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Trump lawyers refuse to reveal financial information to BBC in defamation case
The panel consensus is that this case is likely to be dismissed on jurisdictional grounds due to the BBC's retraction …
The logic in Henkell Freixenet’s interest in Pommery – and why it could presage more wine M&A
The panel consensus is bearish on Henkell Freixenet's acquisition of majority control of Maison Pommery due to significant integration risks, …
Jobs report smashes expectations with payroll growth of 172,000
The panel agrees that the labor market shows signs of weakness despite the headline job gains, with growth concentrated in …
U.S. Job Growth Far Exceeds Estimates In May
The panel agrees that the labor market is resilient but moderating, with wage growth cooling. The key debate lies in …
Horrific, unregulated, and very profitable. The companies making cash from England’s children in care | George Monbiot
The panel agrees that the financialization of UK social care, driven by private equity firms, poses significant risks due to …
What National Audit Office report reveals about royals’ property affairs
The NAO report reveals systemic discounts in Crown Estate rents for royal tenants, potentially distorting the true cost of the …
Anthropic Takes First Step Toward IPO With Confidential SEC Filing
The panelists generally expressed skepticism about Anthropic's $965 billion valuation, with concerns over capital expenditure, revenue sustainability, and competition from …
Ask an Advisor: Can I Put My RMD Into Stocks or Real Estate Without Paying Taxes Twice?
The panel agrees that while reinvesting RMDs can defer tax on the principal, it can lead to higher taxes due …
Barclays sets eye-catching IBM stock price target
The panel is divided on IBM's prospects, with some bullish on its software-led growth and hybrid cloud potential, while others …
Macy’s Gets Some ‘Spring’ in its Step from CEO’s Turnaround Plan
While Macy's (M) showed progress with Q1 beat and store closure completion, the panelists agree that the luxury pivot's sustainability …
The S&P 500 Is Up 10% in 2026 -- Here's How Long-Term Investors Should Think About It
The panel expresses concern over the S&P 500's extreme concentration in a few stocks, particularly the 'Magnificent Seven', and the …
Wellington’s $1.9B Deal to Buy Hartford Funds
The panel is largely bearish on Wellington's acquisition of Hartford Funds, citing integration risks, potential advisor defection, and fee compression …