Federal Reserve is likely to hold interest rates steady in October. Here's what that means for consumers
The Federal Reserve is expected to keep its overnight rate unchanged at the conclusion of its October meeting this week.
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Microsoft offers voluntary buyouts to 60,000 employees as AI leads to efficiency push
Microsoft is trying to balance a rapid AI infrastructure build-out with capital efficiency.
Investors are doing just as well this year by shunning AI. How to invest if the tech trade keeps fizzling
An S&P 500 index without AI stocks is beating the traditional index. These sectors and stocks could be winners if the AI trade keeps fraying.
Trump DOJ unlawfully fired Epstein prosecutor Maurene Comey, judge rules
The judge ordered that Comey, the daughter of ex-FBI director James Comey, be retroactively reinstated to her job as an assistant United States attorney.
Alaska Senate: Peltola seeks quick dismissal of DOJ election lawsuit before midterm
The winner of the Alaska Senate election could determine whether Republicans or Democrats have a majority in the Senate in the next Congress.
Caregiving for adult relatives can cost thousands. AARP survey finds support could matter to midterm voters
New polling suggests proposals to support family adult caregivers could influence voters in competitive congressional races.
Ukraine disputes Elon Musk’s claim that its military violated Starlink terms during drone operations
Ukraine challenged Musk’s claim that its military violated Starlink terms, arguing that commercial Starlink limits prevented medium- and long-range strike use.
Audi defends plans for a $4 billion Georgia plant amid VW restructuring, tariffs
Audi's CEO defended the company's plans for a $4 billion plant in Georgia, calling it a business decision to grow sales and reduce exposure to U.S. tariffs.
In pictures: Initially peaceful protests across France over inequality again descend into violence
Protests over inequality and living costs drew an estimated 410,000 people across France, with clashes in several cities for a second straight weekend.
I paid off $11,000 of credit card debt in 18 months while still traveling, shopping and living my life
I racked up over $11,000 in credit card debt traveling, shopping and dining out. Here's how I paid it all off in under two years.
Saudi Arabia says it intercepted missiles and drones from Iran-backed Houthis
Saudi Arabia says it intercepted Houthi missiles and drones, while the Houthis claimed attacks on airports and energy sites amid rising regional supply risks.
What Democrats and Republicans fear most about each other: CNBC survey has the answers
The economy is still a key issue in the 2026 election, but voters are concerned about Trump testing the bounds of the office and Democratic Socialist polices.