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MarketWatch Top Stories • May 16, 2025

Tariffs are giving used-car dealers the upper hand. Buyers are being charged an average $640 in unex...

Increased trade restrictions have led to higher costs in the used-car market, allowing dealers to impose additional fees averaging $640, thereby impacting overall vehicle prices fo...

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MarketWatch Top Stories • May 16, 2025

What to make of the stock market’s recovery

The recent rebound in equity prices has important implications for investors and retirees, potentially affecting portfolio balances, borrowing costs, and the relative attractivenes...

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MarketWatch Top Stories • May 16, 2025

Trump’s big tax bill is in jeopardy. Here’s why some in GOP are getting cold feet.

Concerns about increasing the national deficit have caused hesitation among some Republican members, leading to the House Budget Committee's decision not to move forward with the p...

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MarketWatch Top Stories • May 16, 2025

‘Shark Tank’ Star Barbara Corcoran lists her New York penthouse for $12 million — after waiting 23 y...

Barbara Corcoran has put her New York penthouse on the market for $12 million, highlighting a long-term investment that reflects significant value growth over more than two decades...

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MarketWatch Top Stories • May 16, 2025

Fintech stocks are hot again, as Coinbase and eToro whet investor appetite

The renewed interest in financial technology companies is reflected in Coinbase’s upcoming inclusion in the S&P 500, eToro’s successful initial offering, and Chime’s plans for a pu...

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MarketWatch Top Stories • May 16, 2025

Will a Charter-Cox merger prove that bigger is better in a fast-declining cable marketplace?

The merger aims to combine resources and expand market reach, potentially strengthening the companies' positions amid industry challenges and shifting consumer preferences in telec...

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MarketWatch Top Stories • May 16, 2025

Virgin Galactic’s stock is skyrocketing. This is why.

Virgin Galactic’s announcement of ticket prices exceeding $600,000 for upcoming Delta-class spacecraft has attracted investor attention, significantly influencing the company’s sto...

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MarketWatch Top Stories • May 16, 2025

Consumer sentiment falls for 5th straight month in May as inflation worries grow

The continued decline in consumer confidence over several months reflects growing concerns about rising prices, which may impact spending behavior and overall economic activity in...

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MarketWatch Top Stories • May 16, 2025

Ozempic maker Novo Nordisk boots CEO over stock-price fall

The departure of Novo Nordisk's CEO follows a decline in the company's market value, highlighting investor concerns about future financial performance in the competitive pharmaceut...

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MarketWatch Top Stories • May 16, 2025

How Europe’s best investor picks stocks including GE Aerospace and Microsoft

Chris Hohn’s investment strategy, which includes holdings in major companies like GE Aerospace and Microsoft, has attracted significant attention for its strong financial performan...

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MarketWatch Top Stories • May 16, 2025

Why is the Fed quietly buying billions in bonds — and hoping nobody notices?

The Federal Reserve's discreet purchase of large bond quantities could increase liquidity in financial markets, potentially driving up the value of assets like bitcoin, gold, and v...

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MarketWatch Top Stories • May 16, 2025

My wife and I paid off my stepdaughter’s $415K mortgage in exchange for her house, but it’s now wort...

Paying off the mortgage transferred significant financial responsibility to the couple, resulting in a substantial asset devaluation that could impact their retirement security and...

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MarketWatch Top Stories • May 16, 2025

I have $50,000 in credit-card debt after my divorce, but received $30,000 after a car wreck. Do I bu...

Balancing $50,000 in credit-card debt with a recent $30,000 insurance payout, the decision to purchase a used Lexus involves careful consideration of financial priorities and lifes...

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MarketWatch Top Stories • May 16, 2025

The stock market could stop short of new highs — but that seems unlikely now

Recent trends and positive indicators suggest that the stock market is positioned for continued growth, making it financially significant for investors considering potential gains...

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MarketWatch Top Stories • May 15, 2025

This ‘Trump trade’ could wreck U.S. housing finance, warns Pimco

Pimco cautions that altering the current system involving Freddie Mac and Fannie Mae may destabilize the housing finance market and potentially lead to significant financial disrup...

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MarketWatch Top Stories • May 15, 2025

Soros’s fund places new bets on Nvidia and a SpaceX rival, sells off Super Micro stake

Soros’s investment fund shifted its portfolio by reducing holdings in a leading AI server company while increasing positions in Nvidia and a competitor to SpaceX, reflecting changi...

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MarketWatch Top Stories • May 15, 2025

Michael Burry’s Scion bets against Nvidia, turns bearish on Chinese stocks

Scion Asset Management, led by Michael Burry, adjusted its holdings in the first quarter by reducing exposure to Nvidia and Chinese equities, signaling a cautious outlook on these...

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MarketWatch Top Stories • May 15, 2025

Warren Buffett’s Berkshire Hathaway dumps Citigroup stake, trims Bank of America, Capital One

Berkshire Hathaway significantly reduced its holdings in major financial institutions during the first quarter, reflecting a strategic shift that could impact its investment portfo...

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MarketWatch Top Stories • May 15, 2025

Why Friday’s options expiration could send this historic stock-market rally skidding to a halt

The upcoming expiration of numerous bullish call options on Friday may impact market momentum, potentially leading to increased volatility and affecting the continuation of the rec...

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MarketWatch Top Stories • May 15, 2025

Powell signals return toward inflation-first strategy

The Federal Reserve may need to prioritize managing inflation risks due to potential disruptions in supply chains affecting the availability and cost of goods and raw materials in...

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MarketWatch Top Stories • May 15, 2025

Trump isn’t happy with how Apple plans to escape China tariffs

Apple’s strategy to shift manufacturing to India aims to reduce costs linked to tariffs, but the U.S. administration prefers onshore production to support domestic economic growth...

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MarketWatch Top Stories • May 15, 2025

Alphabet’s stock is now almost as cheap as eBay’s by this metric — but should you buy it?

Despite Alphabet’s dominant position and growth potential in technology, its current valuation closely matches that of eBay, a slower-growing company, raising questions about marke...

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MarketWatch Top Stories • May 15, 2025

Walmart’s CEO says Americans should brace for higher prices

Walmart plans to increase costs on various products this quarter due to sustained import tariffs, which are anticipated to affect consumer spending and overall retail market dynami...

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MarketWatch Top Stories • May 15, 2025

America just imported a mountain of gold. Here’s why that should scare you.

The recent surge in gold imports to the United States may indicate increased concerns among policymakers about economic instability, affecting global markets and potentially signal...

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MarketWatch Top Stories • May 15, 2025

European defense stocks are flying again as Germany backs 5% NATO spending target

European defense companies experienced a notable increase in share value following Germany's announcement to commit to allocating 5% of its GDP towards NATO-related military expend...

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MarketWatch Top Stories • May 15, 2025

The retail buy-the-dip move paid off. What that crowd of investors is doing now, according to JPMorg...

Retail investors experienced notable gains by purchasing during market dips recently, though JPMorgan notes that their enthusiasm appears to be diminishing as overall market condit...

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MarketWatch Top Stories • May 15, 2025

Why the stock market’s meteoric rise should crush any FOMO you might have

Rapid increases in stock prices may suggest caution, as sudden shifts can lead to significant losses, highlighting the importance of careful investment decisions rather than impuls...

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MarketWatch Top Stories • May 15, 2025

‘Be vigilant with your finances’: My IRA had an unknown beneficiary designation. How could this happ...

Discovering an unexpected beneficiary on an IRA highlights the importance of regularly reviewing account details to prevent unintended financial consequences and ensure assets are...

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MarketWatch Top Stories • May 15, 2025

Gold has a shot at more record highs, thanks to Trump’s preference for a weaker dollar

The potential weakening of the U.S. dollar under President Trump’s policies may increase gold’s value, highlighting the metal’s sensitivity to currency fluctuations and its role as...

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MarketWatch Top Stories • May 15, 2025

Alibaba reports slower-than-forecast sales, and its stock slides

Alibaba's latest earnings showed an increase in profits, but revenue growth fell short of market expectations, leading to a decline in the company's stock value.

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