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SpaceX stock jumps 20% in first full day of trading after record debut

SpaceX is valued at over $2 trillion after its stock rallied on the first day of trading last week.

Gavin Newsom says Trump ordered DOJ to investigate him and his wife

California Gov. Newsom called President Donald Trump "simply the most corrupt President in American history."

China economy weakens further in May as retail sales post first drop in over three years

China's retail sales fell for the first time in more than three years in May, while urban investment contracted more than expected, adding to signs the economic slump deepened.

Nvidia plans to raise at least $20 billion in its first debt sale since start of AI boom

Nvidia is set to raise capital in a debt sale for the first time since 2021, when the chipmaker was a fraction of its current size.

The Iran deal came just in time as Strategic Petroleum Reserve hits lowest level since 1983

Oil executives have warned that global inventories are rapidly depleting due to the supply disruption triggered by the Iran war.

Trump trusts Fed Chair Kevin Warsh. It matters for more than interest rates

New Fed Chair Kevin Warsh is expected to hold interest rates steady this week, but President Donald Trump’s trust gives him room to pursue longer-term changes.

CNBC's The China Connection newsletter: Waiting for AI to lift the whole market

China's economy sees a lift from artificial intelligence-related industries, while real estate and domestic demand remain lackluster.

Vance says 'a lot' of Iran deal details to figure out, but U.S. has 'all the cards'

Vance on CNBC's "Squawk Box" expressed confidence that America has "all the cards" in subsequent talks with Iran.

Warsh's Fed is likely to hold rates steady — what the leadership change could mean for your money

The Federal Reserve's June meeting, the first helmed by new Fed Chair Kevin Warsh, may impact many consumer borrowing and savings rates down the road.

Sen. Warren asks Trump if administration plans to raise Social Security retirement age

In a new letter to President Donald Trump, Sen. Elizabeth Warren, D-Mass., asks what the administration's plans are for Social Security reform.

People in China are watching the World Cup differently this time

A 12-hour-plus time difference and various streaming options are influencing how people in China watch the World Cup.

How the Strait of Hormuz reopening could unfold if the U.S.-Iran deal is implemented

Tanker traffic through Hormuz could quickly increase but it is unclear whether transits will approach prewar levels, according to Kpler.

CFTC chair Selig defends decision to approve ‘perps’ in U.S.

Michael Selig said that incumbents will always fear the future, but it's important to develop the new asset class domestically rather than only offshore.

Wall Street's fear gauge tumbles as traders bid up SpaceX shares

The biggest IPO has been digested without a hiccup, and Wall Street's so-called "fear gauge" is back below its long-term average.

Centene to offer buyouts to some employees as health insurer cuts costs

The health insurer Centene did not indicate to how many employees were offered buyouts or how much it is aiming to reduce its workforce.

Fox to buy streaming device maker Roku for $22 billion

Fox, the owner of the news and sports networks, said it has reached a deal to acquire Roku for about $22 billion in enterprise value.

I want people to be millionaires — Jim Cramer's blueprint to make money in any market

In this exclusive interview, Jim walks through how investors should think about identifying a small group of individual stocks to complement a diversified portfolio

Anthropic to meet with Trump administration over Mythos dispute

Anthropic received an export control directive that ordered the company to suspend access to its latest AI models by any foreign national.

Oil tumbles on US-Iran deal framework: How one trader is playing the move

Airline stocks are rallying Monday and the U.S. Global Jets ETF (JETS) is on the verge of a new high for the year.

U.S.-Iran deal explained: What we know — and what remains unresolved

Stocks rose after a preliminary U.S.-Iran agreement, but questions remain over Hormuz, Israel and what follows a potential signing in Geneva.

Dick's Sporting Goods expanding Lids shops to 100 locations

Dick's Sporting Goods announced a partnership to bring Lids shops to 100 Dick's stores.

Vance says U.S. expects Strait of Hormuz to be open 'toll free' long term

The U.S. and Iran have issued conflicting statements on how the Strait of Hormuz will be managed.

Ron Baron bought $1 billion of SpaceX shares in IPO, lifting stake to $25 billion

"I think we're gonna make hundreds of billions of dollars," Baron said Monday on CNBC's "Squawk Box."

Electronic Arts launches EA Advertising, a new way for brands to advertise 'directly into gameplay'

Electronic Arts announced EA Advertising, a new way for brands to connect with fans through its portfolio of games, from stadium signs to custom content.

Oil prices fall about 5% as Iran deal is set to open Hormuz Strait

"The Deal with the Islamic Republic of Iran is now complete," Trump said in a Truth Social post.

SpaceX doesn't have a timeline for its human missions to Mars. Kalshi traders say don't expect it this decade

Traders on prediction market platform Kalshi see only an 18% chance the Elon Musk-led company gets to Earth's neighbor by 2030.

KFC leans into boneless chicken, new drinks as chain tries to regain market share

KFC is facing more competition from legacy giants and upstarts alike, thanks to the growing global popularity of chicken.

Salesforce to buy AI customer service platform Fin for $3.6 billion to boost agentic offerings

Businesses are accelerating their agentic offerings for enterprises as competition heats up.

Charlie Javice reportedly seeking a pardon from Trump

Javice founded a startup called Frank that JPMorgan acquired in 2021 for $175 million.

Trump says France must scrap tech 'sales tax' or face 100% wine tariffs: NY Post

President Donald Trump issued the threat ahead of this week's G7 summit in Évian-les-Bains, France.

US saw risk of Anthropic models being diverted to foreign military intelligence

Microsoft taps Amazon to ease GitHub AI-driven strains - Business Insider

GM in talks to supply weapons parts to Lockheed Martin- WSJ

US stock futures fall slightly after Wall St surges on Iran cheer, tech rally

Mondelez names consumer goods veteran Amit Banati as CFO

GM in talks to supply weapons parts to Lockheed Martin, WSJ reports

Yorkville International Capital prices $200M IPO on NASDAQ

US closes probe into 2024 Delta Air Lines meltdown sparked by CrowdStrike outage

Newmont names new CFO, COO as part of leadership overhaul

Nvidia to raise $25 billion in first corporate bond sale in five years

The biggest risk to your retirement isn’t a market crash — it’s a crisis you probably haven’t planned for

Health-related financial risks are the No. 1 threat to retirement security.

How to work in retirement without seeing your Social Security checks slashed

Claiming benefits before full retirement age while keeping a job can trigger unexpected withholdings — but the money isn’t lost forever.

Need a credit-score boost? Call your credit-card company and ask for this — but proceed with caution.

A credit-limit increase can help strained borrowers improve how their financial picture looks on paper.

Roku’s sale to Fox for $22 billion raises a big question

Roku’s stock is rallying to a four-year high after agreeing to be bought by Fox in a deal valued at $22 billion.

Here’s when gas prices will come down if the U.S. deal to end the Iran war pans out

The average retail gasoline price was just above the psychologically significant $4-per-gallon mark on Monday.

Options traders are bracing for a very busy week, with June ‘triple witching’ and launch of SpaceX contracts on deck

Options traders are bracing for what could be a very busy few days as a number of potentially market-moving developments are being crammed into a shortened four-day trading week.

I’m 55 and earn $100,000. Should I take a $2,900 monthly pension — or $2,200 with 3% annual hikes?

“I plan to continue working until age 60.”

‘We own our home outright’: I am 67 and earn $100,000. Do I take my $30,000 Social Security now or wait?

“We have combined savings of $950,000 in retirement plans, Roth IRAs and Treasuries.”

Why Western Digital’s stock was the S&P 500’s biggest gainer on Monday

Storage stocks are hot as investor appreciation builds for the companies’ pricing potential.

I’m spending $170,000 to upgrade my home for my aging parents. Can I get tax breaks?

“Given that at least half of the remodeling cost is to accommodate my disabled mother, I’m wondering if some of this may be tax deductible.”

Trump administration considers $300bn fund for Iran if deal is upheld

Incentives would be tied to Tehran’s ‘performance’ including over opening of the Strait of Hormuz and nuclear talks

Average US petrol price falls below $4 on plan to reopen Strait of Hormuz

As cost at the pump declines to nearly two-month low, analysts warn risk of a surge ‘has not completely disappeared’

Netanyahu faces domestic backlash over US-Iran agreement

Prime minister launches a fierce defence of his wartime policies, insisting the strikes on Iran had been a success

Stocks surge as US-Iran deal ignites global rally

Investor sentiment also helped by SpaceX’s historic initial public offering

How the US-Iran deal came together

Mediators spent weeks working on a plan to bridge nearly half a century of hostility between Washington and Tehran

Iran deal leaves Trump fighting a war at home

Conflict has split the Republican Party and left Americans facing higher prices with no clear sense of victory

Gavin Newsom says Trump has ordered justice department to investigate him

California governor is considered a potential Democratic presidential candidate for 2028

Chipmaker Nvidia seeks to raise over $25bn in first bond deal since 2021

Debt sale set to test investor appetite for further exposure to AI sector amid a deluge of borrowing

SpaceX shares gain for second day after blockbuster debut

Elon Musk’s AI, satellite and rocket group climbs 19.6% further on Monday

China summons Walmart chain Sam’s Club over food safety issues

US retailer has expanded rapidly in world’s second-largest economy