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With Democrats winning control of the House and Senate, voters signaled their unhappiness with the economy and the surging consumer and fuel prices. NBC’s Brian Cheung joins TODAY on what’s next after the shift in power.
Stocks rebounded after Democrats won key Senate races across the country. The size of the blue wave surprised Wall Street, which was expecting a ripple.
Westchester County ballot tabulators malfunctioned across the county Tuesday, alarming voters and fueling a flurry of conspiracy theories online.
The company said AI-enabled products would be shut off by default for schools, which would also cut off their access to Google Search.
Thanksgiving is just a few weeks away which means grocery stores are serving up major ways to save on your holiday feast. NBC’s Vicky Nguyen joins TODAY with a look at the offerings from Lidl, Target, Amazon, Sam's Club and more.
With affordability top of mind for many families, shoppers are looking for smarter ways to get those holiday gifts this year, including jumping on early holiday deals before the gift-giving season ramps up. NBC's Vicky Nguyen stops byTODAY to share where to find the best prices and when is the best time to buy.
President Donald Trump’s promise to tame inflation has collided with higher costs in states that will determine if Democrats will win control of Congress.
President Donald Trump twice replied “No” when he was asked if the U.S. plans to resume strikes on Iran after the midterms.
Three customers and two workers were burned on their mouths, officials said. The restaurant has since reopened and hasn’t been fined.
Whether you’re looking to escape the cold or embrace the holiday season, travel expert Mark Ellwood joins TODAY to share all the best deals and getaway destinations, including Mystic, Connecticut, Cabo San Lucas, Mexico, Lutsen, Minnesota, and more.
From free pizza on long voting lines to free admission to all national parks for veterans, NBC’s Vicky Nguyen joins TODAY with a roundup of ways to cash in on freebies for the month of November.
Supermarkets across Europe were hit Monday by a new wave of apparent cyberattacks affecting fridges and freezers.
On Election Day, Americans will answer the question of whether they’re better off than they were two years ago when they cast ballots in the midterms.
As investors worry about massive spending on the A.I. buildout paying off, earnings reports drove markets down. NBC News’ Brian Cheung reports on what happened on Wall St. and the hack on crypto exchange Binance.
Meta on Friday reached a settlement with a teen plaintiff, identified in court documents as K.D.B., who claimed the company’s platforms, Instagram and Facebook, were addictive and caused her mental health problems, attorneys for the plaintiff said.
Blake Huston is a third generation carnival operator who has been around the business all his life. But rising gas, labor and insurance costs are all taking a toll on his bottom line and threatening the industry he calls a way of life.
The two largest U.S. oil companies, ExxonMobil and Chevron reported blowout profits as oil prices remain sharply elevated due to the U.S. war with Iran.
A record-setting cyberattack targeting the world’s largest cryptocurrency exchange has rocked the digital assets industry.
Tech stocks plunged, wiping out $1 trillion from Nasdaq 100 index companies.
Wall Street will be looking to bounce back after a very tough day for tech companies on Thursday that saw shares of Amazon, Intel and Google’s parent company Alphabet plummet. It comes as the crypto industry suffered the biggest heist in history with hackers making off with nearly $6 billion in cryptocurrency. NBC’s…
Google's parent company Alphabet lost over $500 billion in market value today. So is the AI bubble about to pop? NBC News' Allie Canal reports on big tech's spending and how AI is impacting the job market.
The company has suspended all deposits and withdrawals while it works with law enforcement to secure its infrastructure and locate stolen funds.
Predictions markets platform Polymarket was forced to halt trading on its international platform for an hour after a vendor was compromised.
Javier Zamora achieved his dream of starting his own family farm and watching his customer base grow, but as the costs of labor, chemicals, and diesel have risen, his profit margins have continued to fall.
Shares of Google parent company Alphabet sank 12.6%, the company’s worst ever single-day drop.
The company has emerged as the most successful stand-alone online delivery platform, commanding some two-thirds of all food delivery volumes in the U.S.
The Federal Reserve has voted to keep interest rates unchanged despite rising inflation. NBC News' Brian Chueng reports on the central bank's final rate decision before the midterm elections.
The Federal Reserve plans to eliminate some meetings devoted to setting interest rates in the next couple of years, Chairman Kevin Warsh said Wednesday.
The soaring costs of gas, diesel and crude oil are a major driver of higher prices across the U.S. economy.
The progressive pundit claims the conservative commentator deliberately distorted his remarks to falsely portray him as a supporter of lynching Black people.
NBC’s Vicky Nguyen joins TODAY to share tools to track down the biggest bargains and make sure you are getting the best price with the holidays approaching. Tips include using Google’s new Universal Cart for price tracking alerts, Upside to earn cashback on gas and more!
At a time when many Americans are feeling the pinch in their wallets, the nation’s largest retailer, Walmart, announced its lowest price yet for their 26-item Thanksgiving meal basket at just $35. Reporting for TODAY, NBC’s Savannah Sellers catches up with the company’s U.S. CEO, David Guggina, to discuss whether the…
The EPA plans to ease regulations aimed at curbing methane leaks, Trump said. The potent greenhouse gas is a major contributor to climate change.
Officials believe there is plenty of time left to tackle inflation, allowing them to avoid making a move so close to an election.
Trump’s combative approach to Canada appears to be softening just days before midterm elections in which tariff-fueled inflation is a primary concern for voters.
From electronics to clothes, NBC News business and economy reporter Allie Canal joins TODAY to break down when to get the biggest savings.
With midterm elections just one week out, rising costs are hitting voters in battleground states across the United States, with the price of diesel fuel going up much quicker than many school districts were prepared to handle, forcing some to alter bus routes and extend wait times. NBC's Ryan Nobles reports for TODAY.
Building the Future is an offshoot of the pro-AI super PAC Leading the Future, arguably the leading super PAC promoting industry interests in the midterm elections.
Artificial intelligence startup Anthropic unveiled its public IPO filing for the first time ahead of what is expected to be one of the largest stock debuts in history. NBC News' Allie Canal reports on the details surrounding Anthropic ahead of its IPO.
Debt might give you anxiety but believe it or not, it can be a good thing if you manage it well. NBC’s chief business correspondent Christine Romans joins TODAY to break down the differences between good and bad debt, list warning signs to lookout for, explain when “buy now, pay later” plans are a good option and…
Artificial intelligence startup Anthropic unveils its first public IPO filing ahead of what is expected to be one of the largest stock debuts in history.
Anthropic has said it “disagree[s] with the claims and intend[s] to defend this case fully.”
At least 220 ads— mostly Republican— generated or enhanced with artificial intelligence have circulated in the leadup to the midterms, at a cost of almost $137 million.
America’s highest-profile cheerleading squad has won a victory of its own: The Dallas Cowboys Cheerleaders have formed a union.
Sen. Susan Collins, who’s in a tough re-election fight, said she secured from the Trump administration tariff exemptions on some agricultural and forestry items.
Etsy announced new restrictions on AI-generated content on its platform, saying it threatens the integrity of sellers’ work and leaves buyers exposed to fraud.
A tanker loaded with diesel fuel set sail Friday from Russia for the United States, the first shipment since President Donald Trump agreed to a deal with Russian President Vladimir Putin to release more fuel into the global market.
There were few, if any, reports of widespread damage by hackers exploiting PHP flaws, experts said, one day after officials warned of severe vulnerabilities.
Customers don’t have “to complete tasks that require significant effort or time, or would typically be performed by a cleaner,” according to the home-sharing app.
The Wall Street giant is committing $500 million to expand its 10,000 Small Businesses program and launch an AI institute, partnering with Google, Meta, OpenAI and Anthropic to bring AI know-how to Main Street. NBC's Christine Romans spoke exclusively with Goldman Sachs CEO David Solomon and with small businesses…
Oil prices climbed to their highest levels since May, while the tech-heavy Nasdaq slid on fears that the capital funding the AI boom might be drying up.
From teens to aging parents, certified financial planner Ted Jenkin joins TODAY with the conversations every family should have at every age. He discusses teaching teens to read a paystub, helping adult children in their 20s and 30s build up their own credit, the documents aging parents should have in place and more.
The Wall Street giant says it’s teaming up with OpenAI, Google, Meta and Anthropic to help small businesses embrace artificial intelligence.
Apple will release the iPhone Duo, its first foldable smartphone, this Friday. NBC News' chief technology analyst Joanna Stern reviews the new iPhone and its hefty price tag.
With the holidays approaching, some companies are looking to fill roles now and there are plenty of roles for part timers who just want a little extra money. NBC’s Vicky Ngyen joins TODAY to share why fall is the time to strike on a new career opportunity, tips to standout with recruiters, and more.
Crucial vulnerabilities in the PHP language is so severe that global authorities have recommended websites temporarily go offline until it can be fixed.
Fake websites, that started as a joke in South Korea, simulate online retailers to offer the satisfaction of buying without actually paying. Now, they're gaining real traction. NBC’s Vicky Nguyen reports for TODAY on why users say the “dopamine sites” are saving them big bucks while scratching that shopping itch.
“Reminder, we are a streaming-first business. That is our core,” co-CEO Ted Sarandos said on the streamer’s third-quarter earnings call.
Musk said he isn’t a member of either special committee or involved in the talks because he’s a conflicted party under securities regulations.
The company found that songs users frequently skipped or ignored consistently overlapped with artificially generated audio.
After hitting recent highs mid-morning, crude oil prices tumbled in the wake of weaker than expected housing data.
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.
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…
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…
“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 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.
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.
Tech stocks shed more than $1 trillion in value Friday, as the price of oil soared to its highest levels in five months.
Elon Musk showed off the new Tesla Roadster prototype Thursday that can briefly launch itself into the air using rocket-inspired thrusters.
The two major candidates vying for an Alaska Senate seat squared off Thursday night over issues ranging from the war with Iran to controversies during the Democratic nominee’s time in Congress in a debate that at times flared into personal attacks.
Two inflation reports this week set the stage for a rate hike potentially sooner than previously expected.
Consumers already face a host of stressors. If AI spending and tech stocks show signs of sustained decline, U.S. economic growth could be at risk.
Various efforts by the Trump administration to bring down prices have failed to make a meaningful dent in rising costs.
Google dropped its brand new "When to Buy Guide" Thursday morning with advice on how and where to shop all the best deals between now and the new year. NBC's Vicky Nguyen shares an exclusive first look on TODAY to break it all down and help you create the perfect holiday shopping strategy.
Inflation jumped to 3.7%, driven by gas and diesel prices triggered by the U.S. war with Iran. NBC’s Christine Romans joins TODAY to break down which categories will see price increases and what’s behind the spike in costs.
The administration has repeatedly sought to crack down on information leaks to the media.
The platform remains one of the titans of streaming, but it has struggled to boost user engagement.
Individual retirement benefits will climb an average of about $75 per month, according to an advocacy group.
LinkedIn's Editor-in-Chief Dan Roth joins the 3rd Hour of TODAY to reveal the company's list of the top startups of 2026, spotlighting 50 young companies on the rise across the country. See the top five!
The option to live out your golden years with friends in group homes is rising in popularity, especially among women. A recent survey found that 57% of women over the age of 50 would consider living with a friend. But, what is causing this uptick in the "Golden Girls" roommate trend? NBC's Vicky Nguyen met with three…
It’s the final CPI report before November’s midterm elections. Consumers and business owners have said they will be voting with the cost of living in mind.
In his first-ever broadcast interview, Chick-fil-A CEO Andrew Cathy sits down with TODAY’s Craig Melvin for a wide-ranging interview in which he discusses portion sizes, prices, why he intertwines faith and business, the importance of the chain remaining family-owned, global expansion, political controversies and…
The family-owned company reported nearly $24 billion in sales last year and recently expanded to Singapore and the United Kingdom.
The final CPI report before the midterms is expected to reflect soaring energy costs compounded by higher airfares, pricier iPhones and rising car prices.
The fine is the third-highest penalty ever issued by the Treasury Department, which found that the bank failed to report billions in suspicious transactions.
Artificial intelligence research company Anthropic says one of its models generated a bogus tip about an unsolved murder and submitted it to Philadelphia police.
“Absolutely stunning price spikes in wholesale diesel today,” a top energy analyst said.
For people looking for love online, a match with a scammer could cost them their life savings.
Oil and gas prices rose Monday after an “energy ceasefire” announced by President Donald Trump on Sunday failed to gain traction.
The coffee giant had reportedly hired advisers to work on a Chipotle takeover proposal.
This Halloween, rising prices for groceries and gas are pushing many consumers to cut back. But they’re not giving up Halloween candy.
President Donald Trump said Russian President Vladimir Putin would “immediately” release hundreds of thousands of tons of diesel fuel onto the global market.
Elon Musk’s plan for SpaceX to become a major mobile carrier sent shares of AT&T, Verizon and T-Mobile plunging and wiped out over $50 billion before lunch.
President Donald Trump established a committee to investigate Fed governor Lisa Cook, in his latest attempt to fire her.
With the holiday season looming, the most wonderful time of the year can quickly become the most expensive and stressful time of the year. Finance expert and author Jean Chatzky joins TODAY with ways to save on gifts, travel, and more.
Those on the front lines of feeding their neighbors in rural West Virginia say they face unprecedented challenges brought on by Washington.
‘Musk,’ the new film from Alex Gibney, features interviews with more than the usual critics of the Tesla and SpaceX CEO.
President Donald Trump joined Michael Kratsios to award the Medal of Science to Elon Musk, Jensen Huang, Lisa Su and Sergey Brin amid announcements about new science funding.
Americans have spent an estimated $80 billion more in gas since the Iran war started. According to an NBC News analysis, drivers who fill up twice a month paid anywhere from $20 to $300 more for gas.
Are gas prices declining? NBC News is tracking national, state and county prices at the pump.