The global K-craze has propelled humble dried seaweed, or gim, to international fame, but surging demand is driving up costs and putting a staple food out of reach for some Koreans.
While Jati Tinggi Group Berhad (KLSE:JTGROUP) posted rising net income, a significant increase in shares outstanding has diluted per-share earnings, prompting market skepticism despite the seemingly positive headline figures.
Amid heightened regional tensions, the United States has significantly increased its military footprint across the Middle East, deploying carrier strike groups and strike platforms. The strategic repositioning coincides with the last-minute relocation of crucial nuclear negotiations with Iran from Istanbul to Muscat.
Ukraine's energy minister has issued a stark warning that planned power outages could intensify in the coming days, citing significant generation shortfalls and the threat of new Russian aerial attacks targeting the nation's critical energy infrastructure.
A 2017 email from Jeffrey Epstein, released as part of a recent document dump, claims Bill Gates's former romantic partner was left 'broke' and couch-surfing. The allegation adds to the scrutiny of the billionaire's ties to the disgraced financier.
Cardinal Timothy Dolan reflects on his tenure as Archbishop of New York with profound gratitude, embracing the future with faith as he passes leadership to his successor.
A landmark agreement for AI computing power has unraveled, with OpenAI opting for rival suppliers and a scaled-back investment, raising questions about the sustainability of the industry's spending spree.
In a major consolidation move within the semiconductor industry, Texas Instruments has agreed to acquire Silicon Laboratories in an all-cash deal valued at approximately $7.5 billion, aiming to significantly expand its embedded connectivity offerings.
Two Pinterest engineers have been terminated after developing and distributing a software script designed to monitor colleague dismissals, as the company pushes forward with AI integration and workforce reductions.
Crude oil and gasoline futures surged over 3% Wednesday, with gasoline hitting a 2.5-month high, as diplomatic tensions between Washington and Tehran reignited concerns over potential supply disruptions in the critical Middle East region.
CNBC's Jim Cramer pointed to Las Vegas Sands as a notable decliner in the S&P 500, linking its nearly 20% monthly drop to continued caution among high-net-worth Chinese consumers, the core clientele for its Macau and Singapore resorts.
CNBC's Jim Cramer voiced strong support for Amazon.com Inc. ahead of its quarterly report, arguing the e-commerce and cloud computing leader does not receive the market respect it deserves despite fierce competition.
CNBC's Jim Cramer suggests Apple's stock may be poised for a rebound, questioning whether its recent underperformance still justifies its place among the market's elite 'Magnificent Seven'.
CNBC's Jim Cramer singled out Alphabet Inc. (GOOGL) as a top-tier investment, praising its consistent performance and market-beating returns. He highlighted the tech giant's diversified strength across search, cloud, and AI as key drivers.
Merck & Co. saw its stock rise over 2% following a solid quarterly earnings report, even as its full-year guidance came in softer than some expected. CNBC's Jim Cramer highlighted the pharmaceutical giant as a top pick in the sector, pointing to underlying strength beyond the headline numbers.
NextEra Energy and Xcel Energy have formed a strategic partnership to accelerate the development of power infrastructure—including renewables, storage, and grid tech—specifically to meet the surging electricity demands of AI data centers. The move underscores how utilities are scrambling to adapt to a new era of concentrated, power-hungry loads.
CNBC's Jim Cramer offered a nuanced view on Broadcom (AVGO), acknowledging the chipmaker's strength while cautioning on near-term entry timing, as investors weigh its role in AI and infrastructure.
CNBC's Jim Cramer has singled out Wells Fargo (WFC) as a compelling investment, arguing that the banking giant's fundamentals and strategic positioning make it a winner, even as investor frenzy focuses elsewhere on artificial intelligence.
CNBC's Jim Cramer disclosed a new position in cybersecurity leader CrowdStrike Holdings for his charitable trust, framing recent share price weakness as an opportunity amid a broader tech sell-off driven by macroeconomic concerns.
Hasbro's shares have surged over 72% in the past year, closing at $94.66 and drawing investor scrutiny. While momentum is strong, analysts are divided on whether the current price accurately reflects the toymaker's intrinsic value and future prospects in a challenging retail landscape.
