Merck tops earnings estimates on strong demand for Keytruda, new drugs even as HPV vaccine sales fall
The company saw strong sales from its top-selling cancer drug Keytruda, recently launched treatments and its animal health business.
Microsoft CFO says OpenAI investment will cut into profit this quarter
Microsoft has invested over $13 billion in OpenAI, a bet that’s weighing on the company’s profitability.
Starbucks will stop charging extra for dairy alternatives
The change to Starbucks’ policy could save some U.S. customers more than 10% on their drinks.
CDC says 90 people affected in E. coli outbreak linked to McDonald’s Quarter Pounders
The CDC believes the risk to the public is “very low” due to the actions taken by McDonald’s and Taylor Farms to remove slivered onions from affected locations.
EBay stock sinks after lackluster Q4 guidance, election distraction
EBay reported better-than-expected earnings for the third quarter, but the results were overshadowed by a disappointing forecast for the current period.
Carvana raises 2024 earnings guidance after topping Wall Street’s Q3 expectations
Carvana said its adjusted EBITDA would be “significantly above the high end” of its previous target of $1 billion to $1.2 billion.
Starbucks CEO pledges to fundamentally change strategy as sales fall for third straight quarter
Investors are expecting that Niccol will share more details about his turnaround strategy during the company’s conference call, scheduled for 5 p.m. ET.
Never mind the 60/40 portfolio. There may be a case for a 50/30/20 allocation
Investors seeking to diversify from a stock and bond market that are each flashing cautionary signals are starting to look at alternatives.
Trump, GOP allies escalate election fraud conspiracies in Pennsylvania
Pennsylvania is one of the most competitive swing states in the presidential race between Republican nominee Donald Trump and Democratic nominee Kamala Harris.
United Airlines raises spending requirements to earn frequent flyer status
United Airlines customers will have to spend and fly more to earn elite benefits next year.
