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The European Union regulators have recently accused Meta, the parent company of Facebook, of violating antitrust rules by failing to comply with the bloc’s regulations regarding its new ad-supported social networking service. The Commission has criticized Meta’s ad-supported subscription option, labeling it as a “pay or consent” model, which essentially forces users to either pay
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In the first six months of 2024, activist investors launched campaigns at a record number of companies globally, as reported by data from Barclays. This increase in activity has sparked speculation among bankers, lawyers, and investors about potentially more costly battles between activist shareholders and management over leadership changes, spin-offs, and outright sales in the
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The Asian market is currently experiencing a flat-to-low range movement as investors process mixed signals regarding Chinese business activity. This lackluster performance can be attributed to the uncertainty surrounding U.S. interest rates, which continues to influence investor sentiment. The recent negative close on Wall Street has also contributed to the subdued performance of Asian stocks.
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Dividend-paying stocks provide investors with an opportunity to strengthen their portfolios and increase overall returns. By choosing companies with a consistent track record of dividend payments and solid financials, investors can secure stable income streams while benefiting from capital appreciation. Wall Street’s top analysts have identified three dividend stocks that stand out as attractive options
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China’s manufacturing activity experienced a decline for the second consecutive month in June, according to an official survey. The National Bureau of Statistics (NBS) reported that the purchasing managers’ index (PMI) stood at 49.5 in June, unchanged from the previous month. This figure remains below the critical 50-mark, indicating a contraction in the manufacturing sector.
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The U.S. Track & Field Olympic Trials have been witnessing a different breed of athletes this year – unsponsored ones. These 35 athletes are part of Bandit Running’s Unsponsored Project, where they defy the traditional sponsorship model by donning all-black, logo-less gear. This initiative challenges the norm where athletes are expected to promote major brands
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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
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The upcoming sequel to the original action-packed movie from the 90s, Twisters, is generating a lot of buzz. According to tracking, the film is expected to have a strong start with a projected $50 million opening on July 19. Despite tracking data suggesting this figure, factors such as walk-up business and a heatwave may contribute
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Southwest Airlines recently announced a sharp decline in its second-quarter revenue forecast, causing its shares to plummet by approximately 4% in premarket trading. The airline attributed this downward revision to shifting booking patterns, projecting a decrease in revenue per available seat mile between 4% and 4.5% compared to the previous year. Additionally, Southwest revised its
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