Despite a challenging mortgage landscape and specific credit headwinds, Hilltop Holdings Inc. (HTH) reported a 46% surge in annual net income for 2025, buoyed by a steepening yield curve and disciplined cost management across its banking, lending, and securities divisions.
As the Bank of Canada holds rates steady, speculative capital is sifting through junior resource stocks. We examine three micro-caps—a driller, an explorer, and an oil hopeful—navigating unique challenges and opportunities in early 2026.
Coinbase CEO Brian Armstrong announces the company will match the U.S. government's $1,000 'Trump Accounts' contribution for eligible children of employees, with a preference to execute the match in Bitcoin, highlighting crypto's growing intersection with federal policy initiatives.
Chevron Corp. reported a drop in fourth-quarter earnings that nonetheless beat analyst expectations, as the oil giant emphasized operational efficiency to navigate lower crude prices. The company, the sole U.S. producer active in Venezuela, signaled it is assessing further investment opportunities in the country following recent geopolitical shifts.
Former President Trump claims tariff revenue can fund direct payments to Americans, bypassing Congress. Experts question the legality and economic feasibility of the proposal.
Nomura Holdings reported robust Q3 results, with its four main divisions hitting an 18.5-year profit high and ROE consistently exceeding targets. However, losses in its digital asset unit tempered overall gains, prompting the firm to announce a significant share repurchase program.
Reports of U.S. officials meeting with Alberta independence advocates have ignited a diplomatic row, as Canada's western province weighs a contentious push for sovereignty with an eye toward Washington.
A group of protesters in Lynwood, California, surrounded and harassed federal air marshals, incorrectly identifying them as immigration enforcement officers. The incident highlights the volatile climate surrounding immigration debates and the risks of misdirected activism.
Tesla is pivoting its core strategy, phasing out legacy Model S and X production to mass-manufacture Optimus humanoid robots and deepening its commitment to artificial intelligence with a major investment in Elon Musk's xAI. This strategic realignment signals a future where the company's identity may evolve from electric vehicle pioneer to a broader AI and robotics powerhouse.
Asian equities broadly declined on Friday, taking cues from a volatile U.S. session marked by a historic plunge in Microsoft shares. The sell-off extended to commodities, with oil and precious metals also losing ground.
While Medicare provides a crucial safety net at 65, significant gaps in coverage for dental, vision, and long-term care can lead to six-figure annual expenses. Proactive planning with HSAs, specialized insurance, and strategic budgeting is essential to protect retirement savings.
A wave of experienced investors on Reddit are sharing the pivotal financial and psychological benchmarks that convinced them to leave their W2 jobs behind. The consensus? It's less about net worth and more about sustainable cash flow, strategic planning, and navigating hidden hurdles like financing and healthcare.
Amidst a resilient market backdrop, we spotlight three U.S. stocks trading significantly below their estimated intrinsic value, offering potential for investors willing to navigate current volatility.
Scotland's celebrated whisky tourism sector is showing signs of strain, with major players closing visitor centres and cutting hours amid staffing challenges and shifting demand, even as new investments open their doors.
The entertainment giant signals a downturn in overseas visitors to its American resorts, with industry analysts citing geopolitical tensions and shifting travel policies as contributing factors.
In a revealing interview, former NFL quarterback Tim Tebow recounts how coach Bill Belichick asked him to decline a seven-figure endorsement deal—only to be cut days later. Yet, a decade on, Tebow expresses admiration, not bitterness, toward the legendary coach.
As the United States approaches its 250th anniversary, USA TODAY examines the enduring legacy of the companies that shaped the nation's culture, economy, and global identity.
Amid tightening climate regulations, Southern States LLC launches a new line of high-voltage switching products that replace the potent greenhouse gas SF6 with a readily available blend of carbon dioxide and oxygen, promising a dramatic reduction in environmental impact without compromising grid reliability.
The International Monetary Fund has issued a stark warning to Bahrain, stating the kingdom must urgently implement further fiscal reforms as its budget deficit hits 11% of GDP and public debt climbs to 134% of economic output.
A new economic report finds that while inflation has cooled, recent tariff policies have kept prices higher than they otherwise would be, as the Supreme Court weighs the legality of the measures.
