The Federal Reserve left interest rates unchanged, signaling confidence in a solid economy while inflation remains above target. The decision sets up a continued clash with a President demanding deeper cuts.
Swiss banking giant UBS is preparing to offer a limited group of its wealth management clients access to trade Bitcoin and Ether, marking a significant but measured step into digital assets as it responds to client demand and a shifting regulatory landscape.
Cullen/Frost Bankers Inc., the parent of Texas-based Frost Bank, has elected Marsha M. Shields, leader of the Red McCombs family enterprises, and former Ernst & Young managing partner Jeff Rummel to its board, as longtime director Dr. Chris Avery prepares to retire.
A soon-to-be father's anxiety over an $8,000 car loan led him to consider a costly 401(k) withdrawal. Financial experts Dave Ramsey and John Delony strongly advised against it, highlighting the severe penalties and long-term consequences of mixing emotional decisions with retirement planning.
The 106-year-old outdoor apparel brand, founded in Seattle in 1920, could see nearly 200 of its North American stores shuttered as its licensed operator moves toward Chapter 11 restructuring, though core brand operations are expected to continue.
As regulatory scrutiny intensifies and the ESG debate evolves, major banks and wealth managers are turning to pass-through voting mechanisms to reassert shareholder influence and align investment stewardship with client values.
Sources indicate Disney's board is finalizing plans to appoint theme parks chairman Josh D’Amaro as the company's next chief executive, concluding a lengthy succession search. The move would place the profitable parks division veteran at the helm of the global entertainment giant.
Silver's explosive surge past $100 has reshaped the commodity landscape. With Citi and prominent strategists forecasting a run toward $150, the metal is now seen as a volatile barometer of macro fears, structural deficits, and relentless industrial demand, establishing a potential new floor above $65.
A coalition of environmental groups is sounding the alarm over two massive Royal Caribbean developments in Cozumel and Mahahual, warning of severe ecological strain and social disruption, as legal challenges begin to mount.
The United States is conducting multi-day air force exercises in the Middle East, showcasing rapid deployment capabilities, as former President Donald Trump renews threats of military action against Iran unless it returns to nuclear negotiations. The drills occur against a backdrop of heightened rhetoric and regional unease.
As authorities continue their investigation, the family of Shirley Raines—founder of the nonprofit Beauty 2 The Streetz—shares insights into the activist's sudden passing, while tributes pour in from the community she served and celebrities she inspired.
A stunning Democratic victory in a Texas State Senate district, which swung over 30 points from the 2024 presidential results, has triggered urgent warnings from former Trump aide Sean Spicer about Republican turnout and strategy.
A coalition of New York prosecutors warns that the landmark GENIUS Act, celebrated as a regulatory breakthrough for stablecoins, lacks critical consumer protections, potentially allowing issuers to financially benefit from frozen or disputed funds while victims struggle for restitution.
CNBC's Jim Cramer issues a stark warning on Bitcoin's volatility, predicting a key support level while questioning MicroStrategy's Michael Saylor. Amid a sharp sell-off, Saylor's firm continues its aggressive accumulation strategy.
Nio's rapid growth and premium positioning make it a compelling story in the EV race, but its massive investment in a proprietary battery-swap network presents a pivotal uncertainty for investors weighing its future.
In a sweeping interview, Elon Musk positioned solar power as the indispensable core of future energy, AI, and space ambitions, praising China's manufacturing scale while urging a massive U.S. build-out.
South Korean e-commerce giant Coupang is confronting a multi-front crisis, including class-action lawsuits and regulatory probes, following a data breach impacting millions. The fallout has led to the CEO's resignation and intensified scrutiny of corporate governance and cybersecurity protocols.
Members of the Sanz Hasidic dynasty marked the ancient Jewish holiday of Tu BiShvat with traditional ceremonies and tree plantings in Netanya. The observance highlights the community's deep-rooted connection to nature and agricultural traditions within modern Israel.
While quantum computing startups capture headlines, IBM's decades-long investment and recent Nighthawk processor breakthrough are drawing serious capital from institutional investors, signaling enduring dominance in the enterprise quantum race.
The Detroit automaker has held preliminary talks with Xiaomi and other Chinese manufacturers about potential joint ventures to build electric vehicles in the United States, a move already drawing sharp criticism from Washington lawmakers.
