Karee Venema
With over a decade of experience writing about the stock market, Karee Venema is the senior investing editor at Kiplinger.com. She joined the publication in April 2021 after 10 years of working as an investing writer and columnist at a local investment research firm. In her previous role, Karee focused primarily on options trading, as well as technical, fundamental and sentiment analysis.
At Kiplinger, Karee oversees a wide range of investing coverage, including content focused on equities, fixed income, mutual funds, exchange-traded funds (ETFs), commodities, currencies, macroeconomics and more. She also pens the daily Closing Bell newsletter and is a frequent contributor to the Federal Reserve live blog. Karee's work has appeared in numerous media outlets, including InvestorPlace, TheStreet.com, Investopedia and USA Today.
Karee graduated from Bowling Green State University in Bowling Green, Ohio, where she received her Bachelor of Arts in Communication. When she's not researching and writing investing stories for Kiplinger, Karee spends her time with her family and friends, as well as her three adorable animals – two loving cats and one chatty terrier. She is also an involved member of the community, volunteering for the Parent Teacher Association (PTA).
Latest articles by Karee Venema
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The February CPI Report Is Tame, but Higher Inflation’s ComingThe February CPI report arrived in line with estimates, but rising oil prices will likely lift inflation in March.
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The Stock Market Is Selling Off. Here's What Investors Should DoInvestors are fleeing the equities market en masse as oil prices spike in response to the escalating conflict with Iran. But the experts say don't panic.
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February Jobs Report Shows a Surprise Drop in PayrollsThe Federal Reserve is unlikely to cut interest rates anytime soon, even with a shockingly weak February jobs report. Here's why.
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Stocks Bounce in a Buy-the-Dip Session: Stock Market TodayMega-cap stocks led a rebound on Wall Street Wednesday, with Nvidia, Amazon and Tesla among the big winners.
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Dow Cuts 1,277-Point Drop as Trump Tames Energy Threat: Stock Market TodayTuesday's price action was volatile as market participants reacted to the escalating conflict between the U.S. and Iran.
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Stocks Recover from Massive Morning Drop: Stock Market TodayStocks hit their session lows early Monday in reaction to U.S. airstrikes on Iran, but quickly bounced.
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Dow Dives 521 Points as Goldman, AmEx Slide: Stock Market TodayNews of Block's massive layoffs exacerbated AI worries across the financial sector.
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Nvidia Earnings: Updates and Commentary February 2026Nvidia reported earnings after the closing bell on February 25, and the AI bellwether's results came in higher than expected once again.
By Karee Venema
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Nasdaq Soars Ahead of Nvidia Earnings: Stock Market TodayWednesday's risk-on session was sparked by strong gains in tech stocks and several crypto-related names.
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Stocks Shrug Off Tariff Ruling, Weak GDP: Stock Market TodayMarket participants had plenty of news to sift through on Friday, including updates on inflation and economic growth and a key court ruling.
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Stocks Drop as Iran Worries Ramp Up: Stock Market TodayPresident Trump said he will decide within the next 10 days whether or not the U.S. will launch military strikes against Iran.
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January CPI Report Shows Inflation Slowed. Here's What That Means for Rate CutsThe January CPI report came in lighter than expected. Here's what economists say that means for the Federal Reserve and interest rates.
By Karee Venema
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Are Banks Closed on Presidents Day?Presidents Day is almost here, which has many folks wondering if banks are open on Monday, February 16.
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Is the Stock Market Open on Presidents Day?Both the stock and bond markets will be closed this Monday to honor all those who have served as president of the United States.
By Karee Venema
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Job Growth Sizzled to Start the Year. Here's Why It's Unlikely to Impact Interest RatesThe January jobs report came in much stronger than expected and the unemployment rate ticked lower to start 2026, easing worries about a slowing labor market.
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Dow Hits New High Ahead of January Jobs Report: Stock Market TodayA weak reading on December retail sales was in focus ahead of Wednesday's delayed labor market data.
By Karee Venema
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Tech Stocks Fuel Strong Start to the Week: Stock Market TodayThe blue-chip Dow Jones Industrial Average extended its run above 50,000 on Monday and there are plenty of catalysts to keep the 30-stock index climbing.
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Dow Adds 1,206 Points to Top 50,000: Stock Market Today
The S&P 500 and Nasdaq also had strong finishes to a volatile week, with beaten-down tech stocks outperforming.
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Stocks Sink With Alphabet, Bitcoin: Stock Market TodayA dismal round of jobs data did little to lift sentiment on Thursday.
By Karee Venema
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Dow Leads in Mixed Session on Amgen Earnings: Stock Market Today
The rest of Wall Street struggled as Advanced Micro Devices earnings caused a chip-stock sell-off.
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Stocks Close Down as Gold, Silver Spiral: Stock Market Today
A "long-overdue correction" temporarily halted a massive rally in gold and silver, while the Dow took a hit from negative reactions to blue-chip earnings.
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January Fed Meeting: Updates and CommentaryThe January Fed meeting marked the first central bank gathering of 2026, with Fed Chair Powell & Co. voting to keep interest rates unchanged.
By Karee Venema
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S&P 500 Hits New High Before Big Tech Earnings, Fed: Stock Market TodayThe tech-heavy Nasdaq also shone in Tuesday's session, while UnitedHealth dragged on the blue-chip Dow Jones Industrial Average.
By Karee Venema
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Nasdaq Adds 211 Points as Greenland Tensions Ease: Stock Market TodayWall Street continues to cheer easing geopolitical tensions and President Trump's assurances that there will be no new tariffs on Europe.
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