In a high-stakes gamble that is reshaping the global economy, America’s technology giants are doubling down on artificial intelligence, signaling this week that their record-breaking investments are only accelerating. Despite rising concerns from Wall Street and central banks that the industry is inflating a dangerous bubble, Alphabet (Google), Meta, Microsoft, and Amazon are collectively planning…
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Teradyne Q3 2025 revenue rises 4.3%, fueled by strong AI test demand
NORTH READING – Teradyne, Inc. (NASDAQ: TER) on Tuesday reported 4.34% YoY increase in revenue to $769 million for the third quarter of 2025 of which $606 million was in Semiconductor Test, $88 million in Product Test, and $75 million in Robotics. According to stock filing, GAAP net income for the third quarter of 2025…
Saudi Arabia’s Almasar to Float 30% Stake in Tadawul IPO Following CMA Approval
RIYADH: Almasar, the Amanat Education platform, announced plans to proceed with an initial public offering (IPO) of 30,720,400 ordinary shares—representing 30% of its total issued share capital—on the Saudi Exchange (Tadawul), following regulatory clearance. The Capital Market Authority (CMA) of Saudi Arabia granted approval on Sept. 29, 2025, for the listing, marking a key milestone…
Gold soars past $4,000: The ultimate safe haven in a world on edge
Price of gold has shattered records, blasting past $4,000 per troy ounce for the first time in history. This isn’t just a number; it’s a flashing neon sign pointing to the deep-seated anxiety gripping global investors. The precious metal’s incredible 53% surge this year is a direct response to a world fraught with geopolitical conflicts…
Alphabet’s $3 trillion triumph: A tech titan reinvents itself in the age of AI
Twenty years ago, Google’s IPO was a bold bet on the future of search. Today, its parent company Alphabet has crossed the $3 trillion threshold, joining the elite ranks of Apple, Microsoft, and Nvidia. But this isn’t just a story about market capitalization—it’s a story of reinvention, resilience, and the relentless pursuit of relevance in…
StubHub targets $851 million in NYSE IPO, eyes $9.2 billion valuation
StubHub is seeking to raise up to $851 million in its initial public offering, aiming for a valuation of as much as $9.2 billion, according to a regulatory filing published Monday. The ticket resale platform plans to offer more than 34 million shares priced between $22 and $25 each. The company will list on the…
Wall Street pulls back ahead of long weekend despite S&P 500 record
NEW YORK: U.S. stocks retreated Friday as investors locked in profits heading into a long weekend, following a record-setting week for the S&P 500 and strong earnings from Nvidia. The pullback came amid fresh inflation data that signaled persistent pricing pressures. The S&P 500 fell 0.7%, while the Nasdaq Composite dropped 1.2%. The Dow Jones…
Wall Street slips as investors eye retail earnings, Fed symposium
Dow Jones slips from record highs as investors await retail earnings and Fed signals NEW YORK: U.S. stocks edged lower Monday as investors turned cautious ahead of key earnings reports from major retailers and the Federal Reserve’s annual symposium in Jackson Hole, Wyoming. The Dow Jones Industrial Average fell 47.13 points, or 0.11%, to 44,898.43….
S&P 500 retreats after record high, chip stocks drag
Dow Jones outperforms on UnitedHealth surge NEW YORK: The S&P 500 edged lower on Friday, taking a breather after scaling an all-time peak earlier in the session, as investors cashed in on gains following a robust week. The broad market index was last down about 0.2%. The Nasdaq Composite declined 0.4%. The Dow Jones Industrial…
U.S. stocks rebound despite inflation jitters; S&P 500 closes at record high
Dow Jones slips despite intraday rebound, weighed down by inflation concerns and rate cut uncertainty NEW YORK: U.S. stocks clawed back from early losses on Thursday, with investors once again buying the dip despite a hotter-than-expected wholesale inflation report that clouded hopes for a near-term Federal Reserve rate cut. The S&P 500 eked out a…
Stocks slide as inflation fears take center stage
Dow Jones drops 200 points as traders await key inflation data NEW YORK: U.S. stocks fell Monday as traders awaited key inflation data later this week, overshadowing a positive development on the trade front. The Dow Jones Industrial Average slipped 200.52 points, or 0.45%, to close at 43,975.09. The S&P 500 lost 0.25%, settling at…
WPP Plc sees challenging first half, reports declines amid client spending pressures and restructuring efforts
For the first six months of 2025, WPP’s revenue dropped to £6.66 billion, a 7.8% decrease LONDON: WPP Plc, one of the world’s largest advertising and marketing services companies, reported a challenging first half of 2025, with declines across key financial metrics as a result of client spending pressures and a slower new business environment….