A Busy Week for Money News

This week is a very busy time for news about money and big companies. This news happened in January of 2026. That is a year in the future! It is happening right now in the news.

When people talk about money news, they often talk about the stock market. The stock market is like a big store where people can buy tiny pieces of big companies. These pieces are called shares.

This week, two important things are happening. First, a very important group called the Federal Reserve, or the Fed, is having a meeting. The Fed helps decide how much it costs to borrow money. Their choices can change how the stock market feels. People watch the Fed‘s leader very carefully to see what he will say.

Second, some of the biggest technology companies are telling everyone how much money they made. Companies like Apple and Microsoft will share their news. People want to see if these companies are doing a good job. They especially want to hear about artificial intelligence, or AI. AI is smart computer technology that can help do many things. People are excited to see if the money spent on AI is helping the companies.

Sometimes, news from the president or other leaders can make the stock market go up and down quickly. This is called volatility. It can make things exciting but also a little shaky for people who own shares.

This week is important because it gives people new things to think about. Instead of just listening to one person, they can listen to the Fed and the big companies. It helps everyone understand how money and businesses are doing. Learning about this helps people make smart choices, just like learning math helps you solve problems!

Vocabulary Words

Market: A place or system where people buy and sell things, like company shares.
Shares: Tiny pieces of a company that people can own.
Company: A business that makes or sells things or provides a service.
Technology: Tools and machines, especially computers and electronics, that help solve problems.
Important: Something that matters a lot.

Comprehension Questions

When did the news in the story happen?
A. Last summer
B. In January of 2026
C. On a Tuesday
D. A long time ago
What is the stock market compared to in the story?
A. A school
B. A playground
C. A big store
D. A library
What is the name of the important group having a meeting?
A. The Fire Department
B. The Federal Reserve (the Fed)
C. The School Board
D. The City Council
What are the big technology companies sharing this week?
A. Their new toys
B. How much money they made
C. Their favorite colors
D. Their lunch menus
What does AI stand for in the story?
A. Awesome Ideas
B. Artificial Intelligence
C. Amazing Inventions
D. Always Interesting