Crude Prices Soar as Global Oil Supplies Continue to Tighten
October WTI crude oil (CLV26) is up +3.30 (+3.25%) on Monday, and October RBOB gasoline (RBV26) is up +0.1164 (+3.51%).
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Senate cloture vote on Clarity Act fails, dealing regulatory blow to crypto industry
The Senate on Tuesday voted to block the Clarity Act from advancing, dealing a major blow to the crypto industry's push for a comprehensive market structure framework.
Two camps have emerged in the debate over AI safety and regulation
The artificial intelligence safety debate triggered by a dire warning about the fate of humanity has united longtime enemies and opposing political foes across Washington and Silicon Valley.
Iran war has cost on average $246 million per day in its first five months, CBO finds
The U.S. war with Iran cost the Pentagon an estimated $38.1 billion through Aug. 1 and could cost another $2 billion to $3 billion for each additional month of fighting, according to a report released Tuesday by the non…
Nvidia and Anthropic CEOs diverge on AI safety at Dreamforce: Huang says fast vs. pacing is 'false choice'
Anthropic CEO Dario Amodei and Nvidia CEO Jensen Huang shared differing views on artificial intelligence safety during Salesforce's Dreamforce conference, days after the debate burst into the mainstream.
Americans' incomes rose and poverty fell in 2025, Census Bureau says
Americans' inflation-adjusted incomes rose and poverty declined in 2025, according to new Census Bureau data released Tuesday, as the Federal Reserve meets to decide whether inflation still requires higher interest rate…
OpenAI CFO Sarah Friar emphasizes 'need to take safety seriously' on AI risks
OpenAI CFO Sarah Friar told CNBC's Jim Cramer that she is not worried about the possibility of AI agents using weapons of mass destruction to kill, but said, "We do need to take safety seriously."
OpenAI, Google, Anthropic discussing collaboration on AI safety issues
OpenAI has been engaging with other artificial intelligence companies, including Anthropic and Google, about how they can work together to address safety concerns, a spokesperson confirmed to CNBC on Tuesday.
Beyond AI: Real-Economy Corporate Events Investors Should Watch Through Month-End
If you think you have a great business idea that needs to be shared with the world, you’re in good company. Data from the U.S. Census Bureau shows that over 5 million new business applications have been filed every year…
Trump calls Supreme Court mail ballot ruling 'big loss for Republicans'
President Donald Trump on Tuesday blasted the Supreme Court for blocking a new controversial U.S. Postal Service rule on mail-in ballots from being used for the upcoming midterm elections after critics warned it would m…
Nike co-founder Phil Knight to donate $1.1 billion to Oregon medical center
Nike co-founder Phil Knight and his wife, Penny, will donate $1.1 billion to Providence St. Vincent Medical Center in Oregon and its Providence Heart Institute, according to a press release published Tuesday.
Treasury Secretary Bessent defends Trump economic record in contentious hearing
A contentious hearing is underway as Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent appears before the House Financial Services Committee for his annual testimony. Bessent on Tuesday initially struggled to get a word in as protesters…
Is the shingles vaccine the secret to living longer and delaying dementia? Here’s what the science says.
There is emerging evidence that the live herpes zoster (shingles) vaccine might protect against dementia. However, the existing data are limited and refer only to the live vaccine, which is now discontinued in the Unite…
Zakharova: Lavrov's participation in the G20 foreign ministers' meeting is being discussed
Russian Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov’s participation in the meeting of G20 foreign ministers is currently being worked out. This was stated by Russian Foreign Ministry Spokesperson Maria Zakharova at a briefing, accor…
The 10 most overvalued housing markets in America
The housing market has undergone dramatic changes over the last few years, and things are shifting again. It’s no longer the “extreme seller’s market,” according to Yawar Charlie, the director of estates at Christie's I…
No one and done: The Fed will hike at least two times over the next year, according to CNBC survey
A majority of respondents to the CNBC Fed Survey now forecast at least two rate hikes over the next one year, with a third predicting three or more. It's a stark change from last month when just 46% expected a hike ahea…
Upcoming Dividend Run For HNDAF?
This morning a "Potential Dividend Run Alert" went out for Honda Motor CO Ltd (OTC: HNDAF), at our DividendChannel.com Dividend Alerts service (a free email alerts feature). Let's look at the situation in greater detail…
Upcoming Dividend Run For SFTBF?
This morning a "Potential Dividend Run Alert" went out for Softbank (OTC: SFTBF), at our DividendChannel.com Dividend Alerts service (a free email alerts feature). Let's look at the situation in greater detail, shall we?
How a Costco partner's bankruptcy could benefit its biggest rival
The holiday shopping season is almost upon us, and California consumers might be surprised to see that some of their favorite brick-and-mortar stores have disappeared since they last checked off gifts on Santa's list.
5.6% Dividends. 31 Straight Hikes. A 16% "Discount" (Thank the Trade War)
One of our favorite pipeline plays--Enbridge (ENB)--has taken a tumble. It's set up a sweet buying opportunity.
Will AI really destroy humanity? Pioneers who created the tech weigh in
As researchers warn that AI could pose catastrophic risks, some of the pioneers who helped develop the technology are weighing in with additional warnings on the dangers of unfettered advances in capability.
Trump’s opposition to AI rules undercuts industry's calls for a slowdown
After the leaders of Anthropic, OpenAI and other artificial intelligence companies spent the weekend warning of the dangers of advanced AI and calling for a slowdown in model development, President Donald Trump filled u…
Are Options Traders Betting on a Big Move in Business First Stock?
Investors need to pay close attention to BFST stock based on the movements in the options market lately.
Oracle’s Fundamentals Remain Strong — So Why Is the Stock Turning Lower?
Oracle stock is trading at a genuine crossroads. After its worst week in nearly two months, shares closed at $150.28, a sharp reversal from an open near $164.43 and a session high of $166. That single candle captures a …