New Light Vehicle Sales of Gas-Powered Vehicles Hit a Peak–in 2016
Sales of new gasoline-powered passenger cars, pickups, and SUVs are forecast to continue sliding from a sales peak in 2016. How are giant energy companies reacting?
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Paul Ausick
This City Will Waste the Most Food on Thanksgiving
While the Thanksgiving holiday is traditionally a time for Americans to gather with family and friends and celebrate the bounty and generosity of this country, we have to face the fact that, in many…
What Deere’s Earnings and Share Price Indicate
Farming and heavy equipment maker Deere reported results Wednesday morning that topped expectations. But the company's downbeat forecast for the 2020 fiscal year is weighing on shares.
Short Sellers Firm Up Positions in Solar, Remain Selective in Alt Energy Stocks
Short interest in alternative and solar energy stocks was mixed in the two-week period that ended November 15. One energy storage product maker saw a big change in interest from short sellers.
Short Sellers Making Opportunistic Moves in Energy Stocks
Short interest in oil & gas stocks was mixed in the two-week reporting period that ended November 15. Short sellers have homed in on one particularly likely prospect, however.
Mortgage Loan Rates Dipped, New Mortgage Loans on Track for Best Year Since 2007
Mortgage loan rates dipped slightly last week, sending applications for new loans higher.
Black Friday Is the Best Day of the Year To Shop for a Used Car–And These Are the Best Deals
Black Friday is the best day of the year to shop for a used car. There are a third more deals available on Black Friday than on an average day.
Starboard Value Stake Momentarily Shakes Up CVS
A report that activist investor firm Starboard Value had taken a stake in CVS momentarily lifted the drugstore and health insurer's share price.
This Is the Airline with the Least Healthy Food
How do major North American airlines compare based on the healthfulness of their meals, snacks, and available beverages? The Diet Detective is on the case.
Ford Seeks ‘Apples to Apples’ Test v. Tesla Cybertruck
After Tesla released a video of its Cybertruck outpulling a Ford F-150, Ford vice-president Sunny Madra prodded Tesla CEO for a more evenly matched do-over. Sounds like its game on.
Dick’s Sporting Goods Does It Again, Sees More to Come
Dick's Sporting Goods reported top- and bottom-line beats Tuesday morning and then added more good news by raising guidance.
What Best Buy’s Q3 Earnings Promise for Holiday Sales, Profits
Electronics gear retailer Best Buy on Tuesday beat Q3 estimates on both the top and bottom lines. The company also nudged its guidance for Q4 and the full 2020 fiscal year higher.
Lower Gas Prices Give Millions Another Reason To Be Thankful
Gas prices slipped again last week, giving Thanksgiving holiday travelers even more to be thankful for.
Uber Loses London License (Again)
For the second time in a little over two years, Uber has lost its license to operate in London. The company has 21 days to appeal the decision.
Breakfast with Tiffany’s: LVMH Makes Deal for $16.2 Billion
Paris-based luxury goods giant LVMH and Tiffany have agreed to the French company's acquisition of the New York-based jewelry icon for $135 a share.
FCC Blacklists Huawei, ZTE as Suppliers for US Broadband Buildout
The FCC on Friday announced that China-based network equipment vendors Huawei and ZTE will be barred from providing networking gear in the United States.
US Consumer Sentiment Rises as Black Friday Approaches
Consumer sentiment improved month over month in November, according to the University of Michigan. Consumers appear satisfied with their economic outlook.
Carbon Capture Technology Worse Than Doing Nothing to Halt Emissions
Carbon capture technology was supposed to save coal but it hasn't yet and never will. Nor is the technology likely to do anything positive significantly to reduce carbon emissions.
Tesla Cybertruck Launch Party Breaks Some Glass
Tesla's introduction of its new Cybertruck did not go exactly as planned. But that's not the real story, according to one noted analyst.
Tesla to Roll Out Cybertruck Thursday Evening
Tesla will unveil its new pickup truck Thursday evening at an event in Hawthorne, California.