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Unemployment fell to a three-month low as the private sector added roughly 235,000 jobs. Kristin Myers, editor-in-chief of The Balance, joins CBS News to look at what's driving the economy and what's worrying investors.
Investors are looking for any positive signs to bounce back from a down 2022 in the stock market. Chief investment officer Ahmed Riesgo of Insigneo joined CBS News to discuss where those signs might come from.
Will inflation finally relent? Is your job safe as recession looms? Here's what to expect from the U.S. economy this year.
2022 was the U.S. stock market's worst year since 2008. Javier David, the managing editor of business and markets for Axios and a CBS News contributor, joins us to breaks dow the challenges facing Wall Street and the risk of a recession in the new year.
J.D. Durkin, host of "The Street," joined CBS News to discuss the gains made by the stock market Thursday, and what investors are looking for going into 2023.
According to the National Realtor Association, pending home sales declined by 4% in November. It's the second-lowest monthly reading in 20 years. George Ratiu, a senior economist at Realtor.com, joins CBS News with more on that and what's affecting the stock market.
The Dow Jones Industrial Average finished the day Tuesday relatively flat. George Ball, chairman for the financial services firm Sanders Morris and Harris, dives into what drove the markets Tuesday, and what to look for in 2023.
The Dow Jones rose Friday after the Federal Reserve's preferred measure of inflation eased again in November. Michael Landsberg, chief investment officer at Landsberg Bennett Private Wealth Management, discussed how the markets reacted to the news.
The personal consumption expenditures price index, the Federal Reserve's preferred measure of inflation, eased again in November. It's another sign high consumer prices are coming down. Frances Stacy, director of strategy at Optimal Capital, discussed the impact of inflation on the stock market.
Gifting stock can be a way to avoid paying capital gains tax — but only because the tax gets passed to the recipient.
The Dow Jones Industrial Average gained over 500 points on Wednesday as investors reacted to a higher-than-expected consumer confidence report. Dana Peterson, chief economist at The Conference Board, joined CBS News to discuss her organization's findings and her expectations for 2023.
Wells Fargo has agreed to pay $3.7 billion to settle allegations of charging customers illegal fees. Ann Berry, founder of Threadneedle Ventures, joins CBS News' Lilia Luciano to discuss the fallout.
The Dow Jones Industrial Average had its third straight day of losses after the Federal Reserve announced an interest rate hike. Senior columnist at Yahoo Finance Rick Newman joins CBS News to discuss the impact on the markets.
Stocks on Wall Street plunged Thursday, a day after the Federal Reserve announced yet another interest rate hike. Megan Greene, senior fellow at Brown University, and the global chief economist for the Kroll Institute, joins CBS News' "Prime Time" to discuss the state of the economy.
Wall Street jumped after a government report showed U.S. inflation slowed more in November than analysts had expected.
The pace of wage growth has shown signs of losing steam as investors look closely at the labor market and how it could affect the Federal Reserve's decision on interest rates. Erica Pandey, business reporter for Axios, joins CBS News' Lilia Luciano on why wages are rising at a slower rate.
The Federal Reserve is meeting next week to decide on interest rate hikes. Geetu Sharma, founder and investment manager of AlphasFuture, discussed the state of the stock market.
According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics' Producer Price Index that was released today, the prices of wholesale goods in the U.S. rose 0.3% for the month of November. Meanwhile, investors are trying to remain optimistic about the stock market heading into 2023. CBS News contributor and Axios managing editor of business and markets Javier David joins us to discuss.
As Wall Street anticipates next week's Federal Reserve meeting, the market may have caught a break as China began to ease its strict "zero-COVID" policies. David Bahnsen of The Bahnsen Group joins CBS News to discuss why some investors are bullish on the effect of China's new policy.
"It's more of that 'good news is bad news,'" said Tom Martin, senior portfolio manager at Globalt Investments.
The U.S. added more than 260,000 jobs in November despite the Federal Reserve's efforts to cool off the economy by raising interest rates. J.D. Durkin, host of "TheStreet," joins CBS News from the floor of the New York Stock Exchange to discuss investors' reaction to the new report.
Stronger-than-expected wage data raised expectations Fed hikes will be more aggressive to get inflation under control.
The Dow Jones Industrial Average soared out of a bear market this week. But other indices are still lagging.
Consumer confidence declined for a second straight month in November. Steve Odland, president and CEO of the Conference Board, joins CBS News to discuss what the latest Consumer Confidence Index means for the U.S. economy.
Worker protests and COVID lockdowns in China are causing major issues for Apple, and that's spilling over into other parts of the stock market. Dan Ives, managing director at Wedbush Securities, joins CBS News at the closing bell to discuss.
Mobile phone footage circulating online appeared to show the Azerbaijani aircraft making a steep descent before slamming into the ground in a fireball.
Pilgrims lined up to walk through the great Holy Door at the entrance of St. Peter's Basilica in Rome as Christmas marks the start of the 2025 Holy Year celebration.
Among them are Paris Hilton's bill to protect institutionalized teenagers and one addressing hazing on college campuses.
A massive Russian missile and drone barrage on Ukraine's energy infrastructure on Christmas morning was "inhumane," Ukrainian President Zelenskyy said.
Authorities in Mississippi say a "desperate" and "very dangerous" convicted murderer, Drew Johnson, is back in custody after escaping from prison Tuesday.
A body was found in the wheel well of United Airlines Flight 202, which left Chicago for Hawaii on Dec. 24, the airline said.
No Mega Millions player won the $1 billion Christmas Eve jackpot, so the grand prize for Friday night's drawing will be an estimated $1.15 billion.
Defense lawyers say the former longtime CEO of Abercrombie & Fitch may have dementia, prompting a competency hearing.
Ryan Wesley Routh is being held in Miami awaiting trial in Fort Pierce.
Ryan Wesley Routh is being held in Miami awaiting trial in Fort Pierce.
A body was found in the wheel well of United Airlines Flight 202, which left Chicago for Hawaii on Dec. 24, the airline said.
If you didn't quite get Christmas or Hanukkah gifts wrapped and shipped ahead of the holidays, don't worry — researchers say it's the thought that counts.
President Biden signed legislation Christmas Eve to make the bald eagle officially the U.S. national bird.
Defense lawyers say the former longtime CEO of Abercrombie & Fitch may have dementia, prompting a competency hearing.
Defense lawyers say the former longtime CEO of Abercrombie & Fitch may have dementia, prompting a competency hearing.
Last-minute grocery items and gifts can be found on Christmas Day, but many retailers and chains may be closed today.
More than 5,000 workers were expected to take part in walkout that ends later on Christmas Eve, their union says.
Netflix will have one of its biggest days Wednesday since the site launched in 1998 when it airs two NFL games for the first time.
Here's which food stores, restaurants and other chains are open and closed today, Christmas Eve 2024.
Ryan Wesley Routh is being held in Miami awaiting trial in Fort Pierce.
President Biden signed legislation Christmas Eve to make the bald eagle officially the U.S. national bird.
Among the new laws signed by President Biden are Paris Hilton's bill to protect institutionalized teenagers and a bill to address hazing on college campuses.
Former President Bill Clinton was released from a hospital in Washington. D.C., on Christmas Eve, following an overnight stay for treatment of a fever and flu.
President Biden has signed the annual defense authorization bill into law.
The FDA has raised the level of a Costco egg recall, warning of the risk of severe illness or death due to potential salmonella contamination. Over 10,000 cartons of Kirkland brand organic eggs sold at stores across the South are affected. Customers are urged to discard or return eggs marked with Julian code 327 and a use-by date of Jan. 5, 2025.
With flu levels rising, Dr. Rabia De Latour shares ways to support your immune system and stay healthy during the holidays.
Seasonal illnesses are increasing just days away from the holidays. The CDC reports positive flu tests are up 9% in the most recent week and cases of whooping cough are six times last year's rate. Dr. Susannah Hills, an ear, nose and throat specialist at Columbia University Medical Center, explains how to stay safe.
Despite the hype over artificial intelligence in medicine, the systems require consistent monitoring and staffing to put in place and maintain.
How long are you contagious after getting COVID, flu, RSV, pneumonia and more? Here's what to know to keep others safe this holiday season.
Chairlifts at two different resorts in the French Alps broke down on Tuesday, stranding hundreds in two separate incidents.
King Charles III was joined at Christmas services by close members of the royal family, including Prince William and Kate — but Prince Andrew was notably absent.
A bridge linking two northern states in Brazil collapsed, sending cars and trucks plunging into the river below. A sulphuric acid spill is complicating the rescue operation.
Pilgrims lined up to walk through the great Holy Door at the entrance of St. Peter's Basilica in Rome as Christmas marks the start of the 2025 Holy Year celebration.
A massive Russian missile and drone barrage on Ukraine's energy infrastructure on Christmas morning was "inhumane," Ukrainian President Zelenskyy said.
Angel Blue, who was recently named Classical Music's "Vocalist of the Year," is set to perform the title role in "Aida" at the Metropolitan Opera. Known for her Grammy-winning performances, Blue will take the stage in New York beginning on Dec. 31. She joins "CBS Mornings Plus."
Netflix will have one of its biggest days Wednesday since the site launched in 1998 when it airs two NFL games for the first time.
The appeal had asked the court to reinstate charges, including involuntary manslaughter, against Alec Baldwin.
Just shy of his 70th birthday, Denzel Washington has a new line to add to an already impressive résumé.
Burt, the iconic Saltwater crocodile that appeared alongside Paul Hogan and Linda Kozlowski in the hit movie, was believed to be more than 90 years old.
New artificial intelligence features appeared across the tech landscape this year, from the latest iPhone to chatbots like Google's Gemini. Adam Auriemma, the editor-in-chief at CNET, joins CBS News 24/7 with more.
A robotic exosuit may seem like science fiction, but a team of South Korean researchers is turning the concept into reality. CBS News' Leah Mishkin explains how the new tech is helping people with disabilities walk on their own.
From labor shortages to environmental impacts, farmers are looking to AI to help revolutionize the agriculture industry. One California startup, Farm-ng, is tapping into the power of AI and robotics to perform a wide range of tasks, including seeding, weeding and harvesting.
TVs are some of the most popular items to fly off store shelves during the holidays. But this year, experts say shoppers are going bigger than ever. CBS News' Jeff Wagner explains.
Despite the hype over artificial intelligence in medicine, the systems require consistent monitoring and staffing to put in place and maintain.
An ancient shipwreck that dates back to the 7th century B.C.E. has been removed from waters off Spain, two decades after its discovery in 1994.
The 2024 winter solstice, the shortest day of the year, happens on Saturday, Dec. 21, and is marked with traditions and celebrations around the world.
This week a group of plaintiffs in Missouri, Kansas, California and Florida filed a class-action lawsuit against dozens of companies and organizations, claiming they've falsely promoted how easy it is to recycle plastics. CBS News Los Angeles climatologist Marina Jurica has the details.
Humans aren't alone when it comes to yawning — all vertebrates do it. But why? An expert explains the likely reason behind this "evolutionarily ancient" act.
Early Americans may have spent millennia sharing prehistoric savannas and wetlands with enormous beasts, research shows.
Authorities in Mississippi say a "desperate" and "very dangerous" convicted murderer, Drew Johnson, is back in custody after escaping from prison Tuesday.
Former Philadelphia Eagles running back Wendell Smallwood Jr. pleaded guilty to federal fraud charges.
Authorities are revealing more details surrounding the killing of a woman who was set on fire while sleeping on the New York City subway.
Luigi Mangione, accused of killing UnitedHealthcare CEO Brian Thompson, appeared in court in New York City and pleaded not guilty to murder and terrorism charges. His lawyer criticized what he called the case's political nature as Mangione was led into the hearing with his hands shackled.
The appeal had asked the court to reinstate charges, including involuntary manslaughter, against Alec Baldwin.
New analysis techniques and decades-old research helped NASA scientists identify an unusual black hole in a distant galaxy.
Here's why NASA astronauts Suni Williams and Butch Wilmore are stuck, but not stranded, at the International Space Station after launching into space in June.
NASA has delayed the return date for Boeing's Starliner astronauts Butch Wilmore and Suni Williams. CBS News' Manuel Bojorquez reports on the decision to keep the two in space.
NASA Administrator Bill Nelson says he's optimistic the Trump administration will support the space agency's agenda.
Two astronauts who have been stuck in space since June will have to wait until at least the end of March to come home after NASA on Wednesday again pushed back their return date. Derrick Pitts, chief astronomer for the Franklin Institute, joined CBS News to discuss what's causing the delays.
A look back at the esteemed personalities who've left us this year, who'd touched us with their innovation, creativity and humanity.
Peterson's death sentence for the murder of his pregnant wife Laci has been overturned. Now his supporters are pushing for a complete retrial.
The seesaw marriage between the former ballerina and her much older husband only lasted four years, until she shot him on Sept. 27, 2020.
Cayley Mandadi's mother and stepfather go to extreme lengths to prove her death was no accident.
Live performances are in full swing this summer. Scroll through our concert gallery, featuring pictures by CBS News photojournalist Jake Barlow and photographers Ed Spinelli and Kirstine Walton.
A passenger airliner crashed this morning in Kazakhstan after a bird strike caused an emergency. Dramatic video shows the plane plummeting before bursting into flames, but officials say more than 30 of the 67 people on board survived.
Pope Francis gave his traditional Christmas Day blessing and address to the world this morning from his balcony at St. Peter's Basilica, after striking a somber tone at last night's Christmas Eve Mass. He urged Christians to reflect on global conflicts.
The FDA has raised the level of a Costco egg recall, warning of the risk of severe illness or death due to potential salmonella contamination. Over 10,000 cartons of Kirkland brand organic eggs sold at stores across the South are affected. Customers are urged to discard or return eggs marked with Julian code 327 and a use-by date of Jan. 5, 2025.
President-elect Donald Trump is threatening to take over the Panama Canal unless it cuts the price it charges for ships to pass through the key shipping lane. Trump is also again floating the idea of buying Greenland, which he also suggested during his first term. Kelly O'Grady reports.
The Mega Millions jackpot has soared to an estimated $1 billion for the drawing on Christmas Eve. It's only the seventh time in the game's history the jackpot has hit that mark. Dave Malkoff has more.