CNBC

CNBC, originally founded as Consumer News and Business Channel, is an American business news channel owned by NBCUniversal News Group, a unit of Comcast's NBCUniversal. Founded in 1989, CNBC has become a leading global provider of business news and financial market coverage.
== History ==
== History ==
CNBC was launched on April 17, 1989, as a joint venture between NBC and Cablevision. The network's original mission, as stated by former NBC President Bob Wright, was to provide business news that was relevant to viewers' lives and finances.
In 1991, NBC acquired the competing Financial News Network (FNN) and merged it into CNBC. The network subsequently acquired Cablevision's stake, giving NBC full ownership.
Over the years, CNBC has expanded its reach globally, launching CNBC Europe in 1996 and CNBC Asia in 1995. The network has also established numerous international partnerships and affiliates.
CNBC now reaches 340 million homes around the world, including 95 million in the U.S. and Canada with a median net worth of $1.2 million. It has branched out from its original New Jersey headquarters to operating bureaus at six separate U.S locations plus London and Singapore.
== Products and Services ==
=== Television Programming ===
CNBC provides 23 hours of live TV programming every weekday across the U.S., Europe, and Asia. The network's content focuses on business news, financial market coverage, and economic analysis.
=== Digital Operations ===
CNBC operates a 24/7 digital platform, including the website CNBC.com and mobile apps. These platforms offer real-time market data, news articles, video content, and financial tools.
=== Direct-to-Consumer Products ===
The network has expanded into direct-to-consumer offerings, including subscription-based services. In 2024, CNBC was reportedly planning to launch a streaming service, further expanding its digital presence.
=== Events and Councils ===
CNBC organizes business events and operates executive councils, providing networking and thought leadership opportunities for business professionals.
== Key People ==
===CNBC Leadership Team===
File:KC Sullivan.png|KC Sullivan, President, CNBC
File:Osman Ansari.png|Osman Ansari, Senior Vice President of Business Transformation & Corporate Affairs, CNBC
File:Deep Bagchee.png|Deep Bagchee, President, CNBC International
File:Deirdre Bianchi.png|Deirdre Bianchi, Senior Vice President, Program Strategy and Acquisitions
File:Thomas J. Clendenin.png|Thomas J. Clendenin, Senior Vice President, Marketing
File:Keith Cocozza.png|Keith Cocozza, Senior Vice President, Communications
File:Dan Colarusso.png|Dan Colarusso, Senior Vice President, Business News
File:Margaret de Luna .png|Margaret de Luna, Senior Vice President and General Manager, CNBC Direct-to-Consumer
File:Jay Yarow.png|Jay Yarow, Senior Vice President and Executive Editor, Digital
=== Popular Programs ===
* CNBC's Squawk Box
* CNBC's Power Lunch
* CNBC's Closing Bell
* CNBC's Fast Money
=== Popular Commentators and Anchors ===
* Jim Kramer
*Joe Kernen
*Michelle Caruso-Cabrera
*Bertha Coombs
*David Faber
*John Harwood
*Bob Pisani
== Latest News ==
CNBC further expanded its penetration in May 2008 by agreeing to provide on-line financial news video content to web portal AOL's Money and Finance channel. The deal will give AOL advertisers access to CNBC, CNBC.com and AOL in a single hit. CNBC had previously entered another web-based content deal with AOL rival MSN Money that fell apart in 2006.
== References ==
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