While famously dismissing gold as a non-productive asset, Warren Buffett's historic silver investment reveals a preference for metals with tangible industrial utility—a distinction growing more relevant as silver deficits deepen amid soaring green-energy demand.
China's factory activity unexpectedly contracted in January, official data shows, reversing a brief December expansion and underscoring persistent domestic demand challenges despite robust exports.
As the April 2025 tax deadline approaches, experts advise meticulous preparation to avoid penalties. A Beckley tax specialist outlines essential steps for both new and experienced filers, emphasizing the importance of documenting all income sources.
HMRC opens phone lines and boosts digital services on the final Saturday before the January 31 deadline, as over a million taxpayers missed the cut-off last year.
Galderma Group's (SWX:GALD) shares have faced significant pressure in recent months, contrasting sharply with its strong yearly performance. This analysis delves into whether the current valuation presents a genuine entry point or reflects deeper concerns about the dermatology giant's ambitious growth narrative.
Barrick Gold (TSX:ABX) has delivered staggering returns of over 150% in five years, leaving investors to question if the rally has run its course. A deep dive into valuation models suggests the stock may still be trading at a significant discount to its intrinsic value.
The stablecoin issuer finished 2025 with over $10 billion in net profit, backed by a $17.4 billion gold reserve and a U.S. Treasury portfolio that rivals major nations, as demand for its USDT token continues to surge globally.
The price tag for Dominion Energy's flagship Coastal Virginia Offshore Wind (CVOW) project has climbed by $300 million, reaching an estimated $11.5 billion. The utility cites new tariffs and a federal stop-work order as primary drivers for the latest cost overrun, even as construction resumes and the first power generation is imminent.
Chevron CEO Mike Wirth signals the energy giant could significantly ramp up processing of Venezuelan crude at its U.S. refineries, following a pivotal Treasury Department license that eases trade restrictions with Caracas.
Interim President Delcy Rodríguez announces a broad amnesty law covering decades of political conflict, while critics question the timing and motives behind the move as U.S. influence grows.
Kofi Ampadu, the partner who led a16z's Talent x Opportunity fund, has left the firm months after the program was paused indefinitely, signaling a potential retreat from structured DEI efforts in venture capital.
Imperial Oil Ltd. reported robust fourth-quarter results, generating nearly $1.4 billion in free cash flow and announcing its largest-ever nominal dividend increase. Despite weather disruptions at its Kearl oil sands operation, the company highlighted record annual production and a disciplined capital return strategy that saw $4.6 billion returned to shareholders in 2025.
ExxonMobil's 2025 year-end results underscore a reshaped corporate strategy, delivering record shareholder returns and production milestones in Guyana and the Permian, while advancing carbon capture and enterprise digitalization.
Despite posting a quarterly loss in its core wood products unit amid 'extremely challenging' markets, Weyerhaeuser closed 2025 with strategic pivots. The forestry giant is doubling down on its land management and nascent 'Climate Solutions' business, while managing a disciplined capital return to shareholders.
WisdomTree Investments capped off a transformative 2025 with record assets under management, fueled by a landmark European expansion and a burgeoning digital assets platform. The firm's strategic acquisition of Ceres Partners has also opened a new frontier in private markets, setting the stage for continued margin growth in 2026.
Verizon outlined a sweeping operational overhaul on its Q4 2025 earnings call, spotlighting robust subscriber growth post-Frontier acquisition and a sharpened focus on customer retention. The telecom giant announced a massive $25 billion buyback program and committed to slashing costs by $5 billion, while addressing recent network reliability issues head-on.
Expedia Group shares have rallied impressively over the past year, leaving investors to question if the opportunity has passed. A deep dive into valuation metrics suggests the online travel giant may still be trading at a discount, despite its recent run-up.
Coeur Mining's acquisition of New Gold has received final court approval in British Columbia, marking a pivotal step toward creating a larger, diversified precious metals producer. The deal is poised to reshape the competitive landscape for mid-tier gold and silver miners in North America.
D-Wave Quantum solidifies its dual-platform strategy with the acquisition of Quantum Circuits, announces multi-million dollar enterprise contracts, and relocates its headquarters from Silicon Valley to Florida, marking a significant shift in its operational and market focus.
Microchip Technology expands its embedded systems portfolio with the launch of the PIC32CM PL10 microcontroller family and an enhanced maXTouch M1 touchscreen line, targeting growing demand in automotive displays and industrial automation.
