A sharp sell-off grips both digital and traditional safe havens, with Bitcoin nearing a critical $80,000 level and gold suffering its worst drop in months, fueled by Fed uncertainty and tech sector anxieties.
Microsoft shares tumbled 12% as investors questioned the return on its massive AI investments, despite strong cloud growth. The volatility has created a surge in bullish options activity, presenting strategic opportunities for long-term believers.
After the COVID-19 windfall subsided, Pfizer CEO Albert Bourla is steering the pharmaceutical giant into a high-stakes, $23 billion pivot to cancer research. Facing a looming patent cliff and plummeting vaccine revenue, Bourla is betting on scientific innovation to secure the company's future—and redefine cancer treatment.
First Bank Corp. has entered into a definitive agreement to merge with Russellville-based First State Bank, a strategic move set to deepen the holding company's roots in the Arkansas River Valley region while preserving the community bank's local identity.
Months after the 'Crypto Black Friday' crash, allegations of platform instability and market manipulation continue to dog Binance, sparking fierce debate about trust and power in the digital asset space.
As the cryptocurrency market grapples with sustained selling pressure, a new analysis highlights significant vulnerabilities for two of the most recognizable digital assets, XRP and Dogecoin, projecting potential losses exceeding 50% in the coming year.
In a significant shift from its long-standing marketing playbook, Pizza Hut will not advertise during NBC's Super Bowl pre-game coverage this year, ending a tradition that spanned over a decade. The move comes as the chain undergoes a strategic review and reallocates its ad budget toward other sports and partnerships.
While an IRS extension grants an extra six months to file, experts caution that the April 15 payment deadline is non-negotiable. We break down the process, benefits, and common pitfalls for the millions considering this option.
Despite posting strong Q1 results and reaffirming its double-digit growth outlook for fiscal 2026, Intuit's stock has been caught in a broader software sector sell-off. Investors are grappling with whether AI poses a disruptive threat or a tangible growth catalyst for the financial software giant.
The global lifestyle retailer MINISO continues its aggressive capital return strategy, repurchasing millions of shares under a Rule 10b5-1 program as analysts remain bullish on the stock's outlook.
Despite a bruising year, XRP's legal clarity, banking ambitions, and technical upgrades position it as a speculative recovery play for investors eyeing the next market cycle.
Newly released federal data confirms Texas led all states in job creation last year, setting new historic highs for total employment, workforce size, and nonfarm jobs in December, even as regional disparities persist.
Baidu's flagship AI assistant, Ernie, has surpassed 200 million monthly active users, a milestone reported by the Wall Street Journal. The growth underscores Baidu's deepening integration of AI across its ecosystem amid fierce competition with domestic tech rivals.
U.S. wheat futures declined across major exchanges on Friday, with Chicago, Kansas City, and Minneapolis contracts all trading lower. Despite the pullback, export sales data remains robust, running ahead of last year's pace.
Live cattle futures gained ground Friday, supported by steady cash trade, while feeder cattle contracts faced significant pressure. Market attention turns to the upcoming USDA Cattle Inventory report, expected to show a slight decline in total herd numbers.
Cotton futures extended losses on Friday, pressured by a stronger U.S. dollar and a significant year-over-year decline in export commitments. The market's focus remains on demand concerns as key metrics lag behind historical averages.
Bitcoin's rally to near $91,000 this week was abruptly halted as the U.S. dollar found its footing. The shift highlights the cryptocurrency's growing sensitivity to traditional macroeconomic forces and Federal Reserve policy speculation.
A dramatic reversal in precious metals markets saw silver crash 35% and gold fall 12% in a single session, testing a long-held crypto theory about capital rotation as Bitcoin demonstrates relative stability.
A week of significant stock swings saw Lockheed Martin and Texas Instruments surge on strong outlooks, while Humana plunged on regulatory headwinds. Here’s what drove the action and what analysts are saying.
While several stocks have posted impressive gains recently, not all momentum stories are built to last. We analyze one company with durable advantages and two where recent rallies may warrant skepticism.
