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Accenture announces a  billion share buyback as AI demand drives unexpected revenue growth, boosting shares nearly 7%.

Accenture announces a $4 billion share buyback as AI demand drives unexpected revenue growth, boosting shares nearly 7%.

Accenture, the IT services giant, recently announced a significant $4.0 billion share buyback following impressive fourth-quarter revenue results. The company reported earnings of $16.41 billion, slightly beating analysts’ predictions. This growth was largely fueled by increased demand for generative artificial intelligence solutions, which continued to rise for the fourth consecutive quarter. Accenture’s new customer contracts ...

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The Fed’s unexpected rate cut sparks global market tensions, igniting fears of a looming recession as policymakers scramble to respond.

The Fed’s unexpected rate cut sparks global market tensions, igniting fears of a looming recession as policymakers scramble to respond.

The Federal Reserve’s recent decision to cut interest rates by half a percentage point is likely to influence global monetary policies. Fed Chair Jerome Powell reassured the public that the U.S. economy remains stable, despite fears of recession. This rate cut provides relief to emerging markets facing high U.S. borrowing costs, allowing them to adjust ...

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Bob Iger and Bob Chapek’s intense power struggle at Disney unfolded amid corporate tension, leading to Chapek’s unexpected ousting.

Bob Iger and Bob Chapek’s intense power struggle at Disney unfolded amid corporate tension, leading to Chapek’s unexpected ousting.

Disney’s CEO Bob Iger recently praised his predecessor Bob Chapek, stating they worked together well, though he quickly shifted the credit to their senior management team. This references their tense relationship during Chapek’s leadership, which began amid the chaos of the COVID-19 pandemic. Iger’s abrupt exit stirred conflicts about who Chapek should report to, contributing ...

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Amidst the complexities of EV charging, unexpected delays turn a family road trip in Wyoming into a frustrating adventure.

Amidst the complexities of EV charging, unexpected delays turn a family road trip in Wyoming into a frustrating adventure.

Electric vehicle (EV) drivers often face unexpected challenges at charging stations, especially in places like Wyoming. A recent experience highlighted how advertised charging speeds can be misleading, as a Rivian SUV struggled to get a full charge from a station promising 350 kW, ultimately slowing a planned road trip by two hours. Factors like varying ...

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