Nokia, a once dominant player in the telecom industry, has recently seen a significant decrease in its operating profit. In the second quarter of this year, the company reported a 32% drop in operating profit, mainly due to weak demand for its 5G equipment. This decline has caused Nokia’s Helsinki-listed stock to plummet by 8%
JD Vance, the newest running mate of U.S. presidential hopeful Donald Trump, made a bold statement on China during his first speech at the Republican National Convention. He emphasized the need to protect American workers’ wages and prevent the Chinese Communist Party from exploiting the labor of American citizens to build their middle class. Vance’s
Social Security stands at a crucial juncture, with its combined trust funds projected to last until 2035, after which significant reductions in benefits may occur. The retirement benefits fund, on the other hand, is expected to run out as early as 2033, exacerbating the looming crisis. Both President Joe Biden and former President Donald Trump
Cadillac has announced updates to its flagship Escalade for the 2025 model year, specifically focusing on the V-Series performance model. These enhancements aim to elevate the luxury, technology, and performance aspects of the SUV, catering to the discerning tastes of Cadillac’s target market. One of the key highlights of the 2025 Escalade V-Series is the
In the United States, housing stands as one of the most significant expenses for consumers. While high rents and home prices pose significant obstacles for potential homebuyers, access to affordable credit remains as another major roadblock. An estimated 50 million Americans are categorized as “credit invisible,” meaning they lack a credit file and credit score,
The recent speculation surrounding the Federal Reserve’s decision to lower interest rates has significantly impacted the stock market. With the CME FedWatch tool indicating a 100% likelihood of a rate cut by September, stocks have surged to new highs. This positive sentiment has been reflected in the performance of major indices like the Dow Jones
Federal Reserve Governor Christopher Waller recently hinted at the possibility of interest rate cuts in the near future, as long as there are no unexpected developments in inflation and employment. In his statement, Waller expressed his belief that the current economic data support the idea of a “soft landing,” and he indicated that he will
Last week, mortgage rates hit the lowest level since March, leading to a significant spike in refinancing applications. The Mortgage Bankers Association reported a 15% increase in applications compared to the previous week, the highest level since August 2022. Despite the surge, refinance demand is still more than 70% lower than pre-pandemic levels in early
Adidas saw a significant increase in its stock value after revealing that it would be revising its full-year 2024 earnings guidance upwards. The German sportswear company announced that it expected its operating profit to hit approximately 1 billion euros, a substantial increase from the initial projection of 700 million euros. This news comes on the
ASML recently reported its second-quarter earnings, surpassing both sales and profit expectations. Net sales came in at 6.24 billion euros, beating the expected 6.03 billion euros, while net profit reached 1.58 billion euros, surpassing the expected 1.43 billion euros. Despite a 9.5% decline in year-on-year net sales and an 18.7% drop in net income, the