Broadcom recently released its earnings for the second fiscal quarter, surpassing analysts’ estimates. Moreover, the company announced a 10-for-1 stock split set to commence trading on a split-adjusted basis on July 15. This news caused the stock to surge by approximately 10% in after-hours trading. The quarter that ended in May showcased Broadcom’s financial strength.
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Larry Ellison, the Chairman of Oracle, witnessed a significant increase in his wealth by nearly $19 billion after the company forecast double-digit revenue growth for the fiscal year. This positive outlook led to a sharp rally in the stock, marking its best performance since 2021. Ellison’s substantial fortune is largely attributed to his ownership of
The Federal Reserve made a key decision to keep its interest rate unchanged and indicated that only one cut is expected before the end of the year. This came as a surprise to the markets, as there was hope for a more accommodative stance from the central bank. The Federal Open Market Committee decided to
In the past week, mortgage rates experienced significant fluctuations due to economic data releases and overall market conditions. The Mortgage Bankers Association reported a surge of nearly 16% in total mortgage applications, driven by a decrease in rates for 30-year fixed-rate mortgages. However, this trend was short-lived as rates bounced back up following a stronger-than-expected
The U.S. Treasury Department and Internal Revenue Service have recently announced that more than $1 billion in tax credits is being provided as an upfront cash incentive to buyers of electric vehicles. This initiative was established through the Inflation Reduction Act, which allows for tax credits worth up to $7,500 for new EVs and $4,000
Major League Eating dropped a bombshell when they announced that they would be parting ways with 16-time champion Joey “Jaws” Chestnut ahead of the Nathan’s Famous Fourth of July hot dog eating contest. The decision came after Chestnut decided to represent a rival brand that sells plant-based hot dogs instead of the traditional meat version.
Oracle’s recent announcement of cloud deals with Google and OpenAI caused their shares to soar by 9% in extended trading. Despite falling short of Wall Street expectations for the fourth quarter, the company reported an increase in revenue of 3% year over year, reaching $14.29 billion. While earnings per share were adjusted to $1.63, slightly
The looming expiration of trillions in tax breaks enacted by former President Donald Trump through the Tax Cuts and Jobs Act of 2017 has sparked a debate among presumptive nominees President Joe Biden and Donald Trump. Both candidates have pledged to extend these tax breaks for most Americans, but the question remains on how to
Apple device users will soon have the option to utilize buy now, pay later loans from Affirm for their purchases. This collaboration between the two companies will allow U.S. Apple Pay users to access Affirm as a payment choice on their iPhones and iPads. The partnership aims to combine the convenience and security of Apple
The recent investigation into United Auto Workers President Shawn Fain by federal court-appointed monitor Neil Barofsky has raised concerns about potential abuses of power within the union. The monitor is looking into allegations of obstruction and interference by union leaders, including Fain, which could violate a 2020 consent decree between the UAW and the U.S.