Copper prices are one useful, under-the-radar indicator for investors to use as a gauge of U.S. economic health. Despite downward pressure on stock prices so far in 2022, copper prices have held up relatively well, a trend that has been reflected in the strength of underlying U.S. economic numbers.
Super Bowl LVI will feature a battle of quarterbacks that had strong college careers and were drafted first overall in the NFL Draft. Cincinnati Bengals quarterback Joe Burrow has the chance to become the first at his position to join a prestigious triple crown.
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Affirm’s shares cratered 21.42% Thursday, in part due to a snafu on Twitter.
Affirm (NASDAQ: AFRM) missed on second-quarter earnings today, as its revenue came in at $361 million vs. $328.8 million expected and loss per share came in at 57 cents.
There are several ways that a company can return wealth to its shareholders. Price appreciation and dividends are the two most common ways, but there are other ways a company can introduce returns to buyers. One method that is less common, or overlooked, is share buybacks.
Plant-based products are fast becoming a popular alternative to regular meat and dairy products, with companies such as Tyson Foods (NYSE: TSN) and Kellogg (NYSE: K) entering the space.
A series of on-campus events will bring entrepreneurs, state officials and thought leaders to brainstorm on how grads from HBCU (Historically Black Colleges and Universities) can enter the emerging cannabis industry.