In a move that has provided temporary breathing room for the world’s most valuable automaker, the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) granted Tesla (NASDAQ: TSLA) a five-week extension on Friday, January 16, 2026. The reprieve concerns a high-stakes federal investigation into potential traffic-law violations by the company’s
As of January 16, 2026, the financial markets are navigating a complex "policy-driven tug-of-war" that has set the stage for a volatile yet potentially lucrative year. Investors are balancing the tailwinds of a Federal Reserve that is nearing the end of its easing cycle against the headwinds of an administration
The S&P 500 index reached a historic milestone this week, scaling new all-time highs as a potent combination of robust fourth-quarter bank earnings and a rejuvenated technology sector propelled investor confidence. On January 16, 2026, the benchmark index touched an intraday peak of 6,994.55, flirting with the
ANN ARBOR, MI — On January 15, 2026, the global automotive industry finds itself at a crossroads that many experts warn is paved with a metal the world simply does not have. As copper prices hover near record highs of $13,000 per metric ton following a volatile 2025 "super-squeeze," a
As the calendar turns to mid-January 2026, the global trade landscape sits on the precipice of a seismic shift. The U.S. Supreme Court is currently deliberating on a series of landmark cases that could fundamentally strip the executive branch of its power to unilaterally impose sweeping tariffs. At the
In a week defined by economic cross-currents, the 10-year U.S. Treasury yield has retreated to 4.16%, a significant pivot from the 4.21% highs seen late last year. This downward shift comes as investors digest a complex cocktail of data: a surprisingly robust holiday shopping season juxtaposed against
As of January 14, 2026, Tesla, Inc. (NASDAQ: TSLA) finds itself at a historic crossroads. For over a decade, the narrative surrounding the Austin-based giant was defined by its mission to accelerate the world’s transition to sustainable energy through mass-market electric vehicles (EVs). Today, that mission has evolved into something far more complex and high-stakes: [...]
As of January 14, 2026, the global energy transition has entered a critical second phase. After the "Lithium Winter" of 2024 and 2025—a period characterized by cratering commodity prices and stalled electric vehicle (EV) adoption—the market has roared back to life. At the center of this resurgence is Albemarle Corporation (NYSE: ALB), the world’s premier [...]
As the sun rises over Washington D.C. on January 14, 2026, the financial world sits in a state of suspended animation. The U.S. Supreme Court is expected to deliver its ruling any day now in a case that could dismantle the White House’s most aggressive trade policy
As of January 14, 2026, Rivian Automotive, Inc. (NASDAQ: RIVN) stands at the most critical juncture in its young history. Once the darling of the 2021 IPO boom, the Irvine-based electric vehicle (EV) manufacturer has spent the last year transforming from a boutique producer of high-end adventure trucks into a leaner, software-driven enterprise eyeing the [...]
CES is always an exciting event as new products -- both realistic and wild -- are introduced. This year, Uber and Nvidia stole the headlines and these Motley Fool contributors discuss what else they learned from CES.
Richardson Electronics delivered a fourth quarter that topped Wall Street’s revenue expectations, but the market responded negatively following the report. Management attributed the sales growth primarily to continued expansion in its Green Energy and Canvys businesses, with notable progress in wind energy product adoption and medical display solutions. CEO Edward Richardson highlighted, “Our results reflect the progress we’re making in executing our multiyear strategy,” while also acknowledging that the company’s ongoing transition away from its health care business would continue to affect year-over-year comparisons in the coming quarters.
As of mid-January 2026, the global financial markets are caught in a tense "wait-and-see" pattern. Investors are increasingly jittery as the delayed inflationary effects of aggressive 2025 trade policies begin to manifest in consumer prices. While many corporations spent the latter half of last year absorbing tariff costs through existing
As of mid-January 2026, the American economic landscape is witnessing a phenomenon few analysts predicted a year ago. Despite the sweeping protectionist measures introduced under President Trump’s "Liberation Day" tariff regime, U.S. Mergers and Acquisitions (M&A) activity has not only remained resilient but has surged to historic
Tesla (NASDAQ: TSLA) shares are navigating a turbulent trading session this Tuesday, January 13, 2026, as the electric vehicle giant finds itself at a critical crossroads. In early trading, the stock opened at $450.20, a slight increase from its previous close of $448.96, but quickly encountered resistance as
As the calendar turns to mid-January 2026, the global financial community has its eyes fixed on Austin, Texas. For Tesla (NASDAQ:TSLA), the next few weeks represent more than just another earnings cycle; they are the start of a definitive year that will likely determine whether the company’s pivot
