Uber Technologies Inc. has lost its second federal bellwether trial concerning passenger sexual assaults. A North Carolina jury found an Uber driver committed battery and awarded the female passenger $5,000 in damages after he placed his hand on her thigh and made sexual comments during a 2019 ride. This verdict follows a previous loss where a jury awarded $8.5 million in a similar case.

UBS AG is offering 1-year Airbag Autocallable Yield Notes linked to the common stock of Freeport-McMoRan Inc. (FCX). These notes provide regular coupon payments (illustrative 8.04% per annum) unless automatically called early if the underlying stock meets or exceeds its initial level. If not called, principal repayment at maturity is contingent on the final level relative to a downside threshold, with leveraged downside exposure if the final level falls below this threshold.

UBS AG is offering Trigger Autocallable Contingent Yield Notes linked to Palo Alto Networks, Inc. common stock, maturing April 23, 2029. These notes provide periodic contingent coupons if the underlying stock meets a coupon barrier and are subject to automatic early call if the stock reaches its initial level. Investors face principal loss if the notes are not called and the final stock level falls below a downside threshold.

A federal judge has approved a revised $425 million settlement for Capital One 360 Savings account customers who were reportedly misled about interest rates. Millions of current and former customers are now eligible for larger payments than initially expected, with payouts anticipated to begin in the coming months. The settlement also mandates that Capital One raise the interest rate on its 360 Savings accounts to match the higher-yielding 360 Performance accounts.

A federal jury in North Carolina found Uber liable for sexual assault by a driver, marking the second consecutive defeat for the company in more than 3,000 pending lawsuits. The plaintiff, Brianna Mensing, was awarded $5,000, significantly less than in a previous bellwether case. Uber maintains the vast majority of its trips are incident-free and plans to appeal both verdicts, while critics call for increased accountability for the prevalence of sexual violence during rides.

Alphabet Inc. Class A (GOOGL) offers investors exposure to a diversified tech giant driven by search advertising, cloud computing, and AI breakthroughs. The article explores how Alphabet's market dominance, particularly in AI, positions it for sustained growth despite regulatory pressures and competition. It also highlights analyst bullishness and key risks like antitrust scrutiny, emphasizing the importance of AI investments for future profitability.

Baird has recruited a three-advisor team, HWB Partners, from Goelzer Investment Management in Indianapolis, bringing approximately $1 billion in client assets. Separately, Fair Oaks Wealth Management, led by Bob Halbert, has moved its $140 million practice from Edward Jones to Ameriprise Financial's independent channel. Additionally, Prime Capital Financial has expanded its Fort Worth office by adding Shane Miller as a partner and managing director, enhancing its tax-focused planning capabilities.

Steel Dynamics reported a record first-quarter profit of $403 million, significantly up from previous quarters, driven by record steel shipments and higher steel prices. The Fort Wayne-based company also saw strong performance in its metals recycling and steel fabrication operations, despite an initial operating loss in its aluminum division. Steel Dynamics increased its cash dividend by 6% and expects robust domestic steel and aluminum demand throughout 2026.

NaaS Technology Inc is strategically positioned in China's booming EV charging market with an asset-light "Network-as-a-Service" model, partnering with station owners and focusing on software platforms for billing, scheduling, and maintenance. This approach allows scalable expansion without heavy capital investment, making it an attractive option for global investors looking for exposure to the electrified mobility sector, particularly in English-speaking markets. While offering diversification and potential for growth, the company faces risks including geopolitical tensions, competition, economic slowdowns in China, and regulatory shifts, requiring careful monitoring by investors.

Evercore ISI has increased its price target for KeyCorp (NYSE:KEY) to $26 from $24, maintaining an Outperform rating, following the bank's strong first-quarter 2026 results. The firm also raised its earnings per share estimates for 2026 and 2027, factoring in higher net pre-provision net revenue and increased share repurchases. This positive adjustment aligns with other analysts who also raised their price targets on KeyCorp, citing factors like strong loan growth and balance sheet strength.