Money & Consumer
Netflix stock hits 52-week low after Bloomberg viewing report
Netflix shares fell 3% on Oct. 26 to a 52-week low after Bloomberg reported members watch less, days after Netflix cut its 2026 ad revenue forecast.
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Skydance orders five-day office week, offers buyouts to some staff
In an Oct. 26 memo, Skydance's CEO and co-CEO set a five-day office week companywide and offered eligible staff a one-time voluntary buyout.
US consumer sentiment slips to 48.0 as interest rates hit buying plans
The University of Michigan's final October reading slipped to 48.0, while year-ahead inflation expectations rose to 4.7% and 85% said it is a bad time to buy a house.
Halloween candy sales fall 6.7% as prices, gas costs weigh on budgets
NielsenIQ data show Halloween candy sales fell 6.7% in the month ending Oct. 17, as chocolate prices and $4.29 gas strain household budgets.
Humana, UnitedHealthcare drop Medicare Advantage plans for seniors
Humana expects about 600,000 members to be affected by its 2027 plan exits, and UnitedHealthcare about 390,000. Medicare open enrollment runs through Dec. 7.
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Gas averages $4.27 on Oct. 22 as AAA says October is poised for a record
AAA says regular gas fell 6 cents in a week to $4.27 on Oct. 22 as winter-blend fuel arrived, but crude near $100 is limiting the drop and October may set a record.
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Dow falls 652 points as Brent oil hits highest settle since April
The Dow lost 1.23% on Friday, Oct. 23, as defensive stocks slid and oil jumped on Middle East supply fears, while chip stocks steadied after Thursday's drop.