Please see the reconciliations of non-GAAP financial measures attached in today's slide presentation, which supplement our GAAP disclosures. I will now turn the call over to Ingrid. Thank you, Jason. Good morning, good afternoon, everyone, and thank youSuch statements include statements regarding the company's anticipated financial and operating performance, future events, and expectations, and may involve known and unknown risks and uncertainties. For a summary of specific risk factors that could cause res ...

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Core Insights - The IRS estimates that approximately 117.6 million taxpayers are owed refunds totaling $461.2 billion in fiscal year 2024 [1] Refund Processing Times - Most refunds are processed within 21 days of receiving a return, but various factors can affect this timeline [2] - E-filing and opting for direct deposit can expedite the refund process, while paper returns, especially those claiming certain credits, may take longer [3] Checking Refund Status - Taxpayers can check their refund status online through the IRS website or the IRS2Go app, with status updates available within 24 hours for e-filed returns or up to four weeks for paper returns [6] Refund Status Updates - The IRS provides several status updates: "Return received" indicates the return has been received, "Refund approved" means the return is processed and a refund is pending, and "Refund sent" confirms the funds have been dispatched [8][9][12] Common Reasons for Delayed Refunds - Errors or incomplete information on tax returns can lead to delays as the IRS may require an amended return [14] - Claiming the Earned Income Tax Credit or Additional Child Tax Credit can also delay processing, as these refunds cannot be issued until mid-February [15] - Filing a paper return can result in longer wait times for refunds [16] - Potential identity theft or fraud may cause delays, necessitating further investigation [17] Contacting the IRS - Taxpayers should consider contacting the IRS if their refund is late, particularly if it has been more than 21 days since e-filing or more than six weeks since mailing a return [19][20]

Core Insights - UnitedHealth Group faced significant challenges in the previous year, including leadership changes and a government investigation into its Medicare billing practices [1] - The company has taken proactive measures to address its issues, including the return of former CEO Stephen Hemsley and the initiation of an independent study to improve its processes [2] - Rising healthcare costs and increased service utilization have negatively impacted UnitedHealth's earnings growth, prompting the company to adjust its pricing and cut certain plans [5] Company Actions - UnitedHealth's independent study found its processes to be "robust," while also providing recommendations for further improvement [7] - The company aims to focus on execution and anticipates increased momentum in its growth trajectory through 2027 [6] Industry Challenges - A new challenge has emerged with the Trump administration's proposal to keep Medicare Advantage payment rates flat in 2027, which could affect the profitability of insurers [8] - The proposed increase in payment rates by only 0.09% for the upcoming year raises concerns about the financial sustainability of insurers like UnitedHealth [8]

Work continues with the Port of Houston expansion project, we expect completion of our upgrades to the grain elevator in Q2 of 2026. And the soybean meal export capacity should be online in late Q3 of 2026. After completing the first phase of the mineral processing facility in Carlsbad, New Mexico, we are adding processing capabilities in a second phase, scheduled to be complete in the second quarter. We continue the buildout of our corn and wheat light processing capabilities strategically located within o ...

Feb 18 (Reuters) - Starbucks faced fresh pressure on Wednesday from a coalition of investors including public-sector pension funds that urged shareholders ‌to vote against the reelection of two directors, citing persistent failure ‌to manage labor relations. The move against Starbucks' lead independent director, Jorgen Vig Knudstorp, and Beth ​Ford, chair of the board's Nominating and Corporate Governance Committee, comes as the company is locked in a prolonged effort to reach a collective agreement with ...

Our investments targeting solutions for AI's massive performance requirements are generating substantial returns in two distinct parts of ADI, our automated test equipment and data center businesses, which collectively make up close to 20% of our revenue. Now let me begin with automated test equipment or ATE. Revenue increased approximately 40% in fiscal 2025 and further accelerated in 2026, fueled by several factors. ADI's ATE portfolio sits at the heart of the most complex semiconductor production test sy ...

During the earnings call, Armstrong stated that the company has the ability to launch its own prediction market business , beyond serving as a retail distributor for platforms like Kalshi .Another key on-chain metric is Bitcoin Exchange Reserve. Notice how they spiked sharply before Bitcoin’s sell-off, then steadily dropped, indicating that investors are withdrawing coins for long-term HODLing.Retail users on Coinbase have been very resilient during these market conditions, according to our data: – They've ...

Venmo is a convenient platform for sending, receiving, and requesting money. But if you use Venmo for certain types of transactions, you could be on the hook for taxes. The good news is that personal transactions on the payment platform typically don’t generate tax liability. But when you use Venmo for business purposes or the sale of goods for a profit, you'll need to prepare for a tax bill. If you’re confused about how taxes work on Venmo, keep reading. You’ll learn which Venmo transactions the Interna ...

Core Insights - The Middle East and Africa (MEA) are at different stages of enterprise technology maturity, with 2025 providing a glimpse into future developments [1] - AI, competition between the US and China, and increased satellite connectivity are driving the adoption of mature-market solutions in MEA, making it a key growth region for multinational corporations [2] Group 1: AI and Cloud Technology - There is a growing presence of large-scale data centers and AI infrastructure in MEA, with Saudi Arabia and the UAE leading the way in AI initiatives and partnerships [3] - AI is being discussed as a means to save costs and improve efficiencies across various sectors, with a focus on automating workflows [4] - Cloud computing access has significantly increased in MEA, intensifying competition between US hyperscalers and Chinese vendors [4] Group 2: Local Engagement and Language Support - US-China competition has led to extensive training programs for local MEA students and employees, aiming to integrate them into tech ecosystems [5] - Software and large language models (LLMs) are increasingly accommodating local languages, including Arabic and lesser-known dialects, to better serve the MEA market [5]