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Cecilie_Arcurs | E+ | Getty Images The term “FOMO” is defined as “a state of mental or emotional strain caused by the fear of missing out.” It’s also a form of social anxiety — a compulsive concern that one might miss an opportunity or satisfying event, often aroused by posts seen on social media websites.

The economy isn’t the only concern billionaire Ray Dalio has on his mind lately. Like many others, he’s also anxious about climate change. “It worries me. It’s almost like I worry for man,” Dalio tells CNBC Make It. Dalio, 72, stepped down as co-CEO of hedge fund Bridgewater Associates in 2017. Since then, the billionaire’s ventures have

Private jet fliers are facing increasing delays, cancellations and lack of available flights as the industry struggles to serve a record number of new fliers, while facing supply-chain troubles. July was the busiest month ever for private jet flights, with more than 300,000 flights, according to Argus International. While business usually cools in the fall,

Elizabeth Holmes, founder of Theranos Inc., left, arrives at federal court in San Jose, California, U.S., on Wednesday, Sept. 22, 2021. Davie Paul Morris | Bloomberg | Getty Images SAN JOSE, CALIF. — A former lab director at Theranos acknowledged on Friday that he had plenty of opportunities to address his concerns about the company’s

At Berkshire Hathaway’s annual shareholders meeting in 2011, billionaire investor Warren Buffett was asked what he thought about the contentious negotiations happening in Congress over whether or not to raise the debt ceiling. His response: failing to raise the debt ceiling would be a massive mistake. “It would probably be the most asinine act that

Powerball’s top prize has surged yet again, vaulting it into the top 10 largest jackpots in U.S. lottery history. With no one matching all six numbers drawn Wednesday night, the jackpot is now an estimated $620 million for Saturday night’s drawing. If there’s a winning ticket, it would be the 10th-largest lottery prize won —

In this article MORN Vlad Yushinov | iStock | Getty Images The stock market has taken some steep drops this month, and forecasts of a correction, or worse, are mounting. As a result, many investors may be wondering if it’s time to transfer some of their money to bonds, where returns can still be decent

Very few people self-identify as upper middle class or wealthy — even if, by the numbers, their income or net worth puts them in that category. Only 1% of Americans consider themselves upper class, according to a 2015 Pew survey, and just 6% of those earning $100,000 or more say they fit this category. According

For many, 2020 will be remembered as a year they spent at home. Others took a different path. They packed their bags and moved to places that many only dream of visiting. Here’s how they feel about their decision one year on, in their own words. From Boston to Napa Valley, California Name: Ian O’ReillyOccupation:

Elizabeth Holmes, left, and Steve Jobs CNBC; David Paul Morris | Bloomberg | Getty Images As the media started comparing Elizabeth Holmes to Steve Jobs, the former Theranos CEO wrote a note to herself that contained three telling words. “Becoming steve jobs -” Holmes wrote on April 2, 2015, according to documents obtained by CNBC.

Elizabeth Holmes, founder of Theranos Inc., and husband Billy Evans leave federal court in San Jose, California, on Wednesday, Sept. 22, 2021. David Paul Morris | Bloomberg | Getty Images SAN JOSE, CALIF – In the first dramatic showdown at the Elizabeth Holmes’ trial, defense attorney Lance Wade aggressively questioned the company’s former lab director about

In this article WISE-GB Kristo Kaarmann, Co-Founder & CEO, TransferWise, on Centre Stage during day one of MoneyConf 2018 at the RDS Arena in Dublin. (Photo By Eóin Noonan/Sportsfile via Getty Images) Eoin Noonan | Sportsfile | Getty Images LONDON — The co-founder of $15 billion fintech start-up Wise has been slapped with a £365,651

The islands of Southeast Asia are reopening to visitors — one small step at a time. The region is home to countries, such as Thailand, Vietnam and Cambodia, that kept Covid rates low throughout 2020. That changed with the arrival of the delta variant, which forced many Southeast Asian nations to contend with big outbreaks

In this article PFE Vaccine mandates trickled into the U.S. travel sphere last winter, picked up steam in the spring and hit fever pitch over the summer. Vaccine shots are now necessary to eat in cafes in France, to see a Broadway show in New York City and soon, to fly commercially in Canada. Though

Mentors can help you succeed. They can also show you how to fail. That’s the mark of a great advisor, says “Shark Tank” star and FUBU founder Daymond John. The topic is divisive: While his on-screen colleague Mark Cuban says he’s never personally been a “big mentor guy,” John tells CNBC Make It that over

Theranos founder Elizabeth Holmes and her partner Billy Evans leaves the Robert F. Peckham U.S. Courthouse after the delivery of opening arguments in her trial, in San Jose, California, September 8, 2021. Peter DaSilva | Reuters SAN JOSE, CALIF – A former lab director at Theranos testified on Friday that he thought the blood-testing start-up

In this article ABX-CA .SPX Gold is one of the largest financial assets in the world with an average daily trading volume of $183 billion, and its value has seen explosive growth in recent years. At the start of 2000, gold was priced at just $460 per ounce when adjusted for inflation. By August 2021,

At 52, Jennifer Lopez has done what only a few have accomplished: Since the late 1980s, she has successfully built careers as an actress, musician, entrepreneur and businesswoman. The key to her business acumen and brand-building sense, she says: emphasizing the unique qualities she brings to the table and being resilient. “It’s about being the

Valeriy_G | iStock | Getty Images If you have a big wad of cash to invest, you may wonder whether you should put all of it to work immediately or spread out over time. Regardless of what the markets are doing, you’re more likely to end up with a higher balance down the road by

Billionaire investor Mark Cuban is bullish on the growth of DeFi, or decentralized finance, applications, and thinks that they will pose a challenge to traditional banks. To him, the “foundational DeFi benefit is that it simplifies borrowing for personal purposes,” Cuban tweeted on Thursday in response to a debate about DeFi. “It’s a hassle to