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The AI boom isn’t slowing down, and these two stocks stand to benefit.

Microsoft will spend $10 billion through 2030 in four Persian Gulf countries. The software giant will build out infrastructure and strengthen cyber security. Microsoft President Brad Smith spoke with Bloomberg's Ed Ludlow to discuss. He also spoke about AI saying that AI safety won't advance if we rely on two companies as well the need for independent evaluators.

Standalone plans for the entertainment company’s Disney+ and Hulu streaming services will now cost an additional $2.50, at $21.49 a month.

US bond yields surged Wednesday to reclaim their highest levels in nearly two decades after new data depicted strong business activity and intensifying inflation concerns.

Michael Burry did not short a stock this time. He went through the fine print of five balance sheets and published what he found on September 19.

Caesars Entertainment shareholders have approved a multibillion-dollar merger with Fertitta Gaming that would create one of the largest gaming empires. Caesars has a dominant presence on the Las Vegas Strip, operating hotels like Caesars Palace, the Flamingo and Harrah's. It also operates casino resorts across the United States. Fertitta owns Las Vegas' Golden Nugget and restaurant chains like Rainforest Cafe and Morton's. Billionaire owner Tilman Fertitta is the largest shareholder in Wynn Resorts and the sports betting company DraftKings.

Investing.com -- McDonald’s Corp expects flat customer traffic and higher inflation to remain a permanent feature of the restaurant industry, Chief Executive Chris Kempczinski said on Wednesday.

At the same time, Disney appears to be exploring new ways to expand its streaming business beyond simply raising subscription prices.

Meta Platforms stock is up more than 2% on the day, adding to its 11% Monday pop, despite a broader market slowdown. (The tech-heavy Nasdaq composite index is down more than 1%.) Today, the company is set to make further announcements about its new personal AI agent, Muse, and its capabilities during its annual Meta Connect developer conference.

(Updates with latest market prices and developments.) US benchmark stock indexes fell intraday an

Scott Melker discusses how Binance invested $100 million into Circle's (CRCL) global USDC expansion, while Binance also faces a Department of Justice (DOJ) probe over alleged Iran sanction violations. "The Daily Wolf with Scott Melker" airs every day at 12:00 p.m. Tune in for your daily dose of all things crypto. Make sure to also check out Yahoo Finance's new crypto hub to find the latest crypto-related news.

Sept 23 (Reuters) - Mounting inflation pressures and a strengthening economy look to be pushing the Federal Reserve towards an interest-rate hike on the eve of critical national elections, with

McDonald's unveiled plans Wednesday to steer $8.5 billion to franchisees for restaurant remodels and technology upgrades as it prepares for an inflation-challenged consumer economy for the foreseeable future. The franchisee investments aim to cushion the financial hit to small businesses that can face price tags as much as $450,000 to remodel the lobby in US restaurants.

The Federal Reserve just handed Bank of America a mechanical earnings tailwind, yet investors sold the stock hard. One of these sides is badly wrong, and the answer lives inside a balance sheet most analysts are reading incorrectly.

BlackRock’s prediction comes as Meta bring AI-powered shopping to millions of consumers.

In an attempt to boost convenience, Costco may have taken a step backward, which could ultimately hurt sales.

U.S. government bond yields are higher across the curve today, with the 10-year yield poised to make its biggest one-day jump in four months. Some of the factors behind the move: Inflationary pressure.

JD Sports reported falling sales and profits for its fiscal first half today, sending its stock slumping. It’s far from alone. Many players in the sports arena have hit a rough patch, including Adidas and Nike, whose stock prices have fallen by about 15% and more than 44%, respectively, this year.

In an interview with CNBC, Kempczinski said the company needs to be careful with pricing and not raise prices beyond what consumers are willing to pay.

Investing.com -- Walt Disney Company (NYSE:DIS) is preparing to raise prices across several of its streaming services as early as Wednesday, according to a report from Bloomberg. The flagship ad-free Disney+ tier will see a 13% increase, rising $2.50 to $21.49 per month, while standalone ad-free Hulu will undergo an identical price hike. The strategic adjustment narrows the price gap between Disney’s primary service and key rival Netflix Inc., which charges $26.99 monthly for its top-tier plan.

Treasury yields have climbed to multi-year highs as inflation fears and the growing national deficit pressure bonds. This is far from an American problem. The yield has risen 1.13 percentage points since the start of the Iran war, according to Dow Jones Market Data.

In an interview with CNBC, Mazza said a sharp reset has reduced leverage in memory trades, while investors are broadening their focus across more specialized parts of the AI trade.

Investors interested in taking some bullish exposure on Micron stock can do so with lower risk through a bull call spread.

The Google-owned platform is rolling out better tools for digital producers that could help it to keep more of their content exclusively.

Sept 23 (Reuters) - Disney will raise prices on several streaming subscriptions, including its flagship ad-free Disney+ plan, Bloomberg News reported on Wednesday, citing people familiar with the

Three companies tied to artificial intelligence now carry a combined valuation that dwarfs decades of American tech history, and the cash flow projections behind those numbers raise serious questions about who actually wins this bet.

Price is not the only focus for the chain.

The 10-year Treasury yield rose to its highest level since 2007 on Wednesday.

Key Stats for Charles Schwab StockCurrent Price: $100. 35Target Price (Mid): ~$180Street Target: ~$125Potential Total Return: ~69%Annualized IRR: ~13% / yearWhat Happened?The Charles Schwab Corporation (SCHW) fell 6.

McDonald’s said Wednesday it will spend $8.5 billion over the next decade to modernize its restaurants globally. The Chicago burger chain also said it plans to introduce grilled chicken sandwiches and wraps and experiment with products like egg bites and bowls to meet the needs of customers who are seeking more protein and varied portion sizes. Skye Anderson, the president of McDonald’s USA, said approximately 30 million Americans are now using GLP-1 weight loss drugs, and they’re seeking smaller, more protein-packed meals as a result.