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Can SpaceX Leap to the AI Frontier?

Peter Thiel buys 1% stake in Argentina’s Vista Energy

Just 13% of U.S. large-cap stock-picking funds beat benchmarks over decade

Billionaire Peter Thiel buys 1% stake in Argentine Vaca Muerta oil firm, filing shows

How can Disney get back its narrative momentum?

Why Nvidia’s $500bn investment mobilization is a positive for the stock

Nvidia weighs $3 bln in SB Energy for Ohio AI data center - The Information

Nvidia in talks to invest $3 billion in SB Energy as part of OpenAI data center deal, the Information reports

Beneath the S&P 500 rally: Where performance and fundamentals diverge

Is Alphabet signaling a shift in its AI strategy?

Depleted strategic oil reserve nears level that raises concerns about damage to caverns, operations

The rapid drawdown of the U.S. Strategic Petroleum Reserve could damage the caverns that store the oil, experts warn.

Anthropic revenue reportedly jumps to more than $11.5 billion in second quarter

The jump in revenue underscores the rapid growth of the Claude chatbot maker as it prepares for a potential blockbuster initial public offering.

Iran rebuffs Trump's claim over Strait of Hormuz amid report of another ship being struck

Iran's deputy foreign minister says Hormuz "will remain Iranian" after Trump's claim that the waterway would soon become U.S. territory.

Prediction markets and sports betting: How this UK exchange is trying to do both in the U.S.

Smarkets is entering the U.S. prediction market race but also applying to run as a sportsbook within states amid regulatory uncertainty at the federal level.

Nvidia discloses $21 billion stake in SpaceX at end of second quarter

Nvidia's stake in SpaceX, which came through an investment in xAI, was worth about $21 billion at the end of the second quarter.

Between earn-nothing cash, broken long-term bonds, these are the safety trades of 2026 market

Investors have flocked to short-term investments like ultra-short bond funds in anticipation of a stock market correction and with long-term bonds broken.

I drove Tesla FSD, Rivian Autonomy+ ‘hands-free’ driving systems. Here’s how they compare

Rivian is trying to catch up to Tesla's "hands-free" capabilities, but with additional safety guardrails that the Elon Musk company doesn't have.

Lamborghini unveils Revuelto SV, its most powerful production car ever

Lamborghini's Revuelto SV is a limited-edition V12 hybrid with over 1,050 horsepower, a 2.4-second 0-to-100 kph time and a $741,172 starting price.

Berkshire adds $17 billion to Alphabet stake

Google parent Alphabet is now the third largest holding in Berkshire Hathaway's equity portfolio.

Marijuana reform is emerging as a midterm elections issue on both sides of the aisle

With November's midterms fast approaching, cannabis reform is an issue. It's popular with voters, but its power to tilt elections remains uncertain.

Trump family-backed crypto firm World Liberty gets conditional bank charter approval

The OCC conditionally approved World Liberty Trust Co.’s national trust bank charter. That would allow the Trump family-backed firm to issue stablecoins.

How long will software-defined cars last? The auto industry doesn't know yet

Cars that run on software offer benefits automakers and many customers say older cars cannot compete with. But some analysts worry the vehicles might not last.

College can cost $100,000 a year. Here's how families are covering the tab

Because families struggle to pay for school, many students and their parents increasingly depend on federal and private aid to help foot the bill.

AOC says she's been saving up to freeze her eggs. Here's how much the procedure can cost

AOC is highlighting the cost of freezing her eggs. Here's what to know about health insurance coverage, state laws and taxes associated with the process.

Inflation moderated as Intel and Nvidia fueled the AI trade in last week's market

No surprises on inflation and new financing developments in the artificial intelligence trade drove the record-breaking action on Wall Street last week.

Beijing is said to move to clarify tax rules stoking confusion among China's ultra-wealthy

Beijing is said to be moving to clarify ambiguities in new tax rules on offshore trusts after the policy sowed confusion among wealthy Chinese and advisors.

Extreme heat spurs earliest-ever Champagne harvest, putting its famous taste to the test

Producers of the iconic French fizz face a challenge to preserve its taste profile while they also battle tariff complications and fewer drinkers.

Regulators and banks step up scrutiny of prediction markets

The CFTC is reviewing prediction betting platforms' so-called mention markets, people familiar with the matter confirmed to CNBC.

Russia's economy has defied the skeptics. Cracks are getting harder to hide

Russia's wartime economy is under growing strain as its budget deficit widens and analysts warn pressure could intensify next year.

New CNBC Generation Lab poll shows almost half of 18- to 34-year-olds see democratic socialism positively

New CNBC Generation Lab poll shows almost half of 18- to 34-year-olds see democratic socialism positively and nearly 80% see the U.S. economy negatively.

Mamdani's NYC pied-à-terre tax can continue rollout during court appeal

The tax championed by Mayor Zohran Mamdani has drawn the ire of President Donald Trump, who said it must be stopped and vowed to explore federal options.

OpenAI talent exodus raises 'huge red flag' ahead of IPO

OpenAI's C-suite turnover gives investors another reason for concern as the company pushes toward a mammoth IPO.

Luigi Mangione pleads guilty in federal case related to UnitedHealthcare CEO killing

Mangione's lawyers argue his federal plea bars his prosecution for murder in state court for Brian Thompson's slaying due to New York's double jeopardy law

Trump asks Supreme Court to let White House ballroom construction continue

President Donald Trump tore down the White House East Wing to make way for the ballroom project.

AI’s infrastructure boom is getting more leveraged — and harder to track

AI’s infrastructure boom is increasingly being funded through bonds, leases and private capital, while leveraged investors add another layer of market risk.

Disney CEO Josh D'Amaro tells CNBC parks were 'big surprise' in last quarter, company has 'clarity' and 'stability'

New CEO Josh D'Amaro has said his strategy for continued growth at Disney is centered around storytelling, intellectual property and technology.

How a niche copper trade became a real-time gauge of Trump’s next tariff move

The widening price of copper between two metals exchanges is offering investors a gauge of U.S. tariff risk.

Court rules companies can't import Gilead medications from overseas in blow to AFP health programs

A U.S. appeals court has ruled in favor of Gilead Sciences against companies known as alternative funding programs that import medicines from overseas.

Group including Jeff Bezos buys minority stake in Liverpool FC, with option to become controlling owner

The group that includes Jeff Bezos has an option to become the majority shareholder within the next year.

‘Absolutely unacceptable’: Japan PM Takaichi condemns Putin’s visit to disputed Kuril Islands

Japan protested Vladimir Putin’s first visit to the disputed Kuril Islands, escalating tensions over territory claimed by both Tokyo and Moscow.

‘It’s a double-edged sword’: My husband got a $42,000 bonus. Will it wipe out our Affordable Care Act subsidy?

“We were advised to return the bonus and take out a home-equity loan.”

I’m 63, a retired CPA with a $1.2 million 401(k). Do I need to bother with a Roth conversion?

“I don’t expect my marginal tax rate to be materially different in the future.”

Think interest rates are high now? These charts offer a different perspective.

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Owning a home is overrated. Renting is now often a much better money move.

There are better ways to think about investments than homeownership.

An active fund holding a whopping 800 stocks is beating major indexes. Here’s how.

For diversification in the stock market, there are actively managed alternatives to index funds.

Ballet flats are so popular that even brands like Birkenstock and Crocs are cashing in on the trend

Ballerina shoes are back in style thanks in part to nostalgia. Gen Z shoppers are even pairing them with running shorts.

Will Trump accounts and grandparent 529s bring down the price of college in the future?

Caps on student borrowing could also play into how America pays for college.

Health insurers are dumping Medicare Advantage plans. Here’s how many seniors could be affected.

Older adults could be scrambling for new health coverage next year, especially in rural markets that have fewer insurance choices.

Is $1 million enough for a household to retire? The answer keeps changing.

“Some readers — and couples — would be grateful to retire on half that amount.”

Social Security recipients will get more money next year. Here’s how much the COLA may boost benefits.

Social Security’s cost-of-living adjustment could be as much as 3.6% in 2027.

Stocks Sink in Broad AI Rout Sparked by China's DeepSeek

U.S. stocks were mostly lower, with the Nasdaq leading declines as makers of AI infrastructure suffered steep falls, many in the double digits. Nvidia was down 16%.

Comex Gold, Silver Settle Lower

Gold settled 1.4% lower, down two of the past three sessions, and silver fell 2.5%, down three of the past four sessions.

DeepSeek Won't Sink U.S. AI Titans

Panic fueling the selloff of Nvidia, Broadcom and other tech giants is overblown.

Financial Services Roundup: Market Talk

Gain insight on Experian, SoFi Technologies and more in the latest Market Talks covering Financial Services.

Arabica Coffee Prices Hit Record on U.S., Colombia Tariff Spat

Arabica coffee prices hit a record level, as traders digested the withdrawal of President Trump’s threats to impose tariffs and economic sanctions on Colombia.

Swiss franc, Japanese yen Rise as DeepSeek News Boosts Safe Havens

The Yen and Swiss Franc were stronger against the dollar as investors sought safe havens after Chinese start-up DeepSeek’s new AI model hit U.S. tech stocks.

Natural Gas Falls on Shifting Weather Forecasts

U.S. natural gas futures fell after weekend updates took some of the chill out of early February weather forecasts.

Building-Products Distributor QXO Launches Hostile Bid for Beacon

QXO is taking its offer directly to shareholders after being rebuffed on several occasions.

Natural-Gas Firm Diversified Energy Strikes Deal for Permian Basin Player

Maverick Natural Resources has operations in Texas and Oklahoma.

What's New This Tax Season That Can Save You Money

There are some new wrinkles, especially for those who sell things online or bought an EV.