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Best Buy Beats Q2 Estimates and Raises Full-Year Guide as AI Spurs Computing Upgrades

Raised guidance reflects computing strength from AI-driven hardware upgrades prior to a CEO change on Nov. 1.

K-Shaped U.S. Recovery Appears to Be Narrowing, Officials Say

Target Debuts Design-Led SoHo Concept Store as Turnaround Testbed

Home Depot Cuts Profit Outlook After Q3 Miss as Housing Slump Weighs

McDonald's Revives Extra Value Meals as CEO Cites 'Two-Tier' U.S. Economy