As consumer spending tightens, McDonald's asset-light franchise model proves its resilience, driving consistent sales and positioning the fast-food giant to become a Dividend King in 2026.
Shares of Community Bancorp (NASDAQ:CMTV) surged 11% this week, capping a remarkable five-year run that has more than doubled investor value. However, a closer look reveals a growing disconnect between its stock price appreciation and its underlying earnings growth, raising questions about current valuations.
BellRing Brands, the US sports nutrition leader, has initiated a search for a new CEO as Darcy Davenport prepares to step down later this year. The transition news coincides with the company's Q1 FY2026 report showing modest sales growth but significant profit declines.
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.
Amazon has filed official notice of plans to cut 2,200 corporate roles in Seattle, continuing a trend that is visibly reshaping its historic headquarters footprint. The move comes despite strong recent financial performance and bullish analyst ratings, highlighting the company's intensified focus on cost efficiency and automation.
When a marital trust's assets aren't distributed as planned after the surviving spouse's death, beneficiaries can face a costly and complex legal battle to uncover the truth and claim their inheritance.
CEC Entertainment, parent company of Chuck E. Cheese and Peter Piper Pizza, announces CFO Scott Drake will assume the CEO and president roles effective February 13, succeeding David McKillips as the 'eatertainment' giant accelerates its expansion plans.
U.S. hotel transaction volume jumped 17.5% year-over-year, reaching $24 billion, as detailed in JLL's latest investment trends report. The rebound, driven by strong private capital and improving debt markets, signals renewed confidence with major deals concentrated in key urban centers like New York, Phoenix, and Washington, D.C.
Eswin Mejia, who fled to Honduras after a drunk driving crash killed 21-year-old Sarah Root, has been sentenced to 20-22 years following a historic extradition. The case spurred legislative change and reignited debates on immigration enforcement.
Financial expert Rachel Cruze outlines seven pivotal, age-specific decisions that can determine the security and comfort of your retirement years, from early savings strategies to navigating Medicare and required distributions.
At DISTRIBUTECH 2026, GE Vernova launched its GridBeats Automation and Protection System (APS), a software-defined platform aimed at consolidating substation hardware to enhance grid resilience and flexibility amid growing digital and renewable integration demands.
Court documents reveal two former government efficiency staffers are under investigation for allegedly sharing sensitive Social Security data with a group seeking to challenge election results, raising serious security and trust concerns.
The telehealth platform's landmark valuation signals a pivotal shift for the historically underfunded women's health sector, as it scales specialized care for menopause and beyond.
BellRing Brands announces CEO Darcy Davenport's planned exit, coinciding with Q1 earnings that show rising sales but declining profitability, prompting a narrowed annual outlook.
The Walt Disney Company has disclosed the compensation details for its new CEO Josh D’Amaro and President Dana Walden, revealing potential annual packages nearing $38 million and $24 million respectively as the entertainment giant completes its leadership transition.
Akrake Petroleum, a subsidiary of Rex International Holding, has successfully completed drilling the horizontal AK-2H production well offshore Benin. Initial data indicates reservoir quality met expectations with high porosity and oil saturation, marking a positive step for the Sèmè Field development.
A trip to the 'Most Magical Place on Earth' now requires a princely sum. We trace how Disney park prices have dramatically outpaced inflation, transforming a family tradition into a luxury experience.
In an audacious move, PayPal has recruited HP's sitting CEO Enrique Lores, who steered the PC maker through steady growth, to lead its turnaround. The rare inter-company raid raises questions about HP's long-term prospects and PayPal's bid to revitalize its core payments business amid fierce competition.
While the low-cost Schwab U.S. Small-Cap ETF (SCHA) offers broad exposure, its near-term fate appears tethered not to stock picks, but to the direction of borrowing costs. Investors eyeing the fund are advised to watch a key Treasury yield threshold.
For investors seeking reliable income without the complexity of individual stock selection, dividend-focused Exchange-Traded Funds offer a compelling solution. We analyze leading options that prioritize financial strength, consistent payouts, and low costs.
