When it comes to investing in the food industry, Domino’s Pizza (DPZ) stands out as a top pick according to Wall Street experts. Following a strong first-quarter performance, Deutsche Bank analyst Lauren Silberman reiterated a buy rating on DPZ stock with an increased price target of $580. Silberman highlighted the company’s impressive U.S. same-store sales
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Jane Schoenbrun’s film, I Saw Then TV Glow, has seen a significant increase in box office earnings in its second week, with an estimated $195k+ on 21 screens. This expansion marks a successful rollout, driven by a passionate fan base particularly among young, male, and LGBTQ+ audiences. The gender-bending supernatural thriller is set to continue
In a recent interview, billionaire investor Kenneth Griffin made a passionate plea for Harvard University to embrace “Western values” amidst what he described as a “cultural revolution” in American education. Griffin, who has donated millions to his alma mater, expressed concern over the direction that education in the U.S. has taken in recent years. He
The late Charlie Munger, a revered investment icon, was recently honored through a stunning bronze bust sculpture at the Omaha Marriott during the Berkshire Hathaway annual meeting. This 24-inch tall sculpture became a focal point for guests at the hotel, captivating the attention of Berkshire shareholders and even Munger’s daughter, Wendy, and his longtime executive
The restaurant industry has been facing a period of sales slump and declining traffic due to a broader consumer slowdown. However, there are a few outliers in the industry that have managed to report strong sales this quarter. Chipotle Mexican Grill, Wingstop, and Sweetgreen are some of the brands that have seen an increase in
SoftBank Group, a Japanese technology investor, is facing challenges as it is expected to report a net loss of 72 billion yen ($462.70 million) for the January-March quarter. This is a significant shift from the 985 billion yen net profit recorded in the previous three months. Despite the success of its core asset, Arm Holdings,
Fans of the 28 franchise will be thrilled to mark their calendars for June 20, 2025, as the next installment, titled “28 Years Later,” is set to hit theaters on that date. Directed by Danny Boyle and written by Alex Garland, this highly anticipated film is sure to be a hit with audiences around the
A recent legal battle between Elon Musk’s X (formerly Twitter) and Israel’s Bright Data involving data scraping has come to an end with a federal judge in California dismissing the lawsuit. X alleged that Bright Data was scraping data from X and selling it, using measures to avoid anti-scraping technology. The lawsuit also claimed violations
McDonald’s is reportedly in the process of rolling out a value meal option in U.S. locations as a response to the increasingly challenging environment for consumers. With mentions of low-income consumers on the rise during company earnings calls, it is evident that people are starting to cut back on their spending habits, particularly in the
Semiconductor Manufacturing International Corporation (SMIC) recently issued a profit warning after its first-quarter earnings fell short of expectations. The company cited intense competition in the chip industry as a primary reason for the decline in profits. According to SMIC, the pricing for commodity products is heavily influenced by market trends, making it challenging for the
Most Asian stocks showed growth on Friday, following the positive momentum of Wall Street. However, Chinese stocks did not follow this trend as reports surfaced about new trade tariffs targeting the electric vehicles sector. This news caused China’s Shanghai Shenzhen CSI 300 and Shanghai Composite indexes to fall by about 0.5% each. The anticipation of
Singapore’s Oversea-Chinese Banking Corp (OCBC) has recently reported a 5% increase in first-quarter profit, exceeding market expectations. In a bold move, the bank has also made a S$1.4 billion ($1.04 billion) offer to acquire its insurer arm Great Eastern, showcasing its commitment to strategic investments and portfolio enhancement. The offer, which includes a 37% premium
Reports are indicating that 20th Century Studios’ latest installment, Kingdom of the Planet of the Apes, has kicked off its theatrical run with a bang. Previews for the film have raked in an impressive $6.5M, a figure that includes Thursday night earnings starting from 3 PM, as well as an additional $1.6M from special fan
Activist group Politan Capital has made it clear that they are not backing down in the battle for board seats at Masimo. In response to the company’s settlement offer to add one of Politan’s nominees, William Jellison, to the board, Politan’s Quentin Koffey has demanded that not only Jellison be added, but also another nominee,