A surge of competitively priced Chinese electric vehicles and consumer goods is rapidly transforming Latin American markets, forcing governments from Mexico to Brazil to enact new tariffs and trade defenses to shield domestic industries from the influx.
Columbia Financial (CLBK) announces a major executive reshuffle, promoting its long-time CFO to Chief Banking Officer and appointing a new finance chief. The move comes as the stock shows recent gains but longer-term weakness, raising questions about its current valuation and future trajectory.
As Bitcoin tumbled below $80,000, a stark divergence emerged: options markets flashed warning signs while prediction contracts remained oddly calm, exposing a fundamental clash in how crypto markets price risk.
A major stake increase by O'Donnell Financial in the iShares AAA CLO Active ETF (CLOA) highlights institutional interest in high-grade, actively managed securitized credit as a source of yield in a complex rate environment.
Oil prices plunged and precious metals extended their historic sell-off as easing US-Iran tensions and President Trump's hawkish nominee for Federal Reserve Chair triggered a dramatic dollar rally, sending shockwaves through global markets.
Prudential Financial (NYSE: PRU) is scheduled to release its fourth-quarter earnings after the market closes on Tuesday, with investors closely watching for signs of resilience in the insurance sector.
A significant purchase of the VictoryShares USAA Core Short-Term Bond ETF (USTB) by wealth manager Merit Financial Group highlights institutional interest in short-duration, income-focused strategies amid market uncertainty.
First American Financial Corp. announces the retirement of director Martha Wyrsch while reaffirming its quarterly dividend, signaling stability in shareholder returns during a period of governance change. The company's stock performance and capital allocation strategy remain in focus for investors.
Buoyed by all-time high revenue, Stifel Financial announces a dividend increase and a 3-for-2 stock split, signaling confidence after a period of robust advisor growth and institutional business recovery.
PennyMac Financial Services reported Q4 2025 net income of $106.8 million, declaring a $0.30 per share dividend. While full-year profits grew on higher loan production, the quarter was pressured by a sharp decline in mortgage servicing income due to accelerated prepayments, highlighting the volatility inherent in its dual business model.
Shareholders of Blue Foundry Bancorp have voted decisively to approve the company's merger agreement with Fulton Financial Corporation, clearing a critical hurdle in the creation of a stronger regional banking entity.
A 24-year-old's father asked her to pay the premiums on his life insurance policy, framing it as an investment for her future. Personal finance expert Dave Ramsey and his co-host Ken Coleman weighed in on the emotional and financial pitfalls of such an arrangement.
Shares of Pathward Financial (NASDAQ: CASH) have surged over 25% year-to-date, prompting investors to question whether the rally has left the stock overvalued. We examine the numbers behind two key valuation frameworks to assess if there's still room for growth.
First Business Financial Services (FBIZ) reported robust 2025 results, driven by resilient margins and core deposit growth, while detailing a contained credit issue in its commercial real estate portfolio and outlining double-digit growth targets for the coming year.
Despite a 20% slide following its merger with Synovus, Pinnacle Financial Partners (PNFP) now trades at a valuation that may fully price in the risks. With significant cost and revenue synergies on the horizon, analysts see a clear path for earnings growth and a potential re-rating of the stock by 2026.
The Optimism Collective has unveiled OP Enterprise, a comprehensive blockchain infrastructure platform designed to give financial technology firms and institutions direct control over revenue and operations. The launch signals a pivotal shift towards institutional-grade Web3 solutions as regulatory clarity emerges.
Ameriprise Financial (NYSE: AMP) reported robust fourth-quarter results for 2025, surpassing revenue expectations with a 13.1% year-over-year sales increase to $5.05 billion. Adjusted earnings per share of $10.83 also came in ahead of analyst forecasts.
Secretary-General António Guterres warns the United Nations could exhaust its regular budget cash by July, citing chronic non-payment of dues by member states and a "Kafkaesque" financial cycle that threatens its core operations.
LPL Financial posted robust Q4 2025 results, with revenue soaring 40.4% to $4.93B and EPS surpassing forecasts. While integration of major acquisitions like Commonwealth Financial is on track, investor focus shifts to the firm's ability to sustain its advisor recruitment drive in a competitive landscape.
Bread Financial (NYSE: BFH) posted a mixed fourth quarter, with revenue falling short of expectations but adjusted earnings soaring past estimates. The company credits its disciplined operational focus and expanding product portfolio for the profit strength, even as it navigates a softer top-line environment.
