Peter Nicholls | AFP | Getty ImagesThe U.K. is about to start trade negotiations with the United States, but some experts doubt they’ll achieve a far-reaching deal anytime soon. There are both political and technical obstacles standing in the way of a comprehensive trade deal between the two,” Fredrik Erixon, an international trade expert at the Brussels-based think tank ECIPE, told CNBC Tuesday. “It is our expectation that, although it will not be signed, much less ratified, before the U.S.’s N

European stocks plummeted further on Thursday as the rapid spread of coronavirus continues to dominate market sentiment. The pan-European Stoxx 600 fell 2.3% in early trade, with travel and leisure stocks plunging 3.3% to lead losses as all sectors and major bourses traded sharply in the red. The European countries of Estonia and Denmark both reported their first confirmed cases of coronavirus Thursday morning. It comes as China’s National Health Commission said there were 433 new confirmed case

Saudi Arabia has not reported any cases of the new coronavirus, according to the World Health Organization’s latest situation report. — Roy Choudhury10:56 am: South Korea central bank says virus outbreak raises growth uncertaintyBank of Korea kept its benchmark interest rate unchanged at 1.25%, surprising markets. Economists at ANZ Research said they were lowering their 2020 GDP growth forecast for South Korea from 2.3% to 1.9%. It cited the coronavirus outbreak in South Korea. More than half of

Nick Viall is best known for his many turns on ABC’s “The Bachelor” reality show franchise, including two stints on “The Bachelorette” in 2014 and 2015 and a spot on “Bachelor in Paradise” in 2016. These days, Viall is focused on a series of business and creative endeavors to build a brand beyond “The Bachelor.” Nick Viall Former ‘Bachelor”I never didn’t have a job’I never didn’t have a job. “The Bachelor” season 21 with Nick Viall. Nick Viall Former ‘Bachelor”I never get comfortable’

This student credit card rewards all of those little purchases with points, and then rounds those points up to the nearest 10. While young adults trying to develop good financial habits certainly need to manage their spending, the Citi Rewards+ Student card helps out when life has high demands. Below, CNBC Select breaks down the rewards, benefits and fees associated with the Citi Rewards+ Student Credit Card to help you decide whether this is the right card for you. Citi Rewards+ reviewRewardsAd

Below, CNBC Select explores how to safely make a political donation with your credit card. What are the fees charged when using your credit card to donate to a political candidate? When you give money to a political campaign or candidate using your credit card, a processing fee is taken as a percentage of that donation. And then there’s the old-school option of mailing a check, which isn’t as convenient as just typing in your credit card information online, but it eases any tension that your cre

It’s not unusual to have more than one credit card in your wallet — after all, the average American carries four. The Chase Ultimate Rewards® (CUR) portal is a great resource for cardholders looking to maximize points. If you have more than one eligible Chase card, you may consider combining points into one account so you can pool rewards and potentially cash them in for greater value. Chase credit cards that earn Ultimate Rewards include:Freedom cards are traditionally cash-back cards, but they

If you do decide to hire a tax preparer, you want to make sure you’re getting good advice and you’re not overpaying. Volunteer Income Tax Assistance (VITA) offers free tax help to those who generally make $56,000 or less, taxpayers with disabilities, or those whose English language skills are limited. Tax Counseling for the Elderly (TCE) provides free tax assistance to people who are age 60 and older. There may be other organizations offering free tax help in your area, too. AARP’s Tax-Aide prog

The condiments Lee suggests using are more complex than your average ketchup or mustard, but they’re just as accessible, and just as delicious: “The mindset that expensive food equals better foods is absolutely untrue.” The mindset that expensive food equals better foods is absolutely untrue. You can use a coffee grinder, that costs around $14, to grind any whole spices to save money. Try going to the grocery store a few hours before closing time, since that is when the store will likely slash p

“But I want to pay off the debt as fast as possible,” she said. “How long have you been trying to pay off your credit card debt?” This client is so many clients I sit across from during a Brunch & Budget meeting who are trying to get out from under their credit card debt. One thing I’ve learned over the years is the best way to pay down your debt is to start saving. But what I see happening over and over again is that the people who are constantly paying off credit card debt never seem able to g

While many of these monthly expenses may seem essential, there are easy ways to put some of that money back in your pocket. And cutting $50 to $100 out of your budget per month can make a big difference in the long run. Creating a budget can be the difference between guessing whether or not you spend a lot of money eating out and knowing that you do. It helps to boost your credit, and you don’t have to pay any late fees or delinquency fees,” she says. A lot of it is very dependent on knowing wha

“Though investors were slow to wise up, the math of retaining and reinvesting earnings is now well understood,” Buffett wrote. … Corporate investments are the real force for long-run growth and prosperity. But Mandel said that in the latest letter, “Buffett hit the nail on the head. … Corporate investments are the real force for long-run growth and prosperity.” Included in retained earnings are not just true business investments but stock buybacks.

How Papa John’s is coming back from the brinkIn early 2017, Papa John’s was enjoying steady growth, a high-profile partnership with the NFL, and rapid international expansion. But it’s been losing the pizza wars to Domino’s, Pizza Hut, and Little Caesars in recent years. Papa John’s is trying to rebrand and rebuild following the departure of its controversial founder and CEO, John Schnatter. Will the turnaround stick?

For many Americans, the cost of regularly taking and filling their medications is too much. That’s higher than previous polls that have found Americans struggling with prescription drug costs. Overall, nearly six in 10 Americans report taking at least one prescription drug, according to Kaiser. Unsurprisingly, the more prescriptions you have, or the more each drug costs, the harder it becomes to afford. Overall, the CDC estimates this costs Americans about $300 billion a year.

Throughout the ups and downs of the typical search, there’s one part of the process is usually more daunting than the rest: writing a cover letter with each application. Ian Siegel, CEO of jobs marketplace ZipRecruiter, understands why job seekers don’t know the best approach to writing a good cover letter. Using a cover letter to detail your qualifications is a big mistake, Siegel says — a resume should already accomplish this. In fact, the biggest mistake a job applicant can make is by startin

The money you’ve been diligently saving in 2019 is about to vanish. Health-care flexible spending accounts allow workers to put away money on a pretax basis and use it throughout the year for qualified medical expenses. Employers may choose to allow workers to carry over $500 into the new year. They may also give them up to March 15 of the following year to use the remaining cash. Employees lose as much as $400 million annually in unused balances, the health website FSAStore.com found.

“Owning a pet is a privilege and should result in a mutually beneficial relationship,” according to the American Veterinary Medical Association (AVMA). It’s estimated that owning a dog costs about $1,400 to $4,300 per year, writes Jenna Stregowski, a registered veterinary technician and contributor for The Spruce Pets, an online reference for pet owners. “Owning a dog is a huge responsibility,” says Cassie Denger, a client relationship specialist at Fort Pitt Capital Group. Dog food would be a r

Spanish infrastructure giant Ferrovial and French carmaker Groupe Renault have signed a strategic agreement to extend an electric car sharing service to Paris. There, users can choose from 658 Renault ZOE electric cars via their phone, with an app listing the nearest available vehicle. From March, 500 Renault ZOE vehicles will be deployed in Paris. Earlier this month Bluecity, an electric car sharing scheme in London, stopped offering its services, citing “current limitations which we have and t

Argus upgraded the pizza restaurant chain and said it liked the company’s strong store level cash flows. “We expect the addition of 250 U.S. stores and 856 international locations in 2019 to benefit revenue over the next 12 months. In addition, we expect DPZ to broaden its technological lead over competitors. We also like the company’s stable comps and strong store level cash flows, which are much higher than those of other franchisees. We think Domino’s Pizza can continue to grow and gain marke

Blackstone’s Joseph Zidle said Wednesday that investors should not buy back into the stock market yet after three straight down days to open the week. “I think we’re going to see more downside volatility unfortunately,” Zidle said on CNBC’s “Fast Money.” “I kind of think what’s happening here is investors pricing in risk versus uncertainty, and they’re two very different animals.” Zidle said he was unsure how much of a hit global growth would take because of the outbreak, but that several countr