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.

2020 Revenue

Founded

1989

Headcount

2,600

Headquarters

US

Primary Segment

Broadcast television and radio

Ownership

Privately Owned

News Summary:

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.

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CNBC offers products in the media and telecoms services industry. CNBC's product portfolio comprises of broadcast television and radio.
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CNBC's revenues were less than $10M in 2023. All the revenue comes from linear (thematic channel groups).
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Examples of CNBC's suppliers include Avid, Fortra and MotoGP Sports Entertainment Group.

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CNBC currently holds 21 broadcasting rights for sports competitions including motorsports, cycling, sports sublicensing, horse racing, marathon, multi-sport, gymnastics, athletics and sailing.

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