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Why you’ll see more red ‘rollback’ price signs at Walmart

February 18, 2022 11:47 AM CNN Newsource

By Nathaniel Meyersohn, CNN Business Expect to see more bright-red “Rollback” signs at Walmart stores as inflation bites, the company…

A Super Bowl hangover for sports betting companies

February 18, 2022 11:20 AM CNN Newsource

By Paul R. La Monica, CNN Business The Super Bowl was a bonanza for the gambling business thanks to new customers from New York, which recently…

‘Uncharted’ banks on Tom Holland for a big debut

February 18, 2022 10:06 AM CNN Newsource

By Frank Pallotta, CNN Business After swinging through New York City as Spider-Man, Tom Holland returns this weekend with another film that has him…

Home prices up 15.4% in January from a year ago

February 18, 2022 8:35 AM CNN Newsource

By Anna Bahney, CNN Business Home prices climbed in January as inventory fell to a new record low. The median price for a home last month was…

How cryptocurrencies could trigger a financial crisis

February 18, 2022 6:16 AM CNN Newsource

By Julia Horowitz, CNN Business Gone are the days when bitcoin, ether and other cryptocurrencies could be thought of as a niche corner of financial…

Chamath Palihapitiya resigns as chairman of Virgin Galactic

February 18, 2022 5:56 AM CNN Newsource

By Chris Isidore, CNN Business Billionaire investor Chamath Palihapitiya, who was one of the executives to help take Virgin Galactic public, has…

Beijing says it is ‘seriously concerned’ as India cracks down on Chinese companies

February 18, 2022 1:49 AM CNN Newsource

By Diksha Madhok, CNN Business Beijing said that it is “seriously concerned” about actions India has taken against Chinese companies this…

Sean Hannity dares Hillary Clinton to sue as she warns network’s dishonest coverage gets ‘close to actual malice’

February 17, 2022 10:12 PM CNN Newsource

By Oliver Darcy, CNN Business A version of this article first appeared in the “Reliable Sources” newsletter. You can sign up for free…

The US accuses Tencent and Alibaba of letting sellers traffic fake goods

February 17, 2022 9:31 PM CNN Newsource

By Michelle Toh, CNN Business The United States name-checked some of China’s biggest companies, including platforms operated by Tencent and…

US stocks fall again as Russian invasion threat continues

February 17, 2022 7:21 PM CNN Newsource

By Rishi Iyengar and Michelle Toh, CNN Business US stocks slid Friday as investors continued to track geopolitical developments in Eastern Europe…

Tesla plunges seven spots in annual Consumer Reports ranking

February 17, 2022 3:25 PM CNN Newsource

By Chris Isidore, CNN Business Consumer Reports took a decidedly more negative view of Tesla in this year’s rankings of vehicles. The Model 3,…

US government investigates Tesla cars after reports of unexpected braking

February 17, 2022 1:30 PM CNN Newsource

By Matt McFarland, CNN Business The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration is investigating reports of Teslas braking unexpectedly while…

Are rising prices affecting your household and financial decisions? Share your story

February 17, 2022 1:17 PM CNN Newsource

By Anneken Tappe, CNN Business Prices are soaring in America. The pandemic has spurred inflation not seen in decades. Used and new cars, gas,…

Dow has its worst day of the year, falling 622 points amid Russia-Ukraine invasion fears

February 17, 2022 12:42 PM CNN Newsource

By Paul R. La Monica, CNN Business President Joe Biden and Secretary of State Antony Blinken believe a Russian invasion of Ukraine could happen in a…

Elon Musk says the SEC is gunning for his free speech rights

February 17, 2022 12:27 PM CNN Newsource

By Chris Isidore, CNN Business Elon Musk is convinced that the Securities Exchange Commission is gunning for him and his free speech rights because…

Apple investors urged to vote against a nearly $100 million pay package for CEO Tim Cook

February 17, 2022 11:36 AM CNN Newsource

By Paul R. La Monica, CNN Business Apple is the most valuable company on the planet. And as a reward for the iPhone maker’s success, CEO Tim…

A next-generation Chevrolet could have airless tires

February 17, 2022 11:32 AM CNN Newsource

By Peter Valdes-Dapena, CNN Business Michelin has been working with General Motors to develop airless tires that will be sold on a next-generation…

How a beloved orange tabby cat became a voice for America’s union workers

February 17, 2022 11:07 AM CNN Newsource

By Allison Morrow, CNN Business An orange tabby cat named Jorts has become something of a mascot of the labor movement in America. And if none of…

Coca-Cola introduces a first-of-its-kind flavor

February 17, 2022 11:01 AM CNN Newsource

By Danielle Wiener-Bronner, CNN Business Coke’s new flavor is out of this world. At least, that’s the idea behind Coca-Cola Starlight, a…

America’s return-to-office could mean yet another round of resignations

February 17, 2022 10:22 AM CNN Newsource

By Anneken Tappe, CNN Business America’s “Great Resignation” has transformed the workforce, leading to higher wages and better…

Taco Bell is bringing back a fan-favorite dessert after a seven-year wait

February 17, 2022 10:13 AM CNN Newsource

By Jordan Valinsky, CNN Business Taco Bell is bringing back a fan-favorite frozen dessert. The Klondike Choco Taco will be added to menus at 20 Taco…

‘Stranger Things’ announces when it will end

February 17, 2022 10:04 AM CNN Newsource

By Frank Pallotta, CNN Business The upside-down world of Eleven, Sheriff Jim Hopper and Hawkins, Indiana, is coming to an end. “Stranger…

What is a financial coach and who really needs one?

February 17, 2022 9:48 AM CNN Newsource

By Jeanne Sahadi, CNN Business Want help figuring out how to buy a home or pay down debt? Clueless about budgeting? Just want a second opinion on…

Charlie Munger defends windowless dorms and China investments

February 17, 2022 8:27 AM CNN Newsource

By Paul R. La Monica, CNN Business A conversation with 98-year old Berkshire Hathaway vice chairman Charlie Munger is never dull. Munger talked about…

A shorter work week, cash to invest: Companies add perks to attract workers

February 17, 2022 8:24 AM CNN Newsource

By Kathryn Vasel It’s a job seekers’ market, and employers are stepping up their benefits in a bid to attract and retain workers. People…

Mortgage rates jump to nearly 4%

February 17, 2022 8:08 AM CNN Newsource

By Anna Bahney, CNN Business Mortgage rates increased again, rising to a level not seen since summer 2019. The 30-year fixed-rate mortgage averaged…

Why inflation is about to peak

February 17, 2022 7:32 AM CNN Newsource

Opinion by Erik Lundh for CNN Business Perspectives Last year was a tough one for American consumers. Prices for just about everything, from eggs to…

Elon Musk’s Neuralink confirms monkeys died in project, denies animal cruelty claims

February 17, 2022 7:08 AM CNN Newsource

By Hannah Ryan, CNN Business Elon Musk’s implant company Neuralink, which aims to enable brains to connect and communicate with computers, has…

Do supply chains hold the key to reducing inflation?

February 17, 2022 6:07 AM CNN Newsource

By Julia Horowitz, CNN Business Economists and investors have been closely watching climbing producer prices and wages for clues on where inflation…

Larry Summers: The Fed is ‘well behind’ the curve on inflation and should stop stimulus ASAP

February 16, 2022 12:28 PM CNN Newsource

By Matt Egan, CNN Business Economist Larry Summers called on the Federal Reserve Wednesday to take immediate action to catch up to inflation.…