The finalized merger between Cincinnati-based Fifth Third and Dallas's Comerica creates a banking giant with nearly $300 billion in assets, dramatically expanding its footprint in the nation's fastest-growing markets.
As YouTube emerges as a key AI training data source, Reddit navigates a complex web of challenges: protecting its community brands, defending ad revenue against TikTok and AI search, and proving the value of its data licensing strategy to investors.
Eastern Bankshares (EBC) concludes a transformative year, reporting full-year 2025 results, affirming its dividend, and completing a share repurchase. The moves have propelled its stock, raising questions about its valuation amidst a shifting banking landscape.
Ripple's Chief Technology Officer, David Schwartz, has expressed skepticism about XRP reaching prices of $50 or $100, triggering a debate within the community as the cryptocurrency's value drops significantly this week.
Amid a contentious federal immigration operation, Minneapolis residents report heightened tensions and an increased security presence, contradicting official promises of de-escalation. The arrests of journalists and unresolved fatal shootings have intensified scrutiny and community-led resistance.
LGI Homes deepens its California footprint with a new solar-equipped community near Modesto, bundling high-value upgrades to attract buyers. While the move underscores a strategic shift towards energy efficiency, analysts question its immediate impact on the homebuilder's strained margins and growth trajectory.
A major grant from Centene's foundation aims to tackle housing insecurity for justice-involved individuals in Chicago, spotlighting the healthcare giant's community investments as its stock faces persistent headwinds.
Columbia Financial (CLBK) announces a major executive reshuffle, promoting its long-time CFO to Chief Banking Officer and appointing a new finance chief. The move comes as the stock shows recent gains but longer-term weakness, raising questions about its current valuation and future trajectory.
Former President Donald Trump's legal action against JPMorgan Chase over account closures forces investors to weigh political and compliance risks against the banking giant's underlying financial strength.
An unprecedented potato harvest in Germany has led to a wave of grassroots initiatives, with farmers distributing millions of surplus potatoes for free in Berlin, sparking community spirit and a debate on food waste and market impacts.
As regional stock markets face headwinds from easing oil prices and shifting geopolitics, income-focused investors are turning to dividend-paying companies for stability and yield. We examine three high-yield opportunities across the textile, banking, and financial sectors.
Israeli authorities have issued expulsion orders to a Bedouin community near Ramallah, while settler attacks on schools and homes intensify across the occupied West Bank, further constricting Palestinian living space.
Voya Financial is set to report fourth-quarter earnings after the bell Tuesday. Investors will watch to see if the financial services firm can maintain its impressive track record of surpassing revenue estimates, even as broader market headwinds pressure the custody banking sector.
Ashley Stewart, 41, was killed in an alleged attack by her ex-husband inside her Oswego residence. The suspect, Ryan Dodd, faces multiple felony charges as friends remember Stewart as a 'beacon of light' and a community rallies to support her grieving family.
The brutal 2022 murder of Katlyn Lyon Montgomery, a 28-year-old mother, sent shockwaves through her Virginia community. What initially seemed a mystery was unraveled by a relentless investigation that pieced together a stalking ex-boyfriend's digital footprint, leading to a first-degree murder conviction and a life sentence.
A 51-year-old Airbnb host in Kissimmee has been arrested after multiple residents reported lewd behavior, including an incident involving a vacuum cleaner, at the Windsor Hills Resort community near Walt Disney World.
A federal judge ordered the release of a young child and his father from immigration detention, sparking renewed debate over family detention policies. The pair were reunited with their community after a brief but contentious custody.
After years of sluggish sales and brand challenges, Starbucks is betting on a dual strategy: deploying AI to streamline operations while reinvesting in the in-store experience. CEO Brian Niccol outlines the plan he believes will restore growth and community connection.
As average credit card APRs soar past 20%, a proposed 10% rate cap ignites a fierce debate between consumer advocates and the banking industry over access to credit and the future of rewards.
Hilltop Holdings capped off 2025 with a 46% surge in net income, fueled by a steeper yield curve and disciplined cost management across its banking and securities units. While the mortgage division remains under pressure, executives point to a robust loan pipeline and shareholder returns as signs of resilience heading into 2026.
