Hong Kong has stepped up health screenings for air passengers arriving from Africa as part of a contingency plan to guard against Ebola, after the World Health Organization (WHO) declared an outbreak of the deadly infectious disease on the continent a “public health emergency of international concern”. Local health authorities also said on Sunday that they would strengthen public awareness and edu...
Hong Kong has stepped up health screenings for air passengers arriving from Africa as part of a contingency plan to guard against Ebola, after the World Health Organization (WHO) declared an outbreak of the deadly infectious disease on the continent a “public health emergency of international concern”. Local health authorities also said on Sunday that they would strengthen public awareness and education, while stressing that the “immediate health impact of Ebola disease on the local population...
The Barbican, London Mutter’s anniversary tour opened with a programme of Beethoven, André Previn and – ever a champion of new music – the European premiere of Aftab Darvishi’s Likoo, a rhapsodic lament for women under the Iranian regime On 23 August, 1976, a 13-year-old violinist made her debut at the Lucerne festival – with her older brother Christoph at the piano. By the time the concert finish...
The Barbican, London Mutter’s anniversary tour opened with a programme of Beethoven, André Previn and – ever a champion of new music – the European premiere of Aftab Darvishi’s Likoo, a rhapsodic lament for women under the Iranian regime On 23 August, 1976, a 13-year-old violinist made her debut at the Lucerne festival – with her older brother Christoph at the piano. By the time the concert finished Anne-Sophie Mutter was the toast of the festival, invited to play for no less than Herbert von Karajan. It was the start of a career that has since yielded more than 50 albums, four Grammy awards, and works by a Who’s Who of 20th-century greats: Krzysztof Penderecki; Henri Dutilleux; Witold Lutosławski; Sofia Gubaidulina; John Williams. So now, aged 62, Mutter is celebrating 50 years on the concert platform. And she’s doing it her way. If anyone was expecting the German star to launch her anniversary tour on Saturday night with a big concerto, they will have been disappointed. An only somewhat full Barbican Hall suggested fans may have voted with their feet. Those who risked it got Mutter in activist mode, using her platform not to revisit triumphs but to champion new music and young artists. Continue reading...
LPETTET Take-Two Interactive ( TTWO ) rallied 10% last week on growing buzz that the long-awaited third "Grand Theft Auto 6" trailer will be released on May 18, and TTWO's Rockstar Games will begin to take pre-orders for the game Options on the stock also indicate expectations for a catalyst this week. The May 22 expiration chain implies a move of roughly ±10% by Friday's close — a sizable figure ...
LPETTET Take-Two Interactive ( TTWO ) rallied 10% last week on growing buzz that the long-awaited third "Grand Theft Auto 6" trailer will be released on May 18, and TTWO's Rockstar Games will begin to take pre-orders for the game Options on the stock also indicate expectations for a catalyst this week. The May 22 expiration chain implies a move of roughly ±10% by Friday's close — a sizable figure for a stock with no earnings on the calendar. The directional lean is firmly bullish. Speculative call positioning clusters at the $265-$275 range — roughly 9-13% above Thursday's close of $242.44 — consistent with traders betting on a significant upside move should the preorder announcement materialize. The put side is modest and well-anchored at strikes far below the current price, suggesting little conviction about a sharp downside reaction even if the news disappoints. The options market, in short, is betting GTA 6 delivers. Here's a timeline of GTA, one of the most successful video game franchises in history. Seeking Alpha More on Take-Two Take-Two Interactive Q4 Preview: GTA VI Release Can't Come Soon Enough Take-Two Interactive: What The Market Is Missing About The GTA VI (Rating Upgrade) Cisco leads Nasdaq gainers this week, while Intel lags Tiger Global takes new position in Intel; adds to Broadcom, Nvidia among Q1 moves Seeking Alpha’s Quant Rating on Take-Two
According to an SEC filing dated May 15, 2026, Totem Point Management, LLC, fully exited its position in Bill.com (NYSE:BILL) by selling 155,100 shares during the first quarter. The estimated transaction value was $6.94 million, based on the average closing price for the quarter. The quarter-end position value decreased by $8.46 million, reflecting both the sale and share price movement. Bill.com ...
According to an SEC filing dated May 15, 2026, Totem Point Management, LLC, fully exited its position in Bill.com (NYSE:BILL) by selling 155,100 shares during the first quarter. The estimated transaction value was $6.94 million, based on the average closing price for the quarter. The quarter-end position value decreased by $8.46 million, reflecting both the sale and share price movement. Bill.com is a technology company specializing in financial process automation for small and midsize enterprises. Its SaaS platform streamlines financial workflows and delivers scalable, recurring revenue from a broad base of business clients. In the first quarter, Totem Point fully closed five positions, leaving it with just 17 stocks in its portfolio by the end of March. Continue reading
Broadcom is surging, and now, private credit behemoths are reportedly in talks to extend funding. See the potential implications of a massive debt deal.
Broadcom is surging, and now, private credit behemoths are reportedly in talks to extend funding. See the potential implications of a massive debt deal.
Kiplinger’s Personal Finance May 2026 letter makes it clear that if you are looking for yield, the door is wide open across the entire risk spectrum. We are seeing a massive spread, with opportunities ranging from stable 3% municipal bonds to 13% for those willing to get aggressive with business development companies. This is unfolding ... Kiplinger’s May 2026 Letter Says Yields From 3% to 13% Are...
Kiplinger’s Personal Finance May 2026 letter makes it clear that if you are looking for yield, the door is wide open across the entire risk spectrum. We are seeing a massive spread, with opportunities ranging from stable 3% municipal bonds to 13% for those willing to get aggressive with business development companies. This is unfolding ... Kiplinger’s May 2026 Letter Says Yields From 3% to 13% Are Available Right Now Despite Iran War Uncertainty
In this article FVRR .SPX NKE CRM GOOGL Follow your favorite stocks CREATE FREE ACCOUNT watch now VIDEO 3:44 03:44 Why AI layoffs aren't helping stocks Markets and Politics Digital Original Video Artificial intelligence has ushered in a bull run in stocks that has taken the broader market to new heights. Companies that have tied workforce reductions to the new technology, however, haven't always f...
In this article FVRR .SPX NKE CRM GOOGL Follow your favorite stocks CREATE FREE ACCOUNT watch now VIDEO 3:44 03:44 Why AI layoffs aren't helping stocks Markets and Politics Digital Original Video Artificial intelligence has ushered in a bull run in stocks that has taken the broader market to new heights. Companies that have tied workforce reductions to the new technology, however, haven't always fared so well. CNBC compiled a list of 23 S&P 500 firms across multiple sectors and industries to see how their stocks fared following layoffs linked to AI. Specifically, we looked for companies that explicitly cited artificial intelligence or hinted at increased use of the technology when announcing the workforce reductions. As of May 15, 13 of those companies, or 56%, have traded in the red from the time of their layoff announcements. For corporations whose shares fell after their AI-linked layoffs, the average decline was about 25%. Footwear giant Nike cut nearly 800 workers in January, citing a plan to accelerate "automation" at its U.S. distribution centers. As of May 15, the stock was trading down nearly 35% from the time of its workforce reduction. Similarly, Salesforce has shed about 32% since news of its AI-driven layoffs became public around the end of last summer. The customer relationship management company slashed head count by 4,000 workers in September, noting that its AI-powered team of customer service bots called "Agentforce" had replaced some support engineers. Stock Chart Icon Stock chart icon CRM 1yr chart Later that month, online marketplace Fiverr also laid off 30% of its staff to become "an AI-first company that's leaner, faster, with a modern AI-focused tech infrastructure" and a smaller team, according to CEO Micha Kaufman. The stock has plunged 54% from that time to May 15. While only a small sample size, the data underscores an uncomfortable reality: Investors don't know what to make of AI and its potential impacts, even as usage of the technology...
President Donald Trump’s latest financial disclosures show that he or his investment advisers made more than 3,700 trades in the first quarter, a flurry totaling tens of millions of dollars and involving major companies that have dealings with his administration. Bloomberg News Senior Equities Reporter Jess Menton joined joined Christina Ruffini and David Gura this morning on Bloomberg This Weeken...
President Donald Trump’s latest financial disclosures show that he or his investment advisers made more than 3,700 trades in the first quarter, a flurry totaling tens of millions of dollars and involving major companies that have dealings with his administration. Bloomberg News Senior Equities Reporter Jess Menton joined joined Christina Ruffini and David Gura this morning on Bloomberg This Weekend to discuss. (Source: Bloomberg)
This is the new Manchester United era of happy accidents being overseen by Michael Carrick and helped by confusing officiating as they edged past Nottingham Forest. If it was not for a lack of obvious options five months ago, United and Carrick may not have been reunited, nor would they be third in the Premier League and heading back to the Champions League, on the day Bruno Fernandes equalled the...
This is the new Manchester United era of happy accidents being overseen by Michael Carrick and helped by confusing officiating as they edged past Nottingham Forest. If it was not for a lack of obvious options five months ago, United and Carrick may not have been reunited, nor would they be third in the Premier League and heading back to the Champions League, on the day Bruno Fernandes equalled the all-time Premier League assist record. Carrick has a two-year contract on the table and cannot require too much mulling over. The improving Old Trafford atmosphere was further boosted after the final home game being won partly thanks to a bizarre decision by Michael Salisbury to allow a Matheus Cunha goal to stand, on account of Bryan Mbeumo’s clear handball in the buildup being “accidental”, much to the confusion of everyone without a whistle. Continue reading...
Converting money from a traditional IRA or 401(k) into a Roth IRA means paying taxes up front in exchange for tax-free withdrawals later. And in some situations, that makes sense. If you're going to do a Roth conversion , it's important to weigh the benefits against the near-term tax bill. But if these signs apply to you, a Roth conversion could be a very smart idea. Image source: Getty Images. Co...
Converting money from a traditional IRA or 401(k) into a Roth IRA means paying taxes up front in exchange for tax-free withdrawals later. And in some situations, that makes sense. If you're going to do a Roth conversion , it's important to weigh the benefits against the near-term tax bill. But if these signs apply to you, a Roth conversion could be a very smart idea. Image source: Getty Images. Continue reading