Lowe’s: Fiscal Q4 earnings snapshot
MOORESVILLE, N.C. — Lowe’s Cos. today reported fiscal fourth-quarter earnings of $1.21 billion. The company said it had profit of $1.78 per share. The results…
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Russia’s Putin announces military operation in Ukraine
KYIV, Ukraine — Russian President Vladimir Putin on Thursday announced a military operation in Ukraine, claiming it’s intended to protect civilians. In a televised address,…
U.S. ports to get $450 million to speed flow of goods, lower prices
WASHINGTON — Clogged U.S. ports are being given access to nearly $450 million in federal money from President Joe Biden’s infrastructure law as part of…
US consumer confidence dips slightly but remains high
SILVER SPRING, Md. — U.S. consumer confidence declined modestly this month but remains high, even as prices for just about everything continue to rise. The…
High court takes case involving refusal to serve gay couples
WASHINGTON — The Supreme Court has agreed to hear a new clash involving religion and the rights of LGBT people. The high court said today…
Insurer Humana, Starboard agree to add independent directors
Humana is adding two more independent directors to its board under an agreement with activist hedge fund Starboard Value LP. The Medicare Advantage coverage provider…
World leaders focus on how to punish Russia over Ukraine
BRUSSELS — With the smell of war in the air over Europe, world leaders got over the shock of Russian President Vladimir Putin’s order to…
Stocks slide further amid Ukraine crisis; S&P in correction
NEW YORK (AP) — Stocks are closing lower on Wall Street Tuesday after Russia sent forces into Ukraine’s eastern regions, escalating tensions. The benchmark S&P…
War fears grow as Putin orders troops to eastern Ukraine
MOSCOW — A long-feared Russian invasion of Ukraine appeared to be imminent Monday, if not already underway, with Russian President Vladimir Putin ordering forces into…
Insider Q&A: Brian Moynihan, CEO of Bank of America
NEW YORK — As CEO of Bank of America since 2010, Brian Moynihan has been largely credited with rebuilding the bank after the Great Recession…