While legalizing marijuana is in limbo, FDA clears a PTSD study that could boost cannabis stocks over time
The move marks a rare action by the FDA to sanction a study on cannabis despite the plant’s current Schedule I classification under federal law as a drug with no therapeutic use, in the same category as heroin and LSD.
‘Wicked,’ ‘Gladiator II’ opening weekend heads for $200 million
Posters for Wicked and Gladiator II Sources: Universal (L), Paramount (R) The box office this weekend will be painted pink and green, with a splash of red. Universal’s “Wicked” and Paramount’s “Gladiator II” arrive ahead of the Thanksgiving holiday and are expected to tally more than $200 million in combined ticket sales this weekend. “‘Wicked’ […]
Retailers like Macy’s, Gap and TJX jack up store card APR
Tommy | Digitalvision Vectors | Getty Images Dozens of the largest U.S. retailers and their bank partners jacked up interest rates on their store-branded cards to record highs in the months before the Federal Reserve began cutting rates, as the companies looked to pad profits during a stretch of sluggish sales. At least 50 companies […]
Oil prices slip as weak European data trumps concerns about Russia and Ukraine
Crude-oil prices sank on Friday after a gauge of European business activity sank to a 10-month low, the latest indication that demand for the essential commodity was set to weaken.
Wayne Gretzky talks Alex Ovechkin NHL goals record pursuit
As Washington Capitals star Alex Ovechkin closes in on Wayne Gretzky’s all-time goals record, the Great One told CNBC he has nothing but admiration for the player who could soon dethrone him. “Alex has been exceptional for our game,” Gretzky said on CNBC’s “Squawk Box” on Thursday. “I hope I’m the first guy to shake […]
These tips for investing in mutual funds and ETFs help build a strong portfolio
Dividends, bitcoin and Beyoncé stir ETF interest.
Crypto investor pays $6 million for a banana — and plans to eat it
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. Crypto investor Justin Sun paid $6.2 million for a banana duct-taped to a wall, highlighting the soaring values of crypto and viral art. […]
Gap says it picked up wealthier shoppers, and more market share, despite weak clothing demand
Shares of Gap Inc. rallied after hours on Thursday after the clothing retailer pushed its full-year outlook higher and said the holiday shopping season was “off to a strong start.”
SailGP signs Rolex as title partner of global sailing competition
SailGP has signed Rolex as the first title partner of its global sailing competition. Courtesy: SailGP The self-described Formula 1 of sailing has signed Rolex as the first title partner of its elite sailboat racing competition. SailGP’s series of events, which kicks off its 2025 season in Dubai on Saturday, will now be known as […]
Ross says business is slower than before, and that it could have done better
Ross’s CEO is ‘disappointed’ with discount retailer’s sales as business slowed from the first half of the year.
