As the Super Bowl kicks off in California—a state without legal sports betting—federally regulated prediction markets are positioned to siphon off a significant portion of wagering activity, potentially reaching record trading volumes this year.
A new IADS report reveals how luxury's slowdown and a permanent shift to casual styles are forcing major retailers to pivot. The response: doubling down on athleisure, accessible price points, and in-store experiences to attract customers and sustain growth.
Buoyed by strategic brand exits and tariff mitigation, Church & Dwight enters 2026 with robust cash flow and a sharpened focus on its 'power brands' like Arm & Hammer and TheraBreath, despite a challenging consumer landscape.
Aris Mining (TSX:ARIS) has undertaken a significant corporate restructuring, reinstating founder Neil Woodyer as both Chairman and CEO while outlining elevated production goals for 2026. The move, aimed at streamlining operations, places the company's ambitious Marmato expansion and near-term execution squarely under Woodyer's renewed command.
Brookfield Renewable (BEPC) reported robust 2025 financial results, deploying a record $8.9 billion in capital. CEO Conor Teskey outlined a pivotal market transition, driven by surging electricity demand from data centers and industrial activity, positioning the company's diversified portfolio of hydro, wind, solar, and storage for accelerated growth.
Despite posting solid revenue and profit growth for its final quarter of 2025, Roper Technologies' stock fell sharply this week after its guidance for the coming year fell short of Wall Street's expectations, highlighting the challenges for diversified software firms in an AI-dominated market.
Truist Securities raised its price target on Fifth Third Bancorp (FITB) following a robust quarterly performance driven by loan growth and fee income, while slightly adjusting its long-term earnings outlook due to acquisition timing and tax considerations.
A Goodyear, Arizona woman's attempt to fix her TV's closed captioning spiraled into a six-month ordeal, culminating in the loss of her life savings. This case highlights the sophisticated tactics of modern fraudsters and a dramatic surge in high-dollar scams targeting older adults.
A baseless rumor about a potential Osaic-Cetera merger, which spread rapidly through advisor networks, has highlighted the intense pressures and sometimes questionable tactics in today's financial advisor recruiting landscape.
Panera Bread confirms a second major data security incident in two years, while Krispy Kreme agrees to a $1.6 million settlement over a 2024 breach, as the foodservice industry grapples with escalating cyber threats and consumer lawsuits.
As a surge in data center demand strains the PJM Interconnection grid, planners unveil a strategy to fast-track connections while wrestling with supply chain delays that threaten to outpace new power generation. Experts warn of a looming mismatch between market promises and construction realities.
Barrick Gold's stock has soared over 220% in the past year, leaving investors to question if the rally has peaked. A deep dive into valuation metrics suggests the mining giant may still be trading at a significant discount to its intrinsic value.
Citigroup reaffirms its bullish stance on AppLovin (APP), highlighting the rapid adoption of its Axon platform by e-commerce clients and improved customer quality as key growth drivers, with a price target of $820.
First Bank Corp. has entered into a definitive agreement to merge with Russellville-based First State Bank, a strategic move set to deepen the holding company's roots in the Arkansas River Valley region while preserving the community bank's local identity.
As the cryptocurrency market grapples with sustained selling pressure, a new analysis highlights significant vulnerabilities for two of the most recognizable digital assets, XRP and Dogecoin, projecting potential losses exceeding 50% in the coming year.
Baidu's flagship AI assistant, Ernie, has surpassed 200 million monthly active users, a milestone reported by the Wall Street Journal. The growth underscores Baidu's deepening integration of AI across its ecosystem amid fierce competition with domestic tech rivals.
Live cattle futures gained ground Friday, supported by steady cash trade, while feeder cattle contracts faced significant pressure. Market attention turns to the upcoming USDA Cattle Inventory report, expected to show a slight decline in total herd numbers.
Cotton futures extended losses on Friday, pressured by a stronger U.S. dollar and a significant year-over-year decline in export commitments. The market's focus remains on demand concerns as key metrics lag behind historical averages.
While the healthcare sector has surged 17.4% in six months, outpacing the S&P 500, regulatory headwinds and valuation concerns demand a selective approach. We examine one stock with a durable edge and two facing significant challenges.
High valuations demand exceptional growth. We examine two companies whose business models justify the premium and one where the price may be running ahead of reality.
