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Honda, Nissan Confirm Merger Plans To Offset Chinese EV Competition: How Mitsubishi Factors In

Honda and Nissan confirmed their merger plans at a joint press conference on Monday and aim for a completion date of August 2026.

Financial Crime Weekly: Becton, Dickinson And Co. Pays $175 Million Penalty, Express Fails To Disclose CEO's Full Compensation

Becton, Dickinson and Co. pays a $175 million civil penalty and Express fails to disclose its former CEO's full compensation.

Rumble Stock Soars On $775 Million Investment From Tether: What To Know

Rumble Inc. (NASDAQ:RUM) shares are soaring in after-hours trading Friday after the company announced it has entered into a definitive agreement for a strategic investment of $775 mi

Billionaire John Paulson Bullish On Gold Miners, Including This Penny Stock

Billionaire hedge fund manager John Paulson appears to be bullish on gold miners as his fund Paulson & Co. holds several mining stocks.

'Sticky Inflation' Appears 'Less Stuck' After November Consumer Price Data, Expert Says

Economists are weighing in on November's cool PCE data and what it could mean for the Federal Reserve and markets heading into 2025.

Here's What The Latest Congressional AI Report Could Mean For Big Tech

The House Artificial Intelligence Task Force released a report on Tuesday with recommendations on how Congress can boost the development of AI while also protecting against potential risks of the technology.

Mission Produce Shares Grow After Strong Q4 Results: Details

Mission Produce reports its fourth-quarter results after Thursday's closing bell. Here's a look at the key figures from the quarter.

Scholastic Shares Fall On Worse-Than-Expected Q2 Results: Details

Scholastic reports its second-quarter results after Thursday's closing bell. Here's a look at the details of the report.

FedEx Stock Rallies On Better-Than-Expected Q2 EPS, Freight Spin-Off Announcement

FedEx reports its second-quarter results after Thursday's closing bell and announced the spin off of FedEx Freight.

'Mystery Drone' Sightings Spark Investigations, Politicians Respond: 'Shoot Them Down,' Trump Says

Mysterious drone sightings have been reported across New Jersey and other northeastern states since mid-November 2024, causing concern among residents and prompting investigations by authorities.

FedEx Braces For Q2 Earnings: 'One Of The Most Consequential Quarters In Years,' Analyst Says

FedEx is set to report its fiscal second-quarter results on Thursday after the closing bell and analysts are expecting a decline in earnings.

House Republicans Reject Spending Bill Under Pressure From Trump, Musk: Government Faces Shutdown

On Wednesday, House Republicans rejected Speaker Mike Johnson's proposed spending bill that would have extended federal funding until March 14 and avert a government shutdown.

'Santa Came Early' But Fed Brings 'Coal Next Year': Experts Weigh In On Interest Rate Cut, 2025 Projections

The Fed now projects only two additional 0.25% rate cuts in 2025, a meaningful revision from the full percentage point of cuts expected in September. Markets reacted sharply lower following the Fed's decision.

Trump Administration Could Ban Amazon's Top-Selling Routers Linked To Chinese Cyberattacks: Report

According to a Wall Street Journal report, U.S. authorities are investigating Chinese router manufacturer TP-Link as a possible threat to national security after multiple cyberattacks have been linked to the company's popular routers.

Ukraine Kills Senior Russian General In Moscow Attack

Ukraine conducted an operation in Moscow which targeted and killed Lt. Gen. Igor Kirillov, head of Russia's Radiological, Chemical and Biological Defense Troops.

Darden Restaurants Visitor Growth Outpaces Industry: What's Ahead For Q2 Earnings?

Darden Restaurants is set to report its second-quarter results on Thursday before the opening bell. Here's a look at what to expect.

Walmart Begins Program That Has Employees Wear Bodycams For Safety

According to a CNBC report, Walmart has started providing body cameras to some of its store-level employees across the U.S. as part of a pilot program testing the technology.

'Americans Bought Less But Paid More,' Says Peter Schiff: Experts Digest November Retail Sales Data

November's retail sales outpaced expectations, but some experts are pointing out that inflation may be partially responsible for the increase in retail sales data.

Jeff Bezos Prefers 'Messy' Meetings, Be Part Of The 'Sausage-Making' Process

Jeff Bezos says he likes meetings to be "messy" so that he can be part of the "sausage-making" process.

Nike Needs A Turnaround After Q2 Results Are Released This Week: Will New CEO 'Just Do It?'

Nike is set to report its second-quarter results after Thursday's closing bell. Analysts are weighing in with their forecasts.