South Plains Financial (NASDAQ: SPFI) announces an increased quarterly dividend to $0.17 per share, reflecting strong earnings growth and a conservative payout strategy. While the yield remains modest, analysts highlight the company's potential for sustained dividend expansion.
A historic rally in gold and silver reversed violently on Friday, with gold futures plummeting over 10% in their sharpest decline since the 1980s and silver recording its largest single-day drop ever, amid a broader market sell-off.
Crude oil and gasoline prices advanced on Friday, supported by persistent geopolitical risks in the Middle East and ongoing supply constraints, though gains were tempered by a stronger dollar and diplomatic signals.
Despite significant institutional purchases and regulatory progress, Bitcoin continues to drift lower, leading analysts and investors to question what price level will finally stem the tide.
Gold and silver prices retreated sharply from record highs as President Trump's nomination of Kevin Warsh to lead the Federal Reserve eased concerns over central bank independence, triggering a broad profit-taking sell-off.
U.S. equity markets slipped Thursday as Treasury yields climbed following President Trump's announcement that he will nominate former Fed Governor Kevin Warsh as the next central bank chair. The move, seen as potentially less dovish, overshadowed positive economic data and corporate earnings.
Barrick Mining Corporation's stock fell nearly 10% Friday, mirroring a sharp drop in gold prices after President Trump's nomination of a mainstream candidate to lead the Federal Reserve calmed market anxieties about runaway inflation.
Panama's Supreme Court has declared CK Hutchison's concession to operate the Balboa and Cristóbal ports unconstitutional, derailing a major sale and placing APM Terminals in temporary control. The ruling intensifies geopolitical tensions over control of the strategic Panama Canal.
The consumer goods giant Kimberly-Clark announced a dividend increase to $1.28 per share, lifting its yield above 5%. However, the move comes against a backdrop of declining earnings, casting doubt on the long-term sustainability of its shareholder returns.
On-chain data reveals a notable shift in crypto whale activity, with large-scale accumulation emerging in Shiba Inu, Pendle, and Cardano. This strategic positioning coincides with early technical signals hinting at potential rebounds, setting the stage for a pivotal February.
Major music publishers have launched a massive copyright infringement lawsuit against AI company Anthropic, alleging its Claude AI was trained on a dataset of over 20,000 pirated songs, in a case that could redefine the rules for AI development.
France's maritime authority reports rescuing over 6,000 migrants from the English Channel last year, with at least 25 fatalities. Despite the peril, crossings persist at high volume, fueled by increasingly overcrowded boats and evolving smuggling methods.
While Exelon's recent earnings beat expectations, the utility giant continues to face investor skepticism over its long-term growth trajectory. Wall Street maintains a guarded optimism, but the stock's performance tells a more nuanced story.
The restaurant chain Steak 'n Shake has announced it will contribute $1,000 to tax-advantaged investment accounts for employees' newborns, aligning with a growing corporate trend to supplement the federal 'Trump Accounts' program aimed at generational wealth building.
As gold prices soar past $5,400 an ounce before a sharp pullback, a global rush is underway. From Parisian boutiques to Main Street dealers, consumers are capitalizing on heirlooms or diving into the market, driven by geopolitical tensions and economic uncertainty.
Beazer Homes USA reported a steeper-than-expected quarterly loss, with revenue falling 22% amid a challenging housing market characterized by soft demand and aggressive competitor pricing.
President Donald Trump's selection of former Fed Governor Kevin Warsh to lead the central bank is being welcomed by analysts as a stabilizing choice, with immediate positive ripples across currency and precious metals markets.
An unexpected jump in the Producer Price Index for December underscores the stubborn nature of inflation, with rising wholesale costs threatening to ripple through the economy and sustain higher prices for households.
Pharmaceutical leader Eli Lilly will build a new manufacturing facility in Lehigh County, marking the largest life sciences investment in Pennsylvania history and bolstering U.S. production of next-generation weight-loss drugs.
A proposed near-zero payment increase for Medicare Advantage plans by the Trump administration has blindsided Wall Street, erasing billions in market value and raising fears of a prolonged downturn for major health insurers.
