- S&P 5002,616.10+0.22%
- Dow 3024,207.16+0.59%
- Nasdaq7,034.69+0.15%
- Russell 20001,454.70+0.66%
- Crude Oil52.32+0.40%
- Gold1,293.50+0.40%
- Silver15.620.00%
- EUR/USD1.1401+0.0114%
- 10-Yr Bond2.7310+0.74%
- Vix19.04+2.37%
- GBP/USD1.2883+0.0206%
- USD/JPY109.1020-0.0028%
- BTC-USD3,618.63-0.06%
- FTSE 1006,862.68-0.47%
- Nikkei 22520,442.75-0.55%
- TheStreet.com•4 hours ago
Income Tax: Definition, Brackets and State-By-State Differences
How much you will owe in income taxes depends on how much taxable income you made over that year. Income is placed into tax brackets to determine how much it is taxed. In a bracketed system, those who make more money get taxed a higher percentage for that additional money they make.
- TheStreet.com•15 minutes ago
CSX Tops Estimates, Sets New $5 Billion Buyback
The company had been expected to report earnings of 99 cents a share on sales of $3.1 billion, based on a FactSet survey of 25 analysts. The company said its board had authorized a new $5 billion share buyback program following early completion of a previous $5 billion buyback program. Real Money Pro's Bruce Kamich examined CSX shares from a technical perspective.
- CNBC•yesterday
If you invested $1,000 in Netflix in 2007, here's how much you'd have now
Video-streaming giant Netflix announced Tuesday that it is raising prices between 13 and 18 percent for new and existing customers. If you had invested in Netflix in 2007, when it first began its streaming service , that investment could have paid off big time: A $1,000 investment would be worth more than $90,000 as of Jan. 15, according to CNBC calculations. The platform faces competition from Amazon, Apple, Disney and, most recently, NBCUniversal , which either offer similar services or plan to launch streaming platforms and which could pull content, and potentially viewers, from Netflix.
- CNBC Videos•yesterday
Cramer: No recession is coming but many stocks are tradin...
CNBC's Jim Cramer discusses his take on Tuesday's market action.
- ETF Trends•2 hours ago
Junk Bond ETFs: Investors Growing Bullish
Junk bonds and speculative-grade debt-related ETFs started off on a solid footing in the new year as fixed-income traders grow more bullish on this riskier segment of the bond market. So far in 2019, the iShares iBoxx $ High Yield Corp Bond ETF (HYG) gained 3.5% and the SPDR Bloomberg Barclays High Yield Bond ETF (JNK) rose 3.7%. Furthermore, investors have been piling into the junk bond segment, with HYG attracting $1.8 billion in net inflows and JNK bringing in $764 million in inflows over the past week, according to XTF data.
- CNBC•7 hours ago
These stocks could surge the most if and when US and China reach a trade deal
A resolution on trade between the U.S. and China could be a big catalyst for a relief rally in the stock market. Tariff-sensitive stocks have underperformed significantly and their valuations are getting cheap, according to HSBC. U.S. stocks with revenue exposure to China of more than 20 percent, including Skyworks Solutions, Broadcom, Micron Technology and Marvell Technology Group can be big winners if a trade deal comes through, says HSBC's Ben Laidler.
- ETF Trends•yesterday
ETF Investors Should Not Let Their Emotions Run Investment Decisions
As markets swing on heightened volatility, investors and financial advisors should remain calm and follow steady steps instead of devolving into emotionally charged actions. "What we need to do is we need to do proactive messaging now before the volatility starts because if we wait until they react, it's too late," said Jay Mooreland, Founder, Behavioral Finance Network, The Emotional Investor, at the Charles Schwab IMPACT 2018 conference. Mooreland explained how financial advisors should be constantly engaging their clients to remind them that an investment plan is in place and to help filter the noise from sources like the media that may cause doubts on the well being of the overall financial markets.
- FX Empire•6 hours ago
EUR/USD Price Forecast – Euro continues to drift
The Euro fell a bit during the trading session on Wednesday, breaking below the 1.14 level early in trading. Beyond that, we are forming a bit of a “rounded bottom”, and although the 200 day EMA push the market back down, the reality is that it was only the first attempt. Once we get above the 200 day EMA, it's more likely that we will see a jump into this pair by larger money, as it is a longer-term trade signal.
- U.S.News & World Report•7 hours ago
10 Retirees Share Their Biggest Regrets
Failing to make a detailed financial plan Drew Parker, a retired financial manager for a Fortune 500 company in Mercer Island, Washington, wishes he had made a more detailed financial plan before retirement. "Knowing what I know now, that I didn't know before, has afforded me the opportunity to make adjustments to improve my margin of error and to make more informed decisions," says Parker, who created CompleteRetirementPlanner.com. "This knowledge would have been exponentially more valuable at a much younger age, so I encourage others to take the time to do their own due diligence and to create a comprehensive financial plan based only on their own unique circumstances and needs."
Reuters•9 hours agoSears chairman prevails in bankruptcy auction for retailer with $5.2 billion bid: sources
Sears Holdings Corp Chairman Eddie Lampert prevailed in a bankruptcy auction for the U.S. department store chain with an improved takeover bid of roughly $5.2 billion, allowing the 126-year-old retailer to keep its doors open, people familiar with the matter said Wednesday. Lampert's bid, boosted from an earlier $5 billion offer, prevailed after weeks of back-and-forth deliberations that culminated in a days-long bankruptcy auction held behind closed doors. The billionaire's proposal, made through his hedge fund ESL Investments Inc, will save up to 45,000 jobs and keep 425 stores open across the United States.
Bloomberg•5 hours agoLone PG&E Bull Refuses to Ditch 'Buy' Rating Even After 80% Wipeout
On Tuesday, Morningstar's Travis Miller said in a note that PG&E, which is on the brink of bankruptcy after losing over 80 percent of its market value since early November, offers a substantial return for those who are “willing to hold through several years of uncertainty.” His new price target for PG&E is $11 a share, which implies a 59 percent gain from Tuesday's price of $6.91. PG&E shareholders will likely “retain post-bankruptcy equity value” that's greater than the market is pricing in, he said in the note.
- CNBC•7 hours ago
Here are top analysts' 5 favorite growth stocks for 2019
Here we turned to TipRanks' Stock Screener to pinpoint the best growth stocks out there right now. TipRanks uses a natural language processing algorithm to rank analysts based on their success rate and average return.
Reuters•yesterdayMcDonald's loses 'Big Mac' trademark case to Irish chain Supermac's
McDonald's Corp (MCD.N) has lost its rights to the trademark "Big Mac" in a European Union case ruling in favor of Ireland-based fast-food chain Supermac's, a decision from the EU's Spain-based Intellectual Property Office (EUIPO) showed. The judgment, provided to Reuters by Supermac's, revoked McDonald's registration of the trademark, saying that the world's largest fast-food chain had not proven genuine use of it over the five years prior to the case being lodged in 2017. The EUIPO did not respond to phone calls and emails requesting comment.
- CNBC Videos•8 hours ago
Cramer: Bank of America is the Amazon of bank stocks
CNBC's Jim Cramer breaks down his take on Bank of America's latest earnings report.
- Fox Business•yesterday
Jamie Dimon: Next US recession won't look like '07
While JPMorgan said it is optimistic at the outset of the first quarter – despite reported weakness across many of its businesses triggered by market volatility and political uncertainty in the fourth-quarter – CEO Jamie Dimon says a possible near-term recession wouldn't look anything like the financial crisis. Whereas loose underwriting standards among some banks helped precipitate the last crisis, Dimon noted the U.S. credit profile this time around is “much stronger than last time.” The CEO noted that more credit card loans are considered prime, while auto loans are about the same. Outstanding student loan debt surpassed $1.5 trillion in 2018, second only to mortgage debt.
- U.S.News & World Report•9 hours ago
6 Tax Breaks for Homeowners
Under the Tax Cuts and Jobs Act, which takes effect for tax filings for the 2018 calendar year, standard deduction increases will likely mean far fewer Americans will need to itemize their returns to receive the maximum amount of money back. As many as 27 million fewer taxpayers may need to itemize their taxes, according to an estimate from the Tax Policy Center. If you currently own a home, are considering purchasing one or have made changes to your mortgage, it's important to know how your tax return may be affected.
Associated Press•36 minutes agoHyundai, Kia recall vehicles due to increased fire risk
Despite a government shutdown, Hyundai and Kia are moving ahead with a recall of about 168,000 vehicles to fix a fuel pipe problem that can cause engine fires. The affiliated Korean automakers have been dogged by fire and engine failure complaints from across the nation. In addition to the recall, each automaker says it will do a "product improvement campaign" covering a total of 3.7 million vehicles to install software that will alert drivers of possible engine failures and send the cars into a reduced-speed "limp" mode if problems are detected.
Bloomberg•yesterdayThere's Not Enough Debt in the World
In its quarterly update, the Institute of International Finance said on Tuesday that the world's debt pile is hovering near a record at $244 trillion, which is more than three times the size of the global economy. As proof, Italy was set to price 10 billion euros of notes to yield 18 basis points above benchmark rates, less than the 22 basis-point spread they were initially marketed, according to Bloomberg News. A spokesman for Italy's debt agency confirmed that investors placed orders for 35.5 billion euros of the debt, and while such numbers should be viewed skeptically, the shrinking spread confirms there was high demand despite Italy wrestling with a debt-to-GDP ratio of more than 130 percent — the highest in the euro area after Greece, according to Bloomberg News.
- Bloomberg•1 hour ago
Ford CEO's Call for Patience Spurned as Shares Fall Most in Year
Ford's shares fell steadily all day, ending down 6.2 percent, the biggest drop since a year ago, when the automaker delivered disappointing results. “I don't believe CEO longevity is something that's attained when companies are left in tatters,” Hackett said Wednesday at a Deutsche Bank auto conference in Detroit. Hackett made the appeal after Ford reported preliminary profit for 2018 of $1.30 a share, below analysts' average projection for $1.32.
- Fox Business•yesterday
Personal finance: The truth about becoming an American millionaire
The American dream is alive and well, and Americans who aspire to build wealth and become rich may be surprised to know they don't need a flashy job or come from an affluent family to build a fortune. The truth is, eight out of 10 millionaires reach that milestone through their company's 401(k) plan, according to the National Study of Millionaires by Ramsey Solutions. “Typically they are hitting it around 25 to 28 years, so right before age 50,” said Chris Hogan of Ramsay Solutions to FOX Business' Maria Bartiromo on Tuesday.
- CNBC•9 hours ago
Netflix is raising prices—here's how it now compares to other streaming services
Streaming service Netflix announced Tuesday that it would be raising prices across all of its plans by 13 to 18 percent. Netflix's most basic plan will now be $8.99 per month, up from $7.99, while its Standard plan with HD quality, the company's most popular offering, will increase from $10.99 to $12.99, the company says. The new pricing structure will immediately roll out to new customers, while existing subscribers will see the changes implemented over the next three months, Netflix says.
- U.S.News & World Report•8 hours ago
How Investing Can Make Early Retirement Possible for Middle-Class Earners
If you're middle class, retiring early may seem like a dream. To begin the process, it's important to understand the definition of being a middle-class earner and what early retirement means. The cohort for the middle class varies depending upon geographic location and household size.
- CNBC•yesterday
Ready, set, file: Everything you need to know about completing your 2018 return
It's the first time you'll be filing under the Tax Cuts and Jobs Act, the massive overhaul of the tax code that went into effect in 2018. It seems that nothing — not even a federal shutdown — will stop the IRS from kicking off tax season. "It's going to be a mess," said Debbie J. Freeman, CPA and director of financial planning at Peak Financial Advisors in Denver.
- USA TODAY•8 hours ago
Shopko files for Chapter 11 bankruptcy protection, will close 38 more stores across country
Shopko Stores Operating Co. LLC filed for Chapter 11 bankruptcy protection from creditors in Nebraska on Wednesday. The company reported assets of less than $1 billion and liabilities between $1 billion and $10 billion. The company said it will close another 38 stores as part of the reorganization and has secured up to $480 million in financing from a group of lenders led by Wells Fargo Bank.
- Fox Business•yesterday
The financial struggles of unplanned retirement
So has Monica. years ago, not only was Monica forced to retire unexpectedly, she was not financially prepared for retirement at all. A survey by Transamerica Center for Retirement Studies found on average Americans are retiring at age 63, with more than half indicating they retired sooner than they had planned.
