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CNBC releases its 2026 Official MLB Team Valuations, ranking all 30 franchises by value and highlighting how the landscape looks as of March 13, 2026, in a report by Michael Ozanian.
A CNBC on-air moment turned sour as Rick Santelli reacted to the Bureau of Labor Statistics’ February jobs report showing a 92,000 jobs loss and unemployment ticking up to 4.4%, with revisions downgrading January and December figures. The labor-force participation rate also lagged expectations, highlighting a softer labor market and complicating President Trump’s economic messaging amid rising gas prices tied to Iran tensions.
CNBC’s third annual Changemakers list honors women transforming business and philanthropy across sectors such as energy, finance, health care, media, retail, sports and tech, noting that women now lead a record 11% of Fortune 500 companies and are driving multibillion-dollar impact.
Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent says President Trump may decide on the next Federal Reserve chair as early as next week, with four candidates remaining and Trump having spoken to all of them. He also called Powell's Supreme Court appearance a mistake and stressed Fed independence, while expressing optimism about a nascent productivity boom in the U.S.
During a CNBC interview, President Trump claimed he has the best poll numbers ever, despite most Americans disapproving of his performance, with his current approval rating at 44%. He insisted his support is high among Republicans and dismissed unfavorable polls as 'fake,' even though evidence suggests his overall support is lower.
Virginia, once CNBC's top state for business, dropped to fourth place due to factors like federal workforce cuts, tariffs, and changes in ranking criteria, highlighting the complex interplay of federal policies, economic shifts, and political implications for the state's future competitiveness.
Art Cashin, a Wall Street veteran and UBS director of floor operations at the NYSE, has died at 83. Known for his market insights and regular appearances on CNBC, Cashin had a career spanning over 60 years, starting at Thomson McKinnon in 1959. He became a member of the NYSE at 23 and later joined PaineWebber, which was acquired by UBS. Cashin was also known for his daily newsletter, "Cashin’s Comments," and was a respected figure in the financial industry.
Comcast is planning to spin off its cable networks, including MSNBC and CNBC, into a separate entity. This move is part of a strategic restructuring to focus on its core broadband and streaming services.
Disney CEO Bob Iger tried to deflect questions about Elon Musk's support for Nelson Peltz joining Disney's board of directors, emphasizing that Musk's comments have no relevance to the company. Iger also discussed the company's focus on entertainment over messaging and the need to stay out of culture wars. The interview came after Peltz failed to secure enough votes during a shareholders' meeting, with Musk publicly endorsing Peltz's candidacy.
Walmart's strong earnings and foray into online advertising have raised questions about how Costco will fare in the retail landscape. CNBC's Investing Club, led by Jim Cramer, is now providing a written update called the Homestretch, offering actionable insights for the last hour of trading on Wall Street.
CNBC's ETF Edge, hosted by Bob Pisani, focuses on the rapidly growing trend of ETFs, with a panel of market experts providing educational and actionable advice every Monday to assist investors in building strong portfolios.
CNBC's Jim Cramer provided rapid-fire takes on 5 stocks in the news, offering his insights on their potential performance in the market.
CNBC's ETF Edge, hosted by Bob Pisani, focuses on the growing trend of ETFs in investing, with a particular emphasis on the remarkable flows in the semiconductor industry. The show features a panel of market experts providing educational and actionable advice to assist in building strong investment portfolios.
CNBC's Jim Cramer defends the high valuations of Big Tech megacap stocks, including Apple, Microsoft, Nvidia, Amazon, Alphabet, Meta, and Tesla, stating that their trillion-dollar valuations are well-deserved due to their substantial revenue streams. He refutes comparisons to the dot-com bubble, arguing that these companies have nowhere to go but up and shouldn't be penalized for their dominance in the market. Cramer highlights the strong quarterly earnings of Apple, Meta, and Amazon as evidence of their justified valuations.