Democratic sweep puts crypto on defensive in Washington

Democrats in Congress could impose tougher rules on crypto and investigate President Donald Trump, ushering in a tougher era for the industry.

‘My life could be cut short’: I’m 55, married with $4.3 million and have a brain tumor. Should I buy a $210,000 custom Porsche? November 5, 2026
“I also want to preserve the opportunity to leave a meaningful legacy for my two sons.”
Quentin Fottrell
Research firm declares ‘end of the AI trade as we know it’ — and Asian tech stocks reflect the shift November 5, 2026
Now that absolute value is much harder to find in the AI trade, with bets having to be made on a longer-term, more speculative basis, it’s time to search for relative value within the sector, says one research service.
Jules Rimmer
A prolonged war in Iran is the market’s real ‘black swan,’ says this strategist November 5, 2026
Alicia Levine, of BNY’s wealth management business, said markets have not priced in the possibility of the war in Iran lasting for a long time.
Nora Redmond
Toyota’s stock rallies after the company lowered sales guidance. Here’s how rare that is. November 5, 2026
Toyota Motor on Thursday saw an odd combination of a powerful stock-market gain after lowering its annual sales forecast.
Steve Goldstein
My 93-year-old father changed his will at the 11th hour, leaving my brother his entire $500,000 estate. Can I challenge it? November 5, 2026
“My brother had no job and needed a place to live.”
Quentin Fottrell
Richard Simmons’ L.A. estate sells for $3.8 million November 5, 2026
Over a year after Richard Simmons’ death, the fitness guru’s longtime home has sold to a buyer drawn to its rich history.
Dow scores its best day in 18 months in a broad relief rally after Democrats sweep to power in Congress November 5, 2026
Stocks surged, oil prices plunged and bond yields fell Wednesday on optimism around a quicker end to the Iran war now that Democrats have clinched control of Congress.
Joy Wiltermuth
Most investors are blind to the possibility of a market crash. Here is the five-part strategy to survive one. November 5, 2026
Wall Street veteran Jared Dillian says the biggest problem is many investors these days have not lived through a major downturn. He’s got a portfolio that offers protection.
Barbara Kollmeyer
Qualcomm’s stock falls as twin forces pressure sales November 5, 2026
Qualcomm faces the loss of Apple’s business and the negative impact of high memory costs on overall smartphone demand.
Britney Nguyen
This year’s worst-performing S&P 500 stock is finally seeing some major relief November 5, 2026
AppLovin’s stock is popping after “clearly positive” earnings results.
William Gavin