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Disney Taps Theme Park Chief Josh D’Amaro as New CEO, Aiming for Stability After Tumultuous Transition

The Walt Disney Company has named Josh D’Amaro, the executive behind its lucrative parks and cruises division, as its next chief executive. The move seeks to solidify leadership after Bob Iger's return from a failed succession plan, placing a seasoned operations leader at the helm of the global entertainment giant.

Feb 3, 2026

Business

Medallion Metals Clears Final Hurdle: Ravensthorpe Gold Project Gets Federal Green Light

The company secures crucial EPBC Act approval, removing a major permitting obstacle and paving the way for final development planning of its significant gold-copper project in Western Australia.

Feb 3, 2026

Business

Analysts Warn of Deeper Bitcoin Correction as Bear Market Fears Intensify

Following a sharp sell-off, prominent crypto analysts are forecasting a potential retreat to $30,000 for Bitcoin, citing historical cycles and regulatory pressures as key drivers for a sustained bear market.

Feb 3, 2026

Business

Shark Tank's Barbara Corcoran: Eight Real Estate Strategies to Fortify Your Finances

From timing the market to targeting emerging neighborhoods, the investment mogul shares her hard-earned wisdom on building wealth through property.

Feb 3, 2026

Business

Wall Street Steadies Ahead of Earnings Avalanche; Palantir Soars on AI Defense Demand

U.S. stock futures pointed higher Tuesday as markets stabilized from commodity-led losses, with investor focus shifting to a torrent of corporate earnings. Palantir Technologies surged premarket following strong results fueled by defense spending on its AI platforms.

Feb 3, 2026

Business

Kayak Founder Steve Hafner Steps Down as CEO After 22 Years, Shifts to AI Role at Booking Holdings

Steve Hafner, the co-founder who led Kayak from startup to a $2.1 billion acquisition, is replaced as CEO by CFO Peer Bueller. The leadership change comes as the metasearch pioneer faces headwinds from Google and generative AI.

Feb 3, 2026

Business

McDonald's Franchise Engine Powers Steady Growth, Dividend Streak Nears Historic Milestone

As consumer spending tightens, McDonald's asset-light franchise model proves its resilience, driving consistent sales and positioning the fast-food giant to become a Dividend King in 2026.

Feb 3, 2026

Business

Community Bancorp Soars 11% in a Week, Yet Earnings Growth Lags Behind Stellar Five-Year Shareholder Returns

Shares of Community Bancorp (NASDAQ:CMTV) surged 11% this week, capping a remarkable five-year run that has more than doubled investor value. However, a closer look reveals a growing disconnect between its stock price appreciation and its underlying earnings growth, raising questions about current valuations.

Feb 3, 2026

Business

BellRing Brands CEO Darcy Davenport Announces Departure Amid Mixed Quarterly Results

BellRing Brands, the US sports nutrition leader, has initiated a search for a new CEO as Darcy Davenport prepares to step down later this year. The transition news coincides with the company's Q1 FY2026 report showing modest sales growth but significant profit declines.

Feb 3, 2026

Business

Beyond Borders: Why Ignoring International Markets Could Cost Your Portfolio Half the World's Opportunities

With roughly half of global market capitalization located outside the United States, a domestic-only investment strategy misses industry giants from ASML to Toyota. We examine whether low-cost, broad-based ETFs like Schwab's SCHF offer a viable solution to home country bias, their recent momentum, and the enduring performance gap with U.S. equities.

Feb 3, 2026

Business

Amazon Files WARN Notice for 2,200 More Seattle Layoffs, Deepening HQ Exodus

Amazon has filed official notice of plans to cut 2,200 corporate roles in Seattle, continuing a trend that is visibly reshaping its historic headquarters footprint. The move comes despite strong recent financial performance and bullish analyst ratings, highlighting the company's intensified focus on cost efficiency and automation.

Feb 3, 2026

Marital Trusts and Missed Distributions: A Legal Maze for Heirs

When a marital trust's assets aren't distributed as planned after the surviving spouse's death, beneficiaries can face a costly and complex legal battle to uncover the truth and claim their inheritance.

Feb 3, 2026

Business

CEC Entertainment Taps Finance Chief Scott Drake as New CEO to Lead Aggressive Growth Strategy

CEC Entertainment, parent company of Chuck E. Cheese and Peter Piper Pizza, announces CFO Scott Drake will assume the CEO and president roles effective February 13, succeeding David McKillips as the 'eatertainment' giant accelerates its expansion plans.

Feb 3, 2026

Business

Hotel Investment Surges to $24 Billion in 2025, Fueled by Private Equity and Easing Credit

U.S. hotel transaction volume jumped 17.5% year-over-year, reaching $24 billion, as detailed in JLL's latest investment trends report. The rebound, driven by strong private capital and improving debt markets, signals renewed confidence with major deals concentrated in key urban centers like New York, Phoenix, and Washington, D.C.

Feb 3, 2026

World

Costa Rica Elects Laura Fernández Delgado, a Populist Conservative, as President Amid Security Concerns

Laura Fernández Delgado, the handpicked successor of outgoing President Rodrigo Chaves, has won Costa Rica's presidential election with a tough-on-crime platform, signaling a rightward shift for the nation.

Feb 3, 2026

World

Macron Signals Quiet Push to Reopen Channels with Putin, Despite Kremlin's 'Lack of Will' for Peace

French President Emmanuel Macron has revealed that behind-the-scenes technical work is underway to re-establish contact with Russian leader Vladimir Putin, nearly four years into the Ukraine war. While emphasizing continued support for Kyiv, Macron admitted Moscow shows no real desire for a ceasefire, framing the move as a necessary European diplomatic initiative.

Feb 3, 2026

World

Teen's 'Superhuman' Four-Kilometer Swim Saves Family Swept Out to Sea Off Australian Coast

A 13-year-old boy swam for hours in rough seas to alert rescuers after his mother and two younger siblings were carried away from the Western Australian coast, leading to their dramatic helicopter and boat rescue.

Feb 3, 2026

US

Justice Delayed, Not Denied: Honduran National Extradited and Sentenced for 2016 Fatal DUI Crash in Nebraska

Eswin Mejia, who fled to Honduras after a drunk driving crash killed 21-year-old Sarah Root, has been sentenced to 20-22 years following a historic extradition. The case spurred legislative change and reignited debates on immigration enforcement.

Feb 3, 2026

Business

AI Model Projects Tesla Stock Path: A $456 Target in 60 Days Amid Evolving Market Dynamics

An AI analysis suggests Tesla shares could see modest gains, averaging around $456 by late April. As the EV leader navigates margin pressures and bets on AI-driven futures, investors weigh short-term technical forecasts against long-term transformative potential.

Feb 3, 2026

Business

Chubb's Stock Surge: A Closer Look at the Financial Engine Behind the Rally

Shares of insurance giant Chubb have climbed 9% in three months. We analyze the key financial metrics, particularly its robust Return on Equity, to understand if the momentum is built on solid fundamentals and what it signals for future growth.

Feb 3, 2026