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.
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U.S. Starlink curbs embolden Russia to intensify attacks on Ukraine, minister tells CNBC
Ukraine is seeking winter energy and air-defense support as Russian strikes intensify and Starlink limits disrupt military operations.
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.
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.
Russia returns to G20 table in Bangkok on U.S. invitation that angers Europe
Russia’s return to the G20 table has tested how far Washington’s outreach to Moscow will strain ties with European allies.
People in China are spending nearly as much of their income as Americans on healthcare
Increasing government spending on healthcare could help boost consumption in China, the International Monetary Fund said.
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.
Harvard’s endowment jumps 27% in fiscal 2026, lifted by SpaceX as top holding
The latest 12-month period marked the strongest return for the university's fund since 2021.
Tesla unveils long-delayed Roadster, showing off its flying-car ambitions
Elon Musk first debuted the Roadster refresh concept in 2017 but Tesla has since missed every targeted delivery date.
The problem with 'good debt': Why borrowers should think twice about the label
Mortgages and student loans are often called "good debt." Experts say that label can hide the real question: Can you actually afford the risk?
U.S. reportedly considers use of 'mother of all bombs' as Iran vows to fight on
The U.S. military has reportedly drawn up options for strikes on Iran that include the potential use of one of the biggest non-nuclear bombs in its arsenal.
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.