S&P 500 closes near record high on Friday
The S&P 500 closed near its Oct. 28 record, buoyed by optimism that the Federal Reserve could cut interest rates next month.
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Impact of dip in the stock market
The Dow, S&P 500 and Nasdaq all dropped around 1% at Monday's close. It comes as tech giants and retailers are set to release earnings reports. CBS News business analyst Jill Schlesinger explains what it means for your wallet.
Stocks close mixed as investors assess strength of AI rally
Stocks claw back earlier losses, propelled by Nvidia gains. "There's a lot of emotion involved with AI," one analyst said.
Stock futures slide as investors fret over AI and interest rates
Stocks look set to extend their slide Friday amid investor jitters about the tech sector and the path of monetary policy.
Stocks jump as the Senate takes steps to end the government shutdown
Wall Street was buoyed by investor optimism that the longest federal government shutdown in U.S. history could be nearing an end.
Investors shrug off concerns after Trump says he removed Fed official
Investors still expect a September interest-rate cut despite President Trump move to oust Fed official Lisa Cook.
Dow surges more than 800 points after Fed's Powell hints at rate cut
Wall Street rallied on Friday after Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell signaled a rate cut could be on the horizon.
Stocks slump Monday after Trump threatens new tariffs on certain countries
Markets fall on Monday after President Trump threatened 14 U.S. trading partners with steep tariffs starting August 1.
Stock market ends day in green
The S&P 500 and Nasdaq both hit new record highs earlier on Friday, led by news of the trade deal between the U.S. and China. However, the numbers closed mixed after the president pulled the plug on trade talks with Canada. MarketWatch tech and investing reporter Laila Maidan has more.
The stock market is nearing a record high. Here's why.
Wall Street experts break down what's behind the market rebound as S&P 500 and Nasdaq approach record highs.
Stock futures rise as investors bet that Iran-Israel truce will stick
Stock market futures climbed and oil prices fell Tuesday, a sign Wall Street expects geopolitical risks to recede.
Dow sinks over 750 points after Israel's attack on Iran
The Dow dropped more than 750 points Friday as investors fret over the risk of a widening war in the Middle East.
Stock markets slide and oil prices surge after Israel attack on Iran
Stock futures in the U.S. dropped and global oil prices jumped following an Israeli strike targeting Iran's nuclear facilities.
Markets rally after Trump's EU tariff delay
The stock market rallied on Tuesday following President Trump's announcement that he would delay a 50% tariff on goods from the European Union. CBS News MoneyWatch correspondent Kelly O'Grady breaks it down.
Markets slide after Trump lobs tariff threats at Apple and EU
The markets closed lower Friday after President Trump threatened to impose a 25% tariff on Apple and 50% tariff on the European Union.
Stock market falls sharply after Target reports sales drop
Stocks tumbled Wednesday amid signs that tariffs are weighing on consumer spending and investor concerns about the U.S. fiscal outlook.
Stock futures fall after Moody's downgrades U.S. credit rating
Stock futures slide as investors absorb news of Moody's U.S. credit downgrade.
Dow jumps more than 1,000 points after U.S. and China announce tariff truce
Stocks closed higher Monday as the U.S. and China moved to de-escalate their trade war, with investors eager for signs of a lasting agreement.
Stocks tread water as Wall Street awaits key U.S.-China meeting
Trading was mixed Friday as concerns about the U.S. economy offset signs that the Trump administration will de-esclate its trade war.
Stocks close higher after U.S. and U.K. announce trade deal
Investors hope the U.S.-U.K. trade agreement is a preiude to more deals, although Wall Street analysts say to expect more volatility.
Stocks make comeback, close in the green after early losses
After sliding in early trade, stocks rebounded as investors shrug off data pointing to economic slowdown.
Wall Street ends week on muted note amid ongoing trade questions
Financial markets are likely to remain choppy until investors get more clarity on U.S. trade policy, Wall Street analysts say.
Stock futures shed overnight gains, signaling weaker start to trading
Futures were up overnight, but lost steam early Friday as equities came under renewed selling pressure.
Stocks continue relief rally for third day
Stocks soared Thursday morning before leveling out midday, with talks of potential trade deals buoying investor confidence.
Dow soars more than 1,000 points amid relief rally
Stocks made early gains on Wednesday amid news of a possible trade deal with China, later losing steam.
U.S. seizes oil tanker off the coast of Venezuela
President Trump said the U.S. has seized an oil tanker, which Attorney General Pam Pondi said has been "used to transport sanctioned oil from Venezuela and Iran."
U.S. to require foreign tourists to submit 5 years of social media history
The Trump administration is proposing to ask visitors from countries with visa-free travel to the U.S. to submit five years of their social media history before they can enter.
House GOP moderates revolt against Johnson on health care
Republican Rep. Brian Fitzpatrick of Pennsylvania introduced a discharge petition to try to bring a bill to the floor that would extend the Affordable Care Act subsidies by two years.
House passes the NDAA, $900 billion defense policy bill, in 312-112 vote
The legislation sets lawmakers' defense priorities and authorizes spending levels for the Defense Department and national security programs.
Erika Kirk's message to people who celebrated husband's death
Erika Kirk has a message for people who sought to justify the assassination of her late husband, Charlie Kirk.
Miami's mayor-elect believes key to her victory was broad outreach
Miami Mayor-elect Eileen Higgins will be the city's first Democratic mayor in nearly three decades.
Fed lowers interest rates by 0.25 percentage points in third straight cut
The Federal Reserve is grappling with economic issues including higher inflation and a slowing labor market.
Coast Guard video shows shots fired at alleged drug boat in the Pacific
The Coast Guard said it has seized more than 150,000 pounds of cocaine in the Eastern Pacific Ocean, including a record-breaking bust earlier this month.
Tony Dokoupil named anchor of the "CBS Evening News"
Emmy Award-winning journalist Tony Dokoupil will begin as anchor of the "CBS Evening News" on Jan. 5, 2026.
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Miami's mayor-elect believes key to her victory was broad outreach
Miami Mayor-elect Eileen Higgins will be the city's first Democratic mayor in nearly three decades.
Justice Department moves to drop charges in international soccer corruption case
Federal prosecutors in New York moved to drop charges against former Fox employee Hernan Lopez and Full Play Group, an Argentine sports media rights company.
Erika Kirk's message to people who celebrated husband's death
Erika Kirk has a message for people who sought to justify the assassination of her late husband, Charlie Kirk.
Indiana Senate to vote on 9-0 GOP congressional map, but future uncertain
The push to redistrict in Indiana has a crucial vote in the state's Senate on Thursday.
House GOP moderates revolt against Johnson on health care
Republican Rep. Brian Fitzpatrick of Pennsylvania introduced a discharge petition to try to bring a bill to the floor that would extend the Affordable Care Act subsidies by two years.
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Justice Department moves to drop charges in international soccer corruption case
Federal prosecutors in New York moved to drop charges against former Fox employee Hernan Lopez and Full Play Group, an Argentine sports media rights company.
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Fed lowers interest rates by 0.25 percentage points in third straight cut
The Federal Reserve is grappling with economic issues including higher inflation and a slowing labor market.
Canada seeks to draw talent, as U.S. charges $100K for H-1B visas
Canada has launched an initiative aimed at drawing leading researchers to the country.
This word sums up how workers are feeling these days, Glassdoor says
Here's how many employees say they are feeling amid festering concerns about the economy, AI and other issues, according to the job-search firm.
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Miami's mayor-elect believes key to her victory was broad outreach
Miami Mayor-elect Eileen Higgins will be the city's first Democratic mayor in nearly three decades.
What we know about The Skipper, the oil tanker seized by the U.S. near Venezuela
The U.S. seized a 20-year-old oil tanker called The Skipper off the coast of Venezuela on Wednesday, three sources told CBS News. Here's what we know about the boat and the operation.
Erika Kirk's message to people who celebrated husband's death
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Indiana Senate to vote on 9-0 GOP congressional map, but future uncertain
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House GOP moderates revolt against Johnson on health care
Republican Rep. Brian Fitzpatrick of Pennsylvania introduced a discharge petition to try to bring a bill to the floor that would extend the Affordable Care Act subsidies by two years.
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Extended interview: Dr. Rochelle Walensky
CBS News chief medical correspondent Dr. Jon LaPook speaks at length with former CDC director Dr. Rochelle Walensky about the hepatitis B vaccine and last week's vote by the CDC's vaccine advisory panel to change the recommendation for when children should get their first dose of the vaccine.
Nursing home chain avoids settlement payouts after bankruptcy filing
Genesis HealthCare's bankruptcy case in Dallas will allow the nursing home chain to avoid paying millions of dollars it promised for residents who were injured or died while in its care.
Nuts sold at Wegmans stores in 9 states recalled over salmonella risk
Mixed nuts from Ohio-based Mellace Family Brands sold at some Wegmans stores could be tainted with Salmonella, FDA warns.
Details on CDC Hepatitis B vaccine decision
The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention's vaccine advisory panel on Friday voted to not recommend the Hepatitis B vaccine for everyone at birth, alarming many in the medical community. CBS News medical contributor Dr. Celine Gounder explains what to know about the decision and its potential impact.
Controversial appointee rocks FDA like "an atom bomb," scientists there say
The Trump administration's elevation of Dr. Tracy Beth Høeg to lead a high-profile office within the Food and Drug Administration is raising alarm among multiple senior FDA officials.
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What we know about The Skipper, the oil tanker seized by the U.S. near Venezuela
The U.S. seized a 20-year-old oil tanker called The Skipper off the coast of Venezuela on Wednesday, three sources told CBS News. Here's what we know about the boat and the operation.
U.S. seizes oil tanker off the coast of Venezuela
President Trump said the U.S. has seized an oil tanker, which Attorney General Pam Pondi said has been "used to transport sanctioned oil from Venezuela and Iran."
Canada seeks to draw talent, as U.S. charges $100K for H-1B visas
Canada has launched an initiative aimed at drawing leading researchers to the country.
Coast Guard video shows shots fired at alleged drug boat in the Pacific
The Coast Guard said it has seized more than 150,000 pounds of cocaine in the Eastern Pacific Ocean, including a record-breaking bust earlier this month.
Australia's new social media ban started with a mom saying, "Do something!"
With the world's first social media ban for children and teenagers under 16 now in effect in Australia, its initial political architect reveals it was personally inspired by his wife, for their four children.
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Sombr talks about writing breakout hits
Singer-songwriter Sombr is up for Best New Artist of the Year at the Grammy Awards. He was the only writer on his debut album, "I Barely Know Her." He spoke to Anthony Mason about where his journey began and his whirlwind year.
Carly Pearce on new music
Grammy-winning country music superstar Carly Pearce joins "CBS Mornings" to talk about her highly-anticipated fifth studio album, fans relating to the lyrics in her music and being vulnerable.
Joe Bonamassa album pays tribute to B.B. King
Five-time Grammy Award winner Joe Bonamassa may already hold the record for the most No. 1 albums on the Billboard blues albums chart with 29, but he has no plans to stop anytime soon. His upcoming album is a tribute to B.B. King and includes tracks from artists like Aloe Blacc and Eric Clapton. "CBS Mornings" gets a behind-the-scenes look.
Sophie Kinsella, author of bestselling "Shopaholic" novels, dies at 55
Sophie Kinsella, whose real name was Madeleine Wickham, was diagnosed with aggressive brain cancer in 2022.
Lucas Bravo on new "Emily in Paris" season
Lucas Bravo, who stars as Gabriel in "Emily in Paris," talks about the new season of the show, what he loves about his character and working with Lily Collins. Plus, he discusses playing a villain role in the series, "The Seduction."
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Australia's new social media ban started with a mom saying, "Do something!"
With the world's first social media ban for children and teenagers under 16 now in effect in Australia, its initial political architect reveals it was personally inspired by his wife, for their four children.
How one couple sparked a global movement for a smartphone-free childhood
For thousands of parents in 39 countries, including the U.S., the goal is simple: More time outdoors, and a childhood lived offline as much as possible.
How AI powered robots are helping small farms
From labor shortages to environmental impacts, farmers are looking to AI to help revolutionize the agriculture industry. One California startup, Farm-ng, is tapping into the power of AI and robotics to perform a wide range of tasks, including seeding, weeding and harvesting.
Australian teens challenge social media ban
Australia began enforcing a social media ban for kids under the age of 16. CBS News' Ramy Inocencio reports.
A couple's smartphone-free movement for kids
A U.K. couple started with a simple message, asking on Instagram if other parents could ban together to start a smartphone-free childhood. It's now grown to a global movement, with a chapter in 39 countries. Leigh Kiniry reports.
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Fossil footprints in Bolivia reveal dinosaurs' awkward attempts to swim
Paleontologists have discovered and documented 16,600 footprints left by theropods, the dinosaur group that includes the Tyrannosaurus rex.
"Space gum" discovered in asteroid Bennu samples, NASA reveals
Samples collected from the asteroid Bennu are continuing the shed light on the origins of the solar system and how life developed on Earth, scientists say.
CEO of genetics firm says parents have a right to choose unborn child's traits
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Sick ants invite self-sacrifice to save colony: "Come and kill me"
Ant colonies act as one "super-organism" which works to ensure the survival of all, according to a team of scientists.
Mystery owner of ancient foot found in Africa identified, scientists say
The discovery could cast some doubt on the status of Lucy's species as the direct ancestor of Homo sapiens.
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NYPD warns of rise in 3D-printed ghost guns
Officials warn that more unserialized, untraceable ghost guns found on New York City's streets could soon spread to other areas across the U.S. CBS News' Anna Schecter has more.
Online "764" network reportedly targeting kids
On Capitol Hill, a Senate Committee heard from experts who warn that predators are targeting and manipulating young people online. A growing number of reports point to a virtual network of abusers known as "764" who coerce young victims into hurting themselves or others. CBS News' Anna Schecter reports.
Latest on Kentucky State shooting
A suspect is in custody after two students at Kentucky State University were shot and one died on Tuesday, police said. CBS News' Tom Hanson has the latest.
Coast Guard video shows shots fired at alleged drug boat in the Pacific
The Coast Guard said it has seized more than 150,000 pounds of cocaine in the Eastern Pacific Ocean, including a record-breaking bust earlier this month.
5 arrested in crypto heist after man murdered, woman kidnapped
The woman was freed at midnight and reported the abduction. Police later found her partner's body in a wooded area.
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NASA says Maven spacecraft that was orbiting Mars has gone silent
NASA has lost contact with a spacecraft that's been orbiting Mars for more than a decade.
Black hole spotted blasting winds at 130 million miles per hour
The European Space Agency said that the black hole inside the spiral galaxy NGC 3783 has the mass of 30 million suns.
3-man crew undocks from space station, wrapping up 8-month stay
Russian Soyuz crews are now spending eight months aboard the space station instead of six to stretch supplies and lower costs.
"Space gum" discovered in asteroid Bennu samples, NASA reveals
Samples collected from the asteroid Bennu are continuing the shed light on the origins of the solar system and how life developed on Earth, scientists say.
Air Force approves SpaceX launch pad expansion
The U.S. Air Force has approved SpaceX's plan to redevelop a historic launch pad at Cape Canaveral. CBS News correspondent Mark Strassmann reports.
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NYPD warns of rise in 3D-printed ghost guns
Officials warn that more unserialized, untraceable ghost guns found on New York City's streets could soon spread to other areas across the U.S. CBS News' Anna Schecter has more.
What does Fed rate cut mean for consumers?
The Federal Reserve on Wednesday cut interest rates by a quarter of a percentage point, the third rate cut this year. CBS News business analyst Jill Schlesinger has more.
Video: U.S. seizes oil tanker near Venezuela
President Trump announced Wednesday that the U.S. has seized an oil tanker off the coast of Venezuela. Attorney General Pam Bondi released video, which shows U.S. law enforcement and military executing a seizure warrant. CBS News White House reporter Olivia Rinaldi has more.
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New Hampshire and Iowa have famously started the presidential primaries in years past, but a new bipartisan op-ed calls for North Carolina to kick off voting in the 2028 election. The authors, former Biden senior deputy press secretary Andrew Bates and former RNC communications director Douglas Heye, join to make the case for the Tar Heel State.