REA Group, owned by media mogul Rupert Murdoch’s News Corp, has announced that it is exploring the possibility of making a takeover offer for U.K. property portal Rightmove. This move is part of the company’s strategy to create a global digital real estate business. Shares of Rightmove surged 25% in early trading after the announcement,
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As British fund manager abdrn predicts a soft landing for the U.S. economy, concerns about a prolonged slowdown in 2025 linger. Kenneth Akintewe, the company’s head of Asian sovereign debt, raised doubts about the accuracy of economic indicators and the Federal Reserve’s decision-making process. He highlighted the revision of non-farm payroll numbers, revealing a weaker
China’s video game industry has taken a significant leap forward with the release of Black Myth: Wukong, a top-tier action game set in mythological China. The game shattered world records by selling over 10 million units within just three days of its launch, signaling a new era for Chinese-developed AAA games. This groundbreaking success has
The recent post-earnings decline of tech behemoth Nvidia has brought about a lot of discussion within the CNBC Investing Club with Jim Cramer. Despite handily beating estimates on the top and bottom lines, the company’s inability to meet analysts’ lofty estimates for the full-year outlook on gross margins has raised some concerns. Jim Cramer referred
In the midst of economic turmoil, the restaurant industry has been hit particularly hard. The year 2024 has seen a surge in bankruptcy filings among notable restaurant chains, signaling broader struggles within the corporate sector. With at least 10 restaurant chains seeking bankruptcy protection this year, the impact of the ongoing pandemic, rising labor costs,
As the Federal Reserve considers cutting interest rates, there is a growing concern among financial experts about the future of the U.S. economy. While some fear a potential recession, others are optimistic that the central bank can navigate the situation effectively and achieve a “soft landing.” This uncertainty is particularly worrisome for individuals who are
Investors looking for dividend-paying stocks may find attractive opportunities in the current market environment. With the Federal Reserve expected to cut interest rates soon, dividend yields on stocks may become more appealing compared to other income-generating assets like bonds. However, the challenge lies in selecting the right dividend stocks from the vast universe of companies.
Employers have taken a proactive approach towards increasing workers’ 401(k) plan savings by implementing automated strategies. However, recent research has shed light on the actual impact of these initiatives, revealing a more nuanced perspective than previously presumed. Factors such as employees cashing out their 401(k) balances upon leaving a job have been identified as significant
American Eagle’s performance in the second quarter of the fiscal year showed a mixed bag of results. While the company missed Wall Street’s sales targets for the second consecutive quarter, profit saw a substantial growth of almost 60%. The company reported a net income of $77.3 million, or 39 cents per share, compared to $48.6
Marvell Technology saw a significant increase in its stock price after hours following the release of better-than-expected revenue in the latest quarter. This surge in performance comes as a welcome development for the company, which had previously experienced an 18% drop from its March high. The VanEck Semiconductor ETF (SMH) has also seen fluctuations, currently