CNBC Economy / Updates
- U.S. says Hormuz blockade 'fully implemented,' while signaling diplomatic off-ramp for Iran April 15, 2026The White House has been signaling a diplomatic solution to the conflict in the Middle East, as discussions around continuing negotiations with Tehran are underway.
- CEOs are betting AI will augment work rather than displace all workers April 14, 2026Panelists at the Semafor World Economy conference said artificial intelligence can supplement the work that's already done, improving its quantity and quality.
- Wholesale prices rose 0.5% in March, much less than expected despite war impact April 14, 2026The producer price index was expected to increase 1.1% in March, according to the Dow Jones consensus estimate.