A critical measure of Bitcoin mining profitability has collapsed to its lowest level since late 2024, as miners grapple with falling BTC prices and severe operational disruptions from a major U.S. winter storm, according to analytics firm CryptoQuant.
Truist Securities raised its price target on Fifth Third Bancorp (FITB) following a robust quarterly performance driven by loan growth and fee income, while slightly adjusting its long-term earnings outlook due to acquisition timing and tax considerations.
As Palantir Technologies prepares to report Q4 results, options markets signal significant volatility ahead, with the stock's AI-driven rally facing a reality check amid shifting investor focus.
Sugar futures tumbled this week, with key benchmarks hitting multi-month and multi-year lows, as analysts project swelling global surpluses driven by robust harvests in Brazil and India.
Cocoa futures have plunged to multi-year lows, pressured by a global surplus and weakening demand as high chocolate prices curb consumption. Analysts point to favorable harvests in West Africa and falling processing volumes as key factors extending the market's month-long decline.
New CMS reimbursement rates are pressuring Medicare Advantage profits, sending shares of Humana and CVS Health lower. We analyze whether the sell-off presents a buying opportunity for dividend investors or signals deeper structural challenges.
Iran’s foreign minister says missile programme not up for negotiation as Trump says sending more ships to the region.
A massive release of Jeffrey Epstein-related documents by the Justice Department includes emails showing Commerce Secretary Howard Lutnick planned a 2012 lunch on the financier's private island, despite previous assertions he had severed ties. The files also contain communications involving Donald Trump and Elon Musk, fueling ongoing political and legal scrutiny.
U.S. oil giants ExxonMobil and Chevron hinted at a potential future role in Venezuela's energy revival during earnings calls, emphasizing the need for legal stability and clearer political outcomes before any major commitments. While sanctions ease and new legislation emerges, the path to significant investment remains long and fraught with uncertainty.
A prominent crypto analyst warns that Bitcoin could retest a critical long-term support level near $57,000, signaling a deepening correction as the digital asset market stumbles into 2026.
SoFi CEO Anthony Noto calls the Powell Fed era a mixed bag, praising the ultimate economic stability despite policy stumbles. As the baton passes to a new Treasury Secretary, investors weigh SoFi's record growth against a cautious 2026 outlook.
Apple's record-breaking quarter highlighted a persistent memory chip shortage, driven by AI demand. This dynamic is creating a powerful tailwind for U.S.-based memory leader Micron Technology, with industry commentary suggesting the upcycle has further to run.
Bitcoin struggles to find a floor, trading near November lows as the nomination of Kevin Warsh for Fed Chair fails to spark a rally. Persistent outflows from US spot ETFs and a broader risk-off mood compound the pressure, raising fresh doubts about the cryptocurrency's 'digital gold' narrative.
Despite a 20% slide following its merger with Synovus, Pinnacle Financial Partners (PNFP) now trades at a valuation that may fully price in the risks. With significant cost and revenue synergies on the horizon, analysts see a clear path for earnings growth and a potential re-rating of the stock by 2026.
In a landmark disclosure during its Q4 earnings call, Tesla has revealed it now has 1.1 million active Full Self-Driving (FSD) subscribers worldwide. The announcement comes as the company prepares to shift exclusively to a monthly subscription model, a strategic move tied to Elon Musk's ambitious goal of reaching 10 million active users.
Amid a sharp drop in annual profits, Chevron and Exxon Mobil chart starkly different courses on Venezuela's oil potential, highlighting the industry's split response to geopolitical risk and economic uncertainty.
A major analyst upgrade, fueled by Nvidia's deepening investment and strategic alignment, projects significant upside for the AI cloud infrastructure leader CoreWeave, despite recent stock volatility.
As a surge in data center demand strains the PJM Interconnection grid, planners unveil a strategy to fast-track connections while wrestling with supply chain delays that threaten to outpace new power generation. Experts warn of a looming mismatch between market promises and construction realities.
The U.S. Cotton Trust Protocol strengthens its executive team with two co-directors, while Arc'teryx creates a chief brand officer role, highlighting a strategic focus on traceability and consumer experience in a competitive market.
Shares of Heidelberg Materials have delivered stellar returns, more than tripling over three years. As the stock consolidates near recent highs, investors are questioning whether the rally has priced in future growth or if significant value remains. A deep dive into valuation metrics suggests the latter.
