Maria Bartiromo is leaving her roles at Fox News and Fox Business after over 12 years. The network will implement changes to its programming schedule following her departure.
Maria Bartiromo, the prominent business journalist known for her tenure at Fox News Channel and Fox Business Network, has officially parted ways with the organization after more than 12 years. Her exit was confirmed by the network on September 3, 2026, which stated, “We thank Maria for her work over the last 12 ½ years and wish her all the best on her next chapter.” This marks the end of her influential run at Fox, where she played a key role in shaping the network’s financial coverage.
As part of the transition following Bartiromo's departure, her long-running program "Mornings with Maria" will be rebranded as "Morning with Fox Business," utilizing a rotation of anchors to fill the spot. Additionally, "Maria Bartiromo’s Wall Street," a popular series on Fridays, is set to become "FBN's Wall Street," starting this week with Cheryl Casone as host, followed by various rotating anchors. The network also plans to introduce a new daytime programming schedule in the coming weeks.
Bartiromo joined Fox in 2014, aiming to enhance the channel’s coverage of financial markets. Her transition from CNBC, where she garnered acclaim for her Wall Street insights, was a strategic move to signal Fox's commitment to in-depth financial reporting. Throughout her tenure, she emphasized the need for depth in business reporting, contrasting with the typical multi-guest formats that often dominate news programming. This approach attracted a loyal audience seeking substantial analysis over sound bites.
While the network has not provided specific reasons for Bartiromo’s exit, it is noted that Fox has previously parted ways with notable figures under various circumstances, including changes in favorability or associated controversies. Such instances include decisions surrounding Tucker Carlson in 2023 and Bill O'Reilly in 2017. Given the context of Bartiromo's career and the evolving landscape of news broadcasting, her departure certainly prompts speculation regarding the future direction of the network's financial journalism.
As Fox Business Network readies itself for a revamped programming lineup, the changes following Bartiromo’s exit may influence viewer dynamics, especially those interested in economic and financial news coverage. The network has yet to announce who will be permanently replacing her in the role of host for the Sunday program, "Sunday Morning Futures," currently temporarily helmed by Jason Chaffetz.
The changes at Fox Business could reflect broader shifts in viewer expectations and journalistic standards in financial reporting, encouraging networks to adopt new styles that resonate with contemporary audiences. In this competitive media landscape, maintaining a specialized connection with viewers remains vital for network success.
For the latest updates, keep an eye on developments from Fox Business and the evolving dynamics of their programming schedule.
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