FCC approves $8 billion Paramount-Skydance merger
The Paramount Global headquarters in New York, US, on Tuesday, Aug. 27, 2024. Yuki Iwamura | Bloomberg | Getty Images The Federal Communications Commission cleared the way Thursday for an $8 billion merger between Paramount and Skydance Media. The deal, which was announced more than a year ago, includes the CBS broadcast television network, Paramount […]
NFL, ESPN closing in on equity ownership deal
Key Points The NFL is closing in on a deal to take a minority stake of up to 10% in ESPN, according to people familiar with the matter, potentially tying together two powerhouse brands in sports. The discussions are ongoing, and it’s possible the final deal may arrive at a smaller stake, according to the people. ESPN […]
As latest meme-stock drama unfolds, there’s one thing that is different this time around
Meme-stock mania might be back, but old heads may have noticed that the moves this time around are lacking a certain explosiveness.
American Airlines 2Q 2025 earnings
American Airlines shares slumped 9% Thursday after the carrier’s third-quarter profit forecast fell short of Wall Street’s expectations and it reinstated its 2025 financial forecast well below its outlook at the start of the year. CEO Robert Isom told CNBC’s “Squawk Box” that the results are driven by consumer weakness, flat corporate travel demand that […]
Newly built homes are cheaper than previously owned homes as builders ramp up price cuts
As home builders aggressively slash prices to boost sales, prices of newly built homes are coming down.
Comcast spinoff Versant announces board of directors
Versant signage on the floor at the New York Stock Exchange (NYSE) in New York, US, on Monday, July 21, 2025. Michael Nagle | Bloomberg | Getty Images Comcast on Thursday announced the expected board members of its cable networks spinout, Versant. They come from backgrounds in media, technology, finance and other industries, according to […]
Eli Manning invests in sports equipment maker XTech
Eli Manning is not only an investor in XTECH but he wore their shoulder pads during his playing days. Evan Pinkus/XTECH Two-time Super Bowl MVP Eli Manning may have hung up his shoulder pads, but he’s still taking interest in the gear. The former New York Giants quarterback on Thursday announced he has invested in […]
Why the S&P 500 will continue to beat bonds and cash in a muddle-through second half, say these strategists
A report from Ned Davis Research describes three possible growth scenarios, but the base-case is muddling through
Institutional landlords see new competition from an unexpected source
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 public companies. Sign up to receive future editions, straight to your inbox. It’s getting harder […]
3 ways to help your child retire with $1 million — or more
One financial strategy claims investing $1,544 for a child at birth can help them retire with $1 million. Could it be that simple?
