ChatGPT Introduces Ads for Free Users
OpenAI tests advertising as new revenue stream OpenAI has begun introducing advertisements to users of ChatGPT’s free version, marking a new phase in the company’s efforts to monetize its widely used artificial
Eli Lilly Acquires Orna to Expand Cancer Technology
Deal adds in-body cell engineering platform Eli Lilly announced an agreement to
U.S. Consumer Sentiment Hits Six-Month High
Improvement masks growing economic divide U.S. consumer sentiment climbed to its highest
Once Upon a Farm Pops in NYSE Debut
Shares jump after organic food maker goes public Once Upon a Farm
Alphabet Slides After Unveiling Massive AI Spending Plan
Capital expenditure outlook rattles investors Alphabet shares dropped as much as 5%
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AI Fears Extend Slide in U.S. Software Stocks
Investors reprice disruption risk across the sector U.S. software stocks declined again on Wednesday as investors reassessed whether rapid advances in artificial intelligence could erode the foundations of the enterprise software industry.
Gold and Silver Rebound After Historic Rout
Precious metals recover as investors reassess sell-off Gold and silver prices staged a sharp rebound on Tuesday following a historic collapse that rattled global markets and triggered widespread losses across mining stocks
Gold Rally Highlights Global Search for Safe Havens
Political uncertainty drives precious metals higher Gold prices have surged to unprecedented levels in recent weeks as investors seek protection from mounting geopolitical and economic uncertainty. The metal briefly broke above the
Japan bond shock spreads across global debt markets
Japan borrowing costs hit record levels A sharp rise in Japan’s borrowing costs sent shockwaves through global bond markets on Tuesday, highlighting growing investor sensitivity to fiscal pressures and heavy government debt.
S&P 500 slips as financials fall and AI stocks rebound
Wall Street retreats after intraday records U.S. stock markets closed mixed on Wednesday, with the S&P 500 and the Dow Jones Industrial Average ending lower after hitting intraday record highs earlier in
Trump files $5bn lawsuit against JPMorgan and Dimon
Lawsuit alleges political debanking U.S. President Donald Trump on Thursday filed a $5 billion lawsuit against JPMorgan Chase and its chief executive Jamie Dimon, accusing the bank of unlawfully closing several of
Natural gas prices jump as Arctic cold grips the U.S.
Energy markets react to extreme winter forecast Natural gas prices surged sharply on Wednesday as forecasts pointed to an intense
UK court backs regulator on cross-border card fee caps
Payments firms lose challenge against UK watchdog Mastercard, Visa and British fintech Revolut have lost a legal challenge against Britain’s
U.S. Holiday Retail Sales Rise as Shoppers Seek Deals
Spending grows despite tighter household budgets U.S. retail sales have climbed by roughly 4% so far this holiday season, reflecting
RBC boosts dividend as record results fuel global ambitions
Strong earnings power a higher payout for shareholders Royal Bank of Canada reported a record fourth quarter, prompting its board
AMD Shares Sink Despite Strong AI Demand Signals
CEO defends outlook after sharp market reaction Advanced Micro Devices shares fell sharply on Wednesday, dropping 17% in their worst session since May 2017, even as Chief Executive Lisa Su defended the
Apple beats expectations with strong iPhone growth
Revenue jumps 16% in fiscal first quarter Apple reported fiscal first-quarter earnings on Thursday that exceeded Wall Street expectations, with revenue rising 16% year over year. Shares edged higher in extended trading
Microsoft shares slide 10% after earnings miss
Stock posts steepest daily drop since 2020 Microsoft shares fell about 10% on Thursday after the company reported quarterly results that disappointed some investors, marking the stock’s sharpest one-day decline since March
Boeing revenue beats forecasts as turnaround gains pace
Higher deliveries drive fourth-quarter growth Boeing reported fourth-quarter revenue above Wall Street expectations, signaling momentum in the company’s recovery after years of operational and financial strain. The aircraft manufacturer generated $23.9 billion
Nvidia invests $2B in CoreWeave as AI build accelerates
Strategic stake boosts confidence in AI infrastructure Shares of CoreWeave climbed nearly 6% on Monday after Nvidia disclosed a $2 billion equity investment in the artificial intelligence infrastructure company. The move reinforces
Business
German police search Deutsche Bank offices
Money laundering investigation targets Frankfurt and Berlin German police carried out searches at Deutsche Bank offices in Frankfurt and Berlin on Wednesday as part
JPMorgan and BofA match $1,000 child savings plan
Major banks join government-backed pilot program JPMorgan Chase and Bank of America
UPS plans 30,000 more job cuts amid Amazon exit
Cost reductions tied to operational overhaul United Parcel Service announced Tuesday that
GM to move Buick SUV production from China to Kansas
Production shift driven by tariffs and policy pressure General Motors announced on
Stellantis CEO focuses on execution and U.S. market recovery
Stellantis CEO Antonio Filosa is pushing ahead with a sales turnaround plan
JPMorgan takes over Apple Card from Goldman Sachs
Deal reshapes Apple Card’s banking partnership JPMorgan Chase has reached an agreement
GM to book $7.1bn EV and China restructuring charges
Fourth-quarter writedowns tied to EV strategy reset General Motors said Thursday it
AWS CEO Downplays Prospects of Space-Based Data Centers
Cloud industry explores alternatives as AI strains infrastructure The head of Amazon’s cloud computing business said the idea of placing large-scale data centers in orbit remains far from feasible, despite growing interest
Former Google Engineer Convicted in AI Espionage Case
Landmark verdict tied to artificial intelligence trade secrets A federal jury in
ChatGPT to introduce ads for U.S. users
OpenAI tests advertising as a new revenue stream ChatGPT will begin displaying
Microsoft pledges to fund AI boom without burdening communities
Rising concern over energy costs and infrastructure As technology companies invest billions
China’s tech push fails to offset property slump
High-tech growth falls short of replacing real estate China’s strategy of expanding
Black Friday spending hits records but raises questions
Record sales mask mixed fundamentals Fresh data from Thanksgiving weekend shows American consumers spent at record levels, but analysts say the increase was driven more by inflation than excitement. Adobe Analytics reported
Do You Need a Robo-Advisor or a Human Advisor?
Robo-advisors: Efficient, affordable, and beginner-friendly Robo-advisors are automated digital platforms that build and manage investment portfolios based on your preferences and risk tolerance. According to Investor.gov, they offer a low-cost solution for
The 4% Rule: Still Relevant for Retirees?
How a Simple Formula Was Born In the early 1990s, financial planner William Bengen developed what is now known as the 4% withdrawal rule. He published his research in 1994, offering a
Why 401(k) savers are struggling in 2025
Inflation disrupts retirement planning More than half of American workers say inflation is the main reason they are struggling to build a retirement fund. According to Schwab’s 2025 survey, 57 percent of
Why More Americans Work Beyond 65
Reaching retirement age often brings uncertainty about finances and lifestyle. Yet a growing number of older Americans are choosing to keep working, either out of necessity or personal preference. Data shows that
Bank of England Holds Rates as Dissent Signals Cuts Ahead
Narrow vote highlights growing policy division The Bank of England left its benchmark interest rate unchanged at 3.75% at its first monetary policy meeting of 2026, opting for caution amid mixed signals
Carney warns of global rupture as old order fades
Davos speech signals shift in global power dynamics Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney delivered a stark assessment of the global
Yen volatility fuels intervention speculation
Sharp moves spark talk of official action The Japanese yen saw erratic trading on Friday after two abrupt surges triggered
UK economy beats forecasts with solid November growth
Stronger than expected rebound after October contraction The UK economy expanded by 0.3% in November, outperforming market expectations and marking
US banks close strong quarter as loan demand rises
Loan growth lifts profits at major lenders Major U.S. banks reported stronger profits in the fourth quarter, supported by rising
