Chevron Corporation raises its dividend for the 39th consecutive year, backed by robust operational performance, strategic acquisitions like Hess, and a diversified growth pipeline that promises sustained shareholder returns.
Netflix's bold, all-cash offer to acquire Warner Bros. Discovery for an estimated $72-83 billion is testing investor confidence and regulatory boundaries. The proposed mega-deal, which would dramatically reshape the streaming landscape, faces intense scrutiny over antitrust concerns and the strain it could place on Netflix's historically disciplined balance sheet.
Rigetti Computing secures a significant order to deliver a 108-qubit quantum system to India's Centre for Development of Advanced Computing, marking a key commercial milestone and international expansion for the company amidst volatile stock performance.
In a landmark consolidation move, Devon Energy and Coterra Energy have agreed to an all-stock merger, positioning the combined entity as a dominant force in the prolific Delaware Basin. The deal signals a strategic shift towards scale and capital efficiency in the U.S. shale sector.
Elon Musk is reportedly in advanced discussions to merge his space exploration giant, SpaceX, with his artificial intelligence venture, xAI, in a move that could reshape the frontiers of both industries and delay SpaceX's anticipated public offering.
In a rare show of common cause, both government supporters and opponents took to the streets of Caracas on Monday, demanding better salaries and pensions as the interim administration promises an oil-fueled recovery.
A former Starbucks executive alleges in a lawsuit that she was terminated after reporting maggot infestations and fire risks in new equipment, and refusing to falsify safety data.
In a detailed business update, Plug Power's CEO Andy Marsh made a direct appeal to shareholders to approve an increase in authorized shares, framing it as essential for meeting financial obligations and funding future growth. He warned that failure to pass the proposal would force the company to pursue a reverse stock split—a move he believes historically damages shareholder value.
Industry veteran Kristen Sosa joins Caleres as Division President, taking the helm of a portfolio including Stuart Weitzman, Veronica Beard, and Favorite Daughter, signaling a strategic push for growth.
The United States and India have announced a significant trade agreement, dramatically reducing tariffs after months of tension. The deal, linked to India halting Russian oil purchases, aims to boost bilateral trade and supply chain diversification.
A perfect storm of deep personnel cuts, leadership instability, and sweeping tax code changes is set to challenge the IRS during the upcoming filing season, potentially slowing refunds for millions. Experts advise electronic filing and direct deposit to navigate the hurdles.
U.S. corn futures edged lower at Monday's midday, pressured by a stronger dollar, falling crude oil, and a weekly export inspections report that fell short of last year's pace. The market also digested trade developments with India and positioning data from speculators.
Lean hog futures surged at midday, with front-month contracts gaining $2 to $2.25, buoyed by strong managed money inflows and firming wholesale pork values. The rally continues despite lighter-than-usual cash market activity.
Authorities in Mobile County are urgently searching for a missing mother, her teenage daughter, and toddler son after discovering evidence of a disturbance at their residence, indicating they may have been taken against their will.
The Texas-born travel center giant Buc-ee's is renowned for massive stores and spotless restrooms. But its most disruptive industry practice might be its pay scale, which far exceeds typical convenience store wages and fuels intense competition for jobs.
After a tumultuous period of bankruptcy and closures, TGI Fridays CEO Ray Blanchette is steering a deeply personal turnaround. Early results from holiday pop-ups and a revamped brand voice show promise, but the road to 1,000 restaurants remains steep.
Oppenheimer upgrades Relay Therapeutics (RLAY) to Outperform, citing the strength of its mutant-selective inhibitor pipeline and upcoming catalysts in the breast cancer treatment arena.
Opera's stock surged following the announcement of expanded Tether (USDT and XAUT) integration in its MiniPay wallet, which processed over $153M in stablecoin transactions in December and aims to simplify crypto access for its 12.6 million users in emerging economies.
Newly released court documents expose how former British ambassador to the U.S., Lord Peter Mandelson, shared sensitive government information with Jeffrey Epstein, including advance notice of a major Eurozone bailout. The revelations have forced his resignation from the Labour Party and intensified scrutiny of Prime Minister Keir Starmer's judgment.
As artificial intelligence reshapes finance, we examine whether XRP's underlying technology is built to capitalize on the trend of 'agentic AI' handling transactions, or if its potential benefits remain speculative.
