Wall Street and the dollar advanced as robust economic indicators and a U.S.-India trade pact overshadowed a continued historic selloff in precious metals. Investors recalibrate around growth optimism and shifting geopolitical winds.
In a stark New Year's address, German Chancellor Friedrich Merz warned that Europe faces an 'epochal break' in global order and must urgently strengthen its strategic autonomy, economic competitiveness, and defense capabilities to navigate rising geopolitical tensions.
The professional staffing firm Kforce (NYSE:KFRC) reported fourth-quarter sales that edged past analyst expectations, yet its stock plunged 11.7% as earnings per share fell sharply short of estimates, highlighting ongoing challenges in a tightening labor market.
Palantir Technologies smashed Wall Street expectations for Q4 2025, reporting a 70% surge in revenue and issuing guidance that signals even stronger growth ahead. The data analytics giant's performance underscores its deepening traction in both government and commercial sectors.
German Chancellor Friedrich Merz has called for urgent action to dismantle barriers and create a truly integrated European capital market, arguing it is essential for the bloc's economic competitiveness and to keep innovative firms from listing abroad.
Industry veteran Kristen Sosa joins Caleres as Division President, taking the helm of a portfolio including Stuart Weitzman, Veronica Beard, and Favorite Daughter, signaling a strategic push for growth.
U.S. corn futures edged lower at Monday's midday, pressured by a stronger dollar, falling crude oil, and a weekly export inspections report that fell short of last year's pace. The market also digested trade developments with India and positioning data from speculators.
Soybean futures traded lower midday Monday, pressured by mixed export figures and a growing Brazilian harvest. The market also digested news of a potential U.S.-India trade deal that could impact agricultural flows.
President Trump urges immediate House passage of a bipartisan spending deal to end the government shutdown, facing resistance from both progressive Democrats and his own party's right flank over immigration enforcement terms.
The Internal Revenue Service has officially designated a one-time $1,776 payment to approximately 1.5 million U.S. service members as non-taxable income, providing a financial boost that does not need to be reported on federal returns.
The Bureau of Labor Statistics has postponed the release of January's crucial employment data due to a partial government shutdown, leaving markets and policymakers in the dark as a funding impasse in Congress continues.
While a seven-figure nest egg is a common retirement goal, financial experts caution that its sufficiency hinges on withdrawal strategies, lifestyle expectations, and supplemental income.
Expedia Group stock rose sharply after announcing an expanded, exclusive partnership with Affirm, making the fintech firm the sole 'Buy Now, Pay Later' provider across its major U.S. travel platforms.
In a strategic move to unify its product and technology vision, Netflix has elevated CTO Elizabeth Stone to the newly created role of Chief Product and Technology Officer. The promotion places her at the helm of the streaming giant's core product, engineering, and data divisions.
WK Kellogg Co. names former Ferrero executive Jean-Baptiste Santoul as Chief Operating Officer, signaling a strategic shift following its $3.1 billion acquisition by the global confectionery giant.
In a strategic reshuffle following the exit of its product chief, Netflix has merged its product and technology divisions under veteran executive Elizabeth Stone, signaling a tighter integration of engineering and user experience.
Abbott Laboratories moves to acquire cancer-testing leader Exact Sciences in a landmark deal, signaling a strategic shift toward high-growth diagnostics while simultaneously restructuring its challenged Nutrition business.
Morgan Stanley's top strategist argues that recent U.S. trade shifts have prompted nations worldwide to reassess and leverage their own economic strengths, creating a multi-year investment opportunity in a more multipolar global order.
A new study reveals the cost gap between Waymo's driverless vehicles and human-driven Uber and Lyft rides is shrinking, signaling a pivotal moment for the competitive robotaxi industry.
CNBC's Jim Cramer reaffirmed his bullish stance on Palantir Technologies during a recent 'Mad Money' segment, placing the data analytics firm in the same league as established giants like ServiceNow and Salesforce.
