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Speculation about an Anthropic initial public offering is picking up in the US. On CNBC, veteran banker Robert Kindler argued that an Anthropic listing would not drive the broader market, signaling that Wall Street sees the AI company's potential debut as significant but not market-moving. No filing or timeline has been confirmed, and attention remains on how the high-profile AI firm would be valued.
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US consumer prices rose 3.7% year on year in September, driven largely by a sharp jump in petrol prices, according to CNBC. The figure matched the previous month and kept inflation above the Federal Reserve's 2% target. Traders are watching the data closely for clues about whether interest rates will rise again this year.
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Indian equity markets are drawing heavy attention after the Sensex tumbled 876 points and the Nifty fell below 22,900, dragged down by private banks. Analysts are watching whether the index can clear 22,800 resistance toward 23,000, while GIFT Nifty signalled a soft opening. Attention is also on Q2 earnings from HDFC Bank, Axis Bank and ICICI Bank, with several stocks near 52-week lows.
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Iran says the Strait of Hormuz will not reopen until the United States meets its conditions, with reports of more tankers struck in the region raising fears of a wider Middle East conflict. News outlets including Reuters, CNBC and The Independent are running live coverage as Tehran and Washington remain locked in escalating tensions affecting global shipping.
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Bill Murray unexpectedly interrupted a live CNBC Squawk Box interview with former White House economic adviser Kevin Hassett, delighting viewers with a characteristically unprompted cameo. The moment circulated widely alongside coverage of the US midterm results, adding a lighter note to a news cycle otherwise dominated by the Democratic sweep and market reaction.
- 6Jim Cramer lists 10 things to watch in Thursday trading▼Jim Cramer's top 10 things to watch in the stock market Thursday
CNBC's Jim Cramer published his top 10 things to watch in the stock market on Thursday, his regular rundown of the tickers, data points and headlines likely to move trading that day. The list is part of his daily market preview ahead of the trading session.
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Anthropic's stock market debut is dominating business news, with CNBC running live updates on the AI lab's listing. Coverage focuses on the company's disclosed losses of $80.7 billion in the first half of 2026, a figure that has stunned readers and fuelled debate about valuations of leading AI firms. The IPO is trending in the UK, Singapore and Canada as investors weigh whether the maker of the Claude chatbot can justify its market expectations.
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Singapore has introduced a government-backed dating app aimed at young public sector workers, part of broader efforts to address the country's declining birth rate and demographic pressures. CNBC reported the rollout, which has drawn attention as an unusual state intervention in citizens' personal lives, with commentators debating whether government matchmaking can meaningfully slow the trend.
- 9Jim Cramer lists key stock market factors to watch Wednesday▼Jim Cramer's top 10 things to watch in the stock market Wednesday
CNBC's Jim Cramer published his list of the top 10 things investors should watch in the stock market on Wednesday. The rundown, a regular feature on the network, covers the day's key movers, earnings and economic signals for traders following US markets.
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Apple has responded to user reports of broken screens on its newly released foldable iPhone, according to CNBC. Owners of the foldable device have raised complaints about screen damage, and the company has now addressed those concerns publicly. The story is drawing attention in Brazil and Mexico, where the topic is trending on search rankings.
- 11US October jobs report smashes forecasts with 165,000 new jobs●HOLY CRAP! The US October jobs report just DESTROYED "expert" expectations, coming in at +165,000 jobs to the estimated
The US October jobs report came in at 165,000 new jobs, nearly triple the estimated 59,000, with factory jobs adding 19,000 and the unemployment rate slightly below expectations. Commentators are calling it a decisive beat of expert forecasts, with CNBC reacting with surprise, and supporters celebrating the figures as strong economic news.
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The US Department of Justice has charged James Comey, who served as FBI Director until 2017, in a new case, according to CNBC. Details of the charges and the circumstances surrounding them have not been spelled out in the available reporting, and no public reaction from Comey has been recorded here. The development lands amid ongoing political tension over past investigations involving the former director.
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Elon Musk is dominating the news after CNBC reported he has given $276 million to Republican groups, making him the largest known donor for the 2026 US midterm elections. The Guardian put his total midterm spending at $446 million. Separately, Vladimir Putin publicly praised Musk, calling him 'truly a genius', adding a geopolitical angle to the coverage.
- 14CNBC Awaaz live: market strategy ahead of US election day●🔴LIVE: First Trade Strategy | Nifty & Bank Nifty | Anuj Singhal | US Election | 4th November 2026
CNBC Awaaz is running a live market show anchored by Anuj Singhal, offering first trade strategies for Nifty and Bank Nifty on 4th November 2026 as the US election takes place. The programme focuses on how Indian equity indices may open and trade amid uncertainty over the election outcome, with viewers tuning in for intraday positioning ideas.
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Attention is turning to the upcoming consumer price index release in the United States, with CNBC reporting that the latest inflation data is expected to show price increases are accelerating. Traders and economists are watching the figure closely for clues about interest rate policy and the broader economy. The topic is drawing interest in both the US and Japan.
- 16Jim Cramer outlines what to watch in Tuesday's stock market▼Jim Cramer's top 10 things to watch in the stock market Tuesday
CNBC commentator Jim Cramer published a list of ten things for investors to watch in the stock market on Tuesday. The roundup highlights the key stocks, earnings and market movers he believes deserve attention as the trading day unfolds. It offers his usual guidance for investors tracking day-to-day developments on Wall Street.
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Micron's stock price is drawing attention after D.A. Davidson raised its price target on the memory-chip maker. CNBC reported the move, with the brokerage pointing to reasons for its markedly more bullish outlook on the company. Investors are watching Micron closely amid ongoing interest in semiconductor stocks and how far memory-chip demand and pricing can support further gains in the share price.
- 18Big stock stories to watch in Friday's trading session●Thursday's big stock stories: What’s likely to move the market in the next trading session
Investors are weighing the day's biggest stock stories ahead of Friday's trading session, with CNBC's market rundown highlighting the companies and sector developments likely to move prices. Traders typically use such wrap-ups to position themselves before the open, tracking earnings, analyst moves and macro signals that could shape the next session.
- 19Tom Lee says market selloff looks like forced liquidation●Fundstrat’s Tom Lee: Today looks like someone’s getting liquidated
Fundstrat research head Tom Lee said trading on the day looked like someone was being liquidated, pointing to a sharp, disorderly selloff across markets. His comments, aired on CNBC, fueled debate among investors about whether leveraged funds were being forced to unwind positions rather than reacting to fundamental news. Traders are watching for further forced selling as volatility continues.
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Yes Bank shares are drawing attention among Indian investors, with financial media listing banking names among stocks to watch. Outlets such as CNBC TV18 are tracking the broader banking pack, including HDFC Bank, ICICI Prudential, Bajaj Finance, DMart and Canara Bank, as traders look for direction in the sector.
- 21Friday's big stock stories: what could move markets next●Friday's big stock stories: What’s likely to move the market in the next trading session
Investors are looking ahead to Friday's trading session as CNBC rounds up the biggest stock stories likely to influence the market. Traders are weighing the week's corporate news, earnings and economic signals to position themselves before the weekend. Coverage of likely market movers has drawn attention as market participants assess how the next session could set the tone for the days ahead.