The Powerball jackpot has steadily risen over the holidays and is now $760 million ahead of Saturday’s draw — the sixth largest ever, according to the Multi-State Lottery Association. But not all winners will take home the same amount of money. If someone wins the current jackpot, the take-home amount […]
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Investor Michael Farr is back with his top 10 stocks he’s buying for 2024, and the tilt is defensive
Traders work on the floor of the New York Stock Exchange (NYSE) on the first day back since the Christmas holiday on December 26, 2023 in New York City. Spencer Platt | Getty Images News | Getty Images In each of the past 16 Decembers I have selected and invested […]
Investing in Space: A year of coverage in review
The company’s 747 jet “Cosmic Girl” releases a LauncherOne rocket in mid-air for the first time during a drop test in July 2019. Greg Robinson / Virgin Orbit CNBC’s Investing in Space newsletter offers a view into the business of space exploration and privatization, delivered straight to your inbox. CNBC’s Michael […]
Looking for a job in the new year? These steps can help you get hired faster, experts say
Xavier Lorenzo | Moment | Getty Images If you’re looking for a new job, get ready for more competition in the new year. “We see many more job seekers come and use our site in mid- to late-January,” said Scott Dobroski, career trends expert at Indeed. “It aligns to that […]
A ‘significant objection’ to 529 college savings plans will go away Jan. 1. ‘This is a big deal,’ expert says
Up until now, 529 savings plans were widely considered the best way to save for college. But there was always a major sticking point, according to financial experts and plan investors. The funds had to be used for qualified education expenses such as tuition, fees, books and room and board. Even though the […]
Cheddar News sold by Altice USA to media company Archetype
The Cheddar News logo is seen on a smartphone and PC screen. Sopa Images | Lightrocket | Getty Images Cheddar News owner Altice USA announced Thursday it has sold the financial news streaming service to the media company Archetype, which is owned by private equity firm Regent LP. CNBC previously […]
Here’s our third-quarter earnings report card for all 33 stocks in the portfolio
The third quarter was a turning point, yanking us out of an earnings recession that put up three straight quarters of negative growth. Supply chains loosened up, allowing more orders to be fulfilled and converted to sales. And the U.S. economy — at the consumer and corporate levels — proved […]
Self-made millionaire: You don’t have to wait until New Year’s Day to get better with money—3 ways to start now
If you’re thinking about how you can get better with money next year, you’re not alone — especially if you’re a Gen Zer or millennial. A little over 75% of both generational groups are setting finance related goals for next year, according to Fidelity’s 2024 New Year’s Financial Resolutions study […]
There’s still time to reduce your 2023 tax bill with these last-minute moves
Getty Images The year-end is quickly approaching, but there’s still a chance to reduce your 2023 tax bill or boost your refund with some last-minute moves, experts say. Dec. 31 is the deadline for many tax-saving opportunities, which leaves limited time to take action. “It’s a little late to be […]
Boeing urges inspections of 737 Max planes for ‘possible loose bolt’
The Boeing 737 MAX aircraft is displayed at the Farnborough International Airshow, in Farnborough, Britain, July 20, 2022. Peter Cziborra | Reuters Boeing is urging airlines to inspect 737 Max planes to look for a “possible loose bolt” in the rudder control system, the latest quality issue to affect the […]