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Intuitive Machines Bolsters Space Ambitions with $800M Lanteris Acquisition and NASA Artemis II Role

Intuitive Machines (LUNR) is set to acquire Lanteris Space Systems in an $800 million deal, expanding its capabilities into vertically integrated space infrastructure. Concurrently, NASA has selected the company to provide critical tracking support for the upcoming Artemis II crewed lunar mission, signaling growing trust in its technical prowess.

Jan 30, 2026

Business

Amprius Technologies: Battery Innovator or Overheated Stock?

Amprius Technologies' shares have skyrocketed over 300% in the past year, driven by excitement around its silicon-anode battery technology. However, a deep dive into the company's financials reveals a significant valuation gap, raising questions about whether the stock's momentum has outpaced its fundamentals.

Jan 30, 2026

Business

Aptiv Posts Record Q4 Revenue, Charts Ambitious 2026 Path as Major Spinoff Looms

Aptiv capped off 2025 with record fourth-quarter sales and detailed a transformative 2026 outlook, headlined by the imminent spin-off of its Electrical Distribution Systems unit into VersaGen. The automotive tech leader is navigating currency headwinds and strategic investments to expand beyond traditional auto markets.

Feb 2, 2026

Business

NAPCO Security Technologies Posts Record Q2 Revenue, Driven by Robust Recurring Service Growth and Margin Expansion

NAPCO Security Technologies (NSSC) reported strong fiscal second-quarter results, with record revenue and expanding profitability. The company highlighted the sustained momentum of its high-margin recurring service model and announced a dividend increase.

Feb 2, 2026

Business

From Main Street to Silicon Valley: The 50 Brands That Built America

As the United States approaches its 250th anniversary, USA TODAY examines the enduring legacy of the companies that shaped the nation's culture, economy, and global identity.

Feb 2, 2026

Analysis: Trump Tariffs Add to Consumer Costs, Slowing Inflation's Decline

A new economic report finds that while inflation has cooled, recent tariff policies have kept prices higher than they otherwise would be, as the Supreme Court weighs the legality of the measures.

Feb 2, 2026

Business

Artemis Makes Bold $104 Million Bet on Steel Recycler Commercial Metals

Investment firm Artemis Investment Management has established a significant new position in Commercial Metals Company, a leading steel producer and recycler, signaling confidence in the firm's strategic direction and growth prospects despite a recent share price surge.

Feb 2, 2026

Business

Fosun International's Share Price Slump: A Value Trap or a Buying Opportunity?

Fosun International's stock has tumbled over 14% in the last 90 days, reigniting the debate over the Chinese conglomerate's true worth. With shares trading at HK$4.12 against a widely cited fair value of HK$5.77, analysts are divided on whether this is a moment of market overreaction or a sign of deeper structural challenges.

Feb 2, 2026

Business

Micron Bets $24 Billion on Singapore Hub in Strategic Pivot to AI Memory Dominance

Micron Technology is making a decisive shift from volatile consumer memory markets, channeling a massive $24 billion investment into Singapore to build advanced fabrication and packaging facilities aimed squarely at the booming AI data center sector.

Feb 2, 2026

World

Exclusive: US Contractor's Gaza Reconstruction Plan Sought 300% Profit Guarantee and Seven-Year Monopoly

A draft proposal from disaster response firm Gothams LLC, obtained by The Guardian, outlined terms for a trucking and logistics monopoly in Gaza that would guarantee extraordinary returns, raising questions about oversight and ethics in post-conflict rebuilding.

Feb 2, 2026

Business

Tesla Phases Out Model S and Model X, Retools Fremont Factory for Robotics Push

Tesla will cease production of its flagship Model S and Model X next quarter, ending an era for its pioneering luxury EVs as it converts factory space to manufacture Optimus humanoid robots, signaling a profound strategic pivot.

Feb 2, 2026

Business

Outdoor Retail Icon Eddie Bauer Nears Third Bankruptcy, 200 Stores at Risk of Closure

The century-old outdoor apparel brand, owned by Catalyst Brands, is preparing a Chapter 11 filing that could shutter its North American store network, while its e-commerce and wholesale operations are set for a transfer to new licensee Outdoor 5.

Feb 2, 2026

Business

Alliance Resource Partners Posts Strong Q4, Sees Coal Demand Surge Amid Grid Reliability Concerns

Alliance Resource Partners (ARLP) reported robust fourth-quarter earnings, driven by cost discipline and a resilient coal market. The company provided optimistic 2026 guidance, citing strengthening demand from data centers, industrial growth, and recent winter storms that underscored coal's critical role in grid reliability.

Feb 2, 2026

Business

Ford-Xiaomi EV Partnership Talks Spark Debate on Chinese Automakers' U.S. Ambitions

Reports of discussions between Ford Motor Company and Chinese tech giant Xiaomi over a potential electric vehicle partnership have ignited industry speculation, despite both firms denying any imminent deal. The talks underscore the complex interplay of technology, geopolitics, and market access shaping the global EV race.

Feb 2, 2026

Business

Union Pacific Revives $85 Billion Norfolk Southern Bid, Aims to Forge First Transcontinental Railroad

Union Pacific is preparing a revised application for its proposed $85 billion merger with Norfolk Southern after regulators rejected the initial filing over competition and information concerns. The deal, which would create the first coast-to-coast freight railroad in the U.S., faces intense scrutiny over its potential impact on shipping costs, labor, and market competition.

Feb 2, 2026

Business

Fact Check: Trump's Tariff Triumph Narrative Collides With Economic Data

An analysis of President Trump's recent op-ed claims reveals significant discrepancies between his portrayal of tariff success and official trade figures, price impact studies, and the nuanced reality of their implementation.

Feb 2, 2026

World

EU's Green Ambitions at Risk as Watchdog Warns of Critical Raw Materials Shortfall

A damning report from the European Court of Auditors reveals the bloc is falling dangerously behind in securing the lithium, cobalt, and nickel needed for its energy transition, leaving climate goals and strategic autonomy in jeopardy.

Feb 2, 2026

Business

LiveWire Group's Long-Term Investors Face Steep 79% Decline as Stock Tumbles

Shareholders in Harley-Davidson's electric motorcycle spinoff, LiveWire Group, have seen their holdings erode dramatically over five years, with a recent $55 million weekly loss adding to the pain. The company's ongoing revenue contraction raises fundamental questions about its path to profitability in the competitive EV market.

Feb 2, 2026

Business

Analysts Flag Potential Undervaluation in Savaria Shares, DCF Model Points to 35% Discount

A discounted cash flow analysis suggests Savaria Corporation's stock may be trading significantly below its intrinsic value, presenting a potential opportunity for investors. However, experts caution that valuation models are only one piece of the investment puzzle.

Feb 2, 2026

Business

Geopolitical Tremors Eclipse Fundamentals as Dominant Market Force in 2026

A volatile January has underscored a stark shift for investors: political shocks emanating from Washington now pose a greater threat to portfolios than traditional economic or earnings concerns, reshaping risk calculus across global markets.

Feb 2, 2026