Facing a surge in AI-powered scams and persistent check fraud, financial institutions in Western Massachusetts are adopting advanced technologies and emphasizing customer education to protect assets.
U.S. soybean futures advanced Tuesday, buoyed by a rally in bean oil markets following new federal tax credit guidance. The gains come despite a mixed domestic crush report and softer European import figures, highlighting the complex dynamics in global oilseed markets.
Live and feeder cattle futures continued their upward momentum on Tuesday, building on last week's firm cash trade. Boxed beef prices showed mixed movement as market participants assess supply and demand fundamentals ahead of key spring marketing periods.
Cotton prices continued their downward trend on Tuesday, pressured by a stronger dollar and falling crude oil. Key industry benchmarks also showed softening demand, adding to the bearish sentiment in the fiber market.
A major Subway operator with 43 locations has filed for Chapter 11 bankruptcy, highlighting the intense pressure on franchisees as consumer definitions of 'value' shift away from pure low price.
Bitcoin plunged to its lowest level since November 2024 this week, erasing gains made after the pro-crypto Trump administration took office. The sell-off highlights the asset's continued sensitivity to broader market risk, despite growing institutional adoption.
A sharp sell-off in high-flying technology stocks intensified Tuesday, driven by profit-taking and renewed inflation fears sparked by a surge in oil prices amid escalating Middle East tensions.
The retail giant Walmart has shattered a historic ceiling, becoming the first traditional U.S. retailer to achieve a $1 trillion market valuation, a milestone previously reserved for the world's largest technology companies.
Elon Musk has merged his space and artificial intelligence ventures, SpaceX and xAI, into a single entity with a staggering valuation and cosmic ambitions. The move has Wall Street and tech observers buzzing with one central question: Is electric vehicle and robotics leader Tesla next in line for integration?
Despite a strong Q4, Tesla's recent stock pullback has created an attractive opportunity in the options market. Traders selling near-term put options can secure a high monthly yield, a strategy gaining traction among investors seeking income in a volatile market.
Gartner's stock tumbled sharply after issuing a cautious forecast for 2026, overshadowing a quarterly earnings beat and highlighting investor concerns over its growth trajectory in a challenging market.
The recent shuttering of several Peet's Coffee locations has shifted focus from consumer inconvenience to a heated labor dispute, as unionized employees accuse management of sidestepping legal bargaining obligations over severance and job impacts.
At Davos, Uber's Dara Khosrowshahi drew a sharp line between companies merely talking about AI and those fundamentally restructuring their operations, calling out widespread 'play-acting' despite a surge in planned investment.
Executive Director Justin Virgin has significantly increased his stake in Terrain Minerals, buying AU$446,000 worth of shares at a discount to the current market price. The move comes as the ASX-listed exploration company navigates a challenging resource sector.
A new analysis reveals South Dakota as the second most affordable state for renters, with Sioux Falls also ranking among the nation's least expensive metro areas, even as local rents see upward pressure.
Apple shares have surged past a historically significant 50-day moving average, a technical move that analysts say often precedes further gains as bullish sentiment builds around the tech giant's performance.
Following a historic single-day market cap loss, investors are questioning Microsoft's massive AI spending. We analyze whether the sell-off is a market overreaction or a sign of deeper challenges.
Multiple company insiders at Astral Resources NL (ASX:AAR) have been actively acquiring shares in recent months, a move often interpreted as a bullish signal for the junior gold explorer's prospects.
With the 2025 tax filing season now open, millions of Americans are submitting returns and anticipating refunds. Here’s the latest on processing times, potential delays, and how to track your payment.
While Publicis Groupe posts solid growth and stakes its future on AI, its CEO candidly admits the technology is costly, hard to scale, and often fails to deliver measurable returns, highlighting the gap between ambition and reality in the ad industry's AI race.
