A voice breaking from the Fed ranks just heightened her push for cutting interest rates fast

Fed Gov. Michelle Bowman is doubling down on her call to cut interest rates, urging the central bank to move faster to protect what she sees as a weakening jobs market.
Trump says pharma tariffs could eventually reach up to 250%

U.S. President Donald Trump talks to members of the press at Lehigh Valley International Airport in Allentown, Pennsylvania, U.S., August 3, 2025. Ken Cedeno | Reuters President Donald Trump told CNBC’s “Squawk Box” on Tuesday that planned tariffs on pharmaceuticals imported into the U.S. could eventually reach up to 250%, the highest rate he has […]
What the end of Energy Star could mean for commercial real estate

An Energy Star sign on a building. Lynne Gilbert | Moment Mobile | Getty Images A version of this article first appeared in the CNBC Property Play newsletter with Diana Olick. Property Play covers new and evolving opportunities for the real estate investor, from individuals to venture capitalists, private equity funds, family offices, institutional investors […]
My late husband’s employer is forcing me to take 10% 401(k) distributions. Help!

“A company representative said the account needed to be emptied within a 10-year period.”
After 15 years, the Giving Pledge yields mixed results

Warren Buffett, Bill and Melinda Gates, in an interview on May 5, 2015 CNBC A version of this article first appeared in CNBC’s Inside Wealth newsletter with Robert Frank, a weekly guide to the high-net-worth investor and consumer. Sign up to receive future editions, straight to your inbox. In June 2010, Bill Gates, Melinda French Gates and […]
‘Things are getting tougher’: I’m struggling with $145,000 in debt. Should I refinance my 3.5% mortgage?

“I’m in my upper 40s and have $300,000 in my 401(k).”
Real estate startup Runwise is taking on record heat this summer
Runwise co-founders (L-R) Jeff Carleton, Lee Hoffman and Mike Cook. Courtesy of Runwise A version of this article first appeared in the CNBC Property Play newsletter with Diana Olick. Property Play covers new and evolving opportunities for the real estate investor, from individuals to venture capitalists, private equity funds, family offices, institutional investors and large […]
Your retirement plan is airtight — then a health crisis hits. Make these money moves first.

If you’re over 65 and think Medicare will solve everything, think again.
Restaurants like Starbucks, Smoothie King seek to join protein trend

Starbucks Protein Drink Courtesy: Starbucks Restaurant chains are joining in on the protein frenzy, hoping to encourage diners to pay more for extra macronutrients during a time when many consumers aren’t spending as much. From “gym bros” to users of GLP-1 drugs like Ozempic, many Americans are trying to add more protein to their diets, […]
Craveworthy Brands becomes managing partner of Gregorys Coffee

Gregorys Coffee was founded in 2006 and has more than 50 locations. Source: Gregorys Coffee Craveworthy Brands is now investor and managing partner of Gregorys Coffee, a New York City-based coffee chain with dreams of a nationwide footprint. The two companies announced the deal on Thursday. Financial terms were not disclosed. Craveworthy Brands, a fast-growing […]



