NextEra Energy is exploring the possibility of restarting the Duane Arnold Energy Center, a nuclear plant based in Palo, Iowa. The plant, which ceased operations in 2020 after serving for 45 years, is being considered for reactivation due to the increasing demand for carbon-free energy. NextEra CEO John Ketchum highlighted the need for a comprehensive
Mortgage interest rates have seen a slight decrease recently, with the average contract interest rate for 30-year fixed-rate mortgages dropping to 6.82%. Despite this decrease, potential homebuyers seem to remain hesitant about entering the market. The Mortgage Bankers Association reported that applications for mortgage purchases fell by 4% last week, contributing to a 15% decrease
The U.S. dollar showed signs of strength on Wednesday, with the Dollar Index increasing by 0.1% to 104.232. This rise came after a period of volatility in the currency markets due to the U.S. political situation. Vice President Kamala Harris received strong support from the Democratic Party after being endorsed as the presidential nominee by
As Microsoft gears up to report its earnings, the spotlight is on its ability to leverage the increasing demand for artificial intelligence and cloud computing services. With Alphabet’s impressive cloud revenue growth setting the stage, Microsoft’s prominent position in these sectors makes it an enticing prospect for investors looking to make a play on earnings.
In a move set to revolutionize grain inventory financing, ChainwireLandX Finance and Dominion Blockchain Solutions Ltd. have joined forces in a strategic partnership aimed at advancing the decentralized finance landscape. This groundbreaking alliance paves the way for innovative financing solutions that leverage blockchain technology to drive growth and efficiency in the agricultural sector. The LandX
The approval of an up to $1.8 billion State Water Implementation Revenue Fund for Texas (SWIRFT) bond issue by the Texas Water Development Board has raised concerns regarding the financing of local water projects in the state. With nearly $3 billion in requests to use the fund for various projects, including seawater desalination in Corpus
In a market environment filled with challenges and uncertainties, Bank of America’s Savita Subramanian believes that investors may be neglecting a potential area of opportunity: “old school capex.” With the S & P 500 experiencing its worst week since April, investors are reevaluating their positions and seeking new avenues for growth. Subramanian remains cautiously optimistic
The real estate market has experienced a significant slowdown, with sales of previously owned homes dropping by 5.4% in June compared to May. This decline is evident in the 3.89 million units sold on a seasonally adjusted, annualized basis, according to the National Association of Realtors. Additionally, sales were also 5.4% lower than June of
In an era where decentralization and community engagement are becoming increasingly important, Catalyze has emerged as a pioneering platform for Web3 education. With the official launch of its app, Catalyze aims to onboard the next generation of Web3 leaders and revolutionize the way communities are managed. By providing intuitive Web3-based tools, Catalyze enables users to
Legislators from both sides of the aisle have come together to introduce a new bill aimed at addressing the questionable business practices of drug supply chain middlemen. These middlemen, known as pharmacy benefit managers (PBMs), have been under scrutiny for inflating prescription medication prices and negatively impacting patients and pharmacies in the United States. The