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Wall Street wobbles ahead of new retail sales data and public appearances by Fed officials
May 14, 2025

Wall Street wobbles ahead of new retail sales data and public appearances by Fed officials

Wall Street trades flat as investors await retail sales data and Fed signals on interest rates amid U.S.-China trade pause and cooling inflation.

Specialist Michael Pistillo works at his post on the floor of the New York Stock Exchange, Monday, May 12, 2025. (AP Photo/Richard Drew)
May 13, 2025

Wall Street climbs following a slowdown in inflation as the S&P 500 erases its loss for 2025

U.S. stocks rise as inflation slows and tech shares surge. AI stocks lead gains, while tariffs and Fed policy keep investors cautious.

Wall Street gains ground following a stronger-than-expected report on the US job market
May 12, 2025

S&P 500 surges 2.7% after the U.S. and China announce a 90-truce in their trade war

NEW YORK (AP) — Stocks are surging on Wall Street after China and the United States announced a 90-day truce in their trade war. They agreed to take down most of their tariffs that economists warned could start a recession and create shortages on U.S. store shelves. The S&P 500 was 2.7% higher in early trading Monday. The Dow [...]

Wall Street drifts as it waits for a highly anticipated US-China meeting on trade
May 9, 2025

Wall Street drifts as it waits for a highly anticipated US-China meeting on trade

U.S. stocks drift as Wall Street eyes U.S.-China trade talks in Switzerland. Lyft, TSMC, and Insulet rally while Expedia and Sweetgreen fall.

Wall Street loses ground and oil prices tumble after OPEC+ says it will step up production
May 8, 2025

Wall Street rises with hopes for trade deals that could forestall a recession

U.S. stocks rose after Trump announced a UK trade deal, easing recession fears and pushing the S&P 500 closer to record highs amid strong earnings.

Trader Michael Capolino, right, works with colleagues on the floor of the New York Stock Exchange, Tuesday, May 6, 2025. (AP Photo/Richard Drew)
May 6, 2025

US stocks sink again as more companies detail damage they’re taking because of Trump’s trade war

U.S. stocks fall as AI hype cools and companies pull forecasts amid tariff uncertainty from Trump, sparking fears of slowed growth and recession.

Wall Street extends its gains to a 9th straight day, reclaiming losses since tariff escalation
May 2, 2025

Wall Street extends its gains to a 9th straight day, reclaiming losses since tariff escalation

Wall Street marks its longest win streak since 2004 as job growth beats forecasts and optimism grows over easing U.S.-China trade tensions.

Wall Street gains ground following a stronger-than-expected report on the US job market
May 2, 2025

Wall Street gains ground following a stronger-than-expected report on the US job market

Wall Street rallies as a strong U.S. jobs report lifts stocks. S&P 500 heads for 9th straight gain while tech and financial shares lead the market.

Photo of a blue tractor trailer with the name Beacon emblazed on the side door.
Apr 29, 2025

QXO completes $11B purchase of Beacon Roofing Supply

Beacon Roofing Supply, a Herndon Fortune 500 roofing material and building supplies company, is now a subsidiary of Connecticut software and tech business QXO after the closing of its $11 billion purchase Tuesday, QXO announced.

Wall Street takes a breath ahead of another week full of potential swings
Apr 28, 2025

Wall Street takes a breath ahead of another week full of potential swings

NEW YORK (AP) — U.S. stocks are drifting lower Monday ahead of potential flashpoints looming later in the week that could bring more sharp swings for financial markets. The S&P 500 fell 0.5% in late morning trading, coming off a winning week in its whipsaw ride that’s been rattling investors for weeks. It had sli[...]

Kimmy Duong. Photo courtesy George Mason University
Apr 25, 2025

McLean business leader’s foundation gives $20M to George Mason University

Kimmy Duong donates $20M to George Mason University, funding scholarships and naming the Long Nguyen and Kimmy Duong School of Computing.

John Asbury, president and CEO of Atlantic Union. Photo courtesy Atlantic Union
Apr 24, 2025

Atlantic Union: Q1 Earnings Snapshot

Atlantic Union Bankshares Corporation (AUB) reported first-quarter profit of $49.8 million.

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