Economy

United Airlines CEO said U.S. airfares could soon rise as Iran war drives up oil prices

Updated on: March 6, 2026 / 4:28 PM EST / CBS News

Find safety and income in these tax-exempt bonds as the Iran war stirs up the market

Rates on municipal bonds moved higher this week, which many see as an opportunity to lock in yields and stabilize portfolios.

Average IRS Tax Refund Is Up 10.6%, Early Filing Data Shows

The average IRS tax refund is up 10.6%, based on early filing data. Here's what you can expect.

Robinhood's venture fund, which gives investors access to private companies, tanks 11% on first day

Robinhood's Venture Fund I plunged 11% in its debut on the New York Stock Exchange on Friday, casting doubt on investors' appetite for riskier investment.

The Economy’s Warning Light Is Flashing Yellow

A soft labor market, persistent inflation, a potential oil crisis—what could go wrong?

Will the Price of Silver Hit $200 Per Ounce This March? Here's What to Consider.

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Boeing moves closer to a huge deal

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

Trump admin announces $20 billion reinsurance program for oil tankers during Iran war

Tanker traffic through the Strait of Hormuz remains at a standstill as the Iran war engulfs the region.

The charts are showing oil may have overextended higher, says Carter Worth

Carter Worth looks through the charts in oil after a wild week.

Greg Abel Makes His First Big Moves as Berkshire Hathaway CEO. Is It Time to Buy Back In?

While the steps were viewed as positive signals, analysts said they are unlikely to materially alter their outlook for the shares.

Fed Governor Miran says job losses in February add to the case for more interest rate cuts

Miran said in a CNBC interview that the Fed should be focusing more on supporting the labor market than worrying about inflation.

'E-shaped' economy is replacing a K-shaped one in 2026, economist says: The middle class is 'spending in a nervous way' now

Economist Heather Long says the U.S. economy is diverging into three tiers of consumer behavior instead of two, amid an ongoing affordability crisis.