St. Louis Fed President Alberto Musalem argues the current interest rate stance is appropriate, signaling a pause in the central bank's easing cycle unless the labor market weakens or inflation drops unexpectedly.
A Boston federal judge has temporarily blocked the Biden administration's move to terminate Temporary Protected Status for over 5,000 Ethiopians, granting more time for a legal challenge against the decision.
Waste Management (NYSE:WM) announced a significant 14.5% dividend hike and a new $3 billion share buyback program, signaling confidence in its cash flow strength despite competitive pressures. The move comes as the waste giant continues to invest in renewable natural gas and automation to drive future growth.
The commencement of sea trials for the nuclear-powered aircraft carrier USS John F. Kennedy coincides with the 140th anniversary of its builder, Newport News Shipbuilding, underscoring Huntington Ingalls Industries' entrenched role in U.S. naval defense and its long-term investment profile.
A patent lawsuit filed by Solos Technology against Meta Platforms, Oakley, and EssilorLuxottica targets core smart glasses technology, posing significant risks to Meta's wearables strategy and valuation.
Shares in Alligator Energy (ASX:AGE) jumped sharply after the company announced key progress at its Samphire uranium project in South Australia, including the launch of a field recovery trial and advancing mining lease approvals, setting the stage for a bankable feasibility study targeted for early 2027.
ExxonMobil and Chevron signal that significant investment in Venezuela's vast oil reserves hinges on clearer legal and fiscal stability, despite recent political changes and White House pressure.
A scheduled increase in the taxable wage base for Social Security will impact earnings up to $184,500 next year, altering tax liabilities for higher earners and potentially widening the retirement savings gap for millions.
Amidst economic crosscurrents, a closer look at Ideal Power, NetSol Technologies, and Sono-Tek reveals companies executing distinct strategies to navigate growth and profitability challenges in the high-risk, high-reward penny stock arena.
Financial planners are urging a shift in mindset: the date on your retirement party invitation matters less than the balance in your investment portfolio. We break down the calculations that show whether you're truly ready to leave the workforce.
NetEase Cloud Music has entered a multi-year strategic partnership with Universal Music Group, securing licensing and distribution rights for UMG's vast catalog in China. The deal aims to expand music access for Chinese listeners while creating new global promotion channels for domestic talent.
From innovative financing for indie labels to major acquisitions in live events, the music business landscape is being reshaped by a series of strategic partnerships and investments unveiled over the past fortnight.
A couple earning $380,000 annually faces a classic high-cost dilemma: Should they stretch for a $1.8 million dream home now or wait? With a hefty down payment saved but significant student debt, their debate highlights the tension between future earnings potential and present financial anxiety in today's premium housing markets.
Damascus has declared its intention to permanently close the sprawling al-Hol and Roj displacement camps in northeast Syria, which house over 28,000 people connected to the Islamic State. The move, confirmed by officials and aid groups, sparks urgent debate about the future of detainees, including foreign nationals.
ExxonMobil has begun commercial operations of a significant carbon capture and storage venture with CF Industries in Louisiana, marking a key step in its strategy to become a leading player in the emerging CCS network along the U.S. Gulf Coast.
Chevron capped off a year of strategic execution with record global production and industry-leading free cash flow growth, while outlining ambitious expansion plans from the Caspian to the Caribbean.
Shares of major video game companies plunged Friday after Google unveiled a groundbreaking AI model capable of generating interactive worlds from simple prompts, sparking investor fears of industry disruption.
Visa is aggressively expanding its footprint beyond traditional card payments, launching new initiatives in stablecoin settlements, renter-focused commerce, and streamlined crypto-to-fiat conversions. These partnerships aim to embed Visa's network into the burgeoning worlds of blockchain-based finance and essential housing expenditures.
DoubleVerify's nomination for a Digiday award spotlights its News Accelerator initiative, a strategic push to bolster quality journalism and advertiser confidence in digital news environments. The move comes as the industry grapples with brand safety and seeks more transparent ad placements.
New satellite imagery shows Iran constructing roofs over bomb-damaged buildings at its Isfahan and Natanz nuclear facilities, a move analysts say is likely aimed at shielding recovery efforts from surveillance as international pressure mounts over Tehran's internal crackdown and nuclear ambitions.
