5 factors that are giving the US an edge over other major economies
How does the U.S. economy do it? Europe is floundering.
Will Midterm Mayhem Mess up Wall Street in 2014?
Politicians to Snare the Bulls? Midterm election years tend to be rocky for Wall Street amid uncertainty over which party will control Congress.
Commuters Desperate for New Hudson River Train Tunnel
As the population of the metro New York/New Jersey area has multiplied during the past century, a linchpin of the region’s commuter rail transportation system has remained unchanged.
Leadership Lessons From the Botched GOP Debate
The CNBC presidential debate was a train wreck, but as with all failures, there are lessons to be learned – lessons you’d think CEOs, governors and network executives would know by now.
Europe divided along former Iron Curtain over nuclear power; Austria angry over Czech plans
A quarter-century after the collapse of communism, Central Europe faces a new divide: irreconcilable visions of nuclear power that pit nations once on the opposite sides of the Iron Curtain against one another.
Arizona House approves bill granting energy tax credits and exemptions for Apple data center
The Arizona Legislature wants to help Apple Inc. by extending renewable energy tax credits and exemptions to cover the 1.3-million-square-foot data center it plans to open in the Phoenix suburb of Mesa.
Security contractor breach went undetected for months, similar to prior China hackings
A cyberattack similar to previous hacker intrusions from China penetrated computer networks for months at USIS, the government's leading security clearance contractor, before the company noticed, officials and others familiar with an FBI investigation and related official inquiries told The Associated Press.
SolarCity offers loans so rooftop customers can own solar system, still pay less for power
SolarCity will begin offering loans to homeowners for solar systems, a move that industry analysts say could reshape the market for rooftop solar and propel its rapid adoption.
Twitter sues FBI, DOJ to release more information on government surveillance of its users
Twitter is suing the FBI and the Department of Justice to be able to release more information about government surveillance of its users.
OPM plans to end contract with USIS after cyberattack hit major security clearance contractor
The federal Office of Personnel Management plans to terminate its massive contracts with USIS, the major security clearance contractor that was targeted last month by a cyberattack, agency, congressional and company officials said Tuesday.
Thailand's censors ban 'Tropico 5' computer game over 'peace and order' concerns
A video game distributor says Thailand's film and video censors have banned a city-building simulation game for computers because it could hurt the country's security.
On a roll with hybrid success, Toyota gambles on futuristic fuel cell car running on hydrogen
Rocket science long dismissed as too impractical and expensive for everyday cars is getting a push into the mainstream by Toyota, the world's top-selling automaker.
Will Congress Block Tax Inversions?
The White House is requesting congressional taxwriting committees write legislation that would 'immediately' shut down the use of tax inversions.
Freddie Mac Rakes in $8.6B in 4Q Profits, Repays $71.3 Billion Bailout
Freddie Mac said on Thursday it will soon send the U.S. Treasury a $10.4 billion dividend after posting a ninth-straight quarterly profit, putting taxpayers further into the black on their bailout of the mortgage giant.
With Eye on ObamaCare, Companies Move to Cut Workers’ Hours
The list of companies moving to cut hours for part-time workers continues to grow, as employers look to keep staffers below the 30-hour threshold set by the Affordable Care Act.
Fannie and Freddie Sit In Political Crosshairs
The underlying principle behind the push to wind down housing finance giants Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac is to encourage more housing market participation by the private sector.
Stable of 2016 Presidential Candidates Ever Changing
Carly Fiorina, best known for her stint as chief executive of Hewlett-Packard Co., may be the latest candidate to throw her hat into the ring for the 2016 presidency. From business leaders, to politicians of varying degrees, to medical professionals, the field is already filled with diversity. FOXBusiness.com takes a look at the candidates as the 2106 race for the White House heats up.
Inside Look at the Government Shutdown
The government shutdown is expected to result in the furlough of between 800,000 and one million federal employees. The specific economic impact remains uncertain; however, the way it will affect the inner-workings of the American government are emerging. Here’s a look at a few key areas relating to the business sector.
Clinton Email Probe Not Going Away
During an interview with the FOX Business Network’s Maria Bartiromo, former U.S. Attorney General Michael Mukasey said he’s not surprised that ex-Clinton staffer Bryan Pagliano was granted immunity for his testimony that could aid in expediting the Hillary Clinton email probe and the investigation overall.
Report: Obama Administration Vetting Appeals Court Judge for SCOTUS
The White House is vetting federal appellate Judge Jane Kelly for a possible Supreme Court nomination to replace the late Justice Antonin Scalia, the New York Times reported on Wednesday, citing a person with knowledge of the process.