Vanguard, known for its investor-friendly approach, has recently faced criticism regarding its customer service. As the new CEO Salim Ramji steps in, he has highlighted the need to enhance the customer experience. Leveraging artificial intelligence (AI) could be the key to addressing these challenges and improving Vanguard’s service standards. One common complaint among Vanguard customers
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McDonald’s executives recently admitted that customers find their prices too high, especially lower-income consumers who have been affected by years of high inflation. This has led to a decline in same-store sales across all divisions, prompting the company to reevaluate its pricing strategy. In response to the pricing issue, McDonald’s is now taking a “forensic
McDonald’s is set to release its second-quarter earnings report, and analysts have projected some key figures that the company is expected to announce. Despite these projections, McDonald’s has faced a slew of challenges throughout the year, which have reflected in its stock performance. The company’s shares have dropped by 15% year-to-date, largely due to concerns
Over the weekend, Ryan Reynolds experienced a historic moment in his acting career with the success of Deadpool & Wolverine at the box office. The actor took to his Instagram Story to express his shock and gratitude towards the fans who made it all possible. Reynolds admitted that processing the magnitude of this achievement was
Over the weekend, the movie Longlegs starring Nicolas Cage managed to rake in an impressive $6.7 million on 2,730 screens. This third week performance has allowed the film to surpass Parasite as the highest grossing film ever for the indie distributor. Not only that, but Longlegs has also claimed the title of the top grossing
Over the past weekend, Ryan Reynolds, Hugh Jackman, and Director Shawn Levy’s film, Deadpool & Wolverine, shattered box office records. The movie achieved the highest R-rated opening of all time, both worldwide and domestically, raking in an impressive $438.3 million globally and $205 million in the domestic market. This feat surpassed the previous record set
Fast-food chains have been facing a tough time recently as consumers are cutting back on their spending and opting for more cost-effective options. With a decline in foot traffic and sluggish sales, many popular chains like McDonald’s, Taco Bell, Burger King, and Wendy’s have turned to $5 meal deals in hopes of attracting more customers
The assessment by Citi strategists on the potential impact of the 2024 US presidential election on oil prices suggests that under a Trump administration, the oil market could experience a net bearish trend. This could be attributed to factors such as trade tariffs, oil-and-gas-friendly policies/deregulation, and efforts to push OPEC+ to release more oil to
In a recent interview with CNBC’s “Fast Money,” traders Danny Moses, Vincent Daniel, and Porter Collins expressed their bullish stance on gold. This trio, known for their successful bet against the housing market prior to the 2008 crisis, emphasized the importance of including gold in investment portfolios. Collins highlighted the impact of central bank buying
As we look ahead to 2025, the impact of the upcoming administration on the economy and financial markets is at the forefront of many traders’ minds. The uncertainty surrounding the policies and approaches of the new leadership raises questions about what to expect in the coming year. While a crystal ball may not be available,
Is central banking truly as boring as some may think? Departing Swiss National Bank Chairman Thomas Jordan doesn’t seem to think so. In a recent interview, Jordan defended his tenure at the central bank, emphasizing the importance of staying focused on the task at hand and fulfilling the mandate of the institution. He believes that
Disney and Marvel’s “Deadpool & Wolverine” has shattered expectations with a staggering $38.5 million in Thursday previews. This highly anticipated film is on track for a domestic opening of over $150 million, setting a new record for an R-rated movie. It is the first R-rated entry in the Marvel Cinematic Universe, making it a groundbreaking
One of Japan’s leading automakers, Toyota Motor, is making significant strides in the electric vehicle (EV) market with its plans to build a battery plant in Fukuoka. This new plant will supply batteries to a factory that produces the luxury Lexus brand cars, marking a strategic move for Toyota. The decision to build the battery
Apple, once a dominant player in the Chinese smartphone market, has seen its market share drop significantly in the second quarter. According to a report by Canalys, Apple’s market share in China shrank to 14% in the second quarter, down from 15% in the first quarter and 16% in the same period a year ago.