• Sat, February 8, 2025

by: TechCrunch

European AI startups raised $8B in 2024

France will host the Artificial Intelligence Action Summit, with heads of state flocking to Paris to meet global tech leaders. They'll

by: Reuters

Uber shares jump to three-month high after Bill Ackman builds $2 billion stake

Shares of Uber Technologies jumped to a three-month high on Friday after billionaire hedge fund manager Bill Ackman announced that he had taken a stake worth about $2.3 billion in the ride-sharing platform.

by: Kiplinger

Ten IRS Audit Red Flags for Self-Employed Individuals

There's no sure way to predict an IRS audit, but if you're self-employed, these ten "red flags" could increase your chances of drawing unwanted attention from the IRS.

by: businessday

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by: AOL

Challenges to Illinois' pending interchange law continue to play out in court

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by: Forbes

Smart Financial Decisions Made Simple

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by: Yahoo

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by: MSN

Mohawk Industries, Inc. (NYSE:MHK) Q4 2024 Earnings Call Transcript

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by: Forbes

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by: Reuters

US drillers add oil and gas rigs for second week in a row, Baker Hughes says

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by: TechCrunch

Pinterest lists DEI attacks as possible business risk in latest filing

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by: AOL

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by: MSN

Patrick Industries, Inc. (NASDAQ:PATK) Q4 2024 Earnings Call Transcript

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by: Reuters

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by: MSN

Inside the world's best city for business where 244,000 millionaires and 30 billionaires live

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by: MSN

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by: MSN

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by: MSN

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by: MSN

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by: MSN

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by: MSN

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by: MSN

Bob's Red Mill closing retail store, cafe in Milwaukie

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by: MSN

Trump Is Unraveling the World Order With Unprecedented Speed

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by: MSN

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Along a busy four-lane road in Kaga, Japan, situated between strip malls and rice fields, is a firewood business called Kuberu, meaning "to stoke a fire." On many weekends, when the weather is pleasant,

by: MSN

Top Cryptos to Buy This Month - Explore Qubetics' Wallet Innovation, Cronos' Stronghold, and Polkadot's Cross-Chain Dominance

Top Cryptos to Buy This Month - Explore Qubetics' presale, Cronos' stronghold, and Polkadot's innovation. Find out why these picks are worth considering.

by: MSN

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by: MSN

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by: MSN

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by: MSN

How Will Chinese Tariffs Impact Forced Labor Enforcement?

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by: MSN

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by: MSN

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by: MSN

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by: MSN

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by: MSN

Popular brand files for Chapter 11 bankruptcy, closing all stores

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by: MSN

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Q4 2024 Earnings Call Transcript February 7, 2025 Operator: Hello, and welcome to the Reinsurance Group of America's fourth quarter 2024 earnings conference call. All participants will be in listen-only mode.

by: MSN

Victory Capital Holdings, Inc. (NASDAQ:VCTR) Q4 2024 Earnings Call Transcript

Q4 2024 Earnings Call Transcript February 7, 2025 Operator: Good morning and welcome to the Victory Capital fourth quarter 2024 earnings conference call. All callers are in listen-only mode. Following the company's prepared remarks,

by: MSN

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by: MSN

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by: MSN

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by: MSN

3 Top Growth Stocks to Buy in February

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by: MSN

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by: MSN

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by: MSN

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by: MSN

How Maryland's oldest HBCU got its start

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by: MSN

Let's talk business: Residential real estate recap for 2024, CSU Pueblo shares big news

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by: MSN

Strattec Security Corporation (NASDAQ:STRT) Q2 2025 Earnings Call Transcript

Q2 2025 Earnings Call Transcript February 7, 2025 Operator: Greetings, and welcome to the Strattec Security Corporation's Second Quarter Fiscal Year 2025 Financial Results. At this time, all participants are in listen-only mode.
  • Sun, February 9, 2025

by: MSN

'Devastating and unexpected': 400+ let go as GM ends business with Jack Cooper

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by: MSN

Coinbase stock forecast: are COIN and CONY buys into earnings

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Pinterest lists DEI attacks as possible business risk in latest filing

Pinterest listed the latest attacks on diversity, equity, and inclusion as a possible business risk in its latest 10-K filing. The company wrote in
In a recent SEC filing, Pinterest has identified attacks on its diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) initiatives as a potential business risk. The company acknowledges that negative reactions to its DEI efforts could lead to public relations issues, loss of users, and reduced engagement on its platform. This acknowledgment comes amidst a broader cultural and political debate over corporate DEI programs, with some critics arguing that such initiatives can be divisive or discriminatory. Pinterest's mention of this risk highlights the company's awareness of the potential backlash and its implications for business operations, brand reputation, and financial performance. The filing also notes that the company continuously monitors and adapts its strategies to mitigate these risks, emphasizing the importance of maintaining a positive and inclusive environment for all users.

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