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It’s always interesting to watch Empower’s acquisitions and strategies that do not follow the norm. Contrary to CEO Ed Murphy’s pronouncement last year that they were on the hunt for a national RIA firm, their latest move to acquire Milliman’s defined contribution, defined benefit, and health and welfare administration signals an interest in benefits, which,…

In April 2026, 25 financial institutions active in the UK foreign exchange (FX) market participated in the semi-annual turnover survey for the Foreign Exchange Joint Standing Committee (FXJSC). The survey results are summarised below. Detailed tables for the April 2026 reporting period, linked below, are available separately. The main findings of the survey are: During…

Meta Platforms (META +6.02%) reported decelerating revenue growth in its most recently completed quarter. *Stock prices used were the afternoon prices of Aug. 1, 2026. The video was published on Aug.3, 2026. Parkev Tatevosian, CFA has positions in Meta Platforms. The Motley Fool has positions in and recommends Meta Platforms. The Motley Fool has a…

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Earnings season hits full stride next week, with several of the market’s biggest companies set to report. Investors will be watching not only the headline numbers, but also management commentary on AI spending, consumer demand, tariffs, and the outlook for the second half of the year. Monday Before the Open AstraZeneca (AZN) Baker Hughes (BKR)…

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