In an era where the climate crisis demands urgent solutions, Microsoft is taking a bold step by exploring the use of natural gas paired with carbon capture technology to fuel its artificial intelligence (AI) data centers. This move has stirred considerable debate but could potentially redefine how technology giants approach energy consumption. Rather than dismissing
When Kohl’s released its fourth-quarter earnings report, market expectations were pleasantly floored—earnings, after adjusting for various factors, topped estimates at 95 cents per share. Revenue also beat projections by hitting $5.18 billion, slightly above the expected $5.15 billion. Despite these seemingly positive results, the company’s guidance for 2025 sent shockwaves through the market, leading to
Billionaire investor Ron Baron is reaffirming his unwavering commitment to Tesla, undeterred by the recent plunge in its stock price. Despite a staggering 15% drop—the most significant since September 2020—Baron sees immense potential in the electric vehicle (EV) market that extends beyond short-term volatility. “I can’t believe how cheap they are,” he stated on CNBC’s
Volkswagen’s recent announcement of a 15% decline in annual operating profit has sent shockwaves across the automotive industry, signaling a pivotal moment for the giant. While the company reported a modest revenue increase from 322.3 billion euros to 324.7 billion euros in 2024, these figures mask deeper structural issues facing the automotive leader. The decline
Delta Air Lines has recently issued a sobering outlook for its first-quarter projections, exacerbating concerns about a fragile recovery in the travel sector. The airline projects revenue growth to top out at a mere 5% compared to the previous year, a noticeable downgrade from its earlier forecast of 6% to 8%. This unexpected contraction in
The Social Security Administration (SSA) has made a significant and contentious policy shift regarding the handling of overpayments. Starting March 27, beneficiaries who receive excess payments may find their entire benefits withheld at a staggering 100% rate. Previously, a more forgiving 10% default withholding rate was in place to accommodate individuals who were struggling to
The current surge of mainland Chinese investors into the Hong Kong stock market signifies a remarkable momentum, with net purchases reportedly hitting a staggering 29.62 billion Hong Kong dollars (approximately $3.81 billion) recently. This is noteworthy, as it marks the highest level of investment seen since the establishment of the stock connect program designed to
Oracle’s latest quarterly results, released this week, have left much to be desired. While the company reported an earnings per share (EPS) of $1.47, this figure fell short of the anticipated $1.49, marking a disappointing start to the financial review. Furthermore, the revenue clocked in at $14.13 billion, again below the forecast of $14.39 billion.
Former President Donald Trump’s assertion that tariffs would be a boon for job creation stands in stark contrast to the views of many economists who have analyzed the repercussions of increased duties on imports. Trump’s proclamations painted tariffs as a magical solution, promising unprecedented job growth, yet empirical evidence suggests a contrary reality. Contrary to
President Donald Trump’s recent executive order to limit the eligibility of the Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) program is a disheartening move that reflects a deeper ideological divide regarding public service and community-oriented professions. By decree, Trump has barred borrowers who work with organizations that deal with issues like illegal immigration or child trafficking from
In a political landscape that often seems polarized, the United Auto Workers (UAW) President Shawn Fain has emerged as a surprising ally in the realm of tariffs—specifically, those proposed by President Donald Trump. What makes this partnership particularly interesting is Fain’s previously vocal disdain for Trump during the campaign trails. Yet, the current economic climate