Here’s an outlook on how franchises will fare in the coming months.
eBay’s growth depends on its ability to dominate narrow niches: That’s why it is buying TCGplayer, an online marketplace for collectible trading card games such as Pokémon.
China’s slowing economy is taking its toll on retail companies: While JD.com topped expectations in Q2, it still posted its slowest year-over-year revenue growth on record.
In 2026, the number of internet of things (IoT) mobile connections worldwide will more than double from 2021. The markets that are driving growth include China, Western Europe, and North America.
On today's episode, in our "Retail Me This, Retail Me That" segment, we discuss the major takeaways from the latest retail earnings, the expectations versus reality, and what key performance indicators to watch going forward. Then for "Pop-Up Rankings," we rank the keys to second-half success for three major retailers. Join our analyst Sara Lebow as she hosts analysts Suzy Davidkhanian and Andrew Lipsman.
Instacart’s IPO appears on track: The company’s Q2 revenues reportedly grew 39% and the number of orders placed on its app rose 25%.
A patient-focused AI system: A smartphone test harnesses AI to predict and detect falls among lower-limb amputees. It’s an example of how AI can directly benefit patients and reduce complications.
We detail what the acquisition could mean for each healthcare giant’s strategy.
Roku’s in a “Weird” situation: When your best chance to grow is a “Weird Al” Yankovic biopic, things can’t be going that well.
Google’s new announcements should help the Connected TV channel grow: Purchasing CTV ads is getting easier and a little safer for buyers.
Zuckerberg’s slipup is a bad omen for its metaverse: Meta’s CEO shared an ugly photo of its metaverse platform that kicked off a week of mockery and concern.
Apple’s MacBooks are first to get self-service repairs: M1-powered MacBook Air and MacBook Pro models can now be more easily repaired by owners. How will notebook competitors respond to Apple’s right-to-repair services?
Twitter takes further steps to authenticate user profiles: Plans to label verified phone numbers follows Elon Musk's claims of rampant bots on the platform.
Qualcomm comes for data centers: Nuvia unlocks potential for Qualcomm to diversify into server chips for data centers, effectively meeting pent-up demand with faster, cooler, and more-efficient cloud server solutions.
Why do businesses stay with bad cloud providers? Despite cloud overspending, enterprises that try to leave providers face expensive data migration fees. An EU proposal could help restrain cloud monopolies.
Upstart’s Referral Network will direct applicants to Alliant’s membership process, giving them easier and wider access to loan approvals and other banking services.
Banks and FIs that don’t clearly communicate their NSF fee practices risk disciplinary action.