US stock futures rose Wednesday ahead of Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell's final speech, with markets expecting interest rates to remain unchanged. Key stocks showed mixed performances: Robinhood shares dropped after missing revenue estimates, Starbucks surged on strong quarterly results, and Amazon and Alphabet prepared to report earnings. Analysts remain optimistic about the market's resilience, driven by strong corporate earnings and AI investments, despite geopolitical tensions and energy cost concerns. Investors await economic data releases and the Fed's interest rate decision later in the day.
Flight searches from the UK to destinations along the path of the August 12, 2026 solar eclipse have surged, with increases up to 201% for Spain's Cantabrian Coast and over 100% for Reykjavik, Iceland. This eclipse is notable as the first visible tot...
Oakmark Fund highlighted its positive outlook on the airline industry, particularly Delta Air Lines, expecting improved profitability after recent fuel price shocks. The fund also initiated new positions in Booking Holdings and Equitable Holdings, bo...
