Markets are nervous, but Main Street isn’t: Wells Fargo’s CEO is flagging the economy

Charlie Scharf and Wells Fargo bank

Wells Fargo Chairman and CEO Charlie Scharf discusses the resilient US economy amid geopolitical risks and market uncertainty on ‘Mornings with Maria.’ Despite a 50% increase in oil prices and the growing conflict involving Iran, Wells Fargo CEO Charlie Scharf reports a disconnect between market volatility and the health of the global economy. “So, separate … Read more

Markets cheer as Trump threatens to abandon Strait of Hormuz, leaving oil market in turmoil | Good luck

Markets cheer as Trump threatens to abandon Strait of Hormuz, leaving oil market in turmoil | Good luck

The stock market plunged on Monday morning after the White House announced that it might not be America’s job to reopen the Strait of Hormuz. The S&P 500 rose more than 1.5%, while the Nasdaq rose nearly 2%. In one night, a Wall Street Journal the report indicated that President Trump would be ready to … Read more

While low-income consumers struggle with rising gas prices, high-income earners panic when markets drop

While low-income consumers struggle with rising gas prices, high-income earners panic when markets drop

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

‘Oversold’: Wall Street says relief rally coming for stocks as Iran war drags markets

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Good news for investors: The charity event may finally be on its way. Loading audio description… That’s the word on Wall Street as markets assess the damage caused by the Iran war, which has dragged stocks lower for much of the past month as investors worry about the impact of higher oil prices on the … Read more

Stocks, bonds and commodities: How global markets have sold off the Iran war

Stocks, bonds and commodities: How global markets have sold off the Iran war

A trader works on the floor of the New York Stock Exchange during morning trading on March 25, 2026 in New York City. Michael M. Santiago | Getty Images Stocks, bonds, currencies and commodities have all been affected by volatility in the past month, with many stocks seeing wild swings and big losses as the … Read more

Jim Cramer’s top 10 things to watch in the stock market on Tuesday

Jim Cramer's top 10 things to watch in the stock market on Tuesday

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

Wall Street’s tough month, Powell’s inflation outlook, GLP-1 investment and more on Morning Squawk.

Wall Street's tough month, Powell's inflation outlook, GLP-1 investment and more on Morning Squawk.

This is CNBC’s Morning Squawk newsletter. Register here to receive future publications in your inbox. Happy Tuesday. In a partnership you may not have seen coming, Warren Buffett is teaming up with the NBA’s Stephen Curry to launch his own charity lunch. Stock futures are rising this morning. The S&P 500 finished yesterday’s meeting in … Read more

Increase your wealth with these tax strategies

Building a tax efficient portfolio

Morsa Images | E+ | Getty Images To increase wealth, Americans should look beyond smart investments and embrace smart tax planning. From strategies aimed at reducing taxable income to more efficient tax moves, there are many ways investors can build and protect their investments. However, many people do not take advantage of the options available … Read more

Air fares, airport chaos are testing travelers’ willingness to fly this year

Trump sends ICE agents to airports as DHS shuts down

Travelers line up at the Transportation Security Administration (TSA) checkpoint at George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH) in Houston, Texas, US, on Thursday, March 26, 2026. Mark Felix | Bloomberg | Getty Images TOKYO/NEW YORK – Genevieve Price considers himself a major airline criminal. The 35-year-old naturopathic doctor who lives in San Diego often buys basic … Read more