The Food and Drug Administration recently gave the green light to Novavax’s updated protein-based Covid vaccine for emergency use in individuals aged 12 and older. This decision marks a significant milestone in the ongoing battle against the virus and sets the stage for Novavax to compete with established players like Pfizer and Moderna in the
Retirees who are concerned about the high costs of prescription drugs can breathe a sigh of relief as a new change is set to take effect in 2025. Starting in January, enrollees in Medicare drug plans will have their annual out-of-pocket drug costs capped at $2,000. An estimated 1.4 million participants in Medicare drug coverage
At 94 years old, Warren Buffett, the Oracle of Omaha, has managed to steer Berkshire Hathaway to new heights, leading the conglomerate to a market capitalization of over $1 trillion and surpassing $700,000 per share. Howard Marks, a distinguished investor and friend of Buffett, attributes his success to a well-thought-out strategy executed with discipline, consistency,
General Motors has recently made the decision to integrate its all-electric BrightDrop commercial vans into the Chevrolet brand. This move is aimed at boosting sales, improving accessibility, and increasing recognition of these electric vehicles. By incorporating the BrightDrop vans into Chevrolet’s extensive network of dealerships across North America, GM hopes to make these vehicles more
When it comes to investing, many people focus on asset allocation in terms of selecting the right mix of stocks and bonds. However, what often gets overlooked is the importance of asset location. Asset location refers to where your investments are held, such as in tax-deferred accounts like traditional IRAs or taxable accounts like brokerage
Chinese electric car companies like Nio and Xpeng are ramping up their efforts to innovate in the highly competitive electric vehicle market. One of the key areas where they are focusing their attention is on developing their own auto chips to power advanced tech features like driver-assist functions. This move comes in response to the
The recent announcement from the White House regarding the upcoming phone call between U.S. President Joe Biden and Chinese President Xi Jinping has sparked anticipation globally. The communication is expected to take place in the “coming weeks,” as stated by officials from the White House. This announcement coincided with U.S. national security adviser Jake Sullivan’s
As investors navigate the ups and downs of the stock market, it is crucial to keep a close eye on the performance of various companies. Nvidia, for example, saw a significant decline of about 7% after hours following its quarterly report. While the company beat expectations from a year ago, the stock still sold off
Salesforce recently reported its fiscal second-quarter results, which exceeded expectations and led to a 4% increase in its share price in extended trading. The company’s earnings per share came in at $2.56 adjusted, surpassing the estimated $2.36, while revenue reached $9.33 billion, outperforming the expected $9.23 billion. This positive performance was attributed to various factors
The U.S. Department of Education recently provided more information on the upcoming rollout of the new Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) for the year 2025-26. This announcement comes in response to the challenges encountered during the previous year’s college aid application cycle. The new FAFSA will undergo beta testing with limited groups of