The Washington Post has eliminated its standalone sports department and reduced headcount across nearly all news divisions, part of a sweeping restructuring aimed at achieving financial stability by 2026.
A routine congressional hearing on financial oversight descended into a series of heated, personal clashes Wednesday as Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent traded barbs with Democratic lawmakers, marking a stark departure from the typically staid nature of such testimonies.
Prudential Financial's latest valuation holds steady, but a cluster of analyst price targets and a focus on capital strength are shifting the conversation around the insurance giant's near-term trajectory.
Prudential Financial reported strong Q4 2025 earnings and raised its dividend, but shares fell sharply as investors weighed a 90-day sales halt in Japan over misconduct issues. The mixed signals highlight ongoing challenges in balancing growth with governance across its global operations.
Commonwealth Financial Network has reached a settlement with the SEC, bringing to a close a five-year legal battle over allegations the firm failed to disclose conflicts in mutual fund share class recommendations.
Despite posting strong quarterly results and aggressive buybacks, electronic trading giant Virtu Financial trades at a steep discount. Analysts see a potential double as its resilient business model and capital returns clash with regulatory headwinds.
The Washington Post has initiated a major restructuring, resulting in hundreds of layoffs across its newsroom, including the closure of its storied sports desk. The move comes despite direct appeals from reporters to owner Jeff Bezos and signals a sharp strategic pivot.
As influencer incomes soar, many are leaving life-changing sums idle in checking accounts. Financial advisor Natasha Howe is stepping in, teaching a new generation of female creators how to build investment portfolios and secure their futures.
In a rare public rebuke, former executive editor Marty Baron condemned the deep staff cuts and strategic shifts ordered by owner Jeff Bezos, calling the move a betrayal of the newspaper's journalistic mission.
Fox Corporation reported a 2% rise in Q2 revenue to $5.18 billion, fueled by robust advertising in news and sports, record engagement at Tubi, and the promising early performance of its new streaming service, Fox One. The media giant enters the second half of its fiscal year with confidence in its live-focused strategy.
First American Financial (FAF) has lagged the broader market, posting a modest 4.4% return over six months compared to the S&P 500's 10.2% gain. Analysts point to stagnant revenue growth, flat net premiums, and declining profitability as key concerns, suggesting investors look elsewhere for value.
As the STOXX Europe 600 edges higher on earnings optimism, a subset of smaller-cap companies are drawing investor attention. We examine three penny stocks—spanning fintech, consumer goods, and industrial manufacturing—that demonstrate underlying financial strength amidst market volatility.
American Financial Group (AFG) reported fourth-quarter revenue that edged past Wall Street expectations, though its modest 1.8% year-over-year growth highlights a broader slowdown. While per-share earnings beat estimates, a key underwriting metric fell short, sending shares lower.
As a key 2026 priority, the Financial Services Institute is pressing regulators for a contractor classification rule that protects the independent advisor model, while also targeting broader legislative and enforcement reforms.
LPL Financial has secured commitments from over 80% of Commonwealth Financial's advisors following its August acquisition, making progress toward its 90% retention goal. The firm reported an 11% rise in quarterly net income, bolstered by strong market performance and growing assets.
Shares of Pilgrim's Pride Corporation (NASDAQ:PPC) have surged 17% in the last quarter, outpacing the broader market. This analysis delves into the key financial metric driving investor optimism—Return on Equity (ROE)—and examines whether the stock's rally is built on sustainable fundamentals or ripe for a correction.
Shares of BOK Financial have soared over 30% in six months, dramatically outpacing the broader market. As the stock hovers near $130 post-earnings, investors are weighing whether the regional bank's rally has legs or if it's run out of steam.
Shares of Columbia Financial surged nearly 9% Monday, propelled by a robust quarterly earnings report and the announcement of a nearly $600 million deal to acquire Northfield Bancorp, a move set to create a New Jersey banking powerhouse.
SoFi Technologies partners with GoTu to embed its 'SoFi at Work' financial solutions directly into the gig-work platform for healthcare professionals, aiming to tap into a growing market as the company navigates a volatile stock performance.
Amid a mixed market backdrop, penny stocks are drawing renewed attention for their growth potential. We analyze three standout picks, led by financial services firm Siebert Financial, highlighting their financial health and strategic moves in a volatile landscape.
