Japan July real wages turn positive for first time in 7 months
September 5, 2025
"The significant contribution to real wage growth comes from factors such as bonus increases and the steady rise in regular wages," an official said.
International
Asia-Pacific markets set to open mixed after Trump formalizes lower Japanese auto tariffs
September 5, 2025
Japan's Nikkei 225 was set to open higher after U.S. President Donald Trump formalized a lower tariff on Japanese auto imports at 15%.
JPMorgan names humanoid robot stocks to buy as Musk stakes Tesla’s future on the tech
September 5, 2025
JPMorgan sees a few key players benefiting from the fast-growing humanoid robot market.
OpenAI is going big in India — here’s everything the ChatGPT developer is up to
September 5, 2025
OpenAI is looking to expand its infrastructure and hiring in India after CEO Sam Altman visited the country this year.
How Gen Z workers are reshaping corporate norms as they return to office
September 5, 2025
"Gen Z is reshaping workplace norms by introducing new ways of working that reflect their values, digital fluency, and desire for authenticity," one expert told CNBC Make It.
Atlassian agrees to acquire The Browser Co. for $610 million
September 5, 2025
OpenAI and Perplexity both reportedly looked at acquiring the startup.
Broadcom’s stock pops on mystery $10 billion AI customer
September 5, 2025
Broadcom has been one of the biggest winners in the artificial intelligence boom and investor expectations are growing.
RFK Jr. casts doubts on vaccines, clashes with Democrats over Covid shot access
September 5, 2025
Kennedy said he supports a statement made by a newly appointed member of a key government vaccine panel that mRNA vaccines pose a dangerous risk to people.
Holiday inventory levels are tea leaves to read the state of retailers and consumer spending
September 5, 2025
"Demand has been softer than normal" as business cuts inventory because of tariff-based uncertainties or because of stock brought in earlier, one shipper says.
T. Rowe Price shares jump after deal where Goldman will invest $1 billion in asset manager
September 5, 2025
Goldman will buy up to $1 billion in T. Rowe Price common stock through open market purchases with the intention to own up to 3.5%.
S&P 500 closes at fresh record high Thursday on hope jobs report won’t be too cold or hot
September 5, 2025
The S&P 500 closed at a fresh record high after an afternoon boost pushed stocks solidly into the green.
Orsted sues to save offshore wind farm from Trump administration axe
September 5, 2025
Orsted asked the United States District Court for the District of Columbia to set aside the stop-work order, calling it "unlawful" and "issued in bad faith."
White House lambasts $2 trillion Norwegian wealth fund’s Caterpillar exit
September 5, 2025
U.S. officials hit out at the fund's exit from American machinery maker Caterpillar, which came amid concerns to the firm's ties to the conflict in Gaza.
Musk will not attend Trump tech CEO dinner at White House
September 5, 2025
Invitees include Meta founder Mark Zuckerberg, Apple CEO Tim Cook, Microsoft founder Bill Gates and OpenAI founder Sam Altman. Elon Musk will not attend.
GM cuts output, delays work at major EV factories, citing weak demand: Reuters
September 5, 2025
The plant produces the midsize Cadillac Lyriq — a relative hit and one of GM's top-selling EVs — and the Vistiq, a larger electric SUV.
European markets close higher; Denmark’s Orsted launches U.S. lawsuit over wind farm blockage
September 5, 2025
European stock markets closed higher on Thursday as global investors assessed U.S. jobs data.
Downpours stymy aid teams following deadly landslide in war-torn Sudan
September 4, 2025
War-torn Sudan continues to face “a horrific humanitarian situation” as UN colleagues scramble to help communities affected by the devastating landslide that struck Tarseen village in South Darfur state over the weekend, UN Spokesperson Stéphane Dujarr...
The ‘unthinkable’ is underway in Gaza City, UNICEF warns
September 4, 2025
The UN Children’s Fund (UNICEF) called on Thursday for the international community to do everything possible to prevent catastrophe in Gaza City as Israel ramps up military operations ahead of a planned full takeover.
UN rights office alarm over escalation in Gaza City, annexation plans for West Bank
September 4, 2025
A senior official from the UN human rights office, OHCHR, said on Thursday he was extremely concerned over intensifying Israeli military operations in northern Gaza – including Gaza City – and warned against any attempt to annex parts of the West Bank....
World News in Brief: Afghanistan quake update, Guterres in Papua New Guinea, Ebola returns to DR Congo, UN condemns attack on peacekeepers in South Sudan
September 4, 2025
As the death toll from the Afghanistan earthquake disaster jumped to more than 2,200 on Thursday, UN agencies continued to help, while calling for funding to help build sturdier housing to withstand future shocks.
CNBC’s Inside India newsletter: How ‘Digital India’ is driving Big Tech investments into the country
September 4, 2025
India's digital growth story is drawing investments and attracting global tech giants, fueled in large parts by a gigantic talent pool and tech userbase.
UK feels the heat as investors and critics question its future
September 4, 2025
A spike in long-term borrowing costs, concerns over the forthcoming Autumn Budget and political instability — it's just another normal week for the U.K.
India cuts tax rates to spur consumption, blunt tariff impact
September 4, 2025
India's GST, which was criticized in the past for being complicated, was simplified to a two-rate structure of 5% and 18%, instead of the current four slabs.
Fund manager sees ‘generational opportunity’ in this bond market as yields touch multi-decade highs
September 4, 2025
Investors need to look through volatility at the value opportunity on offer across government bonds, according to James Carter, fund manager at W1M.
Huawei launches second trifold smartphone at $2,500 as it looks to cement comeback
September 4, 2025
Huawei's Mate XTs will run HarmonyOS 5.1, the latest version of the company's own operating system.
Luxury carmaker Porsche to drop out of Germany’s DAX index as U.S. tariffs bite
September 4, 2025
Sportscar manufacturer Porsche will soon drop out of Germanys blue-chip DAX index following a dramatic share price slump.
Nvidia-backed Cohesity eyes 2026 IPO with valuation rivaling $17 billion Rubrik
September 4, 2025
The move would mark an important milestone for the Nvidia-backed company, which shelved IPO plans in 2021 to first execute a merger with its rival Veritas.
AI skills are in high demand — and employers are willing to pay a premium for them
September 4, 2025
More roles across various sectors require AI skills and employers are paying premium salaries to AI-literate workers.
Investors are dumping bonds globally while gold is soaring. Here’s why
September 4, 2025
A global bond rout is underway, but gold prices, which typically suffer when yields rise, have surged to new highs.
Italy used to be the bad boy of Europe. Now, France is taking the baton
September 4, 2025
The ongoing turmoil in France has led to it being called the "new Italy," with Rome no stranger to political upheaval and economic frailty in the past.
How are Gen Zs affording luxury trips? For some, it’s all a facade
September 4, 2025
From debt to deception, Gen Zs use dubious methods to portray travel lifestyles that go beyond their means. Those who know them explain how they do it.
Why so many millionaires are moving to Italy
September 4, 2025
A new wave of the uber wealthy is relocating to the European country — looking to take advantage of its investor friendly environment, thriving real estate market and low tax regime.
S&P 500 futures rise after Google avoids harsh antitrust penalty: Live updates
September 3, 2025
Investors raked in profits on Tuesday as the three major U.S. indexes closed in the red.
Alphabet stock pops 6% in premarket trading after Google avoids break-up in antitrust case
September 3, 2025
Alphabet shares rose 6% in premarket trading on Wednesday as investors viewed the result of Google's antitrust case as broadly favorable.
World’s largest sovereign wealth fund invests $543 million in Manhattan office building
September 3, 2025
Norway’s $2 trillion sovereign wealth fund will own a 95% stake in the property, marking its latest major real estate investment.
Translation startup DeepL launches an AI ‘agent’ in challenge to players like OpenAI
September 3, 2025
DeepL launched the AI DeepL Agent on Wednesday aimed at enterprises, pitting it against companies like Microsoft and Anthropic.
Quantum computing startup IQM raises $320 million as investors pile into the tech
September 3, 2025
IQM said it would use the fresh cash to ramp up investments in technology and commercial growth.
Afghanistan quake: Rescuers arrive on foot, survivors need everything
September 3, 2025
A massive assistance mission for earthquake survivors continued in Afghanistan on Wednesday as aid teams tackled blocked roads and downed communications lines in a bid to reach the most remote communities still in need of help.