Morgan Stanley is making significant strides in the realm of artificial intelligence with the introduction of its latest assistant, Debrief. This cutting-edge tool is poised to streamline thousands of hours of labor for the bank’s financial advisors by automating the tedious task of note-taking during client meetings. Unlike previous AI initiatives that focused on enhancing
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FedEx experienced a significant boost in its shares, rising more than 15% after announcing earnings that exceeded analysts’ expectations. The company reported an earnings per share of $5.41, surpassing the anticipated $5.35. In terms of revenue, FedEx reported $22.11 billion, slightly higher than the expected $22.07 billion. Despite the positive results, FedEx’s full fiscal year
The U.S. auto industry has witnessed a 2.9% growth in sales in the first half of the year compared to the previous year. However, concerns are looming over whether this momentum can be sustained throughout the rest of the year. One of the key factors contributing to this uncertainty is the increasing inventory levels and
The ratings agency Fitch has adjusted its forecast for China’s policy rate cuts, now anticipating that a reduction will not occur until next year. This change in outlook comes as a result of the U.S. Federal Reserve maintaining high interest rates, which has implications for global monetary policy decisions. Fitch’s latest projection suggests that China
The Federal Reserve recently announced that interest rates will remain unchanged with only one possible cut expected before the end of the year. This decision implies that individuals carrying balances on their credit cards will not be seeing much relief from the prevailing sky-high interest charges. According to Matt Schulz, chief credit analyst at LendingTree,
In today’s market environment, investors are increasingly concerned about concentration risk and looking for ways to mitigate it. One strategy that is gaining popularity is investing in value-oriented exchange-traded funds (ETFs). These funds offer a more diversified approach compared to traditional index funds like the S&P 500, providing investors with exposure to companies with low
Rivian Automotive has recently announced an overhaul of its all-electric R1 pickup and SUV models, focusing on improving range, performance, and computing power. One of the most significant changes in the 2025 model-year vehicles is the incorporation of Nvidia chips to boost computing capabilities. The upgraded system now boasts ten times more performance than its
With the world still navigating the aftermath of the Covid-19 pandemic, one thing has become increasingly clear – remote work is here to stay. What began as a temporary solution during lockdowns has evolved into a long-term trend that is reshaping the traditional workweek for many employees. According to labor economists, remote work offers a
Ford Motor’s U.S. new vehicle sales saw a significant increase of 11.2% in May compared to the same month last year. This growth was primarily driven by strong sales in the all-electric and hybrid vehicle segments. In particular, the sales of hybrid and all-electric vehicles surged by approximately 65%, outpacing the 5.6% rise in sales
Dutch digital bank Bunq is facing challenges in securing a banking license from U.K. financial regulators. The CEO and founder, Ali Niknam, expressed hope that they will be successful in obtaining the license by the end of this year or early next year. The process may be more complex due to the differences in regulatory