Economy

India's Zepto files for IPO as quick-commerce race heats up

Zepto was valued at $7 billion in its previous funding round in October when it raised $450 million.

Nashville speaker maker plans to move overseas to avoid tariffs

(The Center Square) – The owner of a storied Nashville speaker company says he’ll pay lower taxes by moving overseas, rather than trying to build in the U.S.

We combed the internet for the 25 best after-Christmas sales still available

Masterclass, Roku, Apple, Aritzia – we rounded up the best post-holiday sales for tech, fashion and more that you can snag before the end of the year

Nearly 71% of women would help pay for their engagement ring: They may see a ring as 'proof of worthiness and desirability,' says expert

Though historically men have bought engagement rings, most women are now willing to contribute to the cost of the coveted piece of jewelry.

Despite strong GDP numbers, several economic alarm bells are ringing for GOP

In Focus delivers deeper coverage of the political, cultural, and ideological issues shaping America. Published daily by senior writers and experts, these in-depth pieces go beyond the headlines to give readers the full picture. You can find our full list of In Focus pieces here.

These are the most overbought S&P 500 stocks as 2026 approaches

Wall Street's most overbought stocks for the last full trading week of the year included Merck & Co. and S&P Global.

The Future of Energy in an AI world

At Abu Dhabi Finance Week, the CNBC New Energy Finance Forum gathers top business leaders and investors to explore the multi-trillion-dollar shift reshaping the global energy landscape. Experts discuss how to meet the soaring energy demand driven by cutting-edge AI and share insights on investment opportunities in clean energy that will power the future.

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2025 draws to a close next week as investors brace for a new year

The S&P 500 is on the cusp of all-time highs with just two trading sessions left in the year.

As the cost of living keeps climbing, Americans are 'trying to muscle through' the affordability crisis, analyst says

Rising prices have created an affordability crisis for many Americans. Some consumers are changing behaviors, while others are carrying on as normal.

Are dividends better for investors than stock buybacks? It all depends

Both are positive events with relative pros and cons.

Here’s where you can still snag 4% yields on idle cash

As 2026 approaches, these rich yields may be too good to last.