Meta tanks nearly 9%, Microsoft jumps 9% as the AI trade splits Big Tech
Microsoft shares jumped in premarket trading while Meta tanked as investors gave differing verdicts on the two tech giants' earnings.
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My girlfriend is 62. Can she claim her late husband’s full Social Security benefit — or does she have to wait?
Social Security doesn't just pay retirement benefits to retired workers; in some circumstances, it also provides benefits to...
Enterprise Products beats second quarter earnings estimates
Enterprise Products Partners (NYSE:EPD - Get Free Report) issued its quarterly earnings results on Tuesday. The oil and gas producer reported $0.75 earnings per share (EPS) for the quarter, beating the consensus estimat…
Trump promised a 'golden age' for agriculture. Farmers in Iowa say they're still waiting
IOWA — Farmer Aaron Lehman's health insurance premiums have more than doubled since the start of the year, after Congress decided not to extend federal subsidies after they ended. As the Iran war drags on, the cost of d…
JPMorgan upgrades Sprouts Farmers Market stock rating on sales outlook
Wall Street analysts issued several significant stock ratings and target price changes on Friday, spotlighting a mix of technology, consumer, and industrial companies that investors should watch.
Stocks Plunge on a Rout in Chipmakers and a Hawkish Fed Hold
The S&P 500 Index ($SPX) (SPY) on Wednesday closed down -1.52%, the Dow Jones Industrial Average ($DOWI) (DIA) closed down -2.19%, and the Nasdaq 100 Index ($IUXX) (QQQ) closed down -2.06%. September E-mini S&P futures …
Shell posts best quarterly profit in four years as Iran war boosts oil and gas prices
British energy major Shell on Thursday reported stronger-than-expected second-quarter profit, benefitting from the jump in oil and gas prices amid the sprawling Middle East conflict.
The Strait of Hormuz is just one trade chokepoint facing a new era of maritime warfare
The Strait of Hormuz is rattling global trade, but the waterway is just one example of a vital maritime corridor becoming a frontline, in a new age of drones and missiles targeting economic lifelines.
Treasury sell-off continues after divided Fed holds interest rates steady
U.S. Treasury yields continued their upward climb on Thursday as investors weighed the Federal Reserve's decision to hold interest rates steady and sought insight on future monetary policy decisions.
Investors are overlooking healthcare stocks and should consider these top picks, says JPMorgan
Sam Azzarello: What's next for markets and the global economy after a year defined by escalating tariffs, persistent geopolitical tensions, and the rise of artificial intelligence across industries?
Jeep maker Stellantis swings to profit on rising demand in North America; shares fall 5%
Auto giant Stellantis on Thursday swung to profit in the second quarter, boosted by rising demand in North America as the company showed tentative signs of benefitting from CEO Antonio Filosa's turnaround plan.
KPMG Australia says no decision made on workforce after media report of 1,000 job cuts
We have come a long way with more than 85% of the Fortune 500 using Microsoft AI solutions to shape their future. With 66% of CEOs reporting measurable business benefits from generative AI initiatives, particularly in e…
China threatens retaliation against U.S. humanoid robot ban, says it 'severely damages' relations
BEIJING — The U.S. Federal Communications Commission has repeatedly ignored Beijing's restrained stance on product bans, China's commerce ministry said Thursday, threatening retaliation.
Corn Pushes Lower on Wednesday
Corn futures gave back the bounce from Tuesday, with contracts closing the Wednesday session down 2 to 9 ½ cents, led by the nearbys. The CmdtyView national average Cash Corn price was down 9 1/2 cents at $4.19 3/4.
Wheat Posting Mixed Wednesday Trade
The wheat complex is showing mixed trade on Wednesday, with contracts firmer in the hard red months. Chicago SRW contracts are slipping lower on the midweek session with losses of ¾ to 2 cents. KC HRW futures are 1 to 2…
Tree.com (TREE) Q2 Earnings and Revenues Miss Estimates
Tree.com (TREE) came out with quarterly earnings of $1.27 per share, missing the Zacks Consensus Estimate of $1.46 per share. This compares to earnings of $1.13 per share a year ago. These figures are adjusted for non-r…
Form 4 Alphabet Inc Class A For: 29 July
CrowdStrike Holdings Inc (CRWD) moved up by 6.40%. The Software & IT Services sector is up by 0.98%. The company outperformed the industry. Top 3 stocks by turnover in the sector: Microsoft Corp (MSFT) down 1.11%; Alpha…
Cotton Falls on Wednesday
Cotton futures were falling on Wednesday with contracts down 70 to 106 points at the final bell. Crude oil prices were down 66 cents/barrel, with the US dollar index back down $0.404 to $98.755.
Cotton Falls on Wednesday
Cotton futures were falling on Wednesday with contracts down 70 to 106 points at the final bell. Crude oil prices were down 66 cents/barrel, with the US dollar index back down $0.404 to $98.755.
Soybeans Collapse on Wednesday, as Forecasts Remain Wet
Soybeans posted losses of 13 ½ to 34 cents on Wednesday, with front months leading the charge. The cmdtyView national average Cash Bean price was 31 3/4 cents lower at $11.46 ¼. Soymeal futures were $2.50 to $5.00 lower…
Earnings call transcript: Perseus Mining posts record cash flow in Q4 2026
Perseus delivers strong operational performance with cash & bullion increased to US$1 billion
UFP Industries (UFPI) Surpasses Q2 Earnings and Revenue Estimates
UFP Industries (UFPI) came out with quarterly earnings of $1.48 per share, beating the Zacks Consensus Estimate of $1.44 per share. This compares to earnings of $1.7 per share a year ago. These figures are adjusted for …
U.S. strikes Iran after surprise missile attack, dashing hopes of de-escalation
The U.S. forces began launching strikes against Iran at 8 p.m. Wednesday stateside, retaliating against Iranian missile attacks on American forces in the region, raising the specter of escalating conflict after a brief …
Tourmaline Oil Corp. (TRMLF) Q2 Earnings and Revenues Miss Estimates
Tourmaline Oil Corp. (TRMLF) came out with quarterly earnings of $0.51 per share, missing the Zacks Consensus Estimate of $0.54 per share. This compares to earnings of $0.98 per share a year ago. These figures are adjus…