Consumer confidence increases in January despite worries about inflation and the job market

Ed Yardeni, President of Yardeni Research, recently shared insights on the economic factors shaping 2026 during his appearance on Making Money. Consumer sentiment showed a slight uptick in early January, despite ongoing worries about inflation and a sluggish labor market. New data from the University of Michigan Consumer Survey highlighted this trend. The Michigan Consumer […]
Plans for 16% pay increases for liberal NYC politicians halted, but they remain determined

City Council President Rejects Proposed Pay Increase The new City Council president has firmly rejected a proposal from left-wing councilors for a significant pay hike. However, some members, like Paul, continue to hold onto hopes for a rise in salaries, as reported. Julie Menin, the newly appointed Speaker, stood her ground against a bill aimed […]
Global coverage increases following Maduro’s departure, while protests in Iran rise.

Exclusive: In response to protests in Iran and a significant U.S. operation in Venezuela, the U.S. Agency for Global Media (USAGM) swiftly redirected information into some of the world’s most restricted media environments, according to agency director Kari Lake in a recent interview. Early on January 3, reports started emerging about a military operation aimed […]
Jamie Dimon’s Control Over US Credit Card Market Increases as JPMorgan Secures Apple Card Business from Goldman Sachs

Apple Partners with JPMorgan Chase for Apple Card Apple has chosen JPMorgan Chase as the new issuer for its Apple Card, marking a significant change in its financial operations and ending its collaboration with Goldman Sachs. On Wednesday, JPMorgan Chase announced that it reached an agreement to take over the issuance of the Apple Card, […]
Donald Trump Jr.’s fund increases from $200M to $2B through patriotic investments

Patriotism Rises with Trump’s Second Term There seems to be an uptick in patriotism as President Trump’s second term unfolds. The 1789 Capital Growth Equity Fund, which focuses on U.S. security and capitalist policies, has seen impressive growth. It started the year at $200 million but is projected to hit $2 billion by December 31, […]
S&P 500 increases and aims for weekly growth after steady job statistics: Live updates

Stock Market Update: Employment Data Impacts Market Performance On Friday, stocks experienced an uptick following the release of the latest employment figures, which presented a mixed overview of the labor market. The S&P 500 index saw a rise of 0.5%. Meanwhile, the Nasdaq Composite increased by 0.6%, and the Dow Jones Industrial Average added 158 […]
Tech expert cautions that California’s tax increases will lead to a large departure of billionaires.

High-profile figures like Google co-founder Larry Page and Oracle founder Larry Ellison are leaving California, and officials are concerned this trend will escalate by 2026. Silicon Valley entrepreneur Alison Huynh shared with Fox News Digital that two tax proposals from Democrats might push even more wealthy individuals to exit the state. Huynh, who has a […]
Minneapolis closes public schools as violence increases following deadly ICE shooting

A public school in Minneapolis was closed as a safety precaution following a fatal shooting involving a federal agent. This incident has sparked protests against ICE, with demonstrators condemning the Trump administration. Local Democratic leaders, including governors and mayors, are urging ICE to withdraw from the city entirely. “All MPS-sponsored programs, activities, athletics, and community […]
Tariff income increases significantly under Trump before upcoming Supreme Court decision

The Supreme Court’s Upcoming Ruling on Presidential Tariff Powers The Supreme Court is set to announce its decision on Friday regarding a case that could reshape the presidential powers associated with trade tariffs. Central to this discussion is the extent of the president’s authority under long-standing trade regulations. This case originates from a lawsuit by […]
Trump administration increases number of countries whose citizens must pay up to $15K for visa applications.

The Trump administration has significantly increased the number of countries whose passport holders must post bail, reaching as high as $15,000, in order to seek entry into the United States. Just days after adding seven nations to the existing list, which brought the total to 13, the State Department announced 25 more countries will join […]