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Meta dodges ‘Big Tobacco’ nightmare with $18 billion settlement in child-safety lawsuit
The social-media giant’s agreement with state officials removes a cloud that was hanging over its stock, analysts say.
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Stocks Slightly Higher on Mixed US Economic News
The S&P 500 Index ($SPX) (SPY) is up by +0.04% today, the Dow Jones Industrial Average ($DOWI) (DIA) is up by +0.02%, and the Nasdaq 100 Index ($IUXX) (QQQ) is up by +0.01%. E-mini S&P futures (ESU26) are up +0.03%, and…
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States sue to block Trump-backed USPS mail-ballot rule after Supreme Court setback
The rule in question would require election officials to give USPS voter information and use federally reviewed, uniquely barcoded ballot envelopes.
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Meta settles social media addiction case with California, other states for $16.7 billion
Meta and a coalition of state attorneys general have settled a major federal case centering on allegations that the social media giant misrepresented the extent of child mental health harms caused by apps like Facebook …
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Lost in limbo: Where the Paramount merger delay leaves WBD, and what may come next
Paramount Skydance's acquisition of Warner Bros. Discovery is stalled due to an antitrust lawsuit, leaving WBD in limbo during a pivotal moment for media.
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Stocks Settle Higher as Lower Crude Prices Ease Inflation Risks
The S&P 500 Index ($SPX) (SPY) closed up by +0.32% on Tuesday, the Dow Jones Industrial Average ($DOWI) (DIA) closed up by +0.30%, and the Nasdaq 100 Index ($IUXX) (QQQ) closed up by +0.64%. E-mini S&P futures (ESU26) r…
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Wall Street’s massive bet against long-term bonds is a recipe for a painful bearish unwind, says Citadel Securities
Citadel Securities’ strategist Frank Flight says a bet that appears to be one-sided against long-term bonds could be setting up for a painful unwind.
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Two-thirds of parents don’t have this vital document they need in case of emergency
Sometimes, no matter how well you plan, unforeseen emergencies arise that exceed even the most well-cushioned of emergency funds. Catastrophic events like major medical expenses, the unexpected death of a family member,…
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Williams-Sonoma falls despite beating Q2 estimates
stock broke out of a trading range earlier this year to confirm its uptrend remains intact. The market reconfirmed the breakout following
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Meta, states discuss mid-trial settlement in teen addiction case
Meta Platforms (META) has agreed to pay as much as $16.68 billion and overhaul key features across Facebook and Instagram to resolve a landmark lawsuit brought by 29 U.S. states accusing the social media giant of delibe…
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Mortgage rates hit highest level in 3 weeks, weakening demand further
Mortgage interest rates moved even higher last week, causing demand for loans to weaken yet again.
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Does a 2% beneficiary inherit 100% if the 98% beneficiary dies in a car accident? Asking for a friend.
Moderna stock rallied, while Klarna and CoreWeave were among the week’s worst losers.
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‘It’s the ultimate regifting’: My mom gave me a house. Should I transfer it back to her to reduce capital gains?
Gifting money to your children or grandchildren is more than just a financial boost â itâs a chance to support them meaningfully and teach them about managing money.
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Burnham says rising energy prices are ‘difficult’ as typical annual bill rises to £1,723 from October – business live
Gas and electricity bills to rise by £60, or 4%, to highest level in three years, regulator Ofgem announces
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Williams-Sonoma earnings beat by $0.04, revenue topped estimates
Massive earnings miss. Hello Group Inc. (NASDAQ: MOMO) reported adjusted EPS of $0.24 for Q4 2025, missing the consensus estimate of $1.53 by 84.3%. The social entertainment platform’s results fell sharply short of Wall…
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Customers are fleeing TurboTax over price, and Intuit’s stock is sliding
Intuit, Inc. engages in the provision of business and financial management solutions. It operates through the following segments: Small Business and Self-Employed, Consumer, Credit Karma, and ProTax. The Small Business …
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Soybeans Extend Gains to Tuesday’s Close
Soybeans posted gains of 11 ½ to 14 cents across the board on Tuesday. The cmdtyView national average Cash Bean price was up 13 1/4 cents at $12.01. Soymeal futures were steady to $1.10 higher on the day, with Soy Oil b…
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Am I too old for Roth conversions? I’m 84 and my wife is 77. We have $8 million saved.
“We are reluctant to pay a financial adviser 2% of assets — roughly $160,000 per year.”
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HP partners with U.S.-blacklisted Huawei for licensing the Chinese company's WiFi tech
BEIJING — U.S.-based personal computing and printing firm HP has signed a multi-year global agreement for licensing certain WiFi patents from Chinese telecoms giant Huawei, the companies announced Wednesday.
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Trump's Saudi nuclear deal reaches Congress as experts warn of proliferation risk
President Donald Trump submitted a proposed agreement with Saudi Arabia on civil nuclear energy to Congress on Monday, starting a mandatory review period for a pact that would open the kingdom to U.S. nuclear technology.
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Iran and Oman prepare Hormuz deal as U.S. holds back on secondary sanctions
Iran and Oman are approaching a deal to secure safe transit through the Strait of Hormuz and future administration of the vital economic artery.
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Cattle Extend Losses to Tuesday, as Early Cash Business Falls
Live cattle futures were down 72 cents to $2.65 lower across most contracts on Tuesday. Cash trade picked up a few sales at $218 on Tuesday, down $7-8 from last week, with a few dressed sales of $345 in the north. Feede…
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AL Sydbank reports first-half profit of DKK 1.8bn
AL Sydbank’s half-year report shows that the positive trend from Q1 has been sustained and strengthened in several areas. Profit has improved, lending has increased and the amalgamation of the organisation is proceeding…
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Oil falls on easing concerns of renewed tensions as the U.S. pivots to economic pressure on Iran
Oil fell Wednesday, amid easing concerns about military conflict as the U.S. leans towards economic sanctions to pressure Iran.