While carrier capacity and reliability show signs of recovery, a new FreightWaves white paper reveals a more complex and unforgiving cost environment emerging for 2026. Shippers must navigate a labyrinth of rules, fees, and contract nuances that are quietly driving up expenses.
Qatar has tripled its flagship venture capital fund to $3 billion, adding a strategic sweetener: subsidized access to AI computing power. The move aims to position Doha as a competitive hub for tech talent and deep-tech startups in the Gulf region.
The global payments giant reported a 15% surge in net revenue and processed a record 69.4 billion transactions in its fiscal first quarter, signaling resilient consumer confidence and a rebound from previous quarters.
The Walt Disney Company reported a 5% rise in fiscal first-quarter revenue to $26 billion, fueled by its theme parks and streaming services. However, operating profit fell 9% as challenges in its traditional TV business and rising costs offset gains.
With the cost of living significantly higher than just a few years ago, Channel 11's Susan Koeppen offers actionable tips to help households reduce recurring bills and ease financial pressure.
A syndicate led by JPMorgan and Wells Fargo is preparing a multi-billion dollar high-yield bond and loan issuance to finance the landmark private equity acquisition of Bubble Wrap maker Sealed Air, with bond yields expected to attract investor interest in the 7% range.
Following a strategic partnership with Singapore's GIC, Realty Income (NYSE: O) is poised for a transformative year. Analysts forecast further international growth, portfolio diversification into new property verticals, and a potential rebound in share performance as catalysts align.
A major advisory firm's complete exit from a short-term Treasury ETF is sparking debate on whether institutional investors are moving idle cash into higher-growth opportunities.
Lyft shares have dramatically outperformed the S&P 500, climbing nearly 20% in six months. While rider growth and improving cash flow paint an optimistic picture, underlying margin pressures reveal the intense competition in the ride-hailing sector.
Crane Company's fourth-quarter earnings outperformed expectations, fueled by robust growth in its Aerospace & Advanced Technologies division. While management celebrated strong execution, analysts on the earnings call zeroed in on the costs and complexities of integrating recent high-profile acquisitions.
Silver prices have erased most of their historic 2025-2026 gains in a dramatic reversal, highlighting the profound and volatile impact of Chinese retail speculation on global commodity markets.
Meta Platforms' shares soared following a robust Q4 earnings beat and aggressive AI investment plans. While core advertising thrives, the company's massive capital expenditure hike raises questions about long-term payoff and competitive positioning.
D-Wave Quantum Inc. announces the relocation of its headquarters and core R&D from Palo Alto, California, to Boca Raton, Florida, citing the state's business climate and partnership opportunities, in a move emblematic of a wider coastal tech migration.
After a powerful 41% surge over the past year, Lattice Semiconductor (LSCC) finds itself at a crossroads. With shares trading near $80, new analysis suggests the stock may be significantly overvalued, raising questions about its long-term prospects in the competitive semiconductor landscape.
Shares of Deckers Outdoor Corp. surged nearly 20% following a robust quarterly report and an optimistic fiscal 2026 outlook, driven by exceptional performance from its UGG and HOKA footwear brands.
Shares of Applied Optoelectronics (AAOI) soared to a record high Friday, driven by analyst optimism over its critical role in powering AI data centers with advanced laser technology.
Mondelez International merges financial and operational oversight under veteran CFO Luca Zaramella, who assumes the additional role of Chief Operating Officer. The strategic move aims to tighten cost discipline across global commercial units but raises questions about succession planning and cash flow pressures as the snack giant navigates a challenging market.
Amid soaring valuations and bubble fears, venture capital heavyweight Ben Horowitz argues the AI surge is fundamentally different, driven by historic customer adoption and revenue growth that signals a new computing era.
Bloom Energy's landmark $2.65 billion power agreement and a potential $5 billion infrastructure partnership signal a strategic pivot to become a cornerstone provider for the energy-hungry AI data center industry, prompting a fresh look at its long-term valuation.
The price tag for Dominion Energy's flagship Coastal Virginia Offshore Wind (CVOW) project has climbed by $300 million, reaching an estimated $11.5 billion. The utility cites new tariffs and a federal stop-work order as primary drivers for the latest cost overrun, even as construction resumes and the first power generation is imminent.
