Havana denies White House accusations of being a security threat while appealing for constructive talks, as U.S. pressure cuts off vital Venezuelan oil supplies and risks a humanitarian crisis.
Panera Bread is closing its Franklin, Mass., bakery facility next month, resulting in 92 layoffs, as the chain transitions from fresh dough to a centralized parbaking system for its breads and pastries.
The 179-year-old tobacco giant Philip Morris International is closing its Richmond, Virginia office, eliminating 135 positions, as it aggressively restructures around its smoke-free product portfolio, led by the ZYN nicotine pouch brand.
In a major strategic shift, UPS announced plans to eliminate up to 30,000 positions and close 24 facilities by 2026. The logistics giant is restructuring its network to prioritize automation and higher-margin business segments, while scaling back lower-margin volume, notably from Amazon. The move aims to reshape the company's cost structure and profitability profile amid a challenging multi-year stock performance.
The home improvement giant is eliminating approximately 800 corporate positions and mandating a full-time return to office, while simultaneously launching new AI tools for professionals and expanding its organic seed offerings nationwide, signaling a dual focus on operational efficiency and future-facing customer engagement.
Future Proof Brands, maker of the popular ready-to-drink brand BeatBox, is laying off over 150 employees at its headquarters. The move comes weeks after announcing a $490 million majority stake acquisition by Anheuser-Busch, signaling corporate restructuring ahead of the deal's expected close in early 2026.
Amazon is closing its cashier-less Fresh and Go grocery stores across the U.S., resulting in more than 500 layoffs in the Sacramento region alone. The tech giant says it will now concentrate its grocery efforts on expanding its Whole Foods Market chain.
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.
Waste Management (NYSE:WM) announced a significant 14.5% dividend hike and a new $3 billion share buyback program, signaling confidence in its cash flow strength despite competitive pressures. The move comes as the waste giant continues to invest in renewable natural gas and automation to drive future growth.
Morgan Stanley and Barclays have both lowered their price targets for Appalachian Basin natural gas leader Antero Resources (AR), citing revised commodity forecasts. Despite the cuts, Morgan Stanley maintains an 'Overweight' rating, signaling continued confidence in the stock's long-term trajectory.
Since its spin-off from GE Aerospace, GE Vernova's stock has soared over 400%. While its position in gas, wind, and next-gen nuclear power is formidable, sky-high valuations give even growth investors pause.
In its Q4 2025 letter, David Einhorn's Greenlight Capital revealed a new position in Antero Resources (AR), signaling a strategic move into the natural gas sector. The hedge fund's portfolio returned 8.5% for the quarter, outpacing the S&P 500.
Campbell Soup Company will close its Hyannis, Massachusetts snack facility by April, consolidating production of Cape Cod and Kettle Brand chips at other US plants amid declining sales in its snacks division.
Multiple company directors at the UK hydrogen power specialist have invested heavily in its stock over the past year, a move often interpreted as a bullish signal on future prospects, despite the shares trading significantly higher now.
A recent downgrade of Enbridge Inc. by J.P. Morgan analysts has intensified the debate over the pipeline giant's ability to balance future growth with its prized dividend stability, as macroeconomic headwinds pressure its core crude oil segment.
Facing uneven long-term performance, UPS announces a major strategic overhaul involving significant job reductions, facility closures, and a deliberate move away from low-margin Amazon volume. The company is betting big on healthcare logistics through acquisitions to bolster its global cold chain network.
The British government's move to retroactively alter leasehold ground rent contracts is undermining a foundational pillar of its investment landscape: trust in the rule of law. This erosion of contractual certainty risks deterring the long-term capital essential for growth, from energy to AI infrastructure.
Luxury retailer Saks Fifth Avenue is laying off 69 employees in New Jersey as it closes three discount outlets, part of a broader restructuring following its acquisition of Neiman Marcus and a pre-negotiated bankruptcy filing.
Turkish energy firm Reges Elektrik has completed its acquisition of Tuşpa Enerji, unlocking the start of operations at the 70MW Demirli Wind Power Project in Kırşehir and marking its strategic shift into large-scale power generation.
The price tag for Dominion Energy's flagship Coastal Virginia Offshore Wind (CVOW) project has climbed by $300 million, reaching an estimated $11.5 billion. The utility cites new tariffs and a federal stop-work order as primary drivers for the latest cost overrun, even as construction resumes and the first power generation is imminent.
