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Tax-return stories this year go from ‘great expectations’ to ‘bleak house.’

Oil futures start the week on a softer note, with prices headed lower Monday on the heels of multiweek gains as a Russian official reportedly questions his country’s participation in the OPEC-led production cut deal on concerns over market share.

The New York Fed said Monday its Empire State business conditions index rose in April, but still indicates that activity remains fairly subdued.

Gold traded lower Monday, starting the week on a softer note, with apparent progress in U.S.-China trade talks helping to dull haven-related demand for the metal as investors also showed some disappointment that recent weakness in the dollar has failed to provide support.

The next breakout point in the S&P 500 is 3,010-3,040 points, according to Elliott Wave theory.

And that doesn’t bode well for their ability to manage their finances after graduation

Former House Financial Services Committee Chairman Jeb Hensarling this month joined a private-sector enterprise in the finance industry — giant bank UBS, in his case.

Chicago Fed President said Monday that low inflation readings argue against further interest rate hikes.

The U.S. stock market has proven to be an historic juggernaut, and its stellar performance this year only solidifies its reputation. But is it time to diversify overseas? Our call of the day says “yes!”

Markets looked for direction as positive China signals failed to dispel larger concern