Consumer Sentiment Rises to 54 in January But Remains Mired Near Historic Lows
The University of Michigan's preliminary consumer sentiment index rose to 54.0 in January, topping expectations but still 25% below year-ago levels.
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Small Caps Are Having Their Moment: Russell 2000 Hits Record High as 'Great Rotation' Takes Hold
The Russell 2000 surged to a record high as investors rotate out of mega-cap tech into smaller stocks. Here's why strategists say 2026 is the year for small caps.
The Premium Travel Boom: Why Delta and United Are Wall Street's Favorite 2026 Bets
As airlines prepare for Q4 earnings, Wall Street is bullish on Delta and United. Premium cabin demand, disciplined capacity, and record travel levels position the carriers for a strong 2026.
Cruise Lines Sail Into 2026 With Record Demand: Why Royal Caribbean and Carnival Are Defying Travel Skeptics
As airlines warn about softening demand, cruise operators are posting record bookings and raising guidance. Here's what's driving the divergence.
Private Credit Enters 2026 Facing Its First Real Test: What Investors Need to Know
After years of explosive growth, the $1.7 trillion private credit market faces rising defaults, rate pressures, and increased scrutiny. Here's what investors should watch.
America's Pharmacy Desert Crisis: Why 1,200 Walgreens Closures Are Just the Beginning
As Walgreens closes 1,200 stores and Rite Aid winds down entirely, millions of Americans face growing 'pharmacy deserts' with diminishing access to essential medications.
Dollar Rebounds From 8-Year Low: Why the Greenback Is Staging a 2026 Comeback
The US Dollar Index has climbed toward 99 after its biggest annual decline since 2017. Here's what's driving the greenback's early 2026 rebound and what it means for investors.
Saks Fifth Avenue Teeters on the Brink: Luxury Retail Giant Eyes Sunday Bankruptcy Filing
Saks Global is preparing to file for Chapter 11 bankruptcy as soon as Sunday after failing to secure $1 billion in financing. The 158-year-old luxury retailer faces liquidation risk.
Trump Tax Cuts to Deliver Bigger Refunds: Americans Could See $1,000 or More This Filing Season
The One Big Beautiful Bill Act's retroactive tax provisions mean Americans filing 2025 returns could receive refunds averaging $300 to $1,000 more than typical years, with total stimulus estimated at $30-100 billion.
NY Fed Survey: Job-Finding Expectations Hit Record Low as Consumer Anxiety Rises
The Federal Reserve Bank of New York's December Survey of Consumer Expectations shows job-finding expectations fell to a record low of 43.1%, while delinquency concerns hit pandemic-era highs.
Small-Cap Renaissance: Russell 2000 Surges to Record Highs as 'Great Rotation' Gains Momentum
The Russell 2000 hit new all-time highs as investors rotate out of big tech and into small-cap stocks. The 'January Effect' is in full swing with the index up over 6% in the first week of 2026.
Trump Calls for $1.5 Trillion Defense Budget in 2027: Defense Stocks Surge on 'Dream Military' Vision
President Trump called for a $1.5 trillion defense budget for 2027, a 66% increase from current levels. Defense stocks including Northrop Grumman and Lockheed Martin jumped 7% on the news.