New unemployment filings in Maryland fell significantly last week, offering a spot of positive news for the state's labor market as national claims also edged lower.
Initial unemployment filings in Virginia rose by over 27% last week, contrasting with a slight national decline and highlighting regional economic disparities.
Rights groups document a disturbing pattern of Iranian security forces raiding hospitals to arrest injured protesters and the medical personnel treating them, transforming sanctuaries of care into sites of fear and reprisal.
Suspected Boko Haram militants killed at least 25 laborers in an attack on a town in Nigeria's Borno state, relatives and local officials confirm, in the bloodiest reported Islamist assault since late December.
The United States, in coordination with European allies, has imposed new sanctions on Iran's Interior Minister and other officials, accusing them of orchestrating a violent suppression of nationwide protests. The measures target assets and travel, reflecting a widening international response to Tehran's handling of domestic unrest.
Accent Group's strategic partnership with UK retail giant Frasers, including a planned rollout of Sports Direct stores in Australia, is drawing investor focus as it promises to reshape the footwear retailer's earnings profile. The move comes amid volatile share price performance, raising questions about the company's current valuation.
Bitmine Immersion Technologies faces heightened scrutiny following the sudden departure of its president and a strategic pivot that has seen it amass over 3.5% of all Ethereum. Analysts question the dual risks of management instability and extreme asset concentration as the stock shows recent volatility.
As Comcast shares languish near multi-year lows, a stark divide emerges between its market price and fundamental valuations. We examine whether the telecom and media giant's cash flow potential justifies a contrarian bet.
Nutrien Ltd. (TSX:NTR) shares have climbed over 31% in the past year, prompting investors to question if the agricultural giant still presents a buying opportunity. A deep dive into valuation metrics suggests the stock may be fairly priced, but diverging narratives on future growth leave room for debate.
Federal authorities have taken charge of the investigation into the fatal shooting of Alex Pretti in Minneapolis, with the FBI leading the probe and the Department of Homeland Security offering operational support, according to a CBS News report citing a DHS spokesperson.
Shares in Canadian aerospace giant Bombardier plunged 9% following former U.S. President Donald Trump's threat to impose 50% tariffs and decertify its aircraft, escalating trade tensions and sparking alarm across the North American aviation industry.
Bilt's transition to a tiered rewards system forces its user base, largely comprised of renters, to recalculate the card's value. The changes, which require higher spending to unlock points on rent, have sparked confusion and a critical decision ahead of a fast-approaching deadline.
SharpLink Gaming (NASDAQ: SBET) is drawing bullish attention from major Wall Street firms, with multiple analysts reiterating Buy ratings. The company's substantial Ethereum holdings and management's crypto expertise are seen as key drivers, even as price targets adjust to market conditions.
Truist Securities has slightly lowered its price target on Tesla shares to $438, citing the significant capital expenditure required for the automaker's aggressive shift towards AI and robotics, despite a solid Q4 performance.
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.
Analysts at TD Cowen have increased their price target on logistics giant C.H. Robinson to $194, citing better-than-expected fourth-quarter results and margin resilience in a tough spot market, while maintaining a Hold rating.
Semiconductor security firm SEALSQ deepens its investment in France, now employing around 200 specialists across its Toulouse, Aix-en-Provence, and Grenoble offices, positioning the country as a core R&D center for its post-quantum cryptography and secure chip technologies.
Analyst Jason Seidl lowered CP's target to C$112 from C$116, citing reasonable valuation post-KCS merger but noting headwinds from negative estimate revisions and investor capital flowing toward U.S. rail M&A opportunities.
XRP, the cryptocurrency designed for global payments, has seen its value tumble over 40% in the past year. While its long-term promise to reshape cross-border finance remains, investors now face a critical juncture: is this a chance to buy the dip, or a sign of deeper troubles ahead?
While homeownership is a common goal, the investment strategies of the affluent reveal a more nuanced picture. Analysis of wealth tiers shows real estate plays a varying, and often shrinking, role as net worth climbs into the millions.
