Goldman Sachs has reported better-than-expected results for the second quarter of the year, surpassing profit and revenue estimates. The company announced earnings of $8.62 per share, beating the LSEG estimate of $8.34 per share. Additionally, revenue came in at $12.73 billion, surpassing the $12.46 billion estimate. Goldman Sachs saw a significant increase in profit, with
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Dollar General, a popular retailer with over 19,000 stores nationwide, has recently come under fire for its significant workplace safety violations. Since 2017, the company has accumulated over $21 million in fines from the federal Occupational Safety and Health Administration. In addition to safety concerns such as blocked fire exits and clutter, Dollar General has
There may be a glimmer of hope for the many Americans who have found themselves with frozen funds in fintech accounts. Banks are finally making headway in piecing together account information for the stranded customers, potentially leading to the release of funds in the coming weeks. They have hired a former Synapse engineer to unlock
Athletic Brewing Company, a leading nonalcoholic brewer, recently announced that it has secured an additional $50 million in equity financing in a funding round led by General Atlantic. This investment is expected to help the company expand its production capacity and increase its offerings at global retailers to meet the growing demand for nonalcoholic beer.
After a monthslong negotiation filled with unexpected twists and turns, Paramount Global has finally agreed to merge with Skydance. This merger signifies a significant shift in ownership for the storied movie studio and media company, as the Redstone family, who has long been in control, will now step away. The decision was made by Paramount’s
The semiconductor industry is currently facing challenges in recruiting workers due to a tight labor market. With the competition for talent intensifying and the funding from the CHIPS and Science Act being distributed to spur domestic production, the industry is under pressure to fill positions. According to a 2023 study from the Semiconductor Industry Association,
Private equity investors have traditionally taken a backseat in major U.S. sports leagues such as Major League Soccer, the National Basketball Association, Major League Baseball and the National Hockey League. However, one league that has stood out in terms of allowing private equity firms to take majority control of the economics is the National Women’s
During the second quarter of this year, Ford reported a modest 1% increase in sales compared to the same period last year. One of the key drivers behind this growth was a strong performance in truck sales, which saw a 5% increase. Specifically, Ford sold a total of 308,920 trucks during the quarter, marking its
In recent reports, it has been revealed that Manhattan is transforming into a buyer’s market as apartment prices experienced a decline and inventory witnessed an increase in the second quarter of 2024. The average real estate sales price in Manhattan dropped by 3%, settling just above $2 million. Similarly, the median price faced a 2%
The recent announcement by the Boston Celtics’ ownership group regarding the sale of the team has sent shockwaves throughout the sports industry. The decision to sell all shares of the team for estate and family planning consideration raises questions about the future direction of the franchise. With the team’s recent success in winning its 18th