This is CNBC’s Morning Squawk newsletter. Register here to receive future publications in your inbox. Happy Thursday. It is the anniversary of the first year of President Donald Trump’s tariff unveiling, which the president called “freedom day.” Stock futures are down this morning. The three major indexes will come up on another competitive day. Here … Read more
Investors endured the worst month for the S&P 500 since March 2025 as the war in Iran, rising oil prices, fears of artificial intelligence and high inflation, all weighed on market sentiment. For many high-net-worth and high-quality investors, volatility has been an opportunity to buy dips, balance investments and look for beneficiaries amid political tensions, … Read more
High oil prices due to the US-Iran war are straining already strapped low-income consumers. But as rates fall, there is a sign that high earners are also starting to feel the heat. Internal data from Bank of America on credit and debit card usage revealed that from the start of the war through March 21, … Read more
My top 10 things to watch for Tuesday, March 31 1. Iran war ends, what happens? Property collapses? According to The Wall Street Journal, President Donald Trump is considering ending US military operations even if the Strait of Hormuz remains closed. International Brent crude oil prices rose 4% this morning, above $117 a barrel. US … Read more
My top 10 things to watch on Monday, March 30 1. The S & P 500 is headed for a higher open as President Donald Trump signals progress in the US-Iran war talks. Rarely since the conflict began. Stocks are high, and oil is high. Usually, high oil prices drive stocks lower. The problem, as … Read more
(This is the Warren Buffett Watch newsletter, news and analysis of all things Warren Buffett and Berkshire Hathaway. You can subscribe Here to get it every Friday evening in your inbox.) Berkshire shares have their longest losing streak in more than 7 years Shares of Berkshire Hathaway have lost ground for eight consecutive days. It’s … Read more
Traders work on the floor of the New York Stock Exchange on March 27, 2026. Spencer Platt | Getty Images The Dow Jones industrial average it fell on Friday and fell into the correction zone, while Brent exceeded $ 110 after events in the Strait of Hormuz exacerbated investor concerns about energy supply and the … Read more
Stocks got off to a strong start to the week after President Donald Trump revealed that the two countries are having “productive” talks about ending hostilities. Although there is a strong performance confirmed, few think that the bottom is “stocks” – as the sale started again later in the week – with another warning of … Read more
The S&P 500 may soon join other US benchmarks in a correction as the Iran war continues into its fifth week. Stocks are falling fast, and each of the major averages is on pace to post a monthly loss as hopes for a quick resolution to the Middle East conflict give way to fear. This … Read more