Apple

Apple Set for iPhone Sales Boost Thanks to Strong Pro Model Demand

Apple Inc. (NASDAQ: AAPL) is once again making headlines as its latest iPhone 17 Pro models record impressive early sales. According to a recent Reuters report, the company is experiencing a 32% spike in premium iPhone demand compared to last year. This rise is expected to significantly lift its revenue and earnings for the upcoming…

Central Pacific

Central Pacific Financial Reports $18.6 Million Profit in Q3 2025: A Solid Show of Stability

Central Pacific Financial Corp. (NYSE: CPF), the parent company of Central Pacific Bank, has announced its third-quarter 2025 results, reporting net earnings of $18.6 million. This translates to $0.69 per diluted share, a notable improvement from $13.3 million (or $0.49 per share) during the same period last year. For a regional bank based in Hawaii,…

Gold

Gold Climbs Above $4000 Ahead of Expected Fed Interest Rate Cut

We have seen gold rise past US$4,000 per ounce. The jump comes as markets gear up for a possible rate cut by the Federal Reserve (Fed). With interest rates expected to fall, gold’s appeal as a safe asset has strengthened. We will explore why this is happening, what could come next, and what it means…