DoorDash is accelerating its expansion beyond food delivery with a nationwide partnership to deliver Hibbett's athletic gear and the appointment of a robotics and AI veteran to its board, underscoring its ambition to become a broader commerce platform.
Tens of thousands gathered in Prague's Wenceslas Square on Sunday, voicing support for President Petr Pavel in his escalating constitutional dispute with Prime Minister Andrej Babiš's coalition government. The protest, organized by pro-democracy activists, highlights deep divisions over Ukraine policy and a controversial ministerial appointment.
Abigail Fisher, a seasoned HR leader with two decades of experience, is set to rejoin Grant Thornton UK in late February as its inaugural Chief People Officer, signaling a renewed focus on culture and talent.
Truist Securities has lowered its price target on Landstar System (LSTR) from $150 to $145, maintaining a Hold rating following the logistics provider's fourth-quarter earnings miss. Analysts cite one-time insurance costs as a drag, while noting core fundamentals have yet to show a decisive turnaround.
IBM intensifies its focus on the enterprise AI market with the launch of its governed deployment platform, a strategic collaboration with e& for regulated sectors, and the appointment of PepsiCo's Ramon Laguarta to its board of directors.
GXO Logistics has unveiled a series of leadership changes, including the appointment of a new Chief Operating Officer and an interim Chief Accounting Officer, as the company sharpens its focus on operational execution and financial reporting quality amid intense industry competition.
The Walt Disney Company announces plans for its first theme park in the Middle East—a full-scale resort in Abu Dhabi—alongside a key executive appointment aimed at refining long-term corporate strategy and investor relations.
Northern Trust announces key executive appointments aimed at strengthening its Canadian asset servicing footprint and accelerating the adoption of artificial intelligence across its investment management operations, signaling a strategic pivot amid strong stock performance.
Target is launching its largest-ever spring beauty collection, introducing over 3,000 new, predominantly budget-friendly items alongside redesigned in-store experiences and key leadership appointments, signaling a major strategic push to capture market share in the lucrative beauty sector.
CLEAR Secure, the biometric identity company known for its airport expedited lanes, is deepening its ties to core government systems. CEO Caryn Seidman Becker's appointment to the Federal Reserve Bank of New York's board and a new contract with the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services signal a strategic push into financial and public health infrastructure.
Digital asset investment products witnessed their largest weekly capital flight since late 2025, with Bitcoin and Ethereum bearing the brunt of a $1.73 billion exodus. The sell-off, concentrated in the U.S., underscores a sharp pivot in risk appetite amid shifting macroeconomic winds, though Solana and select regions bucked the trend with modest inflows.
While broader UK indices face headwinds, a closer look reveals potential in smaller-cap companies. We examine three penny stocks—Alumasc Group, Mercia Asset Management, and Roebuck Food Group—that are navigating economic challenges with distinct strategies and financial profiles.
While individual investors hold a significant 32% stake in Krona Public Real Estate AB (FRA:927), effective control rests with public companies, which command a 40% ownership bloc. This concentration of power raises questions about corporate governance and future strategy for the Swedish property firm.
As speculation mounts over the next Federal Reserve leadership, top economists point to Kevin Warsh's crisis-era experience as a strength, but warn his legacy will hinge on a single, monumental challenge: shielding interest-rate policy from political influence.
Facing stiff competition from synthetic fibers, the cotton industry's leading research and promotion body has created a chief marketing officer role and merged its marketing teams to drive demand across the entire supply chain.
Founder Scott Davies steps into executive chairman role as the Welsh honey maker rebrands to Hilltop Food Group and targets doubling turnover within five years through international expansion and new product categories.
PepsiCo's CEO expands his tech governance role at IBM, while a new financial chief takes the helm in the critical India region. These moves come as the beverage and snack giant's stock shows resilience, prompting investor analysis of its future direction.
After a protracted political standoff, France's long-delayed 2026 budget is set for adoption, granting Prime Minister Sebastien Lecornu a hard-won victory but leaving President Macron's domestic reform agenda in limbo ahead of the 2027 election.
Amidst sluggish sales and intense competition, Target appoints Michael Fiddelke as CEO and refreshes its board, placing store revitalization and operational efficiency at the heart of its turnaround strategy.
While AI continues to fuel a historic market rally, a closer look reveals troubling signs of overheating, from staggering capital expenditures to questionable monetization and complex financial engineering.
