Alphabet shares close above $200 for first time on split-adjusted basis

Investors are growing more bullish on Alphabet as the company speeds up its AI development.

Published: 9 hours ago

Trump recommends ending FEMA ahead of California fire site visit

President Donald Trump will visit California to see the damage caused by wildfires around Los Angeles. FEMA has been involved in response efforts there.

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Hegseth confirmed as Trump’s defense secretary in tie-breaking vote despite turmoil over his conduct

The Senate was struggling to muscle Pete Hegseth's nomination as defense secretary toward confirmation ahead of a vote late Friday.

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Target rolls back DEI initiatives, the latest big company to retreat

Target joins Walmart, Meta, McDonald's and a wave of other major companies pulling back on DEI programs.

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JetBlue offers some pilots early retirement packages, union says

JetBlue is offering early retirement to pilots nearing retirement age

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Strategas sees health care outperforming in 2025

The health care sector is poised to see a rebound and lead the market this year, according to Strategas analysts.

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Zuckerberg sets Meta's AI targets for the year, expects to spend $60 billion on growth

Meta CEO Mark Zuckerberg announced the company plans to invest around $60 billion to $65 billion in capital expenditures this year

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Trump pledges to work with California's Newsom, eyes FEMA overhaul

U.S. President Donald Trump said on Friday he would work with California Governor Gavin Newsom to respond to the Los Angeles fires.

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Pfizer to pay $59.7 million over kickbacks for migraine drug

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How China’s new AI model DeepSeek is threatening U.S. dominance

An AI lab out of China has ignited panic in Silicon Valley after releasing impressive AI models more cheaply and with less-powerful chips than U.S. AI giants.

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Costco shareholders reject call for review of diversity programs

Costco Wholesale shareholders voted strongly against a proposal requesting a report on the risks of maintaining its diversity and inclusion initiatives.

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Here's what CEOs are saying about DEI at Davos

On the ground in Davos, DEI has been the subject of conversation both on the record and behind closed doors.

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Venture Global closes below IPO price in disappointing debut despite Trump's support of LNG industry

"The Trump administration has made very clear they support growing LNG exports," Venture CEO Mike Sabel told CNBC in an interview Friday.

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Trump third-term amendment 'impossibly difficult' to pass, Harvard Law professor says

President Donald Trump has hinted at potentially seeking a third term in the White House.

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Don't be fooled by these value traps, says investor Landsberg

Semiconductor play Texas Instruments and telecom giant Verizon are a few stocks to stay away from, investor Michael Landsberg told CNBC on Friday.

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SEC rolls back controversial crypto accounting rule: CNBC Crypto World

On today's episode of CNBC Crypto World, bitcoin trades flat after President Trump signs an executive order to explore a bitcoin stockpile. That order also bans the creation of a central bank digital currency, and looks to promote the use of dollar-backed stablecoins. Plus, Fiorenzo Manganiello of LIAN Group reacts to sweeping, pro-crypto changes at the SEC and discusses what the rise of memecoin trading means for crypto market volatility.

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Meta to begin testing ads on Threads, its microblogging app

Meta will begin testing ads on its Threads microblogging service with a few companies in the U.S. and Japan, the company said in a blog post Friday.

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We're adding 4 stocks to our Bullpen watch list including a hot steakhouse chain

We're expanding our Bullpen following this week's January Monthly Meeting

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Jim Cramer's week ahead: Fed meeting and Big Tech earnings

CNBC's Jim Cramer highlighted what he's paying attention to next week as Wall Street launches into earnings season.

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What student loan borrowers should know about plans to restart collections

Here's what student loan borrowers struggling to pay their bills need to know about the restart of collections.

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Tax refunds may see modest upside this season — and these stocks could benefit, Wolfe says

Tax season officially starts on Monday, and a group of stocks may get a boost if refunds come in higher, the firm said.

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5 best student credit cards for studying abroad in 2025

These are the best credit cards for studying abroad because they are widely accepted internationally, earn rewards and charge no foreign transaction fees.

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Russia's Putin says he and Trump should meet to talk about Ukraine war, energy prices

Putin described Trump, who this week threatened to hit Russia with new sanctions and tariffs if it did not negotiate an end to the war, as smart and pragmatic.

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Twilio shares pop 20% for biggest gain since Covid pandemic on growth forecast

Twilio shares had their sharpest rally since 2020 on Friday after the company issued an uplifting forecast for the coming years at an investor event.

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American Express CFO says spending picked up at year-end, thanks to millennials and Gen Z

The pickup was especially fueled by millennials and Gen Z users, who spent more on experiences such as travel and entertainment.

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Trump crypto plans have Wall Street CEOs ready to jump into digital assets

Top Wall Street banks say they're ready to get more active in crypto if the Trump administration rolls out favorable policies.

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Novo Nordisk shares pop on early-stage weight loss drug trial results

The Danish pharmaceutical giant reported positive early-stage results for its once weekly amycretin obesity drug.

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Megacaps lead a major week of earnings as traders seek clarity on the state of the bull market

The Federal Reserve will also hold its January meeting, with key inflation data coming Friday. 

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Tesla starts sales of revamped Model Y in U.S. for about $60,000

Tesla will start deliveries of the Model Y Juniper in the U.S. in March.

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61% of young adults are financially stressed, report finds. Here's one safety net that can help

Many young adults feel stressed about money. Unexpected costs contribute to their anxiety. Here's what to do.

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