Holiday Outlook Starts

Apple cautious on holiday outlook as it starts AI rollout

Shares fall despite solid earnings as analysts weigh impact of new ‘Apple Intelligence’ features

Business - Financial Times - November 1

Barbie boom fades at Mattel, but Hot Wheels — and adult collectors — are on an upswing

Mattel Inc. reported mixed third-quarter results, as a drop in demand for Barbie toys weighed on sales overall — but management said it expects a solid holiday season ahead and a toy-centric film ...

Business - MarketWatch - October 24

Walmart Earnings: Holiday Shopping Is Off to a Strong Start

The retailer said sales rose during the most recent quarter, propelled by shoppers buying groceries, home goods and toys—a sign that spending is off to a steady start this holiday season.

Business - The Wall Street Journal - Yesterday

Create the Perfect Christmas Cards With These Simple Rules

A good card takes some work, and there are a few basic rules to follow in order to make the process faster, easier and more efficient.

Lifestyle - The New York Times - Yesterday

Waters shares humble outlook on newfound Warriors starting role

Lindy Waters III didn't make a big deal out of his insertion into the Golden State Warriors' starting lineup.

Sports - Yahoo Sports - 11 hours ago

Xbox Console Holiday Deals: Series X On Sale Now, Series S Discount Starts Next Week

Still in the market for an Xbox Series X or the affordable Xbox Series S? Microsoft is offering $50 discounts on both consoles as part of its Black Friday promotion. These deals are available at ...

Tech - GameSpot - 6 days ago

29+ personalized holiday gifts

We rounded up 29+ personalized gifts for everyone on your list — including embroidered tote bags, customized photo puzzles, engraved jewelry and more.

Unilever Backs Outlook After Sales Growth

The consumer goods giant reiterated its full-year guidance after underlying sales grew more than expected in the third quarter as shoppers welcomed easing price hikes and began buying more of the ...

Business - The Wall Street Journal - October 24

Workers warned Budget tax rises will hit their wages

Economists say tax rises in the Budget will mean employers have less to give as pay rises.

ING Lifts Outlook After Profit Beat

ING raised its total income outlook for the year and said it would distribute up to $2.7 billion to shareholders after net profits topped expectations.

Business - The Wall Street Journal - October 31

STMicroelectronics Cuts Outlook Again on Continued Weak Demand

STMicroelectronics slashed its annual guidance for the third time this year after posting a slump in net profit and sales, as demand for chips in cars and industrial equipment remained weak.

Business - The Wall Street Journal - October 31

Smith & Nephew cuts outlook on China weakness

FTSE 100 medical manufacturer reports price pressures and worse-than-expected demand

World - Financial Times - October 31

Palantir shares surge on rosy revenue outlook

Palantir is seeing a pickup in artificial intelligence among its U.S. government client base.

Business - CNBC - November 4

Former Trump adviser on U.S. economic outlook

Former President Donald Trump has largely based his 2024 campaign on the economy. Former Trump chief economic adviser Gary Cohn joins CBS News to assess the former president's plans.

UniCredit Raises 2024 Outlook After Earnings Rise

UniCredit lifted its earnings guidance for the year after reporting a net profit increase that exceeded expectations.

Business - The Wall Street Journal - November 6

Siemens Energy Lifts Outlook on Power Demand Boom

Siemens Energy raised its midterm targets as the energy company bets on a boom in global power demand helped by rising electrification, industrial decarbonization and AI applications.

Business - The Wall Street Journal - November 13

Deutsche Telekom Lifts Outlook After Profit Beat

The telecoms group raised its full-year guidance for a key earnings metric after reporting higher net profit in the third quarter, citing continued growth momentum on both sides of the Atlantic.

Business - The Wall Street Journal - November 14

England’s universities regulator warns of worsening financial outlook

‘Bold’ action required to stop higher education institutions falling into insolvency, says Office for Students

World - Financial Times - 6 days ago

Aegon Lifts Outlook, Launches $158 Million Buyback

The financial services company raised its full-year guidance and said it expected to start buying back shares in January.

Business - The Wall Street Journal - 6 days ago

Apple upgrades Ireland’s credit rating outlook

Good craic

World - Financial Times - 5 days ago

Imperial Brands Upbeat on Outlook as Alternatives Continue to Grow

The tobacco manufacturer said it expected a strong fiscal 2025 on the back of continued revenue growth from tobacco alternatives such as vapes.

Business - The Wall Street Journal - 2 days ago

The best holiday gifts under $50

You don’t have to spend hundreds of dollars to find a great holiday gift. We rounded up tons of gifts under $50 from Patagonia, Parachute, Brightland and more.

The HTSI holiday gift guide 2024

What’s on the HTSI editors’ and contributors’ Christmas lists? We’ve got it covered

Business - Financial Times - November 8

Putting Some Sparkle Into Holiday Hair

Do-it-yourself kits and salon gift certificates are available to create what many call fairy hair.

Lifestyle - The New York Times - November 12

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