Stoxx 600, FTSE, DAX, CAC, gold, silver

European markets opened slightly higher on Friday, kicking off the first trading day of the year in positive territory. The pan-European Stoxx 600 index rose 0.2% in early morning deals, with most sectors and major bourses in the green. Mining stocks were among the top performers, up around 0.9%. The moves come as investors return…

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Ram TRX V-8 pickup truck returns for $100,000

2027 Ram 1500 SRT TRX Stellantis DETROIT — Stellantis is resurrecting a V-8-powered Ram pickup truck called the TRX as the company faces fewer federal emissions regulations and enacts a U.S. sales turnaround plan for its brands. The automaker said Thursday that the 2027 Ram 1500 SRT TRX will be available late in 2026 for…

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Invest in growth stocks alongside an index fund

CNBC’s Jim Cramer gave advice on how to build a balanced portfolio, suggesting investors both individual growth stocks and index funds. “Putting some money in an index fund isn’t bad advice — it’s a good way to play it safe,” Cramer said. “But most people can’t afford to purely play it safe unless they’re already…

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