Accounting, Banking & Finance

Student loan defaults surge in Wisconsin, US after federal reprieve ends

More than 108,000 Wisconsinites are in default on student loans

Oracle takes credit rating hit as it faces Wisconsin regulators over data center financial requirements

S&P Global Ratings, a national credit rating agency, cut Oracle’s rating on July 9

Netflix stock falls over 8% after disappointing earnings forecast

Revenue is up 13% year over year, but slightly missed analyst expectations

Wisconsin ranked 10th best economy in nation

Overall, the state was rated a B, had a real GDP of $359.6 billion in 2025, has a stable debt rating and outlook, and is in overall good shape

Levi Strauss has big quarter, beats Wall Street expectations

Revenue for Levi's in its second quarter was $1.56 billion versus an expected $1.52 billion

PepsiCo reports mixed quarterly earnings

Pepsi said its second quarter woes were due in part to oil prices rising and falling dramatically during the Iran war

Lake Ridge Bank commits to 5 years as presenting sponsor for Art Fair on the Square

The fair, now in its 68th year, showcases the work of over 300 artists from around the country

Ascendium launches student access platform Jurni

Jurni help students pay back loans with personalized guidance, reminders and practical support

Landmark Credit Union expanding Madison footprint

The new location is at 1712 Monroe St.

Savi and Ascendium expand partnership to help underserved borrowers with student loan changes

Borrowers can receive access to Savi’s Student Loan Guidance platform, one-on-one expert support and educational resources