Volvo Cars experienced a significant uptick in its annual operating profit during the second quarter, leading to a surge in its stock prices. The core operating profit for the quarter reached 8.2 billion Swedish kronor, marking a substantial 28% increase from the previous year. This record figure for an individual quarter showcases the company’s ability
The looming crisis of Social Security’s dwindling funds is becoming an increasingly pressing issue. The combined trust funds are projected to last only until 2035, after which 83% of benefits may be payable, according to the program’s trustees. The fund specifically designated for retirement benefits is expected to run out even sooner, in 2033, at
Federal Reserve Governor Christopher Waller has expressed optimism in potential interest rate cuts in the near future, as long as there are no major surprises in inflation and employment data. He believes that the current data trends are aligned with achieving a “soft landing” and suggests that a rate cut might be warranted in the
Housing remains the most significant expense for consumers in the U.S., with high rents and home prices posing obstacles for potential homebuyers. However, access to affordable credit presents another significant roadblock. An estimated 50 million Americans fall into the category of “credit invisible,” meaning they do not have a credit file or score. This lack
General Motors recently announced that they will be ramping up production of the Cadillac Escalade V-Series for the 2025 model year. This comes as part of a series of updates to the popular luxury SUV, which has been a flagship model for Cadillac for the past 25 years. The new 2025 model will feature a
The stock market has experienced significant growth since the last monthly meeting in June, with the Federal Reserve’s potential interest rate cut contributing to new highs in various stock indices. The Dow Jones, S&P 500, and Nasdaq Composite all reached all-time highs recently, reflecting the bullish sentiment among traders. The probability of a rate cut
In the past week, mortgage rates have plummeted to their lowest level since March, prompting a significant surge in refinancing applications. The Mortgage Bankers Association reported a 15% increase in refinance applications compared to the previous week, reaching the highest level seen since August 2022. This jump in demand was an astounding 37% higher than
Adidas experienced a surge in their stock shares after the announcement of an increase in their full-year 2024 earnings guidance. The sportswear company exceeded expectations with their preliminary results for the second quarter, causing an upward trend in their stock value. Shares of Adidas rose by 4.42% at 9:07 a.m. London time following the announcement.
ASML, the Dutch semiconductor company, reported second-quarter earnings and sales that surpassed expectations, fueled by the growing interest in artificial intelligence chips. Net sales stood at 6.24 billion euros, exceeding the 6.03 billion euros that analysts had predicted. Similarly, net profit reached 1.58 billion euros, higher than the estimated 1.43 billion euros. This positive performance
The International Monetary Fund (IMF) issued a warning about the increasing upside risks to inflation which could potentially impact the Federal Reserve’s decision on interest rate cuts. In its latest World Economic Outlook update, the IMF highlighted that the momentum on global disinflation is slowing down, indicating potential obstacles in the path ahead. The report
