Economy

One year of 'TACO': How the trade has fared since 'liberation day'

Since “liberation day,” betting on the “Trump Always Chickens Out” theory has been a way to win in the market.

How sheltered really is the US from the Gulf oil supply crisis?

As Trump suggests Middle East oil disruption is not his problem, experts say talk of US ‘energy independence’ is a smokescreen – with consumers paying the price

Friday briefing: Why does your Easter egg feel smaller? Because it is

In today’s newsletter: Cocoa shortages, climate shocks and global conflicts have collided to ​make chocolate pricier than ever before

Asia-Pacific markets mostly rise in Easter trade on hopes for Hormuz reopening

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.

United raises bag fees, becoming second U.S. carrier to up the price this week

United Airlines is raising its fees for first and second checked bags, becoming the second U.S. airline to up the price this week.

Cramer's week ahead: Two key economic reports and earnings from Levi's, Delta

CNBC's Jim Cramer outlined what investors should watch in the week ahead, including Middle East developments, major earnings and key inflation data.

United Airlines hikes checked bag fee by $10 as fuel prices continue to climb

United Airlines became the second U.S. carrier in a week to raise check bag fees as the industry grapples with a more than 80% jump in jet fuel costs.

Trump threatens 100% tariff on US drug makers that don’t strike deals to lower prices

New tax will hit branded drugs and active ingredients while exempting generics for at least one year

Mortgage rates are surging, foiling homebuyers' best-laid plans

Updated on: April 2, 2026 / 5:33 PM EDT / CBS News

Brent Oil Spot Price for Actual Cargo Soars to $141, Highest Level Since 2008 Financial Crisis

The Brent oil futures price is giving the market a false sense of security, said Amrita Sen, founder of Energy Aspects.

Why You Should Trust Your Gut

Careful, deliberate reasoning can get you only so far in good decision making. You also need to know how to listen to your feelings.

Morgan Stanley’s defensive playbook for spiking oil prices amid Iran war

Investors ought to prepare their portfolios for rockier times as energy supply becomes uncertain, according to a team of Morgan Stanley strategists.