ARMONK, N.Y., Jan. 30, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- The IBM (NYSE: IBM) board of directors has elected Ramon L. Laguarta to the board, effective March 1, 2026. Ramon L. Laguarta, 62, is the chairman and chief executive officer of PepsiCo. With a strong commitment to performance and leadership, Mr. Laguarta has led PepsiCo, a global food and beverage leader, since 2018. He has played a pivotal role in PepsiCo's portfolio and cultural transformation. Arvind Krishna, IBM chairman, president and chief executive office ...

分组1 - President Trump has nominated former Fed Governor Kevin Worsh to lead the Federal Reserve, aiming to transform the central bank [1][2][5] - Worsh is recognized for his hawkish stance during his previous tenure, particularly advocating for rate hikes in response to the 2008 housing crisis [2][4] - The business community, including leaders from UPS and Chevron, has expressed strong support for Worsh's nomination, highlighting his qualifications and experience [5][16] 分组2 - Market analysts believe that Worsh's appointment will be positively received, viewing him as a pragmatist rather than a strict hawk [6][11] - Worsh's past actions indicate a willingness to adapt monetary policy based on current economic conditions, which is seen as beneficial for market stability [8][28] - There is speculation that Worsh may move away from forward guidance and quantitative easing strategies, which could allow for more nimble responses to economic changes [17][19][30] 分组3 - The Federal Reserve's balance sheet has expanded significantly from approximately $800 billion pre-financial crisis to around $9 trillion, raising concerns about future reductions [23][24] - Worsh's potential approach to managing the balance sheet and interest rates is anticipated to influence market dynamics, particularly in the context of national debt and economic growth [24][32] - Analysts suggest that financial deregulation may play a crucial role in allowing banks to manage their balance sheets more effectively, which could impact the Fed's strategies moving forward [30][31]

Group 1 - President Donald Trump has announced Kevin Warsh as his pick to lead the Federal Reserve, which has sparked a mixed reaction among investors and lawmakers [3][4][37] - The confirmation process for Warsh is expected to be contentious, with key Republican Senator Thom Tillis planning to block the nomination until the Department of Justice's inquiry into Jerome Powell is resolved [4][53] - Warsh's past as a Fed governor from 2006 to 2011 indicates a hawkish stance on monetary policy, particularly regarding inflation and interest rates [6][39] Group 2 - January saw record high-grade sales in the U.S., totaling over $208 billion, marking it as one of the busiest months ever for bond sales [26][27] - Morgan Stanley led the way in high-grade sales, with significant demand for offerings from companies like AT&T and IBM [27] - The bond market is currently experiencing tight credit spreads, which may not be reliable indicators of future market conditions [28][49] Group 3 - Warsh has expressed criticism of the Fed's current approach to monetary policy, particularly regarding quantitative easing and the size of the balance sheet [9][12][70] - There is uncertainty about how Warsh's views will align with the current Federal Open Market Committee, especially regarding interest rates and economic growth [21][62] - The market is cautious about the potential for Warsh to bring about significant changes to the Fed's balance sheet and interest rate policies [19][40][72]

Key Takeaways Hershey's Q4 results are likely to reflect strong demand across its core confectionery brands.HSY is benefiting from pricing actions, innovation, collaborations and solid in-store execution.Hershey's margins may remain under pressure from higher commodity, supply chain and marketing costs.The Hershey Company (HSY) is likely to witness top-line growth when it reports fourth-quarter 2025 earnings on Feb. 5. The Zacks Consensus Estimate for revenues is pegged at $2.99 billion, indicating a 3.6% r ...

As February 2026 approaches, income investors eyeing these three dividend payers face a mixed picture.One company stands out for dividend confidence with a debt-free balance sheet. Another holds steady despite heavy investment spending. The third raises its payout even as profits slip.Here’s what dividend investors need to know about the sustainability of these upcoming payments.Kimly (SGX: 1D0) – The Dividend StandoutKimly Limited stands as one of Singapore’s premier coffee shop operators, managing an exte ...

Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania-based The Kraft Heinz Company (KHC) manufactures and markets food and beverage products. Valued at a market cap of $27.5 billion, the company’s products include condiments and sauces, cheese and dairy products, refreshment beverages, and other grocery products. This packaged food company has considerably lagged behind the broader market over the past 52 weeks. Shares of KHC have declined 21% over this time frame, while the broader S&P 500 Index ($SPX) has gained 15%. Moreover, on ...

Key Takeaways Mondelez is expected to deliver Q4 revenues of $10.3B, up 7.4%, with EPS of 70 cents.Mondelez is adjusting pricing, pack sizes and promotions to better match affordability and steady demand.MDLZ expects easing inflation and supply-chain efficiencies to support stronger fourth-quarter profits.Mondelez International, Inc. (MDLZ) is likely to witness top and bottom-line growth when it reports fourth-quarter 2025 earnings on Feb. 3. The Zacks Consensus Estimate for revenues is pegged at $10.3 bill ...

France's equity index CAC 40 moved higher Thursday morning, supported by some encouraging earnings updates. Despite paring some gains subsequently, the index remained firmly up in positive territory a little while ago.Investors digested the Federal Reserve's decision to hold interest rates. Geopolitical news were in focus as well.The CAC 40, which advanced to 8,145.44 earlier, was up 51.98 points or 0.64% at 8,118.66 nearly half an hour before noon.Schneider Electric climbed more than 3% and Legrand gained ...

The fourth quarter earnings season kicked into high gear this week, with Big Tech results from Microsoft (MSFT), Meta (META), Tesla (TSLA), and Apple (AAPL) headlining the earnings calendar. An optimistic consensus is forming: As of Jan. 23, 13% of S&P 500 (^GSPC) companies have reported fourth quarter results, according to FactSet data, and Wall Street analysts estimate an 8.2% increase in earnings per share for the fourth quarter. If that rate holds, it would represent the 10th consecutive quarter of an ...

The fourth quarter earnings season kicks into high gear this week, with Big Tech results from Microsoft (MSFT), Meta (META), Tesla (TSLA), and Apple (AAPL) headlining the earnings calendar. An optimistic consensus is forming: As of Jan. 23, 13% of S&P 500 (^GSPC) companies have reported fourth quarter results, according to FactSet data, and Wall Street analysts estimate an 8.2% increase in earnings per share for the fourth quarter. If that rate holds, it would represent the 10th consecutive quarter of ann ...