Powerball jackpot hits $543 million. What’s the best payout option? Experts weigh lump sum vs. annuity
The Powerball jackpot has jumped to $543 million. Here’s how to decide between the lump sum or annuity payout option.
Official Wall Street outlook: Here’s where strategists see the stock market going in 2024
A CNBC Strategist Survey showed market observers expect a tepid advance next year after 2023’s extraordinary gains.
Nikola founder Trevor Milton sentenced to four years in prison for fraud
Nikola founder Trevor Milton was found guilty in October 2022 on two counts of wire fraud and one count of securities fraud.
Meta’s stock is wrapping up a record year, spurred by cost cuts that followed a disastrous 2022
Meta is closing out its best year ever for investors, validating CEO Mark Zuckerberg’s “year of efficiency” declaration.
‘Powerful’ storm dumps heavy rain over East Coast with 59M under flood alerts
Flood alerts were issued from Virginia to Maine, and airports reported flight delays and cancellations as travelers prepare to head to their holiday destinations.
Biden unharmed after car strikes president’s motorcade in Delaware
It was not immediately clear why the sedan smashed into an SUV that was part of the motorcade. The driver was surrounded by agents who had their guns drawn.
Why U.S. ports are getting a $21 billion upgrade
U.S. ports are receiving massive grants as the Biden administration commits federal funds to bolster the domestic manufacturing base.
East Coast prepares for major storm bringing high winds and torrential rain
On Sunday, torrential rain is expected for nearly all of Florida. Severe thunderstorms that could bring isolated nocturnal tornadoes are also possible.
More than half of U.S. high school students will take a personal finance class before graduation, following the passage of a new Pennsylvania law
The momentum for financial education in schools has picked up significant steam this year. Eight states have adopted policies in 2023 guaranteeing students will take a personal finance course before graduation.
Activision Blizzard agrees to settle California case alleging discrimination against women
A proposed discrimination settlement would lead to a $46 million fund for female Activision Blizzard employees and contractors from 2015 to 2020.
