U.S. payrolls rose by 178,000 in March, more than expected; unemployment at 4.3%
Nonfarm payrolls were expected to increase by 59,000 in March, with the unemployment rate holding at 4.4%.
Trump threatens to destroy Iranian infrastructure, saying its government 'knows what has to be done'
The threat comes a day after he said in a nationwide address that the U.S. military will be hitting Tehran "extremely hard" for the next two or three weeks.
Trump tariff fallout: Some industries grapple with lingering effects one year later
A year after his "liberation day," Trump's trade war has reshaped how companies in industries such as retail and autos are modeling economic and policy risk.
Meta, Google under attack as court cases bypass 30-year-old legal shield
Internet platforms have long been able to rely on special protections to avoid liability for what takes place on their sites. But that may be changing.
'Chasing vibes' — OpenAI's M&A strategy gets more confusing with TBPN purchase
Over 10 months after shelling out an eye-popping $6.4 billion for Jony Ive's nascent devices startup, OpenAI announced it's buying media company TBPN.
United unveils basic Polaris business fare in premium cabin overhaul
United is overhauling its fare classes, offering cheaper business class and premium economy fares that are more restrictive.
The cost to fly private is up as much as 20% with fuel prices soaring
Deep-pocketed travelers are less likely to get priced out as airfares rise, but they have to navigate unexpected fees related to the Iran war and rising fuel costs.
These master's degrees lead to fast-growing, in-demand jobs—but offer low ROI
Getting a master's degrees in social work and psychology may not deliver the best return on investment. But job placement and fulfillment may come easier.
Trump fires Attorney General Pam Bondi
President Trump was said to be unhappy with Pam Bondi's handling of DOJ files about Jeffrey Epstein and the DOJ's failure to prosecute his political enemies.
Cramer’s week ahead: Two key economic reports and earnings from Levi's, Delta
CNBC's Jim Cramer outlined what investors should watch in the week ahead, including Middle East developments, major earnings and key inflation data.
Analysis: Trump's Iran speech ignores the risks of a return to the 1970s
Oil shocks crippled past presidencies. The Iran war is putting Trump into the danger zone.
One year on from Trump's 'liberation day,' global investors are rethinking American exceptionalism
U.S. exceptionalism is "no longer automatic" among global investors, one market watcher told CNBC.
Iran and Oman drafting protocol to 'monitor' Hormuz Strait traffic: IRNA
The Strait of Hormuz, the vital artery for global oil transit, has been effectively closed since the Iran war started in late February.
Chinese chip firms hit record high revenue driven by the AI boom and U.S. curbs
Chinese chip companies have benefited from strong domestic demand for AI as U.S. tech curbs have bolstered local firms.
Asia-Pacific markets mostly rise in Easter trade on hopes for Hormuz reopening
South Korea's Kospi led gains in the region while Japan's Nikkei 225 also opened higher. The Australian and Hong Kong markets were closed for the Easter weekend.
Japan's Sakura Internet jumps 20% as Microsoft plans $10 billion AI push with SoftBank
Microsoft said it plans to invest $10 billion in Japan between 2026 and 2029 to build AI infrastructure.
Microsoft executive touts Copilot sales traction as AI anxiety weighs on stock
Analysts have said adoption of the $30-per-month Microsoft 365 Copilot is in the early stage.
United Airlines hikes checked bag fee by $10 as fuel prices continue to climb
United Airlines became the second U.S. carrier in a week to raise check bag fees as the industry grapples with a more than 80% jump in jet fuel costs.
Warner, Schiff probe potential insider trading in government
The lawmakers also cited a recent report that a Pete Hegseth-linked broker sought to make a multimillion-dollar investment in a defense-linked ETF in February.
Tiger Woods called Trump after DUI crash, he told cop on bodycam video
President Trump called Tiger Woods a close friend after the golfer's auto crash in Jupiter, Fla., last week. Woods is dating the ex-wife of Donald Trump Jr.
Amazon to add 3.5% fuel and logistics surcharge for sellers as Iran war drives up energy prices
With the Iran war now in its fifth week, Amazon said it's adding a 3.5% fuel and logistics surcharge for third-party sellers in the U.S. and Canada.
Coinbase clears key regulatory hurdle in bid to bolster its stablecoin business
Coinbase has received conditional approval from the U.S. Office of the Comptroller of the Currency to operate as a trust bank, the company said Thursday.
OpenAI acquires popular tech podcast TBPN
OpenAI did not disclose the terms of the deal but said TBPN will be housed within its strategy organization.
Tesla's stock suffers steepest drop of 2026 on disappointing deliveries report
Tesla is coming off a year of declining deliveries due in part to increased competition from rivals in China offering lower-cost models.