Hospital leaders across Connecticut are mounting a fierce defense against a proposed increase in the state's provider tax, arguing that chronic Medicaid underpayments have pushed the healthcare system to a breaking point where new taxes could jeopardize care for vulnerable communities.
Nvidia CEO Jensen Huang predicts the AI revolution will fuel a historic infrastructure build-out, creating high-paying jobs for skilled trades. While wage growth is already evident, experts caution the sustainability of this boom hinges on addressing deep-seated labor shortages and long-term economic shifts.
UnitedHealth Group, already navigating a turbulent period, confronts a new challenge as federal regulators propose a near-flat payment increase for Medicare Advantage plans in 2027, threatening a key revenue driver for the healthcare giant.
TerraCom Limited's non-executive chairman has significantly increased his investment in the company, signaling insider confidence as the coal miner navigates a challenging market.
As Chinese automakers reshape Europe's automotive landscape, Ford is in advanced talks with Geely to share technology and manufacturing capacity, signaling a strategic shift for Western carmakers facing intense competition.
Bitcoin fell below $73,000 on Feb. 4, 2026, reaching its lowest level since April 2025 and triggering a double-digit selloff in major mining stocks. The decline extends a four-month retreat from all-time highs, pressured by large holder sales and waning mining profitability.
Commonwealth Financial Network has reached a settlement with the SEC, bringing to a close a five-year legal battle over allegations the firm failed to disclose conflicts in mutual fund share class recommendations.
The Internal Revenue Service has announced its annual inflation adjustments for the 2026 tax year, featuring higher standard deductions, expanded tax brackets, and a modest rise in the SALT deduction cap. While the changes are incremental, financial experts say proactive planning could yield meaningful savings for many households when filing in 2027.
In a major policy shift, the U.S. Commodity Futures Trading Commission has withdrawn a proposed rule that sought to outlaw prediction contracts on political events, clearing regulatory uncertainty for the growing industry.
Fox Corporation surpassed Wall Street's revenue forecasts for its fiscal second quarter, driven by robust advertising demand for Fox News and Major League Baseball playoffs, even without the boost of a major election cycle.
As Oracle races to meet a massive $300 billion cloud deal with OpenAI, a TD Cowen report suggests the tech giant may resort to selling assets and cutting tens of thousands of jobs to finance its costly data center build-out, raising questions about its stock's trajectory.
An Italian appeals court has ruled that a recycling company unfairly dismissed an employee for briefly falling asleep at his desk, ordering his reinstatement with back pay. The judgment highlighted broader issues of workplace isolation and punitive management tactics.
A super PAC linked to AIPAC has launched a $2.2 million ad campaign against former Rep. Tom Malinowski, a moderate Democrat who questioned unconditional aid to Israel. Critics see the move as a warning to other candidates ahead of the 2026 midterms.
Diplomats from Washington and Tehran are set to meet in Muscat this week for high-stakes negotiations aimed at de-escalating tensions and addressing Iran's nuclear program, ballistic missile activities, and regional influence.
The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration has launched a preliminary investigation into Waymo's self-driving system following an incident where a child was hit near an elementary school. The case raises urgent questions about autonomous vehicle performance in complex, child-dense environments.
Reason's Robby Soave argues the mass release of Jeffrey Epstein-related files has fueled a partisan witch hunt, prioritizing political smears over justice and threatening civil liberties.
With Jerome Powell's term as Federal Reserve Chair set to conclude in May 2026 and Kevin Warsh nominated as his successor, market strategists are eyeing potential winners in Financials, Small-Caps, and Real Estate ETFs.
Sugar futures extended their decline this week, with prices hitting multi-year lows in London, as analysts project persistent global surpluses for the coming seasons, driven by robust harvests in Brazil and India.
Mad Money host Jim Cramer pushed back against recent selling pressure on Centrus Energy Corp. (LEU), calling the nuclear fuel and services company fundamentally sound during a recent segment, while acknowledging its speculative nature within a portfolio.
CNBC's Jim Cramer doubled down on his endorsement of Dollar General stock, highlighting the discount retailer's strong positioning amid ongoing economic pressures and sharing a positive personal shopping experience.
