Economy

European stocks close lower as Iran war continues to dominate sentiment

European stocks finished lower on Thursday as markets followed unsettling geopolitical developments in the Middle East.

Inside India newsletter: Energy, airlines and now over $50 billion in remittances to India at risk as Middle East conflict deepens

India can't seem to escape from the fallout of the escalating conflict in the Middle East. After energy and aviation, remittances could be the latest worry.

Is AI Really to Blame for Costly Electricity Bills?

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What to know about the agency Trump says will insure ships in the Persian Gulf

Updated on: March 4, 2026 / 5:40 PM EST / CBS News

'HALO' is the trade in vogue on Wall Street right now. Here are Goldman's favorite stocks

These stocks are asset-heavy, which may make them more insulated from risks that emerge in an AI economy, the firm says.

South Korea Stocks Crashed 18% in Two Days. Could It Happen Here?

Wall Street doesn't see the quick slump in Korean stocks as a harbinger for anything to come in the U.S.

Tariff refund delays could cost U.S. taxpayers $700 million a month in interest, report finds

Updated on: March 4, 2026 / 2:59 PM EST / CBS News

As bond investors fret over an AI bubble, what to know

For the first time, investors said an AI bubble was their biggest worry, according to a recent Bank of America survey. What the pros are saying.

What to do if you inherit gold or other precious metals

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2 reasons why the market is rallying Wednesday and defying Iran war fears

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

The Quietly Winning Stock Jim Cramer Says Is on the Verge of a Big Upward Move

Strong quarterly results from Ross Stores reinforce that off-price retail is on fire.

Investors say 'safest' software play Microsoft looks cheap at current prices

Two investors told CNBC's "Halftime Report" on Wednesday that they recently added to their positions in Microsoft.