https://www.nbcnews.com/NBC News Businessen-US© 2026 NBCNews.comWed, 12 Aug 2026 14:35:52 GMThttps://media-cldnry.s-nbcnews.com/image/upload/MSNBC/Components/Media/NBC-promo-graphics/nbc-news.pnghttps://www.nbcnews.com/Greg RosensteinSteve KopackWed, 12 Aug 2026 14:35:52 GMTThe Los Angeles Lakers are being sold to an ownership group led by Josh Kushner and Bob Iger, the businessmen confirmed to NBC News on Wednesday.2112-01-01T00:00:00.000+0000https://www.nbcnews.com/sports/nba/los-angeles-lakers-sold-bob-iger-josh-kushner-12-billion-rcna592121https://www.nbcnews.com/sports/nba/los-angeles-lakers-sold-bob-iger-josh-kushner-12-billion-rcna592121Ronald MartinezThe Los Angeles Lakers logo, printed three times on the wall, appears on the basketball court with reflections on the floorThe Los Angeles Lakers logo before a press conference at UCLA Health Training Center in El Segundo, Calif., on Sept. 25, 2024.Wed, 12 Aug 2026 14:35:52 GMTWed, 12 Aug 2026 16:48:12 GMTMatt LavietesWed, 12 Aug 2026 14:31:37 GMTDating app Bumble announced on Tuesday that it would be getting rid of its hallmark rule that prevents men from making the first move.2112-01-01T00:00:00.000+0000https://www.nbcnews.com/news/us-news/bumble-scraps-signature-rule-now-allows-men-make-first-move-dating-app-rcna592089https://www.nbcnews.com/news/us-news/bumble-scraps-signature-rule-now-allows-men-make-first-move-dating-app-rcna592089Gabby JonesBlackstone Seeks Payout From Bumble Loan Amid Online Dating BoomWed, 12 Aug 2026 14:31:37 GMTWed, 12 Aug 2026 14:31:37 GMTSteve KopackWed, 12 Aug 2026 09:00:41 GMTThe government released the consumer price index for July as Americans contend with a tight labor market and elevated energy costs. 2112-01-01T00:00:00.000+0000https://www.nbcnews.com/business/economy/cpi-inflation-july-2026-rcna591698https://www.nbcnews.com/business/economy/cpi-inflation-july-2026-rcna591698David Paul MorrisUS Economy Ahead Of Consumer Price Index Figures ReleaseA shopper holds one dollar US banknotes inside a store in the Chinatown neighborhood of San Francisco, California, US, on Monday, July 13, 2026.Wed, 12 Aug 2026 09:00:41 GMTWed, 12 Aug 2026 14:03:31 GMTWed, 12 Aug 2026 16:22:32 GMTThe Los Angeles Lakers are being sold to an ownership group led by Josh Kushner and former Disney CEO Bob Iger reportedly for a $12.5 billion. NBC News' Steve Patterson reports on the new ownership group buying the franchise that had just been bought in late 2025. 2056-08-12T16:21:37.000+0000now_daily_a_lakers_sell_iger_260812https://www.nbcnews.com/now/video/lakers-to-be-sold-to-bob-iger-and-josh-kushner-for-12-billion-268186693578Lakers to be sold to Bob Iger and Josh Kushner for $12 billionThe Los Angeles Lakers are being sold to an ownership group led by Josh Kushner and former Disney CEO Bob Iger reportedly for a $12.5 billion. NBC News' Steve Patterson reports on the new ownership group buying the franchise that had just been bought in late 2025. Wed, 12 Aug 2026 16:21:34 GMTWed, 12 Aug 2026 16:22:32 GMTWed, 12 Aug 2026 15:49:08 GMTIf you're ready to test your luck, the Powerball jackpot has officially broken the billion-dollar barrier. It comes after no winning tickets were sold for Monday night's massive drawing. It's just the second time in under a year that the grand prize has eclipsed the billion-dollar mark.2056-08-12T15:48:38.000+0000x_tdy_news_social_powerball_jackpot_260812https://www.today.com/video/powerball-hits-1-billion-for-wednesday-night-s-drawing-268184133867Jackpot for Powerball Officially Breaks $1 Billion MarkIf you're ready to test your luck, the Powerball jackpot has officially broken the billion-dollar barrier. It comes after no winning tickets were sold for Monday night's massive drawing. It's just the second time in under a year that the grand prize has eclipsed the billion-dollar mark.Wed, 12 Aug 2026 15:48:35 GMTWed, 12 Aug 2026 15:49:08 GMTWed, 12 Aug 2026 15:08:57 GMTFor 2026, back-to-school spending for grades K-12 is expected to hit an average of $863, up slightly from 2025, and a record $1,400 for college students. But before you go shopping, NBC’s Christine Romans stops by TODAY to share ways to save, including offerings from Walmart, Target, Staples and Amazon. She also shares strategies for comparing prices, buying refurbished tech and more.2056-08-12T15:08:07.000+0000tdy_money_9a_romans_school_savings_260812https://www.today.com/video/back-to-school-shopping-strategies-that-get-an-a-for-savings-268181573821Back-to-School Shopping: What to Know Before Hitting the StoresFor 2026, back-to-school spending for grades K-12 is expected to hit an average of $863, up slightly from 2025, and a record $1,400 for college students. But before you go shopping, NBC’s Christine Romans stops by TODAY to share ways to save, including offerings from Walmart, Target, Staples and Amazon. She also shares strategies for comparing prices, buying refurbished tech and more.Wed, 12 Aug 2026 14:50:24 GMTWed, 12 Aug 2026 15:08:57 GMTMon, 10 Aug 2026 13:09:20 GMTIt’s back-to-school season and outlet stores and malls are in high demand, but are they really delivering the best prices? NBC’s Christine Romans joins TODAY to share shopping strategies to find better deals elsewhere. Tips include checking clearance sections, using browser extensions for coupons and more.2056-08-10T13:08:42.000+0000tdy_money_8a_romans_shopping_deals_260810https://www.today.com/video/how-to-find-better-bargains-beyond-outlet-stores-268028485810Outlets Don’t Always Offer the Best Deals: Where to Find BargainsIt’s back-to-school season and outlet stores and malls are in high demand, but are they really delivering the best prices? NBC’s Christine Romans joins TODAY to share shopping strategies to find better deals elsewhere. Tips include checking clearance sections, using browser extensions for coupons and more.Mon, 10 Aug 2026 13:08:36 GMTMon, 10 Aug 2026 13:09:20 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 GMTTue, 11 Aug 2026 14:13:01 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 GMTSun, 09 Aug 2026 11:18:15 GMTSteve KopackChristine RomansFri, 07 Aug 2026 09:30:40 GMTThe U.S. economy shed 23,000 jobs in July, a sign that the labor market had not stabilized after four months of positive growth.2112-01-01T00:00:00.000+0000https://www.nbcnews.com/business/economy/july-2026-jobs-report-rcna591138https://www.nbcnews.com/business/economy/july-2026-jobs-report-rcna591138Scott OlsonPeople at a job fair.Job seekers attend a job fair on May 12, 2026, in Chicago.Fri, 07 Aug 2026 09:30:40 GMTFri, 07 Aug 2026 20:30:22 GMTDaniel ArkinThu, 06 Aug 2026 15:27:18 GMTThe Federal Communications Commission voted to eliminate a cap on the share of U.S. television households a single company can reach.2112-01-01T00:00:00.000+0000https://www.nbcnews.com/business/media/federal-communications-commission-scraps-limit-broadcast-tv-ownership-rcna587641https://www.nbcnews.com/business/media/federal-communications-commission-scraps-limit-broadcast-tv-ownership-rcna587641Al Drago 2262581403FCC Chairman Brendan Carr, center, during an open commission meeting at the FCC headquarters in February.Kevin DietschThe seal for the Federal Communications Commission in the commission's briefing room.FCC Chairman Brendan Carr, center, during an open commission meeting at the FCC headquarters in February.Thu, 06 Aug 2026 15:27:18 GMTThu, 06 Aug 2026 17:12:09 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 GMTThu, 06 Aug 2026 14:28:45 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 GMTThu, 06 Aug 2026 05:34:15 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 GMTWed, 05 Aug 2026 19:19:08 GMTRob 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 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 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 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 GMT