https://www.nbcnews.com/NBC News Businessen-US© 2026 NBCNews.comTue, 12 May 2026 09:00:41 GMThttps://media-cldnry.s-nbcnews.com/image/upload/MSNBC/Components/Media/NBC-promo-graphics/nbc-news.pnghttps://www.nbcnews.com/Steve KopackKayla SteinbergTue, 12 May 2026 09:00:41 GMTInflation surged to 3.8% in April, its highest level in nearly three years, as the war in Iran causes a ripple effect across the economy and energy prices rise.2112-01-01T00:00:00.000+0000https://www.nbcnews.com/business/economy/april-inflation-data-iran-war-rcna344586https://www.nbcnews.com/business/economy/april-inflation-data-iran-war-rcna344586Michael M. SantiagoDiscount Grocery Stores Thrive As Variety Of Economic Pressures Weigh On ConsumersPeople shop at a Lidl Supermarket on May 11, 2026 in the Crown Heights neighborhood of Brooklyn, N.Y.Tue, 12 May 2026 09:00:41 GMTTue, 12 May 2026 13:17:54 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 GMTWed, 13 May 2026 10:46:37 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 GMTWed, 13 May 2026 10:49:27 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 $1.40 — close to the national average — 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 $1.40 — close to the national average — 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 $1.40 — close to the national average — since the war in Iran began.Tue, 05 May 2026 19:45:57 GMTWed, 13 May 2026 10:46:29 GMTTue, 12 May 2026 12:12:24 GMTThe surge in energy prices is likely driving inflation to the highest in three years, nearing a 3.8% reading ahead of new numbers to be released on Tuesday. Soaring oil prices from the Iran war have added costs for farmers, ranchers, shippers and small businesses, and economists say we haven’t felt the full effects yet. NBC’s Christine Romans reports for TODAY.2056-05-12T12:11:41.000+0000tdy_news_7a_romans_inflation_260512https://www.today.com/video/latest-inflation-numbers-reflect-impact-of-war-with-iran-263154757884Latest Inflation Numbers Reflect Impact of War With IranThe surge in energy prices is likely driving inflation to the highest in three years, nearing a 3.8% reading ahead of new numbers to be released on Tuesday. Soaring oil prices from the Iran war have added costs for farmers, ranchers, shippers and small businesses, and economists say we haven’t felt the full effects yet. NBC’s Christine Romans reports for TODAY.Tue, 12 May 2026 12:11:37 GMTTue, 12 May 2026 12:12:24 GMTSat, 09 May 2026 12:56:42 GMTThe United States economy is showing surprising signs of resilience despite the continuing war in Iran. The jobs report released on Friday showed 115,000 jobs were added in April with the unemployment rate remaining steady at 4.3 percent. NBC’s Allie Canal reports for Saturday TODAY.2056-05-09T12:55:44.000+0000tdy_sat_canal_economy_iran_war_260509https://www.today.com/video/us-economy-remains-resilient-despite-the-war-in-iran-263045189589US Adds 115,000 Jobs in April Despite Concerns Over Iran WarThe United States economy is showing surprising signs of resilience despite the continuing war in Iran. The jobs report released on Friday showed 115,000 jobs were added in April with the unemployment rate remaining steady at 4.3 percent. NBC’s Allie Canal reports for Saturday TODAY.Sat, 09 May 2026 12:55:40 GMTSat, 09 May 2026 12:56:42 GMTFri, 08 May 2026 13:36:15 GMTThe “blind box” trend is where consumers purchase a mystery box, not knowing what’s inside, with the hopes of hitting it big. Now major brands including Crocs and NYX Cosmetics are cashing in on the $20 billion industry. Reporting for TODAY, NBC’s business correspondent Brian Cheung breaks down the craze behind these nostalgic surprise treats that range from novelty toys to snacks, books, makeup, plants and more.2056-05-08T13:35:38.000+0000tdy_money_9a_cheung_blind_boxes_260508https://www.today.com/video/what-s-a-blind-box-and-why-are-big-brands-following-the-trend-262987845731What's a Blind Box and Why Are Big Brands Following the Trend?The “blind box” trend is where consumers purchase a mystery box, not knowing what’s inside, with the hopes of hitting it big. Now major brands including Crocs and NYX Cosmetics are cashing in on the $20 billion industry. Reporting for TODAY, NBC’s business correspondent Brian Cheung breaks down the craze behind these nostalgic surprise treats that range from novelty toys to snacks, books, makeup, plants and more.Fri, 08 May 2026 13:35:34 GMTFri, 08 May 2026 13:36:15 GMTThu, 07 May 2026 21:51:39 GMTThe Justice Department is investigating a series of oil market trades that right before important moves related to the war with Iran. At least four trades worth $2.6 billion are being examined. NBC News’ Allie Canal explains the timing of the bets.2056-05-07T21:51:09.000+0000now_hallie_aca_oil_trades_260507https://www.nbcnews.com/video/source-doj-investigating-suspicious-oil-trades-timed-around-iran-war-262944837880Source: DOJ investigating suspicious oil trades timed around Iran warThe Justice Department is investigating a series of oil market trades that right before important moves related to the war with Iran. At least four trades worth $2.6 billion are being examined. NBC News’ Allie Canal explains the timing of the bets.Thu, 07 May 2026 21:51:05 GMTThu, 07 May 2026 21:51:39 GMTDalila MuataSat, 09 May 2026 14:00:42 GMTSpirit Airlines was the budget-friendly carrier America loved to hate.2112-01-01T00:00:00.000+0000https://www.nbcnews.com/news/us-news/get-losers-re-buying-airline-spirit-revival-plan-going-viral-rcna343953https://www.nbcnews.com/news/us-news/get-losers-re-buying-airline-spirit-revival-plan-going-viral-rcna343953Ronaldo SilvaSpirit Airlines,Aircraft parked out of service at Orlando International Airport.Sat, 09 May 2026 14:00:42 GMTSat, 09 May 2026 14:23:09 GMTTom LlamasJennifer JettJay GanglaniDawn LiuErin TanWed, 13 May 2026 01:08:37 GMTChina loves electric cars: making them, driving them and selling them to the rest of the world.2112-01-01T00:00:00.000+0000https://www.nbcnews.com/world/asia/chinese-evs-take-world-storm-united-states-rcna344680https://www.nbcnews.com/world/asia/chinese-evs-take-world-storm-united-states-rcna344680Ignacio TorresBYC electric vehicles at a showroom in Beijing this week.BYC electric vehicles at a showroom in Beijing this week.Ignacio TorresNBC News' Tom Llamas at a BYD dealership in Beijing this week.NBC News' Tom Llamas at a BYD dealership in Beijing this week.Qilai ShenBeijing Auto Show 2026A display of the BYD Denza e3 at the Beijing auto show on April 25. China's premier automotive event showcased the new technologies emerging out of cutthroat competition. AFP via Getty ImagesBYD's Shenzhen car carrier docked in the port of Suzhou, China on April 17.BYD's Shenzhen car carrier docked in the port of Suzhou, China, on April 17.Wed, 13 May 2026 01:08:37 GMTWed, 13 May 2026 01:18:56 GMTAllie CanalTue, 12 May 2026 19:08:28 GMTAfter warnings that the Iran war would drive up U.S. food prices, new data shows that “Food at home,” otherwise known as grocery bills, rose 0.7% in April.2112-01-01T00:00:00.000+0000https://www.nbcnews.com/business/consumer/grocery-prices-jumped-april-iran-war-gas-rcna344762https://www.nbcnews.com/business/consumer/grocery-prices-jumped-april-iran-war-gas-rcna344762Brandon Bell A customer shops for produce at an H-E-B grocery store on May 11, 2026 in Austin, Texas. A customer shops for produce at an H-E-B grocery store on May 11, 2026 in Austin, Texas. Tue, 12 May 2026 19:08:28 GMTTue, 12 May 2026 19:08:28 GMTMegan LebowitzDareh GregorianMon, 11 May 2026 17:05:39 GMTSuspending the federal gas tax would require congressional approval, and it could cost the government billions of dollars in revenue.2112-01-01T00:00:00.000+0000https://www.nbcnews.com/politics/white-house/trump-says-support-suspending-federal-gas-tax-rcna344585https://www.nbcnews.com/politics/white-house/trump-says-support-suspending-federal-gas-tax-rcna344585Ariana DrehslerA sign displays fuel prices at a Mobil gas stationEnergy Secretary Chris Wright said Sunday that President Donald Trump was “open to all ideas” to cut the cost of gas.Mon, 11 May 2026 17:05:39 GMTMon, 11 May 2026 22:09:45 GMTDaniel ArkinAustin MullenMon, 11 May 2026 21:18:04 GMTTexas’ attorney general sued Netflix, accusing the streaming firm of “spying on” people in his state and collecting user data without consent.2112-01-01T00:00:00.000+0000https://www.nbcnews.com/business/media/texas-accuses-netflix-spying-children-designing-addictive-features-new-rcna344599https://www.nbcnews.com/business/media/texas-accuses-netflix-spying-children-designing-addictive-features-new-rcna344599Mario TamaNetflix Shares Jump On Strong Subscriber ReportThe Netflix corporate offices in Los Angeles in 2024.Mon, 11 May 2026 21:18:04 GMTMon, 11 May 2026 21:18:04 GMTDennis RomeroCristian SantanaCheyenne Darcy AmayaMirna AlsharifSun, 10 May 2026 23:49:40 GMTVideo released Sunday by airport officials shows the moment a Frontier passenger jet struck a person on a Denver International Airport runway.2112-01-01T00:00:00.000+0000https://www.nbcnews.com/news/us-news/video-shows-passenger-jet-fatally-strike-person-denver-international-r-rcna344450https://www.nbcnews.com/news/us-news/video-shows-passenger-jet-fatally-strike-person-denver-international-r-rcna344450David ZalubowskiSeveral Frontier Airlines jets on a tarmac. Frontier Airlines jetliners sit on the tarmac outside the A concourse of Denver International Airport on May 9, 2026.Sun, 10 May 2026 23:49:40 GMTMon, 11 May 2026 18:56:05 GMTDaniel ArkinMon, 11 May 2026 17:21:20 GMTDisney and ABC are the targets of a “campaign of censorship” orchestrated by the Trump administration’s FCC, the lone Democrat on the panel said.2112-01-01T00:00:00.000+0000https://www.nbcnews.com/business/media/democratic-fcc-commissioner-tells-disney-target-censorship-campaign-rcna344568https://www.nbcnews.com/business/media/democratic-fcc-commissioner-tells-disney-target-censorship-campaign-rcna344568Win McNameeFCC Chairman Brendan Carr Testifies To House Committee On Oversight Of The FCCFCC Commissioner Anna Gomez in Washington on Jan. 14. Kevin DietschFederal Communications Commission Holds Open Meeting In Washington, DCFCC Commissioner Anna Gomez in Washington on Jan. 14. Mon, 11 May 2026 17:21:20 GMTMon, 11 May 2026 17:21:20 GMTSteve KopackCraig MelvinMon, 11 May 2026 13:13:22 GMTNike is in “cleanup mode,” but CEO Elliott Hill has confidence in the iconic American company, he told Craig Melvin for NBC’s “Business in America” series.2112-01-01T00:00:00.000+0000https://www.nbcnews.com/business/ceo-interviews/nike-ceo-stock-turnaround-china-rcna344291https://www.nbcnews.com/business/ceo-interviews/nike-ceo-stock-turnaround-china-rcna344291Soobum ImElliott Hill.Elliott Hill, President and CEO of Nike, on April 2, 2026, in Portland.Mon, 11 May 2026 13:13:22 GMTMon, 11 May 2026 13:13:22 GMTDaniel ArkinFri, 08 May 2026 17:26:29 GMTThe Trump administration is violating ABC’s free speech rights with a regulatory action focused on “The View,” the broadcast network argued in an FCC filing.2112-01-01T00:00:00.000+0000https://www.nbcnews.com/business/media/abc-accuses-trump-administration-violating-free-speech-rights-rcna344247https://www.nbcnews.com/business/media/abc-accuses-trump-administration-violating-free-speech-rights-rcna344247Lou RoccoMarlon Wayans is a guest on "The View" Sep. 17, 2025.Marlon Wayans is a guest on "The View" on Sept. 17, 2025.Kevin DietschFederal Communications Commission Holds Open Meeting In Washington, DCMarlon Wayans is a guest on "The View" on Sept. 17, 2025.Fri, 08 May 2026 17:26:29 GMTFri, 08 May 2026 19:46:19 GMTSteve KopackFri, 08 May 2026 09:00:41 GMTThe U.S. economy added 115,000 jobs in April, a sign that the labor market retained its resiliency even in the face of a global energy shock triggered by the Iran war.2112-01-01T00:00:00.000+0000https://www.nbcnews.com/business/economy/april-jobs-report-iran-war-pressure-rcna344166https://www.nbcnews.com/business/economy/april-jobs-report-iran-war-pressure-rcna344166Matt McClainUS Economy Ahead Of Gross Domestic Product Figures ReleaseA delivery driver in Alexandria, Va., on April 8, 2026.Fri, 08 May 2026 09:00:41 GMTFri, 08 May 2026 13:12:16 GMTMichael KosnarSteve KopackThu, 07 May 2026 21:56:36 GMTThe Justice Department and the CFTC are probing a series of highly profitable oil market trades made just ahead of major policy announcements on the Iran war.2112-01-01T00:00:00.000+0000https://www.nbcnews.com/business/energy/doj-probes-oil-prediction-markets-iran-news-rcna344135https://www.nbcnews.com/business/energy/doj-probes-oil-prediction-markets-iran-news-rcna344135Brandon BellRefinery.An aerial view of smoke from a refinery on June 14, 2024 in Houston.Thu, 07 May 2026 21:56:36 GMTThu, 07 May 2026 23:33:16 GMTRohan NadkarniAllan SmithAndrew GreifWed, 06 May 2026 23:22:15 GMTTed Turner, the media tycoon who died Wednesday, had a unique business sense that led him to (among other things) create America’s first 24-hour cable news channel, establish the concept of a “superstation” and pocket many billions of dollars2112-01-01T00:00:00.000+0000https://www.nbcnews.com/sports/baseball/ted-turner-managed-one-braves-game-forever-changed-professional-sports-rcna343897https://www.nbcnews.com/sports/baseball/ted-turner-managed-one-braves-game-forever-changed-professional-sports-rcna343897APImage: Ted TurnerTed Turner in the dugout before the Atlanta Braves' game against the Pittsburgh Pirates at Three Rivers Stadium in Pittsburgh on May 11, 1977.Bettmann ArchiveHank Aaron and Ted Turner Watching Baseball GameTed Turner in the dugout before the Atlanta Braves' game against the Pittsburgh Pirates at Three Rivers Stadium in Pittsburgh on May 11, 1977.Bettmann ArchiveTed Turner and Girl DancingTed Turner in the dugout before the Atlanta Braves' game against the Pittsburgh Pirates at Three Rivers Stadium in Pittsburgh on May 11, 1977.R.C. GreenawaltAtlanta Braves owner and manager Ted Turner cheers for his team as they play the Pirates at Three Rivers Stadium on May 11, 1977, in Pittsburgh.Ted Turner in the dugout before the Atlanta Braves' game against the Pittsburgh Pirates at Three Rivers Stadium in Pittsburgh on May 11, 1977.Rich AddicksTed Turner waits for the start of the National League Wild Card Game between the Atlanta Braves and the St. Louis Cardinals at Turner Field on Friday, October 5, 2012.Ted Turner in the dugout before the Atlanta Braves' game against the Pittsburgh Pirates at Three Rivers Stadium in Pittsburgh on May 11, 1977.Wed, 06 May 2026 23:22:15 GMTWed, 06 May 2026 23:22:15 GMTErik OrtizRyan NoblesKyle StewartTue, 05 May 2026 22:19:07 GMTHoward Lutnick said he stopped talking to Jeffrey Epstein in 2005. But a House inquiry wants to know why investigative files show otherwise.2112-01-01T00:00:00.000+0000https://www.nbcnews.com/politics/politics-news/howard-lutnick-congressional-showdown-epstein-files-island-visit-rcna343523https://www.nbcnews.com/politics/politics-news/howard-lutnick-congressional-showdown-epstein-files-island-visit-rcna343523Samuel CorumPresident Trump Spends Weekend At His Mar-a-Lago Resort In FloridaSecretary of Commerce Howard Lutnick aboard Air Force One on Feb. 6, 2026 en route to Palm Beach, Fla.Tue, 05 May 2026 22:19:07 GMTWed, 06 May 2026 20:53:17 GMTSteve KopackWed, 06 May 2026 10:24:31 GMTThe price of oil plunged and stocks surged after a new report said the U.S. believed it was nearing a deal to end the war with Iran.2112-01-01T00:00:00.000+0000https://www.nbcnews.com/business/business-news/oil-markets-gas-prices-450-us-iran-near-deal-end-war-hormuz-rcna343819https://www.nbcnews.com/business/business-news/oil-markets-gas-prices-450-us-iran-near-deal-end-war-hormuz-rcna343819Amirhosein KhorgooiVessels in the Strait of Hormuz near Bandar Abbas, IranVessels in the Strait of Hormuz near Bandar Abbas, Iran, on May 4, 2026.Hannah Beier for NBC NewsWholesale gas prices dropped 5% following the Axios report.Wholesale gas prices dropped 5% following the Axios report.Wed, 06 May 2026 10:24:31 GMTWed, 06 May 2026 20:23:56 GMTDaniel ArkinWed, 06 May 2026 14:16:51 GMTTed Turner, the high-flying media tycoon, entrepreneur and philanthropist who founded CNN and revolutionized American cable television, died on Wednesday, according to his private holding company.2112-01-01T00:00:00.000+0000https://www.nbcnews.com/news/obituaries/ted-turner-cnn-founder-dies-87-rcna4931https://www.nbcnews.com/news/obituaries/ted-turner-cnn-founder-dies-87-rcna4931Steve HelberImage: Ted TurnerAtlanta Braves owner Ted Turner arrives at Atlanta's Federal Court House, on April 28, 1977, Atlanta, Ga.APImage: Ted TurnerTed Turner named himself the manager of the Atlanta Braves in 1977, leading to a dispute with Major League Baseball. The Braves lost his only game in charge.BettmannTed TurnerTed Turner aboard his yacht "Courageous" in Newport, R.I., in 1977.CNN via APTed Turner in the CNN newsroom in Atlanta in 1985.Ted Turner in the CNN newsroom in Atlanta in 1985.Chris PizzelloTed Turner and Jane Fonda in Los Angeles in 1995. Ted Turner and Jane Fonda in Los Angeles in 1995. Paul MorigiTed Turner addresses guests at the unveiling of his portrait at the Smithsonian's National Portrait Gallery in Washington, DC. on Dec. 2, 2014.Ted Turner addresses guests at the unveiling of his portrait at the Smithsonian's National Portrait Gallery in 2014. Wed, 06 May 2026 14:16:51 GMTWed, 06 May 2026 19:20:00 GMTPatrick SmithMinyvonne BurkeDennis RomeroTue, 05 May 2026 11:23:10 GMTThe government of Spain said Tuesday that it will receive the cruise ship at the center of a deadly hantavirus outbreak at one of its ports in the Canary Islands2112-01-01T00:00:00.000+0000https://www.nbcnews.com/health/health-news/hantavirus-cruise-ship-stranded-crew-evacuation-human-transmission-rcna343606https://www.nbcnews.com/health/health-news/hantavirus-cruise-ship-stranded-crew-evacuation-human-transmission-rcna343606via Qasem ElhatoAPTOPIX Cape Verde Hantavirus ShipHealth workers get off the Dutch-flagged MV Hondius, a cruise ship carrying nearly 150 people as it remains off Cape Verde on Monday, May 4, 2026 after three passengers died and several others fell seriously ill in a suspected hantavirus outbreak. AFP via Getty ImagesCAPE VERDE-HEALTH-TOURISMThe MV Hondius cruise ship stationary off the port of Praia, the capital of Cape Verde, on Tuesday.Tue, 05 May 2026 11:23:10 GMTWed, 06 May 2026 02:32:01 GMTYuliya TalmazanRebecca ShabadAlexandra BacallaoEleanor SkellyBetsy MahoneyTara PrindivilleTue, 05 May 2026 10:23:08 GMTThe ceasefire in the Middle East was in peril Tuesday after the U.S. and Iran traded fire and threats over President Donald Trump's new mission to force open the Strait of Hormuz.2112-01-01T00:00:00.000+0000https://www.nbcnews.com/world/iran/us-iran-war-trump-open-hormuz-attacks-ships-ceasefire-rcna343604https://www.nbcnews.com/world/iran/us-iran-war-trump-open-hormuz-attacks-ships-ceasefire-rcna343604Amirhosein KhorgooiVessels in the Strait of Hormuz near Bandar Abbas, IranVessels in the Strait of Hormuz near Bandar Abbas, Iran, May 4, 2026. Chip SomodevillaDefense Secretary Hegseth And Joint Chiefs Chairman Caine Brief Media At PentagonDefense Secretary Pete Hegseth and the chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff, Gen. Dan Caine, at the Pentagon on Tuesday.Tue, 05 May 2026 10:23:08 GMTTue, 05 May 2026 23:39:23 GMT