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U.S. economy sags in December, S&P says, due to tariffs, inflation and softer sales

The U.S. economy stumbled at the end of the year, new surveys showed, as rising prices tied to tariffs reduced customer demand and spurred businesses to further tighten the reins on hiring.

MarketWatch - Top Stories • Dec 16, 3:20 PM

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Citi's Baldwin Sees Upside for US Equities in 2026

Lucy Baldwin, Global Head of Research at Citi, discusses her outlook for 2026, and why she calls this a "goldilocks type scenario" for the equities market.

Lucy Baldwin, Global Head of Research at Citi, discusses her outlook for 2026, and why she calls this a "goldilocks type scenario" for the equities market. (Source: Bloomberg)

Bloomberg Markets • Dec 16, 3:12 PM

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US Stocks Mixed Following Long-Awaited Jobs, Retail Data

US stocks fluctuated Tuesday after signs of a sluggish job market didn’t change the outlook for interest-rate cuts from the Federal Reserve.

US stocks fluctuated Tuesday after signs of a sluggish job market didn’t change the outlook for interest-rate cuts from the Federal Reserve.

Bloomberg Markets • Dec 16, 3:10 PM

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Broadcom and these chip stocks make J.P. Morgan’s list of top picks

Fears of an AI bubble are likely here to stay.

Fears of an AI bubble are likely here to stay. But a strong spending landscape means many semiconductor stocks can still thrive, according to J.P. Morgan analysts.

MarketWatch - Top Stories • Dec 16, 3:04 PM

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Ford looks to capitalize on AI, taking a page out of Tesla’s book

Ford sees a way to profit from the AI boom by playing more into energy storage.

Ford sees a way to profit from the AI boom by playing more into energy storage. The move has worked well for Tesla.

MarketWatch - Top Stories • Dec 16, 2:59 PM

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JPMorgan's Anu Aiyengar on Global M&A Trends in 2026

JPMorgan Global Head of Advisory and M&A Anu Aiyengar speaks about global M&A trends in 2026 on Bloomberg Surveillance with Bloomberg's Lisa Abramowicz and Damian Sassower.

JPMorgan Global Head of Advisory and M&A Anu Aiyengar speaks about global M&A trends in 2026 on Bloomberg Surveillance with Bloomberg's Lisa Abramowicz and Damian Sassower. (Source: Bloomberg)

Bloomberg Markets • Dec 16, 2:57 PM

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Luckin Coffee Is Said to Consider Bidding for Nestle’s Blue Bottle

China’s Luckin Coffee Inc.

China’s Luckin Coffee Inc. is considering making a bid for Nestle SA’s Blue Bottle Coffee to boost its brand profile and expand in the premium coffee segment, according to people familiar with the situation.

Bloomberg Markets • Dec 16, 2:47 PM

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Here’s why Pfizer is revising its revenue forecasts down

The drugmaker revised its revenue guidance for 2025, saying it now expects $62 billion in revenue for the year.

The drugmaker revised its revenue guidance for 2025, saying it now expects $62 billion in revenue for the year.

MarketWatch - Top Stories • Dec 16, 2:26 PM

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Prosperity Bancshares to Acquire Southwest Bancshares in Strategic Merger Valued at $72.83 per Share

Prosperity Bancshares, Inc. has proposed a merger with Southwest Bancshares, Inc., in a move that will consolidate their market presence in Texas banking. The deal will see SWBI shareholders receive Prosperity shares valued at $72.83 each, pending shareholder approval on January 22, 2026.

In a significant corporate action, Prosperity Bancshares, Inc. (NYSE: PB) has entered into a merger agreement with Southwest Bancshares, Inc. (SWBI), aimed at enhancing their competitive edge in the Texas banking sector. This merger, announced on September 30, 2025, is set to create a larger entity with a more extensive market footprint. The merger will involve the consolidation of SWBI into Prosperity, with Prosperity emerging as the surviving corporation. Following this initial merger, Texas Partners...

USFM • Dec 16, 2:24 PM

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Treasuries Fluctuate After US Jobless Rate Exceeds Estimate

Treasuries edged higher after the US November unemployment rate exceeded estimates, bolstering expectations for further Federal Reserve interest-rate cuts in 2026.

Treasuries edged higher after the US November unemployment rate exceeded estimates, bolstering expectations for further Federal Reserve interest-rate cuts in 2026.

Bloomberg Markets • Dec 16, 1:56 PM

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Treasuries Fluctuate After Weak US Jobs Data Maintains Rate Bets

In volatile trading Treasuries erased gains sparked when the US November unemployment rate exceeded estimates, leaving the door open for further Federal Reserve interest-rate cuts in 2026.

In volatile trading Treasuries erased gains sparked when the US November unemployment rate exceeded estimates, leaving the door open for further Federal Reserve interest-rate cuts in 2026.

Bloomberg Markets • Dec 16, 1:56 PM

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Thames Water Defers Payment of £2.5 Million in Managers’ Bonuses

Thames Water has deferred payment of almost £2.

Thames Water has deferred payment of almost £2.5 million ($3.4 million) in bonuses to its senior managers this month bowing to pressure not to reward staff while the company is ranked among the worst-polluting suppliers in the UK.

Bloomberg Markets • Dec 16, 1:52 PM

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Glencore Bolsters Peru Copper Presence With Project Acquisition

Glencore Plc is strengthening its position in Peru with the purchase of a project near its existing mining operations, part of the company’s global copper expansion strategy.

Glencore Plc is strengthening its position in Peru with the purchase of a project near its existing mining operations, part of the company’s global copper expansion strategy.

Bloomberg Markets • Dec 16, 1:51 PM

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US unemployment rate hits four-year high of 4.6%

Jobless level for November indicates weakening labour market.

Jobless level for November indicates weakening labour market

Financial Times • Dec 16, 1:43 PM

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Tech Promises ‘Multi-Year’ M&A Boom, Says Morgan Stanley’s Cheng

Technology dealmakers are just beginning a supercharged period of mergers and acquisitions activity after racking up a record run this year, according to a senior Morgan Stanley banker.

Technology dealmakers are just beginning a supercharged period of mergers and acquisitions activity after racking up a record run this year, according to a senior Morgan Stanley banker.

Bloomberg Markets • Dec 16, 1:31 PM

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Dow Transports are stock-market leaders now. Here’s what that means for investors.

Dow Transportation index is considered a bellwether for the broad market — but that might be overstating things.

Dow Transportation index is considered a bellwether for the broad market — but that might be overstating things.

MarketWatch - Top Stories • Dec 16, 1:20 PM

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‘It’s heartbreaking’: My cousin died and her estranged husband has taken possession of her home. Can we evict him?

“The house remains in her name.

“The house remains in her name. He has since kicked out each of the boys one by one.”

MarketWatch - Top Stories • Dec 16, 1:18 PM

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Russia’s War Chest Hammered as Oil Flows and Prices Plunge

Crude shipments registered their biggest week-on-week drop since the invasion of Ukraine.

Crude shipments registered their biggest week-on-week drop since the invasion of Ukraine

Bloomberg Markets • Dec 16, 1:10 PM

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There’s one way to hold crypto in your 401(k) right now — but you’ll be on your own

Crypto is on a path to inclusion in retirement plans — if it can get past company plan sponsors.

Crypto is on a path to inclusion in retirement plans — if it can get past company plan sponsors

MarketWatch - Top Stories • Dec 16, 1:10 PM

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BofA Survey Finds Sweeping Investor Optimism Into 2026

A global survey by Bank of America Corp.

A global survey by Bank of America Corp. finds money managers with resounding confidence about everything from economic growth to equities and commodities heading into the new year. Elyas Galou, senior investment strategist at BofA Securities, runs through the findings of the bank’s global fund manager survey for December, which had its most bullish outcome in four-and-a-half years. (Source: Bloomberg)

Bloomberg Markets • Dec 16, 1:06 PM

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