Microsoft Planning Thousands More Job Cuts Aimed at Salespeople

Microsoft Corp. is planning to ax thousands of jobs, particularly in sales, as part of the company’s latest move to trim its workforce amid heavy spending on artificial intelligence. The cuts are expected to be announced early next month, following the end of...

Cathie Wood’s 50% ARKK Rebound Hits a Big Wall of Skepticism

Cathie Wood’s flagship ETF has staged a powerful comeback from the depths of the trade war panic, rallying more than 50% since early April. But rather than restoring investor faith, the rebound has only been met with skepticism. Outflows are persistent. Short sellers...

Applied Intuition Hits $15 Billion Valuation for AI Vehicle Tech

The company raised $600 million from investors as it prepares for an eventual IPO. Applied Intuition Inc. — a startup developing technology for autonomous vehicles, drones and more — has raised $600 million from investors in a deal that more than doubles its valuation...

US Stock Market’s Outperformance Is Over, BofA Survey Shows

Global stocks will beat US equities over the next five years, according to Bank of America Corp.’s latest fund manager survey, adding evidence that investors increasingly see America’s market dominance as coming to an end. Some 54% of asset managers expect...