CNBC is a cable television business news channel in the U.S., which is owned and operated by NBC Universal.http://www.nbcuni.com/About_NBC_Universal/Company_Overview/overview03.shtml The news programming generally covers business headlines and real-time financial news coverage for the markets throughout the world. The channel’s programming usually appeals to business executives, as well as financial experts. This channel has many popular shows like: “Squawk Box”, “Power Lunch”, “Fast Money“, “Closing Bell”, “On the Money”,and “Mad Money with Jim Cramer.” http://www.cnbc.com/id/15907487/

The viewer can stay connected with the latest business and financial news through their mobile phone or the official website. Additionally, they can view live programming on the website and stay up to date by reading their blog. The website offers investing tools and financial information for its visitors and registered users. Furthermore, the website offers a live look at what is happening in the stock market for serious or would be investor. http://www.cnbc.com/id/15839215

CNBC was launched in April 17, 1989, by NBC Universal who wanted to give the viewer a way to stay connected to the ever changing business and financial news. The company’s headquarters is in Englewood Cliffs, New Jersey and the official website can be found at CNBC.com. The programming mission was to be the first news channel that appeals to business professionals, as well as deliver accurate news about the financial world as well. The company has news bureaus, in different cities and nations like: Manhattan, Chicago, Washington D.C., Los Angeles, London, Palo Alto, the NASDAQ Market Site, and in Singapore. Additionally, the cable channel can be seen in over 340 million homes around the world, but 95 million viewers are living in the United States and Canada. http://www.cnbc.com/id/15907487/