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Apple Warns of Margin Pressure in Holiday Quarter on Memory Costs
Apple forecasts a dip in gross margins for the holiday quarter as rising memory chip costs weigh on profitability.
William Nordhaus Pushed Carbon Pricing and Faced Industry Backlash
Economist William Nordhaus championed pollution pricing as the most effective climate tool, only to encounter fierce opposition from fossil fuel interests and anti-tax forces.
Michigan Manufacturers Split on Trump Tariff Impact
A Michigan manufacturer says Trump's tariffs have helped its business, reflecting a divide among industrial firms in a key swing state.
Sabra Health Care REIT Misses Earnings Estimate, Beats Revenue
Sabra reported quarterly earnings that fell short of forecasts by $0.06 per share, while revenue came in above analyst expectations.
Wells Fargo Lifts CBOE Holdings Price Target to $357
Wells Fargo raised its price target on CBOE Holdings to $357, citing updated estimates for the exchange operator.
Political Ad Spending Surge Keeps Broadcast TV Dominant
Despite a broad shift toward digital media, local broadcast TV stations are capturing outsized revenue from midterm election ad spending, especially in Texas.
Shore Bancshares Director John Lamon Acquires Company Stock
A board director at Shore Bancshares purchased common stock valued at $7,753, signaling insider confidence in the regional bank.
Trump Calls $50M Contract for Former Lawyer Habba 'Not Acceptable'
President Trump publicly distanced himself from a $50 million government contract linked to his former attorney Alina Habba Mildon.
French Bond Sell-Off Signals Fiscal Risk for Governments Globally
Rising yields on French sovereign debt are drawing attention as a cautionary signal for heavily indebted governments worldwide.
FBI Ties Record $6.3 Billion Crypto Theft to North Korea via Binance
Federal investigators have linked a record-breaking $6.3 billion cryptocurrency theft involving Binance to North Korean state actors.
Early Social Security Filings Surged Last Year, Experts Say
A spike in early Social Security claims last year may be linked to widely reported turmoil at the agency overseeing benefits.
Why Wall Street Is Shrugging Off the Midterm Elections
Inflation, interest rates, AI, and geopolitical conflict are driving markets far more than midterm election outcomes, analysts say.
Binance Hack Raises Questions About Crypto Customer Protections
A security breach at Binance has renewed scrutiny over what safeguards exist for cryptocurrency holders when exchanges are compromised.
US Oil Industry Booked $130B-Plus Profit Amid Iran Conflict
American oil producers and refiners earned more than $130 billion during the Iran war period, nearly triple their year-ago earnings.
S&P Revises Meta's Outlook to Negative Over Spending Concerns
S&P Global has cut its outlook on Meta to negative, citing worries about the company's rising capital expenditure commitments.
Stocks Slip on AI Spending Fears as Bonds and Oil Rally
Equity markets declined amid concerns over heavy AI investment costs, while bonds and oil prices moved higher in divergent trading.
Nasdaq and S&P 500 Post Worst Session Since June on AI Fears
Tech stocks dragged major indexes sharply lower as investors grew uneasy over heavy spending on artificial intelligence infrastructure.
Kalshi Pushes to Repeal 1958 Onion Futures Ban Tied to Price Scandal
Prediction market startup Kalshi is targeting a decades-old law that bans futures trading on onions and box office receipts.
SEC Grants Exemptions to Treasury Clearing Rules for Repo Transactions
The SEC issued exemptive relief easing central clearing mandates for inter-affiliate and non-U.S. repo transactions involving U.S. Treasury securities.
Teachers Union Sues Education Dept. Over PSLF Debt Relief Delays
The American Federation of Teachers has filed suit against the Education Department, alleging it is blocking or stalling debt cancellation for public servants.
Inflation Remains a Political Liability for Trump and Republicans
Persistently high prices continue to dog the GOP heading into the midterm cycle, echoing the economic frustrations that shaped the 2024 election.
Bayer Wins Roundup Cancer Trial Amid Ongoing Settlement Review
A jury sided with Bayer in a Roundup weedkiller cancer lawsuit, as the company awaits a key ruling on its broader settlement strategy.
Gold Holds Near $4,000 as Inflation Data Stirs Fed Rate Fears
Gold prices hovered close to the $4,000 mark as fresh PCE inflation figures and oil market risks rekindled concerns about Federal Reserve rate policy.
Fed Set to Resume Rate Hikes in December Amid Inflation Risk
Federal Reserve officials are poised to restart interest rate increases in December, with future moves tied closely to incoming economic data.
Amazon, Intel Results Highlight AI Spending Surge and PC Slump
Amazon's heavy capital outlays and Intel's weak PC demand signal how AI investment is reshaping tech sector economics.
SEC Charges Two Firms in $130 Million Fraud Using Fake Filings
The SEC has charged BG Wealth Sharing Ltd and DSJ Exchange Pty Ltd for using false regulatory filings to deceive investors in a $130 million scheme.
DoorDash Acquires Instacart in $17 Billion Merger Deal
DoorDash is buying Instacart for $17 billion, merging the top U.S. restaurant delivery app with the leading online grocery platform.
Kalshi Valued at $40 Billion After $1 Billion Funding Round
The prediction market platform secured $1 billion in new investment, nearly doubling rival Polymarket's valuation, though legal hurdles remain.
US Economy Grew 3.4% in Third Quarter, Fastest Pace in a Year
GDP expanded 3.4% in Q3, driven by strong consumer spending, even as many voters rate the economy poorly.
Big Tech's AI Data Center Spending Alarms Investors
Amazon joined rivals in announcing surging AI infrastructure investments, unsettling Wall Street as share prices falter.
Kimberly-Clark Closes $4.9 Billion Bond Sale Tied to Kenvue Deal
Kimberly-Clark has completed a $4.9 billion senior notes offering intended to finance its transaction involving Kenvue.
Weil Gotshal, Historic Law Firm, Plans to Dissolve
Weil Gotshal & Manges, once a dominant force in bankruptcy law, is planning to dissolve after nearly a century in operation.
Key Takeaways From Kevin Warsh's Federal Reserve News Conference
Kevin Warsh addressed reporters in a closely watched news conference. Here are the main points from his remarks.
Senate Candidates Stake Out Positions on Social Security Fix
With Social Security funds projected to run short by 2032, Senate candidates are offering positions—some of them unexpected—on how to address the shortfall.
Fed Holds Rates Steady, but December Hike Could Sting Borrowers
The Federal Reserve kept its benchmark rate unchanged, though a potential December increase may raise costs on credit cards, loans, and holiday spending.
Tech Stocks Rally Ahead of Major AI Spending Earnings Reports
Shares in big technology companies have climbed as investors prepare for earnings from AI-heavy firms like Google and Microsoft.
Federal Reserve Releases Latest FOMC Policy Statement
The Federal Reserve has issued its most recent Federal Open Market Committee statement, signaling the central bank's current stance on monetary policy.
Everspin Reports Record Q3 2026 Revenue but Stock Slides
Everspin Technologies posted its highest-ever quarterly revenue in Q3 2026, yet shares declined in after-hours trading following the earnings call.
High Mortgage Rates Force Would-Be Buyers to Keep Renting
Elevated mortgage rates are trapping renters in place, driving up competition and costs across the U.S. rental market.
American Airlines Raises Rewards Card Annual Fees for First Time Since 2018
American Airlines has increased annual fees on at least one of its major rewards credit cards, the first such hike in seven years.