The Federal Reserve held interest rates steady on Wednesday as the economy weathers its highest inflation in three years.
Gold futures soared above $4,000 per troy ounce for the first time, as many investors seek a safe place to park their money as the U.S. government shutdown continues.
There were two jackpot winners in Saturday night's drawing for the estimated $1.8 billion Powerball jackpot. They will have to split the massive prize.
President Trump and Republicans who control Congress have not proposed a long-term solution to shore up the program.
Trump's executive order allows cryptocurrency and private equity in 401(k) plans, while experts debate the risks and benefits of alternative assets in retirement accounts
Stocks tumbled on Friday in response to the sweeping new levies.