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Micron Technology Inc. is set to report its fiscal first-quarter earnings after market close on Wednesday, with investors closely watching whether the memory-chip maker can exceed already-strong expec... ...

China has slapped import duties on EU pork for five years but at lower rates than the preliminary tariffs announced three months ago. Effective from today (17 December), China’s Ministry of Commerce has imposed duties ranging from 4.9% to 19.8% on EU pork and pork by-products in an anti-dumping dispute stretching back to June 2024. China launched its initial investigation in the summer of 2024 claiming EU member states were exporting pork into the Asian country at prices that put local producers at an u ...

Key Points After hitting an all-time high near $5,000 earlier this year, Ethereum has fallen back to the $3,000 price level. Given that Ethereum continues to be the leader in decentralized finance (DeFi), it may be undervalued right now. A lofty price target of $62,000 assumes that Bitcoin will be able to almost triple in value by early 2026. 10 stocks we like better than Ethereum › Ethereum (CRYPTO: ETH) may be down 40% from its all-time high of $4,954 from earlier this year, but that's not stop ...

Core Insights - Warner Bros Discovery's board rejected a $108.4 billion hostile bid from Paramount Skydance, citing insufficient financing assurances [1] Group 1 - The bid from Paramount Skydance was valued at $108.4 billion [1] - The rejection was based on the failure to provide adequate financing assurances [1]

This story was originally published on ESG Dive. To receive daily news and insights, subscribe to our free daily ESG Dive newsletter. Dive Brief: The European Parliament voted Tuesday to approve a political agreement altering the scope and requirements of the European Union’s corporate sustainability reporting laws: the Corporate Sustainability Reporting Directive and Corporate Sustainability Due Diligence Directive. The co-legislating body for the European Union agreed to adopt the text of a deal the E ...

Core Viewpoint - The Warner Bros. Discovery (WBD) Board recommends stockholders approve the merger agreement with Netflix, viewing it as the best option for long-term value, while urging rejection of the unsolicited offer from Paramount Skydance Corporation (PSKY) [1][2][5] Financial Details - The merger agreement values the transaction at $27.75 per WBD share, totaling an enterprise value of approximately $82.7 billion, with an equity value of $72.0 billion [2][6] - WBD stockholders will receive $23.25 per share in cash and $4.50 per share in Netflix stock, along with additional value from the separation of WBD's Global Linear Networks business, Discovery Global, planned for Q3 2026 [7][2] Strategic Rationale - The merger is positioned as pro-consumer, pro-innovation, and pro-growth, enhancing value for both stockholders and consumers [3][19] - Netflix aims to leverage Warner Bros.' theatrical film division, television studio, and HBO brand to strengthen its content offerings and expand its global reach [3][19][20] Market Position - Netflix currently holds a 8.0% share in U.S. TV viewership, while a combined Netflix-HBO/HBO Max would increase this to 9.2%, still trailing behind YouTube and Disney [12][13] - The competitive landscape is highlighted, with Netflix and Warner Bros. complementing each other, providing opportunities for creators and enhancing the overall entertainment industry [19][20] Operational Commitments - Netflix commits to maintaining traditional theatrical releases for Warner Bros. films, ensuring a focus on prestige television and high-quality storytelling [21][22] - The merger is expected to create more opportunities for creators and enhance the production capabilities of both companies, with a focus on original programming [20][19]

Warner Bros. Discovery today urged shareholders to reject Paramount‘s hostile $108 billion takeover proposal, saying Netflix‘s previously accepted offer remains superior. In a 3-page letter, WBD laid out its concerns about a number of aspects of Paramount’s offer. One of its primary issues is the repeated insistence by Paramount that its offer is backstopped by the Ellison family fortune. Larry Ellison, the father of Paramount CEO David Ellison, is a financial backer of the transaction and, as co-founder o ...

Core Insights - Amazon is in early discussions to invest up to $10 billion in OpenAI, potentially valuing the AI lab at over $500 billion [1][3] - This investment aligns with Amazon's strategy to diversify its AI initiatives, having previously invested $8 billion in Anthropic, a competitor to OpenAI [2] - OpenAI's transition to a for-profit model allows it greater flexibility to engage with investors beyond Microsoft, which holds a 27% stake [3] Investment Dynamics - The potential deal between Amazon and OpenAI reflects a trend where major hardware manufacturers and cloud providers collaborate with emerging AI companies, facilitating mutual benefits [4] - OpenAI has previously made strategic investments, including a $350 million equity investment in CoreWeave, which in turn purchased chips from Nvidia, enhancing both companies' revenue streams [5] - In October, OpenAI acquired a 10% stake in AMD and entered into a chip usage agreement with Broadcom, further solidifying its partnerships in the tech ecosystem [5]

Core Insights - The article discusses the introduction of "Trump Accounts," a new savings initiative aimed at providing financial support for children, particularly targeting lower-income families [1][6][30] Group 1: Program Overview - Trump Accounts will offer a one-time $1,000 contribution from the U.S. Treasury for eligible children born between January 1, 2025, and December 31, 2028 [24][29] - The program requires parents to fill out IRS Form 4547 to establish an account, which may deter participation due to the complexity of tax paperwork [3][6][31] - Contributions to Trump Accounts cannot be made before July 4, 2026, and the accounts will be limited to investments in broad U.S. equity index funds with low fees [5][27] Group 2: Participation and Enrollment - Automatic enrollment, similar to 401(k) plans, is not currently available for Trump Accounts, which may lead to lower participation rates [1][6] - Research suggests that participation could reach 40% to 50% with significant promotional efforts, but may decline if awareness is low [2][9] - The program aims to encourage families to save for their children's future, with additional contributions possible from family members and charitable organizations [28][29] Group 3: Financial Implications - The Dells have committed $6.25 billion to support Trump Accounts, providing an additional $250 for eligible children in specific ZIP codes [17][20] - The annual contribution limit for Trump Accounts is set at $5,000 per child, with cost-of-living adjustments after 2027 [29] - The initiative is seen as a potential tool for building long-term financial security and addressing wealth inequality among families [20][30]