Business

October 13, 2024

Expansion of WNBA finals to seven games starting next season

Samuel J. Ryan

In a significant development for women's basketball, the Women's National Basketball Association (WNBA) announced that starting next year, the Finals format will be expanded to include seven games. This change…

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October 12, 2024

United explores new routes to Greenland, Mongolia, and Northern Spain

Samuel J. Ryan

United Airlines is actively exploring adding Greenland, Mongolia and northern Spain to its international route map as part of its ongoing strategy to discover and serve emerging travel destinations. This…

Business

October 12, 2024

Hedge funds reverse course on China trades, offloading stocks at unprecedented levels

Samuel J. Ryan

In a surprising shift, hedge funds are now rapidly divesting their holdings of Chinese stocks, marking a significant reversal from previous waves of investment driven by expectations of economic stimulus.…

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October 11, 2024

GM forecasts stable profits in 2025 despite sector challenges

Samuel J. Ryan

General Motors predicted that its financial performance in 2025 will be closely aligned with this year's results, despite various headwinds in the auto industry. This announcement was recently shared in…

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October 10, 2024

CVS and UnitedHealth request recusal of FTC Chair Lina Khan in upcoming case

Samuel J. Ryan

CVS and UnitedHealth have formally requested that Federal Trade Commission (FTC) Chairwoman Lina Khan and two other commissioners refrain from participating in an upcoming case involving pharmacy brokerage services. This…

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October 10, 2024

Walmart shifts focus from human healthcare to expanding its pet services

Samuel J. Ryan

Walmart is redirecting its focus from human healthcare services to improving and expanding its pet care offerings, as it opens new facilities to meet growing demand for pet services. This…

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October 9, 2024

Hard Rock executive considers collaboration with FanDuel or DraftKings in Florida

Samuel J. Ryan

The president of Hard Rock recently pointed to potential partnerships with major sports betting companies FanDuel or DraftKings, signaling a possible expansion into the Florida betting market. This strategic consideration…

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October 9, 2024

GM’s investor event highlights advancements in cruise technology, cash flow, and electric vehicle profitability

Samuel J. Ryan

During the recent GM Investor Day, the focus was primarily on the company's progress in cruise technologies, robust cash flows and growing profits from its electric vehicle (EV) business. The…

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October 8, 2024

Ray Dalio highlights challenges of investing in China amid shifting economic policies

Samuel J. Ryan

Renowned investor Ray Dalio recently discussed the complexities associated with investing in China, highlighting the growing challenges related to the country's evolving economic policies. According to Dalio, the changing landscape…

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