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May 20, 2026

European stocks mixed: UK inflation and elevated bond yields in focus
European stocks were mixed on Wednesday as global markets keep a close eye on elevated bond yields and UK inflation data.

CNBC World News
May 20, 2026

EU clears major hurdle to finalize U.S. trade pact — and sidestep Trump tariff hikes
European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen on Wednesday welcomed a provisional agreement on legislation to remove import duties on U.S. goods.

CNBC World News
May 20, 2026

European stocks to open lower: UK inflation and elevated bond yields in focus
European stocks are expected to open in negative territory on Wednesday as global markets keep a close eye on elevated bond yields and UK inflation data.

CNBC World News
May 20, 2026

UK inflation rate eases to 2.8% in April, but slowdown is expected to be short-lived
Economists polled by Reuters had expected the inflation rate to drop back to 3%, cooling from 3.3% in March.

CNBC World News
May 20, 2026

U.S. indicts four Chinese container manufacturers alleging pandemic-era price-fixing cartel
China International Marine Containers, Singamas Container Holdings, Shanghai Universal Logistics Equipment, and CXIC Group Containers colluded to cut container output: DOJ

CNBC World News
May 20, 2026

CNBC Daily Open: Stocks yield to bond market pressure
Market commentators are concerned that equity markets may struggle to ride out the bond market storm with yields at current levels.

CNBC World News
May 20, 2026

Stocks under pressure as correction fears grow and record rally defies geopolitical turmoil
"'The pendulum could swing backwards," analysts said on Tuesday amid mounting warnings that equities could soon change course.

CNBC World News
May 20, 2026

CNBC's UK Exchange newsletter: From Manchester to Westminster? Britain's potential next PM comes under scrutiny
As Greater Manchester Mayor Andy Burnham looks to replace U.K. Prime Minister Keir Starmer, his record in office is receiving attention.

CNBC World News
May 20, 2026

Putin-Xi talks revive stalled Russian gas pipeline as Iran war rattles energy markets
Putin is expected to hold talks with Chinese leader Xi Jinping on Wednesday, with the long-stalled Power of Siberia 2 natural gas pipeline topping the agenda.

CNBC World News
May 20, 2026

China confirms order for 200 Boeing planes, calls aviation key area for U.S. cooperation
China has agreed to buy 200 Boeing jets, its first major order in nearly a decade, U.S. President Donald Trump said last week.

CNBC World News
May 20, 2026

Why fashion is doubling down on sustainability even as value-seeking shoppers ignore the pitch
A strange paradox has taken hold of the global fashion industry.

CNBC World News
May 20, 2026

As Putin-Xi meet, Iran war energy disruption puts long-stalled Russian gas pipeline back on agenda
Putin is expected to hold talks with Chinese leader Xi Jinping on Wednesday, with the long-stalled Power of Siberia 2 natural gas pipeline topping the agenda.

CNBC World News
May 20, 2026

Nvidia to launch Singapore research hub as city-state boosts AI plans
Singapore has announced a new Nvidia research center and its first testbed to research, test and deploy physical AI, along with industry leaders.

CNBC World News
May 19, 2026

Singapore inks AI deals with Google, OpenAI as ChatGPT-maker commits $234 million to local ecosystem
Singapore has signed new partnerships with Google and OpenAI to strengthen the city-state's position as a global AI hub and accelerating AI deployment.

CNBC World News
May 19, 2026

Alibaba reveals more powerful Zhenwu AI chip, new LLM
Alibaba announced updates to its AI offerings, including a more powerful chip and a new large language model.

CNBC World News
May 19, 2026

Over 47,000 Samsung Electronics workers set to strike as wage talks break down, sending shares lower
South Korean media outlet Yonhap said that a strike will begin Thursday. More than 47,000 workers are expected to join the strike

CNBC World News
May 19, 2026

AI boom reshuffles global stock market pecking order as South Korea and Taiwan surge
A global reshuffling in stock-market hierarchy is underway. AI is propelling Taiwan and South Korea past a couple long-established Western countries.

CNBC World News
May 19, 2026

Asia markets fall as Treasury yields climb and Iran tensions linger
Asia-Pacific markets fell on Wednesday as investors weighed elevated bond yields and renewed geopolitical tensions.

CNBC World News
May 19, 2026

CNBC Daily Open: Bond markets and the Senate rebuke Trump as Iran war worries linger
Trump faces resistance at home even as inflation expectations rise and affordability looms large ahead of the midterms.

CNBC World News
May 19, 2026

U.S. Treasurys are now firmly in the 'danger zone,' strategists say
U.S. Treasurys are in a "danger zone" as surging long-term yields raise fears that sticky inflation could begin spilling over into equities, strategists said.

CNBC World News
May 19, 2026

Goldman Sachs says AI and energy resilience are creating a North-South divide in Asian markets
North Asian markets are outperforming South Asian markets, supported by stronger fiscal ability and AI developments, Goldman said.

CNBC World News
May 19, 2026

Another Trump victory: Republican Rep. Thomas Massie loses Kentucky primary
President Donald Trump had targeted Rep. Thomas Massie, R-Ky., for opposing GOP priorities.

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May 19, 2026

Asia markets open lower as Treasury yields climb and Iran tensions linger
Asia-Pacific markets fell on Wednesday as investors weighed elevated bond yields and renewed geopolitical tensions.

CNBC World News
May 19, 2026

SpaceX picks Goldman Sachs for lead left position on record-breaking IPO, sources say
SpaceX has picked Goldman Sachs to lead what's expected to be a record-setting IPO.

CNBC World News
May 19, 2026

Senate advances measure to end military action in Iran in rebuke to Trump
The war with Iran has now blown past the 60-day requirement under the War Powers Act for the president to seek the authorization of Congress.

CNBC World News
May 19, 2026

OpenAI announces new Guaranteed Capacity offering for customers to secure compute
Altman said OpenAI will make sure it leaves enough capacity available for its products like ChatGPT and its coding assistant Codex.

CNBC World News
May 19, 2026

Trump's past tax returns get protection from IRS enforcement under 'lawfare' fund settlement
President Trump agreed to drop his lawsuit against the IRS in exchange for a fund that can compensate allies who were targeted under the Biden administration.

CNBC World News
May 19, 2026

Oil ticks lower as investors weigh mixed signals from Trump on whether U.S. will resume Iran war
Oil prices fell after U.S. President Donald Trump said he would postpone a planned military strike on Iran following requests from key Middle Eastern leaders.

CNBC World News
May 19, 2026

Google debuts new AI models, personal AI agents in effort to keep pace with OpenAI and Anthropic
Google made a number of AI announcements at its annual developer conference, rolling out more-advanced models and agentic tools for its expansive user base.

CNBC World News
May 19, 2026

Anthropic hires OpenAI co-founder Andrej Karpathy, former Tesla AI leader
Andrej Karpathy, an artificial intelligence researcher who co-founded OpenAI before getting poached by Tesla, said he's joining Anthropic.

CNBC World News
May 19, 2026

30-year Treasury yield tops 5.19%, highest since before the financial crisis
Global bond markets remain on edge as traders monitor central bank responses to renewed inflation fears.

CNBC World News
May 19, 2026

Trump says he was 'an hour away' from Iran strike decision before he postponed it
Asked how long Iran has to come to the table, Trump said it could be two or three days, or perhaps until Sunday or early next week.

CNBC World News
May 19, 2026

Trump says it's not a 'war.' Insurers with money on the line say it is
Businesses in the Middle East bought insurance that protects against terrorism or sabotage, but far fewer purchased coverage explicitly designed to cover "war."

CNBC World News
May 19, 2026

Prosthetics firm's stock plunges as it denies short-seller's Russia 'propaganda' allegations
German prosthetics firm Ottobock fell over 10% on Tuesday in the wake of a report published by US-based hedge fund Grizzly Research.

CNBC World News
May 19, 2026

Japan, China lead foreign government retreat from U.S. Treasurys as Iran war fallout stokes currency fears
The sell-off came as the outbreak of the U.S.-Iran conflict and resulting surge in crude oil prices sent the yen and other Asian currencies tumbling.

CNBC World News
May 19, 2026

Bessent urges G7 to help U.S. attack Iran's finances
The Iran war continues to wreak havoc on global oil supply and the broader economy, even as the conflict appears to be locked in an uneasy stalemate.

CNBC World News
May 19, 2026

Oil prices edge lower as Trump postpones Iran strike, easing supply disruption fears
Oil prices fell after U.S. President Donald Trump said he would postpone a planned military strike on Iran following requests from key Middle Eastern leaders.

CNBC World News
May 19, 2026

Home Depot says core shopper is resilient in the face of higher gas prices, sales rise 5%
Home Depot beat Wall Street's expectations on the top and bottom lines, even as some shoppers pulled back on larger projects.

CNBC World News
May 19, 2026

SpaceX's ‘otherworldly' debut could squeeze the oxygen from Europe's IPO market, analysts say
Elon Musk's SpaceX, expected to debut next month, could squeeze investor demand for other IPOs.

CNBC World News
May 19, 2026

Indian stock exchange CEO says domestic investors saved markets from ‘freefall'
Domestic investors have kept Indian equity market from a sharp correction, as foreign investors have turned bearish.

CNBC World News
May 19, 2026

The AI economy is rewriting the American Dream — and blue-collar workers are poised to win
AI-driven hiring slowdowns are hitting some entry-level jobs for college graduates as companies like Ford and AT&T ramp up recruiting for skilled trade workers.

CNBC World News
May 19, 2026

Japan, China lead foreign government retreat from U.S. Treasurys as Gulf War fallout stokes currency fears
The selloff came as the outbreak of the U.S.-Iran conflict and resulting surge in crude oil prices sent the Japanese yen and other Asian currencies tumbling.

CNBC World News
May 19, 2026

NATO's newest member Sweden announces $4 billion defense investment; Saab pops 5%
Sweden joined the military alliance in 2024 after it said that Russia's invasion of Ukraine had changed the security landscape.

CNBC World News
May 19, 2026

2026 CNBC Disruptor 50: See the full list of companies, rankings, and a new leader in the AI race
CNBC reveals the 2026 Disruptor 50 list led by an increasingly powerful and highly valued group of AI companies.

CNBC World News
May 19, 2026

Putin in Beijing: 3 things Russia needs from China
Russia will be looking for energy and trade deals with China, as well as continuing geopolitical support.

CNBC World News
May 19, 2026

Cuba condemns U.S. sanctions, accuses Washington of building ‘fraudulent case' for military action
The comments come after a fresh wave of U.S. sanctions and amid mounting speculation that the U.S. could carry out military strikes against Cuba.

CNBC World News
May 19, 2026

Blackstone to invest $5 billion in AI infrastructure venture with Google, powered by TPU chips
Blackstone is partnering with Google to launch a U.S.-based AI infrastructure company powered by Google's TPU chips.

CNBC World News
May 19, 2026

The Iran war is exposing weak spots in the AI supply chain
Stocks continue to rally amid the AI boom, but the chip sector is scrambling to shore up access to key materials as costs rise.

CNBC World News
May 19, 2026

U.S. Treasury sell-off eases, traders eye highest 30-year yield since 1999
Global bond markets remain on edge as traders monitor central banks' responses to renewed inflation fears.

CNBC World News
May 19, 2026

European markets: UK unemployment rises; Germany kicks off Uniper privatization
European stocks are expected to open in mixed territory on Tuesday as traders assess the geopolitical landscape.

CNBC World News
May 19, 2026

CNBC Daily Open: 'Strategic triangle' put to the test
Russian President Vladimir Putin visits Beijing, hoping to secure ties with China and clinch crucial energy deals.

CNBC World News
May 19, 2026

Tech investors loved this earnings season — but the Iran war is piling pressure on the companies powering the AI boom
Stocks continue to rally amid the AI boom, but the chip sector is scrambling to shore up access to key materials as costs rise.

CNBC World News
May 19, 2026

Standard Chartered to cut over 15% of corporate functions roles as it targets higher returns
Standard Chartered will trim corporate functions roles and target a more than 20% increase in income per employee by 2028 as it seeks stronger returns.

CNBC World News
May 19, 2026

Asia markets trade mixed as oil eases after Trump delays planned Iran strike
Asia-Pacific markets traded mixed Tuesday, amid lower oil prices after President Donald Trump said he is postponing a scheduled attack on Iran

CNBC World News
May 19, 2026

After U.S. SEC, Treasury and Justice Department offer billionaire Gautam Adani legal relief
The U.S. Treasury Department settled a case against Adani Enterprises, involving the purchase of sanctioned Iranian energy between November 2023 and June 2025.

CNBC World News
May 18, 2026

CNBC Daily Open: Bonds sell-off, markets dip, oil worries loom — and Trump postpones Iran attack
Asia markets were mixed ahead of the highly anticipated Trump-Xi talks.

CNBC World News
May 18, 2026

Asia markets trade broadly higher as oil eases after Trump delays planned Iran strike
Asia-Pacific markets opened broadly higher on Tuesday, amid lower oil prices after President Donald Trump said he is postponing a scheduled attack on Iran

CNBC World News
May 18, 2026

Putin heads to Beijing days after Trump in test of China's balancing act
Beijing walks into the summit with the stronger hand while Moscow seeks reassurance that China has not drifted toward Washington after Trump's visit.

CNBC World News
May 18, 2026

Japan's economy grows at annualized 2.1% rate in first quarter, beating expectations
The figure beat projections of 0.4% from Reuters-polled economists, and against the 0.3% in the last quarter.

CNBC World News
May 18, 2026

Oil prices fall as Trump postpones Iran strike, easing supply disruption fears
Oil prices fell after U.S. President Donald Trump said he would postpone a planned military strike on Iran following requests from key Middle Eastern leaders.

CNBC World News
May 18, 2026

Asia markets open broadly higher as oil eases after Trump delays planned Iran strike
Asia-Pacific markets opened broadly higher on Tuesday, amid lower oil prices after President Donald Trump said he is postponing a scheduled attack on Iran

CNBC World News
May 18, 2026

CNBC's The China Connection newsletter: Three major shifts from the Trump-Xi meeting
The U.S. and Chinese readouts agree on one phrase: constructive strategic stability.

CNBC World News
May 18, 2026

Intel CEO says foundry business is gaining momentum as customer interest grows
Intel CEO Lip-Bu Tan said the company's Foundry turnaround is gaining traction.

CNBC World News
May 18, 2026

Google I/O primer: Alphabet's AI showcase is its chance to wow Wall Street
After a 140% stock surge and a sweeping Wall Street reset, Google's developer conference has to prove the AI story is more than a market narrative.

CNBC World News
May 18, 2026

Trump says he's 'concerned' about Ebola after American tests positive in Africa
The CDC earlier Monday said an American had tested positive for Ebola in Africa.

CNBC World News
May 18, 2026

Musk slams Altman trial verdict as a 'technicality,' vows to appeal
A jury in Oakland, California, ruled against Elon Musk in his dramatic court battle with Sam Altman and OpenAI.

CNBC World News
May 18, 2026

Trump says he's postponing 'scheduled attack of Iran tomorrow' at Middle East leaders' request
The U.S. and Iran are in a stalemate centered on the Strait of Hormuz, the global oil pathway whose closure due to the war has caused an energy supply shock.

CNBC World News
May 18, 2026

Oil prices stay in the green even after Trump calls off planned Tuesday attack on Iran
A senior U.S. official told Axios that Iran's latest proposal is not a meaningful improvement and is insufficient for a deal.

CNBC World News
May 18, 2026

Nvidia bulls mount uphill battle into earnings
Call volume outpaced puts by more than double on Monday, though more calls were exchanged at the bid or below, meaning likely sold.

CNBC World News
May 18, 2026

Trump pivots to midterms, affordability after China summit as Iran war persists
Trump, at a White House event Monday, is expected to announce an expansion of the number of discounted prescription drugs offered through TrumpRX.

CNBC World News
May 18, 2026

Elon Musk loses court battle against Sam Altman and OpenAI after 3-week trial
A jury in Oakland, California, ruled against Elon Musk in his dramatic court battle with Sam Altman and OpenAI.

CNBC World News
May 18, 2026

Seagate leads memory sell-off as CEO says it would 'take too long' to build new factories
Seagate CEO Dave Mosley's comment sent shares sinking, along with those of Micron, SanDisk and Western Digital.

CNBC World News
May 18, 2026

Nvidia earnings call drama: Will Jensen Huang talk 'Trump' and China chips after Xi summit?
Both Nvidia's earnings and its commentary on its financial report are expected to be big tests for U.S. equities.

CNBC World News
May 18, 2026

Kevin Warsh to be sworn in as Federal Reserve chair on Friday
When asked in March whether Berkshire was still putting money to work, Buffett said the conglomerate had made "one tiny purchase."

CNBC World News
May 18, 2026

Brent oil tops $110 on report U.S. views latest Iranian proposal as insufficient
A senior U.S. official told Axios that Iran's latest proposal is not a meaningful improvement and is insufficient for a deal.

CNBC World News
May 18, 2026

Warren Buffett teased to CNBC a ‘tiny purchase' in March. Berkshire filing may have revealed it
When asked in March whether Berkshire was still putting money to work, Buffett said the conglomerate had made "one tiny purchase."

CNBC World News
May 18, 2026

Berkshire Hathaway has revamped its portfolio — Here's how the new stocks are trading
Berkshire Hathaway took a $2.6 billion stake in Delta Airlines and increased its shares in Alphabet by 224%.

CNBC World News
May 18, 2026

Higher aluminum prices are powering one former Dow component. Here's how to buy for less
Despite elevated aluminum production costs and shipment timing issues, Alcoa (AA) is strongly capitalizing on structurally higher prices.

CNBC World News
May 18, 2026

The EU will cut growth outlook, raise inflation forecast as Iran war drives 'stagflationary shock'
The commission's forthcoming spring forecast, released later this week, will see economic growth figures adjusted down and inflation figures up.

CNBC World News
May 18, 2026

10-year Treasury yield touches highest in a year, Japan's 30-year yield rises to a record
Global bond yields rose on Monday as fears of resurgent inflation grip financial markets.

CNBC World News
May 18, 2026

Oil prices fall after Iran media report that U.S. proposed temporary oil sanctions waiver
The U.S. hasn't confirmed the waiver, which has been a key demand sought by Tehran.

CNBC World News
May 18, 2026

European markets rebound after Trump threatens Iran
European stocks start the new trading week in negative territory before rebounding as investors react to the latest developments in the U.S.-Iran war.

CNBC World News
May 18, 2026

Bank of England does not need to hike interest rates, says IMF — it may even need to cut
The Bank of England is expected to hold and even potentially hike interest rates this year in response to resurgent inflation sparked by the Iran war.

CNBC World News
May 18, 2026

NextEra Energy to buy Dominion in deal that unites two key players in race to power AI data centers
Dominion powers the world's largest data center market in Northern Virginia. NextEra is the biggest renewable energy developer in the U.S.

CNBC World News
May 18, 2026

Berkshire has revamped its portfolio — here's how the new stocks are trading
Berkshire Hathaway took a $2.6 billion stake in Delta Airlines and increased its shares in Alphabet by 224%.

CNBC World News
May 18, 2026

Trump says he should've asked for 'more' of Intel when negotiating stake with CEO
The chipmaker's stock has soared since the U.S. equity deal in August gave the government 9.9% of the company.

CNBC World News
May 18, 2026

‘This is bad': Strategists see European oil shortages within weeks as inventories are depleted
The Iran war oil squeeze could trigger shortages in Europe within weeks, and keep global inventories depleted until 2027, strategists warn.

CNBC World News
May 18, 2026

Meta layoffs starting this week stress harsh AI reality inside Zuckerberg's company
Meta is starting layoffs this week, with 8,000 jobs expected to be cut, as employees brace for a new era of AI.

CNBC World News
May 18, 2026

Lululemon takes battle with Chip Wilson public, calls founder 'misguided' and 'outdated'
Lululemon responded publicly to founder Chip Wilson's campaign in a letter to shareholders, where it urged them to vote in its favor at its annual meeting.

CNBC World News
May 18, 2026

European markets mixed after Trump threatens Iran
European stocks start the new trading week in negative territory before paring losses as investors react to the latest developments in the U.S.-Iran war.

CNBC World News
May 18, 2026

Weight-loss wars go global as Novo Nordisk bets big on its Wegovy pill
The weight loss pill had a strong U.S. launch this year, and Novo believes that will be replicated in other markets around the world.

CNBC World News
May 18, 2026

Treasury yields rise as inflation fears drive global bond rout
Global bond yields rose on Monday as fears of resurgent inflation grip financial markets.

CNBC World News
May 18, 2026

European markets slide after Trump threatens Iran
European stocks start the new trading week in negative territory as investors react to the latest developments in the U.S.-Iran war.

CNBC World News
May 18, 2026

Britain's prospective next PM tries to placate bond markets after sell-off, gilts steady
The U.K.'s would-be prime minister, Andy Burnham, is being closely watched by bond markets.

CNBC World News
May 18, 2026

CNBC Daily Open: G7 to assess economic shock
The Group of 7 Finance Ministers and Central Bank Governors are concerned by higher borrowing costs and debt as they meet in Paris.

CNBC World News
May 18, 2026

Ryanair has plans for 'armageddon' scenario as CFO warns weaker European carriers may not survive jet fuel crunch
Ryanair said it has plans for an "armageddon situation," amid the jet fuel crisis.

CNBC World News
May 18, 2026

European markets to start the week lower after Trump threatens Iran
European stocks are expected to start the new trading week in negative territory as investors react to the latest developments in the U.S.-Iran war.

CNBC World News
May 18, 2026

Novo Nordisk's next obesity battlefront: Winning beyond America
The weight loss pill had a strong U.S. launch this year, and Novo believes that will be replicated in other markets around the world.

CNBC World News
May 18, 2026

High energy prices could derail Europe's AI race with U.S. and China
Energy costs vary widely across Europe, creating clear winners and losers in attracting investment.

CNBC World News
May 18, 2026

Why a small UK lender has major U.S. credit firms on edge
The continuing fallout from MFS' collapse has heightened fears that problems in complex credit markets pose a broader systemic risk.

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