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Building an Efficient Retirement Portfolio: Managing Risk and Returns

Listen to David Blanchett, the head of retirement research at PGIM DC Solutions, discuss building an efficient portfolio to save for retirement. Learn how target-date funds, diversification, and tax strategies play a role in retirement investing.

Starbucks Strives for Comeback in Q1 Fiscal Year 2025

Starbucks reports mixed Q1 results, beating expectations but facing ongoing challenges. Same-store sales and foot traffic declined, while earnings per share surpassed estimates. The company plans to revamp its menu, improve mobile orders, and focus on core coffee products in its "Back to Starbucks" strategy.

White House Funding Freeze: Confusion and Legal Challenges

The White House's surprise order to freeze vast swaths of government spending caused confusion and concern. Some programs, like Medicaid and Head Start, experienced temporary disruptions. A federal judge blocked the funding halt. The White House says the freeze is legal, but critics argue it's an unlawful test of presidential power.

Activist Investor D.E. Shaw Builds Position in Riot Platforms

Activist investor D.E. Shaw has acquired a stake in Riot Platforms and may advocate for changes at the cryptocurrency mining company, joining Starboard Value as the second such shareholder to do so.

Progressive Q4 Profit Soars 19% on Strong Auto Insurance Demand

Progressive Corp. reported a 19% rise in fourth-quarter profit driven by strong demand for personal auto insurance. Net income rose to $2.36 billion, or $4.01 per share, compared with $1.99 billion, or $3.37 per share, a year ago.

1-800-FLOWERS (FLWS) Earnings Preview: Revenue Decline, EPS Growth Expected

Ahead of earnings, analysts predict a 2.4% year-over-year revenue decline to $802.5 million for 1-800-FLOWERS (FLWS), alongside adjusted earnings per share of $1.19.

Intel Q4 Earnings Preview

Intel (INTC) Q4 earnings preview: Analysts expect a 10.4% year-over-year revenue decline to $13.8 billion, with adjusted earnings of $0.12 per share.

Ghana Restructures $2.7 Billion in Loans with 60 Banks

Ghana negotiates with 60 banks to restructure $2.7 billion in loans as part of its $3 billion IMF program, having already restructured eurobonds, bilateral loans, and domestic debt.

KKR Buys Stake in Henry Schein, Eyes Operational Improvements

KKR takes a 12% stake in Henry Schein, the world's largest distributor of medical products, to improve operations and create shareholder value.

Frontier Rekindles Pursuit of Spirit With New Merger Offer

Frontier Airlines parent company makes new offer to acquire Spirit Airlines, proposing debt and stock issuance as an alternative to Spirit's bankruptcy restructuring plan.