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Related media - Latest news The U.S. labor market is expected to show signs of cooling in July, due to the gradual economic slowdown and the impact of Hurricane Beryl on hiring rates. The Labor Department’s July nonfarm payrolls report, due Friday at 8:30 a.m. ET, is expected to reflect this slight decline. However, the expected decline is in line with the Federal Reserve’s strategy for a controlled economic slowdown. “If the Fed was aiming for a soft landing, it looks like it’s done it,” said Mike Reynolds, vice president of investment strategy at Glenmede. “We’re seeing some weakness in…

Related media - Breaking news ALBA, FLORIDA — Investors saw significant moves in several stocks during today’s pre-market session. Here are some of the companies that saw the most notable changes: Hershey (Switzerland) Hershey shares rose X% after the company reported quarterly results that beat analysts' expectations. The company attributed the performance to increased sales of its premium products and effective cost management. Meta Platforms (META) Meta Platforms saw its stock price drop by X% pre-market after announcing higher-than-expected spending in its augmented and virtual reality division. Investors expressed concern about the impact of these investments on near-term profit margins.…

More news - Breaking news On July 9, 2024, U.S. Federal Reserve Chairman Jerome Powell delivered his semiannual monetary policy report to Congress, addressing banking, housing, and urban issues in the Senate. The focus of this week’s Federal Reserve meeting is more on future actions than immediate changes. As expected, policymakers are likely to keep current short-term interest rates in line with last year's levels. However, recent supportive inflation data has led to widespread speculation that the Fed may signal a willingness to cut interest rates starting in September. The degree of clarity provided in their forward guidance will be…

More news - Recent news At midday, several stocks posted significant price movements, capturing the attention of investors and analysts. Leading the pack were Walt Disney, Dexcom, McDonald's, and On Semiconductor, each influenced by a variety of factors ranging from earnings reports to strategic announcements. Walt Disney Walt Disney shares rose as the entertainment giant reported stronger-than-expected quarterly earnings, boosted by strong performances at its streaming services and theme parks. The company's strategic focus on content creation and digital expansion appears to be paying off, with subscriber growth beating market forecasts. Dexcom Dexcom saw its stock soar after unveiling a…

Related media - Breaking news Subway began phasing out its foot-long $5 sandwiches a decade ago. However, other fast-food chains have recently revived the $5 price tag to attract customers who have cut back on spending. As many restaurant companies prepare to report second-quarter results, investors expect to hear that customer visits have declined and sales have slowed, with a few exceptions like Chipotle. To boost next quarter's results, chains like McDonald's, Taco Bell, Burger King, and Wendy's have introduced or reintroduced $5 meal deals. McDonald's expects traffic to increase due to these promotions, although Wall Street remains skeptical that…

Related media - Breaking news DETROIT — General Motors has unveiled the latest version of its iconic sports car, the Chevrolet Corvette, set to become the most powerful model in the brand’s history. The 2025 Chevy Corvette ZR1 will feature a 5.5-liter twin-turbo V8 engine that produces over 1,000 horsepower and 828 pound-feet of torque. This significant increase in power positions the ZR1 among the elite supercars, typically priced in the hundreds of thousands of dollars. “This car accelerates like a freight train,” noted Tadge Juechter, Corvette’s executive chief engineer since 2006, at a recent media event. “We expect this…

Related media - Breaking news Warner Bros. Discovery has filed a lawsuit against the NBA to secure the rights to broadcast a package of live games, challenging the league’s decision to award those rights to Amazon. “Due to the NBA’s unjustified rejection of our game against a third-party offer, we have initiated legal proceedings to enforce our rights,” said TNT Sports, a unit of Warner Bros. Discovery. “We firmly believe this is not only our contractual right, but also the best service for fans who prefer our flexible and widely accessible platforms, including TNT and Max.” The media company seeks…