After 15 years, the Giving Pledge yields mixed results
Warren Buffett, Bill and Melinda Gates, in an interview on May 5, 2015 CNBC A version of this article first appeared in CNBC’s Inside Wealth newsletter with Robert Frank, a weekly guide to the high-net-worth investor and consumer. Sign up to receive future editions, straight to your inbox. In June 2010, Bill Gates, Melinda French Gates and […]
Real estate startup Runwise is taking on record heat this summer
Runwise co-founders (L-R) Jeff Carleton, Lee Hoffman and Mike Cook. Courtesy of Runwise A version of this article first appeared in the CNBC Property Play newsletter with Diana Olick. Property Play covers new and evolving opportunities for the real estate investor, from individuals to venture capitalists, private equity funds, family offices, institutional investors and large […]
A voice breaking from the Fed ranks just heightened her push for cutting interest rates fast
Fed Gov. Michelle Bowman is doubling down on her call to cut interest rates, urging the central bank to move faster to protect what she sees as a weakening jobs market.
Restaurants like Starbucks, Smoothie King seek to join protein trend
Starbucks Protein Drink Courtesy: Starbucks Restaurant chains are joining in on the protein frenzy, hoping to encourage diners to pay more for extra macronutrients during a time when many consumers aren’t spending as much. From “gym bros” to users of GLP-1 drugs like Ozempic, many Americans are trying to add more protein to their diets, […]
Amazon documentary exposes ‘neglect and pain’ in many nursing homes. It’s only going to get worse.
The filmmaker’s mom suffered from chemical restraints, infections and dehydration. Here’s how you can protect your family members
More companies are monitoring, enforcing office attendance
Maskot | Digitalvision | Getty Images A version of this article first appeared in the CNBC Property Play newsletter with Diana Olick. Property Play covers new and evolving opportunities for the real estate investor, from individuals to venture capitalists, private equity funds, family offices, institutional investors and large public companies. Sign up to receive future editions, straight […]
Gold and bitcoin are both vying to be safe havens for investors. Why gold is winning so far this year.
There has been no shortage of investor jitters in 2025, and gold is showing no sign of ceding its crown as the go-to safe haven.
Craveworthy Brands becomes managing partner of Gregorys Coffee
Gregorys Coffee was founded in 2006 and has more than 50 locations. Source: Gregorys Coffee Craveworthy Brands is now investor and managing partner of Gregorys Coffee, a New York City-based coffee chain with dreams of a nationwide footprint. The two companies announced the deal on Thursday. Financial terms were not disclosed. Craveworthy Brands, a fast-growing […]
Family office deal-making slides with some bright spots in Europe
Key Points Private investment firms of the ultra-rich made 60% fewer direct investments in July compared with the same period last year, according to Fintrx. Rattled by tariff uncertainty, some family offices have been investing more overseas, especially in European startups. Infinitas Capital’s Robin Lauber told CNBC why the Swiss family office is optimistic despite […]
‘This scam stuff is going to get worse’: A man approached me in my car — he had a crazy story
“I got rid of him by asking for a business card and a company name, and he bugged out.”
