The US-Iran war could weigh on tourism-related stocks, as rising crude oil prices push up operating costs and security concerns dampen travel demand and sentiment. While airlines are likely to be the most vulnerable due to higher fuel expenses, hotels and medical tourism players could also face near-term pressure from softer bookings and more cautious…
Berkshire Hathaway has reported a big decline in its operating profits in the fourth quarter, largely due to weakness in its insurance business. According to the results released by the company, operating earnings in the fourth quarter declined to $ 10.2 billion, which is about 29 percent less than $ 14.56 billion in the same…
(Adds Venezuela weekend events to SCHEDULED COLUMN issued on January 2) S&P 500 falls at year-end but finishes 2025 with 16% gain Employment data headlines economic reports in coming days Q4 earnings season, inflation data also loom in busy January NEW YORK, Jan 2 (Reuters) – The first full trading week of the new year…
