AI infrastructure debt risks grow as financing moves beyond corporate bonds
AI’s data-center buildout is drawing on leases, project loans and private credit, making leverage harder to measure.
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Treasury yields rise as U.S. signals further economic pressure on Iran
Treasury rates climbed Friday after U.S. officials discussed an open-ended Iran port blockade and possible new economic measures.
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Putin’s Kuril Islands visit draws protest from Japan’s Takaichi
Japan condemned Putin’s first trip to Iturup, an island Russia administers but Japan claims, renewing a dispute that blocks a post...
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NYC pied-à-terre tax appeal lets rollout continue pending court hearing
New York City can keep implementing its second-home surcharge while a lawsuit over notices and property records moves through cour...
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Kennedy Center Trump inscription vote revives questions over court order
The board reportedly approved a Trump restoration inscription and a new renovation closure plan after a judge barred formal renami...
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Reddit stock rises 11% after reported S&P 500 inclusion
Reddit shares gained 11% in extended trading after CNBC reported its planned Aug. 18 entry into the S&P 500.
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Geno Auriemma urges WNBA to refocus on basketball amid transgender debate
UConn coach Geno Auriemma said the WNBA should prioritize its on-court product as the league says no immediate eligibility matter...
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Jim Cramer’s five stocks to buy include Nvidia, Micron and Intel
CNBC Investing Club named Nvidia, Micron, Intel, Amazon and FedEx as its five current buys, with Intel’s equity raise in focus.
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OpenAI’s Denise Dresser to leave as Dali Rajic takes revenue chief role
OpenAI says Denise Dresser will depart after a transition period, naming former Wiz executive Dali Rajic as chief revenue officer.
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Monterey Car Week auction sales could top $471 million record
Hagerty projects $470 million to $500 million in 2026 auction sales, as newer supercars pull demand away from classic blue chips.
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CNBC Investing Club stock performance: Microsoft led while Meta lagged
Microsoft, Eaton and Salesforce led CNBC Investing Club holdings since its last meeting, while Meta, Apple and Linde declined.
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Databricks closes $5 billion funding at $190 billion valuation
Databricks’ new private financing lifts its valuation about 42% in six months as it funds enterprise AI products.
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