Microsoft beats Q4 cloud expectations as full-year Azure revenue tops $100 billion
Microsoft's backlog sat 8% taller than the previous quarter, mainly thanks to contributions from customers other than large artificial intelligence companies.
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Chipotle hikes same-store sales forecast as diners return for burrito bowls
Chipotle Mexican Grill stock has fallen more than 7% this year, dragging its market value down to roughly $44 billion.
Global oil prices top $88 a barrel after Trump vows retaliation for surprise Iranian attack on U.S. troops
Oil prices rose on Wednesday after President Donald Trump said the U.S. would order heavy strikes after Iran targeted American forces in the Middle East with ballistic missiles overnight.
Here's a closer look at our decision to change course on P&G
Our remaining position was tiny, and our thesis isn't holding up.
My girlfriend is 62. Can she claim her late husband’s full Social Security benefit — or does she have to wait?
“Her husband passed away 10 years ago. They had been married for more than 20 years.”
JPMorgan, Schwab and UBS manage millions in Trump's $858 million investment portfolio
JPMorgan, Schwab, UBS and Stephens Inc. are among the firms that have managed Trump's fortune in accounts worth at least $858 million, a CNBC analysis found.
Procter & Gamble revenue misses estimates as volume stays unchanged
Procter & Gamble reported quarterly earnings per share that topped Wall Street's estimates, but its revenue fell short of expectations.
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SK Hynix shares fall as exponential earnings growth fails to satisfy AI-charged expectations and more — today's expo signal.
SK Hynix shares fall as exponential earnings growth fails to satisfy AI-charged expectations
SK Hynix shares fell as exponential profit and revenue growth failed to meet analysts' lofty expectations for a darling of the artificial intelligence sector.
Audi continues U.S. product push with three-row Q9 SUV
Audi sales have struggled in the U.S. over the last several quarters. The brand has been hit by tariffs and a market shift away from EVs. New product may help.
Oil jumps as U.S.-Iran resume strikes after a brief pause
Oil rose sharply amid renewed tensions in the Middle East after Iran launched an attack on U.S. forces using ballistic missiles.
Ford matches GM in one crucial way, and the stock jumps
Ford leans on pickup trucks and other traditionally powered vehicles to limit sales decline.
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Jeffrey Gundlach says the bond market is telling Warsh the Fed has to start acting on inflation
Gundlach said the divergent moves across the Treasury curve showed investors' skepticism that the Fed will ultimately follow through.
Microsoft beats Q4 cloud expectations as full-year Azure revenue tops $100 billion
Microsoft's backlog sat 8% taller than the previous quarter, mainly thanks to contributions from customers other than large artificial intelligence companies.
Qualcomm to raise prices during memory crunch as chipmaker issues light earnings guidance
"Cost went up, prices are going to go up," Qualcomm CEO Cristiano Amon said in an interview.
Meta's stock drops on light revenue guidance, dwindling free cash flow
Meta issued a weaker-than-expected revenue forecast and narrowed its capex range for the year.
Starbucks stock jumps as coffee giant raises full-year outlook
Starbucks posted its fourth straight quarter of same-store sales growth, as it continues a turnaround under CEO Brian Niccol.
‘Love Island USA’ winners are spending their $100,000 prize money in a very relatable way
Trinity Tatum and Bryce Alakai aren’t spending their reality-TV winnings on shopping sprees just yet.
Robinhood puts up record revenue as volatility drives a trading bonanza
Prediction-market revenues on the popular trading app increased tenfold during the second quarter.
Here are the five big takeaways from this week's Fed meeting
The Federal Reserve on Wednesday followed through on expectations for no interest rate change.
Looking for a second home? Sellers in these markets could be ready to make a deal.
House hunters could find good prices in second-home markets across the South and Midwest.
Sam Altman to meet with White House's Wiles this week ahead of AI framework deadline
OpenAI CEO Sam Altman is meeting with a range of senior Trump administration officials, lawmakers and economists.
Carvana stock falls 15% as auto retailer's 2026 earnings guidance misses Wall Street's expectations
Carvana said Wednesday it expects earnings of between $2.7 billion and $3 billion this year after reporting record quarterly results for the second quarter.
Hims and Hers shares fall 10% as FTC sues company over data, billing practices
The FTC sued Hims and Hers over alleged health data sharing with Meta and Snap, billing practices and subscription cancellations.
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