CNBC's Jim Cramer spotlighted Royal Caribbean Cruises Ltd. (RCL) this week, praising its ambitious full-year 2026 forecast as the cruise line capitalizes on robust post-pandemic demand and operational efficiencies.
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.
The head of Médecins Sans Frontières warns that Israel's decision to terminate the group's operations in Gaza and the West Bank will deepen the humanitarian crisis, calling it a pretext to restrict vital aid.
Amidst a turbulent period for craft distilling, the founders of Casey Jones Distillery in Hopkinsville, KY, have sold their bourbon and moonshine operation to Pennsylvania-based B3 Beverage Company, securing the legacy of a family-run business while joining a growing portfolio of craft breweries and distilleries.
Goldman Sachs CEO David Solomon, while optimistic on global markets, forecasts a deliberate deceleration in talent acquisition for 2026 as the bank sharpens its focus on operational efficiency and strategic resource allocation.
An AI-driven analysis suggests JPMorgan Chase stock could see a slight decline to around $295 by mid-April, as the banking giant contends with rising operational costs and regulatory uncertainty, despite strong fundamentals and shareholder returns.
Fieldguide, an AI-native platform for accounting and audit, secures major funding as it aims to tackle the profession's deepening talent shortage by automating routine work and reshaping traditional firm operations.
Despite a brutal 50% share price plunge over three months, Reitar Logtech Holdings (NASDAQ:RITR) exhibits underlying financial resilience. While its Return on Equity appears weak, the company's aggressive reinvestment strategy has fueled a remarkable 26% net income growth over five years, starkly outperforming its struggling industry. This analysis delves into the disconnect between short-term market sentiment and the firm's long-term operational engine.
A quiet crisis is eroding the foundation of U.S. economic decision-making. As key federal data agencies face budget cuts, political pressure, and operational challenges, the resulting information gap could leave policymakers and businesses 'flying blind,' increasing the risks of policy missteps, deeper recessions, and prolonged unemployment.
Amidst a backdrop of steady interest rates and cautious global growth, Asian dividend-paying companies offer investors a potential harbor. We examine three firms from across the region balancing yield with operational resilience.
HSBC Holdings is aggressively rebuilding its investment banking operations in Hong Kong and key Asian hubs, reallocating senior talent and capital to capture growth in IPOs and capital markets, as its strategic focus shifts decisively eastward.
A female kangaroo and her joey sparked an unusual rescue operation in central Virginia after escaping from a private property, evading hunting dogs, and briefly blocking a major highway before being safely tranquilized and returned home.
While the frequency of U.S. government shutdowns has declined since the 1990s, a deepening partisan divide has transformed them into longer, more damaging stalemates, with 22 closures since 1976 imposing growing costs on federal operations and the public.
The U.S. Coast Guard has suspended its search for the crew of the fishing vessel Lily Jean after an extensive 24-hour operation. One unresponsive body and an empty life raft have been recovered, while six individuals are still missing at sea.
Vital Farms (VITL) is drawing renewed investor attention following a series of earnings estimate upgrades and consistent beats. Despite a recent pullback, analysts see significant upside, citing strong brand positioning and operational scale. However, underlying challenges in retail volumes and cash flow present a more complex picture for the pasture-raised egg producer.
Gap's shares have soared over 100% in three years, fueled by a remarkable operational turnaround. But as the stock hovers near $28, investors are asking: does the current price fairly reflect the future, or has the market run ahead of itself? A deep dive into valuation metrics reveals a mixed picture.
The Hartford Financial Services Group reported robust fourth-quarter and full-year 2025 results, driven by profitable underwriting growth, higher investment income, and disciplined capital management. CEO Chris Swift outlined a strategic shift towards an "AI-first" operational model while signaling confidence in sustained margins and growth across business and personal lines.
The Optimism Collective has unveiled OP Enterprise, a comprehensive blockchain infrastructure platform designed to give financial technology firms and institutions direct control over revenue and operations. The launch signals a pivotal shift towards institutional-grade Web3 solutions as regulatory clarity emerges.
Mid-cap stocks offer a compelling blend of established operations and growth potential, but navigating this competitive landscape requires sharp discernment. We analyze one company with promising prospects and two where investors might want to apply the brakes.
Amazon is set to eliminate 16,000 corporate roles, marking its largest workforce reduction since 2023. As the tech giant streamlines operations and doubles down on AI, investors are weighing the long-term strategy against near-term turbulence.
