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Mission Produce, Inc. AVO is tackling near-term industry volatility with a strategy that extends far beyond cyclical avocado pricing. While the unusually large Mexican crop impacted margins during the fiscal second quarter, management emphasized that the company’s long-term growth thesis is firmly rooted in expanding global avocado consumption, strengthening its vertically integrated supply chain, and broadening its business portfolio. Rather than react to short-term market fluctuations, Mission Produce is investing in capabilities it believes will support sustainable growth for many years.A central pillar of that strategy is to leverage its multi-regional sourcing network and expand production capacity. As supply shifts…

The email came completely out of the blue. And not surprisingly, more than a few savers were disappointed when they saw an unexpected subject line that read: “TreasuryDirect: Validating your account information this summer.” Is it true? Or is it a scammer just trying to get your bank account information? Why does TreasuryDirect want you to verify your bank account information now? TreasuryDirect.gov is an online location where you can purchase Treasury securities and U.S. savings bonds, including the inflation-indexed Series I Savings Bond. “With summer approaching,” the TreasuryDirect email begins, “we recommend taking a moment to maintain good TreasuryDirect…

Senator Mitch McConnell (R-KY) is seen as the Senate votes on amendments to the reconciliation package at the US Capitol in Washington, DC on June 4, 2026. Nathan Posner | Anadolu | getty imagesQuestions are rising about Sen. Mitch McConnell, R-Ky., as the 84-year-old lawmaker has been hospitalized for more than three weeks and little information has been given about his health condition. McConnell, the former longtime Senate majority leader who declined to seek an eighth term after multiple health concerns, was hospitalized on June 14, news outlets reported.A spokesperson for the senator at the time confirmed his hospitalization and…

VANCOUVER, BC, July 07, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Rocket Doctor AI Inc. (CSE: AIDR, OTC: AIRDF, Frankfurt: 939) (“Rocket Doctor AI”) is pleased to announce the appointment of Mr. Andrew Lau, CPA, CA, as Chief Financial Officer, effective July 6, 2026. This strategic addition to the executive team follows Rocket Doctor AI’s recent US expansion, which has increased the company’s reach to more than 21 million covered people. Mr. Lau’s leadership will be instrumental in managing the financial complexities of this rapid expansion and driving the company’s expansion strategy. Mr. Lau brings over 18 years of capital markets, corporate finance…

Tzido / iStock.com Commitment to our readers The GOBankingRates editorial team is committed to providing you with unbiased reviews and information. We use data-driven methods to evaluate financial products and services – our reviews and ratings are not influenced by advertisers. You can read more about our editorial guidelines and our review methodology for products and services. 20 yearsHelping you become richer trusted by millions of readers Retirement is a loosely defined concept that points to life beyond your working years, but for many people, it still includes at least part-time employment or business ownership. It is also linked to…

Graham Platner, center, Democratic U.S. Senate candidate for Maine, and Planned Parenthood Federation CEO Alexis McGill Johnson, right, during a campaign event with abortion rights advocates in Portland, Maine, U.S., on Monday, June 22, 2026. Mail Musto | Bloomberg | getty imagesMaine Democratic Senate candidate Graham Platner is facing pressure to drop out of the race after a Maine woman has accused him of sexual harassment — a stunning fall for the one-time candidate whose bid has been dogged by personal scandals for months as Democrats try to hold off Republicans’ only congressional seat in New England. Plattner denied allegations…

If you have $2 million in retirement savings, congratulations. That’s well above the $1.46 million that Americans believe they need to retire comfortably, according to a 2025 Northwestern Mutual study (1).At this point, you’ve probably overcome the challenge of saving enough. Now, your next mission is wealth preservation. High taxes and bad lifestyle choices can quickly destroy what looks like a huge treasure.Must readIt is not easy to change our perspective from wealth creation to wealth protection. But the journey can be less risky if you avoid these five common money traps that high-net-worth individuals sometimes fall into.1. Not knowing…

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Justice Elena Kagan and Justice Amy Coney Barrett.reutersSupreme Court Justices Elena Kagan and Amy Coney Barrett are scheduled to testify next week housing investment The subcommittee regarding the High Court’s fiscal 2027 budget request, according to the agenda released Tuesday.Her testimony on July 14 will be the first time Supreme Court justices have testified before Congress since 2019, when Kagan and Samuel Alito testified about the court’s budget request for House appropriations. Subcommittee on Financial Services and General Government. Kagan and Barrett will appear before the same panel. Kagan has served on the court since 2010, following her appointment by…

Dividend Aristocrats, S&P 500 companies that have increased payouts for 25 or more consecutive years, remain the foundation of income portfolios through the second half of 2026. Three of them stand out for July: a beaten-down quick-service leader, a biopharma machine operating on all cylinders, and a home improvement company priced for a home improvement that hasn’t quite arrived. Each pick offers a verified payout, a forward-looking thesis, and a clear risk to weigh. McDonald’s (NYSE: MCD) McDonald’s (NYSE:MCD | mcd price prediction) Right now there is the classic “buy weakness” setup. On Monday, July 6, shares traded around $275,…