Chinese automakers are making significant strides in expanding their presence in the global automotive market. A new report by AlixPartners predicts that Chinese automakers will capture 33% of the global market share by 2030, a considerable increase from their current 21% market share. The report suggests that much of this growth will come from markets
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Morgan Stanley has taken a significant step towards the integration of artificial intelligence into their operations by introducing a new assistant named Debrief. Expected to revolutionize the way financial advisors work, Debrief is designed to streamline the labor-intensive tasks carried out by the bank’s advisors. This move represents one of the most significant advancements in
Southwest Airlines recently experienced a significant drop in its shares, with a roughly 4% decrease in premarket trading. This decline was a result of the carrier cutting its second-quarter revenue forecast due to changing booking patterns. The airline now expects a decrease in revenue per available seat mile by as much as 4.5%, compared to
As the first half of 2023 comes to a close, the U.S. auto industry is facing some challenges that may hinder its growth in the second half of the year. While sales have been up by 2.9% compared to the previous year, there are concerns about the industry’s ability to sustain this momentum. Factors such
Target is making a strategic move to enhance its online marketplace by teaming up with Shopify. This collaboration aims to bring in new and trendy brands to Target’s digital platform, providing customers with a diverse range of products to choose from. By tapping into Shopify’s network of smaller and up-and-coming brands, Target is looking to
The existing home sales market is facing a major crisis, with sales reaching a 30-year low. In May, sales remained stagnant, dropping by 0.7% from April to a seasonally adjusted, annualized rate of 4.11 million units. This reflects a 2.8% decrease from the same period last year. Lawrence Yun, chief economist at the National Association
Forever 21, a once prominent fast fashion player, is now facing a myriad of challenges as it struggles to keep up with competitors in an oversaturated market. With more than 380 stores in the U.S., the retailer has asked landlords for a significant reduction in rent, demonstrating the extent of its financial difficulties. Despite its
Darden Restaurants recently reported its quarterly results, which showed a mixed performance for the company. Despite an increase in net sales by 6.8%, the same-store sales of Olive Garden, one of their prominent chains, fell for the second consecutive quarter. This is concerning as same-store sales are an important indicator of a company’s health in
In recent years, the box office has been lacking a significant presence of family films. However, the landscape has been shifting with a resurgence of kid-friendly hits making their way to cinemas. The impact of the pandemic led to many family features debuting on streaming platforms rather than on the big screen, causing a noticeable
Senator Elizabeth Warren from Massachusetts has publicly accused Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell of being influenced by the financial industry. Warren claims that Powell is considering changes to important regulations that would impact the capital buffer that large American banks are required to maintain. This accusation comes after reports surfaced that Powell is advocating for