Alaska Airlines has successfully cleared the U.S. Justice Department’s investigation after announcing their $1.9 billion agreement to acquire Hawaiian Airlines. This marks a significant milestone in the merger process as antitrust regulators did not file a lawsuit to block the deal. The next step for the airlines is to secure approval from the U.S. Transportation
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Recently, there has been a surge in the number of Americans falling victim to a deceptive scheme known as “pig butchering.” The term itself, derived from the idea of scammers using flattery and false connections to “fatten up” their targets, has garnered attention for all the wrong reasons. This elaborate strategy often takes weeks or
Top Wall Street analysts are recommending project management software provider Monday.com as a top pick for investors looking for stocks with attractive long-term growth potential. The company’s second-quarter results exceeded expectations and it raised its full-year outlook, driven by strong demand from major customers. Notably, the number of paid customers with more than $100,000 in
Starbucks, a once thriving coffee giant, is now facing numerous operational issues that have been impacting its sales in recent quarters. Mobile orders, accounting for one-third of Starbucks’ total sales, have created chaos in stores, leading to frustrated customers, overwhelmed baristas, and long wait times. Former CEO Howard Schultz has identified the mobile app as
On Thursday, Cisco made a bold move by announcing a 7% reduction in its workforce, which resulted in a surge of 8% in its shares. This news marked the company’s best day since March 2020. The decision to trim down its employee base was coupled with the release of quarterly results that outperformed analyst expectations.
Chipotle took a hit on Tuesday with a significant drop in their stock price due to the announcement that CEO Brian Niccol will be leaving his position at the end of August to lead Starbucks. The stock plummeted by 10% during the day, ultimately closing 7% lower than the previous day’s close. Since taking over
In recent news, Blink Fitness, a budget-friendly gym chain owned by luxury fitness company Equinox Group, has filed for Chapter 11 bankruptcy protection. This move comes amidst a wave of fitness chains seeking bankruptcy post-pandemic, including well-known companies like New York Sports Club, 24 Hour Fitness, and Gold’s Gym. With over 100 centers spread across
Over the weekend, the female-driven film “It Ends With Us” made a significant impact at the global box office, earning a whopping $80 million in its opening. This accomplishment is particularly impressive considering the modest budget of the film. As of now, the international portion of the box office stands at $30 million, with several
At the recent D23 Disney fan event, Walt Disney unveiled plans for a new ‘Avatar’ experience at its Disney California Adventure theme park. This new attraction will be based on the upcoming film, “Avatar: The Way of Water,” the second installment in the popular science fiction franchise. Along with this, a show highlighting the life
Sony and Wayfarer Studios’ recent release, It Ends with Us, is not only gaining traction in the domestic box office but also making a significant impact overseas. Despite only being available in 68% of the international market, the film has managed to gross an impressive $13.3M in just 42 markets. This promising start suggests a
Apple is considering charging its users up to $20 for access to advanced artificial intelligence features. The company plans to introduce its Apple Intelligence system later this year, with enhanced Siri voice assistant capabilities and the ability to automatically generate emails and images. Although these features will be gradually rolled out, users in certain regions,
Financial markets are notorious for their unpredictability, and the recent burst of volatility that caught many off guard is a stark reminder of this fact. Trades that thrive in a low volatility environment can quickly unravel when volatility spikes, leading to substantial losses. The allure of high profits in these trades often blinds traders to
Super Micro Computer, once a highflier in the AI industry, experienced a significant setback as its shares tumbled by 14% in premarket trading due to a faster-than-expected contraction in gross margin. The company reported an adjusted gross margin of 11.3% for the fourth quarter, down from 17% a year earlier, which fell below analysts’ expectations
Mars, the family-owned food giant well-known for its candy brands like M&M’s and Snickers, is reportedly considering the acquisition of Kellanova. Kellanova, the maker of popular snacks such as Cheez-It and Pringles, has a market value of $22 billion, making it an attractive target for Mars. While Kellanova’s stock has seen a 20% increase since