Venezuela enacts its most significant oil reform in nearly 50 years, dismantling core socialist tenets to attract foreign capital. While promising a production boost, the new hybrid system raises questions about transparency, U.S. influence, and whether it offers enough to lure back wary investors.
In a landmark shift, Venezuela's interim government has enacted a sweeping reform of its oil industry, dismantling decades of state control. The move aims to revive production but faces deep-seated risks and questions over who will truly benefit.
In a landmark move, Venezuela's interim government has enacted a sweeping reform of its oil industry, dismantling core tenets of two decades of socialist policy. The overhaul aims to revive production but faces deep-seated risks and questions over its ultimate beneficiaries.
Cocoa prices edged higher Monday, finding a brief respite from a prolonged slump as delivery slowdowns in top grower Ivory Coast triggered short-covering. However, the rally remains fragile, overshadowed by bulging global stocks, weak demand, and forecasts for a continued supply surplus.
Coffee markets diverged on Monday as arabica futures found modest support from technical buying, but robusta prices slumped to a four-week low. The mixed performance comes amid favorable rains in Brazil boosting yield prospects, while surging Vietnamese exports pressure the robusta market.
DaVita Inc. shares soared after the kidney care provider posted robust fourth-quarter results and issued a 2026 profit forecast that significantly exceeded Wall Street expectations, signaling resilience against cost pressures and past operational challenges.
Netflix's bold, all-cash offer to acquire Warner Bros. Discovery for an estimated $72-83 billion is testing investor confidence and regulatory boundaries. The proposed mega-deal, which would dramatically reshape the streaming landscape, faces intense scrutiny over antitrust concerns and the strain it could place on Netflix's historically disciplined balance sheet.
Authorities in Mobile County are urgently searching for a missing mother, her teenage daughter, and toddler son after discovering evidence of a disturbance at their residence, indicating they may have been taken against their will.
Terex Corporation shares gained over 4% following the finalization of its merger with REV Group, creating a diversified specialty equipment giant. The deal is projected to yield $75 million in annual synergies by 2028.
A broad sell-off in risk assets, from equities to precious metals, has triggered over $2.5 billion in Bitcoin liquidations. Analysts point to shifting Federal Reserve expectations and AI trade anxieties as key drivers behind the latest crypto market tremor.
CNBC's Jim Cramer lauds Salesforce's operational strength, yet the stock, alongside peer ServiceNow, faces persistent 'multiple compression' as Wall Street reevaluates growth expectations for mature software leaders.
In the oil-rich state of Zulia, PDVSA workers and pensioners view sweeping industry reforms, enacted after U.S. political intervention, with a volatile mix of fragile hope and deep-seated skepticism. While some anticipate long-awaited economic relief, others dismiss the changes as political theater unlikely to reverse decades of decline.
Shares of Coterra Energy (CTRA) have surged recently, prompting investors to weigh its strong financials and long-term returns against potential risks in the volatile energy sector. With the stock trading below analyst targets, the question of genuine value versus priced-in optimism takes center stage.
Alpha HPA has completed a major equity raise to fund its high-purity alumina project, yet its premium valuation and path to profitability face scrutiny from investors weighing growth potential against execution risks.
The flagship Oreo Café at the American Dream mall has closed permanently, ending a brief run that offered themed treats and merchandise. The closure adds to the challenges facing the massive retail and entertainment complex.
Meta Platforms' stock soared past $700 following a robust Q4 2025 earnings report, reigniting investor debate on whether it can reach the $1,000 milestone. While its core advertising engine hums, massive AI investments and regulatory headwinds present significant challenges.
MTF Enterprises, a major operator of 43 Subway restaurants across four states, has filed for Chapter 11 bankruptcy, citing unsustainable debt burdens from merchant cash advance loans. The move highlights ongoing pressures within the franchise sector.
A Memphis man’s anxiety over a company-paid vacation while carrying $20,000 in debt spotlights the psychological tightrope millions of Americans walk between opportunity and financial discipline.
In a major strategic pivot, Global Payments (NYSE:GPN) is shedding its issuer processing business to focus on merchant acquiring, fueled by its planned acquisition of Worldpay. The move aims to reshape its revenue streams and competitive edge in the evolving payments landscape.
Adidas unveils its first U.S.-exclusive soccer flagship at the American Dream Mall, launching an immersive retail experience and exclusive product lines as anticipation builds for the 2026 FIFA World Cup hosted in North America.
