The European Union's top economic policy maker and scourge of debt-fueled budget deficits, is fed up with austerity.

Bullish momentum should drive stocks higher into the week ahead, with all eyes on a speech by Fed Chairman Bernanke.

Larry Kudlow says there's only one possible solution to clean up the IRS mess — a special council.

SAC Capital Advisors told investors it would no longer cooperate unconditionally with the government's investigation.

Trekkies will be getting their first official beer.

From waffle tacos to doughnut-bacon-and-egg sandwiches, restaurants pull out all the stops to capture your taste buds.

The blurring of the line between what you watch on TV and what you stream continues to get hazier, TheStreet.com says.

Chief funster? Yep, that's a job. It's one of six dream jobs Australia is hiring for. How do you qualify? Read on.

JC Penney's Mike Ullman told shareholders: "I have an enduring affection for J.C. Penney." They appeared to return the favor.

The next week investors get the last wave of reports from retailers. Here's Pisani's take on the names that count.

Wall Street bonuses and staff levels are expected to rise again in 2013, according to a closely watched report.

The winner of the Powerball jackpot, will be putting a big smile on Uncle Sam's face. Why? Taxes.

Several new names have emerged into the spotlight. Here are a few of them...beyond the big three to watch.

The Obama administration on Friday said it was ready to free up $260 billion so the nation could meet its obligations.

US lawmakers accused IRS leaders of lying as they began investigating the agency's targeting of conservative groups.

It was making nothing on mobile a year ago but raked in $375 million in the first quarter, experts told CNBC.

Here are the world’s most pirate-infested waters, and stories of individual attacks from each area.

Bloomberg LP on Friday announced the appointment of a privacy advisor.

When a high school graduate wants a credit card, is that a good or bad thing? NBC takes a closer look.

High fees plus poor performance: The formula is pretty easy to determine what makes a bad mutual fund.