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US stocks opened lower Wednesday as investors weighed President Trump's latest 25% tariff salvo and awaited Federal Reserve minutes for insight into future policy. The benchmark S&P 500 (^GSPC) and tech-heavy Nasdaq Composite (^IXIC) each slipped roughly 2% while the Dow Jones Industrial Average (^DJI) fell 0.3%.

Published on: February 19, 2025, 05:03 PM UTC

Gasoline prices in the US are expected to rise by $0.25-$0.60 in the coming weeks due to refinery maintenance and outages, particularly on the West Coast, as well as the annual switch to more expensive summer blends.

Published on: February 19, 2025, 05:00 PM UTC

US stock futures drift higher as S&P 500 hits fresh record high, boosted by AI-driven after-hours trade. Earnings season continues with ETSY and CVNA reports expected Wednesday.

Published on: February 19, 2025, 08:01 AM UTC

The author learned the principles of building wealth from her mother and teaches her children about financial freedom through investing, budgeting, and planning for the future.

Published on: February 19, 2025, 06:01 AM UTC

Norinchukin Bank CEO to Resign Following Loss on Foreign Bonds

Published on: February 19, 2025, 03:01 AM UTC

Elon Musk's involvement in the Trump administration has damaged his image and the Tesla brand. Protesters have demonstrated at Tesla dealerships, and surveys show that many voters disapprove of Musk's actions. This has led to a decline in Tesla's brand image and sales, especially in Europe. Oppenheimer analyst Colin Rusch said Musk's foray into politics couldn't come at a worse time and sees the biggest risk in California and the broader EU, where Tesla has seen ongoing declines since the start of 2023.

Published on: February 18, 2025, 11:02 PM UTC

Elon Musk may explore the issues affecting Social Security, but fraud is minimal and not the key problem. The challenge lies in the imbalance between younger workers and retirees. Musk could leverage his influence to facilitate Congressional action, but his commission's focus on cost-cutting may be driven by Trump's proposed tax cuts rather than a genuine desire to improve the program. The consequences of disrupting Social Security payments could be dire for Trump's popularity, emphasizing the delicate nature of addressing the program's challenges.

Published on: February 18, 2025, 10:02 PM UTC

Tesla's brand image is taking a hit due to Elon Musk's controversial role in the Trump administration. Recent protests and polls indicate that Musk's actions are damaging Tesla's reputation, potentially impacting sales and the company's overall position in the EV industry.

Published on: February 18, 2025, 09:01 PM UTC

Homebuilders' optimism drops to five-month low amid concerns over tariffs, high mortgage rates, and elevated housing costs, according to the NAHB/ Wells Fargo Housing Market Index.

Published on: February 18, 2025, 06:03 PM UTC

US stock futures rise on Tuesday, tracking gains in tech-heavy Nasdaq 100. Investors eye Fed minutes, earnings reports, and US-Russia talks on Ukraine amid concerns over interest rates and inflation.

Published on: February 18, 2025, 02:02 PM UTC