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Treasury yields were slightly higher Thursday morning after initial jobless benefit claims showed that businesses remain reluctant to lay off workers.

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

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.

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.

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

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

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.

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

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.

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.

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

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.