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Oil prices settle higher but stay on track for a weekly loss
Oil futures finished higher for a third consecutive session on Thursday, but prices remained lower for the week on the back of strength in the U.S. dollar and the latest forecast from the ...November 14 - Business -
Trump AG pick Gaetz could be great for cannabis — but stock moves suggest confirmation is unlikely
If controversial Republican Matt Gaetz manages to win confirmation as attorney general, his tenure at the Justice Department is expected to be positive for the cannabis industry.November 14 - Business -
Hims & Hers’ stock tumbles on Amazon’s latest disruptive foray into healthcare
Amazon is now offering upfront pricing for virtual care for ailments such as men’s hair loss and ED.November 14 - Business -
Tesla should sell its stock after the big post-election run up, analyst says
Tesla should take advantage of its stock’s post-election surge to raise capital by selling shares, a Jefferies analyst says.November 14 - Business -
Biogen’s stock rises after E.U. regulator reverses negative view of Alzheimer’s drug
Biogen’s stock rose 1% Thursday, after Europe’s pharmaceutical regulator issued a positive opinion on the Alzheimer’s disease drug that the company developed with Japanese partner Eisai — reversing ...November 14 - Business -
General Mills is buying its fifth pet-food business. Here’s why it could fetch more growth.
From an estimated $150 billion of spending in 2024, the category is expected to mushroom up to roughly $200 billion by 2030, according to estimates from Bloomberg Intelligence.November 14 - Business -
Surging diabetes rate underscores vast opportunity in weight-loss drugs
The number of adults diagnosed with diabetes has more than quadrupled since 1990 and now stands above 800 million, according to new data released in The Lancet on World Diabetes Day.November 14 - Business -
Advance Auto Parts to exit Western U.S. as it closes more than 700 locations
Auto-parts retailer will focus on its strongest markets in the eastern part of the country.November 14 - Business -
Here’s why the FBI seized Polymarket founder’s phone
The Federal Bureau of Investigation seized the phone of Polymarket founder and CEO Shayne Coplan Wednesday, setting off a wave of complaint from crypto boosters who say the raid was politically ...November 14 - Business -
Will Super Micro get booted from the S&P 500? That may come before a delisting.
Super Micro shares are down more than 80% since the company joined the S&P 500 in March. That poor performance could catch the eye of the index committee, an expert said.November 14 - Business -
Off-price retailers could thrive, BofA says, citing this bullish data point
BofA analysts reiterated buy ratings on Burlington Stores Inc., Ross Stores Inc. and TJX Cos. Thursday, ahead of the discount retailers’ coming third-quarter earnings, and said they expect all ...November 14 - Business -
Why one economist says Elon Musk could hold the key to lower mortgage rates
One way the government can address high mortgage rates is to rein in the federal deficit, says the chief economist for the National Association of Realtors.November 14 - Business -
Disney’s stock surges as streaming profits grow and film releases shine
“Inside Out 2” and “Deadpool & Wolverine” were big winners for Disney in the latest quarter.November 14 - Business -
‘DJT’ stock flattens out as investors take in Trump’s cabinet moves
There’s been strong volume for the closely watched Trump Media & Technology stock, but no big pops after Election Day.November 14 - Business -
Wholesale prices rise again, PPI shows, due to stubborn pockets of inflation
U.S. wholesale prices rose a bit faster in October and suggested the battle by the Federal Reserve to reduce inflation to low prepandemic levels may go on a while.November 14 - Business -
Intuitive Machines’ stock skyrockets as third-quarter revenue more than triples and NASA fuels record backlog
The Houston-based company made history earlier this year when its Odysseus lander became the first commercial lander to successfully land on the moon’s surface.November 14 - Business -
Here’s how tariffs can be implemented without rocking markets, Trump-friendly strategist says
A senior hedge-fund strategist argues the Trump administration can have its tariff cake and eat it too.November 14 - Business -
This biotech’s stock could double if its treatment for major depressive disorder succeeds, says Mizuho
Mizuho reiterated its bullish stance on biotech Neumora Therapeutics Inc. on Wednesday, and predicted a positive outcome when the company reports data from a late-stage trial of its treatment for ...November 14 - Business -
Burberry shares soar 20% as new CEO pledges focus on fashion brands’ heritage
Shares in Burberry jumped by a fifth after the British fashion brand’s new boss pledged to “act with urgency to course correct” the company after it swung to a first-half loss.November 14 - Business -
Trump’s ‘drill, baby, drill’ pledge may be a win-win for drivers and oil producers alike
President-elect Donald Trump’s pro-energy policies don’t seem all that supportive for the oil market — at first glance.November 14 - Business -
It’s not just election betting: Why one expert thinks prediction markets will become bigger than stocks
Event contracts give markets a way to price in an uncertain future, says Interactive Brokers founder Thomas Peterffy.November 14 - Business -
Foxconn reiterates forecasts after record profits
Taiwanese contract manufacturer Foxconn on Thursday said it was reiterating its outlook but with better visibility after record earnings and profit.November 14 - Business -
Singer Chynna Phillips says she’s living apart from husband Billy Baldwin—derailing plans to sell $3.9M Santa Barbara home
The couple are trying a new arrangement: each living in a different home to see if absence really does make the heart grow fonder.November 14 - Business -
ASML shares rise as chip-equipment maker confirms 2030 outlook
ASML Holding on Thursday reiterated its 2030 targets, a move that relieved investors after a profit warning last month.November 14 - Business -
These teachers, firefighters, and other government workers are missing out on Social Security. This House-passed bill could help.
Millions of public-sector workers are affected by the Windfall Elimination Provision and Government Pension Offset.November 14 - Business -
Dow shrugs off new inflation data. Bond yields suggest it’s ‘top of mind’ for 2025.
The U.S. election has sharpened investors’ focus on inflation as they weighed the latest CPI data.November 13 - Business -
Vanguard Group increases GameStop position, surpassing CEO Ryan Cohen’s stake
The asset-management giant has grown its stake in videogame retailer and original meme stock.November 13 - Business -
Where crypto ETFs can go next during a second Trump term
A weekly look at the most important news and moves in crypto, and what’s on the horizon in digital assets.November 13 - Business -
Klarna IPO emerges as fintechs gain traction and bankers signal more interest in stock debuts
The buy-now-pay-later company aims to tap into a revival of interest in stocks like Affirm and SoFi.November 13 - Business -
10-, 30-year Treasury yields end at 4-month highs as investors weigh inflation risks
Yields on U.S. government debt finished mixed on Wednesday as traders weighed rising expectations for a quarter-point rate cut by the Federal Reserve in December against the potentially ...November 13 - Business -
Oil prices end higher after tapping a 2-week low
Oil futures finished higher on Wednesday as traders weighed prospects for energy demand, U.S. production, and oil and gas drillers under the incoming administration of President-elect Donald Trump.November 13 - Business -
As bitcoin trades above $90,000, is now the time to buy?
Bitcoin reached an all-time high above $89,000 on Monday, amid enthusiasm that digital assets may face a more friendly regulatory environment after Donald Trump, who is considered pro-crypto, won ...November 13 - Business -
Rivian’s stock soars as joint venture with Volkswagen is upsized to $5.8 billion
Rivian Automotive Inc. and Volkswagen have launched their upsized joint venture, joining forces with the goal of creating “cutting-edge” electric-vehicle technology.November 13 - Business -
Americans spend $300 billion a year on gift cards. Why some experts say they should stop.
“Gift cards are a good idea for everybody but the person who receives them.”November 13 - Business -
Trump tariffs loom over retail earnings as Home Depot points to ‘industry-wide impact’
Home Depot Inc.’s third-quarter results this week gave a glimpse into the looming issue of tariffs for major U.S. retailers.November 13 - Business -
Spirit Airlines warns its equity would be wiped out if it reaches bankruptcy deal with its creditors
Spirit Airlines Inc.’s stock cratered 55% Wednesday, on track for its biggest-ever one-day decline, after the company warned that its equity would be wiped out as part of a restructuring deal that ...November 13 - Business -
Can my son live in my home permanently after my death? Or will he have to share it with his siblings?
A trust has many options, but you have to make some hard decisions firstNovember 13 - Business -
Will bitcoin keep going up? 3 warning signs it could start dropping soon.
Bitcoin’s rally may still have room to run, but the cryptocurrency is likely to face a major pullback in the coming days if history repeats itself, according to analysts at Glassnode.November 13 - Business -
Merger activity is down 40% from its peak. Citigroup CEO Jane Fraser sees a ‘big unlock’ ahead.
The future could see more megamergers, middle-market deals and initial public offerings.November 13 - Business -
Rocket Lab stock soars amid strong momentum for the space-launch company’s Electron rocket
Shares of Rocket Lab USA Inc. are up 23.7% in premarket trades after the space-launch company highlighted strong demand for its Electron rocket during its third-quarter results Tuesday.November 13 - Business