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Alibaba shares jump as new AI chip, data center buildout plans unveiled

https://www.cnbc.com/2026/09/22/alibaba-ai-alibabacloud-zhenwu-v900-.html

Published: September 22, 2026 05:15

Alibaba shares jumped 3% in Hong Kong on Tuesday as the tech giant unveiled a new AI chip and plans to sharply expand its global data center capacity

U.S. strikes Greenland deal for 'permanent control over security,' will send forces to Danish dog-sled outpost and reopen Cold War base: report

https://www.cnbc.com/2026/09/22/trump-greenland-security-deal-military-bases-.html

Published: September 22, 2026 05:00

Trump said the agreement with Greenland and Denmark would give the U.S. "permanent control over security" in the Danish island territory.

Oil rises amid worries of growing Iran-U.S. tensions after Bessent issues Iranian airline shutdown warning

https://www.cnbc.com/2026/09/22/oil-iran-us-bessent-un-crude.html

Published: September 22, 2026 04:22

Oil rose Tuesday, amid concerns of growing Iran-U.S. tensions. after U.S. Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent told CNBC that all Iranian airlines will be shut down from Wednesday.

Investors rush into India’s National Stock Exchange IPO at valuation multiple above Nasdaq

https://www.cnbc.com/2026/09/22/india-nse-ipo-billion-nasdaq.html

Published: September 22, 2026 04:00

The $2.3 billion NSE IPO, India's largest public share sale issue so far this year, has drawn strong interest from investors, with bids of more than $10 billion.

Taiwan benchmark Taiex rises to record intraday high as tech stocks advance

https://www.cnbc.com/2026/09/22/taiwans-taiex-hits-record-intraday-high-as-tech-stocks-advance.html

Published: September 22, 2026 03:33

Taiwan's benchmark Taiex rose to a record intraday high Tuesday, driven by gains in the tech sector, following an AI-driven rally on Wall Street.

Here's who we know is going to the Trump-Xi dinner so far

https://www.cnbc.com/2026/09/22/heres-who-we-know-is-going-to-the-trump-xi-dinner-so-far.html

Published: September 22, 2026 02:41

Very little is known about which Chinese business executives, if any, are expected to attend.

Tesla makes a move on Southeast Asia's largest EV market. A homegrown giant awaits

https://www.cnbc.com/2026/09/22/tesla-vinfast-ev-vietnam.html

Published: September 22, 2026 02:22

Tesla recently set up a subsidiary in Vietnam, taking a step toward a potential entry into a fast-growing EV market dominated by homegrown rival VinFast.

All Iranian airlines to be 'shut down' from Wednesday, Bessent tells CNBC

https://www.cnbc.com/2026/09/22/us-iran-war-trump-hormuz.html

Published: September 22, 2026 01:51

The Treasury Secretary said that Washington was pressuring Iran "like never before"

Jamie Dimon says hyperscaler AI spending could hit $1 trillion next year

https://www.cnbc.com/2026/09/21/jamie-dimon-jpm-jpmorgan-indiaconference.html

Published: September 22, 2026 01:30

JPMorgan CEO Jamie Dimon says AI spending across the hyperscaler ecosystem could reach $1 trillion next year as investment continues to surge.

CNBC's The China Connection newsletter: Five things to watch for the Trump-Xi summit

https://www.cnbc.com/2026/09/22/cnbcs-the-china-connection-newsletter-watch-this-at-trump-xi-summit.html

Published: September 21, 2026 23:18

Many in China sound far more optimistic than those in the U.S. about the bilateral relationship, ahead of a highly anticipated summit this week.

Texas Gov. Abbott orders data center permit halt weeks after issuing moratorium

https://www.cnbc.com/2026/09/21/texas-governor-abbott-ai-data-center-permits.html

Published: September 21, 2026 22:46

Data centers have been a flash point in the 2026 midterm elections, including Abbott's bid for reelection against Democratic state Rep. Gina Hinojosa.

Stocks had a great day on the surface. But something alarming occurred not seen since 1999

https://www.cnbc.com/2026/09/21/stocks-had-a-great-day-on-the-surface-but-something-alarming-occurred-not-seen-since-1999.html

Published: September 21, 2026 21:20

The market just posted major gains, but the latest performance is not as strong as it may seem.

Much of Trump’s promised midterm election spending has yet to surface, new filing shows

https://www.cnbc.com/2026/09/21/trump-maga-midterm-spending-war-chest.html

Published: September 21, 2026 20:34

MAGA Inc. entered September with $415.8 million as much of Trump’s promised midterm spending had yet to surface publicly.

OpenAI proposes development of global AI standards to guide alignment, RSI

https://www.cnbc.com/2026/09/21/open-ai-alignment-rsi.html

Published: September 21, 2026 20:22

Jacob Coxon's post nearly two weeks ago that Anthropic and OpenAI were "gambling with our lives" set off a global debate about AI safety.

Investors discover their new favorite consumer AI play in Meta. Options volume is surging

https://www.cnbc.com/2026/09/21/meta-investors-discover-new-ai-play.html

Published: September 21, 2026 20:13

Shares of the social media giant surged 12% Monday.

Retailer Revolve announces partnership with Donatella Versace

https://www.cnbc.com/2026/09/21/revolve-partnership-donatella-versace.html

Published: September 21, 2026 19:44

REVOLVE's partnership with Donatella Versace is the retailer's latest bid to create for young consumers.

Meta's Muse personal AI agent tops ChatGPT, Grok and Claude for post-launch downloads

https://www.cnbc.com/2026/09/21/meta-muse-personal-ai-agent-downloads.html

Published: September 21, 2026 19:14

Meta's Muse AI personal agent tool had 730,000 downloads over the roughly five days after its launch.

Intel surges 12% as CPU stocks rally. Here's what's driving the move

https://www.cnbc.com/2026/09/21/intel-surges-12percent-as-cpu-stocks-rally-heres-whats-driving-the-move.html

Published: September 21, 2026 19:11

Every weekday, the Investing Club releases the Homestretch, an actionable afternoon update just in time for the last hour of trading.

Eli Lilly CEO says 700,000 new seniors have started GLP-1s after Medicare coverage, and 70% are on Lilly drugs

https://www.cnbc.com/2026/09/21/eli-lilly-ceo-david-ricks-glp-1s-medicare-coverage.html

Published: September 21, 2026 18:28

They're the latest metrics on how much the new Medicare coverage is expanding access to GLP-1 medicines since it launched in July.

FAA halts flights to Newark, Philadelphia, New York because of equipment problem

https://www.cnbc.com/2026/09/21/newark-philadelphia-nyc-flight-disruptions.html

Published: September 21, 2026 17:45

An FAA equipment problem snarled air travel at Newark Liberty International Airport and Philadelphia International Airport Monday.

Eli Lilly CEO tells CNBC one-third of new GLP-1 pill patients are taking Foundayo, as drugmaker ramps up production

https://www.cnbc.com/2026/09/21/lilly-is-ramping-up-future-manufacturing-for-foundayo-obesity-pill.html

Published: September 21, 2026 17:14

Eli Lilly is trying to catch up in the GLP-1 pill market to Novo, which got a head start in the space.

Stock boom is fueling a ‘retirement party,’ economists say — what it means for workers

https://www.cnbc.com/2026/09/21/stock-gains-fuel-retirements-among-older-workers-economists.html

Published: September 21, 2026 17:14

Stocks have surged and the resulting "wealth effect" has led older workers to retire at a faster clip.

Trump says DOJ will rein in AI 'if we have to'

https://www.cnbc.com/2026/09/21/trump-ai-doj.html

Published: September 21, 2026 16:23

President Trump has touted development of artificial intelligence by U.S. companies as a competitive advantage over China that he wants to maintain.

What is the White House press pool and why does it matter?

https://www.cnbc.com/2026/09/21/trump-white-house-press-pool-what-is.html

Published: September 21, 2026 16:03

Trump's media ban on three news outlets could limit the public's visibility into the president's actions.

Paramount and state AGs will settle lawsuit, allowing Warner Bros. merger to proceed, reports say

https://www.cnbc.com/2026/09/21/paramount-reaches-settlement-over-warner-bros-merger.html

Published: September 21, 2026 15:18

The antitrust lawsuit threatened to delay Paramount's acquisition until mid-2027 and to cost the company hundreds of millions of dollars in fees.

White House TV press pool won't cover Trump after CNN ban

https://www.cnbc.com/2026/09/21/trump-white-house-press-pool-cnn-ban.html

Published: September 21, 2026 13:31

The decision comes as CNN, MS NOW and Politico said they are suing Trump to overturn his new ban of those three media outlets from the White House.

German voters turn to left and far-right as 'disaster' for ruling CDU threatens pro-growth reforms

https://www.cnbc.com/2026/09/21/german-election-result.html

Published: September 21, 2026 13:22

Another local election drubbing for the ruling CDU has increased political instability and threatens growth prospects, economists said.

These Gen Z-approved investment funds are having a moment—what investors should know

https://www.cnbc.com/2026/09/21/themed-etfs-gen-z-investors.html

Published: September 21, 2026 13:00

Themed ETFs for industries like AI and energy are coming back into favor and are especially popular with Gen Z investors. Here are a few tips to keep in mind.

Our top 10 things to watch in the stock market Monday

https://www.cnbc.com/2026/09/21/our-top-10-things-to-watch-in-the-stock-market-monday.html

Published: September 21, 2026 12:56

Stocks are headed for a strong open, and Meta landed a big price target boost at Wells Fargo.

Soccer superstar Kylian Mbappé on ending 20-year journey with Nike: 'It was time to change'

https://www.cnbc.com/2026/09/21/kylian-mbappe-nike-exit-on-soccer-footwear.html

Published: September 21, 2026 12:44

Soccer Champion Kylian Mbappé said he was ready for "change" after ending his association with Nike and entering a deal with Swiss sportswear brand On.

Bitcoin hits highest level since January at $85,000, as the market debates whether the 'crypto winter' is over

https://www.cnbc.com/2026/09/21/bitcoin-price-crypto-rally.html

Published: September 21, 2026 11:10

Bitcoin rose above $85,000 on Monday extending a rally over the past few days.

Treasury Secretary Bessent talks to CNBC as Trump administration faces affordability concerns

https://www.cnbc.com/2026/09/21/treasury-bessent-cnbc-squawk-trump-bond-affordabilty.html

Published: September 21, 2026 11:05

Bessent met over the weekend with his Chinese counterpart, He Lifeng, ahead of a summit between Chinese President Xi Jinping and President Donald Trump.

Nissan eyes increasing U.S. production as new Rogue hybrid launches

https://www.cnbc.com/2026/09/21/nissan-2027-rogue-production.html

Published: September 21, 2026 11:00

Nissan has two production shifts at its assembly plant in Smyrna, Tennessee, and adding another could mean hundreds, if not thousands, of new jobs.

Trump to be sued by MS NOW, CNN, Politico to reverse White House ban

https://www.cnbc.com/2026/09/21/trump-lawsuit-white-house-ban-ms-now-cnn-politico.html

Published: September 21, 2026 10:52

President Trump cited what he called "cumulative stories" by the three media outlets for his ban of them, saying, "You get sick of it."

Volkswagen woes deepen as blue-chip index exit follows latest profit warning

https://www.cnbc.com/2026/09/21/volkswagens-latest-profit-warning-compounds-exit-from-blue-chip-index.html

Published: September 21, 2026 09:56

Deutsche Bank analysts said the cut to VW's operating profit forecast initially looks severe but keeps cash generation intact.

U.S.-listed Greenland stocks surge after Trump announces security deal with Denmark

https://www.cnbc.com/2026/09/21/greenland-trump-denmark-deal-stocks-mining.html

Published: September 21, 2026 09:50

The rally followed a U.S.-Denmark-Greenland security pact aimed at expanding the military presence on the Arctic territory.

Russia’s pro-Putin party set to win election as Ukraine exposes war’s growing reach into Moscow

https://www.cnbc.com/2026/09/21/russia-election-putin-moscow-attack-ukraine.html

Published: September 21, 2026 09:36

Ukraine launched more than 1,000 drones at Russia on the State Duma election’s final day, including hundreds targeting Moscow.

Novo shares slide as drugmaker lays out post-Wegovy growth strategy

https://www.cnbc.com/2026/09/21/novo-nordisk-stock-sales-target-obesity-drugs.html

Published: September 21, 2026 09:16

The Danish company seeks to convince investors it can compete in an increasingly crowded field it helped pioneer.

Here's what the Saudi East-West pipeline shutdown means for Asia's biggest crude importers

https://www.cnbc.com/2026/09/21/saudi-pipeline-closure-asia-oil-import-korea.html

Published: September 21, 2026 08:29

The shutdown of Saudi's key East-West pipeline stands to squeeze crude supply for Asian importers, with South Korea appearing the most directly exposed.

Treasury yields ease as global borrowing costs tumble

https://www.cnbc.com/2026/09/21/treasury-yields-government-bonds.html

Published: September 21, 2026 08:21

Treasury yields were lower on Monday following last week's interest rate bonanza.

CNBC Daily Open: May the 'AI Force' be with you

https://www.cnbc.com/2026/09/21/cnbc-daily-open-trump-china-ai-force.html

Published: September 21, 2026 06:41

President Trump announces the creation of an 'AI Force' as the technology looks set to be a key topic with Chinese President Xi Jinping this week.

Chinese biopharma stocks jump as U.S. weighs keeping door open to drug deals

https://www.cnbc.com/2026/09/21/chinese-biopharma-stocks-jump-as-us-plans-to-continue-drug-licensing-deals-.html

Published: September 21, 2026 04:20

Chinese biopharma stocks rose on Monday after a report that the U.S. may continue to allow most drug licensing deals with Chinese firms.

Iran vows 'painful' retaliation as Trump piles on pressure ahead of UN General Assembly meeting

https://www.cnbc.com/2026/09/21/us-iran-war-trump-hormuz.html

Published: September 21, 2026 04:04

Trump threatened to destroy Iran's economy or eliminate its leadership if Tehran doesn't strike a deal, complicating efforts at diplomacy.

Oil falls as crude flows remain 'surprisingly strong'

https://www.cnbc.com/2026/09/21/iran-us-oil-prices-crude-saudi-arabia-.html

Published: September 21, 2026 02:14

Oil fell Monday, as traders keep watch for a recovery in shipments from Saudi Arabia, even as Mideast tensions continue to escalate.

Here are the 3 big things we're watching in the stock market this week

https://www.cnbc.com/2026/09/20/here-are-the-3-big-things-were-watching-in-the-stock-market-this-week.html

Published: September 20, 2026 23:42

The week ahead is light on macroeconomic data, but investors can still expect plenty of market-moving headlines.

Trump to meet with NYC Mayor Zohran Mamdani on Monday ahead of UN General Assembly

https://www.cnbc.com/2026/09/20/trump-mamdani-gracie-mansion-meeting.html

Published: September 20, 2026 19:06

The mayor's press office said the meeting will take place at Gracie Mansion and "will focus on issues affecting New York City and New Yorkers."

Bessent meets China Vice Premier He Lifeng ahead of Trump-Xi summit

https://www.cnbc.com/2026/09/20/bessent-he-lifeng-trump-xi-summit.html

Published: September 20, 2026 16:56

Scott Bessent and China’s He Lifeng are holding talks on trade, AI and critical minerals ahead of Trump and Xi’s Sept. 24 summit.

The 'robot relations' department may become reality in workplace of the future

https://www.cnbc.com/2026/09/20/ai-jobs-worker-fears.html

Published: September 20, 2026 14:37

AI, from chatbots to humanoids and automated management systems, are being widely deployed by corporations with huge repercussions for worker pay and autonomy.

8 signs you're raising a resilient, emotionally mature child, says psychologist

https://www.cnbc.com/2026/09/20/signs-parents-raising-emotionally-mature-child-psychologist.html

Published: September 20, 2026 13:34

"They turn into adaptable, reasonable people who can solve problems, sustain satisfying long-term relationships and engage in meaningful work," says Lindsay C. Gibson.

AI, data center alarms dominate Congressional Black Caucus week in Washington

https://www.cnbc.com/2026/09/20/ai-data-center-alarms-dominate-cbc-week-in-washington.html

Published: September 20, 2026 13:17

AI interests pro and con turned out for the Congressional Black Caucus's annual gathering in Washington as the topics — plus redistricting concerns — dominated.

U.S. urges Americans to reconsider Middle East travel as Iran tensions rise

https://www.cnbc.com/2026/09/20/us-middle-east-travel-warning-iran-war-hormuz.html

Published: September 20, 2026 13:14

The State Department urged Americans to reconsider Middle East travel as Houthi attacks intensify and Iran keeps the Strait of Hormuz closed.

‘It's awful’: How tariffs, soaring fuel costs and higher interest rates are squeezing American companies

https://www.cnbc.com/2026/09/20/tariffs-fuel-prices-and-interest-rates-squeeze-us-companies.html

Published: September 20, 2026 12:47

Tariffs, fuel prices and interest rates are squeezing American companies, particularly manufacturers, auto suppliers, retailers and transportation businesses.

Top Wall Street analysts find these 3 stocks attractive as long-term investments

https://www.cnbc.com/2026/09/20/top-wall-street-analysts-find-these-3-stocks-attractive-as-long-term-investments.html

Published: September 20, 2026 12:01

Look beyond short-term noise and focus on stocks with strong growth potential in future years.

Budget airline king Bill Franke warms to first-class seats and premium upgrades

https://www.cnbc.com/2026/09/20/bill-franke-frontier-spirit-budget-airlines.html

Published: September 20, 2026 12:00

Serial airline investor Bill Franke is embracing more upmarket changes like first-class seats.

Williams-Sonoma's stock has soared in a sluggish housing market. Here's how it won over Wall Street

https://www.cnbc.com/2026/09/20/williams-sonoma-stock-rises-housing-market.html

Published: September 20, 2026 12:00

Williams-Sonoma is outperforming the furnishings industry due to its ability to grow profitability despite a weak housing backdrop.

Caruso-Cabrera: The investing tailwinds for Latin America are the best in decades

https://www.cnbc.com/2026/09/20/caruso-cabrera-the-investing-tailwinds-for-latin-america-are-the-best-in-decades.html

Published: September 20, 2026 11:59

As measured by the iShares Latin America 40 ETF (ILF), the region is handily beating the S&P 500 year to date, up 15% compared to the S&P's 11% move

Nvidia CEO Jensen Huang emerges as Trump's top ally in AI safety debate

https://www.cnbc.com/2026/09/20/nvidia-ceo-jensen-huang-emerges-as-trumps-top-ally-in-ai-debate.html

Published: September 20, 2026 11:25

Jensen Huang's position as the leader of the world's most valuable company, has earned him Trump's ear on the most important topics in AI.

France’s wine production nears a 70-year low, leaving winemakers with tough choices

https://www.cnbc.com/2026/09/20/france-wine-production-70-year-low-heatwaves-drought.html

Published: September 20, 2026 05:00

As the French wine industry reaches a crisis point, key players are considering new markets, products and generations.

Higher interest rates and AI safety fears put the stock market to the test last week

https://www.cnbc.com/2026/09/19/higher-interest-rates-and-ai-safety-fears-put-the-stock-market-to-the-test-last-week.html

Published: September 19, 2026 16:03

Investors wrestled with the prospect of a new Fed rate-hiking cycle and the raging debate on whether to slow down AI.

She pays $96 a month to live in Yellowstone National Park: 'Being here has changed my life'

https://www.cnbc.com/2026/09/19/living-in-yellowstone-for-96-dollars-a-month.html

Published: September 19, 2026 14:10

Zoe De La Paz quit her corporate job in Chicago and in June moved to Yellowstone to work as a seamstress.

Flames reported near Saudi capital airport as Pakistan presses Iran over energy supplies

https://www.cnbc.com/2026/09/19/riyadh-airport-smoke-saudi-arabia.html

Published: September 19, 2026 13:48

Smoke and flames were seen near Riyadh’s main airport after Saudi civil-defense alerts, while Pakistan urged Iran to protect energy supplies and shipping.

MS NOW journalists blocked from White House after Trump bans three media outlets

https://www.cnbc.com/2026/09/19/trump-media-ban-ms-now.html

Published: September 19, 2026 13:35

Journalists from MS NOW were denied access to the White House grounds early Saturday, one day after Trump banned three media outlets over their coverage of him.

Consumer sentiment is in the dumps despite a solid economy. Goldman Sachs blames 'lower happiness'

https://www.cnbc.com/2026/09/19/goldman-sachs-happiness-struggling-consumer-sentiment.html

Published: September 19, 2026 12:50

Goldman economist Joseph Briggs said broader pessimism in society may be contributing to struggling consumer sentiment even as the economy chugs along.

Buffett takes next step in plan to keep Berkshire from straying

https://www.cnbc.com/2026/09/19/warren-buffett-takes-next-step-in-plan-to-keep-berkshire-from-straying.html

Published: September 19, 2026 12:43

Warren Buffett steps down as Berkshire Hathaway's chairman, passing the job to his son, Howard.

The AI kill switch, explained: 'It's not too little, but it's probably too late'

https://www.cnbc.com/2026/09/19/ai-kill-switch-explained.html

Published: September 19, 2026 12:00

As runaway AI fears reach a crescendo, policymakers and tech leaders are weighing the effectiveness of a magic AI stop button known as a kill switch.

A new arms race is unfolding on the ocean floor

https://www.cnbc.com/2026/09/19/underwater-war-sea-drones-defense-tech.html

Published: September 19, 2026 05:00

Countries and companies are investing in technologies for underwater use amid concerns about the vulnerability of critical infrastructure on the ocean floor.

Google's Gemini becomes latest AI model to break out and hack computer systems

https://www.cnbc.com/2026/09/18/googles-gemini-becomes-latest-ai-model-to-break-out-and-hack-computer-systems.html

Published: September 19, 2026 00:53

The disclosure comes as scrutiny over misbehaving artificial intelligence intensifies in Washington and Silicon Valley.

Trump says U.S. to build a 'large Military presence' in Greenland as part of a security deal with it and Denmark

https://www.cnbc.com/2026/09/18/trump-greenland-denmark-military-deal.html

Published: September 18, 2026 22:32

Greenland has maintained it is not for sale, and the European Union earlier this year united to rebuke Trump over his push to acquire the island.

Anthropic selects Accenture as first embedded evaluator to help implement Amodei's slowdown proposal

https://www.cnbc.com/2026/09/18/anthropic-accenture-ai-safety.html

Published: September 18, 2026 21:37

Anthropic and OpenAI have been under intense scrutiny after researchers warned about the potential for AI to cause catastrophic harm to humanity.

AI cloud provider Nscale files to go public

https://www.cnbc.com/2026/09/18/nscale-ai-cloud-provider-ipo-nscl.html

Published: September 18, 2026 21:08

Nscale is the latest artificial intelligence neocloud to turn to public markets.

Trump says he's banning MS NOW, CNN and Politico from White House

https://www.cnbc.com/2026/09/18/trump-white-house-ban-msnow-cnn-politico.html

Published: September 18, 2026 19:59

Trump, who often accuses mainstream media outlets of writing "fake news," said on Truth Social that those outlets shouldn't be allowed to "FICTION and LIES."

Elon Musk talks up AI safety while fighting regulation in wild week of strange alliances

https://www.cnbc.com/2026/09/18/after-decade-of-clashes-in-ai-elon-musk-forging-strange-alliances.html

Published: September 18, 2026 19:15

In the past week, Musk has agreed with the CEOs of Anthropic and OpenAI, while getting contradicted by President Trump and Nvidia's Jensen Huang.

What it will take for us to buy the dip in DuPont. Plus, profit-taking hits cyber stocks

https://www.cnbc.com/2026/09/18/what-it-will-take-for-us-to-buy-the-dip-in-dupont-plus-profit-taking-hits-cyber-stocks.html

Published: September 18, 2026 18:32

Every weekday, the Investing Club releases the Homestretch; an actionable afternoon update just in time for the last hour of trading.

McDonald's is the new 'Value Meal,' says trader Mike Khouw

https://www.cnbc.com/2026/09/18/mcdonalds-is-the-new-value-meal-says-trader-mike-khouw.html

Published: September 18, 2026 18:11

McDonald's announced this week that it is revising its U.S. value strategy after recording its slowest sales growth in more than a year.

SpaceX scores another $950 million from NASA for 3 more crewed flights to ISS

https://www.cnbc.com/2026/09/18/spacex-scores-950-million-from-nasa-for-3-more-crewed-flights-to-iss-.html

Published: September 18, 2026 17:41

SpaceX is getting an extension to an existing contract that will allow three additional crewed Dragon flights to the International Space Station.

Anthropic and OpenAI need truly independent safety evaluators, experts say in public letter

https://www.cnbc.com/2026/09/18/ai-safety-evaluators-anthropic-openai-models-security.html

Published: September 18, 2026 17:02

A coalition of over 100 AI experts are urging independence and transparency from Anthropic, OpenAI and other foundation model labs to conduct evaluations.

Trump's $403 million war chest is finally being spent on the midterms. Now comes the hard part

https://www.cnbc.com/2026/09/18/trump-election-ad-spend-maga-inc.html

Published: September 18, 2026 16:49

Democratic Senate candidates entered summer with a cash edge, while Trump-linked groups now pour money into increasingly crowded and costly ad markets.

Nike parts ways with Kylian Mbappé, soccer superstar signs with On

https://www.cnbc.com/2026/09/18/kylian-mbappe-signs-with-on-after-nike-parts-ways.html

Published: September 18, 2026 16:42

Mbappe had been signed with Nike for roughly two decades, and his agreement with On is the first it has made with a soccer player.

Three words from Kevin Warsh have Wall Street wondering how far the Fed will go with rate hikes

https://www.cnbc.com/2026/09/18/three-words-from-kevin-warsh-have-wall-street-wondering-how-far-the-fed-will-go-with-rate-hikes.html

Published: September 18, 2026 16:33

The chairman both explained this week's decision to raise interest rates, and raised vexing questions about what comes next

Auto industry urges Trump to bar Chinese automakers in U.S. ahead of Xi visit

https://www.cnbc.com/2026/09/18/xi-visit-automakers-urge-trump-to-bar-chinese-automakers-in-us.html

Published: September 18, 2026 16:26

Leaders of six major auto trade groups joined to sign a letter to the president.

JPMorgan CEO Jamie Dimon attending Trump's state dinner for China's Xi: Source

https://www.cnbc.com/2026/09/18/trump-xi-state-dinner-jpmorgan-jamie-dimon.html

Published: September 18, 2026 16:21

Dimon joins OpenAI CEO Sam Altman, Nvidia chief Jensen Huang and others who are reportedly planning to attend the Trump-Xi state dinner.

We're buying more of this defensive stock ahead of an upcoming long-term catalyst

https://www.cnbc.com/2026/09/18/were-buying-more-of-this-defensive-stock-ahead-of-an-upcoming-long-term-catalyst.html

Published: September 18, 2026 16:14

The stock has been on a tough road since our initiation at the beginning of the month.

Disney names CTO for the first time as media giant expands tech push

https://www.cnbc.com/2026/09/18/disney-cto-tech.html

Published: September 18, 2026 16:14

Disney has hired a chief technology officer, a newly minted role for the company, as it looks to further its embrace of tech under CEO Josh D'Amaro.

Wendy's franchisee files for Chapter 11 bankruptcy protection as burger chain struggles

https://www.cnbc.com/2026/09/18/wendys-franchisee-files-for-chapter-11-bankruptcy-protection.html

Published: September 18, 2026 16:13

One of Wendy's biggest U.S. franchisees, Meritage Hospitality Group, filed for Chapter 11 bankruptcy protection.

What Jim Cramer learned at NYC's flagship Apple Store for the iPhone 18 launch

https://www.cnbc.com/2026/09/18/what-cramer-learned-at-nycs-flagship-apple-store-for-iphone-18-launch.html

Published: September 18, 2026 15:40

The Investing Club holds its "Morning Meeting" every weekday at 10:20 a.m. ET.

Ticket prices rise for Macklemore solo concert after Ed Sheeran tour removal

https://www.cnbc.com/2026/09/18/macklemore-ticket-prices-rise-amid-ed-sheeran-tour-fallout.html

Published: September 18, 2026 15:33

Ticket prices are rising for Macklemore's upcoming solo concert after the rapper was removed from Ed Sheeran's tour for making pro-Palestine comments.

Sportsbooks remain king this football season, but upstarts are making a run for the money

https://www.cnbc.com/2026/09/18/sportsbooks-remain-king-this-football-season-but-upstarts-are-making-a-run-for-the-money.html

Published: September 18, 2026 15:16

"Prediction markets are growing the overall market — at least for now," said Chris Grove, partner emeritus at Eilers & Krejcik Gaming.

StubHub shares tick higher for third day in a row after Citi upgrade

https://www.cnbc.com/2026/09/18/stubhub-shares-tick-higher-for-third-day-in-a-row-after-citi-upgrade.html

Published: September 18, 2026 15:09

Analyst Jason Bazinet raised his rating to buy from neutral.

California Gov. Newsom issues executive order to rein in AI 'before it's too late'

https://www.cnbc.com/2026/09/18/california-newsom-executive-order-ai.html

Published: September 18, 2026 15:02

California Gov. Gavin Newsom and other 2028 Democratic presidential hopefuls have called for a more aggressive approach to addressing AI fears.

Rep. Chip Roy doesn't want to regulate AI, but says Congress should have an oversight role

https://www.cnbc.com/2026/09/18/chip-roy-ai-congress-regulate.html

Published: September 18, 2026 14:20

In an appearance on CNBC's "Squawk Box," Rep. Chip Roy, R-Texas, said he supports congressional hearings on AI, but wasn't keen on additional regulations.

OpenAI's latest AI revelation is a 'serious situation,' Microsoft's Suleyman tells CNBC

https://www.cnbc.com/2026/09/18/microsoft-ai-ceo-openais-latest-ai-revelation-a-serious-situation.html

Published: September 18, 2026 14:06

Suleyman joined "Squawk Box" to discuss OpenAI's latest incidents of "concerning model behavior" disclosed earlier this week.

Fed staff should have known Silicon Valley Bank was vulnerable, new report finds

https://www.cnbc.com/2026/09/18/fed-silicon-valley-bank.html

Published: September 18, 2026 13:46

Fed Vice Chair for Supervision Michelle Bowman said a new report indicates the central bank's staff missed signs ahead of Silicon Valley Bank's 2023 failure.

Social Security reform plans could sway voters in battleground Senate races, survey finds

https://www.cnbc.com/2026/09/18/social-security-senate-races-battleground-voters-survey.html

Published: September 18, 2026 13:15

Senators elected this November will be in office when Social Security's retirement trust fund is projected to run dry.

Jim Cramer's top 10 things to watch in the stock market Friday

https://www.cnbc.com/2026/09/18/jim-cramers-top-10-things-to-watch-in-the-stock-market-friday.html

Published: September 18, 2026 13:08

Bonds are misbehaving, and Apple's iPhone 18 hits stores today.

AI stock swings could affect your 401(k). Here’s what retirement savers need to know

https://www.cnbc.com/2026/09/18/ai-stock-swings-can-affect-your-401k-what-to-know.html

Published: September 18, 2026 12:30

Retirement savers may be affected by swings in the artificial intelligence trade. Here is how to assess the risk without making a rash move.

Putin targets Nestle's Russian business as Kremlin tightens grip on Western assets

https://www.cnbc.com/2026/09/18/nestle-russia-assets-putin-ukraine-war.html

Published: September 18, 2026 12:18

Nestlé is assessing its options after Russia placed the Swiss food giant’s local assets under temporary external administration.

IRS tax debt agreements have plummeted: 'I've never seen a number that low,' taxpayer advocate says

https://www.cnbc.com/2026/09/18/irs-offers-in-compromise.html

Published: September 18, 2026 12:15

More taxpayers have been applying for an "offer in compromise" since 2023, but the IRS has accepted far fewer requests. Tax experts are unsure why.

AI trade rebound sparks flurry of unusually bullish options activity

https://www.cnbc.com/2026/09/18/ai-trade-rebound-sparks-flurry-of-unusually-bullish-options-activity.html

Published: September 18, 2026 11:20

Options traders stormed into tech trades on Thursday.

Beauty, health and wellness are converging into one retail category

https://www.cnbc.com/2026/09/18/beauty-health-wellness-consumer-spending.html

Published: September 18, 2026 11:00

As consumers prioritize holistic retail purchases, beauty, health and wellness are increasingly converging into one category and one consumer budget.

AI safety debate meets reality at Dreamforce as business leaders say last year's models are enough

https://www.cnbc.com/2026/09/18/at-dreamforce-business-leaders-say-older-ai-models-are-enough.html

Published: September 18, 2026 11:00

At Salesforce's annual mega-conference in San Francisco, attendees said they get enough value from older AI models.