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Prediction market user made $436,000 betting on Maduro capture -- A prediction market user won big after wagering $32,000 that the U.S. would capture former Venezuelan President Nicolas Maduro. Was it insider trading?
12 hours ago
U.S. oil companies won't rush to re-enter shaky Venezuela, experts say -- The Trump administration is counting on Big Oil to revive Venezuela's creaky energy sector. That's no sure bet, according to industry experts.13 hours ago
Oil stock prices rise after U.S. capture of Venezuelan President Maduro -- Shares in Chevron, Exxon and other energy companies climbed, while oil prices jumped, on Monday after Maduro's ouster.16 hours ago
Novo Nordisk debuts Wegovy weight-loss pill in the U.S. -- FDA-approved semaglutide drug is the first GLP-1 pill for weight loss available in the U.S., according to drugmaker Novo Nordisk.19 hours ago
U.S. seeks to tap Venezuela's vast oil reserves after military strikes. Here's what to know. -- President Trump said "we're going to get the oil flowing the way it should be" after the surprise U.S. attack. Here's what to know about Venezuela's oil sector.2 days ago
Major oil companies to meet with Trump admin. on Venezuela, sources say -- Petroleum giants Chevron, ConocoPhillips and ExxonMobil are planning to meet with the Trump administration later this week, sources told CBS News, as President Trump pushes oil companies to invest in Venezuela.11 hours ago
California could impose a billionaire tax. Here's how it would work. -- Proposed California ballot initiative would impose a one-time 5% tax on billionaires, with the revenue funneled toward health care and education. -- Jan 22 days ago
What to know about Greg Abel, the new CEO of Berkshire Hathaway -- Abel, 63, takes the helm of Berkshire Hathaway after a six-decade run by Buffett. -- Jan 47 hours ago
Grok let users post altered photos of minors in "minimal clothing" -- Grok, the chatbot developed by Elon Musk's company xAI, said it is fixing "lapses in safeguards" after social media users said it was generating sexualized photos of minors. -- Jan 212 hours ago
Can credit card debt be restructured? -- When credit card debt feels unmanageable, some borrowers look for ways to change the terms - but is that possible?14 hours ago
How much should you spend if your credit limit is $1,000?14 hours ago
What happens if your credit card payment bounces?17 hours ago
Will the price of gold rise again this January? -- The conditions are right for another gold price surge. Here's what investors should consider right now.14 hours ago
Is there a limit on how much gold you can own?14 hours ago
What is a good amount of silver to own in 2026?15 hours ago
How much will a home equity loan cost monthly in 2026? -- A home equity loan could be an affordable way to borrow money this year. Here's how much it could cost each month.15 hours ago
HELOCs vs. cash-out refinancing: Which one will be better in 2026? What experts say16 hours ago
Tracking rising cost of cars, trucks, groceries ahead of Trump's tariffs -- CBS News is tracking the rising cost of products most impacted by tariffs imposed and soon-to-be-imposed by President Trump, from grocery items to cars and trucks.9 months ago
MoneyWatch price tracker shows how much food, utility, housing costs are rising -- These charts track prices consumers pay for groceries and other goods now compared to five years ago.9 months ago
5 MONEY MOVES TO MAKE IN 2026, ACCORDING TO FINANCIAL EXPERTS -- As many Americans head into 2026 with mounting money worries, reviewing your finances now could help put you on firmer footing next year.10 days ago
Personal finance advice doesn't work for most Americans, economists say -- Personal finance is too complex for most people to navigate, two economists contend in a new book. Is there a better way to help people deal with money?1 month ago
How a change to Social Security could impact retirement in 2026 -- Social Security's full retirement age is changing next year, affecting when the youngest baby boomers and Gen Xers can collect 100% of their benefits.1 month ago
This word sums up how workers are feeling these days, Glassdoor says -- Here's how many employees say they are feeling amid festering concerns about the economy, AI and other issues, according to the job-search firm.26 days ago
For Gen Zers, finding work after college is often a painful slog -- "It's very discouraging," said one young job-seeker as employers pull back on hiring entry-level workers.1 month ago
The U.S. urgently needs air traffic controllers. Here's what the job requires. -- Aviation experts worry that the recent government shutdown could make it hard for the U.S. to recruit a new generation of air traffic controllers.1 month ago