While Q3 earnings reflect challenging market conditions, the chemical giant reports strong North American performance and accelerates its strategic shift, breaking ground on a flagship advanced recycling plant in Germany and planning a larger facility in Houston.
In a significant policy shift, Chinese authorities have reportedly cleared the AI startup DeepSeek to purchase Nvidia's advanced H200 processors, potentially easing a major hardware bottleneck for its competitive large language model.
The U.S. dollar rallied sharply while gold and silver prices plunged following President Trump's nomination of former Fed Governor Kevin Warsh as the next Federal Reserve Chair. The move, coupled with stronger-than-expected U.S. economic data, signals a potential hawkish shift in monetary policy.
With rising demand, grid investments, and volatile fuel costs, electricity prices are outpacing wage growth, squeezing not just low-income but now middle-class households. Policy interventions face long lead times, leaving little hope for near-term bill relief.
Bank of America has modestly lowered its price target on JD.com, following a similar move by DBS, as analysts revise down revenue and profit estimates for the Chinese e-commerce giant, citing weaker consumer electronics demand and scaled-back subsidy programs.
President Trump's nomination of former Fed governor Kevin Warsh to lead the central bank has sparked immediate concerns on Wall Street about political influence over monetary policy, setting the stage for a contentious Senate confirmation battle.
President Donald Trump's selection of former Fed Governor Kevin Warsh to lead the central bank is widely seen as a move to accelerate the rollback of post-crisis financial rules and align regulatory policy more closely with White House objectives, analysts say.
The thrill of the hunt for luxury bargains is fading for American shoppers as Saks Global closes dozens of off-price physical stores. Experts explain the deep-seated psychology behind bargain hunting and what the retail landscape loses with these closures.
President Trump's nomination of Kevin Warsh to lead the Federal Reserve has sent ripples through cryptocurrency markets, as traders assess the implications of a governor with direct crypto investment experience and a hawkish monetary policy reputation.
As 2026 unfolds, the AI investment thesis is maturing beyond initial skepticism, creating opportunities in both leading tech giants and overlooked sectors. We analyze five companies, from semiconductor powerhouses to regional e-commerce leaders, positioned for a pivotal year.
The popular Vietnamese-American beverage chain is implementing Square's commerce platform to unify in-store and drive-thru experiences, enhance loyalty programs, and scale its growing national footprint.
In a sweeping decree, Burkina Faso's junta has formally dissolved the nation's political parties and seized their assets, a move analysts warn consolidates authoritarian rule and extinguishes a key pillar of democratic life amid an escalating security crisis.
European Commission Vice President Teresa Ribera voices profound shock at the fatal shootings of two protesters in Minneapolis, contrasting with the EU's official cautious stance. Her remarks come as transatlantic tensions simmer over U.S. immigration policies and recent geopolitical threats.
Bank of America has increased its price target for industrial packaging firm Greif (GEF) by $1 to $75, while reiterating a Neutral rating. The adjustment follows the bank's broader reassessment of the packaging sector after recent quarterly earnings calls.
Analysts at Truist Securities have adjusted their outlook for Packaging Corporation of America (PKG), lowering the price target to $270 following a fourth-quarter earnings miss. Despite the revision, the firm reiterates its Buy rating, suggesting the recent stock dip may present a strategic buying opportunity ahead of anticipated strength in the packaging sector.
In a landmark day for digital asset policy, U.S. regulators unveiled a coordinated initiative while a key Senate committee advanced market structure legislation, signaling a potential end to years of regulatory uncertainty.
The acquisition, set to finalize in early 2026 pending approvals, will merge European and American production powerhouses into an entity overseeing nearly 100 companies across 15 countries.
Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi, during a visit to Istanbul, stated Tehran is open to dialogue in principle but has no current plans for negotiations with Washington. The announcement comes amid heightened regional tensions and a Turkish offer to facilitate talks.
President Trump's nomination of former Fed Governor Kevin Warsh to lead the central bank is seen as a pivotal test of its political independence, potentially aligning monetary policy more closely with White House objectives.
A campaign-trail proposal to temporarily cap credit card interest at 10% could offer significant savings for millions of borrowers, but experts warn of potential unintended consequences for credit access and long-term financial health.
