Levi’s had a good holiday season. But here’s why it’s forecasting falling sales in 2025.
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WH Smith High Street sales fall amid talks to sell stores
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The College Football Season Just Wrapped. Here’s What 2025 Could Bring.
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Bitcoin has ‘nothing to do’ with DeepSeek. Here’s why its price tumbled anyway.
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Credit card bills are coming due after a record holiday shopping season
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Why Chelsea arrival Girma is so good - Asante
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Postecoglou unsure on future - but why do many Spurs fans blame Levy?
Tottenham are on a seven-match winless run in the Premier League but it is chairman Daniel Levy - not manager Ange Postecoglou - that is bearing the brunt of supporters' anger.BBC News - 3d -
Travel 2025: The Forecast on Pricing is Mixed
Domestic airfares are on the rise, economy hotels are holding steady and cruise lines are favoring booking incentives over price cuts.The New York Times - Jan. 22 -
Mortgage rates aren't likely to fall any time soon — here’s why
Mortgage rates have more than doubled from recent lows in 2021. They're not poised to fall much any time soon, economists said.CNBC - Jan. 21 -
Does a Strong Holiday Shopping Season Mean a Better Year Ahead?
Consumers spent more than expected over the holidays on clothes and electronics. But the retail economy is still a mixed bag.The New York Times - Jan. 20 -
Here’s why TikTok probably won’t go away for good, despite political uncertainty
Trump has expressed interest in a joint venture that could keep TikTok operational over the long haul. For now, the app is back online.MarketWatch - Jan. 19 -
Why Britain's Draper had to retire injured again
As Jack Draper retires from his Australian Open fourth-round match, BBC Sport analyses the key questions around his injury issues.Yahoo Sports - Jan. 19 -
Here's what it will take for Apple to get out of its 2025 funk
Evercore ISI said China may be a "key wildcard" for Apple during the company's upcoming fiscal Q1 release on Jan. 30.CNBC - Jan. 17 -
U.S. economy poised to lead the global pack in 2025, IMF says. Here’s why.
The U.S. economy has separated itself from the global pack — and its lead could widen in the new year.MarketWatch - Jan. 17 -
USMNT's John Tolkin taking big risk in Bundesliga move: Here's why it's one USA soccer player had to take
The defender, with four caps for the USMNT, will be trying to help the German club stay upCBS Sports - Jan. 16 -
Target says its holiday sales were better than expected — but its profits weren't
The big-box retailer's report indicates that deals and promotional events motivated shoppers.CNBC - Jan. 16 -
Target’s holiday sales show a rebound from third-quarter doldrums
Target raised guidance for a key metric in an update on its holiday sales after achieving records for both Black Friday and Cyber Monday promotional events.MarketWatch - Jan. 16 -
Retail sales point to a robust holiday shopping season. U.S. economy starts off 2025 with some momentum.
Retail sales rose at a solid pace in the final month of 2024, capping off a good holiday shopping season and suggesting the economy entered the new year with some momentum.MarketWatch - Jan. 16 -
These veteran NFL wide receivers had down fantasy football seasons — will it continue in 2025?
Fantasy football analyst Scott Pianowski examines some of the down seasons experienced by key vet WRs in 2024.Yahoo Sports - Jan. 15 -
Fantasy Baseball is here for the 2025 MLB season: See what's new and sign up to play now!
Yahoo Fantasy Baseball is open for the 2025 season. Here's everything you need to know.Yahoo Sports - Jan. 15 -
New address, same issues: Why John Calipari's spiraling debut season at Arkansas mirrors his fall from favor at Kentucky
Arkansas is still searching for its first SEC victory under Calipari and finds itself in jeopardy of missing the NCAA tournament this March.Yahoo Sports - Jan. 15 -
Moderna stock plunges nearly 17% after company lowers 2025 sales forecast by $1 billion
Moderna now expects 2025 revenue to come in between $1.5 billion and $2.5 billion, most of which will come in the second half of the year.CNBC - Jan. 13 -
The Rams Had an Improbable Season. Then Disaster Struck Their City.
In the playoffs, Los Angeles is playing for “everybody affected by the fires.”The New York Times - Jan. 13 -
U.S. stocks are falling. Here’s why Goldman says to stay invested in 2025.
Here’s why it worth staying invested in the U.S. stock market despite the recent rout and higher bond yields, according to Goldman Sachs Group’s wealth-management businessMarketWatch - Jan. 13 -
What's the CD interest rate forecast for 2025?
Planning to open a CD account? It may help to know where experts say CD rates could head this year.CBS News - Jan. 13 -
Lululemon’s stock jumps as strong holiday sales show demand is improving
Lululemon’s stock rallies toward a 10-month high after guidance for profit, revenue and gross margin were raised.MarketWatch - Jan. 13 -
Nordstrom raises sales outlook after holiday season was better than feared
CEO Erik Nordstrom credited the company's "efforts to remain competitive in the promotional environment and the strength of our offering."CNBC - Jan. 11 -
Global 2025 Growth Forecast at Modest 2.8 Percent
An annual United Nations report said the economic year ahead will feature stable, but subpar expansion.Inc. - Jan. 10 -
Micron’s stock leads the S&P 500 for 2025. Here’s why more gains could follow.
An analyst sees big upside ahead, fueled by rapid growth in high-bandwidth memory for AI.MarketWatch - Jan. 9 -
From Japan to St. Lucia, here's where airfare is falling in 2025
International airfare from the U.S. is trending lower this year while domestic fares are up.CNBC - Jan. 9 -
As Art Sales Fall, Christie’s and Sotheby’s Pivot to Luxury
With both supply and demand for big-ticket art in a slump, Sotheby’s and Christie’s are making major bets on selling handbags, classic cars and niche experiences.The New York Times - Jan. 9 -
After leaving the U.S., Richard Gere dives into holiday season in Spain with family
The Hollywood legend has wasted no time in enjoying his new life in Spain, taking full advantage of the holiday season to explore the surrounding areas of his Madrid abode.MarketWatch - Jan. 9 -
Costco’s holiday-season sales jump was not just about food, analyst says
Costco Wholesale Corp. on Wednesday reported a 9.9% year-over-year sales gain through the final stretch of the holiday-shopping season, marked by a big jump in online sales.MarketWatch - Jan. 8 -
Why are gen Z shunning ‘hustle’ culture in favour of long-term jobs? Here are three good reasons | Oli Mould
Unlike previous generations of workers, young people are prioritising stability over chaos and community over churn. For decades, we’ve been told that the modern workplace is a playground of ...The Guardian - Jan. 8 -
How soon can you file your 2024 income-tax return? Here’s your 2025 tax-season road map.
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What to expect in 2025 if economist forecasts are as bad as usual
Nobody has a crystal ball, and that’s demonstrated every year when Wall Street’s professionals hazard a guess on what to expect for the following year.MarketWatch - Jan. 4 -
Meta Deleted Its Controversial AI Profiles. Here’s Why.
Meta still has plans to use AI to drive engagement on its platforms, though.Inc. - Jan. 3 -
18 questions as the PGA Tour begins its 2025 season
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Here’s the Reason U.S. Auto Sales Could Accelerate in 2025
Reduced inventories of cars amid enduring supply chain limitations are finally expanding again, lowering prices for buyers, and fueling sales growth for dealers.Inc. - Jan. 2
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