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‘We were wrong’: From Dewey to Trump, the polling misses hanging over the 2026 midterm forecasts
‘We were wrong’: From Dewey to Trump, the polling misses hanging over the 2026 midterm forecasts

Forecasters favor Democrats on Election Day. But response rates have collapsed, and presidential polls have missed toward Democrats three cycles running. (153 characters)

By Steven JohnNovember 3, 2026
Republicans pitch 3.5% income tax cap as an affordability fix in North Carolina—but Gov. Josh Stein says it won’t put ‘more money in anyone’s pockets’
Republicans pitch 3.5% income tax cap as an affordability fix in North Carolina—but Gov. Josh Stein says it won’t put ‘more money in anyone’s pockets’
By Marco Quiroz-GutierrezNovember 3, 2026
The Strait of Hormuz closure has cost Europe an extra $142 billion for the same energy it was already buying
The Strait of Hormuz closure has cost Europe an extra $142 billion for the same energy it was already buying
By Catherina GioinoNovember 3, 2026
A University of Nebraska fan takes a photograph during a pre-game pep rally at the Kansas City Power and Light District before the Division I Women's Volleyball Championship held at Sprint Center.
What’s at stake as Nebraska voters decide whether to legalize online sports betting in the midterms
By Joshua HongNovember 3, 2026
China’s cheap exports are ‘a fact of life,’ Siam Cement Group’s CEO says—so Southeast Asia’s factories need to get bigger
China’s cheap exports are ‘a fact of life,’ Siam Cement Group’s CEO says—so Southeast Asia’s factories need to get bigger
By Jay GanglaniNovember 3, 2026
Billboard ads displaying US Senate midterm odds in Times Square.
Kalshi’s midterm trading tops $1.4 billion as traders bet on a Democratic sweep of Congress
By Camila Grigera NaónNovember 3, 2026
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Wall Street is bracing for a fresh wave of tariffs, Iran action (and potentially a government shutdown) after the midterms
Wall Street is bracing for a fresh wave of tariffs, Iran action (and potentially a government shutdown) after the midterms

“Does the Republican Party divide over MAGA-related issues, and does President Trump escalate hostilities in the Gulf War with wider economic consequences at home and abroad?”

By Eleanor PringleNovember 3, 2026
Transamerica Institute’s CEO warns of a retirement ‘perfect storm’ as even affluent Americans fall short of the $2.6 million goal

Uncertainty about the future of Social Security, persistent inflation, competing financial priorities, and the threat of job disruptions are all making it harder for Americans to save for retirement.

By Sydney LakeNovember 3, 2026
Americans now spend nearly half of their budgets on food and housing alone, the biggest share in 15 years

Housing and food spending rose faster than inflation in 2025, just as consumer sentiment is stuck near all-time lows.

By Joshua HongNovember 2, 2026
How Trump’s trade policy is handing Asia to Beijing

Usually, U.S. statecraft is designed to help American companies succeed abroad. President Donald Trump’s trade program is having the reverse effect.

By Ted OsiusNovember 2, 2026
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A poll worker assists a voter during early voting ahead of the midterm election inside City Hall in San Francisco, California.
Inside the public bank initiatives on the ballot in Berkeley and San Francisco

Two Bay Area cities vote Tuesday on measures that could lead to new government-owned banks.

By Tatiana SatauaNovember 3, 2026
Despite the tensions of war, ex-Barclays CEO Bob Diamond is long Gulf. Here’s why 

The former CEO of Barclays is in Bahrain to announce that the U.K.-based advisory firm, Panmure Liberum, is opening its first regional office in the kingdom

By Kamal AhmedNovember 3, 2026
Today’s top high-yield savings rates: Up to 4.70% on Nov. 3, 2026

Some high-yield savings accounts are still offering rates around 5%. Check out our ranking of the highest savings account rates available today.

By Glen Luke FlanaganNovember 3, 2026
Top CD rates from major banks on November 3, 2026: Chase CDs, Bank of America CDs, Citibank CDs, and more

A deposit account at a bank you already recognize can be a safe way to earn interest on your money.

By Joseph HostetlerNovember 3, 2026
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Millionaire Walmart chair Greg Penner adds soccer club Valencia CF to his investments—he already owns NFL’s Denver Broncos and part of a baseball team

Chairman Greg Penner and his wife Carrie, the granddaughter of Walmart founder Sam Walton, also have stakes in American football and baseball teams.

By Emma BurleighNovember 3, 2026
Current price of gold as of November 3, 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 BakstNovember 3, 2026
Current price of silver as of Tuesday, November 3, 2026

Silver is a (comparatively) safe and reliable asset that can help you to preserve the value of your money during times of inflation.

By Joseph HostetlerNovember 3, 2026
What is a piggyback mortgage and how does it work?

A piggyback mortgage typically pairs two loans. Here’s how it works, risks to be aware of and alternatives to consider.

By Glen Luke FlanaganNovember 3, 2026
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A close-up view of an artificial intelligence chip placed at the intersection of glowing blue digital data streams on a circuit grid, representing advanced computing technology and AI infrastructure.
Who pays for AI’s $2.6 trillion build-out? Look to corporate budgets

BCG estimates companies would cover $1.8 trillion a year by 2030.

By Sheryl EstradaNovember 3, 2026
Current price of Bitcoin for November 3, 2026

Bitcoin is the original cryptocurrency and remains the most popular crypto coin on the market.

By Joseph HostetlerNovember 3, 2026
Anthropic’s third-quarter results mean IPO math and history are not on its side, analysts say

A lot has to go right for investors to earn an above-market return even if Anthropic prices well below the $1.5 trillion to $2 trillion it is seeking.

By Wen ShaoNovember 3, 2026
Current price of Ethereum for November 3, 2026

Ethereum isn’t just digital money; it’s a decentralized computing platform, meaning users can build and run apps on it without oversight of a company or bank.

By Joseph HostetlerNovember 3, 2026
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Minecraft billionaire who beat Beyoncé and Jay-Z to a Beverly Hills mansion is selling—just as California votes on a billionaire tax
Minecraft billionaire who beat Beyoncé and Jay-Z to a Beverly Hills mansion is selling—just as California votes on a billionaire tax

Persson’s agent says he rarely spends time in Los Angeles anymore. The listing lands just as Californians decide on a wealth tax that has already pushed Larry Page, Sergey Brin, and Travis Kalanick out of the state.

By Emma WitmanNovember 3, 2026
Today’s home equity loan and HELOC rates, Nov. 3, 2026

By staying on top of home equity loan and HELOC interest rates, you’ll recognize when it’s a good time to apply for these comparatively cheap borrowing options.

By Joseph HostetlerNovember 3, 2026
Current refi mortgage rates report for Nov. 3, 2026

Looking to refinance your mortgage in hopes of getting a lower rate or tapping home equity? See our latest report on average refi rates.

By Glen Luke FlanaganNovember 3, 2026
Current ARM mortgage rates report for Nov. 3, 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 FlanaganNovember 3, 2026
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Current price of oil as of Nov. 3, 2026
Current price of oil as of November 3, 2026

When oil prices change, it affects your energy costs—and even the price of everyday items. Here’s why.

By Joseph HostetlerNovember 3, 2026
Cheap flights in Europe face a fuel cost reckoning as Ryanair’s CEO says fares could rise up to 20% next year because of the Iran war

Michael O’Leary warns that European airfares could rise as much as 20% in 2027 as the Iran war drives up fuel costs and forces airlines to cut flights.

By Marco Quiroz-GutierrezNovember 3, 2026
As Trump eyes new attack, Iran vows to retaliate beyond the Mideast and target financial assets, while oil markets brace for generational damage

On Saturday, Ayatollah Mojtaba Khamenei warned Iran’s response would be “without any geographical limitations.”

By Jason MaNovember 1, 2026
Current price of oil as of November 2, 2026

When oil prices change, it affects your energy costs—and even the price of everyday items. Here’s why.

By Joseph HostetlerNovember 2, 2026
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North Korea used LinkedIn, fake job interviews to trick Binance engineer in $6.3 billion hack

The hackers posed as recruiters, convincing a Binance employee to download a fake assignment as part of a broader and sophisticated campaign.

By Jeff John RobertsNovember 3, 2026
AI is just the newest threat to Etsy’s handmade promise

New rules target AI-generated listings, but shoppers say copied designs and fake “handmade” goods were eroding their confidence long before.

By Tatiana SatauaNovember 2, 2026
Binance will survive the $6.3 billion hack—but this is the start of a terrifying new era

The scale and sophistication of the Binance hack is alarming—and all of this will soon be turbocharged by AI.

By Jeff John RobertsNovember 2, 2026
Bitcoin giant Strategy, unfazed by Binance hack, adds over $65 million BTC to its holdings

The corporate crypto bull’s latest buying run coincided with hackers draining $6.3 billion from Binance.

By Camila Grigera NaónNovember 2, 2026
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The share of Americans in serious financial trouble from prices jumped from 30% to 47% in a year
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You don’t have to be a farmer to buy farm bureau health coverage — which isn’t regulated as insurance
By Thomas Buchmueller, Helen Levy and The ConversationOctober 30, 2026
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Infant care now costs more than in-state college in 32 states — and some mothers are paying in kind with their own breast milk
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‘It’s only when you see 49-ton trucks in China running on batteries that you realize how serious electrification is’: Octopus Energy CEO Greg Jackson on Europe’s incumbency problem
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The top high-yield savings rates: Up to 4.70% on Oct. 30, 2026
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Top CD rates on Oct. 30, 2026: Lock in up to up to 5.05%
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The U.S. expected 17,000 disputes a year when it passed this medical bills law. It gets over 2 million instead
By Lindsey Murtagh and The ConversationOctober 30, 2026
The Pentagon and Britain are bracing for the power to go out. The ultrawealthy got there first, with backup generators, escape homes, and stockpiles
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The $6.3 billion Binance hack: What we know so far about the biggest crypto heist in history [Updated]
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Spanish PM, facing reelection, says it’s ‘unacceptable’ to suffer two high-speed rail accidents in one year as at least 68 die in collision
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Alphabet just had its worst day as a public company. BofA now values Google search at a lower multiple than fossil fuel stocks
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‘The logic points in that direction’: Drones strike a container ship off Bulgaria as attacks on NATO’s Black Sea flank pile up
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