CNBC.com launches Faber blog

CNBC.com launched Monday The Faber Report, a blog by David Faber with both original reporting and his unique perspective on the most important stories of the day.

“David is one of the most well-respected business reporters in the country,” said Allen Wastler, managing editor of CNBC.com, in a statement. “Our blogs are a fast-growing area of our site and, with the addition of The Faber Report, our users will have even more access to the highly beneficial and analytical reporting that they have come to rely on and expect from us.”

CNBC.com has nearly 30 original blogs that cover a wide range of topics, authored by both CNBC and CNBC.com award-winning journalists and network guests. During the past year, blog traffic on CNBC.com has more than doubled and this section of the site has posted a 130 percent growth in page views. (May 2008 vs. May 2009, Source: Omniture)

The Faber Report provides expert analysis on developments in financial services, individual corporations, and markets around the globe. Faber shares his reporting on a myriad topics including hedge funds, private equity and mergers and acquisitions as well as the perspective he’s gained after more than 22 years covering the world of business. Recent posts include: Getting “Direct” with Greg Maffei and KKR Tries Again, both filled with the questions and reporting that Faber is known for.

An Emmy, Peabody, and DuPont award winner, Faber has anchored and co-produced several of CNBC’s acclaimed original documentaries and long-form programs as well as appearing daily on CNBC’s “Squawk on the Street.” (M-F, 9-10 a.m. ET). During the day, Faber breaks news and provides in-depth analysis on a range of business topics on air and online.