Denis Villeneuve’s Dune: Part Two has been making waves in the international box office scene, with a solid offshore hold that is quickly closing in on the $500M mark globally. The overseas weekend numbers are nothing short of impressive, bringing in a total of $51.2M across 73 markets. This represents a 40% drop compared to
Love Lies Bleeding, a steamy crime thriller led by Kristin Stewart, claimed the number 6 spot at the domestic box office in its nationwide expansion. The film grossed $2.5 million for the weekend on 1,362 screens, showcasing Stewart as a reclusive gym manager who falls for an ambitious bodybuilder caught in a web of criminal
In the ever-evolving world of cybersecurity, CrowdStrike (CRWD) has emerged as a top pick among analysts. Mizuho analyst Gregg Moskowitz praised the company’s impressive quarterly results and optimistic guidance. He highlighted the success of its Falcon Cloud Security, Identity, and next-gen LogScale SIEM offerings, which have contributed significantly to the company’s annual recurring revenue. Moskowitz
Low-income Americans are set to bear the brunt of reductions in housing and social safety net programs as a result of recent legislative changes. Efforts to provide affordable dwellings for low-income families and address lead-paint contamination in aging structures have suffered funding setbacks, leaving many vulnerable individuals at risk. Lawmakers in Congress are currently debating
Advent International, a private equity firm, is currently in advanced discussions to acquire Nuvei, a Canadian payments technology company. According to a source familiar with the matter, the deal, which has not been officially announced yet, could be revealed soon. However, there is a possibility that the negotiations may not result in a final agreement.
Norway has emerged as a leader in electric vehicle (EV) adoption, with an impressive 82% of new cars sold in the country in 2023 being electric. This remarkable success can be largely attributed to the generous subsidies offered to EV owners and the country’s investment in charging infrastructure. These initiatives have made it much more
Bitcoin, once known for its extreme price swings, is now seeing a decrease in volatility. Matt Hougan, chief investment officer at Bitwise Asset Management, has noted that the wild fluctuations in the cryptocurrency’s value have subsided over the past decade. This shift is attributed to a simple demand-supply imbalance in the market, driven by the
In a bid to capitalize on Japan’s flourishing investment and tourism market, Patience Capital Group (PCG) announced plans to expand its $1.42 billion luxury ski project in northern Japan. The Singapore-based investor is in discussions to reopen its fund to accommodate new investors looking to seize opportunities before potential policy changes by the Bank of
President Joe Biden made it clear on Thursday that he opposes the $14.9 billion acquisition of U.S. Steel Corp by Japan’s Nippon Steel. He emphasized the importance of U.S. Steel remaining an American company, stating that it has been an iconic American steel company for over a century. This marks the first time that Biden
The highly anticipated film, Godzilla vs. Kong, directed by Adam Wingard, made waves in the box office when it was released in 2021. Despite facing challenges due to the Covid-19 pandemic, the movie managed to gross an impressive $470.1M globally. This success was largely attributed to the film’s ability to bring audiences back to theaters