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Trump says White House didn't order Starlink restrictions in Ukraine

Ukrainian officials complained this week that SpaceX had limited internet connectivity without advance notice.

Nasdaq notches worst week since late June with a 4.5% slide as AI trade suffers

Trump’s press secretary Katie Zacharia fired after five days

Exit comes amid deepening turmoil for White House as midterm elections loom

SoftBank weighs $18 billion acquisition of Allied Universal, Bloomberg News reports

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Moody’s upgrades CVR Energy to B1 on improved balance sheet and liquidity

Compass sues California listing service in fight over private home marketing

EchoStar’s stock looks like a stealthy way to ride the SpaceX wave, J.P. Morgan says

Investors aren’t giving EchoStar enough credit for the value of its future SpaceX stake or its potential to strike more spectrum deals, an analyst argues.

Brent oil touches $110 as Iran escalates Hormuz attacks, Ukraine vows to hit Russian refineries

U.S. crude oil prices rose sharply Friday as Iran escalated attacks in the Strait of Hormuz this week.

FAA nears approval for Boeing 737 MAX 10 jetliner - reports

FAA set to approve Boeing 737 MAX 10 as soon as next week, sources say

Nearly 12,000 California residents bought EVs using state rebate program

White House Press Secretary Is Out One Week After Her Appointment

FAA set to approve Boeing 737 MAX 10 as soon as next week, sources say

Debt is eating up a bigger chunk of your raise, research shows

New research finds debt payments rose far faster than estimated real household income, absorbing about half of a one-earner household's gains.

Katie Zacharia out as Trump's White House press secretary

Zacharia was on shaky ground from her first White House press conference, and over questions about her claims of being a lawyer despite not passing a bar exam.

U.S. Natural Gas Futures Settle Lower

Are we spending our retirement money in the right order? Our plan is: Social Security, annuities, cash — then IRA.

Spending all your cash first can make your income surge in later years.

Your Social Security check will rise an average of $75 a month — will it be able to keep up with inflation?

The 3.6% COLA for 2027 is aimed at helping more than 68 million beneficiaries keep pace with the cost of living

Did this year’s COLA beat inflation? Here’s how spending by American seniors stacks up so far in 2026.

The cost-of-living adjustment for 2027 will be 3.6%, which will give Social Security recipients an average of $75 more per month.

The COLA wars are coming for Social Security

The annual cost-of-living adjustment may soon be capped, curtailed, means-tested or scrapped altogether under various proposals being actively considered

Israeli settlers attack Palestinians carrying out olive harvest in West Bank

Washington Post journalist among those injured during violence in the Palestinian territory

Here's who Netflix just brought in to run content — and what it means for the streamer

Peter Rice brings a wealth of experience in TV and film, including scripted and unscripted shows, live sports, prestige television and theatrical distribution.

Microsoft wants to make AI cheaper. Will investors actually see the savings?

Microsoft is betting that its custom chips can lower costs, but the AI equation is more complicated than that.

Five Big Questions About Tesla’s New Flying Roadster

SpaceX AI policy leader grilled by NYC Council on Grok safety, sexualized images

SpaceX head of global government affairs for AI Gabriela Castillo Madrid faced critical questions from the New York City Council on Friday.

Wall Street's fear gauge is ripping. Traders see it going even higher

The sell-off in AI-related stocks pushed the VIX above 22 for the first time in four months. A cluster of trades suggests it could go even higher.

The affordability crisis isn't hitting all voters equally. Here's why

Younger Americans face higher inflation and housing costs than baby boomers, widening the affordability divide ahead of the 2026 midterm elections.

Tesla breaks $350 support with bearish momentum: Live levels

Alphabet C tests $334 support amid bearish trend: Live levels

Nasdaq 100 breaks 29,361 support, RSI at 23.5: Live levels

My sister moved in with our mother, 78, and says she deserves the $925,000 family home. Is she right?

“The house is worth $925,000 and mom owns it outright. She also has $480,000 in investments.”

Big Tech stocks head for biggest weekly drop since ‘liberation day’

AI trade jitters send investors scrambling for government debt in a move that halts a months-long Treasury sell-off

Apple’s $1,999 iPhone Duo puts the company's status-symbol power to the test

Apple’s $1,999 iPhone Duo is drawing early demand as analysts assess whether the foldable can lift iPhone pricing and revenue.

AI investors have woken up to the bond market’s warning signs

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We're downgrading this retail stock after a big comeback. Plus, AI names slide again

Every weekday, the Investing Club releases the Homestretch; an actionable afternoon update just in time for the last hour of trading.

Could an Anthropic IPO put your 401(k) at risk? The AI safety debate hits a new dimension.

Anthropic and New York City’s comptroller have opened a line of communication to discuss “existential risks” posed by AI and what that could mean for the company’s future stock.

‘I like the idea of a big return’: My financial adviser wants me to invest $350,000 in a UAE data center. Is this risky?

“I know you’re not supposed to put money you can’t afford to lose into speculative stuff.”

The Austin Powers steamroller: How to trade CoreWeave's slow moving crisis

After a 27.5% drop from last Friday's close to this Thursday morning's 52-week lows, followed by a 17% rebound, equity traders holding CoreWeave are dazed.

Wall Street tumbles as worries about AI trade and high oil prices weigh

Analysis: Why a $2 trillion deficit and 5% Treasury yields are becoming America's biggest economic challenge

Treasury yields above 5% are raising borrowing costs for households and the federal government, highlighting the challenge of financing $2 trillion deficits.

It’s not just Commerzbank: Italians are eating up German business

The takeover of the bank by UniCredit is only the start

Why Trump and the GOP's billion-dollar midterm blitz isn’t working

Trump-aligned groups and Elon Musk have poured hundreds of millions into the midterm election, but the GOP spending surge has barely moved polls or the map.

NBA tightens betting rules, develops AI to flag suspicious wagers

The NBA is tightening restrictions on bets and deploying AI to help identify suspicious wagering, according to two documents obtained by CNBC.

Oil Futures Rise on Middle East, Russia-Ukraine Concerns

Gigi Hadid Steps Into the Fantastical World of Couture

Starlink disruptions are being felt on the front lines of Ukraine

Prediction market odds on Tesla-SpaceX merger are above 50% for early 2027

Kalshi odds for a Tesla-SpaceX merger rose above 50% for early 2027 as Barclays outlined how a deal could work.

CoreWeave stock, bond set for weekly plunge as rate-hike fears hit AI bet

Why Men Are Outspending Women on Botox

U.S. presses China on Mastercard, Citigroup market access in bilateral Bangkok talks, official says

The U.S. raised market access issues for Mastercard and Citigroup in China during bilateral meetings in Bangkok this week, a U.S. Treasury official says.

Kenya reports third Ebola case, a close relative of first two patients

Central bankers eye higher rates as AI boom fuels scramble for cash

European shares close out best week since June as earnings soften blow from tech selloff

Alexandr Wang, Meta’s AI wunderkind

The 29-year-old in charge of the company’s Superintelligence Labs is being touted as a potential successor to Mark Zuckerberg

UK police assess Palestine Action post by national security adviser's wife

OpenAI Saudi national bugging case shows threat to U.S. leadership in AI: DNI Clayton

AI "amplifies" existing cybersecurity risks toward U.S. digital infrastructure, Clayton said on "Squawk Box."

Schwab to create 'tax-aware' strategy that's been attracting billions from wealthy investors

Wealthy investors are flocking to tax-aware long short strategies, adding billions into these super-powered versions of tax-loss harvesting accounts.

Shell agrees proposed sale of French fuel stations to DCC Energy, source says

Michael Dell, a Dot-Com Era Survivor, Has Tips to Beat an AI Bust

Judge rejects CFTC, Gemini bid to vacate $5 million settlement

US import prices increase; post largest annual gain in more than four years

US solicits exchange of up to 17 million barrels of oil from strategic reserve

Tesla unveils long-delayed Roadster developed with SpaceX, fueling merger speculation

Elon Musk first debuted the Roadster refresh concept in 2017 but Tesla has since missed every targeted delivery date.

Sickle cell gene therapies offer new hope, but access remains a major challenge

FDA-approved gene therapies for sickle cell disease offer a chance to help patients, but factors including cost and access have slowed their use.

France, Germany strike deal on car emissions and UK special status

Ryazan refinery halted processing at one primary unit after drone attacks, sources say

Trudy forecast to near Mexico's Pacific coast as major hurricane through the weekend

‘Edward Hopper’ Review: A Lonely Realism

Italy clinches deal with EU over measures to limit impact of gas prices on electricity costs

Citi becomes latest US bank to restrict AI agents from accessing accounts

US lenders fear chatbots could shift billions of dollars in deposits to higher-yielding accounts

Worsening water crisis sparks protests in Mexico's Guadalajara

France and Germany Reach Deal to Protect Europe’s Car Industry

E.l.f. Beauty CFO Mandy Fields on consumers, pricing and building a foundation in cosmetics

Mandy Fields, E.l.f. Beauty CFO, says E.l.f. is staying true to its mission of making beauty accessible and is using social media to create brand awareness.

Blue Origin plans $330 million Florida expansion to ramp New Glenn launches

Blue Origin said it's targeting multiple flights per week of its New Glenn rocket by the end of the decade.

Supertanker rates fall from record highs

Norwegian teen jailed for 20 years for UK murder plot after being recruited online

Stock Market Today (Oct. 16, 2026): S&P 500 edges higher as tech stocks struggle

Stock Market Today (Oct. 16, 2026): S&P 500 edges higher as tech stocks struggle Yahoo Finance Singapore

Italian airports controller fixes network failure that caused flight delays

Russia strikes 9 Ukrainian regions as strain grows between Zelenskyy and Trump

CoreWeave stock sinks as AI financing worries linger

Anthropic IPO valuation expectations cool as revenue growth slows

Africa CDC says over $700 million in Ebola response funds unaccounted for in Congo

Here's how the CoreWeave sell-off is affecting OpenAI vs. Anthropic valuations

The spread is widening between AI leaders OpenAI and Anthropic as a sell-off in CoreWeave leads neocloud stocks lower.

ExxonMobil signals $4.5 billion refining earnings boost as margins soar

Supermarket operator Ahold's websites, app remain offline 5 days after cyber incident

U.S. Import Prices Rose in September

Fed's Warsh withholds rate signal, praises recent global tightening

Warsh refrained from signaling another interest rate hike this month, pointed to a "synchronous tightening" by central banks in the fight against inflation.

Italy prolongs Schengen suspension with Spain, talks loom

Elon Musk cash infusion helps GOP Senate super PAC raise record $273 million

Elon Musk gave a record $158 million to the GOP’s Senate Leadership Fund, boosting its war chest as Republicans pour money into Texas to defend Ken Paxton.

Alphabet's Waymo plans first Canada robotaxi service in Toronto in 2028

EXCLUSIVE: Iran ships some LPG, jet fuel despite US blockade, data shows

Equifax expands access to cash flow data solutions for confident decisioning

I watched Nvidia's Jensen Huang work the room in London. He brought big checks — and a blunt message

Nvidia has a near monopoly over the most powerful AI chips and Huang courts tech execs and world leaders with ease.

The Morning Risk Report: AI Runs Into Its Next Big Obstacle

EXCLUSIVE: Naftogaz chief says Ukraine's gas reserves hit six-year high ahead of winter

Tariffs on Metals, Autos Mire Down U.S.-Mexico Trade Talks

KFC to switch to Coca-Cola beverages in U.S. restaurants for the first time in decades

KFC is switching from PepsiCo to Coca-Cola as its beverage supplier for U.S. restaurants.

Nike's India campus is a long-term growth bet amid turnaround

Nike announced earlier this month that it's expanding into India. The retailer has been broadly struggling, especially in the China market.

Norway's $2 trillion wealth fund was frozen out of major defense companies. That may be about to change

Existing ethical rules mean the fund is not permitted to invest in companies like Lockheed Martin and Boeing.

Besi shares fall on report ASML is working on rival hybrid bonding product

Deutsche Bank prepares crypto custody launch, targets Asia growth

Russia talks up refinery attack as Trump blames Ukraine for expensive fuel

Canadian steelmakers offset some US tariff pain with domestic demand

Tesla’s New Roadster Takes Flight After Nearly a Decade of Delays

Bulgaria seeks NATO anti-drone systems, says defence minister

China Proposes Export Controls on AI Technologies

Blue Origin targets multiple New Glenn launches weekly by end of decade

Key Moments From Kevin Warsh’s IMF Appearance

Republicans turn on Trump’s tariffs in battle for ‘political survival’

US president’s trade war has become an albatross for his party in crucial midterm election races

The 26-Year-Old Russian Defector Who Fed Ukraine His Army’s Battle Plans

Trump says he won't use nuclear weapons or send ground troops to Iran

Trump said he would not use nuclear weapons against Iran or send ground troops as the U.S. reportedly weighs new strike options.

Chinese automakers make tech-led pitch for Europe's premium car market

AI Agents Bring New Headaches to Online Sellers

The Mystery of the Disappearing Airplane Barf Bag

EU will probably have to give new loan to Ukraine, Estonian PM Michal says

AI is coming for every company, Nvidia boss says

Oil Futures Ease But Remain on Track for Weekly Gains

EXCLUSIVE: PetroChina set for record trading profit as war upends market, sources say

G7 economies plan simulated AI attacks on banks as cyber fears rise

Finance ministers agree to hold tabletop drills to prepare against future cyber attacks

Indonesia Stocks Log Worst Day Since 1998 on MSCI Downgrade Warning

China's Tencent says AI agents showed unintended browsing behaviour

Superannuation claim risks 'retirement dignity of millions' as 12 per cent rule faces scrutiny

Taiwan to Curb AI Chip Exports to China as Part of US Trade Deal

Russia takes over more EU companies' assets over Ukraine support

Schneider Electric raises 2026 targets again on booming data centre demand

The data centre IPO debacle that sparked a market meltdown

Decisions by Australian groups Firmus and AirTrunk have added to concerns about the AI borrowing frenzy

Warsh Avoids Signal on October Rate Move

Tesla's new Roadster turns in air with SpaceX thrusters, won't land until 2028

IMF urges Latin America to cut debt, lift productivity while tailwinds last

Ukraine's resumption of strikes on Russian refineries is 'disgrace', Trump says

Anthropic assigned highest junk credit rating in June

Kroll Bond Rating Agency’s judgment sets up AI lab for investment-grade status

US business leaders are waking up to the perils of plutopopulism

Companies wanted a president who would cut taxes and rules, they got one who has blown holes in free trade and global alliances

The secret fight around financial flows

Quicker responses to trade challenges mean companies can free up capital

Fed's Warsh sees US resilience, mum on rate-path view

Earthquake of magnitude 7 strikes Russia's Kamchatka Peninsula, EMSC says

MSCI freezes certain Turkey index changes, warns of potential market downgrade

Fed's Goolsbee on inflation: discouraging, but still some optimism

Fed's Hammack warns inflation expectations deterioration could require Fed response

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Europe Reckons With a World Where Trump Is Now Helping Putin

European shares hit more than two-week high as sturdy earnings lift sentiment

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How Ukraine’s biggest bank is run in a war zone

PrivatBank is a case study in adaptation

A shortage of sulphur could hurt mines and farms everywhere

Another commodity shock from the Iran war

Another warning sign for China’s economy: falling consumer credit

A crackdown on aggressive debt collectors is good news and bad news

How to lose money betting against Europe

In a sovereign-debt crisis, even understanding politics may not be enough

A Nobel prize for how to keep economies on even keel

Two “New Keynesians”, Robert Hall and Michael Woodford, win the highest honour in economics

Don’t feel sorry for millennials. They are living it up now

It is easy to exaggerate their economic woes