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Sony girds for US tariffs after record annual net profit

Japan's Sony on Wednesday reported a record annual net profit but issued a cautious forecast, saying it hopes to "manage the impact" of US trade tariffs on its business.

Sony logs 18% annual net profit jump, forecast cautious

Japanese entertainment and electronics giant Sony on Wednesday reported an 18 percent jump in annual net profit but issued a cautious forecast for the current financial year.

Australian seaweed farm tackles burps to help climate

It is barely visible, and needs no irrigation or fertilisers: lying off the coast of Australia is a vast seaweed crop destined to curb livestock's climate-altering flatulence and belches.

Horizon Kinetics Holding Corporation Reports First Quarter Results

Highlights for the Quarter ended March 31, 2025:Management and advisory fee revenue of $18.9 million for the quarter ended March 31, 2025, an increase of 58% over the first quarter of 2024Net income attributable to Horizon Kinetics Holding Corporation of $22.8 million, or $1.23 per common share for the three months ended March 31, 2025Assets under management (“AUM”) grew to $10.8 billion as of March 31, 2025, an increase of 54% from March 31, 2024 and 10% from December 31, 2024Board of Directors declares a $0.056 per share dividend

GEE Group Announces Results for the Fiscal 2025 Second Quarter and YTD

JACKSONVILLE, FL / ACCESS Newswire / May 14, 2025 / GEE Group Inc. (NYSE American:JOB) together with its subsidiaries (collectively referred to as the "Company," "GEE Group," "our" or "we"), a provider of professional staffing services and human resource solutions, today announced consolidated results for the fiscal 2025 second quarter and year to date periods ended March 31, 2025. The Company's contract and placement services are currently provided under its Professional Staffing Services operating division or segment. The Company's former Industrial Staffing Services segment has now been characterized as a discontinued operation as of March 31, 2025 and is excluded from the results of continuing operations reported below, unless otherwise stated. All amounts presented herein are consolidated or derived from consolidated amounts, and are rounded and represent approximations, accordingly.

Trust Consulting Services Selected as an Awardee of the $150 million BPA to Provide Accounting and Financial Management Services to the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS)

WASHINGTON, DC / ACCESS Newswire / May 14, 2025 / Trust Consulting Services, a leading provider of professional solutions, is proud to announce it has been awarded a Blanket Purchase Agreement (BPA) to deliver Accounting and Financial Management Services to the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS).

Online Dispensary Area 52 Now Ships Legal Weed Nationwide

LAS VEGAS, NV / ACCESS Newswire / May 14, 2025 / Area 52 becomes the first and only online dispensary to ship premium cannabis legally to all 50 states. This breakthrough service follows their strict compliance with the 2018 Farm Bill, making quality weed available to everyone, regardless of local laws.

Qollateral Expands Program To Loan Against Luxury Watches Up to $10 Million

NEW YORK CITY, NY / ACCESS Newswire / May 14, 2025 / Qollateral, a leading nationwide provider of luxury watch loans and collateral lending, has announced the expansion of its asset-backed loan program to offer up to $10 million in funding against high-value watches. This new, competitive loan limit will help customers in NYC and nationwide secure significant funding against their watch collection as soon as the same day.

Clear Start Tax Highlights the Top 5 Mistakes People Make With Back Taxes — And How to Avoid Them

Clear Start Tax Shares Expert Insights to Help Taxpayers Avoid Costly Errors and Get Back on Track

Lift-off at Eurovision as first semi-final takes flight

The 2025 Eurovision Song Contest kicked off Tuesday with a first semi-final filled with pyrotechnics, colour and a dazzling sweep of music, from Portuguese guitar ballads to Belgian techno.

Sean Combs's ex Cassie says he forced her into 'disgusting' sex ordeals

Sean "Diddy" Combs's former partner Casandra Ventura told jurors at the music mogul's sex trafficking trial Tuesday how he subjected her to "disgusting" marathon group sex sessions.

Brazil legend Marta returns for Japan friendlies

Legendary Brazil striker Marta will return to the national team aged 39 after a nine-month absence for two friendlies against Japan, the Brazilian Football Confederation (CBF) said Tuesday.

It's showtime at Eurovision as semis begin

The 2025 Eurovision Song Contest started Tuesday in a blaze of lights, colour and pyrotechnics as competitors strutted their stuff in the first semi-final in the world's biggest televised live music event.

US inflation cooled in April as Trump began tariff rollout

US President Donald Trump on Tuesday hailed cooler-than-expected April inflation data and reiterated his call for the Federal Reserve to cut interest rates, as analysts warned that his tariffs may still fuel price hikes in the months ahead.

Rights groups urge court to halt UK fighter jet supplies to Israel

Rights groups on Tuesday urged judges to halt Britain's supply of fighter jet parts to Israel amid the war in Gaza, as they took the government to court and accused it of breaking international law.

Sean Combs's ex Cassie says he 'controlled' her life

Sean "Diddy" Combs's former partner Casandra Ventura told jurors at the music mogul's sex trafficking trial Tuesday how he "controlled" her life and wielded compromising sexual blackmail material to keep her in line.

US inflation cooled in April as Trump rolled out tariffs

US consumer inflation cooled slightly in April, but analysts warned prices could spike in the coming months as businesses grapple with President Donald Trump's sweeping "liberation day" tariffs.

US consumer inflation cooled in April as Trump rolled out tariffs

US consumer inflation cooled slightly in April, but analysts warned prices could spike in the coming months as businesses come to grips with President Donald Trump's sweeping "liberation day" tariffs.

Trump basks in Saudi welcome on business-focused state visit

Donald Trump enjoyed a lavish, royal welcome in Saudi Arabia on Tuesday on the first state visit of his second term, with the US president foremost focused on business deals at the start of a Gulf tour.

Customer data stolen in Marks & Spencer cyberattack

British retailer Marks & Spencer said on Tuesday that some personal data of its customers was stolen in a cyberattack that has crippled its online services for weeks.

German investors cheered by tariff talks, new government

German investor sentiment has jumped, buoyed by rollbacks of US tariffs, and the formation of a new national government, a closely-watched survey showed Tuesday.

Nissan posts $4.5 bn annual net loss, to cut 20,000 jobs

Japan's Nissan posted an annual net loss of $4.5 billion on Tuesday while saying it plans to cut 15 percent of its global workforce and warning about the possible impact of US tariffs.

Nissan posts $4.5 billion annual net loss, says to cut 20,000 jobs

Japan's Nissan posted a huge annual net loss of $4.5 billion on Tuesday while confirming reports that it plans to cut 15 percent of its global workforce and warning about the possible impact of US tariffs.

Trump in Saudi Arabia on Gulf tour, eyeing major deals

Donald Trump enjoyed a lavish welcome in Saudi Arabia on Tuesday as he opened the first state visit of his second term, with the US president eyeing major business deals even as progress on the Middle East's hotspots will likely be harder to reach.

Trump starts Gulf trip in Saudi eyeig deals

Donald Trump enjoyed a lavish welcome in Saudi Arabia on Tuesday as he opened the first state visit of his second term, with the US president eyeing major business deals even as progress on the Middle East's hotspots will likely be harder to reach.

Honda forecasts 70% net profit drop citing 'tariff impact'

Japan's Honda Motor on Tuesday forecast a 70 percent drop in net profit for the 2025-26 financial year as US trade tariffs weigh on the global auto industry.

Japan's SoftBank posts $7.8 bn annual net profit

Japanese tech investor SoftBank Group, a major player in the US Stargate artificial intelligence drive, on Tuesday posted a bumper full-year net profit of $7.8 billion.

Vietnam death row tycoon promises to turn properties into 'golden goose'

A Vietnamese property tycoon trying to avoid a death sentence for multi-billion-dollar fraud has promised to turn her property empire into a "golden goose" to help pay back the assets she embezzled, her lawyer said Tuesday.

Trump starts Gulf trip in Saudi eyeing deals

Donald Trump arrived in Saudi Arabia on Tuesday on the first leg of a Gulf tour that will also take him to Qatar and the United Arab Emirates, eyeing business deals even as accords on the Middle East's hotspots will likely be harder to reach.

US tariffs hit Central Europe, Balkans growth: Europe bank

Economic growth in Central Europe and the Balkans is expected to be strained this year by US President Donald Trump's tariff policies, Europe's development bank forecast Tuesday.

Inner workings of AI an enigma - even to its creators

Even the greatest human minds building generative artificial intelligence that is poised to change the world admit they do not comprehend how digital minds think.

Tradable Bits Signs League-Wide Deal with Canada's Northern Super League to Build Fandoms and Supercharge Sponsorship Efforts

All Six NSL Clubs in Canada's professional women's soccer league have all Signed with Tradable Bits

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