Trump says U.S. struck and seized Iranian-flagged cargo ship in Gulf of Oman
The seizure is an apparent escalation of a U.S. naval blockade, and comes after Iran fired upon commercial vessels transiting the Strait of Hormuz earlier on Sunday.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
1 big thing we're watching in this week's market just as important as Iran
A jam-packed earnings calendar will put the market's monster rally to the test.
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.
Average tax refund is 11.2% higher, latest IRS filing data shows
The average tax refund is 11.2% higher this season, according to the latest IRS filing data. Here's what taxpayers need to know.
'It's sad': The U.S.-UK 'special relationship' sours ahead of royal visit to Washington
A year ago, it was all going so well for the U.S. and U.K.'s so-called "special relationship", but ties have soured.
Naomi Watts wants women to own their menopause journey: 'Why is it so taboo when we are half the population?'
Actress and entrepreneur Naomi Watts founded Stripes Beauty with a singular mission: helping women take control of menopause health and aging with confidence.
Fed Governor Waller says Iran war and labor market risks are keeping central bank on hold
Federal Reserve Governor Christopher Waller on Friday said current economic conditions are complicating the approach to interest rates.