This article first appeared on GuruFocus. U.S. equity benchmarks climbed Monday as investors positioned for a busy week of big-tech earnings and an upcoming Federal Reserve decision. The S&P 500 rose about 1% and the Nasdaq Composite climbed about 1.5%, according to market data. Tech heavyweights drew buying interest ahead of results. Qualcomm (NASDAQ:QCOM) surged…
Roughly 2,800 flights were delayed across the U.S. on Monday, Day 27 of the government shutdown, as more essential workers failed to show up to work. In addition to the flight delays, 109 flights heading into or out of the U.S. were canceled Monday, according to flight tracking website FlightAware. The delays come after backups at…
The company is tumbling into insolvency after recent restructuring plans collapsed in the wake of a failed renewables contract in the Netherlands. On Monday, Petrofac told investors that it has applied to the High Court to appoint administrators. The firm employs more than 7,000 workers globally. This includes around 2,000 employees from its UK base…
Graye Boutique is now open on Main Avenue, bringing new clothing, accessories and owner Laura Guza-Antony’s love of fashion to downtown Brookings. Guza-Antony has spent more than a decade in the fashion industry. She began selling handmade products on Etsy, a venture that allowed her to develop her personal style and business skills. Early success…
Christopher Berry, the man at the heart of a controversial and now-abandoned Chinese espionage case, appeared to be aware that he was supplying information to a non-commercial client, according to messages seen by the Guardian. In August 2022, Berry sent a voice note saying that “they want me to work for them directly instead of…
Deputies responded to a domestic dispute Saturday on Mocksville Road involving an active assault and a threat to the caller’s life, Iredell County Sheriff Darren Campbell stated in a news release. ALSO READ: Iredell County sees crime drop nearly 60% as population grows Deputies A. Duecker and M. Dyson arrived at the scene and encountered…
When the Italian luxury carmaker Ferrari announced in early October its first ever fully-electric vehicle, it begged the question “What will a company known for prioritizing speed and sleek design over fuel efficiency bring to this competitive corner of the car market?” While most details about Ferrari’s Elettrica EV, including its appearance and price, remain…
In yet another bold display of strength and unmatched dealmaking ability, President Donald J. Trump kicked off his historic Asia tour with a powerhouse visit to Malaysia — brokering historic peace accords, slashing trade barriers, and locking in game-changing critical minerals deals. President Trump’s trip isn’t just about showing leadership, it’s about a relentless charge…
High blood pressure, or hypertension, remains one of the most widespread yet silent health concerns globally. It often develops without noticeable symptoms, but over time, it can significantly raise the risk of heart disease, stroke, and kidney damage. According to the Mayo Clinic, hypertension occurs when the force of blood against artery walls stays consistently…
By Jonathan Stempel (Reuters) -Berkshire Hathaway has been downgraded to “underperform” by Keefe, Bruyette & Woods, which said lower car insurance margins, tariffs, falling interest rates, smaller clean energy tax credits and Warren Buffett‘s departure will weigh on its share price. KBW analyst Meyer Shields, who had rated Berkshire “market perform,” also cut his target…