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Pope Leo warns in France that AI is creating 'paradise of machines'

Pope Leo urged the world to reconsider the development of artificial intelligence, warning of a future where "a…

New study reveals the estate-planning choices that are likely to pit heirs against each other

The study identified contested trust disputes by examining thousands of civil filings that were scheduled to come…

Trump and Xi dined with AI's biggest names. Here's what we know about tech talks so far

AI was a key topic during Trump-Xi talks on Thursday, after safety concerns shot to the top of the global geopolitical…

Here's who attended the Trump-Xi state dinner

U.S. President Donald Trump hosted a dinner Thursday for Chinese President Xi Jinping.

Beware borrowing costs: The jump in yields could hit these debt-laden stocks the most

Ten-year Treasury yields are close to a 20-year high. That could hurt stocks that have large amounts of debt coming…

Using BNPL for bills? Here’s what to try first, plus other ways to cover expenses

When it comes to your bills, consider a payment plan before resorting to BNPL. For other expenses, a balance transfer…

Watch out. Bank of America sees parallels between 2022 and now

The bond market is giving 2022 vibes right now, and not in a positive way, according to Bank of America.

Iran offers to reopen Strait of Hormuz within 7 days and restart nuclear talks

The remarks came as the Houthis launched a new wave of missile and drone attacks at Saudi targets Friday morning.

CEO who posted 'Lake America' sweatshirt photos is no longer with the company

Smith on Sept. 11 had posted an allegedly AI-edited photo on Facebook of her family dressed in "Lake America"…

Top 10 things to watch in the stock market Friday

Stocks are heading for a higher open, and the S&P 500 and Nasdaq are poised to post winning weeks.

Russia could attack a NATO country within months, Danish intelligence warns

The new threat assessment joins a growing chorus of Russia warnings from top European security officials and lawmakers…

Novo is betting on its next chapter as Eli Lilly gains more ground in GLP-1s

As Novo works to turn itself around, some analysts say Lilly has advantages that could help it maintain its position at…

'Risks are rising' for Nike's turnaround, Bank of America says. Sell shares now

Nike is facing challenges that are very risky as it attempts to turn around its struggling business, making its stock a…

Here are Friday's biggest analyst calls: Nvidia, SpaceX, Apple, Tesla, Meta, AMD, BP, Costco, Nike & more

Here are Friday's biggest calls on Wall Street.

Costco just reported strong earnings. Goldman Sachs sees a sharp move higher for the stock

The investment bank has a buy on the wholesale stock.

Stocks making the biggest moves premarket: Akamai, Synopsys, Nike & more

These are the stocks posting the largest moves premarket.

Surging Treasury yields pose a brand new problem for Kevin Warsh and the Fed

Markets expect the central bank will take a firmer hand on inflation. It's not that easy.

JPMorgan says buy this sports data stock that looks cheap

The investment bank initiated coverage of the sports data and technology stock with an overweight rating.

Warsh's regime change at the Fed pushes ahead – and meets resistance

Fed Chairman Kevin Warsh is driving rapid change in some areas, while his emerging policy framework suggests further…

China saw 'surprise' jump in U.S. orders ahead of Trump-Xi summit, private survey shows

A private survey shows a rebound in China's exports to the U.S. as companies position for continued stability between…

Pharma stock soars 150% on injectables deal with Wegovy maker Novo

Shares in Swedish microcap stock Nanexa more than doubled after the drug-delivery group revealed a licensing deal with…

Crypto platform Bitget suspects North Korea is responsible for $352 million hack

Virginia tech firm's CEO, Russian national charged with hiding firm's Russian ties from U.S. government

Oxygen Forensics counted numerous U.S. government agencies among its customers but lied for years about who really…

An absence of significant economic slowdown doesn't mean no signs of stagflation risks. Here's why

Keep watch for signs of stagflation, even if there isn't a significant slowdown in the economy, according to J.P.…

U.S. government seeks to join Elon Musk in challenge against EU's fine on X

The U.S. formally sought to join Elon Musk’s legal challenge against an EU fine imposed on his social media platform X.

Oracle Japan shares surge 7% after record fiscal first quarter, bucking selloff of U.S. parent

Oracle Japan shares surged after the company reported record fiscal first-quarter sales and profits.

Tesla poised to scale production of heavy-duty Semi trucks with opening of Nevada factory

Elon Musk's automaker is set to open its first heavy-duty truck factory in Sparks, Nevada, as Tesla seeks to expand its…

China's Xi urges U.S. to cooperate on AI

U.S. President Donald Trump hosted Chinese President Xi Jinping on Thursday at the White House.

Atlanta is getting pandas: China's Xi revives a longtime diplomatic strategy at summit with U.S.

Chinese President Xi Jinping promised two giant pandas to Zoo Atlanta, reviving Beijing's decades-old charm offensive.

Costco makes progress on a key membership metric. Here's our new price target on the stock

Costco's membership renewal rates moved in the right direction. But the debate isn't totally settled just yet.

Polymarket countersues New York state over ‘unregulated gambling’ allegation

State attorney general Letitia James claims Polymarket has violated the state's gambling laws.

Here's why South Korea wants more control over future regional wars

The U.S. would command South Korean units should conflict resume on the Korean peninsula. Now the government wants to…

Mark Zuckerberg debuts $1,299 Meta VR Glasses and Muse Charm pendant as part of AI agent push

At Meta Connect, CEO Mark Zuckerberg revealed new VR Glasses and the Muse Charm gadget for AI agents.

30-year fixed mortgage rate jumps sharply Thursday to 7.45%

The 30-year fixed rate surged to 7.45%, the highest level since April 2024 as bonds sold off and yields rose.

Meta gets to consumer AI device market before OpenAI, but Zuckerberg's strategy remains unproven

Meta CEO Mark Zuckerberg's new Muse Charm device is intended to put his company ahead of rivals like OpenAI and Google…

Trump, Xi to attend state dinner after White House meeting

Trump greeted China's Xi at Joint Base Andrews, marking the U.S. president's first time traveling to the facility to…