The London-listed publisher, known for the Harry Potter series, is showing notable improvement in its returns on capital employed, outpacing industry averages and signaling robust reinvestment potential for future growth.
In a strategic move to diversify its portfolio and strengthen its European footprint, UK-based The Tofoo Co., backed by private equity, has acquired German seitan specialist Topas, owner of the Wheaty brand.
The European Union's impending ban on Russian liquefied natural gas imports is poised to trigger orders for at least 30 new LNG tankers, as the bloc scrambles to reconfigure its energy supply chains ahead of key 2026-2027 deadlines.
Tron founder Justin Sun reveals plans to acquire up to $100 million in Bitcoin amid a significant market downturn, positioning the move as a strategic accumulation opportunity.
Senior U.S. envoy Steve Witkoff is set to arrive in Jerusalem for meetings with Prime Minister Netanyahu and military leaders, as Washington seeks to navigate escalating regional tensions with Iran and advance efforts to end the Gaza conflict.
A convoy of Syrian government forces was observed moving toward the strategic northeastern city of Hasakah on Monday, implementing a ceasefire agreement that aims to reintegrate Kurdish-administered territories with Damascus.
Authorities in Pima County are conducting an extensive search for Nancy Guthrie, 84, the mother of 'Today' show co-host Savannah Guthrie, who was reported missing from her Tucson-area home under circumstances described as 'very concerning.'
U.S. stock futures pointed to a lower open Monday as investors braced for a flood of corporate earnings and crucial labor market reports that could sway Federal Reserve policy expectations.
Amazon's recent workforce reductions, bringing total corporate cuts to 30,000, reflect a broader shift in how layoffs are perceived. No longer framed as a sign of failure, they are increasingly presented as a strategic, forward-looking move to streamline operations and focus on priorities like AI, a narrative that resonates with investors despite the human impact.
A growing movement to eliminate state income taxes is gaining momentum, backed by the White House. However, a new analysis warns that replacing lost revenue may require significantly higher sales taxes than proponents claim, forcing a fundamental choice: accept steeper consumption taxes or shrink the size of government.
A 15-day blackout of ESPN networks on YouTube TV last fall carved a $110 million hole in the sports giant's quarterly operating income, new financial disclosures reveal. The dispute underscores the high-stakes brinkmanship now defining relationships between content owners and distribution platforms.
A stark consensus is emerging among prediction market traders and analysts, with a 71% probability now priced in for Bitcoin to fall below $65,000 within two years. This bearish outlook follows a weekend sell-off to nine-month lows and is supported by underwater ETF positions, technical warnings, and concerns over a sustained market downturn rather than a temporary correction.
As the housing market evolves, a three-digit number remains the decisive factor for mortgage seekers. The latest FICO scoring model now considers rental history, potentially opening doors for millions of aspiring homeowners.
Insurance brokerage giant Brown & Brown sees a key price target cut to $81 following its fourth-quarter earnings, which revealed robust fee growth but concerns over slowing organic revenue expansion.
Disney's first fiscal quarter of 2026 saw revenue climb to $25.98 billion, buoyed by record theme park sales and blockbuster films. While streaming income surged dramatically, the company has followed Netflix's lead in ceasing public reporting of Disney+ and Hulu subscriber numbers, shifting investor focus to profitability.
While a recent executive order aims to streamline AI rules, experts caution that customer experience teams face a complex transition—not a regulatory holiday—demanding stronger internal governance.
A sharp sell-off in gold and silver, alongside falling oil prices, has sparked volatility across global markets at the start of a week packed with major earnings and central bank decisions.
Eli Lilly's CEO sees Medicare's new policy covering obesity treatments as a pivotal moment, poised to unlock access for millions of beneficiaries to its incoming oral drug, orforglipron, and intensify the market battle with Novo Nordisk.
In the shadow of tech giants, two quantum computing specialists, IonQ and D-Wave Quantum, are vying for investor attention with distinct approaches to AI. While both remain speculative bets, a closer look at their technology, finances, and market position reveals one as a potentially less volatile choice for those venturing into this frontier.
The Walt Disney Company exceeded Wall Street expectations in its fiscal first quarter, delivering robust results across its entertainment, experiences, and streaming divisions as longtime CEO Bob Iger prepares to hand over the reins later this year.
