Macy’s, a department store giant, recently announced that its board has decided to terminate negotiations with Arkhouse and Brigade, an activist group that was in talks to take the retailer private for $6.9 billion. The reason cited for this decision was the lack of certainty of financing and the failure to deliver compelling value. Despite
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Argentina’s central bank recently announced a new strategy to sell U.S. dollars in the country’s parallel foreign exchange markets in an attempt to combat inflation and stabilize the country’s money supply. This decision marks a significant shift in the country’s monetary policy and has sparked discussions about its potential impact on the economy. Economy Minister
Samsung is making a concerted effort to tailor its artificial intelligence features, known as Galaxy AI, specifically for the Chinese market. With the rise of local players dominating the smartphone industry in China, Samsung is looking to regain its market share by introducing innovative AI capabilities in its devices. In recent years, Samsung has faced
Elon Musk’s brain tech startup, Neuralink, has been making waves in the field of brain-computer interfaces (BCIs). Recently, Musk announced that the company hopes to implant its system in a second human patient within the next week. However, after encountering hardware problems with their first participant, the company is striving to make necessary changes to
Chemours, a chemical company, saw a 3% increase in stock price after UBS upgraded the company from buy to neutral. This upgrade was based on the belief that the stock could outperform as refrigerants experience favorable demand and price drivers heading into the next year. This positive outlook indicates potential growth for the company in
Australia’s commitment to boosting investment in Pacific Island countries in support of their financial systems comes at a crucial time. The banking sector in the region is experiencing a significant withdrawal of correspondent banking services, particularly in U.S. dollar-denominated transactions. This has raised concerns about the ability of Pacific nations to engage with the global
A New Era for Paramount The recent $8 billion takeover of Paramount by Skydance has stirred a sense of relief in Hollywood. Many stakeholders see this acquisition as a positive development, ensuring that a renowned motion picture studio and entertainment conglomerate will continue to thrive. This outcome differs significantly from what could have happened if
Investors face a challenging landscape of mixed economic signals and a soaring S&P 500 index. In such times of uncertainty, turning to research from top Wall Street analysts can provide guidance on stocks with strong fundamentals and growth potential. One such pick is Micron Technology (MU), a chipmaker that recently reported impressive results for the
Aidan Gomez’s journey in the field of artificial intelligence has been nothing short of remarkable. Starting as an intern at Google Brain, Gomez played a pivotal role in co-authoring the groundbreaking “Attention Is All You Need” paper, which introduced the revolutionary transformer model to the world. His work has since led to the widespread adoption
In the second quarter of the year, Ford saw a 1% increase in sales compared to the same period last year. The driving force behind this growth was a 5% increase in truck sales. This includes pickups and vans, with a total of 308,920 vehicles sold, marking Ford’s best second-quarter performance for this category since
United Airlines has taken a step towards improving customer experience by implementing a new method of communication during flight delays. Instead of passengers left in the dark wondering about the reasons behind the delays, the airline is now offering to send live radar maps directly to travelers. This innovative approach allows passengers to see for
In a time where the film industry is facing a content shortage and audiences are becoming more selective, Fathom Events is making waves with its record-breaking revenue and innovative content offerings. For over two decades, this joint venture between AMC, Regal, and Cinemark has been a pioneer in bringing alternative content to the big screen,
Amazon is making significant strides in the field of artificial intelligence by acquiring talent from AI startup Adept. The move, which involves hiring key members of Adept’s team and licensing their technology, demonstrates Amazon’s commitment to advancing its AI capabilities. Rohit Prasad, a senior vice president at Amazon, recently announced in a memo to employees
Despite Tesla’s reputation for innovation and cutting-edge technology, the company has been facing ongoing challenges with its Cybertruck model. Recently, two more recalls have been issued for the Cybertruck pickups in the U.S, marking the third and fourth recalls for this particular vehicle. These recalls involve physical repairs that require customers to book appointments with