Happy meal? Steady french fry demand is good news for U.S. economy

Image source: Jaromila | E+ | Getty Images Consumers are still splurging for a side of fries with their meals. That can have a positive read through for the economy. Frozen potato supplier Lamb Weston Holdings has seen the share of consumers ordering the iconic side with fast food meals — known as the fry … Read more

Stocks making biggest moves midday: Rivian, Orchard Therapeutics

McDonald’s french fries being prepared. Daniel Acker | Bloomberg | Getty Images Check out the companies making headlines in midday trading. Rivian Automotive — Rivian Automotive shares tanked 19% after the electric vehicle maker announced plans to raise $1.5 billion in convertible notes and offered preliminary third-quarter revenue guidance roughly in line with Wall Street’s … Read more