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Charles Payne
Born
Charles V. Payne

(1962-11-15) November 15, 1962 (age 62)
Education Minot State University
Central Texas College
Occupation
  • News anchor
  • TV personality
Spouse(s) Yvonne Payne
Children 2

Charles V. Payne (born 15 November 1962) is an American financial journalist and a well-known TV host. He is famous for hosting Making Money with Charles Payne on the Fox Business Network. He helps people understand how the stock market works.

Early Life and Learning

When Charles Payne was 17, he joined the United States Air Force. He worked as a security policeman at Minot Air Force Base in North Dakota. While serving in the Air Force, he also studied at Minot State University and Central Texas College.

Charles Payne's Career

Starting in Finance

Charles Payne began his career on Wall Street in 1985. He worked as an analyst, which means he studied financial information to help people make smart money decisions. In 1991, he started his own company called Wall Street Strategies. This company helps people learn about the stock market and how to invest.

In 2007, Charles Payne wrote his first book. It was called Be Smart, Act Fast, Get Rich: Your Game Plan for Getting It Right in the Stock Market. He has also appeared on C-SPAN many times, sharing his financial knowledge.

Joining Fox Business

In 2007, Charles Payne became a contributor for Fox Business. This means he shared his opinions and insights on their shows. By 2014, he became the host of his own show, Making Money with Charles Payne. On his show, he talks about the stock market and business news, helping viewers understand financial topics.

Personal Life

Charles Payne lives in Teaneck, New Jersey. He is married to Yvonne Payne.

See also

  • Black conservatism in the United States
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