It’s a challenging time for small businesses. A majority of small businesses – 59% — cited financial uncertainty as the biggest challenge they’re facing. Business owners were surveyed as part of the May 2025 Small Business Economic Report from the National Small Business Association. It’s difficult for businesses to plan around changing tariffs, tax policies […]

Key Takeaways Tesla shares jumped nearly 7% on Tuesday, hitting their highest level since early February, after CEO Elon Musk said he is focusing more of his attention on running the EV maker. The stock staged a breakout above a pennant in Tuesday’s trading session, setting the stage for a new move higher.  Investors should

Key Takeaways The S&P 500 rose 2.1% on Tuesday, May 27, 2025, after President Trump postponed new tariffs on imports from Europe. Tesla shares gained after CEO Elon Musk vowed to dedicate more of his attention to the electrical vehicle maker. Hologic shares took off following reports that the medical device maker rejected a buyout

The Centurion Lounge at Dallas-Fort Worth International Airport (DFW) might sound like a quiet, exclusive club for a lucky few — but it’s one of the most crowded lounges I’ve ever visited. I’ve been several times, and finding a seat is a real challenge; I often end up snagging the last one available. I even

Key Takeaways President Donald Trump has called on Walmart to “eat” the cost of tariffs instead of passing them on to customers. Analysts said retailers like Walmart run on small profit margins, so it’s unlikely that they will be able to avoid raising prices for long. One economist said companies that “eat” tariff costs would

Shares of major semiconductor stocks Broadcom (AVGO 2.95%), Advanced Micro Devices (AMD 3.87%), and Arm Holdings (ARM 5.32%) rallied on Tuesday, rising 3%, 3.9%, and 5.3%, respectively. Chip stocks generally had a good day, as President Trump announced a delay to his threat of 50% tariffs on European Union goods to July 9, seemingly paving

Key Takeaways After three weeks of gradually climbing, 30-year mortgage rates jumped this past week in response to congressional debate of President Donald Trump’s proposed tax bill. Rates on new 30-year fixed-rate loans are now 20 points higher than four weeks ago, sitting at a 7.12% average. 15-year rates are up a milder 10 basis

Striking the right balance between everyday spending and long-term financial planning is key to building a stable and successful future. It’s easy to get caught up in immediate expenses, but without a plan, long-term goals—like buying a home, retiring comfortably, or paying for education—can fall by the wayside. The good news is that with a

Key Takeaways The S&P 500 moved higher Tuesday morning, putting the benchmark index on track to snap a four-day losing streak.  The index recently reclaimed the closely watched 200-day moving average, but retraced toward the indicator last week. Investors should monitor crucial support levels on the S&P 500’s chart around 5,700 and 5,400, while also

Pfizer (PFE 0.64%) made a fortune thanks to its work in the COVID-19 market. In 2022, it became the first company in the biopharmaceutical industry to generate $100 billion in annual sales. However, the pandemic receded, and revenue in this area dropped off a cliff. The drugmaker has been looking for a way back ever