In cities and towns across the United States and much of the world, the same anxious conversation echoes: “Why are homes so expensive?” From young families locked out of the market, to renters seeing leases soar, to seniors unable to downsize affordably, the housing crisis has become a defining issue
In the rapidly evolving world of finance, few topics generate as much debate, curiosity, and confusion as Bitcoin. Heralded by some as “digital gold” and derided by others as a speculative bubble, Bitcoin has become both a buzzword and a battleground for investors seeking to understand whether it belongs in
After a one-off surge in April, consumer borrowing tanked again in May, a sign that Americans might be close to tapping out as they hit their credit card limits.
The aggregate price level is picking up, with prices of foodstuffs, services, and housing rising. The accumulated inflationary pressures will likely prevent any further easing from the Czech National Bank...
Analysts at Goldman Sachs cited the dollar’s rising tendency to sell off in tandem with U.S. equities, which has happened more than twice as often this year than over the past decade, as one of the most notable trends of 2025.
Conagra Brands expects U.S. tariffs on imported tin plate steel and aluminum, limited supply from China, and reciprocal rates on imports from certain other countries to have an impact on the fiscal 2026 profit forecast.
Benchmark Brent crude gained 0.1% at $70.27 per barrel, while U.S. West Texas Intermediate crude advanced eight cents to $68.46 per barrel at 7.38 am GMT.
Employers Holdings’ first quarter performance was marked by a notable divergence between revenue and profitability, as sales came in below Wall Street expectations while non-GAAP profit surpassed consensus estimates. Management attributed the revenue decline primarily to lower new business and audit premiums, a direct result of targeted underwriting and pricing actions in specific states to maintain profitability. CEO Katherine Antonello emphasized that, despite these headwinds, the company reached a new high in policies in force, reflecting strong customer retention. She also highlighted “meaningful progress” in reducing the underwriting expense ratio, and pointed to a 20% year-over-year increase in net investment income, which helped offset pressure from higher loss ratios and softer top-line growth.
Potbelly’s first quarter results for 2025 were met with a notably positive market reaction, as the company surpassed Wall Street’s revenue and adjusted profit expectations. Management attributed the outperformance to sustained momentum in menu innovation, increased digital engagement, and disciplined cost controls. CEO Bob Wright highlighted the strong customer response to new offerings, stating, “Our customers responded positively” to recent menu additions, while also citing operational improvements and franchise expansion as key contributors. The company’s focus on expanding digital channels and delivering value through promotions further supported sales resilience during the period.
The end of an earnings season can be a great time to discover new stocks and assess how companies are handling the current business environment. Let’s take a look at how Skyward Specialty Insurance (NASDAQ:SKWD) and the rest of the property & casualty insurance stocks fared in Q1.
