Alphabet's autonomous vehicle unit Waymo is reportedly in talks to raise approximately $16 billion in a new financing round, which would value the company close to $110 billion. The move comes as the robotaxi pioneer faces heightened regulatory and public scrutiny following recent incidents involving its vehicles.
As housing affordability hits historic lows, financial author JL Collins challenges a core tenet of the American Dream, arguing that homeownership can be a trap for capital and mobility, especially for those seeking early financial independence.
ExxonMobil capped 2025 with its highest annual oil and gas output in over four decades while returning historic cash to shareholders, setting the stage for a pivotal year as it balances traditional strength with energy transition investments.
InterDigital has secured a new multi-year patent license agreement with LG Electronics, extending its royalty base into consumer electronics like digital TVs and display monitors, signaling a strategic diversification of its licensing revenue.
Identity management giant Okta is responding to a significant phishing campaign targeting over 100 enterprise customers' single sign-on credentials, while simultaneously naming Dan Mountstephen to lead its Asia-Pacific and Japan expansion efforts.
Industrial giant Caterpillar secures a landmark agreement to supply 2 gigawatts of power generation and storage to the Monarch Compute Campus, positioning itself at the forefront of meeting the surging energy demands of artificial intelligence infrastructure.
A new federally-backed investment vehicle for minors, dubbed 'Trump Accounts,' launches next month. Children born through 2028 could receive a $1,000 government contribution, with financial experts highlighting its potential to build a significant nest egg for education and retirement.
Gold and silver prices have soared over the past year, but recent volatility has many consumers and investors weighing whether to cash in on jewelry holdings or hold firm.
While the fried chicken segment continues to dominate fast-food traffic, Buffalo-based Hen House Nashville Hot Chicken has filed for bankruptcy protection, highlighting the uneven fortunes within the popular sector.
Natural gas futures tumbled over 25% on Monday, hitting a three-week low, as a swift recovery in U.S. production and a warmer weather forecast alleviated supply concerns sparked by last week's Arctic blast.
Despite strong performance from the Latin American e-commerce and fintech leader, investment manager Triasima reduced its position, highlighting portfolio discipline over bearish sentiment.
GameStop has transferred its entire Bitcoin holdings to an institutional exchange, as CEO Ryan Cohen pivots the company's focus toward a major acquisition, suggesting its crypto strategy is being deprioritized.
Ford Motor and Chinese tech giant Xiaomi have firmly denied a Financial Times report of preliminary talks to collaborate on electric vehicle production in the U.S., even as Ford's CEO publicly admires and studies Chinese EV technology while labeling it a major competitive threat.
Shares of the satellite broadband company surged last month, fueled by a key U.S. Missile Defense Agency contract and progress on its satellite constellation launch schedule, despite emerging competition.
NXP Semiconductors projects first-quarter revenue above analyst expectations, fueled by resilient automotive chip sales and signs of stabilization in the industrial sector, despite ongoing softness in communications infrastructure.
The massive CityPlace complex in West Palm Beach is undergoing a strategic repositioning, attracting high-end fashion brands, tech giants like ServiceNow, and culinary destinations like Eataly to redefine the city's downtown core and capitalize on migration trends.
The data analytics firm's fourth-quarter results showcase a decisive shift, with U.S. commercial revenue soaring 137% and profitability silencing long-time skeptics, even as its premium valuation demands sustained execution.
A private survey reveals China's manufacturing sector gained momentum in January, fueled by pre-holiday production and stronger export orders. However, analysts caution that underlying structural imbalances and uneven regional growth continue to challenge the economic outlook.
Teradyne (TER) shares surged over 10% after the semiconductor test equipment leader posted Q4 revenue and profit that smashed analyst estimates, fueled by surging demand from AI chipmakers. The company's bullish guidance signals confidence in a sustained industry upcycle.
As new CEOs take the helm at Target and Walmart, the retailers face divergent paths—one battling slumping sales and investor flight, the other riding a wave of growth fueled by e-commerce and high-income shoppers.
