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EasyJet’s £5.7 Billion Transformation: A New Era Under Apollo Leadership

EasyJet agrees to £5.7bn takeover by US firm Posted August 7, 2026 11:45AM ET EasyJet is set to undergo a significant transformation as it has accepted a takeover bid from the US investment firm Apollo, valued at £5.7 billion. This… more ›
U.S. employers shed 23,000 jobs and unemployment rate fell to 4.1% in July new Labor Department data shows

The ‘low-hire, low-fire’ trend may have returned. See the data Posted August 7, 2026 11:35PM ET In a surprising turn of events, recent data released by the Labor Department highlights a complex narrative in the U.S. job market. In July,… more ›
After affairs with stars including George Best and Sean Connery, Lynsey de Paul paid £640,000 in 1995 for the opulent villa on a discreet street in which to write

Singer-songwriter Lynsey de Paul’s London retreat is for sale at £4.85m Posted August 7, 2026 11:24PM ET Lynsey de Paul, celebrated for her enchanting music and dynamic personality, had a life that sparkled with celebrity encounters, including affairs with legends… more ›
Chairman Brendan Carr has long said he would do away with the ownership cap. Critics say only Congress has that authority.

FCC lifts the cap limiting the size of TV broadcasting companies Posted August 7, 2026 4:23AM ET The ongoing debate surrounding the ownership cap in telecommunications is heating up once again, thanks to Chairman Brendan Carr’s firm stance on eliminating… more ›
More than 900 million SpaceX shares will be available for holders to sell for the first time since IPO day. Space Capital CEO and founder Chad Anderson explains why he sees this as a “great moment.”

Why SpaceX shareholder Chad Anderson isn’t selling until stock unlock day Posted August 7, 2026 3:40AM ET On a significant milestone day for investors, more than 900 million SpaceX shares will become available for holders to sell for the very… more ›
A simple way to trade market index ETFs based on the current market outlook

IBD’s ETF Market Strategy Posted July 7, 2026 3:32AM ET Trading Market Index ETFs Based on Current Market Outlook In today’s fast-paced financial environment, trading market index ETFs (Exchange-Traded Funds) offers a straightforward approach to capitalize on market trends. By… more ›
Significant Transformation Planned for Amazon’s Leading AI Data Center

Internal Amazon documents reveal a major overhaul of one of the world’s biggest AI data centers Posted August 7, 2026 3:23AM ET Amazon is redesigning part of a massive AI data center campus in rural Indiana into a sprawling cluster of powerful computers… more ›
The Google parent is utilizing its balance sheet with a fresh debt issuance, as heavy AI investments eat into its free cash flow

As Alphabet burns through cash on AI, it’s turning back to the bond market Posted August 17, 2026 3:17AM ET In a strategic move to bolster its financial footing amid significant investments in artificial intelligence, Google’s parent company is tapping… more ›
The chief executive of T-Mobile said the threat posed to mobile operators from satellite companies such as Elon Musk’s Starlink has been exaggerated and that he struggled to see which consumer problems they would solve by entering the market.

Starlink mobile Threat has been Exaggerated, says T-Mobile CEO Posted August 7, 2026 3:12AM ET In a recent statement, the chief executive of T-Mobile addressed concerns regarding the potential competition from satellite companies like Elon Musk’s Starlink. He argued that… more ›
The 100 Best Annuities. How to Avoid Common Mistakes and Pick the Right One.

Annuity sales are soaring as a record number of Americans turn 65. Posted August 7, 2026 3:05AM ET Choosing the right annuity can be daunting, given the multitude of options available today. With so many products in the market, it’s… more ›