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Westfield mall operator resumes dividends with vacancies, rent collection back at pre-COVID levels

The operator of 72 shopping centers in 12 countries says vacancy levels, earnings and rent collection are back at pre-COVID levels.

Harley-Davidson reports big profit beat, though motorcycle sales keep falling

The company said global motorcycle shipments declined due to “prudent dealer inventory management and market conditions,” while apparel sales dropped as “high dealer inventory levels” resulted in lower replenishment.

Jobless claims fall to 218,000 and show layoffs still very low

The number of Americans who applied for unemployment benefits in the first week of February fell by 9,000 to 218,000 and indicated that layoffs remain extremely low.

Will Trump be disqualified from election ballots? The Supreme Court could decide today.

“We may get a fairly quick decision, especially if the justices plan to say Trump can be disqualified by a state.”

Disney’s new message of ‘urgency’ is resonating big time on Wall Street

Disney’s stock is roaring higher as analysts praise the company’s progress on streaming profits.

Kenvue’s stock slides 2.6% as J & J spinoff’s revenue and guidance fall short of expectations

The company said it will prioritize its U.S. skin-health and beauty business in 2024, and aim to reach more consumers and invest in its brands.

Philip Morris says its e-cigarettes are now selling more than Marlboro products

Total cigarette volume fell 0.5% including a 0.8% drop in Marlboro units to 60.2 million units.

Hershey reports Q4 earnings beat, but shares fall on weak outlook

Hershey Co. reported a fourth-quarter earnings beat before market open Thursday, although shares fell 3.4% in premarket trades, weighed down by weaker-than-expected sales and guidance.

Tapestry’s stock jumps as strong Coach sales fuel profit beat, raised outlook

Shares of Tapestry Inc. surged toward a six-month high in premarket trading Thursday after a profit beat and raised outlook, as strength in the fashion company’s Coach brand offset weakness at Kate Spade.

This boomer has worried about retirement since 1981. Here’s what she’s learned.

Peak 65: “The two most important assets I have right now are time and health.”

Under Armour’s stock jumps 7% as profit beat offsets a revenue miss

Under Armour Inc.’s stock rose 7% early Thursday, after the sporting apparel company beat profit estimates for its fiscal third quarter to offset revenue that came up short.

I’m 52 and retiring in 20 years. Should I invest in a Roth IRA or individual index funds like the Dow and Nasdaq? 

“I don’t plan to retire for at least another 20 years.”
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