https://www.nbcnews.com/NBC News Businessen-US© 2026 NBCNews.comTue, 04 Aug 2026 20:55:49 GMThttps://media-cldnry.s-nbcnews.com/image/upload/MSNBC/Components/Media/NBC-promo-graphics/nbc-news.pnghttps://www.nbcnews.com/Rob WileKayla SteinbergTue, 04 Aug 2026 20:55:49 GMTCapital expenditures related to its xAI unit, which runs the Grok service, hit $15.8 billion, more than double what they were in the first quarter.2112-01-01T00:00:00.000+0000https://www.nbcnews.com/business/business-news/spacex-earnings-surging-ai-costs-rcna590682https://www.nbcnews.com/business/business-news/spacex-earnings-surging-ai-costs-rcna590682Adam GrayElon Musk on screen in Times Square.Elon Musk on a screen in New York during the company's initial public offering in June. Patrick PleulElon Musk.Elon Musk on a screen in New York during the company's initial public offering in June. Tue, 04 Aug 2026 20:55:49 GMTWed, 05 Aug 2026 12:24:30 GMTTue, 04 Aug 2026 23:40:04 GMTThe DOW and S&P closed at record levels driven by corporate earnings and falling oil prices. NBC News’ Allie Canal explains.2056-08-04T23:36:32.000+0000nn_aca_markets_records_260804https://www.nbcnews.com/nightly-news/video/markets-surge-to-record-highs-267771973814Markets surge to record highsThe DOW and S&P closed at record levels driven by corporate earnings and falling oil prices. NBC News’ Allie Canal explains.Tue, 04 Aug 2026 23:36:27 GMTTue, 04 Aug 2026 23:40:04 GMTMon, 03 Aug 2026 15:33:31 GMTBack-to-school shopping can get expensive, so financial expert Farnoosh Torabi joins TODAY’s Sheinelle Jones and guest co-host Dylan Dreyer to share her tips for saving on supplies. She recommends shopping your house before the store, taking advantage of student discounts, and more. (Sponsored by PayPal)2056-08-03T14:47:58.000+0000tdy_money_10a_back_to_school_savings_260803https://www.today.com/video/strategies-for-saving-money-on-back-to-school-shopping-267676741519Back-to-School Shopping: How to Unlock Extra SavingsBack-to-school shopping can get expensive, so financial expert Farnoosh Torabi joins TODAY’s Sheinelle Jones and guest co-host Dylan Dreyer to share her tips for saving on supplies. She recommends shopping your house before the store, taking advantage of student discounts, and more. (Sponsored by PayPal)Mon, 03 Aug 2026 14:47:52 GMTMon, 03 Aug 2026 15:33:31 GMTMon, 03 Aug 2026 13:38:28 GMTWith the rising costs of gas and groceries, many are feeling stressed about their financial expenses, so financial expert Ted Jenkin joins TODAY to share tips for how to save when income is tight, how to create a financial routine, smart ways to approach big purchases, and more.2056-08-03T13:37:31.000+0000tdy_money_9a_ease_financial_stress_260803https://www.today.com/video/how-to-ease-financial-stress-when-money-is-tight-267670597543How to Ease Financial Stress When Money Is TightWith the rising costs of gas and groceries, many are feeling stressed about their financial expenses, so financial expert Ted Jenkin joins TODAY to share tips for how to save when income is tight, how to create a financial routine, smart ways to approach big purchases, and more.Mon, 03 Aug 2026 13:37:25 GMTMon, 03 Aug 2026 13:38:28 GMTMon, 03 Aug 2026 12:11:11 GMTAmerican families are feeling the squeeze with the national average for gas prices at $4.10 a gallon and mortgage rates at nearly 7%. NBC’s chief business correspondent Christine Romans joins TODAY to break it all down.2056-08-03T12:10:14.000+0000tdy_news_8a_romans_gas_prices_260803https://www.today.com/video/americans-feel-squeeze-from-gas-prices-and-mortgage-rates-267664453970Americans Feel Squeeze From Gas Prices and Mortgage RatesAmerican families are feeling the squeeze with the national average for gas prices at $4.10 a gallon and mortgage rates at nearly 7%. NBC’s chief business correspondent Christine Romans joins TODAY to break it all down.Mon, 03 Aug 2026 12:10:10 GMTMon, 03 Aug 2026 12:11:11 GMTJoe MurphyJiachuan WuSun, 08 Feb 2026 12:00:41 GMTLearn where grocery prices stand during the Trump administration. See how inflation is affecting the cost of eggs, bread, chicken, ground beef and more.2112-01-01T00:00:00.000+0000https://www.nbcnews.com/data-graphics/grocery-price-tracker-inflation-trends-eggs-bread-trump-administration-rcna257424https://www.nbcnews.com/data-graphics/grocery-price-tracker-inflation-trends-eggs-bread-trump-administration-rcna257424Sun, 08 Feb 2026 12:00:41 GMTMon, 27 Jul 2026 20:11:03 GMTEmilie DornDennis RomeroMatt LavietesKaila NicholsWed, 05 Aug 2026 05:07:15 GMTThe blogger recently returned to his native Miami after living in Las Vegas.2112-01-01T00:00:00.000+0000https://www.nbcnews.com/news/us-news/perez-hilton-hospitalized-reports-livestream-self-harm-rcna590901https://www.nbcnews.com/news/us-news/perez-hilton-hospitalized-reports-livestream-self-harm-rcna590901Gabe GinsbergImage: Las Vegas Celebrates Liberace With Charity Benefit Hosted By Perez Hilton At Modern ShowroomsPerez Hilton in Las Vegas in 2023. Wed, 05 Aug 2026 05:07:15 GMTWed, 05 Aug 2026 12:36:53 GMTRob WileTue, 04 Aug 2026 19:17:52 GMTMcDonald’s just reported its slowest U.S. sales growth in over a year as its value push fell flat with customers who continue to struggle with higher prices. 2112-01-01T00:00:00.000+0000https://www.nbcnews.com/business/consumer/mcdonalds-sales-struggle-value-meals-rcna590683https://www.nbcnews.com/business/consumer/mcdonalds-sales-struggle-value-meals-rcna590683Patrick T. FallonThe McDonalds logo is displayed as people walk in the street.McDonald's executives say the company is contending with a "challenging consumer environment."Tue, 04 Aug 2026 19:17:52 GMTTue, 04 Aug 2026 19:17:52 GMTJoe MurphyJiachuan WuTue, 05 May 2026 19:45:57 GMTHow much gas prices have increased during the Iran war depends entirely on where you live, an NBC News analysis of average gas price data from AAA shows.2112-01-01T00:00:00.000+0000https://www.nbcnews.com/data-graphics/gas-prices-by-county-trump-iran-war-us-map-rcna343710https://www.nbcnews.com/data-graphics/gas-prices-by-county-trump-iran-war-us-map-rcna343710This map shows the change in average gas prices since the start of the Iran war in most every county-level jurisdiction in the U.S. A person pumps gas at Penn Jersey Mart gas station in Millersburg, Pa., in March. Millersburg is in Dauphin County, where gas prices have increased $1.35 — close to the national average increase of $1.44 — since the war in Iran began.This map shows the change in average gas prices since the start of the Iran war in most every county-level jurisdiction in the U.S. A person pumps gas at Penn Jersey Mart gas station in Millersburg, Pa., in March. Millersburg is in Dauphin County, where gas prices have increased $1.35 — close to the national average increase of $1.44 — since the war in Iran began.This map shows the change in average gas prices since the start of the Iran war in most every county-level jurisdiction in the U.S. A person pumps gas at Penn Jersey Mart gas station in Millersburg, Pa., in March. Millersburg is in Dauphin County, where gas prices have increased $1.35 — close to the national average increase of $1.44 — since the war in Iran began.Tue, 05 May 2026 19:45:57 GMTSun, 02 Aug 2026 11:45:54 GMTChantal Da SilvaAbigail WilliamsGabe GutierrezMatthew MulliganThu, 30 Jul 2026 10:00:52 GMTThe conflict appeared to draw in new countries, as Egypt confirmed that a drone hit two natural gas vessels at one of its ports.2112-01-01T00:00:00.000+0000https://www.nbcnews.com/world/iran/us-heavy-wave-strikes-iran-war-attack-trump-saudi-egypt-drone-oil-rcna589967https://www.nbcnews.com/world/iran/us-heavy-wave-strikes-iran-war-attack-trump-saudi-egypt-drone-oil-rcna589967U.S. Central CommandSmoke rises following explosion at an unknown location, during what U.S. Central Command (CENTCOM) says are strikes on Iran, in this screengrab taken from a handout video released on July 29, 2026. U.S. Central CommandSmoke rises following explosion at an unknown location, during what U.S. Central Command (CENTCOM) says are strikes on Iran, in this screengrab taken from a handout video released on July 29, 2026. U.S. Central CommandRazieh PoudatIran War Strait of HormuzSmall boats line the shore as cargo ships and other vessels anchor in the Strait of Hormuz off Bandar Abbas, Iran, on Monday.Thu, 30 Jul 2026 10:00:52 GMTThu, 30 Jul 2026 20:45:41 GMTJoe MurphyJiachuan WuMelinda YaoWed, 08 Apr 2026 17:52:34 GMTAre gas prices declining? NBC News is tracking national, state and county prices at the pump.2112-01-01T00:00:00.000+0000https://www.nbcnews.com/data-graphics/gas-prices-iran-war-state-national-cost-trump-rcna265835https://www.nbcnews.com/data-graphics/gas-prices-iran-war-state-national-cost-trump-rcna265835This is a line chart showing the average U.S. gas price from Feb. 22 when it was less than $3 a gallon to April 30 when it was more than $4.20.This is a line chart showing the average U.S. gas price from Feb. 22 when it was less than $3 a gallon to April 30 when it was more than $4.20.This is a line chart showing the average U.S. gas price from Feb. 22 when it was less than $3 a gallon to April 30 when it was more than $4.20.Wed, 08 Apr 2026 17:52:34 GMTThu, 30 Jul 2026 10:55:31 GMTGabe GutierrezJay BlackmanSarah DeanDareh GregorianTara PrindivillePeter MaguireOwen HayesSophie ZiedalskiWed, 29 Jul 2026 16:31:24 GMTThe plans include redoing two of the concourses and removing the airport’s aging shuttles, known as “people movers.”2112-01-01T00:00:00.000+0000https://www.nbcnews.com/politics/donald-trump/trump-announce-renovation-plans-dulles-airport-makeover-rcna589828https://www.nbcnews.com/politics/donald-trump/trump-announce-renovation-plans-dulles-airport-makeover-rcna589828Aaron Schwartz / CNPTrump Unveils Sweeping Plan To Revamp Washington Dulles AirportA model of planned renovations on Dulles International Airport (IAD) in front of President Donald Trump during an announcement in the Oval Office of the White House on July 29, 2026. Wed, 29 Jul 2026 16:31:24 GMTWed, 29 Jul 2026 21:27:40 GMTRob WileBrian CheungMaya HuterAllie CanalWed, 29 Jul 2026 09:00:40 GMTThe decision was largely expected by investors, who have seen markets begin to churn amid ongoing concerns about higher oil prices and AI spending.2112-01-01T00:00:00.000+0000https://www.nbcnews.com/business/economy/fed-meeting-interest-rate-decision-kevin-warsh-rcna589536https://www.nbcnews.com/business/economy/fed-meeting-interest-rate-decision-kevin-warsh-rcna589536Brendan SmialowskiKevin Warsh speaks while standing behind a podiumFederal Reserve chairman Kevin Warsh during a press conference in Washington, D.C., on June 17, 2026.Wed, 29 Jul 2026 09:00:40 GMTWed, 29 Jul 2026 18:11:56 GMTSteve KopackTue, 28 Jul 2026 16:17:06 GMTChip stocks around the world sold off sharply, the latest chapter in the monthslong jitters surrounding artificial intelligence, memory and chip stocks.2112-01-01T00:00:00.000+0000https://www.nbcnews.com/business/markets/nasdaq-100-correction-tech-stocks-rcna589630https://www.nbcnews.com/business/markets/nasdaq-100-correction-tech-stocks-rcna589630Angela WeissDigital screens display trading numbersDigital screens display trading numbers on the floor of the New York Stock Exchange.Tue, 28 Jul 2026 16:17:06 GMTTue, 28 Jul 2026 20:24:50 GMTChantal Da SilvaSteve KopackReutersCourtney KubeMosheh GainsGordon LuboldMon, 27 Jul 2026 09:52:19 GMTThe two sides halted fire over the weekend, following 13 nights of attacks that threatened new pain for the global economy.2112-01-01T00:00:00.000+0000https://www.nbcnews.com/world/iran/oil-prices-slide-us-iran-pause-strikes-trump-diplomacy-hormuz-red-sea-rcna589383https://www.nbcnews.com/world/iran/oil-prices-slide-us-iran-pause-strikes-trump-diplomacy-hormuz-red-sea-rcna589383Shady AlassarCommercial vessels and oil tankers preparing to transit through the Strait of Hormuz, one of the most critical strategic waterways for global trade flows, maintain their wait in the Gulf of Oman, on June 17, 2026.Commercial vessels and oil tankers preparing to transit through the Strait of Hormuz, one of the most critical strategic waterways for global trade flows, maintain their wait in the Gulf of Oman, on June 17, 2026.Shady AlassarStrait of Hormuz.Commercial vessels and oil tankers preparing to pass through the Strait of Hormuz in June.via ReutersA plume of smoke rises in Jizan, Saudi Arabia, as Yemen's Iran-aligned Houthis said Saturday they carried out operations targeting Saudi Aramco facilities.A plume of smoke rises in Jizan, Saudi Arabia, as Yemen's Iran-aligned Houthis said Saturday they carried out operations targeting Saudi Aramco facilities.Mon, 27 Jul 2026 09:52:19 GMTMon, 27 Jul 2026 19:46:58 GMTAshley MowreaderJoe MurphySat, 20 Jun 2026 09:00:40 GMTAmericans have spent an estimated $40 billion more in gas since the Iran war started. According to an NBC News analysis, drivers who fill up twice a month paid anywhere from $20 to $300 more for gas.2112-01-01T00:00:00.000+0000https://www.nbcnews.com/data-graphics/gas-price-calculator-iran-war-2026-rcna350151https://www.nbcnews.com/data-graphics/gas-price-calculator-iran-war-2026-rcna350151Ariana DrehslerA sign displays fuel prices at a Mobil gas stationA sign displays fuel prices at a Mobil gas station in San Diego on May 4. California gas prices are the highest in the U.S., but they have increased less since the war in Iran began than in most states.Sat, 20 Jun 2026 09:00:40 GMTMon, 27 Jul 2026 13:29:50 GMTJoe MurphyJiachuan WuMon, 11 May 2026 18:25:06 GMTAs national gas price averages head toward $5 per gallon, one state has already suspended its gas tax, and now President Donald Trump and his Cabinet are talking about doing the same.2112-01-01T00:00:00.000+0000https://www.nbcnews.com/data-graphics/federal-gas-tax-rate-states-trump-iran-war-prices-map-rcna344540https://www.nbcnews.com/data-graphics/federal-gas-tax-rate-states-trump-iran-war-prices-map-rcna344540This U.S. state map shows how much in state, federal taxes and fees are tacked on to a gallon of gas. Values range from 18 cents to more than 60 cents per gallon.This U.S. state map shows how much in state, federal taxes and fees are tacked on to a gallon of gas. Values range from 18 cents to more than 60 cents per gallon.This U.S. state map shows how much in state, federal taxes and fees are tacked on to a gallon of gas. Values range from 18 cents to more than 60 cents per gallon.Mon, 11 May 2026 18:25:06 GMTSat, 25 Jul 2026 11:02:21 GMTSteve KopackChristine RomansKayla SteinbergSat, 25 Jul 2026 01:24:23 GMTThe affordability crisis is revving up again. The war in Iran and Trump’s tariffs are pushing prices up and raising fears of renewed inflation.2112-01-01T00:00:00.000+0000https://www.nbcnews.com/business/consumer/iran-war-gas-prices-mortgage-rates-rcna588816https://www.nbcnews.com/business/consumer/iran-war-gas-prices-mortgage-rates-rcna588816David Paul MorrisUS Average Gasoline Prices Rise Above $4 A Gallon AgainA driver holds a fuel nozzle at a Shell gas station in Palo Alto, California, US, on Tuesday, July 21, 2026. Sat, 25 Jul 2026 01:24:23 GMTSat, 25 Jul 2026 01:24:23 GMTRichard EngelChantal Da SilvaMatthew MulliganMegan ShannonFri, 24 Jul 2026 10:05:48 GMTThe United States launched a fresh barrage of strikes on Iran overnight as President Donald Trump threatened a major new escalation after Tehran opened a second front in its pressure campaign on the world economy.2112-01-01T00:00:00.000+0000https://www.nbcnews.com/world/iran/us-iran-strikes-trump-massive-attack-war-hormuz-red-sea-oil-rcna589016https://www.nbcnews.com/world/iran/us-iran-strikes-trump-massive-attack-war-hormuz-red-sea-oil-rcna589016U.S. Central CommandSmoke rises from an explosion at an unknown location, during what the U.S. Central Command (CENTCOM) says are strikes on Iranian military targets, in this screengrab taken from a handout video released on July 23, 2026.Smoke rises from an explosion at an unknown location, during what the U.S. Central Command (CENTCOM) says are strikes on Iranian military targets, in this screengrab taken from a handout video released on July 23, 2026.Gallo ImagesSatellite Imagery Of The Bab el-Mandeb StraitSatellite imagery of the Bab el Mandeb straitU.S. Central Command A boat is targeted during U.S. strikes on Iranian military targets, in this screengrab taken from a Central Command video released Thursday.A boat is targeted during U.S. strikes on Iranian military targets, in this screengrab taken from a Central Command video released Thursday.Fri, 24 Jul 2026 10:05:48 GMTFri, 24 Jul 2026 21:20:40 GMTDaniel ArkinSteve KopackFri, 24 Jul 2026 19:46:21 GMTParamount Skydance has agreed to freeze its merger with rival entertainment conglomerate Warner Bros.2112-01-01T00:00:00.000+0000https://www.nbcnews.com/business/business-news/paramount-skydance-agrees-halt-warner-bros-merger-june-2027-rcna589137https://www.nbcnews.com/business/business-news/paramount-skydance-agrees-halt-warner-bros-merger-june-2027-rcna589137Getty ImagesWarner Bros. Studios in Burbank, Calif.; Paramount Pictures lot in Los Angeles.Warner Bros. Studios in Burbank, Calif.; Paramount Pictures lot in Los Angeles.Fri, 24 Jul 2026 19:46:21 GMTFri, 24 Jul 2026 20:50:32 GMTSteve KopackGary GrumbachFri, 24 Jul 2026 18:13:21 GMTA group of small businesses on Friday sued the Trump administration over its latest tariffs on 60 U.S. trade partners, less than a day after they were enacted.2112-01-01T00:00:00.000+0000https://www.nbcnews.com/business/economy/small-businesses-sue-trump-latest-tariffs-rcna589110https://www.nbcnews.com/business/economy/small-businesses-sue-trump-latest-tariffs-rcna589110Paige Taylor WhiteThe Port Of Vancouver As Carney, Trump Agree to Speed Up Talks Before 50% Tariffs HitThe Port of Vancouver in British Columbia, Canada, on Wednesday.Fri, 24 Jul 2026 18:13:21 GMTFri, 24 Jul 2026 18:13:21 GMTAllie CanalGrace ThomasFri, 24 Jul 2026 16:19:00 GMTThe cyclospora outbreak has people avoiding salads and burrito bowls. Now, for many Americans the question is whether any lettuce can be trusted.2112-01-01T00:00:00.000+0000https://www.nbcnews.com/business/consumer/cyclospora-trust-crisis-taco-bell-taylor-farms-rcna588817https://www.nbcnews.com/business/consumer/cyclospora-trust-crisis-taco-bell-taylor-farms-rcna588817David Paul MorrisTaylor Farms Products As Lettuce Supplier Prepares To Issue A RecallA customer reaches for Taylor Farms bagged salads for sale at a grocery store in Hercules, California, on July 17, 2026. Fri, 24 Jul 2026 16:19:00 GMTFri, 24 Jul 2026 16:19:00 GMTErika EdwardsFri, 24 Jul 2026 12:32:30 GMTThe massive, multistate outbreak of cyclosporiasis has expanded to nine states, the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention said Friday.2112-01-01T00:00:00.000+0000https://www.nbcnews.com/health/health-news/cyclosporiasis-outbreak-expands-9-states-rcna589013https://www.nbcnews.com/health/health-news/cyclosporiasis-outbreak-expands-9-states-rcna589013GomezDavidIceberg Lettuce Boxed and Loaded on TruckIceberg lettuce on the back of a produce truck.Fri, 24 Jul 2026 12:32:30 GMTFri, 24 Jul 2026 12:32:30 GMTSteve KopackReutersThu, 23 Jul 2026 21:16:38 GMTThese new duties, which range from 10% to 12.5%, will take effect Friday morning, just as the previous tariffs expire.2112-01-01T00:00:00.000+0000https://www.nbcnews.com/business/economy/trump-tariffs-60-countries-forced-labor-rcna588972https://www.nbcnews.com/business/economy/trump-tariffs-60-countries-forced-labor-rcna588972Micah GreenOperations At The Port of Mobile Ahead Of The BLS Import Price Index ReleaseContainers at APM Terminals at the Port of Mobile in Mobile, Ala., on July 8, 2026.Thu, 23 Jul 2026 21:16:38 GMTFri, 24 Jul 2026 08:07:34 GMTSteve KopackThe Associated PressAlexander SmithThu, 23 Jul 2026 11:39:33 GMTEuropean and U.S. crude oil both jumped, hitting their highest levels in weeks.2112-01-01T00:00:00.000+0000https://www.nbcnews.com/business/markets/oil-prices-rise-red-sea-attacks-houthis-saudi-trump-iran-war-rcna588851https://www.nbcnews.com/business/markets/oil-prices-rise-red-sea-attacks-houthis-saudi-trump-iran-war-rcna588851Shady AlassarCommercial ships and oil tankers in Gulf of Oman ahead of Hormuz reopeningA view of commercial cargo vessels and crude oil tankers are anchored in the Gulf of Oman, off the coast of Muscat, Oman, on June 21, 2026, as they prepare to transit through the critical Strait of Hormuz. Thu, 23 Jul 2026 11:39:33 GMTThu, 23 Jul 2026 19:34:27 GMT