NEW YORK (AP) — The stock market ended higher Thursday

Navigating Inflationary Waters: A Maple Leaf Foods Update Seeing Maple Leaf Foods (TSX: MFI) push through a tough inflationary landscape with a 15.4% rise in EBITDA would make any seasoned investor nod in respect. They've gone from last year's $111.7 million to a hefty $129 million in Q3 2026. What's more, their EBITDA margin climbed to 12.5%, up 140 basis points from...

Breaking Barriers in Energy Storage Innovation Sungrow's latest swift 20-day expedition in the land of renewable energy is a bit of a jaw-dropper. They've whipped up Europe's largest operational Battery Energy Storage System (BESS) at Hams Hall, and they did it at breakneck speed. This ain't just another plug-and-play; it's the 1,243 MWh goliath that's set up to be a key...

What's Stirring the Pot for Lululemon? Talk about a rollercoaster. Over here, Lululemon (NASDAQ:LULU) is navigating turbulent waters, facing a class action lawsuit for alleged securities fraud. Investors who bought into the brand between March 18, 2026, and September 3, 2026, are now watching their investments drop, following what's claimed as misleading trumpet calls...

$850,000 For Aging Pipes: A Long-Needed Move Picture a dusty road in West Virginia—Old Route 38. Now, imagine it bustling with work crews hustling to give the town’s water infrastructure a much-needed facelift. West Virginia American Water is laying down $850,000 to replace 3,500 feet of worn-out pipe with durable PVC, aiming to curb service outages and ensure...

Leaders of Tomorrow: Campus News Awards 2026 It's no small feat to look at a room full of young journalists and see the future of how stories will be told. But that's exactly what happened at the Campus News Awards 2026 in Shenzhen. Here, kids from Hong Kong, Macao, Taiwan, and Southeast Asia stood proudly with their certificates, ready to tackle the changing landscape of...

Punching Above Its Weight in Massachusetts Fuel Game Man, Broco Energy isn’t just twiddling its thumbs. This Massachusetts-based, Veteran-Owned Small Business just bagged two five-year statewide fuel contracts, and they’re not just peanuts. We're talking ENE53 and ENE58 awards that cover everything from ultra-low sulfur diesel and biodiesel to plain old heating oil...

Latin America Takes Center Stage When the UN turns its spotlight on a region, you know there's something afoot. Right in Montevideo, Uruguay, the United Nations Global Compact gathered a hefty crowd of over 300 leaders from diverse backgrounds—think business, finance, government, and academia. What they were brewing wasn’t just talk; it was about driving real change...

Navigating Global Urban Challenges Amidst the backdrop of economic prowess and cultural diversity, the 2026 Global Mayors Dialogue in Ningbo has swiftly become a hotbed for city leaders hunting solutions. This wasn't your run-of-the-mill conference—mayors flocked from across the globe, all converging in this vibrant pocket of eastern China to unveil their visions for...

Webull's Legal Storm: What's Behind the Class Action? Here's a tale as old as time in the wild world of the stock market: a company paints a rosy picture, investors follow the trail, and when the curtain lifts, the scenery looks starkly different. Enter Webull Corporation (NASDAQ: BULL), caught in the thick of allegations that have turned the investor community's...

Winter Discounts? Mazda's Driving It Home Nothing gets a car buyer buzzing like the smell of fresh discounts, and Mazda's rolled out their annual Winter Sales fiesta. We've seen this playbook before, but this year's savings come with up to $3,000 off select models. Mazda's throwing in some sweet financing deals, too—talk about a one-two punch for bargain hunters....

LXP Industrial Trust Announces Financial Results Call LXP Industrial Trust (NYSE: LXP), a prominent real estate investment trust (REIT), specializes in high-quality warehouse and distribution properties. Based in West Palm Beach, Florida, the company is gearing up to share its financial performance for the fourth quarter of 2024. The announcement was made recently,...

ConocoPhillips Takes Action in Citgo Share Auction ConocoPhillips (NYSE: COP) is actively working to ensure its position as a top creditor in the auction of Citgo Petroleum shares. This auction aims to generate cash for Venezuela's outstanding foreign debts, with Citgo being the sole asset of PDV Holding, which a U.S. court has determined is liable for these debts....

Cheniere Energy's Strong Q2 Performance Recent results from Cheniere Energy (NYSE: LNG) have indicated a promising trend for investors and traders alike. The performance in the second quarter has not only confirmed bullish forecasts but also highlighted the terms of growing LNG demand driven by new infrastructure. This trend is enhanced by the increasing demand for...

AI Adoption Insights: Trends and Strategies for Business Leaders In an era where technology is rapidly evolving, understanding the state of AI adoption among business leaders is more important than ever. A recent survey conducted by HumanX, the premier conference for artificial intelligence leaders, in collaboration with HarrisX, sheds light on key trends, opportunities,...

Surgical Gowns and Drapes Market Overview The surgical gowns and drapes market is poised for remarkable growth, with projections showing an increase from around USD 4.69 billion in 2025 to an anticipated USD 6.01 billion by 2030. A compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of approximately 5.1% reflects the rising demand for protective apparel in surgical settings. Effective...