Month: January 2017

How YouTube could capitalize on its rivals’ mistakes, and…

But the time is ripe for YouTube to strike, according to Pacific Crest analyst Andy Hargreaves, who laid out a possible battle plan in a note distributed on Friday. “Google’s extraordinary data and ability to deliver video across platforms position it to disrupt traditional pay TV and capture TV ad dollars, in our view,” Hargreaves wrote.

Gregg Popovich says Wizards ‘got off easy,’ should have…

San Antonio Spurs head coach Gregg Popovich was not pleased with how the NBA handled the strange play from Washington Wizards assistant coach Sidney Lowe at the conclusion of a win over the Knicks. On Thursday, the Wizards beat the Knicks after the Knicks failed to get off a final shot to tie the game in the final seconds.

Gregg Popovich says Wizards ‘got off easy,’ should have…

San Antonio Spurs head coach Gregg Popovich was not pleased with how the NBA handled the strange play from Washington Wizards assistant coach Sidney Lowe at the conclusion of a win over the Knicks. On Thursday, the Wizards beat the Knicks after the Knicks failed to get off a final shot to tie the game in the final seconds.

Stores strive to create own destinations, or be near something bigger

It’s called destination shopping, and many of the new stores seeking success in Metro Orlando during 2017 hope to take more advantage of locations near popular attractions. Some of the area’s fastest growing retail corridors are centered around new experiences and attractions, such as the northern end of International Drive near Universal Studios or the tourism core farther south near Orange County Convention Center.

Stores strive to create own destinations, or be near something bigger

It’s called destination shopping, and many of the new stores seeking success in Metro Orlando during 2017 hope to take more advantage of locations near popular attractions. Some of the area’s fastest growing retail corridors are centered around new experiences and attractions, such as the northern end of International Drive near Universal Studios or the tourism core farther south near Orange County Convention Center.

Will JPMorgan Chase Raise Its Dividend in 2017?

The stock has climbed at an annual pace of more than 20% per year since 2009, culminating in a 55% leap over the past 12 months. Along the way, JPMorgan has restored and grown its dividend to the point that it now exceeds its pre-crisis levels, and investors hope that the Wall Street bank will reward shareholders yet again this year.

Will JPMorgan Chase Raise Its Dividend in 2017?

The stock has climbed at an annual pace of more than 20% per year since 2009, culminating in a 55% leap over the past 12 months. Along the way, JPMorgan has restored and grown its dividend to the point that it now exceeds its pre-crisis levels, and investors hope that the Wall Street bank will reward shareholders yet again this year.

Kurdistan Said Close to Resuming Monthly Payout to Oil Companies

The government of Iraqi Kurdistan is close to resuming regular monthly payments to international oil companies as the rally in crude prices replenishes the region’s depleted treasury, according to people familiar with the matter. It’s almost seven weeks since Genel Energy Plc, Gulf Keystone Petroleum Ltd and DNO ASA received their last payment from the Kurdistan Regional Government, which was for oil sold in September.

Don’t expect stock market disturbance

We’re halfway through the inaugural ceremonies as I try to say something coherent about what lies ahead for the market. As I confess almost every week, many of us who are conservatives called it wrong at the beginning of the Barack Obama administration.

Analysis: Trump promises big change, picks small fights

President Donald Trump points to a member of the audience after speaking at the Central Intelligence Agency in Langley, Va., Saturday, Jan. 21, 2017. President Donald Trump points to a member of the audience after speaking at the Central Intelligence Agency in Langley, Va., Saturday, Jan. 21, 2017.

Chief of Taiwan’s Foxconn says rise of protectionism unavoidable

The logo of Foxconn, the trading name of Hon Hai Precision Industry, is seen on top of the company’s headquarters in New Taipei City, Taiwan March 29, 2016. The head of Foxconn, the world’s largest contract manufacturer of electronic goods and a major Apple Inc supplier, said on Sunday that the rise of protectionism is unavoidable.

‘Pathetic. Embarrassing’: Morning Joe host dubs Trump press…

“Morning Joe” co-host Mika Brzezinski admonished President Donald Trump’s press secretary over his conduct during his first official press conference on Saturday. In several tweets posted on Saturday, Brzezinski asked if Sean Spicer was “kidding” over his criticism of the media for some outlets’ coverage of the crowd size at Trump’s inauguration and former President Barack Obama’s inaugurations in 2009 and 2013.

White House Accuses Media of Playing Down Inauguration Crowds

Press Secretary Sean Spicer deliver an statement at the press briefing room at the White House in Washington U.S., January 21, 2017. REUTERS/Carlos Barria The White House on Saturday accused the media of framing photographs to understate the crowd that attended Donald Trump’s inauguration, a new jab in a long-running fight between the new president and the news organizations who cover him.] In an unusual and fiery statement on Saturday night, White House spokesman Sean Spicer lashed out about tweeted photographs that showed large, empty spaces on the National Mall during the ceremony on Friday.

Americans’ Average Social Security Benefit at Age 62

Millions of baby boomers are signing up for Social Security, and on average, retired workers were awarded $1,406.58 per month in benefits in December 2016. The amount received in Social Security income, however, varies significantly depending on your work history and the age at which you enroll.

Trump’s Inaugural TV Ratings Fall Short of Obama’s in 2009

Nearly 31 million people watched President Donald Trump’s inauguration, falling short of the audience that tuned in for Barack Obama eight years ago, according to Nielsen. Fox News topped all broadcast and cable networks with 8.4 million viewers for its coverage from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. It’s a sign that a Trump presidency may bode well for the channel, which is owned by Rupert Murdoch’s 21st Century Fox Inc. CNN averaged 2.5 million viewers, and MSNBC had 1.35 million viewers during the same eight-hour period.

As nuclear loss grows, Toshiba needs chip investors, soon

Workers prepare the new year’s eve numerals above a Toshiba sign in Times Square in Manhattan, New York City, U.S., December 26, 2016. With mounting writedowns from its nuclear business, Japan’s Toshiba Corp is looking to sell part of its core semiconductors business, a world No.2 in the flash memory chips used in smartphones.

Trump’s supporters looking forward to what’s next as their…

John Fiore booked a last-minute flight at three-times the standard rate so he could see Donald Trump, the first president he voted for who actually won the election since Ronald Reagan, sworn in as the 45th president of the United States Friday. Fiore, a Boston native, summed up his feelings about the now-present Trump presidency following his inaugural address in two words: “I’m psyched.”

Stunning photos from inside the Women’s March, which saw…

An estimated half a million people joined the Women’s March on Washington on a crisp Saturday the day after Donald Trump was sworn in as the 45th President of the US. The march aims to bring together women across diverse backgrounds and send a bold message to the new administration that they will not be ignored or have their rights stomped on.

Here is what Tom Brady eats to stay in peak condition at an…

If you’ve ever wondered – from the couch, horizontally, picking at buffalo dip on a Sunday afternoon – what Tom Brady eats to stay in peak football shape at 39, now you can learn all about Brady’s diet from his personal chef. Boston.com ran an all-access interview with Allen Campbell, the chef employed by Brady and Giselle Bundchen to cook all their meals – and all their kids’ meals.

Anti-abortion crowd takes to S.F. streets for annual march

Thousands of pro-life demonstrators march from city hall during the start of the 13th annual Walk for Life West Coast on Saturday, Jan. 21, 2017, in San Francisco Thousands of pro-life demonstrators march from city hall during the start of the 13th annual Walk for Life West Coast on Saturday, Jan. 21, 2017, in San Francisco Konrad Szymanski of Sacramento rallies with thousands of pro-life demonstrators at the 13th annual Walk for Life West Coast on Saturday, Jan. 21, 2017, in San Francisco Konrad Szymanski of Sacramento rallies with thousands of pro-life demonstrators at the 13th annual Walk for Life West Coast on Saturday, Jan. 21, 2017, in San Francisco Monica McHardy kisses daughter Pernell Shaw, 8 months, while marching in the 13th annual Walk for Life West Coast on Saturday, Jan. 21, 2017, in San Francisco Monica McHardy kisses daughter Pernell Shaw, 8 months, while marching in the … (more)

OPEC, Russia Say Oil Cuts Are Deeper and Faster Than Expected

OPEC and Russia said they are ahead of schedule implementing their historic agreement to curb oil output and boost prices. Saudi Arabia, Algeria and Kuwait have already made deeper cuts than required, while Russia has been able to reduce supply faster than expected, ministers from the countries said as they arrived in Vienna on Saturday.

EU Populists See Trump Victory as Beginning of End for Old Order

Europe’s populist right predicted Donald Trump’s entry into the White House will herald the end of the old way of doing business in the west, as the continent’s leaders wrestled with how to deal with the new president. Anti-establishment politicians including Marine Le Pen, head of the National Front in France, and Geert Wilders of the Dutch Freedom Party echoed the combative language of the new U.S. president’s inaugural address at a celebratory rally in Koblenz, western Germany, on Saturday while Chancellor Angela Merkel was trying to reassure her supporters at a meeting in the country’s industrial heartland.

What to Watch When PayPal Reports Earnings

PayPal has been a very consistent, growing its business for a long time, and its strong momentum should have continued through the holiday season. As I wrote about in a previous article , the most important numbers to watch are active customer accounts and transactions per active customer account.

What You Don’t Know About Social Security Could Cost You

Social Security is America’s most popular “retirement plan” by far, but it’s poorly understood by millions of Americans — especially those who are yet to claim their benefit. To help you make smart Social Security decisions for you and your family, here’s a quick guide to how your Social Security retirement benefit will be calculated, how your retirement age affects your benefit, and whether or not your spouse may be entitled to a higher benefit than they think.

Cuomo Says Insurers to Cover Birth Control Despite Trump

New York state ordered health insurers to cover birth control and abortions even if President Donald Trump signs a repeal of Obamacare that would lift federal mandates on the industry. The state will require commercial insurers to provide broad coverage of contraceptive drugs and devices, and cover medically necessary abortions at no cost to the patient, according to a The order to cover birth control largely matches requirements imposed on insurers by the Affordable Care Act.