Wealth inequality and the 'K-shaped' economy are more striking than ever, data shows
The gap between the best and worse off Americans is growing — and economists don't see an end in sight.The...
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New cars are increasingly becoming a luxury amid K-shaped economy concerns
A General Motors Co. Chevrolet Blazer electric vehicle at a dealership in Colma, California, Jan. 23, 2026.David Paul Morris |...
CNBC's Inside India newsletter: EU edges out U.S. in getting India to slash auto tariffs, but can European carmakers win big?
This report is from this week's CNBC's "Inside India" newsletter which brings you timely, insightful news and market commentary on...
Gold jumps over 3% to fresh highs as Asia stock markets trade mixed after U.S. Fed holds rates
An aerial view of Singapore's skyline.Tong Thi Viet Phuong | Moment | Getty ImagesSpot gold prices rose to a fresh...
Wall Street braced for a private credit meltdown. The risk of one is rising
The sudden collapse last fall of a string of American companies backed by private credit has thrust a fast-growing and...
Asia-Pacific markets mostly slip as investors assess Greenland developments, await key China data
People celebrate the New Year at a ceremony at the Juyongguan Great Wall section, also known as Juyong Pass, in...
Global week ahead: Hopes that cooler heads can prevail in Davos
World Economic Forum security badgesLeonie Kidd | CNBCDavos SeasonI have been going to the World Economic Forum since 2009, when...
Unshaken: Why Brazilian stocks have looked past the Venezuela attack
While the U.S. military operation in Venezuela has spurred concerns around the world over international law violations, global financial markets...
UK economy surprises with stronger-than-expected 0.3% growth in November
Restaurants and pubs on James Street in London, UK, on Friday, Dec. 13, 2024. Bloomberg | Bloomberg | Getty ImagesThe U.K....
S&P 500, Dow climb to closing records as traders look past Fed independence risk: Live updates
Traders work on the floor at the New York Stock Exchange in New York City, U.S., Dec. 15, 2025. Brendan...
Venezuela bonds are the hottest trade on Wall Street this week. But there are big risks from here
Demonstrators hold a large Venezuelan flag outside the National Assembly, on the day Vice President Delcy Rodriguez was formally sworn...
South Korea's Kospi hits record high as region trades mixed at the start of 2026
People celebrate the New Year at the Bank of China building in Central in Hong Kong, China, January 1, 2026....
Asia-Pacific markets fall in year-end trade; investors parse China manufacturing data
Lujiazui Business Districk in Pudong, Shanghai, China.Liqun Liu | Construction Photography | Hulton Archive | Getty ImagesAsia-Pacific markets fell on...
How the the midterm elections could bring volatility to a stock market that's riding high into 2026
Wall Street is mostly bullish on the market's performance for next year, but the midterm elections could throw a wrench...
Home prices are getting slightly more affordable, but down payments are still holding buyers back
A "For Sale" sign outside a house in the Capitol Hill neighborhood of Washington, DC, US, on Tuesday, Aug. 12,...
Asia markets mixed in Christmas Eve trading; gold crosses $4,500 for the first time
SHANGHAI, CHINA - The German Christmas Market is lit up at the Bund Central Square near Nanjing Road Pedestrian street...
Emerging markets had a bumper year — here’s what could be in store in 2026
Emerging markets are poised to end 2025 on a high, as a flurry of positive momentum propelled their stock indexes...
Tanger CEO says retailers are 'discounting to meet the consumer' this holiday season
U.S. shoppers are willing to spend this holiday season — despite falling consumer confidence and anxiety over prices — but...
Here's how AI could influence the Fed's economic outlook
Members of the Federal Reserve rate-setting committee say they are factoring increased labor productivity into their economic forecasts as artificial...
Wall Street heads into the new week with a year-end rally in doubt
Christmas is around the corner, but Wall Street isn't feeling the holiday spirit heading into the week ahead. The S...
