A new industry analysis reveals a 6% average drop in full-coverage auto insurance costs for 2025, offering relief after years of steep hikes. However, the trend is uneven, with premiums rising sharply in several states, deepening an affordability divide across the U.S.
With average annual premiums surpassing $3,000, a new survey reveals the financial strain on policyholders. Financial experts outline actionable, long-term strategies to manage rising insurance costs effectively.
Japanese food giant Nichirei Foods is investing heavily in its US subsidiary, InnovAsian Cuisine, to construct a major manufacturing facility in Jonesboro, Arkansas. The move aims to capitalize on growing demand for frozen Asian meals and is set to create approximately 200 local jobs.
London-based insurtech firm Artificial Labs has secured $45 million in a Series B funding round led by CommerzVentures. The capital injection will drive a planned doubling of its workforce and support an ambitious expansion into the US market by 2026.
Employee benefits provider Unum Group (UNM) is scheduled to release its quarterly financial results after Thursday's market close. With Wall Street anticipating subdued revenue growth and a history of recent misses, investors are weighing the insurer's performance against a volatile macroeconomic backdrop.
As CNO Financial Group prepares to release its fourth-quarter results, investors are watching for signs of resilience in a challenging market. With revenue growth expected to plateau, the focus shifts to profitability and strategic positioning.
Asian equities advanced on Wednesday, shrugging off a tech-led retreat on Wall Street, as gold and silver prices surged. Investors shifted focus to safe-haven assets amid geopolitical tensions and a softer dollar, while regional markets showed mixed performance.
With regional markets facing headwinds, investors are turning to dividend-paying companies in Asia for resilience. We examine three stocks offering attractive yields and analyze their potential for steady income in a volatile climate.
A sharp sell-off in U.S. technology stocks has rippled across Asian markets, dragging down regional indices and sending Bitcoin below $77,000. The shift reflects growing investor caution over lofty AI valuations and a broader rotation into more defensive sectors.
The Hanover Insurance Group reported mixed fourth-quarter results for 2025, with revenue growth of 3.3% falling short of analyst expectations, while earnings per share exceeded consensus estimates. The performance highlights ongoing challenges in the property & casualty sector amid a shifting economic landscape.
Mortgage insurer MGIC Investment reported flat Q4 revenue, missing Wall Street estimates, as a tough housing market offset stable credit performance. The company's profit met expectations, but rising costs and stagnant growth signal ongoing challenges.
Morgan Stanley's chief equity strategist argues Kevin Warsh's expected nomination as the next Federal Reserve Chair could provide a stabilizing 'credibility anchor' for markets, shifting focus from inflation hedges to cyclical stocks.
For the first time in years, international equities have delivered significantly higher returns than the U.S. market. We examine the drivers behind this shift and how investors might thoughtfully approach global diversification.
GMO, the asset manager co-founded by Jeremy Grantham, cautions that the anticipated flood of mega tech listings next year may divert capital from existing stocks, pressuring overall market valuations.
New forecasts project Google's Pixel line to significantly outpace a slowing global smartphone market in 2026, fueled by AI features and international expansion, while component shortages squeeze competitors.
Billionaire investor Mark Cuban has launched a fresh critique against major insurance companies, accusing them of shifting financial risks onto healthcare providers and patients. In a pointed social media post, he called for a reassessment of investments in the sector, directly addressing Warren Buffett's Berkshire Hathaway.
As markets recalibrate amid shifting Fed expectations, income-focused strategies gain prominence. We analyze two REITs with standout 8%+ yields and 'Strong Buy' ratings from Wall Street, examining their resilience and income-generating potential.
With roughly half of global market capitalization located outside the United States, a domestic-only investment strategy misses industry giants from ASML to Toyota. We examine whether low-cost, broad-based ETFs like Schwab's SCHF offer a viable solution to home country bias, their recent momentum, and the enduring performance gap with U.S. equities.
Amid a tech-driven market rally, American International Group (AIG) emerged as a key performer for Diamond Hill Capital's Large Cap Fund in late 2025, highlighting a shift toward fundamentally sound, cash-generative businesses.
Amid a strong Canadian earnings season, investors are looking beyond large caps for growth. We examine three small-cap companies—in cleantech, energy exploration, and private equity—that defy the 'penny stock' stereotype with market capitalizations exceeding $30 million and distinct strategic profiles.
