dLocal and Convera partner to enhance cross-border payments in emerging markets
Yahoo Finance· 2025-12-18 10:11
Cross-border payment platform dLocal and Convera have announced a strategic partnership to enhance cross-border payments in emerging markets, focusing initially on Colombia and expanding to Africa, Asia, and Latin America. This collaboration aims to address the challenges businesses face when sending funds internationally, such as slow settlement times, high costs, and outdated systems, which impact efficiency and growth in cross-border payments in emerging markets. Through their partnership, Convera an ...
Big Block Deals Produce Record Ceded Premiums In The U.S. Life Industry In Q3 2025
Seeking Alpha· 2025-12-18 10:10
Group 1 - The article does not provide any specific content related to a company or industry [1]
Aon’s NFP acquires Virginia-based Hamilton Insurance Agency
Yahoo Finance· 2025-12-18 10:08
Property and casualty insurance (P&C) broker NFP, an Aon company, has purchased Alan J. Zuccari, doing business as Hamilton Insurance Agency. Financial specifics of the deal remain undisclosed. Hamilton Insurance, based in Fairfax, Virginia, has been involved in the senior housing and long-term care insurance market for nearly five decades. The company, led by the Zuccari family, has provided insurance solutions, risk management, integrated benefits administration and digital tools for clients across t ...
ServiceNow (NYSE: NOW) Stock Split and Acquisition Impact
Financial Modeling Prep· 2025-12-18 10:05
ServiceNow executed a 1-for-5 stock split to make shares more accessible, yet faced an 11% decline post-announcement of a $7 billion acquisition of Armis Security.The acquisition aims to enhance cybersecurity offerings but led to an analyst downgrade and investor unease, impacting stock prices.ServiceNow (NYSE: NOW) is a prominent player in the enterprise software industry, specializing in digital workflows that enhance productivity and efficiency for businesses. The company is known for its cloud-based pla ...
Joby Aviation to double US air taxi production capacity by 2027
Gulf Business· 2025-12-18 10:04
Image: jobyaviation.comJoby Aviation has announced plans to double its manufacturing capacity in the United States as it prepares to scale production of its electric air taxis, targeting an output of four aircraft per month by 2027.The expansion comes amid growing momentum for advanced air mobility, supported by strong commercial interest and increasing regulatory backing. Joby has recently disclosed more than $1bn in potential aircraft and service sales, while the US government’s eVTOL Integration Pilot P ...
Bath & Body Works: Near-Term Outlook Still Poor, But Recovery Plan Has Merits (Upgrade)
Seeking Alpha· 2025-12-18 10:04
I downgraded to a sell rating for Bath & Body Works Inc. ( BBWI ) in September, with my key thesis being that demand is weak, elevated inventory meant potential margin pressure, and that the near-term earningsI'm a passionate investor with a strong foundation in fundamental analysis and a keen eye for identifying undervalued companies with long-term growth potential. My investment approach is a blend of value investing principles and a focus on long-term growth. I believe in buying quality companies at a di ...
Birkenstock beats quarterly revenue expectations
Reuters· 2025-12-18 10:04
Core Insights - German footwear brand Birkenstock exceeded Wall Street expectations for fourth-quarter revenue, driven by strong demand for its sandals and clogs among affluent consumers [1] Group 1 - Birkenstock's strong performance is attributed to increased sales from its popular sandal and clog lines [1] - The demand surge is particularly noted among affluent shoppers, indicating a potential trend in consumer spending behavior [1] - The results come ahead of a crucial holiday season, suggesting that the brand is well-positioned for continued growth [1]
Fannie and Freddie Add Billions to the Bond Market
Investing· 2025-12-18 10:03
Market Analysis by covering: S&P 500, State Street® Utilities Select Sector SPDR® ETF. Read 's Market Analysis on Investing.com ...
It’s time to take profits in silver after record-breaking run, these analysts say
Yahoo Finance· 2025-12-18 10:03
Some analysts think the silver price must succumb to gravity sooner or later - Getty Images The 126% surge in silver prices, almost double the growth of gold, has left some analysts wondering whether the rally has gone too far. Sameer Samana from the Wells Fargo Investment Institute and Brett Donnelly from independent research house Spectra Markets both feel that further gains may be more difficult to come by and silver ought to take a breather after its record-setting rally. Most Read from MarketWatch ...
It's time to take profits in silver after record-breaking run, these analysts say
MarketWatch· 2025-12-18 10:03
Histrorically, after years of 100% returns or better, the following twelve months are generally poor for silver. ...