U.S. payrolls rose by 178,000 in March, more than expected; unemployment at 4.3%
U.S. payrolls rose by 178,000 in March, more than expected; unemployment at 4.3%
Summary: Nonfarm payrolls were expected to increase by 59,000 in March, with the unemployment rate holding at 4.4%.
U.S. fighter jet shot down in Iran, one crew member rescued, MS NOW reports
U.S. fighter jet shot down in Iran, one crew member rescued, MS NOW reports
Summary: It is unclear if the plane was shot down or went down for another reason.
Trump threatens to destroy Iranian infrastructure, saying its government 'knows what has to be done'
Trump threatens to destroy Iranian infrastructure, saying its government 'knows what has to be done'
Summary: The threat comes a day after he said in a nationwide address that the U.S. military will be hitting Tehran "extremely hard" for the next two or three weeks.
OpenAI's Fidji Simo takes medical leave, announces leadership changes
OpenAI's Fidji Simo takes medical leave, announces leadership changes
Summary: OpenAI President Greg Brockman will oversee product in Simo's absence.
Trump tariff fallout: Some industries grapple with lingering effects one year later
Trump tariff fallout: Some industries grapple with lingering effects one year later
Summary: A year after his "liberation day," Trump's trade war has reshaped how companies in industries such as retail and autos are modeling economic and policy risk.
One year of 'TACO': How the trade has fared since 'liberation day'
One year of 'TACO': How the trade has fared since 'liberation day'
Summary: Since “liberation day,” betting on the “Trump Always Chickens Out” theory has been a way to win in the market.
Meta, Google under attack as court cases bypass 30-year-old legal shield
Meta, Google under attack as court cases bypass 30-year-old legal shield
Summary: Internet platforms have long been able to rely on special protections to avoid liability for what takes place on their sites. But that may be changing.
U.S. judge upholds block on subpoenas to Fed's Powell, teeing up likely appeal
U.S. judge upholds block on subpoenas to Fed's Powell, teeing up likely appeal
Summary: A U.S. judge upheld block on subpoenas to Fed's Powell, teeing up a likely appeal.
Investors are waiting for a better place to step in after this week's bounce. Here's what's ahead
Investors are waiting for a better place to step in after this week's bounce. Here's what's ahead
Summary: There is still a sizeable camp that warn against trading this moment, saying saying equities have to consolidate further before this chapter closes.
United unveils basic Polaris business fare in premium cabin overhaul
United unveils basic Polaris business fare in premium cabin overhaul
Summary: United is overhauling its fare classes, offering cheaper business class and premium economy fares that are more restrictive.
'Chasing vibes' — OpenAI's M&A strategy gets more confusing with TBPN purchase
'Chasing vibes' — OpenAI's M&A strategy gets more confusing with TBPN purchase
Summary: Over 10 months after shelling out an eye-popping $6.4 billion for Jony Ive's nascent devices startup, OpenAI announced it's buying media company TBPN.
The cost to fly private is up as much as 20% with fuel prices soaring
The cost to fly private is up as much as 20% with fuel prices soaring
Summary: Deep-pocketed travelers are less likely to get priced out as airfares rise, but they have to navigate unexpected fees related to the Iran war and rising fuel costs.
I study happiness for a living: The most emotionally secure people share these 7 'quietly powerful' traits
I study happiness for a living: The most emotionally secure people share these 7 'quietly powerful' traits
Summary: Happiness researcher Jessica Weiss reveals the quiet but powerful traits that emotionally secure people have in common.
Wall Street snapped its 5-week losing streak. Here are 3 themes that caught our eye
Wall Street snapped its 5-week losing streak. Here are 3 themes that caught our eye
Summary: The stock market finally posted its first winning week since the U.S.-Iran war broke out.
Trump is calling for a major increase in defense spending alongside cuts in domestic spending
Trump is calling for a major increase in defense spending alongside cuts in domestic spending
Summary: President Donald Trump is asking Congress to boost defense spending to $1.5 trillion, the largest such request in decades, according to his budget request.
These master's degrees lead to fast-growing, in-demand jobs—but offer low ROI
These master's degrees lead to fast-growing, in-demand jobs—but offer low ROI
Summary: Getting a master's degrees in social work and psychology may not deliver the best return on investment. But job placement and fulfillment may come easier.
Trump fires Attorney General Pam Bondi
Trump fires Attorney General Pam Bondi
Summary: President Trump was said to be unhappy with Pam Bondi's handling of DOJ files about Jeffrey Epstein and the DOJ's failure to prosecute his political enemies.
U.S. crude on Thursday did something it's never done before as Iran war continues
U.S. crude on Thursday did something it's never done before as Iran war continues
Summary: The market has had the perception that President Donald Trump will quickly end the war.
How Iran turned a tiny island into an oil 'toll booth' as Tehran cements grip on global energy flows
How Iran turned a tiny island into an oil 'toll booth' as Tehran cements grip on global energy flows
Summary: Iran has established a de facto safe shipping corridor in the north of the Strait of Hormuz to select ships, as Tehran sought to monetize its grip over the waterway.
Analysis: Trump's Iran speech ignores the risks of a return to the 1970s
Analysis: Trump's Iran speech ignores the risks of a return to the 1970s
Summary: Oil shocks crippled past presidencies. The Iran war is putting Trump into the danger zone.
Cramer’s week ahead: Two key economic reports and earnings from Levi's, Delta
Cramer’s week ahead: Two key economic reports and earnings from Levi's, Delta
Summary: CNBC's Jim Cramer outlined what investors should watch in the week ahead, including Middle East developments, major earnings and key inflation data.
United flyers without a credit card will now earn fewer miles. Here's what's changed
United flyers without a credit card will now earn fewer miles. Here's what's changed
Summary: United is boosting the value for its most loyal flyers, at the expense of everyone else. Here's how you can benefit.
One year on from Trump's 'liberation day,' global investors are rethinking American exceptionalism
One year on from Trump's 'liberation day,' global investors are rethinking American exceptionalism
Summary: U.S. exceptionalism is "no longer automatic" among global investors, one market watcher told CNBC.
Dow closes lower as Trump comments dampen traders’ hopes for Iran war ending: Live updates
Dow closes lower as Trump comments dampen traders’ hopes for Iran war ending: Live updates
Summary: The Dow Industrials ended Thursday slightly lower as traders weighed the prospect of the Iran war continuing for weeks.
Army chief of staff fired by Hegseth, sources say
Army chief of staff fired by Hegseth, sources say
Summary: U.S. Army Chief of Staff Randy George was fired on Thursday by Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth, three U.S. defense officials told Reuters, in the latest purge among the Pentagon's most senior ranks.
Iran and Oman drafting protocol to 'monitor' Hormuz Strait traffic: IRNA
Iran and Oman drafting protocol to 'monitor' Hormuz Strait traffic: IRNA
Summary: The Strait of Hormuz, the vital artery for global oil transit, has been effectively closed since the Iran war started in late February.
Chinese chip firms hit record high revenue driven by the AI boom and U.S. curbs
Chinese chip firms hit record high revenue driven by the AI boom and U.S. curbs
Summary: Chinese chip companies have benefited from strong domestic demand for AI as U.S. tech curbs have bolstered local firms.
Asia-Pacific markets mostly rise in Easter trade on hopes for Hormuz reopening
Asia-Pacific markets mostly rise in Easter trade on hopes for Hormuz reopening
Summary: South Korea's Kospi led gains in the region while Japan's Nikkei 225 also opened higher. The Australian and Hong Kong markets were closed for the Easter weekend.
South Korea, France agree to deepen defense cooperation amid Middle East conflict
South Korea, France agree to deepen defense cooperation amid Middle East conflict
Summary: French officials have said the trip aims to strengthen France's strategic and economic role in the region at a time of "strong international and regional tensions."
Japan's Sakura Internet jumps 20% as Microsoft plans $10 billion AI push with SoftBank
Japan's Sakura Internet jumps 20% as Microsoft plans $10 billion AI push with SoftBank
Summary: Microsoft said it plans to invest $10 billion in Japan between 2026 and 2029 to build AI infrastructure.
