How to Watch CNBC Without Cable in 2026

Updated on December 30, 2025 • Staff
With the markets this volatile amidst tariff chaos, having access to CNBC is a must. CNBC even contributed to some of this volatility recently, when it relayed an unverified tweet that caused a $2.4 trillion swing in the markets. For better or for worse, we're basically leaving it on all day.

You can watch CNBC on Fubo, Hulu with Live TV, DIRECTV (ex DirecTV Stream), Sling TV, YouTube TV, or CNBC+.

The cheapest option to watch CNBC is CNBC+ for $14.99/month.

This new streaming option debuted earlier this year and only recently added apps for Apple TV and Roku.
$73.99/month | CNBC + 83 channels | 7 days free trial

CNBC on Fubo

Fubo may be a sports-centered streaming service, but it has its fair share of news. Along with CNBC, it has Fox Business News, ABC News Live, and local channels. Unfortunately, because of a carriage dispute, you won't find CNN and other Turner channels like TNT and TBS here, but RSNs and specialty sports channels (mostly) save it.
Go to Fubo
$88.99/month | CNBC + 105 channels | 3 days free trial

CNBC on Hulu with Live TV

If you want a little bit of everything, then Hulu with Live TV is a worthy contender. It has live sports (though not a lot of RSNs), hefty entertainment catalogs from Disney+ and Hulu, and local channels. It also has Fox Business and Bloomberg if you want to check CNBC alternatives. Oh, and Hulu carries all seasons of Shark Tank on-demand, in case you were wondering.
Go to Hulu with Live TV
$89.99/month | CNBC + 137 channels | 5 days free trial

CNBC on DIRECTV (ex DirecTV Stream)

DirecTV Stream is the most expensive streaming service in this list, but that price tag comes with plenty of features, including unlimited DVR, great picture quality, and regional sports networks (RSNs). For the price, it could have a smoother interface, but we digress. If you’re looking for an all-around, comprehensive cable alternative, DirecTV Stream is the way to go. But if you’re on a budget, there are plenty of other affordable options.
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$52/month | CNBC + 15 channels

CNBC on Sling TV + News Extra Bundle

At just $6/month, Sling's News Extra is an affordable way to boost your news lineup. But it comes with a caveat: CNBC, MSNBC, and Fox Business are only available with a Sling Blue plan, while HLN is only available with a Sling Orange plan. Either way, you get a variety of channels since the add-on also carries weather channels and international channels like France24 and BBC World News, among others.
Go to Sling TV + News Extra Bundle
$82.99/month | CNBC + 143 channels | 7 days free trial

CNBC on YouTube TV

There was a time YouTubeTV’s price was half of what it currently costs, but with that price increase came a lot of features and channels, including cable news and local channels. Paired with unlimited DVR and a near-seamless interface, it’s no wonder YouTube TV is a favorite among cord-cutters. It doesn’t have as many on-demand titles as other services, though, especially when compared to Hulu with Live TV.
Go to YouTube TV
$14.99/month | CNBC + 1 channels

CNBC on CNBC+

CNBC+ is a business-centered streaming service that serves as an extension of the Comcast cable channel. Despite the "plus" on its name, it doesn't offer exclusive programs or new content. Instead, it gives users access to additional live feeds from its news stations in Asia and Europe, making it more global than ever. You can also download it on almost all devices, so you can stream programs like Mad Money and Sqwak Box on the go. A subscription is currently priced at a hefty $14.99/month, while a premium tier that claims to offer advanced market insight and investment tips is priced at $34.99/month.
Go to CNBC+

Which bundles are available with CNBC?

Here are the bundle packages that include CNBC

  • Hulu + Live TV (with Disney+ and ESPN+ bundle): This bundle offers a more comprehensive package for the whole family, as it also includes Hulu's on-demand library.
  • Sling TV Orange + Blue (+News extra) bundle):CNBC is available as part of Sling Blue's News Extra. That said, you can bundle it with Sling Orange, which also includes ESPN and other Disney-owned channels for a decent discount.
  • DIRECTV Stream (MyNews Genre Pack): DIRECTV Stream offers specialized "Genre Packs," and the MyNews bundle specifically includes CNBC among its curated selection of news channels. This is for viewers who are primarily interested in news and want a more focused streaming bundle.
  • NOW StreamSaver (from Xfinity): This bundle, offered by Xfinity, includes NOW TV (which has live channels), Peacock, Netflix Standard with ads, and Apple TV+. While CNBC is noton NOW TV itself, Peacock is the streaming home for next-day CNBC content and clips, and NOW TV offers a collection of live channels.