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Tim Scott hopes Fed Chair Powell investigation 'goes away' to clear Kevin Warsh confirmation
President Donald Trump nominated Kevin Warsh to succeed Jerome Powell as Fed chair, but the process has been blocked amid a federal investigation into Powell.
IEA agrees to release record 400 million barrels of oil to address Iran war supply disruption
The move comes as the Iran war continues to choke off traffic through the strategically vital Strait of Hormuz.
Inflation has broken the steady 60/40 portfolio. Bank of America gives other ways to diversify
The bank recommends adding exposure to emerging markets and international small-cap plays.
Investor ban on buying homes stalls housing affordability bill
A bill to increase housing supply and decrease costs is set to sail through the Senate on Thursday, but House leaders foresee further negotiations.
Who is Markwayne Mullin? Trump ally will bring conservative immigration policies to DHS
Republicans are optimistic about Markwayne Mullin taking over the reins at DHS, while Democrats warn his tenure will be more of the same after Kristi Noem.
We're buying the recent drop in a recession-resistant stock that started the year hot
After sitting on our hands Tuesday and awaiting further developments in the Iran war, we are putting some money to work
Here's the inflation breakdown for February 2026 — in one chart
The consumer price index was rose 2.4% in February 2026, above policymakers' target, economists said. War in Iran complicates the picture.
Epstein files: Senators seek probe of DOJ over release, redaction of sex offender's documents
The Department of Justice has come under fire for its handling of documents related to disgraced sex offender Jeffrey Epstein.
How Strait of Hormuz closure can become tipping point for global economy
A Strait of Hormuz closure due to U.S.-Iran war hit the oil market hard, but sectors reliant on shipping across economy from metals to farming are vulnerable.
Three cargo ships struck off Iran's coast, UK says, including one in Strait of Hormuz
The incidents mark the latest in a string of reported attacks in or near to the Strait of Hormuz, where shipping traffic has virtually ground to a halt.
One global strategist sees a market correction resulting from Iran war fallout. Where to hide
A variety of risks in an equity market near all-time highs make it difficult to decide where to go.
Planning a trip to Europe? Top 5 travel insurance policies to consider
Here are CNBC Select's top picks for travel insurance that can protect the money you've spent on flights, hotels and other non-refundable expenses.
Consumer prices rose 2.4% annually in February, as expected
The consumer price index in February was expected to show a 2.4% increase from a year ago, according to the Dow Jones consensus.
Five things to know about Iran's new supreme leader, Mojtaba Khamenei
"The Iranians are showing defiance by choosing the son of Khamenei," a former diplomat told CNBC.
Black women were disproportionately impacted by DOGE cuts. A year later, they're rebuilding careers for themselves and each other
Black women make up 12% of the federal workforce and experienced the largest federal employment losses between 2024 and 2025.
JPMorgan Chase reins in lending to private credit firms after marking down software loans
JPMorgan's move shows that the biggest U.S. bank by assets wants to get ahead of potential turbulence involving private credit loans to software companies.
Rheinmetall sees sales growth of up to 45% in 2026, says it's in 'prime position' to arm the U.S. amid war in Iran
Arms maker Rheinmetall reported full-year sales that grew 29% year-over-year and said revenue would grow by even more this year.
Where the auto supply chain is most threatened by the Iran war
Oil prices above $100 per barrel, rising fuel costs for consumers and shortages of metals and petrochemicals refined in the Gulf region could hurt automakers.
India-China reset? Relaxed rules allow Beijing to invest in India after about six years of friction
The Indian cabinet has approved changes to its foreign direct investment policy, allowing investments from "Land Bordering Countries."
CNBC's The China Connection newsletter: Beijing can't afford another crackdown on its tech companies
China's latest policy meetings underscored the importance of domestic tech innovation to national growth.
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