In a candid discussion, Alibaba's Chairman Joe Tsai argues that corporate innovation stalls without a workforce that feels responsible for customers and can pivot decisively amid uncertainty.
A housing complex in northern Lebanon sheltering hundreds of Syrian Shiite refugees has become a focal point for regional tensions, facing unproven allegations of harboring loyalists to the fallen Assad regime. The controversy underscores the fragile sectarian landscape and deep-seated suspicions shaping Syria's aftermath.
A property manager has been arrested and more than a thousand samples of unknown materials have been airlifted to a federal lab for analysis after the discovery of a suspected illicit biological laboratory in a residential garage, with links to a prior California case.
As Nobel laureate Muhammad Yunus prepares to hand over power after 18 tumultuous months as Bangladesh's interim leader, the nation is divided on his legacy. Did his stewardship prevent a collapse and seed crucial reforms, or did it fall short of the transformative change demanded by a historic uprising?
Shares of Essex Property Trust (ESS) have underperformed the broader market over the past year, declining over 11%. However, recent analysis suggests the residential REIT may be trading at a significant discount to its intrinsic value. We examine the metrics and the market sentiment surrounding this West Coast-focused landlord.
At its 44th annual shareholder meeting, WaFd Bank secured key approvals while fielding questions on branch strategy, AI investment, and competitive pressures. The century-old institution reaffirms its commitment to balancing physical presence with technological advancement.
PayPal Holdings' stock has tumbled over 85% from its peak, trading near multi-year lows. As investors reassess the fintech giant's prospects, we analyze whether the current price reflects deep value or fundamental challenges.
In a decisive move against becoming the world's 'dumping ground,' Malaysia has imposed an immediate and comprehensive ban on all electronic waste imports, closing loopholes and launching a crackdown on corruption within its environmental oversight bodies.
Sony Group Corp. has raised its full-year profit forecast after a robust holiday quarter, powered by resilient PlayStation software sales and steady music streaming revenue, sending its shares soaring nearly 6%.
Congressional Democrats have issued a detailed list of demands to restrict Immigration and Customs Enforcement operations, setting the stage for a tense negotiation with Republicans ahead of a critical February funding deadline for the Department of Homeland Security.
Delegations from Ukraine, Russia, and the United States reconvene in Abu Dhabi for a second day of high-stakes negotiations, aiming to find a path to end the devastating war in Europe. While initial discussions were termed 'substantive,' deep divisions over territory and sovereignty remain.
A large-scale student demonstration in downtown Los Angeles against federal immigration policies escalated into violence Wednesday afternoon, prompting police to issue a dispersal order and resulting in multiple detentions.
Despite recent stock pressure, a growing bull case for Duolingo argues that the language app's strategic pivot to enhance teaching outcomes through AI iteration is misunderstood by the market, setting the stage for a potential free cash flow surge.
A sharp sell-off in global technology stocks has rippled into Asian trading, dragging Bitcoin below $72,000 and pressuring regional equities. The downturn reflects growing investor unease over lofty valuations and the sustainability of the AI-driven rally.
Once Thailand's dominant political force, the Pheu Thai party faces its toughest election yet. With its patriarch in prison and its populist appeal waning, the Shinawatra family's machine may no longer rule but remains a crucial power broker in the kingdom's fractured political landscape.
A Chicago man accused of killing two Israeli Embassy employees in a targeted attack outside a Washington, D.C. Jewish museum now faces a comprehensive set of federal terrorism charges, with prosecutors alleging the assault was a premeditated act intended to incite fear.
Asian markets tumbled Thursday, extending a Wall Street retreat fueled by growing investor skepticism over soaring AI expenditures and stretched tech valuations. Analysts warn of a fragile sentiment shift as capital rotates away from high-flying tech names.
After navigating a turbulent housing market, Rocket Companies is betting its future on a vertically integrated real estate and finance platform. With key acquisitions now under its belt, analysts debate whether its premium valuation is justified by a new, more resilient business model.
A New York State budget hearing descended into chaos as lawmakers grilled MTA Chairman Janno Lieber over a $35 million private security contract, with tensions boiling over into shouted interruptions and a demand for an apology.
Analysts have nudged up the fair value estimate for CIMB Group Holdings, reflecting a slightly more optimistic view of its future cash flows, though growth assumptions remain tempered. The adjustment signals cautious confidence in the Malaysian banking giant's trajectory.
