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Nasdaq Marketsmarketseconomic data
U.S. stocks moved mostly lower on Friday, giving back gains from the prior two sessions. Strong jobs data renewed concerns about potential rate hikes.
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ABC News Businessmacroeconomic data
Housing affordability has fallen to its lowest level on record, with typical-income households able to afford only about one in ten properties sold in the last financial year. The decline occurred even as property prices fell.
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CNBC Top Newsregulationregulatory action
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Nasdaq Marketscompaniescorporate event
The CEO of H&R Block sold 2,833 shares, valued at approximately $146,324, based on the August 31, 2026 transaction price. The sale occurred after the stock reached a 52-week high.
Channel NewsAsia Businesscompaniescorporate event
Accelevation, backed by Olympus, has filed for an initial public offering in the United States. The filing marks a step toward a public listing for the company.
Nasdaq Marketscompaniesearnings
Petco reported second-quarter net income of $38.7 million, or $0.13 per share, up from $14.0 million or $0.05 per share a year earlier. The company reaffirmed its fiscal 2026 outlook.
Nasdaq Marketscompaniesearnings
Snowflake reported second-quarter results with a narrower net loss and a 35% increase in revenue. The company is an AI Data Cloud provider.
CNBC Top Newsothermarket event
A meeting between Trump and Xi is expected in Washington less than six weeks before the U.S. election. Polls show Democrats favored to gain in Congress, but China watchers have low expectations for the summit.
Channel NewsAsia Businesscompaniesinvestment opinion
Air India's mounting losses and challenges are concerning, but walking away may not be the best option for Singapore Airlines. The commentary suggests that staying could be more costly in the long run.
Nasdaq Marketstechnologyregulatory action
Meta has disabled cameras on thousands of its AI glasses after detecting tampering with indicator lights that show recording status. The move addresses privacy concerns.
Nasdaq Marketscompaniesearnings
Ooma held its Q2 2027 earnings call, with the transcript now available. The call covered the company's financial results and outlook.
BBC Businessregulationregulatory action
Trading Standards reports an 'explosion' in illegal tobacco sales in Scotland. Repeated raids have found counterfeit cigarettes.
Nasdaq Marketstechnologyroutine announcement
Samsung is expanding its One UI 9 beta program to the Galaxy S24 series, bringing Android 17 to its 2024 flagship smartphones. The beta is available in the U.S., India, and South Korea.