A stark new analysis from the University of Hawaii Economic Research Organization adjusts for the state's high cost of living, uncovering that wages and productivity have trailed the national average for over 30 years, painting a picture of deep-seated economic distress.
Amid a fragile de-escalation, Tehran confirms it is reviewing regional mediation proposals and expects a framework for renewed negotiations with Washington within days, though significant hurdles remain.
The British government is proposing legislative changes to allow troops to intercept and destroy threatening drones near defense sites, following a sharp increase in reported incidents amid heightened European security tensions.
The Rafah border crossing between Gaza and Egypt has partially reopened under the terms of the US-brokered ceasefire, permitting a limited number of medical evacuations for the first time in nearly two years, as tens of thousands await passage.
QatarEnergy awards McDermott a pivotal contract to plan the removal of 27 aging offshore platforms, marking the nation's first major step in responsibly retiring legacy oil and gas infrastructure.
Facing stiff competition from synthetic fibers, the cotton industry's leading research and promotion body has created a chief marketing officer role and merged its marketing teams to drive demand across the entire supply chain.
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.
Purcari Wineries has submitted a binding offer to acquire Romanian competitor Serve Ceptura, a move that would significantly expand its vineyard holdings and production capacity in the prestigious Dealu Mare wine region.
Seadrill secures a major contract extension for the West Saturn drillship with Equinor Brasil, adding over $100 million to its backlog and solidifying operations in Brazil's strategic pre-salt basin through 2027.
Investment firm Ashva Capital Management outlines its investment case for The Walt Disney Company in its Q4 2025 letter, highlighting the entertainment giant's enduring value proposition amid near-term market volatility.
Investment firm Giverny Capital outlines its rationale for adding Watsco to its portfolio, highlighting a value-oriented strategy as markets remain dominated by AI euphoria. The firm's latest investor letter reveals a challenging quarter of narrow returns.
Investors in lighting specialist FW Thorpe have seen a negative total shareholder return of 25% since 2021, starkly underperforming the broader market's gains. Despite steady revenue growth, the share price decline highlights a disconnect with company fundamentals.
Despite a 14% share price decline over the past quarter, Associated British Foods (LON:ABF) demonstrates robust underlying financial health, driven by strong earnings growth and efficient capital reinvestment, suggesting potential for a market correction.
The MOLT token, inspired by the AI-exclusive social platform Moltbook, skyrocketed to a $93M valuation before a dramatic crash, highlighting the volatile and speculative nature of event-driven memecoins.
A recent anniversary event for 'Silicon Alley' highlighted how New York's technology sector has evolved from a concentrated downtown community into a vast, decentralized force spanning finance, AI, and e-commerce.
With pharmaceutical companies increasingly deploying AI in direct-to-consumer platforms, the regulatory landscape remains fragmented. In the absence of comprehensive federal action, states are stepping in with disparate laws to address privacy and safety concerns, creating a complex compliance challenge for the industry.
After a recent pullback, shares of French construction materials giant Saint-Gobain are trading at a notable discount to analyst targets. While long-term performance remains robust, investors are weighing near-term risks against potential value.
CME Group has increased margin requirements for precious metals futures and options following extreme price swings, as daily trading volumes hit record highs. The exchange is also introducing new silver products and enforcing compliance measures, highlighting its dual role as a market facilitator and risk manager during turbulent times.
The derivatives exchange is in early talks to reintroduce binary options for individual investors, aiming to capture the growing appetite for event-based wagering while staying within regulated financial markets.
Lawmakers reconvene Monday as House GOP leadership pushes for rapid passage of a stopgap funding bill to prevent a prolonged partial government shutdown, with tensions high over border security provisions.
