Business Leaders

Business

CN's Investor Relations Chief Stacy Alderson to Retire After Three Decades; Jamie Lockwood Named Successor

Canadian National Railway announced the retirement of veteran investor relations executive Stacy Alderson, capping a 30-year career. Vice President of Engineering Jamie Lockwood will assume the expanded role of VP, Investor Relations and Special Projects, as the railway giant navigates a strategic transition.

Jan 30, 2026

Business

Exelon Stock: A Cautious Bet as Analysts Weigh Steady Earnings Against Growth Concerns

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.

Jan 30, 2026

Business

Steak 'n Shake Joins Corporate Push, Pledges $1,000 for Employees' Newborns Under 'Trump Accounts' Initiative

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.

Jan 30, 2026

World

Journalist Arrest, Civil Rights Probe Deepen Crisis in Minneapolis

The arrest of former CNN anchor Don Lemon following his coverage of immigration protests has ignited a fierce debate over press freedoms and federal overreach, as a Justice Department civil rights investigation into the fatal shooting of a local nurse adds fuel to the political fire.

Jan 30, 2026

Business

Gold Rush 2026: Record Prices and Wild Swings Drive Consumers to Buy and Sell

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.

Jan 30, 2026

Business

Robert Half Stock Soars 26% as Recruitment Giant Signals Long-Awaited Turnaround

Shares of the staffing leader surged after its Q4 earnings hinted at a potential end to a multi-year slump, with management pointing to positive sequential growth for the first time since 2021.

Jan 30, 2026

Business

LyondellBasell Navigates 'Deepest Downturn' with Cost Cuts and Strategic Shifts Amid Trade Volatility

Facing what CEO Peter Vanacker calls the 'deepest and longest downturn' of his career, LyondellBasell reported Q1 2025 results while detailing a new $500 million cash improvement plan. The chemical giant is leaning into portfolio restructuring and its global supply network to weather trade policy uncertainty and weak demand.

Jan 30, 2026

Business

LyondellBasell Navigates Prolonged Downturn with Strategic Cash Preservation and Portfolio Reshaping

Facing one of the longest downturns in industry history, LyondellBasell reported Q2 2025 earnings of $0.62 per share, outlining a disciplined strategy focused on cash conservation, portfolio optimization in Europe, and a pivot towards circular and low-carbon solutions to emerge stronger from the cycle.

Jan 30, 2026

Business

Oil Giants Exxon, Chevron Post Lower Annual Profits Amid Price Slump, Pivot to New Ventures

Exxon Mobil and Chevron reported declines in full-year earnings as a sustained oil surplus pressured prices, though both companies highlighted strategic shifts toward LNG, chemicals, and power projects to fuel future growth.

Jan 30, 2026

Business

Precious Metals Plunge: Gold and Silver Suffer Historic Sell-Off as Rally Unravels

Gold and silver futures plummeted Friday, erasing recent gains in a dramatic reversal. The sharp decline coincided with broader market jitters and followed warnings that the metals' explosive rally had entered unsustainable territory.

Jan 30, 2026

Business

Beazer Homes Shares Plunge as Weak Demand, Price Wars Hit Q1 Earnings

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.

Jan 30, 2026

Business

Krispy Kreme Settles Data Breach Lawsuit for $1.6 Million, Affecting Over 160,000 Employees

The doughnut giant has agreed to a multimillion-dollar settlement following a 2024 cyberattack that compromised personal data of current and former staff, though it admits no fault.

Jan 30, 2026

Business

Twin Peaks Parent Company Files for Chapter 11 Bankruptcy, Casting Uncertainty Over Florida Locations

The parent company of the Twin Peaks 'breastaurant' chain has filed for Chapter 11 bankruptcy protection, raising questions about the future of its 16 Florida locations, including a Jacksonville restaurant that opened in 2023. The chain plans to remain operational during restructuring.

Jan 30, 2026

Business

Baxter International's Rocky Road: Can the Healthcare Giant Regain Wall Street's Confidence?

After a punishing year of underperformance and operational setbacks, Baxter International faces a skeptical analyst community. While some see deep value, the consensus remains firmly on hold as the company navigates product challenges and revised guidance.

Jan 30, 2026

Business

Occidental Petroleum's Rocky Road: Analysts Remain Cautious Despite Recent Oil-Price Tailwinds

While rising crude prices have lifted Occidental Petroleum's stock recently, a mixed earnings performance and a predominantly 'Hold' rating from Wall Street signal lingering skepticism about its near-term trajectory.

Jan 30, 2026

Business

Eli Lilly Commits $3.5 Billion to Pennsylvania, Creating 850 Jobs in Major Life Sciences Push

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.

Jan 30, 2026

Business

Fed's Musalem: Rate Cuts Off the Table With Policy at 'Neutral,' Economy on Solid Footing

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.

Jan 30, 2026

Business

Trump's Medicare Advantage Payment Freeze Sends Healthcare Stocks Reeling, Threatens Insurer Profits

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.

Jan 30, 2026

Business

MicroStrategy Shares Hit 17-Month Low Amid Bitcoin Volatility and Analyst Concerns

Despite a major new Bitcoin purchase, MicroStrategy's stock has plunged to its lowest level since September 2024, as market turbulence and mixed analyst sentiment pressure the crypto-focused software firm ahead of its earnings report.

Jan 30, 2026

Business

The Debt Trap: How Millions of Americans Fall into Negative Net Worth and Strategies to Stay Afloat

While retirement planning often focuses on savings, a critical financial metric—net worth—reveals a more precarious reality for many households. We examine the causes and consequences of negative net worth, offering actionable steps to build a stronger financial foundation.

Jan 30, 2026