Reported about 1 year ago
Source: BARRONS
Reported about 1 year ago
The Supreme Court has agreed to consider a multi-billion dollar lawsuit brought by shareholders against Facebook accusing the company of misleading investors about the Cambridge Analytica data harvesting scandal. Facebook wants the lawsuit dismissed due to prior settlements related to the incident. Investors should consider companies' focus on supply chain resiliency, diversification, and investment in infrastructure to mitigate risks. Additionally, the impact of elections like the snap election in France on global markets underscores the importance of monitoring geopolitical risks. Companies also need to adapt to a new era of supply chain disruption as supply chain challenges persist. Inflationary pressures are prolonging challenges, emphasizing the need for companies to protect and help their suppliers amidst rising costs.
Source: YAHOO
Reported about 1 year ago
Following the unexpected death of 6-year-old Lucy Morgan from a badminton accident, the Sussex County community has rallied around the Morgan family, raising over $125,000 through a GoFundMe page and offering various forms of assistance. Despite the tragic loss, donations have continued to pour in, lifting the family's spirits. In addition to monetary support, friends and community members have provided emotional assistance by planting flowers in the family's yard and introducing them to a baby wallaby at a local greenhouse. Lucy, remembered as a loving and independent child with a strong faith, will be honored at a memorial service on Saturday.
Source: YAHOO
Reported about 1 year ago
As the housing market faces affordability challenges, more individuals are choosing to rent for longer durations instead of purchasing a home. Yahoo Finance's Dani Romero discusses the latest housing data trends and the key factors influencing this shift. For further market analysis and expert commentary, view the complete episode of Wealth. The article was authored by Melanie Riehl.
Source: YAHOO
Reported about 1 year ago
At the 'Northflow Kafka Concert' event on June 8th, 2024, the Chairman Band invited fans to drink the first toast, marking a rare close interaction with fans. Dressed in leather, the band honored NVIDIA CEO Huang Jen-Hsun for his contributions to Taiwan's economy and tourism. The lead singer also participated in a dragon boat race for the Dragon Boat Festival, showing their active lifestyle. Notably, the band integrates sports into their activities, with the lead singer now leading the 'Chairman Running Group' where members will participate in marathons this November. Additionally, they are committed to promoting the use of the Taiwanese language in their creative work and in educational initiatives.
Source: YAHOO
Reported about 1 year ago
康涅狄克教練Dan Hurley拒絕了湖人隊提供的為期六年、價值七千萬美元的教練邀請，選擇留在衛冕NCAA冠軍胡士凱隊。此舉使湖人在六月初的一周後仍然沒有主教練，而他們之前甚至曾秘密挖角紐奧良助理教練James Borrego等候選人，而Hurley在受訪期間回到康涅狄克州，湖人陷入尷尬境地。
Source: YAHOO
Reported about 1 year ago
As the North Carolina Tar Heels plan their future recruiting, forward Zion Green from Imhotep Institute in Pennsylvania has shown interest in UNC, calling it his 'dream school' in a recent interview. The 6-foot-8, 190-pound prospect is entering his sophomore year and has potential as a five-star recruit for the 2027 class. While he hasn't received any offers yet, if UNC pursues him, it's likely offers will come his way as the recruiting cycle progresses.
Source: YAHOO
Reported about 1 year ago
前湖人教練達爾文·漢姆將加入密爾瓦基雄鹿教練團，成為前快艇教練Doc Rivers的助教。漢姆在湖人隊服役兩個賽季後被解雇，現將回歸密爾瓦基擔任助理教練，繼續與Doc Rivers合作。在湖人時期，漢姆執教90勝74負，帶領球隊贏得首屆賽季中錦標賽冠軍，並帶領球隊進入西部冠軍賽。儘管在對陣丹佛的兩輪季後賽中，球隊八戰九敗，漢姆選擇重返密爾瓦基，而湖人仍在尋找他的接班人。
Source: YAHOO
Reported about 1 year ago
The WNBA announced that May had the highest attendance in 26 years, with approximately 400,000 fans attending games, the most since 1999. The league also saw a significant increase in viewership across ABC, ESPN, ESPN2, and CBS, averaging 1.32 million viewers, nearly tripling last season's average. The Fever's games set viewership records on different networks, with the opening night game on May 14 averaging 2.12 million viewers on ESPN2. The league also experienced a 236% increase in merchandise sales compared to the previous season, a significant growth in League Pass subscriptions, and arena attendance at an average of 94% capacity.
Source: YAHOO
Reported about 1 year ago
康涅狄克大學主教練 Dan Hurley 拒絕了洛杉磯湖人隊提供的巨額報價，選擇留在 Storrs。Hurley 表示他對整個經歷感到謙卑，並對在康涅狄克打造的冠軍文化感到極度自豪。在 Huskies 的首個六個賽季中，這位 51 歲的主教練讓球隊重拾昔日的強勢，贏得連續兩屆國家冠軍。Hurley 已經積極拼搏，在他的 14 個賽季裡，總計 292 勝163負，出席六次 NCAA 大賽，此前曾效力於 Huskies、瓦格納學院和羅得島大學。
Source: YAHOO
Reported about 1 year ago
Paramount Global的控股公司National Amusements吸引了前媒體高管Edgar Bronfman Jr的興趣，由Bain Capital支持。該公司提供20億至25億美元。此興趣來自於控制Paramount的Shari Redstone，她正在談判將National Amusements的大部分股份出售給Skydance Media，可能將Paramount與Skydance合併。好萊塢製片人Steven Paul也準備以30億美元的價格對National Amusements出價。Paramount股票星期一交易下跌。NAI的出售將為Paramount帶來新的控股股東。同時，Skydance交易將為非Redstone股東提供高溢價的收購選擇，並提供15億美元來減少Paramount的債務。Shari Redstone在公司最近的董事會選舉中獲得最少的選票，共3220萬票，以及獲得逾90.5萬票反對她的選舉。Paramount的聯合CEO在年度股東大會上提出了旨在削減5億美元的年成本、潛在資產出售以及探索Paramount+流媒體服務合作夥伴的重組計劃。
Source: YAHOO
Reported about 1 year ago
Hedge funds have changed their investment strategy by selling off semiconductor stocks and opting to invest in software instead, especially after last week's data showing a decrease in semiconductor purchases and an increase in software acquisitions. The shift in focus comes as software stocks exhibit slowed growth in AI compared to the strong demand and confidence boosting semiconductor stocks like Nvidia Corp., leading to a notable reversal in trading strategies within the tech sector with a more positive outlook towards software stocks securing better earnings.
Source: YAHOO
Reported about 1 year ago
OpenAI表示已聘用前Nextdoor CEO Sarah Friar担任首席财务官，同时任命之前在Twitter、Facebook和Instagram工作过的Kevin Weil担任首席产品官。Friar之前曾担任Square的首席财务官，也是Walmart董事会成员，曾就职于Goldman Sachs、McKinsey和Salesforce。OpenAI首席执行官Sam Altman在周一的一份声明中表示，Sarah和Kevin的丰富经验将使OpenAI能够扩大业务规模，制定下一阶段的增长战略，并确保团队有继续发展所需的资源。
Source: YAHOO
Reported about 1 year ago
Consumer optimism regarding the stock market soared to a three-year high in May 2024, marking the most positive outlook since May 2021. The latest survey from the Federal Reserve Bank of New York revealed a significant increase in the perceived probability of stock prices rising in the next 12 months. Concurrently, consumer expectations for inflation declined, with households' overall satisfaction with their financial situations improving. Despite concerns about market frothiness as stocks continue to climb, analysts are adjusting year-end S&P 500 targets upwards, emphasizing the ongoing positive corporate earnings outlook. Wall Street sentiment is described as 'not euphoric,' with Bank of America's sell-side indicator remaining in a 'neutral' range, indicating room for further upside potential.
Source: YAHOO
Reported about 1 year ago
GameStop的股價連續第二個交易日下跌，追加股權的影響力人物基斯·吉爾（Roaring Kitty）上週重返YouTube後未能激起對這家零售商的新一輪熱情。吉爾在YouTube播出的直播節目中揉雜著有關GameStop的談話以及幽默的金句，但股票價值仍持續下滑。GameStop計畫出售7500萬股，令股價繼續下跌。其他網紅股如AMC Entertainment和Koss的股價也在周一回落。GameStop股價在2024年迄今上漲約37％，但該家視頻遊戲零售商多年來一直虧損。
Source: YAHOO
Reported about 1 year ago
A round-up of the latest mock drafts for the 2024 NBA draft speculates on potential picks for the Philadelphia 76ers with the 16th selection. Prospects like Isaiah Collier from USC, Jared McCain from Duke, Bub Carrington from Pittsburgh, and Tristan da Silva from Colorado are being considered for their respective skills and potential impacts, offering insights into the team's decision-making process aiming for immediate help while also considering long-term development.
Source: YAHOO
Reported about 1 year ago
在本文中，美国联邦上诉法院驳回了Uber及其子公司Postmates复活挑战一项可能迫使公司将司机视为雇员而不是独立承包商的加利福尼亚法律的尝试。该法院支持下级法院裁决，称Uber未能证明2020年被称为AB5的州法律不公平地针对基于应用程序的交通公司，同时豁免其他行业。这项争论发生在更广泛的国家辩论之中，该辩论可能需要更多公司将其工人视为雇员而不是承包商。
Source: YAHOO
Reported about 1 year ago
Shailene Woodley wore a stunning pair of strappy Gianvito Rossi stilettos to the Peabody Awards, featuring black and shimmery silver colors, patent leather material, a triangular open-toe design, and a 4-inch sharp heel. Pairing the stilettos with a black dress, she showcased her fashionable red carpet style. Woodley is known for her choices in pumps and stilettos from various designers like Jimmy Choo and Stuart Weitzman, as well as comfortable looks like Moncler leather boots.
Source: YAHOO
Reported about 1 year ago
Free agent tight end Marcedes Lewis has officially signed a contract with the Chicago Bears for the upcoming season, as announced by the team. With 18 NFL seasons under his belt, Lewis brings valuable experience and skills to the Bears, ranking third all-time among tight ends in games played. His return will further strengthen the team's tight end position alongside Cole Kmet and Gerald Everett, providing a boost to their run-blocking capabilities.
Source: YAHOO
Reported about 1 year ago
Target is offering a stylish mini vest dress from A New Day for $35 that shoppers are raving about for being 'super cute' and high-quality. The dress, made of 'midweight' material, is described as fitted but not bodycon, perfect for various occasions including work or a weekend brunch. Comparing it to a similar style from Aritzia priced almost four times higher, the Target dress is praised for its upscale look at an affordable price, with reviews emphasizing its flattering fit and quickly selling out, prompting shoppers to grab it before it's gone.
Source: YAHOO
Reported about 1 year ago
Apple showcased its latest AI offerings at the Worldwide Developers Conference, while Southwest Airlines' stocks surged following news of activist investor Elliott Investment Management acquiring a $1.9 billion stake in the company, advocating for new leadership. Other notable tickers on Yahoo Finance include Nvidia, CrowdStrike Holdings, and Advanced Micro Devices. Guest highlights feature industry experts and analysts such as Ben Bajarin, Victoria Fernandez, Angelo Zino, Dan Flax, and David Sekera.
Source: YAHOO
Reported about 1 year ago
曾國城在緯來綜合台節目《女王大人》中分享借錢給朋友的經歷，透露因為借出200多萬元而失去了一位朋友，他老婆更是在臨盆前貸款給對方，最終對方未能如約還款連本帶利。曾國城提到即使對方每月還款1萬元也接受，但對方消失後多年未還款，令他感到不值。他形容這次經歷為重要教訓。
Source: YAHOO
Reported about 1 year ago
隨著嬰兒潮一代越來越希望在自己家中安享晚年，這種情況既受到老年房主的偏好支持，也受到升高的抵押貸款利率帶來的現實環境的支撐，這與希望進入住房市場的千禧一代的愿望相衝突，因為有限的庫存和高昂的成本使這些買家無法進入抵押貸款市場。根據《財富》近期發表的專欄，嬰兒潮一代約占美國所有房主的三分之一。如果他們的房屋已經支付清，特別是如果他們有低於2022年的房貸利率，則他們有動機待在那裡，該專欄指出，由於抵押貸款利率從疫情期間的歷史性低點飆升到去年十月達到二十多年來的最高點，無房貸相當於中樂透頭獎。
Source: YAHOO
Reported about 1 year ago
電影《Speed》於1994年問世，是其中的動作佳作。由Keanu Reeves和Sandra Bullock主演的本片仍然保持著耐人尋味的懸疑元素，跨越了不同時代的動作電影特色。Reeves的角色展現了超級警探的平凡之處，而Bullock也使影片在角色心理轉變上得到了突出。20世紀影業旗下的《Speed》以其真實的動作場面和引人入勝的劇情，成為一部不朽的荷李活動作經典。
Source: YAHOO
Reported about 1 year ago
據知名人士透露，票務轉售平台StubHub在截至3月底的一年中，營收達14億美元，無負債自由現金流達到5.05億美元，預估年初至今已賺得35億美元。公司正與高盛集團、摩根大通和美國美國銀行合作，計畫於7月前後進行首次公開募股。雖然尚未做出最絈決定，並且IPO的細節可能會有所改變，但StubHub的上市將帶來獨立競爭對手，並在美國司法部領導下的訴訟影響下，股票交易業勢如渦輪。
Source: YAHOO