U.S. struck, seized Iranian-flagged ship Touska in Gulf of Oman, Trump says
The Iran-flagged Touska was on the U.S. Treasury's sanctions list because of a history of illegal activity, Trump said.
China keeps benchmark lending rates unchanged as economic growth revs up, Mideast risks loom
The upbeat economic growth has reduced the urgency for fresh stimulus measures, prompting economists to postpone forecasts on the timing of interest rate cuts.
Oil prices jump after Iran and U.S. attack commercial ships as tensions escalate over Strait of Hormuz
Crude oil prices surged Sunday, as the U.S. and Iran teetered on the brink of a renewed war after attacks on commercial ships in the Strait of Hormuz.
FBI Director Kash Patel vows to sue The Atlantic over alcohol abuse claims
Kash Patel recently made headlines for chugging a beer after Team USA won the gold medal in ice hockey in the 2026 Olympic Games.
Asia markets mostly rise as U.S.-Iran tensions escalate after ship seizure
Asia-Pacific markets were mostly higher Monday as a U.S. seizure of an Iranian vessel deepened tensions, keeping investors on edge.
AI startup Cursor in talks to raise $2 billion funding round at valuation of over $50 billion
Artificial intelligence startup Cursor in talks to raise a $2 billion fundraising round at an over $50 billion valuation, which does not include the investment.
This year's college graduates face a changed student loan landscape
Student loan borrowers graduating college in May will face different repayment options than in prior years. Here's what to know.
AI fears drive some young adults to grad school — 'people shelter in higher education,' expert says
Experts say going back to school for a graduate degree is one way to hedge against a rapidly changing labor market.
Gas prices may not drop below $3 a gallon until next year: Energy Secretary Wright
Gas prices are more than $4 per gallon on average in the U.S. right now, a massive spike from just months ago.
Software stock dogs have joined market rally. There's a classic investing lesson in the rebound
In a 2026 market that had Microsoft down close to 20%, looking for opportunities to buy after big drawdowns is coming to more tech and software stocks.
SiIicon Valley's AI agent hiccups: Wasted tokens and 'chaotic' systems
Nvidia CEO Jensen Huang told CNBC's Jim Cramer in March that AI agents are "definitely the next ChatGPT."
Amazon, USPS and the risk of a widening delivery divide in rural America
The new deal between Amazon and the U.S. Postal Service has many implications, maybe none greater than what it means for package delivery to rural Americans.
Here are things going right for stocks despite new Iran war setbacks
The big stock rally Friday had as much to do with bond yields going down as it did with oil plunging. The Mag 7 are also back.
Top Wall Street analysts are bullish on these 3 stocks for the long haul
Picking stocks can be challenging due to the vast universe of equities. Investors can follow the ratings of top Street analysts and make informed decisions.
We spoke to over 30 central bankers, policymakers and politicians. Here are their top concerns
From stagflation to energy security, policymakers spoke to CNBC about the biggest risks arising from the ongoing U.S.-Iran war.
Berkshire shares left behind as S&P 500 rallies to record high
While the overall market was soaring over the past two weeks, Berkshire wasn't doing much of anything, as its shares slipped to MTD drops of just under 1%.
'It's just scale': Local mom-and-pop car dealerships are growing or dying amid industry consolidation, rise of mega-retailers
Multibillion-dollar dealerships have been on the rise amid a decadeslong consolidation that has led to a grow-or-die mentality for many U.S. auto retailers.
There's an 'art' to writing AI prompts for personal finance, MIT professor says
There's a good and bad way to write effective artificial intelligence prompts for personal finance advice.
Nvidia's once-tight bond with gamers is cracking over AI
Gamers once helped save Nvidia from bankruptcy. Now they feel left behind as the memory crunch drives focus to AI chips and DLSS 5 disrupts game design.
No escape: U.S.-Iran war, $4 gas, have taken all the fun out of consumer spending
Consumers are still spending amid U.S.-Iran war and $4 gas prices, but there's a pullback at entertainment and dining venues hitting local economies hard.
Kevin Warsh wants to lead a scandal-ridden Fed. His wealth is a complication
Sen. Elizabeth Warren, D-Mass., is calling attention to potential issues in the Fed chair nominee's financial disclosures.
I'm a psychologist who studies couples: People in the happiest relationships do 5 things on Sundays—that most neglect
Before a new week begins, the happiest couples pause. Mark Travers, a psychologist who studies couples, shares the five simple check-ins help them stay close and emotionally in sync.
Three things to know about FISA Section 702: Congress passes short-term extension of controversial surveillance program
The law allows the U.S. government to surveil people outside the U.S., including when they're communicating with American citizens.
Bessent says to adjust your paycheck withholding — but mistakes could trigger a tax bill, experts caution
Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent told workers to update their paycheck withholding. But mistakes could trigger a tax bill next season.