AI has been the hot topic throughout the world during 2025. We’ve seen any and everyone take on the AI discussion, and after a few years of testing, we’re seeing the technology finally find its niche, while understanding what it may not be best at.Throughout AI’s journey from a world changing invention to a humble work assistant, HR Daily Advisor has reported on the most pressing news HR professionals need to know about it. Check out our top AI stories from 2025 below! The conversation about generative AI ( ...

Darden Restaurants has reported sales growth for its fiscal 2026 (FY2026) second quarter (Q2) and lifted its revenue outlook for the full year. The company’s sales totalled $3.1bn in the three months to 23 November, a 7.3% increase from the prior year. Same-store sales grew 4.3%, supported by gains across major brands. Olive Garden, Darden’s largest chain, recorded a 4.7% rise in same-restaurant sales while LongHorn Steakhouse logged a 5.9% rise. The group’s “other business” segment posted same-store ...

US-based Talon Metals has entered into a definitive share purchase agreement with Lundin Mining to acquire 100% of Lundin Mining US, the subsidiary that indirectly owns the Eagle Mine and Humboldt Mill. The deal will see Lundin Mining receive 275.2 million Talon shares, representing 18.4% of Talon’s issued and outstanding shares upon completion. The share consideration is valued at approximately $83.7m (C$115.43m). Upon closing, Lundin Mining’s total holding in Talon will increase to 19.99% of Talon’s ...

Group 1: Infosys Performance - Infosys shares increased by 5.3% in the last trading session, closing at $19.18, with notable trading volume [1] - The stock has also gained 5.3% over the past four weeks, driven by positive sentiment from rival Accenture's strong earnings [1] - The consensus EPS estimate for Infosys for the upcoming quarter is $0.20, reflecting a year-over-year increase of 5.3%, with expected revenues of $5.09 billion, up 3.1% from the previous year [2] Group 2: Earnings Estimates and Trends - The consensus EPS estimate for Infosys has remained unchanged over the last 30 days, indicating a lack of upward momentum in earnings estimate revisions [3] - The stock currently holds a Zacks Rank of 3 (Hold), suggesting a neutral outlook [3] - The performance of ASGN Inc, another company in the same industry, shows a 20.5% return in the past month, indicating potential strength in the IT services sector [3]

US sportswear retailer Nike reported its fiscal 2026 second-quarter (Q2) financial results for the three months ended 30 November 2025, posting revenues of $12.42bn. Revenue increased 1% on a reported basis and was flat on a currency-neutral basis. Net income for the quarter fell 32% to $792m, with a diluted earnings per share (EPS) of $0.53. The company’s gross margin narrowed by 300 basis points to 40.6%, a decline it attributed mainly to increased tariffs in North America. Wholesale revenues increa ...

Eightcap Insights:. Photo by BeInCrypto The final quarter of 2025 has been a crucible for digital assets. Following the largest single-day liquidation event in history, the cryptocurrency market finds itself in a state of profound psychological flux. Beneath the surface noise of price crashes and sharp volatility, a significant, and perhaps defining, structural divergence has emerged: retail sentiment is paralyzed by fear, while institutional capital is quietly, but aggressively, accumulating. This diverg ...

The yen weakened past 157.10 against the dollar after Ueda spoke, suggesting that traders were looking for stronger messaging around further hikes ahead. It was trading around 155.80 before the decision.“The decision statement describes rates as “at significantly low levels,” even as they edge toward the BOJ’s 1% estimate for the lower bound of neutral. That suggests the bank now sees neutral as higher, giving it room to tighten further.”“Of course it would be great if we can have a better idea of where the ...

Company Overview - Ralph Lauren (RL) is a renowned American apparel and accessories company recognized globally for its lifestyle products [1] - The company offers a wide range of products including apparel for men, women, and children, as well as footwear and accessories like eyewear [1] Investment Perspective - The focus is on identifying undervalued stocks with promising potential, emphasizing a balance between risk and reward [1] - The belief is that the best investment ideas are often the simplest, and a contrarian approach may yield better results [1]

Shares of Oracle Corp (NYSE:ORCL) rose sharply in pre-market trading.TikTok has signed binding agreements with a group of investors, including Oracle, Silver Lake and Emirati investment firm MGX, to form a new TikTok U.S. entity, reported The Associated Press, citing an internal memo. The deal is expected to close Jan. 22.Oracle shares jumped 5.7% to $190.23 in the pre-market trading session.Here are some other stocks moving in pre-market trading.GainersVision Marine Technologies Inc (NASDAQ:VMAR) surged 48 ...

Kering has signed an agreement for the acquisition of Raselli Franco Group, an Italian manufacturer of luxury jewellery. The owner of Gucci will initially acquire 20% of the family-owned business as part of a staged transaction that may lead to full ownership by 2032. Kering is set to purchase the initial holding in the first quarter of 2026 for €115m ($134.78m), subject to customary closing conditions and regulatory approvals. Kering CEO Luca de Meo said: “This acquisition marks a strategic milestone ...