Thursday’s big stock stories: What’s likely to move the market in the next trading session

Higher oil prices kept traders on edge in Wednesday’s trading as the S&P 500 and Dow Industrials fell for a second straight day.

Is the stock market open today? Does the post office deliver mail on Memorial Day? May 25, 2026
The holiday weekend will affect the stock and bond market. Here’s what you need to know.
Weston Blasi
I inherited a house. My CPA says I should sell within a year to avoid capital gains. Is he right? May 25, 2026
“We plan to sell it to another family member for the appraised value.”
Quentin Fottrell
These underdogs are a big reason S&P 500 profit growth is the fastest in nearly 5 years May 25, 2026
Ever since Big Tech went all in on artificial intelligence more than three years ago, seven companies have done the heavy lifting for overall S&P 500 earnings growth. But more recently, the other 493 names in the index have started to pull their weight.
Bill Peters
I’m selling my $1 million home. Will my agent really charge less than a 6% commission? May 25, 2026
“I haven’t bought or sold property since the National Association of Realtors ruling that decoupled buyer’s and seller’s agent commissions.”
Quentin Fottrell
Mastercard’s stock is up 11,000% since its IPO 20 years ago. What comes next? May 25, 2026
Mastercard is in an elite club. Among S&P 500 components, only Nvidia and Apple shares have performed better over the two-decade span since the card company’s IPO.
Emily Bary
‘There is zero transparency’: My friend’s sister controls their mother’s estate. How can we stop her from stealing? May 25, 2026
“The sister claims she does not have to explain herself to anyone.”
Quentin Fottrell
‘We have longevity in the family’: My sister is turning 67. Should she wait until 70 to claim Social Security? May 25, 2026
“Others say she should start at full retirement age.”
Quentin Fottrell
I’m 67. Our family trust earns $300,000 annually for my kids. How do I ensure they won’t get killed on taxes? May 25, 2026
“My thought is to distribute all of the income to my children each year so that the trust itself pays little to no tax.”
Quentin Fottrell
Oil prices tumble as deal to end Iran war appears close, though Trump says there’s no rush May 25, 2026
The U.S. appears close to reaching an agreement that would end the war with Iran and reopen the strategic Strait of Hormuz, according to reports Sunday, sending oil prices sharply lower.
Mike Murphy
Stocks are riding an earnings hot streak — but investors are facing a summer that’s rife with risks May 24, 2026
The U.S. stock market has arrived at the unofficial start to summer with major benchmarks sitting at record highs. But a few factors could make for a bumpy ride in the months ahead.
Christine Idzelis