Warren Buffett’s exit leaves open question: Who runs Berkshire’s $300 billion equity portfolio?
With no obvious successor possessing a comparable record in public equities, some analysts say Berkshire may ultimately scale back active stock selection.
Rule expands penalty-free early 401(k) withdrawals — but new use ‘might not be practical,’ advisor says
A provision from the 2022 Secure Act 2.0 is now in effect that allows limited penalty-free withdrawals from 401(k)s to pay long-term care insurance premiums.
Stock futures are little changed, as Wall Street readies to close out 2025: Live updates
The stock market has muscled past tariff chaos and fears of an AI bubble to scale to all-time highs in 2025.
China accuses Netherlands of making ‘mistakes’ over chipmaker Nexperia
Beijing and Amsterdam are locked in a war of words over technology transfer.
Europe’s banks have had a stellar year. Now they face one big question in 2026
Investment strategists say European banks continue to be a strong diversification play for 2026.
Global stock markets’ winners and losers of 2025 — and where they’re headed
Global stocks have seen a stellar run this year, even as sharp divergences opened up between the world’s best and worst performing markets.
China to restrict silver exports, echoing rare earths playbook
The U.S. added silver to its nationally designated list of critical minerals in November.
China manufacturing activity expands for the first time since March, beating expectations
China’s economy ended the year on a slightly less gloomy note as manufacturing, services and construction activity all improved in December.
Khanna calls for nationwide fraud investigation after wealth tax proposal caused firestorm
California Rep. Ro Khanna is navigating a difficult environment as one-time supporters turn on him due to his support of a wealth tax.
Asia-Pacific markets set to open flat in year-end trade
Asia-Pacific markets were poised for modest gains on the holiday-shortened and final trading day of the year.