Putin-Xi talks revive stalled Russian gas pipeline as Iran war rattles energy markets
Putin is expected to hold talks with Chinese leader Xi Jinping on Wednesday, with the long-stalled Power of Siberia 2 natural gas pipeline topping the agenda.
Another Trump victory: Republican Rep. Thomas Massie loses Kentucky primary
President Donald Trump had targeted Rep. Thomas Massie, R-Ky., for opposing GOP priorities.
U.S. Treasurys are now firmly in the 'danger zone,' strategists say
U.S. Treasurys are in a "danger zone" as surging long-term yields raise fears that sticky inflation could begin spilling over into equities, strategists said.
Why fashion is doubling down on sustainability even as value-seeking shoppers ignore the pitch
A strange paradox has taken hold of the global fashion industry.
Stocks under pressure as correction fears grow and record rally defies geopolitical turmoil
"'The pendulum could swing backwards," analysts said on Tuesday amid mounting warnings that equities could soon change course.
UK inflation rate eases to 2.8% in April, but slowdown is expected to be short-lived
Economists polled by Reuters had expected the inflation rate to drop back to 3%, cooling from 3.3% in March.
Over 47,000 Samsung Electronics workers set to strike as wage talks break down, sending shares lower
More than 47,000 Samsung Electronics workers will begin a strike on Thursday after wage negotiations between the company and its union broke down.
Alibaba reveals more powerful Zhenwu AI chip, new LLM
Alibaba announced updates to its AI offerings, including a more powerful chip and a new large language model.
The AI economy is rewriting the American Dream — and blue-collar workers are poised to win
AI-driven hiring slowdowns are hitting some entry-level jobs for college graduates as companies like Ford and AT&T ramp up recruiting for skilled trade workers.
2026 CNBC Disruptor 50: See the full list of companies, rankings, and a new leader in the AI race
CNBC reveals the 2026 Disruptor 50 list led by an increasingly powerful and highly valued group of AI companies.
New data boosts our confidence in Lilly's obesity pill. Plus, Google's new AI features
Every weekday, the Investing Club releases the Homestretch; an actionable afternoon update just in time for the last hour of trading.
China confirms order for 200 Boeing planes, calls aviation key area for U.S. cooperation
China has agreed to buy 200 Boeing jets, its first major order in nearly a decade, U.S. President Donald Trump said last week.
European stocks to open lower: UK inflation and elevated bond yields in focus
European stocks are expected to open in negative territory on Wednesday as global markets keep a close eye on elevated bond yields and UK inflation data.
SpaceX picks Goldman Sachs for lead left position on record-breaking IPO, sources say
SpaceX has picked Goldman Sachs to lead what's expected to be a record-setting IPO.
Trump's past tax returns get protection from IRS enforcement under 'lawfare' fund settlement
President Trump agreed to drop his lawsuit against the IRS in exchange for a fund that can compensate allies who were targeted under the Biden administration.
AI boom reshuffles global stock market pecking order as South Korea and Taiwan surge
A global reshuffling in stock-market hierarchy is underway. AI is propelling Taiwan and South Korea past a couple long-established Western countries.
Nvidia to launch Singapore research hub as city-state boosts AI plans
Singapore has announced a new Nvidia research center and its first testbed to research, test and deploy physical AI, along with industry leaders.
Singapore inks AI deals with Google, OpenAI as ChatGPT-maker commits $234 million to local ecosystem
Singapore has signed new partnerships with Google and OpenAI to strengthen the city-state's position as a global AI hub and accelerating AI deployment.
Google debuts new AI models, personal AI agents in effort to keep pace with OpenAI and Anthropic
Google made a number of AI announcements at its annual developer conference, rolling out more-advanced models and agentic tools for its expansive user base.
Senate advances measure to end military action in Iran in rebuke to Trump
The war with Iran has now blown past the 60-day requirement under the War Powers Act for the president to seek the authorization of Congress.
Goldman Sachs says AI and energy resilience are creating a North-South divide in Asian markets
North Asian markets are outperforming South Asian markets, supported by stronger fiscal ability and AI developments, Goldman said.
Asia markets fall as Treasury yields climb and Iran tensions linger
Asia-Pacific markets fell on Wednesday as investors weighed elevated bond yields and renewed geopolitical tensions.
Vance defends stock-trading spree in Trump financial filings: 'Come on, man'
Vice President JD Vance said at the White House on Tuesday that he and President Donald Trump both support banning congressional stock trading.
30-year Treasury yield tops 5.19%, highest since before the financial crisis
Global bond markets remained on edge as traders monitored central bank responses to renewed inflation fears.