French energy giant TotalEnergies is charting a complex course, restarting its major Mozambique LNG project while aggressively expanding into European EV charging. This dual focus on traditional fossil fuels and clean energy infrastructure presents a critical test for its market valuation and strategic direction.
In its largest deal in over a decade, Texas Instruments moves to solidify its industrial and smart home technology portfolio by acquiring Silicon Labs' wireless connectivity business for $7.5 billion, with closure expected by 2027.
Following the government's release of an official list naming nearly 3,000 killed in recent unrest, Iranians are using a newly launched portal to report omissions and errors, amplifying calls for transparency as international estimates of the death toll diverge sharply.
As Kraft Heinz prepares to report earnings, analysts from UBS, Stifel, and BNP Paribas offer a cautious but varied view on the packaged food giant's stock, highlighting volume pressures and investment needs.
D-Wave Quantum's acquisition of Quantum Circuits and strategic shift to Florida signal a bold push to become a full-stack quantum computing contender, backed by growing defense and academic collaborations.
Altria Group names current CFO Salvatore Mancuso to its board, setting the stage for him to assume the CEO role in May 2026. The planned succession puts the tobacco giant's dividend reliability and its strategic shift toward smoke-free products under intense investor scrutiny.
Fortive Corporation capped off 2025 with accelerating revenue growth and robust cash flow, as its operational reset begins to yield results. The industrial tech firm issued confident 2026 guidance, backed by strategic share buybacks and a focus on high-margin software and recurring revenue streams.
Israeli military operations across the Gaza Strip have resulted in at least 24 Palestinian fatalities, according to local health officials, as the IDF reports coming under fire from militant groups during ground maneuvers.
Brazilian conglomerate Cosan S.A. moves forward with liability management, fully redeeming 2030 and 2031 bonds as part of a broader effort to streamline its capital structure. The stock's low forward P/E ratio draws attention from value-focused investors.
Strong performance from PlayStation and image sensor divisions drove Sony's quarterly operating profit to $3.28 billion, prompting an upward revision of its full-year forecast, even as its Pictures business faced a quieter release schedule.
A housing complex in northern Lebanon sheltering hundreds of Syrian Shiite refugees has become a focal point for regional tensions, facing unproven allegations of harboring loyalists to the fallen Assad regime. The controversy underscores the fragile sectarian landscape and deep-seated suspicions shaping Syria's aftermath.
As Nobel laureate Muhammad Yunus prepares to hand over power after 18 tumultuous months as Bangladesh's interim leader, the nation is divided on his legacy. Did his stewardship prevent a collapse and seed crucial reforms, or did it fall short of the transformative change demanded by a historic uprising?
As the quantum computing race heats up, IonQ stands out with its trapped-ion technology and aggressive vertical integration strategy. But is this speculative stock a wise long-term investment for the average portfolio?
Cabot Corporation's fiscal Q1 2026 results reveal a tale of two segments: its core Reinforcement Materials business faces stiff headwinds from weak tire demand and Asian imports, while its Performance Chemicals unit, led by battery materials, posts robust growth. The company tightens its full-year EPS guidance and outlines cost-cutting measures to bolster cash flow.
Boston Scientific (NYSE: BSX) reported robust fourth-quarter and full-year 2025 results, exceeding guidance on key metrics. The medical device leader issued confident 2026 forecasts, underpinned by broad-based performance, margin expansion, and an active pipeline of tuck-in acquisitions like the pending Penumbra deal.
Banco Santander Brasil reported a net income of BRL 4.1 billion for Q4 2025, marking a near 6% annual increase. While progress continues on its multi-year plan to achieve a return on equity above 20%, management acknowledged current challenges in specific loan portfolios and emphasized a strategic shift towards higher-value clients and digital personalization.
Veteran Democratic strategist James Carville has sharply criticized House Republicans' focus on the Clintons in the Jeffrey Epstein document review, calling it a self-defeating political stunt. He predicts the upcoming depositions will backfire on the GOP.
Republican Congressman Barry Loudermilk of Georgia will not seek a seventh term, adding to a significant wave of retirements that is reshaping the House GOP conference ahead of a pivotal election cycle.
Prudential Financial's latest valuation holds steady, but a cluster of analyst price targets and a focus on capital strength are shifting the conversation around the insurance giant's near-term trajectory.
Clorox moves to acquire GOJO Industries, maker of Purell, while wrapping up a major ERP system upgrade. The strategic plays come as the household goods giant navigates softer sales and intensifying competition in the health and hygiene space.
