Industries

Electric Vehicles

Who Will Win the Robotaxi Wars?

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All of the major players are vying for a major share of a ridehailing market estimated at $43 billion in the US and $150 billion worldwide.

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Energy

Utilities Soar On Surging Power Demand From Data Centers

The good times may not last as the dynamic between AI firms and utility companies draws bipartisan scrutiny.

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Media & Entertainment

DraftKings is Taking The Prediction Market Industry Head-On

In December, DraftKings launched a predictions market platform of its own, turning the disruptors like Kalshi into direct competitors.

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Media & Entertainment

Mattel Struggles As Hasbro Wins With Adults

Shares of Barbie-maker Mattel plunged 25% on Wednesday following a massively disappointing after-the-bell earnings call the day before.

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Consumer

Marriott’s Earnings and Growth in Luxury Travel Highlight K-Shaped Economy

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Marriott’s fourth-quarter earnings report shows that well-heeled travellers are still shelling out for top-tier accommodations.

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Consumer

Is Coca-Cola’s Unmatched Pricing Power Finally Fizzling?

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Volume growth has flattened out, and even turned negative, in major markets in recent quarters, suggesting a consumer pullback.

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Media & Entertainment

Super Bowl Puts Up-for-Sale Seahawks in a Prime Time Showcase Showdown

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Paul Allen bought the Seahawks way back in 1997 for just $194 million. Nearly 30 years later, the franchise is worth some $6.6 billion.

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