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Best certificates of deposit (CDs) for January 2026

If you’re looking to earn interest that won’t be negatively impacted by the market, a CD lets you lock in a set APY for its full term.

By Glen Luke FlanaganJanuary 13, 2026
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U.S workers just took home their smallest share of capital since 1947, at least
By Sasha RogelbergJanuary 13, 2026
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As ‘agentic commerce’ gains ground, companies shouldn’t put too much faith in ‘GEO,’ one industry insider warns
By Jeremy KahnJanuary 13, 2026
Why the $38 trillion national debt doomed Fed independence regardless of the Trump/Powell drama, top economist says
By Eva RoytburgJanuary 13, 2026
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Delta sees wealthy high fliers leading to another record year—but its CEO sees the main cabin ‘struggling greatly’
By Nick LichtenbergJanuary 13, 2026
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‘Humans could go the way of horses’: Goldman calculated how bad the AI ‘job apocalypse’ will be—and its analysts were pleasantly surprised

“6-7% of jobs will be displaced over the adoption period,” they said.

By Jim EdwardsJanuary 13, 2026
Why the DOJ’s subpoena of Jerome Powell backfired so quickly, emboldening Republicans to stand up to Trump

“I think this is ham-handed, counter-productive, and going to set back the president’s cause,” said Jason Furman, an economist at Harvard.

By Christopher Rugaber, Josh Boak and The Associated PressJanuary 13, 2026
Is Powell’s Fed head independence dead? Trump outfoxes himself this time

Even Trump’s own Treasury Secretary, Scott Bessent, challenged Trump on his “revenge probe” of Powell.

By Jeffrey SonnenfeldJanuary 13, 2026
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Meta is changing its performance review to reward output over effort, taking a page from Amazon and X

The tech giant will wield bonuses to incentivize workers to improve output, mirroring review overhauls made at other tech companies.

By Jake AngeloJanuary 13, 2026
Chief people officers—and Jamie Dimon—say AI can’t learn ‘human skills.’ The world’s youngest self-made billionaires want to prove them wrong

What’s the price of training an AI to take your job someday (soon)? Mercor has contract gig listings as high as $150 per hour.

By Jake AngeloJanuary 13, 2026
Investors cry foul over former NYC Mayor Eric Adams’s crypto launch: ‘Such an obvious rug’

Adams’s new cryptocurrency has all the makings of a scam known as a rugpull.

By Leo SchwartzJanuary 13, 2026
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Synchrony Bank CD Rates 2026

You may know Synchrony Bank as the issuer of popular store credit cards. It’s much more than that.

By Joseph HostetlerJanuary 13, 2026
Despite his $2.6 billion net worth, MrBeast says he’s having to borrow cash and doesn’t even have enough money in his bank account to buy McDonald’s

Jimmy Donaldson, the world’s most popular YouTuber and founder of $5 billion business Beast Industries, claims he doesn’t “technically” have enough money to buy McDonald’s in the morning.

By Emma BurleighJanuary 13, 2026
Current price of gold as of January 13, 2026

Trends in gold prices could indicate whether the asset can protect against inflation. Here’s a look at how the precious metal is doing today.

By Danny BakstJanuary 13, 2026
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The longer the Supreme Court delays its tariff decision, the better it is for President Trump

The court could issue a ruling as soon as Wednesday. It had been expected to rule last week. It is not clear why the court is delaying.

By Jim EdwardsJanuary 13, 2026
Defense companies like RTX and Anduril are feeling the heat on pay and stock buybacks after Trump’s executive order

The nation’s largest aerospace and defense company has drawn the president’s ire for being “the least responsive to the needs of the Department of War” and simultaneously the “most aggressive” in compensating shareholders.

By Amanda GerutJanuary 13, 2026
Forget the K-shaped economy, market veteran Ed Yardeni says—instead, it’s boomers hoarding wealth while Gen Z struggles to build it

The “gen-shaped economy” is defined by baby boomers’ massive net worth.

By Tristan BoveJanuary 12, 2026
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Two Southeast Asia 500 companies may merge—forming Malaysia’s largest construction conglomerate

The proposed merger, announced on Jan. 12 by Sunway president Anuar Taib, will form an entity with a combined market capitalization of $11.7 billion, surpassing current leader Gamuda Berhad, valued at $7.2 billion.

By Angelica AngJanuary 13, 2026
Buying a home is 150% more expensive than in 2019. But here’s why Trump’s plan to shut out institutional investors could raise costs even more

“Big investors have nothing to do with how the housing shortage got created,” says Ed Pinto, a leading housing expert.

By Shawn TullyJanuary 13, 2026
Current ARM mortgage rates report for Jan. 13, 2026

Some homeowners might benefit from an adjustable-rate mortgage over the more common fixed-rate loans. Here’s what to know.

By Glen Luke FlanaganJanuary 13, 2026
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Exxon Mobil CEO Darren Woods, seated to the right, listens as U.S. President Donald Trump, left, speaks during a meeting with oil company executives in the East Room of the White House in Washington, DC on Jan. 9, 2026. President Trump is aiming to convince oil executives to support his plans in Venezuela, a country whose energy resources he says he expects to control for years to come. U.S. forces seized Venezuelan president Nicolas Maduro in a sweeping military operation on Jan. 3, with Trump making no secret that control of Venezuela's oil was at the heart of his actions.
Trump threatens to keep ‘too cute’ Exxon out of Venezuela after CEO provides reality check on ‘uninvestable’ industry

Exxon Mobil CEO Darren Woods’ emergence as an unofficial industry spokesman has put him at odds with Trump with his frank talk over Venezuela.

By Jordan BlumJanuary 12, 2026
Oil prices rise as bloody crackdown on Iran protests suggests Tehran fears a ‘dire security threat to the regime’ with loyalty of forces in doubt

“There are further indications that the ongoing protests are challenging the ability and willingness of Iranian security forces to crack down on the protests.”

By Jason MaJanuary 11, 2026
Trump vows to protect Venezuela and warns Maduro ally Cuba ‘I strongly suggest they make a deal, BEFORE IT IS TOO LATE’

“Venezuela doesn’t need protection anymore from the thugs and extortionists who held them hostage for so many years,” Trump said Sunday.

By Seung Min Kim and The Associated PressJanuary 11, 2026
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Polygon Labs buys two crypto startups for $250 million as it looks to compete with Stripe

The longtime blockchain developer bought cash-to-crypto company Coinme and wallet infrastructure firm Sequence.

By Ben WeissJanuary 13, 2026
Former New York Mayor Eric Adams has a new act as a crypto entrepreneur—though details of his ‘NYC Token’ remain vague

Adams unveiled his blockchain project at a press conference in Times Square on Monday.

By Leo Schwartz and Ben WeissJanuary 12, 2026
An anonymous Polymarket trader made $400,000 betting on Maduro’s downfall—and now Washington wants answers

One congressman wants to pass a bill that would ban government employees from insider trading on prediction markets. But is it enough?

By Leo SchwartzJanuary 12, 2026
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AIWhat Apple’s AI deal with Google means for the two tech giants, and for $500 billion ‘upstart’ OpenAI
By Jeremy Kahn and Beatrice NolanJanuary 13, 2026
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Future of WorkCarhartt CEO says they always focused on blue-collar workers—but hipsters came anyway: ‘We welcome anyone … that wants to celebrate hard work’
By Nick LichtenbergJanuary 13, 2026
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PoliticsScott Adams, Dilbert creator who went from cubicle wars to culture wars, posts open letter to time with his death at 68
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AIBeing mean to ChatGPT can boost its accuracy, but scientists warn you may regret it
By Marco Quiroz-GutierrezJanuary 13, 2026
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Future of Work‘Microshifting,’ an extreme form of hybrid working that breaks work into short, non-continuous blocks, is on the rise
By Nick LichtenbergJanuary 13, 2026
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By Jacqueline MunisJanuary 13, 2026
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SuccessGen X CEO uses AI versions of Steve Jobs and Warren Buffett as a ‘fantasy board of directors’ to help him prepare for meetings and performance reviews
By Preston ForeJanuary 13, 2026
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SuccessMacKenzie Scott is using her $26 billion philanthropy push to rescue organizations in danger after the Trump administration’s funding cuts
By Sydney LakeJanuary 13, 2026
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EconomyAs U.S. debt soars past $38 trillion, the flood of corporate bonds is a growing threat to the Treasury supply
By Jason MaJanuary 10, 2026
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By Carmen Reinicke, Jeran Wittenstein and BloombergJanuary 10, 2026
Personal FinanceTrump wants to cap credit card interest rates at 10%. But such limits could harm consumers, experts warn
By Preston ForeJanuary 10, 2026
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EconomyGen Z is rebelling against the economy with ‘disillusionomics,’ tackling near 6-figure debt by turning life into a giant list of income streams
By Jacqueline MunisJanuary 10, 2026
BankingTrump calls for one-year cap on credit card rates at 10%
By Romy Varghese and BloombergJanuary 10, 2026
InvestingAsia’s cash savings are double the U.S. rate. Fintech platforms like Syfe want to change that
By Angelica AngJanuary 9, 2026
EconomyFacing a 682% inflation rate, Venezuelans work three or more jobs and still can barely afford any food. ‘Everything is so expensive’
By Regina Garcia Cano, Matt Sedensky and The Associated PressJanuary 9, 2026
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EnergyTrump pushes for $100 billion in oil investments in Venezuela while Exxon and others say it’s currently ‘uninvestable’ without major reforms
By Jordan BlumJanuary 9, 2026
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BankingBessent’s visit to Minnesota comes with more vows to crack down on fraud as tensions flare with state, Somalia government
By Fatima Hussein and The Associated PressJanuary 9, 2026
Personal FinanceBest personal loans for good credit 2026: What you need to know
By Joseph HostetlerJanuary 9, 2026
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Energy‘What we call corruption’: Harvard economist and former Venezuelan minister says Trump’s oil profit motives have no place in Venezuela’s future
By Sasha RogelbergJanuary 9, 2026
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PoliticsWhite House says it’s ‘reviewing protocols’ after Trump seemingly violated federal policy by disclosing jobs data early
By Eva RoytburgJanuary 9, 2026
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EconomyArgentina has repaid its $20 billion credit line from Trump administration, Scott Bessent says
By The Associated PressJanuary 9, 2026
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CryptoRumors are swirling about Venezuela holding $60 billion in Bitcoin—but crypto experts are skeptical
By Carlos GarciaJanuary 9, 2026
EconomyThe future depends on copper, but a coming shortage makes it a ‘systemic risk’ to the economy and a strategic flashpoint, S&P Global warns
By Jason MaJanuary 9, 2026
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SuccessWalmart’s CEO Doug McMillon out-earns the average American’s salary in less than 20 hours—during a typical 30-minute commute, he’s already made $1,563
By Emma BurleighJanuary 9, 2026
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EconomyStrip out health care and social services, the U.S. lost jobs in 2025—something that usually happens in recessions
By Eva RoytburgJanuary 9, 2026
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EconomySluggish economy crawls on with 50,000 jobs added in December, unemployment ticks down to 4.4%
By Christopher Rugaber and The Associated PressJanuary 9, 2026
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EconomyRay Dalio on the $38 trillion national debt: ‘My grandchildren and great grandchildren not yet born are going to be paying off this debt’
By Nick LichtenbergJanuary 9, 2026
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CommentaryFormer White House advisor on the real reason your health care costs are going up: Medicare’s doctor pay gap
By Tomas J. PhilipsonJanuary 9, 2026
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By Sheryl EstradaJanuary 9, 2026
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EnergyPaul Singer’s Elliott Management is one of the big winners in Venezuela’s forced sale of Citgo and the toppling of Maduro
By Jordan BlumJanuary 9, 2026
Personal FinanceThe best high-yield savings account rates on Jan. 9, 2026: Earn up to 5.00% APY
By Glen Luke FlanaganJanuary 9, 2026
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