Earnings call transcript: United Fire Group beats Q2 2026 estimates as shares jump

Why finance leaders are taking over operations—and why the new COFO role isn’t a simple shortcut. There’s a new acronym roaming the C-suite. The so-called COFO — a hybrid chief operating and financial officer — is more common than ever, marking a structural shift in how companies are deciding who runs the business. But the…

DBS Group Research economist Ma Tieying analyzes the latest Bank of Korea (BoK) decision, noting a hawkish shift as the base rate is raised to 2.75%. The report now anticipates a faster tightening cycle, with the policy rate reaching 3.25% by year-end 2026. Growth is expected to benefit from the AI-driven semiconductor sector, while Consumer…

Please enable JavaScript if it is disabled in your browser or access the information through the links provided below. June 18, 2026 Federal Reserve Board issues enforcement action with former employee of Bank of Eufaula and S N B Bancshares, Inc. For release at 3:00 p.m. EDT …

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Quantum computing may not be at the top of every investor’s mind right now due to the prominence of artificial intelligence (AI) investing. However, I think it’s something investors should keep in mind. By 2030, there could be commercially viable quantum computing available, and that could shake up tech even more than AI has. If…