As freezing temperatures grip much of the nation, federal regulators and consumer advocates are sounding the alarm on a predictable spike in sophisticated scams targeting utility customers. Experts urge vigilance and verification before any payment.
Many retirees face unexpected healthcare costs, and late enrollment in Medicare can lead to lifelong surcharges. Here’s a guide to timing your sign-up and avoiding unnecessary penalties.
Following Microsoft's Q2 FY2026 results, Raymond James and Piper Sandler have revised their price targets downward, citing a strategic reallocation of resources toward first-party applications and internal R&D, which is tempering near-term Azure growth expectations.
Axsome Therapeutics (AXSM) reported preliminary 2025 revenue of $638.5 million, a 66% year-over-year surge that exceeded analyst forecasts, driven by the blockbuster performance of its depression treatment AUVELITY.
As healthcare and living expenses climb, experts outline potential administrative and legislative avenues that could impact retiree finances in the coming years, from Medicare reform to tax adjustments.
A J.P. Morgan report reveals a growing funding chasm in biopharma, as venture capital flocks to de-risked late-stage companies, forcing early-stage innovators to pivot toward licensing deals and strategic partnerships for survival.
Germany's beer market suffered its sharpest annual decline on record last year, with total sales plummeting 6% to 7.8 billion litres. The historic drop extends a decade-long slump, driven by weak consumer sentiment and soaring costs, though non-alcoholic options show a glimmer of growth.
Verizon's aggressive shift to a customer-centric strategy yields its strongest subscriber growth in years, coupled with a massive share repurchase plan, sparking a rally and reigniting investor debate on the telecom giant's value.
Hospitality tech firm Shiji marks a significant deployment milestone for its Infrasys POS system at a U.S. Hyatt, enhancing operational efficiency and guest experience across the hotel group's global portfolio.
The UK digital challenger bank is pitching its proprietary 'Engine' platform to mid-sized American financial institutions, betting on outdated systems and market consolidation to drive demand.
While upselling and cross-selling are proven sales boosters, experts warn that clumsy execution is eroding consumer trust and fueling regret. The key to success lies in aligning offers with customer intent, not just revenue targets.
LPL Financial has secured commitments from over 80% of Commonwealth Financial's advisors following its August acquisition, making progress toward its 90% retention goal. The firm reported an 11% rise in quarterly net income, bolstered by strong market performance and growing assets.
Tyson Foods' first-quarter earnings reveal a stark divide: its beef unit is hemorrhaging money due to a severe cattle shortage, while resilient consumer demand for chicken has buoyed profits and surpassed analyst expectations.
The YPJ, an all-female Kurdish force pivotal in defeating ISIS, refuses to surrender its weapons as a fragile ceasefire with Damascus unfolds. The standoff underscores a deeper conflict over Kurdish self-rule and women's rights in northern Syria.
A new poll shows Hungary's centre-right Tisza party leading Prime Minister Viktor Orban's Fidesz ahead of April elections, while the far-right Our Homeland party is poised to enter parliament, signaling the most significant challenge to Orban's rule in over a decade.
A new survey indicates a dramatic erosion of trust, with 60% of Danes describing the United States as an 'adversary' in the wake of repeated threats from the Trump administration to acquire Greenland and comments downplaying NATO allies' sacrifices.
Greenland's Foreign Minister Vivian Motzfeldt expressed cautious optimism about reaching a diplomatic understanding with the United States that respects the island's core interests, during a key Arctic policy conference in Norway.
A wave of regulatory action is sweeping across continents as governments, citing mounting mental health and safety concerns, impose new age restrictions and bans on social media access for minors. Australia leads with a landmark under-16 ban, while European nations and others follow with similar proposals.
The European Commission has escalated its scrutiny of China's Goldwind, opening an in-depth investigation under new powers to examine whether foreign subsidies granted to the turbine manufacturer have distorted the EU's single market.
Merck & Co. projected 2026 revenue below Wall Street expectations, citing a steeper-than-anticipated impact from patent expirations on key drugs like Januvia. The forecast overshadowed a strong Q4 performance driven by its blockbuster cancer therapy, Keytruda.
