South Plains Financial (NASDAQ: SPFI) announces an increased quarterly dividend to $0.17 per share, reflecting strong earnings growth and a conservative payout strategy. While the yield remains modest, analysts highlight the company's potential for sustained dividend expansion.
Facing ongoing labor disputes, Starbucks unveils a massive investment in new espresso machines, AI-assisted POS systems, and a store rating program aimed at streamlining operations and improving the partner experience.
Crude oil and gasoline prices advanced on Friday, supported by persistent geopolitical risks in the Middle East and ongoing supply constraints, though gains were tempered by a stronger dollar and diplomatic signals.
CEO Brian Niccol says employees' questions about share prices reflect pride and care, as the coffee giant navigates workplace reforms and ongoing labor disputes.
A social media poll by billionaire Mark Cuban reveals a near-even split on which part of U.S. health insurance is more financially painful—premiums or deductibles. The results, and the outpouring of personal stories in the replies, underscore a system many describe as forcing impossible choices amid relentlessly rising costs.
While public attention focuses on flashy AI applications, Baseten is building the critical infrastructure beneath them. Its explosive growth and backing from investors like Nvidia signal its pivotal role in the AI economy's next phase.
Charter Communications reversed a year-long decline in its pay-TV business, adding 44,000 video subscribers in Q4. The unexpected turnaround, driven by simplified pricing and bundled streaming, offers a rare bright spot for a sector grappling with soaring costs and cord-cutting.
Despite significant institutional purchases and regulatory progress, Bitcoin continues to drift lower, leading analysts and investors to question what price level will finally stem the tide.
Nikolay Storonsky, the billionaire CEO of fintech giant Revolut, has officially corrected corporate records to reaffirm his UK residency, following a brief filing that listed him in the UAE—a move that had sent shockwaves through regulators and political circles.
Following a robust Q4 earnings beat, IBM's strategic focus on hybrid cloud, AI, and quantum computing earns a price target upgrade from Bank of America, with analysts citing improved growth and free cash flow trajectory.
Barrick Mining Corporation's stock fell nearly 10% Friday, mirroring a sharp drop in gold prices after President Trump's nomination of a mainstream candidate to lead the Federal Reserve calmed market anxieties about runaway inflation.
A surprise announcement from Google DeepMind triggered a sector-wide sell-off, hitting mobile gaming and ad-tech stocks. Analysts debate the long-term implications for companies like AppLovin.
The collapse of Big Rock Sports, a major behind-the-scenes distributor for hunting and fishing retailers, marks another casualty in the sporting goods sector's struggle against e-commerce dominance and shifting consumer habits.
The consumer goods giant Kimberly-Clark announced a dividend increase to $1.28 per share, lifting its yield above 5%. However, the move comes against a backdrop of declining earnings, casting doubt on the long-term sustainability of its shareholder returns.
Despite a slight uptick in earnings per share, CDW Corporation's stock has plummeted over 38% in three years, starkly underperforming a surging market and leaving investors questioning the disconnect between financial performance and share price.
Major music publishers have launched a massive copyright infringement lawsuit against AI company Anthropic, alleging its Claude AI was trained on a dataset of over 20,000 pirated songs, in a case that could redefine the rules for AI development.
Bitcoin's sharp decline this week mirrors a wider market rout, with analysts pointing to a confluence of geopolitical tensions, policy fears, and tech sector volatility as key drivers. The sell-off raises fresh questions about near-term support levels for the flagship cryptocurrency.
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.
Independent Bank Corporation (NASDAQ: IBCP) announces a dividend increase to $0.28 per share, continuing its decade-long track record of shareholder returns. Analysts highlight the payout's sustainability amid solid earnings growth projections.
While Exelon's recent earnings beat expectations, the utility giant continues to face investor skepticism over its long-term growth trajectory. Wall Street maintains a guarded optimism, but the stock's performance tells a more nuanced story.
