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US stocks pulled back Thursday as investors assessed Walmart earnings and worried about Trump's tariffs and policy changes. The S&P 500 dropped 0.2%, the Dow Jones Industrial Average fell 0.4%, and the Nasdaq Composite backed off 0.1%. Walmart's downbeat 2025 outlook and Trump's planned 8% cut in military spending weighed on markets. Gold hit a fresh record high as investors sought safety amid geopolitical uncertainty.

Published on: February 20, 2025, 03:04 PM UTC

Castle Water, co-founded by Conservative Party treasurer Graham Edwards, has filed a winding-up petition against Pret A Manger for alleged unpaid bills below £1,500. Pret denies receiving correspondence from Castle Water and questions the validity of the debt.

Published on: February 17, 2025, 06:00 PM UTC

Cisco Systems shares jump 6.4% premarket on raised revenue forecast, strong cloud demand

Published on: February 13, 2025, 10:00 AM UTC

Paramount Gold and Silver Corp. (PZG) reported a loss of $2 million in its fiscal second quarter.

Published on: February 12, 2025, 11:06 PM UTC

US stocks rebounded on Monday as investors looked beyond President Trump's latest tariff threats, including new levies on steel and aluminum imports. The Dow Jones Industrial Average (^DJI) added nearly 0.4% after the blue-chip index on Friday booked its worst loss in nearly four weeks. The S&P 500 (^GSPC) rose roughly 0.6%, while the Nasdaq Composite (^IXIC) popped nearly 1% as shares of AI chip giant Nvidia (NVDA) surged 3%, along with other tech stocks.

Published on: February 11, 2025, 01:03 PM UTC

Rivian opens up orders for its commercial van beyond its initial launch partners, creating a potential lucrative business for the pure-play EV maker.

Published on: February 10, 2025, 06:01 PM UTC

VF Corp exceeds Q3 earnings estimates, bolstered by its focus on brand revitalization and cost-cutting measures.

Published on: January 29, 2025, 02:06 PM UTC

Rising costs of living, stagnant incomes, and increasing expenses are making it difficult for the middle class to afford essential goods and services within the next decade. These include retirement, private education, high-speed internet, personal fitness, specialized medical treatments, organic food, new gadgets, eco-friendly home upgrades, insurance, and homeownership.

Published on: January 26, 2025, 03:00 PM UTC

UK Finance Minister Rachel Reeves tells Reuters she will announce fresh budget measures if needed in March to meet her fiscal rules but it is important not to "rush" with just two months to go.

Published on: January 23, 2025, 01:07 PM UTC

Crypto prices fluctuate as Donald Trump takes office as president for a second time. Bitcoin (BTC-USD) hits record highs, surpassing $109,000 before falling below $101,000. Trump's speech fails to provide clarity on crypto policies. New Trump-themed meme coins (TRUMP, MELANIA) launch, attracting investor interest and raising regulatory concerns.

Published on: January 21, 2025, 02:02 AM UTC