Holiday Hiring Sends Mixed Signals Ahead of 2026 Season

Seasonal job postings are up in 2026, but major retailers are leaning on permanent staff instead of temporary hires.

AI Spending Surge Drives US Equipment Investment in September

Business spending on equipment jumped in September, fueled by an AI investment boom that signals continued corporate confidence in tech infrastructure.

Netanyahu Win Could Trigger Wave of Israeli Emigration

A potential Netanyahu victory may push significant numbers of Israelis to leave the country, raising long-term demographic and economic questions.

Housing Data Sends Fresh Warning Signals Ahead of Fed Decision

September housing numbers worsened just as the Fed weighs whether to keep hiking rates. Here's what traders need to know.

Why College Students Are More Perfectionist Than Ever

Economic anxiety and social comparison are driving a perfectionism surge on campuses. Here's what experts say is fueling it.

What Does the American Dream Mean Across 4 Generations?

Notable voices in politics, finance, and relationships share six distinct visions of success and happiness in America today.

AI Is Gutting Cover Letters — Here's When to Still Write One

Cover letters are becoming obsolete thanks to AI, but knowing when to use one can still give job seekers an edge.

How AI Is Reshaping Career Paths for Older Workers

New research shows AI is pushing some older workers out while making others more efficient. Here's what you need to know.

How AI Is Reshaping Career Paths for Older Workers

New research shows AI is pushing some older workers out of jobs while boosting efficiency for others. Here's what you need to know.

20 Years of CNBC State Rankings: Winners and Losers Revealed

Two decades of CNBC's Top States for Business rankings expose which states consistently dominated and which repeatedly fell behind.

Want a Job After College? Ditch the GPA Chase, Get to Work

Employers care more about work experience than perfect grades. College students with jobs are twice as likely to land roles after graduation.

How Black WWII Veterans Were Denied GI Bill Benefits

Systemic exclusion of Black GIs from post-WWII benefits fueled today's racial wealth gap. The cost is still being paid.