Taiwan Semiconductor Manufacturing Company (TSMC) has reported better-than-expected revenue and profit figures for the second quarter. This comes as the demand for advanced chips used in AI applications continues to rise. TSMC’s revenue for the quarter stood at 673.51 billion New Taiwan dollars, surpassing the LSEG consensus estimate of NT$657.58 billion. Similarly, the net income
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Volvo Cars recently saw a significant rise in their shares after reporting a substantial jump in annual operating profit for the second quarter. The core operating profit for the quarter reached 8.2 billion Swedish kronor, marking a 28% increase from the same period the previous year. This impressive figure, which excludes joint ventures and associates,
JD Vance, the new running mate of U.S. presidential hopeful Donald Trump, recently delivered a speech at the Republican National Convention where he emphasized protecting the wages of American workers and preventing the Chinese Communist Party from exploiting American citizens. Vance’s stance reflects a growing concern about China’s economic growth and its impact on the
In the United States, housing represents one of the most significant expenses for consumers. However, for many, the dream of homeownership is hindered not only by high rents and soaring home prices, but also by the lack of access to affordable credit. According to a 2022 fact sheet from the Office of the Comptroller of
The clock is ticking for Social Security’s funds, with projections showing a grim future for the program. The combined trust funds are expected to last until 2035, after which only 83% of benefits will be payable. The retirement benefits fund is even worse off, projected to run out by 2033, leaving only 79% of benefits
The stock market has seen a significant upward trend since the last monthly meeting in June. This can be largely attributed to the growing likelihood of the Federal Reserve lowering interest rates in the near future. Recent positive inflation data has further fueled this upward movement in the stock market, with the Dow Jones Industrial
General Motors has announced some major updates to the Cadillac Escalade V-Series for the 2025 model year. These changes are designed to enhance the luxury, performance, and technology of this iconic full-size SUV. One of the most striking features of the 2025 Cadillac Escalade V-Series is the standard 55-inch diagonal display that spans the entire
The recent drop in mortgage rates to the lowest level since March has led to a significant increase in demand for refinancing. According to the Mortgage Bankers Association, applications to refinance a home loan jumped 15% last week compared to the previous week, reaching the highest level since August 2022. This surge in demand is
Federal Reserve Governor Christopher Waller recently made remarks suggesting that interest rate cuts are likely in the near future, assuming there are no major surprises on the inflation and employment fronts. Waller expressed confidence in the current economic data, indicating that a soft landing could be achieved. However, he emphasized the need for further data
Adidas stock saw a significant increase in value after the company made an announcement regarding its full year 2024 earnings guidance. The news came following better-than-expected preliminary results for the second quarter. As a result, Adidas shares rose by 4.42% at 9:07 a.m. London time. The German sportswear giant revealed that it now anticipates its