The U.S. Department of Justice has opened an investigation into the NFL over potential anticompetitive tactics, a government official told CNBC. The investigation stems from questions about "affordability for consumers and creating an even playing field for providers," the official said. The government's investigation comes as the NFL is looking...
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Trump Accounts put Robinhood in front of the next generation of investors, says CEO Vlad Tenev
Robinhood's new partnership with the U.S. Treasury Department on children's so-called Trump Accounts is going to drive exposure to the company among emerging investors, benefiting its future growth, according to Vlad Tenev.On Monday, the Treasury said it has selected Robinhood alongside BNY Mellon to help power Trump accounts – tax-deferred,...
Inflation held sticky at 3% as U.S. headed into war with Iran, key Fed gauge shows
Core inflation held above the Federal Reserve's target before the recent surge in energy prices, according to a key gauge released Thursday that offers the central bank a snapshot of conditions leading into the Iran war.The core personal consumption expenditures price index, which excludes food and energy, rose a seasonally...
The Chinese box office isn’t the Hollywood kingmaker it used to be. Here’s why
Posters of films are on display at a cinema in Shanghai, Aug. 31, 2025.Vcg | Visual China Group | Getty ImagesHollywood has lost one of its most lucrative theatrical markets. It's unclear if it will ever win it back. The Chinese box office was once a coveted space for American-made...
Buffett may end donations to Gates charity over Bill’s ties to Epstein
BECKY QUICK: Warren, welcome. It is wonderful to see you this morning.WARREN BUFFETT: It is fun to be on.QUICK: You are on for an interesting reason.For 22 years, you had been holding an annual luncheon — an auction for a luncheon — to benefit the Glide Foundation in San Francisco.You retired from...