CNBC is a privately owned company headquartered in the US, operating as a subsidiary of NBCUniversal News Group. Founded in 1989, it employs approximately 2,600 individuals and reported $5.8M in revenue as of 2023. The company is also a tier 1 media tech buyer. Its main product is broadcast television and radio, providing business news in the United States and Canada.
On May 1, 2026, CNBC host Rick Santelli expressed surprise as U.S. initial jobless claims plunged to 189,000, marking the lowest level since the 1960s. Earlier the same day, CNBC’s "Squawk Box" featured an interview with Berkshire Hathaway CEO Greg Abel, conducted by Becky Quick. On April 30, Senior Fellow James Pethokoukis appeared on CNBC’s "Morning Call" to discuss inflation risks and artificial intelligence demand. This followed United States Senator Bill Hagerty's (R-TN) appearance on "Squawk Box" on April 29, where he discussed Kevin Warsh's nomination for Federal Reserve leadership and the confirmation process.
CNBC currently holds 21 broadcasting rights for sports competitions including motorsports, cycling, sports sublicensing, horse racing, marathon, multi-sport, gymnastics, athletics and sailing.