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The recent immigration raids in Los Angeles have put the spotlight on the popular hardware store chain Home Depot (NYSE:HD), leading to protests and potential business implications. What Happened: The federal immigration raids in Los Angeles have targeted Home Depot, among other locations...

Warnings of empty shelves and financial chaos pushed President Donald Trump to soften his fight with the Federal Reserve and cool talk of a deeper tariff war with China, lifting Wall Street out of a tailspin late Wednesday. What Happened: The about-face came after top retailers — Walmart, Target,...

President Donald Trump held a meeting with the CEOs of Walmart Inc. (NYSE:WMT), Home Depot Inc. (NYSE:HD), and Target Corporation (NYSE:TGT) on Monday. What Happened: The meeting was centered around the possible effects of Trump’s wide-ranging tariff plans on the import-centric business...

Tens of thousands of dockworkers have gone on strike, potentially affecting holiday shopping. The strike began after the International Longshoremen’s Association and the U.S. Maritime Alliance failed to agree on a new labor contract. What Happened: The strike has led to the closure of 36...

The week saw a flurry of economic news, with a strong focus on inflation and its potential implications for the Federal Reserve’s future actions. Former Treasury Secretary Larry Summers and ex-Home Depot Inc. CEO Bob Nardelli both chimed in on this topic, offering their insights on the...

Former Home Depot Inc. CEO Bob Nardelli has raised concerns about the ongoing economic pressures and the potential for a significant shift in the labor market. What Happened: Nardelli, pointed out that the U.S. economy is not showing signs of a swift recovery. He highlighted the impact of rising...

Sen. Bernie Sanders (I-Vt.), along with a group of Democratic lawmakers, is reportedly spearheading a bill proposing an increase in taxes for companies that pay their CEOs 50 times more than their median worker. What Happened: The Tax Excessive CEO Pay Act has been introduced to mitigate corporate...

Billionaire Bernie Marcus, a notable Republican donor and co-founder of the Home Depot, Inc., declared that a criminal conviction wouldn't deter him from funding Donald Trump's 2024 presidential run.  However, he doesn't plan to be a top contributor this time,...

Bernie Marcus, co-founder of Home Depot (NYSE: HD), said Americans need to "wake up" to the reality that the U.S. economy is in tough times following the collapse of Silicon Valley Bank, which was a subsidiary of SVB Financial Group (NASDAQ: SIVB)....

Home Depot Inc. (NYSE: HD) revealed its sales rose more slowly than earlier in the pandemic that brought on a rapid surge in home improvement spending. The earnings and revenue beats were not enough to offset weakening DIY trends that did all the talking. Shares tumbled 5% as the home improvement...

The cover story in this weekend's Barron's offers 42 bargain stock picks from the Barron's Roundtable. Other featured articles discuss disappearing Chinese stocks, the next big thing in biotech and themes to watch for in big tech earnings. Also, see the prospects for a sporting goods...

One of America's largest retailers, Home Depot (NYSE: HD), has just reserved a ship for its sole use. The move underscores just how tight trans-Pacific capacity has become and how worried retailers are about getting goods on shelves at any cost. In an article published Sunday, CNBC interviewed...

Benzinga has examined the prospects for many investor favorite stocks over the past week. The past week's bullish calls included a new Warren Buffett stake and a big-box retailer. The iPhone maker, a pot stock and a video streaming leader were among the bearish calls seen. Investors began...

This weekend's Barron's cover story offers 12 alternatives to bonds for income investors. Other featured articles examine values stocks worth a look, parallels between internet and transportations stocks, and how to play a consumer discretionary rebound. Also, the prospects for a luxury...

Benzinga held its inaugural Benzinga Global Small Cap Conference, a day of dealmaking, networking, and learning, on Dec. 8-9. In recognition of those disruptive innovators creating positive and diverse change, Benzinga presents Fundamental Income. About: Fundamental Income is a multi-faceted...