What would you pay to star in a Hollywood blockbuster?
Tired of just watching the Oscars on TV? What if the world was watching you take home the gold statue instead? What would you pay to star in a Hollywood blockbuster? We sent a crew to one of New York’s largest movie theatres to find out.
From dairy to Disney: Prices are on the rise
Whether you're planning a spring break getaway or holing up at home, you'll be hit by rising prices. Beef, milk, gas, airline travel, and even a ticket to Disney World will cost you more than they did last year.
Rise and shine! It’s Money Time!
Breakfast goes south of the border. Taco Bell’s new Waffle Taco takes on McDonald’s McMuffins in the battle for AM appetites. But she’s already got a hold of America’s taste buds – Paula Deen is back, ya’ll. Christine Romans has this Money Time with a side of syrup.
And the winner is… Money Time!
Oscar attendees will pick up $80,000 in gift bag swag. Doctor? Check. Yoga teacher? Done that. Now Barbie can cross entrepreneur off her list. And if you picked up Hot Pockets recently, check for a recall. Christine Romans has this week’s Money Time.
Silicon Valley gold rush
Facebook dished out $19 billion for WhatsApp. Did it overpay or make a smart investment? “WhatsApp will prove to be the most successful start to exit in the history of technology,” venture capitalist Mark Suster tells Christine Romans.
What would you pay to park anywhere?
Parking tickets add up quickly. What if you could pay to get rid of all of them? We took to the streets to find out what people are willing to spend to park anywhere.
Minimum wage, maximum fight
Can you survive on $7.25 an hour? The minimum wage today buys 20 percent less than what it did 50 years ago. President Obama hopes to raise it to $10.10 an hour but some are saying raising the minimum wage will hurt the very people it is supposed to help.
Buckle up, it's Money Time!
Graco recalls car seats. But Barbie is unrestrained on the cover of Sports Illustrated. Here are the money headlines you missed.
High school meets big business
A college degree is worth it, more so today than ever before. Rana Foroohar tells Christine Romans about a six-year high school that’s backed by IBM and can guarantee job opportunities for its students.
What would you pay for Olympic gold in figure skating?
It usually takes hard work, dedication and long hours. But what if you could pay for that elusive gold medal. We asked skaters in Bryant Park how much they would pay for an Olympic gold medal in figure skating.
About this Show
They are the biggest issues in your life: Your job, your savings, your home, and your debt. Christine Romans breaks down the business news of the week and shows you how it impacts your bottom line. Saturdays at 9:30 a.m. and 2 p.m. ET
