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Latest financial news · Updated May 22, 2026
How KFC, AKA Korean fried chicken, took over the world
While Korean fried chicken's cultural export is impressive, panelists agree that international expansion faces significant challenges, including supply chain issues, …
How to defeat Trump every time | Robert Reich
The panel generally agreed that Reich's 'asymmetric resistance' thesis, while interesting, has significant risks and potential market impacts. They highlighted …
Consumers urged to ‘completely avoid’ UK-caught cod as population plunges
The panel agrees that the UK fishing sector faces significant headwinds due to a 44% quota cut for cod in …
'Did I save too much?': Your 401(k) may be at all-time highs, but big balances carry hidden retirement risks
The panel agrees that large pretax retirement balances can create a 'tax bomb' due to Required Minimum Distributions (RMDs) and …
Oil plunges below $95 as the Dow surges 1,300 in a worldwide rally following a ceasefire with Iran
The panel consensus is that the recent market surge on a two-week Iran ceasefire is a relief rally built on …
BofA Updates Managed Care Outlook, Raises Elevance Health (ELV) Price Target
The panelists agree that while the CMS rate increase for Medicare Advantage provides a floor for 2027 revenue, the 'trough …
UBS Lowers Church & Dwight (CHD) Target, Sees “Okay” Q1 for Staples
The panel consensus is bearish, with concerns about margin compression due to sticky input costs and potential loss of pricing …
Avis Budget (CAR) Rockets to 4-Year High — Here’s Why
The panel consensus is bearish on CAR, citing deteriorating fundamentals, high debt, and softening used-car prices, which outweigh the short-term …
Is Gilead Sciences (GILD) Among the Best Low Volatility Blue Chip Stocks to Buy Now?
The panel is neutral on Gilead's $5B acquisition of Tubulis, with concerns about the risk profile of the deal, the …
Valmont Industries CFO Thomas Liguori Steps Down, John Schwietz To Be New CFO
The panel is bearish on Valmont's CFO transition due to lack of context, potential internal issues, and risks associated with …
Pulse Biosciences Appoints Liane Teplitsky CCO, Expands David Kenigsberg Role As Full Time CMO
Pulse Biosciences' (PLSE) leadership changes signal a shift towards commercialization, but the market's flat response reflects skepticism due to high …
Powell Says No Rate Hike Needed to Fight Oil Shock: Here Is Why Investors Should Not Declare Victory on Inflation Just Yet
The panel agrees that the Fed's 'wait and see' approach is risky, with high oil prices potentially leading to stagflation. …