PepsiCo CEO: Major reform underway

PepsiCo CEO: Major reform underway

PepsiCo (PEP) is doubling down on its snacks business after years of declining volume growth. On Thursday, before the market opened, the company beat Wall Street’s low earnings estimates in its third-quarter report. But the snack slowdown continued in the United States: North American food revenue fell 3% and units sold declined 4%. PepsiCo CEO…

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SEC drops lawsuit against Kraken after lengthy legal battle

SEC drops lawsuit against Kraken after lengthy legal battle

The US Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) officially dropped its lawsuit against cryptocurrency exchange Kraken, concluding a protracted legal battle that had raised concerns about regulatory overreach in the digital asset industry. The lawsuit, originally filed in November 2023, accused Kraken of operating as an unregistered securities trading platform and failing to comply with federal…

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BlackRock introduces new ETF with full downside protection

BlackRock introduces new ETF with full downside protection

BlackRock, the world’s leading asset manager, announced on Monday the launch of an exchange-traded fund (ETF) designed to offer complete protection against market declines for risk-averse investors. This strategic move is designed for those looking to invest in the stock markets while minimizing potential losses. Buffer or risk-managed ETFs are financial products that help investors…

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