August Line Expectations

Argentina's economic activity contracts less than expected in August

World - Yahoo News - October 23

Meta misses on user growth, warns of 2025 jump in AI spending

Meta reported weaker-than-expected user numbers and warned of a significant acceleration in its infrastructure expenses in 2025 in its third-quarter earnings.

Business - CNBC - October 30

Nevada results expected to be delayed as long lines of voters remain

NBC News' Steve Patterson reports from Reno as voters continue to wait in line to cast their ballots as the polls close in the state. Final results for the election could be delayed as some ...

Microsoft dips on weak guidance after beating on earnings

Microsoft reported better-than-expected results for the fiscal first quarter as Azure topped estimates. But quarterly growth guidance was light.

Business - CNBC - October 30

EPA officially cancels products containing pesticide pulled from the market in August

The Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) on Tuesday announced the formal cancellation of a pesticide linked to fetal damage three months after issuing an emergency order to pull it from the ...

Politics - The Hill - October 22

Weekly mortgage demand tanks 17%, after interest rates hit the highest level since August

Mortgage interest rates rose last week for the third straight week, hitting the highest level since August.

Business - CNBC - October 16

U.S. business inventories expand for fifth straight month in August, bolstering economic outlook

Business inventories rose 0.3% for the second straight month and for the fifth straight month overall in August, the Commerce Department said Thursday.

Business - MarketWatch - October 17

Sharp stock selloff in early August might be preview of coming events, IMF warns

Investor sentiment appears rosy, even in the face of elevated uncertainty, over the U.S. presidential election and wars around the world, the IMF said

Business - MarketWatch - October 22

Movie Review: The Washington family tells a ghost story in August Wilson’s “The Piano Lesson’

An heirloom piano takes on immense significance for one family in 1936 Pittsburgh in August Wilson’s “The Piano Lesson.”

Entertainment - ABC News - 6 days ago

Week 10 NFL rookie rankings: Ricky Pearsall scores first TD since being shot in August, cornerbacks thriving

Six rookies caught touchdown passes in the NFL this week

Sports - CBS Sports - 5 hours ago

While Europe frets, India expects

European foreboding about peace and stability in the world finds little echo in New Delhi

Business - Financial Times - October 14

Casabrews 5700PRO Review: Exceeding Expectations

This all-in-one espresso machine delivers on quality with minimal fuss.

Tech - Wired - October 16

Inheritance tax increases expected in Budget

It is not known how many people are likely to end up paying more under the government's plan.

Sources: Middleton expected to miss opener

Bucks star Khris Middleton, who is rehabbing from offseason ankle surgeries, is expected to miss Wednesday's season opener against the 76ers, sources told ESPN.

Sports - ESPN - October 21

WPP Returns to Growth, Beating Expectations

WPP reported a surprise rise in organic revenue for the third quarter, returning to growth after declines in previous quarters, as it benefited from higher spending among its bigger clients and a ...

Business - The Wall Street Journal - October 23

Bloomsbury to beat expectations on ‘romantasy’ boom

Publisher reports best-ever first half as sales of authors such as Sarah J Maas and JK Rowling continue to soar

Business - Financial Times - October 24

Bud Light Owner's U.S. Sales Bounce Back After Boycott

After over a year of seeing its American sales hammered by a boycott, Anheuser-Busch InBev said its U.S. sales had bounced back, helping the Bud Light owner partly outweigh big drops internationally.

Business - The Wall Street Journal - October 31

Here's the weather expected for Halloween night

Weather in the Northeast will be warmer than usual during Halloween, a change from what's usually a cold night for families who will be out trick-or-treating. CBS News' Lana Zak breaks down what's ...

What to expect on US election night

Don’t anticipate results tonight, but there will be some early indicators

World - Financial Times - November 5

FirstFT: Decision day in America

Also in today’s newsletter, Boeing workers vote to end strike and Ukraine encounters first North Korean troops on the battlefield

World - Financial Times - November 5

Grammy Awards 2025: List of nominees

The Recording Academy announced its nominees for the 67th Grammy Awards on Friday.

Athanasiou Expected to Be Placed on Waivers by Blackhawks

Chicago is expected to be making a change up front and sending Athanasiou down to the AHL.

Sports - Yahoo Sports - Yesterday

‘All the evil’: doctors in the line of fire in world’s forgotten war

Sudan’s brutal civil war is taking a devastating toll on the country’s health facilities

Business - Financial Times - October 30

Hospitals in firing line of forgotten war

Sudan’s brutal civil war is taking a devastating toll on the country’s health facilities

World - Financial Times - October 30

Affirm beats on top and bottom lines

Affirm beats on earnings and revenue in fiscal first quarter.

Business - CNBC - 4 days ago

When to book your holiday travel and what to expect

As another potential record-breaking holiday season is on the way, you may want to book those flight tickets early. Airfare tracking site Hopper says to expect prices to start climbing as soon as ...

Spring rain expected to hit Germany wine harvest

World - Yahoo News - October 14

Fins' McDaniel expects Tua to play again in 2024

Dolphins coach Mike McDaniel said he expects quarterback Tua Tagovailoa to play again this season, although he didn't have an exact date for his return.

Sports - ESPN - October 14

Victoria's Secret looks to revamp the runway with first fashion show since inclusivity rebrand

After a four-year hiatus, the wings, walks and women of the Victoria’s Secret Fashion Show will return Tuesday for the company’s 2024 show in New York City.

Louis Vuitton Owner LVMH Misses Revenue Expectations

The French luxury empire said the decline in revenue during the quarter was mainly due to lower growth in Japan.

Business - The Wall Street Journal - October 15

Holiday Sales Growth Expected to Normalize to Prepandemic Levels

Despite shoppers’ election-year concerns and worries about the economy, retail executives predict sales to increase as much as 3.5 percent over last year’s holiday season.

Business - The New York Times - October 15

Buffs expect Heisman contender Hunter to play

Heisman Trophy contender Travis Hunter, who suffered a shoulder injury in Saturday's loss, is expected to play in Colorado's game against Arizona on Saturday.

Sports - ESPN - October 15

Adidas Raises Guidance on Better-Than-Expected Results

The German sportswear company cited better-than-expected results for the third quarter and brand momentum.

Business - The Wall Street Journal - October 15

Why expectations are low for the EU-Gulf leaders’ summit

Also in this newsletter: Brussels calls on EU capitals to send aid to Lebanon

World - Financial Times - October 16

Jets expect Adams to play Sunday vs. Steelers

Davante Adams will likely make his debut for the Jets on Sunday night at Pittsburgh.

Sports - ESPN - October 16

Netflix third-quarter subscribers barely beat estimates as ad-tier members jump 35%

Netflix's ad-tier memberships jumped 35%. The company is on track to launch the service in Canada in the coming quarter and more broadly in 2025.

Business - CNBC - October 17

Merck KGaA Shares Jump on Expectations of AI Boost

The German company said booming artificial-intelligence demand would help its electronics sales grow faster than previously expected over the medium term.

Business - The Wall Street Journal - October 17

Dune: Messiah Might Arrive Sooner Than Expected

Following the release of Dune: Part Two earlier this year, director Denis Villeneuve suggested that he might take an extended break from the franchise before returning for a third film based on ...

Tech - GameSpot - October 18

US expected to pay up to $20bn into G7 loan for Ukraine

Washington’s contribution would follow months of wrangling to secure funding before presidential election

Business - Financial Times - October 18

What to expect from NFL Week 7

Week 7 of the NFL kicked off with a bang Tuesday after a pair of star receivers were traded to two teams vying for a spot in the postseason. Shanna McCarriston, NFL writer for CBS Sports.com, joins ...

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