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US special operators are shifting away from counterterrorism toward peer-adversary conflict.There are five areas the US special operations community can focus on to best do that, new research says.These areas harken back to the strengths of special ops in the Cold War and the War on Terror.As the US shifts…
By Lawrence White and Selena Li LONDON/HONG KONG (Reuters) – Standard Chartered (OTC:) (StanChart) will target $200 billion in new assets and double-digit growth in income from its wealth business over the next five years, as part of its wider strategy to shift to higher fee-earning businesses. The Asia-focussed bank…
As Hurricane Milton hit, TikTok was filled with live streams from people in Florida.But even though there were plenty of live videos, it was hard to follow for breaking news.TikTok also amplified controversy, like with a woman who refused to evacuate her waterfront house. As Hurricane Milton approached Florida this…
During The Beauty Health Company’s (ticker: SKIN) second quarter 2024 earnings call, CEO Marla Beck provided an overview of the company’s financial performance, highlighting a 23% year-over-year decline in revenue to $91 million, and outlined strategic initiatives to improve business prospects. Despite the downturn, driven by slower device sales and…
New Fortress Energy Inc. (NASDAQ:), a global energy infrastructure company, reported its second-quarter 2024 earnings, with an EBITDA of $120 million, falling short of the targeted $275 million. The company’s Chairman and CEO, Wes Edens, attributed the lower earnings to delays in deploying the first FLNG (OL:) 1 asset, which,…
Inc. (NYSE: REI), an oil and gas exploration and production company, has announced record sales volumes and cash generation for the second quarter of 2024. The company reported significant improvements in financial and operational metrics, including a net income of $22.4 million and record adjusted EBITDA of $66.4 million, marking…
Champion Iron Limited (CIA.TO) has announced its first quarter results for the fiscal year 2025, showcasing a period of robust performance and strategic advancements. The company achieved record sales, crossing the 3.4 million tonnes mark, and produced approximately 3.9 million tonnes of high-grade iron ore. A notable achievement during the…
Great Ajax Corp (NYSE:) has revealed a strategic shift towards commercial real estate during its second quarter 2024 earnings call. The company reported a GAAP net loss of $12.7 million, mainly due to mark-to-market and realized losses on mortgage loan sales. Despite the loss, Great Ajax is transitioning from reperforming…
SWK Holdings Corporation (SWKH) reported a solid first quarter in 2024, with a 24% increase in Finance segment revenue, reaching $11.5 million. The company’s Enteris segment entered into an exclusive option and purchase agreement with a strategic partner, indicating growth potential. Despite facing a $6 million impairment in its loan…