The world in a glance.

US and Iran hold highest-level talks in five decades

Delegations discuss ending a war that has spread across the Gulf and stoked a global energy crisis

US-Iran talks at a ‘stalemate’ over Strait of Hormuz, negotiators say

Two American warships have passed through the contested waterway for first time since start of war

Here are some bargain bank stocks heading into earnings season

A close look at valuations for the largest U.S. banks highlights opportunities for long-term investors.

There are years-long waiting lists to retire on college campuses. 6 steps to take before enrolling.

Retiring to a college community can be great — if you can afford it.

United Airlines wants even higher ticket prices. It’ll get them — with or without the Iran war.

United’s new ‘luxury’ strategy is a risky bet for investors when fares and complaints are sky-high.

Mortgage rates dip following Iran cease-fire. Why that’s great timing for people selling a home.

The spring home-buying season may have just gotten a boost of confidence.

My wife and I want to move to Malaysia. Will we receive Social Security benefits there?

‘Would we have to forget about those benefits and live off of other income?’

Corporate tax cuts from the ‘Big Beautiful Bill’ aren’t giveaways — the new law actually fuels investment

By restoring 100% bonus depreciation, the OBBBA is providing liquidity needed for economic growth.

Here’s when gas prices and airfares could go down if the Iran cease-fire holds

Stock markets were rallying on Wednesday, but drivers shouldn’t hold their breath waiting for a return to prewar gas prices.

Richard Caring sells majority stake in Ivy hospitality empire to Sheikh Tahnoon’s IHC

Deal includes an investment of more than £1bn

Here’s how much weight-loss drugs Wegovy, Zepbound and Foundayo cost — and how to pick the best GLP-1 for you

The GLP-1 market is growing fast. Here’s how much the most popular medications will cost you.

How unruly do your fellow passengers need to be for an airline to give you compensation?

One flier told MarketWatch that a fellow passenger sprayed them with perfume. She contacted the airline’s CEO.

The shaky Trump-Iran cease-fire means being ready to exit any ‘war’s over’ stock-market rally

These signals for investors will make or break the truce — and oil prices.

Lebanese prime minister postpones Washington visit amid Hizbollah criticism

Iran said that next week’s Lebanon-Israel talks must include the Tehran-backed militant group

US and Iran begin highest-level talks in five decades

Delegations will discuss ending a war that has spread across the Gulf and stoked a global energy crisis

You have until April 15 to claim this $8,000 Roth IRA freebie — no matter what your income

All U.S. taxpayers have until tax day — Wednesday, April 15 — to take advantage of the Roth IRA tax break for 2025, even if they think they earn too much.

The stock-market correction isn’t over yet. Here’s why the Iran cease-fire is actually a bad omen.

Market timers are too bullish about the outcome of the war — and May marks the start of the worst six-month stretch for markets historically.

Gen Z supersavers help propel IRA contributions to record highs

There is still time to make IRA contributions for 2025. The deadline is April 15.

Here’s the real cost of economy airfare after all the fees. ‘What’s next — an add-on for access to the bathroom?’

Airlines are now making over $100 billion a year from add-on fees.

How Kodak is trying to turn around its business after teetering on bankruptcy

Photography company Eastman Kodak has seen its fair share of financial struggles, but CEO Jim Continenza is determined to fuel its success.

A short-covering rally has stocks on shaky footing. Here’s what could happen next.

U.S. stocks have staged a blistering rebound, but who exactly has been doing the buying?

‘I feel pressured’: My husband has early Alzheimer’s and wants to visit Europe, but I’m terrified of flying. What should I do?

“My husband’s memory is still good, but he has lost some executive function.”

LinkedIn executive reveals the biggest mistake you can make with AI at work

“If you’re overusing AI, that means you’re not doing anything unique as a human in that process.”

It’s been one of Wall Street’s most heated AI debates — and it may be totally missing the point

Are copper cables or optical components best positioned to support the AI-networking boom? An analyst sees room for both technologies to win big.

Will AI start ‘going rogue’? The chorus of warnings is getting louder.

As AI models get more powerful, there’s growing risk they will go off the rails or get misused by bad actors.

JD Vance arrives in Pakistan for ‘positive’ peace talks with Iran

US vice-president says he hopes to build on the fragile 14-day ceasefire

The damage wrought on the Middle East’s oil and gas supplies

Saudi Arabia and Qatar have both suffered significant damage to production capacity during the US-Israeli war against Iran

The damage wrought to the Middle East’s oil and gas supplies

Saudi Arabia and Qatar have both suffered significant damage to production capacity during the US-Israeli war against Iran

Mortgage borrowers seek shorter-term deals as market volatility saps confidence

Flexibility is the watchword among UK borrowers amid signs of slowing activity in the housing market

Anthropic closes in on OpenAI as US business use surges

Divergence reflects company’s recent rapid growth owing to strong interest in its Claude Code products

How Iran turned to memes to take on Trump

Regime accounts have saturated feeds with snarky online propaganda since US and Israel started bombing campaign

Dubai, eternal city

Why, amid the uncertainty, the city’s professional class holds an unshakeable belief in its resilience

Reid Wiseman, the astronaut hailing a new ‘golden age’ in space

As commander of Artemis II, he embodies the comradeship and ambition of the latest Moon mission

‘I am at a crossroads’: I’m 37 and have $1.3 million. Do I stop working to spend time with my young kids?

“Right now, we only see our kids (ages 5 and 2) awake for about 90 minutes a day.”

Historic Nasa Moon mission returns safely to Earth

Artemis voyage entranced world and highlighted space race between US and China

Are you a ‘HENRY’? Why 90% of financial advisers will waive their minimums to get your business.

Most advisory firms’ $500,000 or $1 million thresholds are actually just branding tools. Here’s how to tell if you’re actually a good fit for their services.

UK drops bill to hand Chagos Islands to Mauritius after US opposition

British officials acknowledge the legislation had run out of time to proceed to the statute book

How chaotic do your fellow passengers need to be for an airline to give you compensation?

One flier told MarketWatch that a fellow passenger sprayed them with perfume. She contacted the airline’s CEO.

Warsh’s confirmation as Trump’s next Fed chair risks delay

Sluggish process could leave Jay Powell at helm of central bank despite US president’s push for policy reset

JD Vance says US-Iran talks should be ‘positive’ as negotiators arrive in Islamabad

Vice-president’s comments come ahead of crunch meeting in Pakistan that is focused on trying to resolve the conflict

AI spending will boost productivity — but first it’ll make even the most efficient firms look like slackers

Companies and investors can expect a painful transition — and the economy will be impacted as well.

Software stocks are getting pulverized — but bitcoin’s rebound hints that a bottom might be in

Bitcoin’s relative strength on Friday may offer a bullish clue for battered software shares — that is, if a past relationship still holds.

Americans would love this $25,000 hybrid SUV — but it’s not available here yet

Chinese vehicles may not be for sale in the U.S. yet, but they’re already getting positive reviews. “Other automakers should be paying attention,” said a vehicle-test editor at…

Investors are gloomy about inflation and risk-taking ahead of Saturday’s Iran talks

The economic toll of the Iran conflict is starting to show up at home.

Cyber security stocks fall on worries over Anthropic’s advanced AI tool

Mythos model was able to detect critical software vulnerabilities that were missed by legacy systems

It’s OK to postpone saving for college until you have these 4 financial priorities under control

When should parents start saving for college? The answer may surprise you.

Here’s the real cost of economy airfare after all the fees. ‘What’s next — an add-on for access to the bathroom?’

Airlines are now making over $100 billion a year from add-on fees.

Nike’s stock hits 12-year low, as some analysts are losing faith in management

Nike’s chief innovation officer is leaving, just as analysts worry whether the execution of the company’s turnaround needs an outside perspective.

What’s at stake for markets as the U.S. and Iran talk this weekend

The Iran war has jolted oil prices and stocks over the past six weeks, leaving investors on edge over negotiations slated for this weekend.

Marvell’s stock is soaring toward its first fresh high in a year. Here’s what’s driving the momentum.

The narrative around Marvell is refocusing around the company’s optical business.