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Russia tries to stem panic over the plummeting ruble, as the central bank is forced to intervene

The ruble weakened to 114 against the greenback earliest this week — hitting its lowest level since March 2022, shortly after Russia invaded Ukraine.

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France's political chaos drives borrowing costs to the same level as Greece's for the first time

France's brewing political crisis is spilling into financial markets with French borrowing costs hitting the same level as debt-ridden Greece's for the first time.

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These economists say artificial intelligence can narrow U.S. deficits by improving health care

Economists at the Brookings Institution estimate AI could reduce the U.S. budget deficit some $900 billion by 2044.

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Lebanon had 'no say in the decision to go to war,' foreign minister says

Both Israel and Hezbollah have accused each other of breaching the cease-fire agreement less than 48 hours after it was agreed.

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36-year-old quit 6-figure Wall Street job—now he earns $1,000 an hour working from home as a tutor: 'More fulfilling than I ever could have imagined'

In 2014, Steve Menking quit his job as an equities trader on Wall Street to become a tutor: "I felt called to teach." In 2023, he earned over $500,000.

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CNBC's Inside India newsletter: The causes and costs of India's brain drain

India's brain drain is not unique to the country. It is a perennial issue in emerging or developing markets, given their growing class of educated and aspirational millennials.

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To keep cranberries on your Thanksgiving table, scientists use AI to 'scale up and be more efficient'—it offers 'huge time savings'

Cranberries are a Thanksgiving staple in many U.S. households — and scientists hope AI can help keep crops abundant and affordable, despite climate change.

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Glassdoor CEO: I refuse to work late or on weekends in front of my kids—I'd rather go back to my office

Glassdoor CEO Christian Sutherland-Wong tries not to answer work emails or text messages around his kids. That's a smart practice, researchers say.

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South Korea's largest K-pop agency loses $423 million in value as girl group NewJeans set to part ways

The group claimed that there was a breach of contract by their label ADOR, which is a sublabel of K-pop powerhouse Hybe.

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Barclays prefers Germany over France as it sends 'bond vigilante' warning

French borrowing costs drew level with Greece's for the first time on record this week, showing the extent of market concerns.

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Buy Big Tech firms with exposure to emerging markets, says veteran investor Mark Mobius

Veteran emerging markets investor Mark Mobius believes U.S. tech firms geared toward Asia are set to "do well" in 2025.

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India's quarterly growth slumps to a near two-year low, well below expectations

The Reserve Bank of India had forecast an expansion of 7% for the period.

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Trump voters could fuel holiday spending, while Harris supporters may pull back

President-elect Donald Trump's supporters feel better about the economy's prospects now that he's in office, which means they'll likely spend more this holiday.

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As retailers enter the holiday shopping season, the winners are pulling away from the pack

Retailers' earnings reports show a sharp divide between brands that are winning sales and those that are missing out.

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College Football Playoff expansion boosts advertising, viewership at Disney

Disney's TV networks, including ABC and ESPN, are reaping the benefits of the expanded College Football Playoff format this season.

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Swiss wealth manager Lombard Odier indicted on money laundering charges

Lombard Odier — one of Switzerland's oldest private banks — has been indicted by Swiss prosecutors on charges of aggravated money laundering.

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Bitcoin heads for nearly 40% November gain as it edges closer to $100,000

Bitcoin is tracking for its best month since February after Trump's reelection catapulted the flagship cryptocurrency to new records in November.

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You're 'wired' to overspend during the holidays, expert says — here's what to do about it

Consumers are hardwired to think more of short-term gratification than long-term goals.

Business - CNBC - 21 hours ago

39-year-old self-made millionaire: This is 'the best way to level up in your career' and build wealth

Crush Your Money Goals founder and self-made millionaire Bernadette Joy is an introvert. Here's how she successfully promotes herself and her work online.

Business - CNBC - 23 hours ago

10 affordable and thoughtful gifts under $50, recommended by Make It staff: 'I'd buy it again in a heartbeat'

CNBC Make It staff recommends these practical, budget-friendly gift ideas for the holidays: They're ideal for ideal for family, friends or Secret Santa.

Business - CNBC - 22 hours ago

Student loan borrowers may face higher payments under Trump

Consumer advocates are worried about the fate of the U.S. Department of Education's SAVE repayment plan in a second Trump administration.

Business - CNBC - 22 hours ago

New stock exchange aiming to offer 23-hour trading set to launch in 2025

The arrival of the 24X National Exchange is part of a broader push toward a wider window of time for stock trading.

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Applying this '$1 rule' is the secret to guilt-free shopping, expert says. Here's how it works

By measuring purchases by how much you will use them, you can make sure you get the most bang for your buck.

Business - CNBC - 22 hours ago

Elon Musk and Vivek Ramaswamy to meet with House Republicans on DOGE plans

Elon Musk and Vivek Ramaswamy will head to Capitol Hill next week to meet with Republicans on their plan to slash regulations and other parts of the federal government.