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NZD/USD falls sharply on Wednesday, losing 0.98% on the day to trade around 0.5625 at the time of writing. The New Zealand Dollar (NZD) faces significant selling pressure after the Reserve Bank of New Zealand (RBNZ) unexpectedly left its benchmark interest rate unchanged.
Microsoft's revenue surged nearly 18% last year while its stock sat almost perfectly flat, and that disconnect between earnings momentum and share price tells a story most investors are missing ahead of this quarter's report.
The central bank increased key rate by a quarter point as soaring energy prices push up inflation.The Bank of Canada (BoC) has raised its key interest rate for the first time in more than three years and...
OK, I’m not about to translate all of these South Korean won into U.S. dollars. Safe to say that one South Korean won is worth a lot less than a U.S. penny. In fact, one SK won buys roughly $0.00074 as I...
Alphabet (GOOGL). Q3 2026 Results Alphabet faces a test in which key will be comparing rising expenditure on AI infrastructure with the dynamics of the traditional advertising business
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The AUDUSD got a lift in Asian trading as Australia’s inflation data and hawkish comments from RBA Governor Michele Bullock gave buyers a reason to push higher. September headline inflation rose to 4.3% from 4.0%, while Bullock warned that inflation was likely to run above the RBA’s August forecasts. The combination kept the prospect of another rate hike firmly in play.
RenaissanceRe Holdings Ltd. reported an underwriting income of $426.1 million in Q3 2026, primarily driven by a gain in its property segment which counteracted losses in casualty and specialty. Despite strong contributions from underwriting, fee, and investment income, the company recorded a net loss of $161.4 million due to significant mark-to-market losses on investments. RenRe's gross premiums written decreased across both property and casualty/specialty segments, while its combined ratio rose.
CVS Health is suing the federal government to challenge its 2027 Medicare Advantage star ratings, aiming to avert a potential revenue loss exceeding $2 billion due to declining quality scores. The lawsuit argues that the CMS used illegal methodology and improperly adopted measures to calculate the ratings. CVS joins at least four other insurers in similar lawsuits, all citing a previous ruling that found CMS measures for 2026 scores to be illegal.
It’s at least the fifth insurer to turn to the courts in a bid to hike its ratings for next year. The lawsuits make near-identical legal arguments. But CVS’ is more dramatic in its scope and alleged financial harm.
(Kitco News) - Gold prices continue to hold critical support above $4,000 an ounce, but one investment firm expects prices to head lower by year-end as the Federal Reserve is expected to maintain its...
West Pharmaceutical Services has secured a new $950 million unsecured credit facility, including a $200 million term loan and a $750 million revolving credit line, with Bank of America as the administrative agent. This refinancing replaces their 2019 credit agreement and aims to provide liquidity for working capital, acquisitions, stock repurchases, and debt repayment. The move reflects the company's strong sales growth and continued investment in injectable drug delivery capacity.
DTE Energy Co Pref Series E stock has fallen to a 52-week low of 17.61 USD, representing a 22% decline from its high and a 21.07% drop over the past year. Despite the significant downturn, the preferred shares maintain a substantial 7.41% dividend yield. The stock is characterized by low price volatility and a significant dividend, typical of preferred shares.
The Travelers Companies, Inc. has launched Travis Upload & Goâ„ , an AI-powered quoting tool designed to simplify the workers compensation submission process for independent insurance agents. This new tool eliminates manual data entry by extracting information from uploaded documents, prefilling forms, running eligibility checks, and generating bindable quotes faster. A recent Travelers survey revealed that 77% of small business insurance agents find manual data entry time-consuming and low-value, highlighting the need for such an automated solution.
PNC Bank and ADP have partnered to launch "PNC Payroll by ADP®," an embedded payroll solution designed for small businesses. This new offering integrates ADP's HR and payroll capabilities directly into PNC's digital banking platform, allowing businesses to manage payroll, HR, banking, and payments within a single digital experience. The solution aims to reduce operational complexity and provide small businesses with tools and 24/7 expert support to manage their critical financial and employee operations.
A New Mexico judge has ordered Meta Platforms Inc. to pay $25 billion in civil penalties to the state after a jury found the company repeatedly misled the public about its data privacy practices. The lawsuit, brought by Attorney General Raúl Torrez, identified nearly 44 million willful violations of New Mexico's Unfair Practices Act through 26 public statements made between 2010 and 2021. This ruling follows previous trials where New Mexico won $942 million over claims Meta concealed teen mental health risks, and Meta recently settled a separate case with other state attorneys general for up to $17 billion regarding social media's harms to teenagers.
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Alphabet CEO Sundar Pichai speaks at the AI Impact Summit in New Delhi, India, on Feb. 20, 2026.Prakash Singh | Bloomberg | Getty ImagesAlphabet is set to report third-quarter results after the bell on...
Commercial Bank & Trust Company, a West Tennessee lender, is merging into Renasant Bank in a deal valued at approximately $142 million. This transaction will see Commercial Bank's nine branches across Paris, Union City, Jackson, and Memphis absorbed into Renasant's Southeastern banking franchise, which will have roughly $28.6 billion in total assets post-merger. The merger, approved by both boards, is expected to close in the first quarter of 2027 pending regulatory and shareholder approvals.
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JACKSON, Miss. (WJTV) - The Mississippi Department of Human Services (MDHS), Division of Aging and Adult Services (DAAS), announced the State Health Insurance Program (SHIP) will provide assistance for...
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Piper Sandler has reaffirmed its Overweight rating on Principal Financial Group (PFG), setting a price target of $125.00, which suggests an 11.6% upside from the recent closing price. The analyst note highlights the company's diverse revenue streams, contributing to solid underlying results despite challenges, and its strong EPS growth guidance of 9-12%. These factors underscore confidence in PFG's operational stability and strategic direction.