U.S. equity markets slipped Thursday as Treasury yields climbed following President Trump's announcement that he will nominate former Fed Governor Kevin Warsh as the next central bank chair. The move, seen as potentially less dovish, overshadowed positive economic data and corporate earnings.
Despite CEO Elon Musk's bold pronouncements on AI, robotics, and a future of 'Amazing Abundance,' Tesla faces mounting pressure from declining automotive revenues and margins. As the company pivots with massive capital expenditure, investors are left weighing futuristic promises against present-day financial headwinds.
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.
Damascus has declared its intention to permanently close the sprawling al-Hol and Roj displacement camps in northeast Syria, which house over 28,000 people connected to the Islamic State. The move, confirmed by officials and aid groups, sparks urgent debate about the future of detainees, including foreign nationals.
New satellite imagery shows Iran constructing roofs over bomb-damaged buildings at its Isfahan and Natanz nuclear facilities, a move analysts say is likely aimed at shielding recovery efforts from surveillance as international pressure mounts over Tehran's internal crackdown and nuclear ambitions.
Yemen's Houthi rebels have seized telecommunications equipment and vehicles from multiple UN offices in Sana'a, the United Nations reported Friday, marking a significant escalation in restrictions that threatens to cripple humanitarian operations in the war-torn country.
Venture capitalist Chamath Palihapitiya scored a monumental win with Nvidia's $20.6 billion purchase of AI chipmaker Groq, yet the investor reveals a profound sense of melancholy, highlighting the psychological complexities behind blockbuster deals.
A stark new financial analysis warns that ocean warming and extreme weather could cost the seafood sector $15 billion annually by 2050, threatening food security and economies worldwide.
London-based trading giant IG Group has completed its takeover of Australian cryptocurrency exchange Independent Reserve, following regulatory approval in Singapore. The move paves the way for the launch of regulated crypto services in key markets including Singapore, Australia, and the UAE by late 2026.
The head of the European Stability Mechanism has told Reuters the bloc's 430-billion-euro emergency fund could be repurposed to provide defense loans to member states, signaling a strategic shift as Europe seeks to bolster its military autonomy.
Secretary-General Antonio Guterres warns in a confidential letter that the United Nations faces a severe cash crunch, driven by unpaid dues and restrictive budget rules, threatening its operational viability by mid-year.
As severe flooding displaces hundreds of thousands in Mozambique, the UN raises alarms over dangerously overcrowded temporary shelters and a critical funding shortfall, warning of heightened risks for vulnerable populations.
As the 2026 Super Bowl approaches, a notable quiet has settled over the automotive section of the advertiser roster. Ford's continued absence, alongside most major rivals, signals a profound strategic shift away from the event's iconic—and astronomically priced—commercial slots.
U.S. producer prices rose more than anticipated in December, driven primarily by increasing costs in the services sector. The data suggests businesses are beginning to pass on tariff-related expenses to consumers, potentially signaling a reacceleration of inflationary pressures.
OGE Energy Corp. posts a return on equity in line with industry peers, but a deeper dive reveals a reliance on debt that could signal heightened risk for investors in the evolving utilities sector.
Divergent analyst reports from Truist and Goldman Sachs on CCC Intelligent Solutions have cast a spotlight on the data firm's path to profitability, revealing deep-seated debates about its role in the auto insurance ecosystem and its ability to convert steady growth into sustained margins.
Meta Platforms is charting an unprecedented course in capital investment, with plans to spend up to $135 billion by 2026 to build the infrastructure for AI 'superintelligence.' The staggering sum highlights the scale of Big Tech's arms race and raises questions about long-term returns.
Titan Wealth Holdings has agreed to acquire Plymouth's Sound Financial Management, a move set to add approximately £600m in advised assets and bolster the group's regional presence in England's growing southwest market.
Promised U.S. funds to repair Ukraine's war-shattered energy grid are caught in administrative limbo, leaving millions vulnerable to extreme cold amid renewed Russian strikes and internal U.S. agency disputes.
Bitcoin's sharp retreat to $81,000 on Thursday, following the Federal Reserve's latest policy announcement, resulted in massive leveraged position liquidations and sent shockwaves through correlated equities.
