The current Powerball jackpot is close to reaching the top 10 largest prizes, with a value of $687 million for the upcoming drawing on March 20.
Investors will ask companies for data on indirect greenhouse gas emissions that the new U.S. financial disclosure rules exclude, according to the chair of the International Sustainability Standards Board (ISSB).
The 2024 Hyundai Santa Fe impresses with its off-road capabilities, powerful engine, quiet and relaxing on-road performance, spacious and premium interior, and distinctive and attractive design, making it a solid choice in the crossover SUV segment.
The cost of hiring a real estate agent may change due to policy changes that aim to increase price competition and lower commissions, potentially shifting the burden onto homebuyers.
Amazon's Big Spring Sale is set to launch with early deals available on a wide range of products, including smartphones, tablets, smart home devices, and more.
Consumer goods giant Unilever plans to cut 7,500 jobs and spin off its ice cream unit, including Ben & Jerry's, in an effort to reduce costs and simplify its portfolio of brands amidst high inflation and changing consumer preferences.
Ketamine, a dissociative anesthetic with hallucinogenic effects, is a legal medication used for various medical purposes, including as an anesthetic and for the treatment of depression, although its distribution in the U.S. is mostly illegal.
George Lucas has expressed his support for Disney and CEO Bob Iger in the company's ongoing proxy fight against activist investor Nelson Peltz, urging shareholders to vote for Disney's directors.
Unilever plans to spin off its ice cream brands, including Ben & Jerry's, as it focuses on superior brands with strong positions in attractive categories.
Investors are showing less enthusiasm for Nvidia's latest A.I. vision despite the company's introduction of a new high-speed processor at its developer conference, causing a drop in stock prices.
United Airlines flight bound for Japan was grounded due to a mechanical issue with the plane, marking at least the 10th incident involving the airline in the past two weeks.
George Lucas, the creator of Star Wars, has expressed his support for Disney's board and CEO Bob Iger, urging shareholders to reject bids by activist investor groups to take seats on the media company's board.
Bitcoin (BTC) experienced a short-lived crash to $8,900 on BitMEX due to selling by a large holder, causing over $440 million in liquidations for crypto futures traders and leading to expectations of a slide to $55,000 in the short term.
The National Association of Realtors will pay $418 million in damages and scrap the policy requiring agents to advertise a commission rate, which is expected to benefit sellers by allowing them to keep the buyer’s agent fee, but could lead to lower commissions, potential savings for buyers, and reduced profits for agents, potentially resulting in a mass exodus from the industry.
Former Secret Service agent provides valuable advice on how to effectively read people.
China's Evergrande, already in liquidation, now faces accusations of inflating revenue by $78 billion in 2019 and 2020, with the founder fined and banned from the securities market for life, suggesting a warning to other defaulting developers amidst China's property crisis.
Tesla CEO Elon Musk defends his ketamine prescription, stating that it helps him manage a "negative chemical state" similar to depression, and argues that investors should not worry about his drug use as long as his companies continue to perform.
China's troubled property developer Evergrande and its founder, Hui Ka Yan, have been fined for fraudulently inflating revenues by $78 billion before missing debt repayment deadlines, with Evergrande being fined around $580 million and Hui being banned from China's markets for life.
A record number of wealthy Americans are seeking citizenship abroad, with Portugal's "golden visa" program being the most popular option, as they look for an "ultimate insurance policy" against economic and political uncertainty, according to investment-migration consultancy Henley & Partners.
Realty Income's third-largest tenant, Dollar Tree, announced plans to close 1,000 locations, raising concerns about the sustainability of Realty Income's dividend; however, the closures represent less than 10% of Dollar Tree's total store count, and Realty Income has a long history of keeping its properties filled, making it a potentially attractive investment for passive income seekers.
A 23-year-old man from Texas is facing financial ruin after making reckless financial decisions, including overspending, accumulating debt, and refusing to work more than 15 hours a week to pay off his debts, highlighting the need for better financial literacy among young consumers.
The cost of hiring a real estate agent to buy or sell a home may soon change due to new policy changes that could increase price competition for agents' services and potentially lower costs for sellers, while homebuyers may face pressure to pay for their agent's commission out of pocket.
Chinese company Gotion Inc. has filed a lawsuit against Green Charter Township in Michigan after the township's board reversed an agreement crucial to the construction of Gotion's $2.4 billion electric vehicle battery plant, which was expected to create thousands of jobs; the company is seeking a preliminary injunction ordering the board to comply with the original agreement.
The National Association of Realtors will prohibit sellers' agents from compensating buyers' agents through the Multiple Listing Service (MLS), potentially ending the practice of home sellers paying commissions for both the seller's and the buyer's real estate agents and leading to changes in the home search process.
The 2024 Ford Ranger offers a more upright and American-looking design, with useful and thoughtful features in the bed, advanced technology in the cabin, and a punchy turbocharged engine, making it a comfortable and practical option in the midsize pickup truck segment.
Evergrande, a Chinese property developer, and its founder have been accused of inflating revenues by $78 billion, leading to the country's largest-ever financial fraud case, with the company being fined and the founder barred from the securities markets for life.
Nvidia had a remarkable year and one of its segments is expected to be the next catalyst, according to Fool.com contributor Parkev Tatevosian.
A Powerball ticket sold in Tampa matched five numbers, winning $2 million with the Power Play option, while the estimated jackpot now stands at $687 million.
Most Americans believe that a traditional pension is preferable to a modern 401(k) plan for achieving a secure retirement, despite the decline of pensions in recent decades due to cost and complexity.
The Federal Reserve is expected to keep interest rates steady in their upcoming meeting, but economists predict a possible rate cut in June due to higher inflation.
Dollar Tree plans to close around 1,000 stores due to poor market conditions and store performance, impacting Americans in rural and inner city areas who rely on budget prices, with experts suggesting inflation and online competition as contributing factors.
Images taken by miniature drones from inside the damaged reactor at the Fukushima nuclear plant show displaced control equipment and misshapen materials, highlighting the challenges of decommissioning the plant and the unknowns surrounding the location and condition of the highly radioactive melted nuclear fuel.
The Federal Reserve is expected to discuss a strategy for slowing the shrinking of its balance sheet, known as "quantitative tightening" or QT, as a tool to combat inflation and avoid market upheaval.
Palantir Technologies, a profitable and fast-growing data analysis company with a market cap of $53 billion, is likely to be added to the S&P 500 by the end of this year, which could further boost its already soaring stock.
The seven-day moving average of the Coinbase Premium indicator, which tracks the spread between bitcoin's prices on Coinbase and Binance, has turned negative, indicating weaker demand for bitcoin in the United States.
Alphabet stock, which has underperformed the tech-heavy Nasdaq Composite index this year, could experience a rebound due to its strong presence in online search, YouTube, and cloud computing, despite concerns about its advertising revenue and AI offerings.
The Japanese Yen weakened after the Bank of Japan raised interest rates for the first time since 2007 and scrapped the Yield Curve Control policy.
United Airlines CEO Scott Kirby has stated that a series of recent incidents, including panels falling off planes and jets losing wheels on takeoff, will prompt the airline to review its safety training for employees.
More than a million abortions were provided in the U.S. in 2023, the highest number in over a decade, despite restrictions and bans in some states.
Abortions in the United States have increased by 10% in 2023, reaching the highest rate in over a decade, despite bans implemented in several states since the federal right to abortion was revoked, with medication abortion becoming more common than ever before.
Micron is expected to exceed expectations and increase its guidance for Q2 2024, driven by strong pricing and shipment of high-margin memory, positioning the company to leverage the growing AI server retooling sector and potentially boost its stock performance.
Amazon's Big Spring Sale is launching on March 20 and will feature discounts on a wide range of products including tech, home goods, beauty products, and Amazon devices.
A proposed settlement to a lawsuit against the National Association of Realtors is expected to fundamentally change how people buy and sell homes in southern Nevada, disallowing home sellers from setting commission rates and putting the power in the hands of buyers to determine their agents' pay.
Nvidia unveiled its Blackwell platform, the world's most powerful chip, which is set to power a new era of computing, and announced expanding partnerships with industry leaders, including Amazon, Microsoft, and Google.
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Elon Musk revealed in a video interview that he uses ketamine to improve his mental health and combat depression.
Trader Joe's is recalling specific lots of their "50% Less Sodium Roasted & Salted Whole Cashews" due to salmonella concerns, impacting customers across 16 states, but no illnesses have been reported yet.
Exxon Mobil will not proceed with a major low-carbon hydrogen project unless the Biden administration provides tax incentives for natural gas-fed facilities, according to CEO Darren Woods, who argues that favoring "green" hydrogen over "blue" hydrogen would hinder overall emissions reduction efforts rather than focusing on technology neutrality.
NVIDIA has announced its next-generation platform, Blackwell, with chips that are up to 30 times faster and use 25 times less power than its previous H100 chips, making it the world's most powerful chip for AI applications.
Rideshare companies Uber and Lyft are considering leaving Minneapolis following the passage of an ordinance mandating pay increases for drivers, but several other rideshare companies are ready to fill the void if they do.
Reddit CEO Steve Huffman has faced criticism for his $193 million compensation package, with users questioning the high amount for a platform that doesn't pay moderators or users and has yet to turn a profit. Huffman defended his pay in a video Q&A, explaining that it is based on salary and stock, and is determined by the board based on his performance. The bulk of his compensation is in restricted stock units and stock options, some of which only vest if Reddit shares reach certain price targets in public market trading. Huffman's stake in Reddit is already worth about $200 million, and the company is targeting a $6.4 billion valuation for its upcoming IPO.