Wall Street and the dollar advanced as robust economic indicators and a U.S.-India trade pact overshadowed a continued historic selloff in precious metals. Investors recalibrate around growth optimism and shifting geopolitical winds.
Raytheon, an RTX business, achieves a critical ballistic flight test for the U.S. Army's new interceptor while securing over $1.2 billion in new defense contracts. These wins solidify its role in next-generation air defense but come as the company's stock trades near record highs, prompting investor scrutiny over future growth.
Netflix's bold, all-cash offer to acquire Warner Bros. Discovery for an estimated $72-83 billion is testing investor confidence and regulatory boundaries. The proposed mega-deal, which would dramatically reshape the streaming landscape, faces intense scrutiny over antitrust concerns and the strain it could place on Netflix's historically disciplined balance sheet.
A federal judge has issued a temporary restraining order against a Homeland Security rule that required advance notice for congressional visits to ICE facilities, citing 'irreparable harm' to oversight duties amid heightened national scrutiny.
A new national report reveals Wegmans Food Markets experienced one of the steepest declines in customer satisfaction among major grocers in 2026, as economic pressures reshape shopping priorities toward value and convenience.
Expedia Group stock rose sharply after announcing an expanded, exclusive partnership with Affirm, making the fintech firm the sole 'Buy Now, Pay Later' provider across its major U.S. travel platforms.
WK Kellogg Co. names former Ferrero executive Jean-Baptiste Santoul as Chief Operating Officer, signaling a strategic shift following its $3.1 billion acquisition by the global confectionery giant.
CNBC's Jim Cramer expressed renewed bullishness on Tesla, shifting focus from its electric vehicle business to its ambitions in robotics and autonomous 'Cybercab' technology following the company's latest earnings call.
CNBC's Jim Cramer tempered enthusiasm for Novo Nordisk stock, suggesting investors hold rather than buy after its massive gains driven by blockbuster weight-loss drugs.
Fifth Third Bancorp has finalized its $12.3 billion acquisition of Comerica Bank, with customer system conversions and branch rebranding to begin in September. The deal creates the ninth-largest U.S. bank and significantly expands Michigan's branch network, though some closures and layoffs are expected.
The French government has secured parliamentary approval for its 2026 budget, ending a months-long impasse after Prime Minister Sebastien Lecornu weathered a series of no-confidence motions. The passage followed strategic concessions to the Socialist party, a key swing bloc.
Meta Platforms' stock soared past $700 following a robust Q4 2025 earnings report, reigniting investor debate on whether it can reach the $1,000 milestone. While its core advertising engine hums, massive AI investments and regulatory headwinds present significant challenges.
The future of the Kickstarter-funded MMORPG Ashes of Creation is in jeopardy following the resignation of its founder and a wave of senior departures, triggering significant staff cuts and leaving the community in limbo.
Forensic genealogy has finally put a name to remains discovered in 2012, closing a long-standing mystery for Illinois authorities and a family.
As global demand for copper surges—driven by AI data centers, electrification, and green energy—a severe supply crunch looms. Mining magnate Robert Friedland warns of a looming 'train wreck,' putting companies like Southern Copper and Freeport-McMoRan in the spotlight for investors.
Amazon's ongoing corporate restructuring has resulted in significant layoffs across its Seattle-area headquarters, with software engineers among the most affected roles, as the tech giant continues to streamline operations and invest in AI.
Following a federal judge's order for their release, a father recounts the two-week detention of his five-year-old son by ICE, alleging inadequate medical care and harsh conditions, as the case ignites debate over immigration enforcement practices.
Amazon is discontinuing its Amazon One biometric palm payment system in 2026, ending a nearly six-year experiment in contactless retail technology that faced scrutiny over data security.
In the wake of its Chapter 11 filing, Saks Global Enterprises is closing all Neiman Marcus Last Call locations and most Saks Off 5th stores, marking a dramatic retreat from the off-price sector as it refocuses on core luxury business.
While AI's role in headline-grabbing discoveries like AlphaFold is celebrated, Anthropic is forging a new path. Through partnerships with the Allen Institute and HHMI, the company is embedding Claude AI into the unglamorous, time-consuming groundwork of research—betting that efficiency gains in data analysis and coordination will compress decades of scientific progress.
