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Wall Street Reacts to Microsoft, Meta Capex Raise

Wall Street had very different reactions to two of Big Tech’s biggest spenders after quarterly earnings reports came out on Wednesday.Both Meta and Microsoft reported higher-than-expected capex. While both companies beat revenue expectations, Microsoft’s stock sank more than 6% after-hours, while Meta’s stock jumped as high as 9%.Big Tech’s spending…

I Left Microsoft to Raise My Child. I Don’t Regret My Career Break.

This as-told-to essay is based on a conversation with Kruthika Jayatheertha, a millennial based in Bangalore, India. It has been edited for length and clarity.In October 2024, my husband and I welcomed our first child into the world. I took a six-month maternity leave, which was provided through my senior…

The 10 Best States to Raise a Family, Ranked

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Trump Said He Wants to Raise the US Military Budget by 50% in 2027

2026-01-08T06:47:01.212Z Share Copy link Email Facebook WhatsApp X LinkedIn Bluesky Threads lighning bolt icon An icon in the shape of a lightning bolt. Impact Link Save Saved Read in app This story is available exclusively to Business Insider subscribers. Become an Insider and start reading now. Have an account? Log…

How to Get a Promotion or Raise in 2026: Steps to Take at Work

Before your inbox fills up again, there are steps you can take now to set the stage for a strong 2026 at work.The end of the year presents a natural time to reflect on what you’ve done and what you hope to do in the months ahead.Whether it’s building AI…