Morgan Stanley Investment Management's Andrew Harmstone advises investors to keep their portoflio risk level low and maintain a defensive position while looking for opportunities to add value in an environment of "extremely high" volatility.

With the world already reeling from the economic impact of the coronavirus pandemic, a reignition in U.S.-China trade tensions would be the "the last thing" anyone needs, according to JPMorgan Asset Management's Alexander Treves.

Covid-19 has infected 3.7 million people globally, and killed at least 264,111 as of Thursday.

"This is a tough, tough virus," said disease specialist Dr. Dale Fisher. "All it takes is one infected person and it spreads like wildfire."

With Schwab Stock Slices, investors will be able to trade fractional shares of any S&P 500 company, including Amazon, Apple, Disney, Facebook and Netflix, starting at $5 each.

Before the coronavirus pandemic shut down many parts of the U.S. and put millions out of work, Americans held an average of $26,621 in personal debt, excluding mortgages. Many prioritized paying that off. But now, those feeling the impacts of the coronavirus may need to think twice about their priorities, financial planners say.

April Coolidge became a truck driver in her mid 40s after a long career in real estate. Eight years later as the coronavirus shuts down the economy, she is making more money than she ever did selling houses. Watch this video to learn more about why Coolidge decided to become a trucker and how the coronavirus has changed her time behind the wheel.

More than half of Americans, 55%, have or plan to change their retirement contributions — and of that group, 54% are contributing less to have more cash on hand. Here's how to figure out if you should make changes, too.

In 2001, with the greatest-ever basketball player returning to the NBA, billionaire Mark Cuban tried to convince Michael Jordan to join his Dallas Mavericks instead of the Washington Wizards. It didn't work.

CNBC Make It spoke to female entrepreneurs about the impact today's pandemic is having on their companies as they fight for federal funding, pivot business operations and manage child-care.

Nemacolin Woodlands Resort in the Allegheny Mountains of Pennsylvania reopens Friday with stays and activities designed to keep guests away from each other. Social distancing retreats are "the new luxury," according to travel expert John DiScala.

Experts expect these jobs will be in-demand and pay well in a post-coronavirus pandemic economy. From nurses to developers, here are eight to look for as the country recovers from the pandemic.

A new survey suggests that women are experiencing physical symptoms of severe anxiety and burnout at up to twice the rate of men amid the Covid-19 pandemic. Here's what Sheryl Sandberg, COO of Facebook and Rachel Thomas, co-founder and CEO of LeanIn.Org, suggest companies do to provide support.

From cinnamon rolls to pies made with real butter, Gabrielle Union gave Katie Couric the rundown on what comfort foods she has turned to during the Covid-19 pandemic.

As co-founder and creative director of her own fashion line, Rebecca Minkoff understands the current struggles small-business owners are now facing — especially women. Here's her advice on how to survive.

As states start to rescind their coronavirus-related stay-at-home orders, some are not lifting child care restrictions just yet, leaving many parents worried about how they'll be able to return to work.

Billionaire philanthropist Melinda Gates shares her thoughts about the U.S. response to coronavirus and why solving the current caregiving crisis is crucial.

Now that many people are self-isolating, spending habits have changed. Here, five couples share how their spending has changed since the pandemic hit.

Companies large and small are handling layoffs over minutes-long, scripted video calls, but workers say there's a better way to handle them.

Located in Palm Springs, California, the "technicolor" property was built for Walt Disney and his wife, Lillian, in 1962, according to the listing.

The agreement comes one day after the NYC Department of Education lifted its ban on Zoom after approving new safety features.

Streaming services have reported huge spikes in subscribers during the crisis as stay-at-home orders have forced more people to stay inside.

Uber reported first-quarter earnings on Thursday, and while the company lost $2.9 billion during the quarter, the stock rose after hours on optimistic comments from CEO Dara Khosrowshahi.

Platforms including Facebook, Alphabet's YouTube, IAC's Vimeo and Twitter are struggling to stay ahead of the spread of the "Plandemic" conspiracy video, which contains claims that defy the advice of medical experts.

About 30% of the company's classic AirPods will be produced in Vietnam rather than China, the Nikkei Asian Review reported.

Investors are rewarding the likes of Chegg and Everbridge for impressive growth while other companies struggle.

Electric carmaker Tesla has entered into an agreement for a working capital loan of up to 4 billion yuan ($565.51 million) with a lender from China for its Shanghai car plant, according to a regulatory filing on Friday.

Check out the companies making headlines in midday trading.

Farmers around the world are letting their crops rot in the fields as the coronavirus outbreak disrupts supply and demand for flowers, fruit and milk.

Oil prices jumped on Friday, extending the previous session's gains, buoyed by a lower-than-expected gain in U.S. crude inventories and the start of output cuts in a bid to offset a slump in fuel demand triggered by the coronavirus pandemic.

Milan is home to the Bosco Verticale, or Vertical Forest, a striking development of residential buildings.

"We must reduce budget expenditures sharply," the Saudi finance minister said over the weekend. "Saudi finances need more discipline and the road ahead is long."

RWDC Industries, which makes a sustainable material solution that can be used as a substitute for plastic, raised $133 million in Series B funding.

Oil prices moved lower on Wednesday, snapping the longest daily winning streak since July.

More specific measures relating to the program will be published in next few weeks.

Oil prices jumped on Thursday on news that China's exports unexpectedly rose last month, and on the back of U.S. output cuts and the slow return of some activity in Europe.

Lack of storage space for crude globally remains a massive problem, and will keep a ceiling on oil prices for the near future.

Oil prices reversed gains to settle lower on Thursday, despite optimism surrounding producers scaling back production as well as demand improving.

As coronavirus suspends sporting events, experts say team owners will need to show leadership and financially assist workforces to preserve valuations.

Movie theaters, fitness centers, commercial real estate and pay TV could be among the industries that are vulnerable in prolonged quarantines.

The superstar quarterback did not say where he will go next.

Sick patients are being turned away, unable to receive tests because they simply aren't available. In a stark contrast, the NBA said that as of Wednesday, at least eight teams had been tested for the COVID-19 coronavirus.

The Tom Brady to Tampa Bay Buccaneers deal has yet to be compete, but some NFL pundits see both pros and cons to the partnership.

The distinction between a theatrical and a digital release is disappearing as theaters shut down. This could fundamentally changes studios' leverage in negotiations with theater chains, permanently alter consumer behavior and raise the bar significantly for going out to the movies.

Billions of dollars are at stake. Japan has pumped at least $12 billion of investment into the 2020 Tokyo Olympic games, not to mention the losses that would be incurred by sponsors, broadcasters and others.

The world's largest advertising group pulled its dividend and share buyback and withdrew guidance for 2020 on Tuesday, after clients cancelled marketing booked with the company due to the coronavirus crisis.

Media networks have paid billions for live sports that they aren't going to broadcast this year. But nobody's pressing the issue yet, as the cable industry is focused on survival.

"We're going to return to a different economic environment. We're going to return to different business models," AT&T President and COO John Stankey told CNBC.

Allianz, which is one of the main insurers for entertainment companies, estimates that Hollywood studios paid $400 million in premiums last year to cover "unforeseeable events." Now the bill is coming due.

Ofcom is looking into a popular morning show after its presenter made comments about baseless conspiracy theories linking Covid-19 to 5G.