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sports2 months ago

Eagles' Bold Calls and Packers' Struggles Highlight Critical Game Moments

In a game where the Packers lost 10-7 to the Eagles, their coach Matt LaFleur's decision to punt on fourth-and-11 instead of attempting a 58-yard field goal in the fourth quarter backfired, as the punt resulted in poor field position and the Eagles scored the winning touchdown on the next drive. Analytics suggest attempting the field goal would have been a better choice, potentially tying the game or giving the Packers a chance to win.

business1 year ago

Coca-Cola's Strong Sales Defy Falling Demand and Higher Prices

Coca-Cola's fourth quarter revenue rose 7% to $10.8 billion, with growth in Mexico, Germany, and other markets offsetting lower demand in the U.S. The company expects full-year organic revenue to grow 6-7% this year, down from last year's 12% growth, and reported a 3% decrease in net income to $1.9 billion. While unit case volumes grew in global markets, they declined 1% in North America, with higher prices impacting consumer behavior.

sports1 year ago

"Utah Jazz's Explosive 4th Quarter Comeback Stuns Milwaukee Bucks"

The Utah Jazz staged an incredible fourth-quarter comeback against the Milwaukee Bucks, outscoring them 40-13 to secure a 123-108 win. Utilizing a lineup of mostly bench players, the Jazz's defensive efforts, excellent passing, and the electric crowd played pivotal roles in their victory, showcasing the team's resilience and mentality. Additionally, the article highlights the Jazz's effective strategy in attacking Malik Beasley.

finance1 year ago

Aon's Q4 Profit Falls, Eyes M&A Opportunities

Aon plc reported an 8% increase in total revenue to $3.4 billion for the fourth quarter of 2023, with organic revenue growth of 7%. The company's full year total revenue increased 7% to $13.4 billion, including organic revenue growth of 7%. Despite a 21% decrease in EPS to $2.47 for the quarter, adjusted EPS remained flat at $3.89. Aon also announced a definitive agreement to acquire leading broker NFP. The company repurchased 2.3 million class A ordinary shares for approximately $0.8 billion in the fourth quarter and 8.4 million shares for approximately $2.7 billion in the full year 2023.

business1 year ago

Samsung Electronics' Q4 Operating Profit Drops 34.57% Despite Chip Recovery

Samsung Electronics reported a 34.57% drop in operating profit in the fourth quarter, in line with its earlier guidance, with revenue at 67.78 trillion Korean won. The decline is attributed to the impact of inflationary pressures and excess chip inventories. However, the company expects a moderate improvement in earnings in the first half of 2024, with a more significant improvement in the second half, as it anticipates a continued recovery in memory chip prices and demand for IT products.

sports2 years ago

Steelers' Offense Shows Promise in Win Against Rams, But Skepticism Remains

Despite the Pittsburgh Steelers' impressive fourth-quarter comeback win against the Los Angeles Rams, left guard Isaac Seumalo remains skeptical about the sustainability of their offensive performance. While the offense showed promise in the final quarter, Seumalo emphasizes the need for complete games and consistent performance to be a successful team. The Steelers' offense has struggled throughout the season, and even though they had a strong finish against the Rams, Seumalo believes they still have a long way to go.

finance2 years ago

"Stock Market Seasonality and Potential Q4 Rally: What to Expect"

The stock market closed the third quarter with losses, breaking three straight quarters of gains for the Dow and S&P 500. The Nasdaq also retreated after two consecutive quarters of advances. Despite the declines, all three benchmarks have performed well year to date, and investors are optimistic about the fourth quarter, which historically tends to be the best-performing quarter.

finance2 years ago

"Analyzing U.S. Stock-Market Seasonality: Is a Fourth Quarter Rally on the Horizon?"

The historically weak third quarter for U.S. stocks may set the stage for a potential rally in the fourth quarter, which has historically been the best quarter for the stock market. Despite recent market volatility and concerns about rising bond yields and interest rates, some market strategists believe that a strong end-of-year rally is possible, especially if stocks have experienced declines in the previous two months. However, others caution that market fundamentals are pointing to a potential recession, which could dampen the usual seasonal strength.

businessfinance2 years ago

Coherent Corp. Faces Stock Plunge as Grim Earnings Outlook is Released

Coherent Corp, a global leader in materials, networking, and lasers, has released its financial results for the fourth quarter and full fiscal year 2023. The results have been posted as a letter to shareholders on the company's investor relations website. A conference call to discuss the results will be held on August 16, 2023. Coherent Corp empowers market innovators through breakthrough technologies and operates in diversified applications for various markets.

sports2 years ago

Nuggets struggle in 4th quarter, Heat capitalize in NBA Finals.

The Miami Heat have dominated the fourth quarter in the first two games of the NBA Finals, outscoring the Denver Nuggets 66-45. The Nuggets have been unable to keep up with the Heat's opportunistic offense and have struggled in late-clock situations. Despite their struggles, the Nuggets insist they are not choking and are confident they can bounce back in Game 3. The Heat, on the other hand, are focused on winning and don't believe they have any tactical or mental advantage in the fourth quarter.

sports2 years ago

James Harden's Historic Performance and Scoring Streak in NBA Game 7.

James Harden's fourth-quarter scoring drought in the final three games of the NBA playoffs against the Boston Celtics was worse than Ben Simmons' infamous 2021 performance. Harden failed to score a single point in the fourth quarter of the three most crucial games of the series, while Simmons scored five points by virtue of 10 free throw attempts. Harden's lack of production down the stretch against the Celtics raises questions about his playoff reputation and future with the Philadelphia 76ers.