The first weekend of The Roommate, a new play by Jen Silverman, drew in crowds eager to see legends Patti LuPone and Mia Farrow on stage at the Booth Theatre. The play, which explores the dynamics of intimacy between two very different women, had an impressive start with over 100% capacity and a gross of
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Recent data suggests that Bank Negara Malaysia (BNM) is likely to keep its key interest rate steady as the country’s economic growth remains robust and inflation is under control. Despite the current inflation rate of 2.0%, BNM has successfully kept it in check. Additionally, the Malaysian ringgit has shown signs of strength, transitioning from one
China’s manufacturing sector experienced a slowdown in August, hitting a six-month low, according to an official factory survey released recently. This decline has raised expectations that policymakers will introduce new strategies to channel more stimulus towards households rather than infrastructure projects. Manufacturing PMI Decline The official Purchasing Managers’ Index (PMI) dropped to 49.1 in August,
CNBC TV’s producers closely monitored the tech earnings parade on Thursday, with a particular focus on Marvell Technology. The stock surged about 8% after hours following better-than-expected revenue and a strong forecast for the latest quarter. Despite this positive news, Marvell is still down 18% from its March high. Interestingly, Marvell is the 17th biggest
The Bank of Israel is facing a challenging economic environment, characterized by rising inflation and persistent geopolitical risks. Deputy governor Andrew Abir recently stated that the central bank is unlikely to lower short-term interest rates in the remaining policy meetings of 2024. This decision comes at a time when concerns about inflation, fueled by the
Despite an inflation-fueled sales slump that hit the toy industry in the first half of 2024, Lego managed to outperform its competitors, with revenue jumping 13% in the first six months of the year. Niels Christiansen, CEO of the Danish toymaker, attributed this success to the strength of Lego Icons, Lego Creator, and the partnership
As the summer season on Broadway comes to a close, the total grosses for the week ending August 25th were down by approximately 10% compared to the previous week. This decline can be attributed, at least in part, to the summer edition of Kids‘ Night on Broadway, where 19 out of 24 shows offered free
Ignoring a big tax bill can have serious repercussions when it comes to your passport. Recent years have seen an increase in cases where the federal government revokes or limits passports due to seriously delinquent tax debts. It is crucial for taxpayers to understand the potential risks involved in ignoring their tax obligations. A “seriously
One of the major analyst moves in the AI sector this week came from Evercore ISI, recommending a buy on Nvidia (NASDAQ:NVDA) stock ahead of its upcoming earnings report. The investment bank believes that recent concerns about potential delays in the release of the Blackwell system are unwarranted. They point to the strong demand for
The recent rail stoppage in Canada, initiated by the lockout of workers affiliated with the Teamsters union at Canadian National Railway (TSX:CNR) and Canadian Pacific (NYSE:CP) Kansas City, has raised concerns among economists and analysts. The potential economic fallout from an extended stoppage could have far-reaching consequences for Canada’s economy. According to Pedro Antunes, the
The future of Paramount Global hangs in the balance as a new player enters the scene. Edgar Bronfman Jr. has thrown his hat into the ring with a competing offer that has set tongues wagging. Initially offering $4.3 billion for Shari Redstone’s National Amusements, the controlling shareholder of Paramount, Bronfman has now upped the ante
The Broadway box office experienced a noticeable decline in the second full week of August, with a dip of about 9% compared to the previous week. The 25 shows grossed a total of $28,132,262, indicating a downward trend in overall revenue. This decrease can be attributed to various factors such as the absence of Illinoise
The commodity market hit a new high in Monday’s trading session, reaching $2,549.90. This performance marks an increase in value for 8 out of the last 9 trading sessions. Gold has surged by 4.5% over the past nine days, while silver has seen an impressive gain of 8.4% during the same period. Additionally, the VanEck
Recently, California Governor Gavin Newsom signed a series of laws aimed at addressing the escalating issue of retail crime in the state. These laws target various aspects of retail theft, including shoplifting, theft from vehicles, organized theft, and the resale of stolen goods online. The new legislative package comes as a response to mounting pressure