US stocks advanced on Friday after softer inflation data bolstered optimism that the Federal Reserve will maintain its rate-cutting trajectory, reinforcing hopes of continued economic support and higher equity valuations. The Dow Jones Industrial Average rose 228 points, or 0.5%, while the S&P 500 gained 0.6% to hit a new record. ...

As the third-quarter earnings season gains momentum, investors are watching for companies that consistently outperform Wall Street forecasts and deliver post-report stock gains. Historical data shows ... ...

The US consumer price index (CPI) rose 0.3% in September from the previous month, bringing the annual inflation rate to 3%, the Labor Department said on Friday. The reading came in marginally below economists' expectations of a 0.4% monthly gain and a 3.1% annual increase, according to a Dow Jones survey. ...

India's antitrust battle with Apple is intensifying after Tinder-owner Match Group urged the Competition Commission of India (CCI) to take firm action against what it calls "excessive†in-app purchase... ...

The latest US sanctions on two of the largest Russian oil companies are likely to shake up the market. This week, oil prices surged following the Trump administration's announcement of sanctions targ... ...

Procter & Gamble (NYSE: PG) reported stronger-than-expected fiscal first-quarter earnings and revenue on Friday, driven by higher demand for its beauty and grooming products. The consumer goods giant ... ...

Shares of Ford Motor Co. rose more than 4% in premarket trading on Friday after the automaker beat Wall Street's third-quarter earnings expectations, even as it cut its 2025 guidance due to production... ...

Intel shares jumped nearly 10% in Frankfurt and were up more than 8% in US pre-market trading on Friday after the chipmaker reported better-than-expected third-quarter results, marking its first profi... ...

Core Points - The European Union has charged Meta Platforms Inc. for allegedly failing to properly handle illegal content on Facebook and Instagram, marking the bloc's first such accusation against a major social media company [1] Group 1 - The charge indicates a significant regulatory scrutiny on Meta Platforms Inc. regarding its content moderation practices [1] - This action reflects the EU's ongoing efforts to enforce stricter regulations on social media platforms to ensure compliance with legal standards [1] - The case could set a precedent for future regulatory actions against other social media companies operating within the EU [1]

NatWest share price continued its strong bull run this week and reached its highest point since 2008. It has jumped by 62% from its lowest point this year, pushing its market cap to over $60 billion. ...