Secures Billion Loan

Who will be MLB's first $1 billion player?

Gunnar Henderson? Ethan Holliday? Or someone baseball fans haven't even heard of yet?

Yahoo Sports - 12h

PG&E Secures $15 Billion Loan From U.S. Energy Department

The loan, the biggest-ever commitment from the Loan Programs Office, is intended to fund the California utility’s grid and climate resiliency projects.

The New York Times - 16h

Databricks announces $10 billion financing at $62 billion valuation

The company's new valuation is up from $43 billion in 2023.

CNBC - 17h

Biden Administration Agrees to Record $15 Billion Loan to PG&E

The Energy Department loan would finance the California utility’s efforts to upgrade the power grid and reduce emissions.

The Wall Street Journal - 1d

Carlsberg Cleared to Proceed With $4.2 Billion Britvic Deal

Carlsberg announced plans in July to buy the U.K. soft drinks giant, in a move to develop its Nordic bottling business and strengthen its presence in Western Europe.

The Wall Street Journal - 1d

10 billion reasons Databricks will delay its IPO

With ample money available in private markets, Databricks, a specialist in data and artificial intelligence, is valued at $62 billion.

MarketWatch - 19h

Home equity loan vs. mortgage refinance: Which will be better in 2025?

Both have unique features for homeowners now. Here's how to determine which is better for you going into 2025.

CBS News - 1d

Why a nation of 1.45 billion wants more children

India, the world's most populous country, is seeing a debate about having more babies.

BBC News - 2d

The Hunt for the Assad Dynasty's Missing Billions Begins

The family stashed away its wealth over half a century of despotic rule. Human-rights lawyers are leading efforts to find the assets—and recover them for the Syrian people.

The Wall Street Journal - 3d

Home equity loan vs. reverse mortgage: Which will be better for 2025?

Both options offer homeowners unique access to home equity. Here's how to determine which will be better in 2025.

CBS News - 4d

Buy now, pay later company Affirm strikes $4 billion loan deal with private credit firm Sixth Street

Affirm Holdings is getting its largest-ever capital commitment with a new partnership from private credit firm Sixth Street.

CNBC - 4d

Software Firm ServiceTitan Hits $9 Billion Valuation

ServiceTitan’s shares opened at $40 more apiece than the IPO price.

Inc. - 5d

Ukraine war escalates as Biden sends $20bn loan before Trump presidency

Both sides scramble to put their forces in best position in preparation for expected change in US foreign policy. The grinding war between Ukraine and its Russian invaders has escalated ahead of ...

The Guardian - 6d

Zalando to Bid $1.3 Billion for About You

Zalando plans to submit an offer to buy About You in a move to expand its offering in the European e-commerce fashion market.

The Wall Street Journal - Dec. 11

'I wish I never got that loan': Small businesses say Covid loan repayments became a nightmare

Small-business owners say their Covid disaster loans were wrongly deemed delinquent or in default as a result of errors by the Small Business Administration.

NBC News - Dec. 10

US loans Ukraine $20B from seized Russian assets

The Treasury Department gave Ukraine a $20 billion loan funded by seized Russian assets Tuesday as part of a broader Group of Seven (G7) effort to boost the country's defense. The money will be ...

The Hill - Dec. 10

U.S. Transfers $20 Billion Loan to Ukraine Backed by Russian Assets

The economic lifeline ensures that Ukraine will have economic support after President-elect Donald J. Trump takes office.

The New York Times - Dec. 10

Car loan scandal victims told to complain to their lender

Aggrieved car buyers who feel they were mis-sold a loan should complain to their lender, MPs hear.

BBC News - Dec. 10

Students priced out of London as rents rise faster than loans

Pressure on government to take action over the ‘cost of learning crisis’ in the UK capital

Financial Times - Dec. 10

Should you open a home equity loan before the December Fed meeting?

Do you need to apply for a home equity loan before the Fed's December meeting? Here's what borrowers should do now.

CBS News - Dec. 9

Arthur J. Gallagher to Acquire AssuredPartners for $13.45 Billion

Arthur J. Gallagher said that buying the insurance broker would expand its retail middle-market property and casualty focus across the U.S.

The Wall Street Journal - Dec. 9

Returns are an $890 billion problem for retailers

Holiday shopping is expected to reach record levels this year.

NBC News - Dec. 8

Retail returns: An $890 billion problem

As shopping reaches a peak in the weeks ahead, retailers expect their return rate for the holidays to be 17% higher, on average, than the annual rate.

CNBC - Dec. 7

Director claimed £50k Covid loan then closed firm

The Insolvency Service says there is no evidence the company had ever traded.

Yahoo Sports - Dec. 7

How to get a low home equity loan rate for 2025

Ready to borrow from your home equity? Here are three ways to get a low home equity loan rate for 2025.

CBS News - Dec. 6

Former national security officials urge caution on Gabbard

A group of nearly 100 former national security officials urged the Senate to “carefully scrutinize” former Rep. Tulsi Gabbard (Hawaii), President-elect Trump’s nominee to serve as director of ...

The Hill - Dec. 6

The A’s Near Agreement for $1.75 Billion Las Vegas Stadium

A groundbreaking on the new A’s stadium is likely by the 2028 season.

Inc. - Dec. 6

Australia boosts loan for rare-earths refinery in bid to break China’s dominance

Government increases backing for Iluka Resources to build country’s first processing facility for rare earths

Financial Times - Dec. 6

UnitedHealth Shooting Is a Wake-Up Call on Corporate Security

People who advise companies on security issues say threats against executives are rising.

The Wall Street Journal - Dec. 5

Relic of the Buddha loaned by China gets a warm welcome in Thailand

More than 2,000 people have taken part in a procession to escort a relic of the Buddha, lent by China, to a shrine in Bangkok to honor the birthday of Thai King Maha Vajiralongkorn and to celebrate ...

ABC News - Dec. 4

Why you should get a home equity loan for 2025

A home equity loan can be a smart financial tool for homeowners heading into 2025. Here's why.

CBS News - Dec. 4

Student loan borrowers may find bankruptcy harder under Trump

The Biden administration's more lenient policy toward student loan borrowers filing for bankruptcy may come to an end with the election of Donald Trump.

CNBC - Dec. 4

FIFA Secures $1 Billion Broadcast Deal With DAZN for Club World Cup

An agreement with the London-based streaming company DAZN came just a day before the draw for the inaugural event and after other networks balked at FIFA’s demands.

The New York Times - Dec. 4

Can you get a HELOC while on Social Security?

Wondering whether you can borrow money from your home equity if you're on Social Security? Here's what to know.

CBS News - Dec. 4

Billion-dollar future: Dodgers deferred pay at $1B

New contracts for Blake Snell and Tommy Edman increased the Dodgers' obligations for deferred payments to more than $1 billion owed to seven players from 2028-46.

ESPN - Dec. 3

Vivek Ramaswamy Calls Out Loans for Electric Vehicle Manufacturing

Ramaswamy will co-lead the planned Department of Government Efficiency along with Tesla CEO Elon Musk. One of the loans is for Rivian, a Tesla competitor.

Inc. - Dec. 3