Americans may feel worse about the economy, but they are still wielding their credit cards with confidence. An escalating trade war, a prolonged government shutdown and a stagnant job market have ...

Wall Street’s broader market averages closed higher last week as market participants digested the U.S. government shutdown. On a sector-by-sector stance, seven of the 11 S&P segments concluded higher, ...

As 2025 heads toward a close, one sector is starting to attract defensive-minded investors: consumer staples. Known for its mature, dividend-paying companies, the group could become even more ...