Posts with tag: productivity
Oil steadies as OPEC+ mulls output delay, Ukraine drones hit Russian crude pumping station
Published on: February 18, 2025, 12:00 AM UTC
City law firm founded by Labour donor Ian Rosenblatt collapses into bankruptcy after a string of losses and a racism scandal
Published on: February 17, 2025, 06:00 PM UTC
Even in challenging times, the economy can prosper and the stock market can rise. Analysts often use the Latin phrase "ceteris paribus" (all else equal) to examine the effects of a variable while assuming that nothing else is changing. However, it's important to consider all potential developments, both positive and negative, to assess the true impact of events on earnings and stock prices.
Published on: February 17, 2025, 10:01 AM UTC
Rachel Reeves, the Shadow Chancellor, wants businesses to invest more in their workforce. However, she has also just imposed a £25bn tax raid that could lead to job losses and reduce investment. Some speculate that the tax raid is part of a plan to push companies to invest in technology and training, rather than rely on low-cost, low-skilled workers. However, there are concerns that this could disproportionately impact sectors like hospitality, which rely heavily on service and people.
Published on: February 15, 2025, 01:00 PM UTC
TreeHouse Foods, a private-label food company, reported flat revenue for Q4 2024, meeting estimates but missing on sales guidance for the upcoming year. Despite challenges, the company experienced improved margins and sales volume growth. However, analysts project flat revenue over the next 12 months, raising concerns about demand for its products.
Published on: February 14, 2025, 01:00 PM UTC
US stocks rose on Thursday after President Trump announced reciprocal tariffs but delayed their implementation. Investors also weighed another report showing inflation is rising again.
Published on: February 14, 2025, 12:02 PM UTC
Chinese stocks in Hong Kong rally on optimism over AI capabilities, with the Hang Seng China Enterprises Index hitting its highest since February 2022.
Published on: February 14, 2025, 09:00 AM UTC
Apple reportedly plans to launch its AI features in China by May.
Published on: February 14, 2025, 04:00 AM UTC
GameStop is exploring investing in cryptocurrencies, including bitcoin, sending shares up 10% after hours.
Published on: February 14, 2025, 01:01 AM UTC
West Pharmaceutical Services Inc. (WST) reported fourth-quarter profit of $130.1 million. The medical device company posted revenue of $748.8 million in the period, also surpassing Street forecasts.
Published on: February 13, 2025, 12:07 PM UTC