Musk sounds alarm on silver as China restricts exports needed for critical industrial processes
Elon Musk warned that China's new silver export restrictions could hurt industries using the metal as an input with the precious metal's prices hit record highs.
Steve Forbes poses 'real question' about Fed's operation
Forbes Media Chairman and Editor-in-Chief Steve Forbes joins 'Varney & Co.' to weigh in on the Bank of America CEO's remarks regarding the Federal Reserve's independence and President Donald Trump's economic messaging and accomplishments.
These major metro areas are seeing the most moves
New data reveals which U.S. metros have the highest housing turnover rates, with Missouri, Texas, Indiana and Nevada markets leading the pack nationwide.
Housing affordability emerges as key economic test for Trump administration
Circle Squared Alternative Investments’ Jeff Sica joins ‘Varney & Co.’ to warn about a looming trillion-dollar real estate loan crisis, rising housing affordability risks and the growing impact of AI on Hollywood.
We're in the midst of a productivity boom not seen since the 1960s: Peter Morici
Former U.S. International Trade Commission chief Peter Morici discusses the unemployment rate going into the the next year on 'Varney & Co.'
US economy expected to grow faster in 2026 despite stagnant job market: Goldman Sachs
Goldman Sachs economists predict U.S. economic growth will accelerate to 2.6% in 2026, driven by tax cuts, reduced tariff drag and Federal Reserve rate cuts.
Wall Street wraps up banner year with double-digit gains across all major indexes
Former Federal Reserve Board nominee Judy Shelton joins ‘Mornings with Maria’ to discuss the Fed’s rate-cut outlook, the race for the next Fed chair and why strong growth, easing inflation and U.S. gold reserves matter for 2026.
Small business owners remain 'cautiously optimistic' heading into 2026 amid rising costs, labor challenges
Small business owners remain optimistic about 2026 growth despite inflation and labor challenges, with 80% expressing confidence in their outlook.
Housing market expected to offer little relief for buyers in 2026 despite modest improvements ahead
The U.S. housing market is expected to show modest improvement in 2026, with mortgage rates dropping slightly and home sales increasing 2%.
IRS reveals updated retirement contribution limits for 2026
New retirement plan contribution limits announced by the IRS for 2026 include higher 401(k), IRA and catch-up contribution amounts for enhanced retirement planning.
Stock up now on these items before prices jump in early 2026, Wells Fargo says
Retail experts say now is the time to buy goods before prices rise as tariff-related costs could be passed along to consumers in the new year.
Something’s different about the 2026 market outlook
'Barron’s Roundtable' looks at 2026 market calls, the midterms and stocks worth watching this upcoming year.
Steve Hilton praises return to ‘common sense’ under Trump administration
California GOP gubernatorial candidate Steve Hilton says the Trump administration’s tariff policy has been ‘really effective leverage’ on ‘The Evening Edit.'
Economist gives bullish outlook for 2026: 'All the dials are lining up right'
The Heritage Foundation chief economist EJ Antoni discusses his economic outlook for 2026, how Fed policy could be a risk and unaffordable housing on 'Making Money.'
Trump economy compared to 'Reagan on steroids'
'The Big Money Show' breaks down the Trump administration's economic wins in 2025 and outlook for 2026.
Obama, Biden admins' climate rules were 'designed to kill' energy infrastructure,' says former Trump official
Former Energy Secretary Dan Brouillette breaks down the benefits and risks of offshore wind farms as Democratic governors fight Trump administration efforts, emergency orders to keep Indiana coal plants running and more on 'Varney & Co.'
Top 10 desirable metros where homes cost less than $300K
These 10 desirable metro areas offer median home prices under $300,000, providing affordable alternatives to the $425,000 national median for budget-conscious homebuyers.
Small businesses sound the alarm as inflation, high rates crush Main Street
‘The Big Money Show’ panel discusses whether small businesses are being squeezed by inflation, high borrowing costs and corporate dominance as Wall Street profits soar and bankruptcies on Main Street hit record highs.
Starbucks CEO calls AI 'co-pilot,' not replacement for workers amid company turnaround efforts
Starbucks CEO Brian Niccol reveals how the coffee giant uses artificial intelligence as a "co-pilot" for workers and not as a replacement.
Falling gas prices, interest rates fuel GOP optimism about economic turnaround
Rep. Tom Tiffany, R-Wis., joins ‘Mornings with Maria’ to address government shutdown concerns and economic growth.