Netflix posts higher Q3 profit but revenue growth worries pull shares lower
Netflix, which announced layoff plans last week, posted a third-quarter profit above Wall Street’s expectations
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Audit regulator looking into Manchester City accounting
No formal investigation has started, but the regulator is making inquiries into the case.
Instacart settles federal claims of discrimination against US-born job seekers
The federal government has reached a $5 million settlement with Instacart for allegedly discriminating against U.S.-born workers in its hiring practices
United Airlines slashes 2026 profit outlook on fuel prices, but travelers keep booking despite higher fares
United Airlines cut its profit outlook for the year as fuel prices continued to climb.
OpenAI CEO Sam Altman wins dismissal of sister's lawsuit
A US district judge dismissed the case after Ann Altman had refused to attend an independent medical examination.
Trump sued over Canadian tariffs in latest legal challenge
The lawsuit argues the White House exceeded its authority in imposing the latest tariffs on the country and caused "immediate harm to American businesses".
Earn up to $4,300 in travel with the latest Capital One Venture X Business card offer
This Capital One Venture X Business card welcome bonus is more valuable than any previous offer for this card.
We're booking big profits in an AI stock and trimming a credit-exposed bank
We making two trades Tuesday afternoon.
Mike Bloomberg spent $80M to boost Democrats in midterms: NYT
Democrats are hopeful that they will regain majority control of the House of Representatives and the Senate in November's elections.
Spotify says it removed 50 million ‘slop’ and spam AI tracks this year
Spotify removed more than 50 million tracks created by AI so far this year, as it works to keep AI-generated music from crowding out human artists.
Amazon to hire 300,000 workers for seasonal jobs this year
The online retailer plans to sharply boost its hiring for the holiday season this year. Here's what kind of positions they're looking to fill and how much they pay.
The healthcare sector is getting a safe haven boost. This one stock is headed for a long-term breakout
The healthcare sector has been one of the hottest areas over the last three months.
At least $963K in trading cards were stolen from a FedEx truck in California
Police in California are investigating the theft of trading cards worth at least $963,000 from a FedEx truck
Traders are betting Netflix's stock drama may be coming to an end
Current options prices are implying a 9% post-earnings move for Netflix, which is the highest since its Q3 2022 report, when it was priced for an 11% move.
Stocks try for back-to-back gains — plus, Qnity gets iPhone business from Apple
Every weekday, the Investing Club releases the Homestretch; an actionable afternoon update just in time for the last hour of trading.
UK government to make Jackdaw gas field announcement
The long-awaited decision about the controversial North Sea field is expected on Wednesday morning.
If Elon Musk gifts SpaceX stock through Trump Accounts, it will come with a catch
Elon Musk's planned SpaceX stock donation could come with strings attached if he uses Trump Accounts. New Treasury rules limit when shares can be sold.
Trucker protest leaves supermarket shelves and gas pumps empty in southern Italy
Supermarkets and gas stations in Naples are facing shortages due to week-long protests by truck drivers against high gasoline costs
Ahead of massive IPOs, AI companies are sketching plans to share their wealth
As they steam toward massive public offerings on Wall Street, the companies at the forefront of artificial intelligence have begun sketching plans to share their wealth with the public
Union attacks NatWest plans to get workers back to the office
The bank says workers will be required to attend the office at least two days a week from February.
Walmart introduces discounted joint membership with Sam's Club
Amid stubbornly high inflation, the retailer is offering a combined Walmart+ and Sam's Club Plus membership for $120 a year.
Oil prices whipsaw as markets weigh Middle East turmoil against uncertain demand
Oil prices seesawed up and down Tuesday, as energy markets weighed fresh Middle East turmoil against weaker-than-expected economic data.
How concerned should Trump be over economic woes?
President Trump has faced backlash along the midterms campaign trail over his handling of the economy. Kelly O'Grady breaks it down.
Google Cloud outage hits UK banks
Online services for a number of U.K. banks in and around London are being disrupted by a Google Cloud outage
US futures dip as AI sell-off returns and oil prices rise sharply
U.S. futures are mostly lower as artificial-intelligence-related stocks are under pressure again and oil prices rise while fighting continues in the Middle East
Trump announces $8 billion in diesel relief for U.S. farmers
The USDA said farmers don't need crop insurance to qualify and can prepare to apply by creating a Login.gov account.
Online Returns Get Tougher: What You Can Do About It
Returning online purchases has become more expensive and more difficult so NBC's Vicky Nguyen joins TODAY to break down everything you need to know before you shop as businesses rein in their return policies. Tips include employing the "BORIS" method by buying online and returning in-store.
Paddy Power cuts 1,400 jobs and blames betting tax rises
The government increased taxes on online casino and sports betting in last year's Budget.
Carnival Cruise Lines Introduces Unpopular Dynamic Pricing Model
If you’re thinking about taking a cruise, it could cost you more because at least one major cruise line is ready to introduce dynamic pricing, the practice of changing prices in response to real time demand and competition — and it comes just ahead of the holiday season. NBC’s Brian Cheung reports for TODAY on…
£30 rise in payments for crisis-hit households
More money is made available through a resilience fund for hard-pressed households in Sheffield.
Are You Smarter Than a High Schooler? | Money Moves with Jill Schlesinger
Could you pass the AP Business with Personal Finance Exam? In this episode, Jill, Mark, and special guest AJ Ayers put their financial knowledge to the test with sample exam questions to find out. Plus, how many bank accounts do you need? Let's break it down.
What if an AI bubble bursts — and that accelerates AI job losses?
Research on past recessions suggests downturns can accelerate automation. That raises the specter of a double whammy for workers.
Russian aerial blitz kills 7 in Ukraine as Zelenskyy meets US and European officials in Norway
Officials say Russia has launched another missile and drone attack on Ukraine and that at least seven people have been killed
Why these 5 everyday items fluctuate in price at the grocery store
Here's what's behind the fluctuating costs of everyday grocery items such as ground beef, eggs and chocolate chip cookies.
Google resolves cloud outage affecting UK banks and websites
Revolut was one of the hardest hit, with banking services going down for many customers.
Should you trust personal AI agents? What security experts say.
The more access you give personal AI agents, the more capable they can be. But should you trust them?
Top business leaders sound the alarm over skilled worker shortage
From the people who keep us safe on the roads to those who wire our homes and are building the infrastructure powering the AI boom, America needs skilled workers. But a new report finds that the nation isn’t doing enough to keep up with demand. NBC’s Christine Romans sits down exclusively with BlackRock’s Larry Fink…
California billionaire tax could backfire, Stanford study says
A new analysis from Stanford economists cautions that enacting a billionaire tax could have unintended consequences.
CNN’s Christiane Amanpour to leave network after 43 years
“I’m very sorry to see her go, but I’ve come to accept that this is the right time for her, both personally and professionally,” CNN chief executive Mark Thompson said.
Elon Musk and Anthropic make promises to give the public a piece of the AI pie
Elon Musk and officials at AI giant Anthropic are pledging to give coveted shares in their companies to the general public as concerns about AI’s economic and societal impact continue to pile up.
Elon Musk pledges to give a SpaceX share to every U.S. child
The SpaceX CEO wrote on social media on Monday that the gift "will be the first of many."
Neighboring Gas Stations Compete to Offer Lowest Prices
NBC’s Hallie Jackson runs through the Highs and Lows of the week on Sunday TODAY including the neighboring gas stations that went head-to-head to offer low prices in Georgia, the dad who took his daughters to see Olivia Rodrigo and rocked out even more than they did and more.
Norway faces public dilemma over divesting from companies involved with war in Gaza
Norway has the world's largest sovereign wealth fund, but it's facing a self-imposed dilemma. Should the fund's investments include companies that contribute to the ongoing Israel-Hamas war?
What this bankruptcy says about AI startups
Character.AI collected millions of users, making it a very appealing acquisition. Google took a unique route to "acquiring" it, hiring away its founders and licensing its technology. Now Character.AI is filing for bankruptcy. Here's what to know.
Despite bad inflation report, Trump says economy is doing fine
The latest tough inflation report reinforces the challenge for President Trump and GOP candidates ahead into the midterm elections.
The Chicago Fed President answers questions on inflation numbers
NPR's Scott Detrow speaks with Austan Goolsbee, president of the Federal Reserve Bank of Chicago, about the inflation data that was released on Wednesday.
Inflation sizzled in September — and Social Security benefits will get a boost
Consumer prices in September jumped 3.7% from a year ago. The Social Security Administration said benefits will increase next year to help keep pace with the rising cost of living.
Older Americans are struggling with food affordability
High food prices are pushing some older adults to make difficult budget decisions when it comes to what's available to eat. That can mean scaling back on produce in favor of cheaper, processed foods and relying more on food pantries
Stocks Sink in Broad AI Rout Sparked by China's DeepSeek
U.S. stocks were mostly lower, with the Nasdaq leading declines as makers of AI infrastructure suffered steep falls, many in the double digits. Nvidia was down 16%.
Comex Gold, Silver Settle Lower
Gold settled 1.4% lower, down two of the past three sessions, and silver fell 2.5%, down three of the past four sessions.
DeepSeek Won't Sink U.S. AI Titans
Panic fueling the selloff of Nvidia, Broadcom and other tech giants is overblown.
Financial Services Roundup: Market Talk
Gain insight on Experian, SoFi Technologies and more in the latest Market Talks covering Financial Services.
Arabica Coffee Prices Hit Record on U.S., Colombia Tariff Spat
Arabica coffee prices hit a record level, as traders digested the withdrawal of President Trump’s threats to impose tariffs and economic sanctions on Colombia.
Swiss franc, Japanese yen Rise as DeepSeek News Boosts Safe Havens
The Yen and Swiss Franc were stronger against the dollar as investors sought safe havens after Chinese start-up DeepSeek’s new AI model hit U.S. tech stocks.
Natural Gas Falls on Shifting Weather Forecasts
U.S. natural gas futures fell after weekend updates took some of the chill out of early February weather forecasts.
Building-Products Distributor QXO Launches Hostile Bid for Beacon
QXO is taking its offer directly to shareholders after being rebuffed on several occasions.