Slovakia is currently in the midst of a crucial presidential election, with Prime Minister Robert Fico’s influence looming large over the proceedings. The election, which is taking place in two rounds, has the potential to shape the country’s future in significant ways. Fico’s ally, Peter Pellegrini, is a frontrunner in the race to succeed President
Greencore Group, an Ireland-based manufacturer of convenience foods, has been facing significant challenges in recent years. The company, which supplies chilled, frozen, and ambient foods to retail and food service customers in the United Kingdom, has seen a sharp decline in its stock price and operating performance since the onset of the Covid-19 pandemic. Despite
Gray divorce, referring to the separation of couples aged 50 and older, is on the rise. The rate of gray divorce has doubled from 1990 to 2019, with a threefold increase among adults over age 65. This trend contrasts with declining divorce rates among younger adults, highlighting a significant societal shift. A study published in
The demand for weight loss drugs, particularly GLP-1s, in the United States is on the rise despite limited insurance coverage and high price tags. A recent survey conducted by Evercore ISI shed light on the willingness of patients to pay out of pocket for these treatments, revealing a stark income divide. Participants with annual incomes
In Tokyo, the government has been hosting matchmaking events for years in hopes of reversing the decline in marriages and births. These events have involved activities such as parties, dating advice, and fashion tips. However, the city is now taking a new approach by introducing an artificial intelligence (AI)-powered dating app. This app is set
Recent developments in the financial world have revealed that Gregory Stone, the Chief Ocean Scientist at TMC the Metals Co Inc. (NASDAQ:TMC), has engaged in insider trading activity by selling a significant number of company shares. This move, as disclosed in a Form 4 filing with the Securities and Exchange Commission, has raised questions about
The S&P 500 closed the week with minimal changes, but it saw its most significant weekly percentage gain in a while after the Federal Reserve decided to stick with projections for three interest rate cuts by the end of the year. This decision by the Fed has created a sense of optimism in the market,
Rahul D. Ballal, a director at Enliven Therapeutics, Inc. (NASDAQ:ELVN), recently made headlines in the market by selling 13,278 shares of the company’s common stock. This transaction took place on March 20, 2024, with Ballal disposing of the shares at prices ranging from $19.005 to $19.405, resulting in a total sale amount of approximately $254,462.
Nike, the popular sneaker brand, fell 7% in midday trading following a soft outlook for the full year and reports of slowing sales in China. Despite beating expectations on both the top and bottom lines in its latest quarter, the company’s stock took a hit as investors reacted to the news. Athleisure company Lululemon saw
George Lucas’ Star Wars: Episode I – The Phantom Menace is set to receive a 25th-anniversary re-release by Disney on May 3, coinciding with the celebration of Star Wars day on May the 4th. This re-release will bring back memories for fans of the iconic franchise and provide an opportunity for new generations to experience
Consumer Portfolio Services, Inc. (NASDAQ:CPSS) recently finalized a $50 million securitization deal involving residual interests from its previous securitizations. The company sold asset-backed notes to a qualified institutional buyer, with the notes secured by an 80% interest in a CPS affiliate. This affiliate holds residual interests in five CPS securitizations issued between January 2022 and
Stellantis, the automaker formed through the merger of Fiat Chrysler and PSA Groupe, is facing challenging market conditions that have led to the decision to lay off approximately 400 salaried employees in the U.S. The layoffs will affect employees in the engineering, technology, and software units, representing about 2% of the total workforce in those
The Justice Department’s top antitrust official recently stated that Apple shareholders should push the company to “compete on the merits.” This call for fair competition comes in the wake of a lawsuit filed by the government against Apple for alleged anticompetitive practices. Jonathan Kanter emphasized on CNBC’s “Squawk Box” that competition based on merit is
Nike, the iconic sneaker brand, experienced a 6.2% slump in its stock after reporting slowing growth in China in its fiscal 2024 third quarter. Despite posting better-than-expected quarterly earnings and revenue, Nike faced challenges with its Chinese market. The company’s North American sales and price changes helped to boost its overall performance, but the concerns