Nubank, the Latin American fintech leader, has secured conditional approval from the OCC for a U.S. national bank charter, setting an 18-month timeline to launch and challenging incumbent banks with its digital-first model.
While rising prices are felt at the checkout line, their long-term erosion of retirement savings is often overlooked. Experts warn that cumulative inflation across essential categories could create a six-figure shortfall for unprepared retirees.
The long-term strategic partnership will leverage IQVIA's data-as-a-service platform to unify and streamline commercial data across 59 countries, aiming to accelerate product launches and enhance decision-making for the pharmaceutical giant.
Despite reporting a 22% surge in Q4 2025 net income to $4.1 billion, global payments giant Mastercard is cutting approximately 1,400 jobs as part of a strategic review, highlighting the complex balance between growth and operational efficiency in the fintech sector.
Freeman Gold Corp. (CVE:FMAN) surged 13% last week, with retail investors—who control 56% of the company—benefiting most alongside insiders. The significant retail ownership underscores their influence on corporate decisions in this junior mining firm.
Meta Platforms heads to a Santa Fe courtroom next week to defend itself in a high-stakes lawsuit. The State of New Mexico alleges the social media giant's platforms facilitated the sexual exploitation of minors and harmed their mental health for profit, marking the first such case against Meta to reach a jury.
Israeli authorities announce the reopening of the Rafah crossing this Sunday, ending a nearly two-year blockade of Gaza's sole passage to Egypt.
German automotive giant Bosch reports a sharp 45% drop in operating profit for 2025, driven by heavy restructuring charges, intense global competition, and delayed returns on future-tech investments.
The food delivery platform is waiving delivery and service fees for orders over $50, a direct challenge to rivals DoorDash and Uber Eats, as it seeks to address customer frustration with high costs and cart abandonment.
African tech startups secured a record $1.64 billion in debt financing last year, a pivotal shift as mature firms seek alternative capital to fuel growth while retaining ownership, according to a new industry report.
The German sportswear giant reports preliminary figures showing robust growth for the Adidas brand, driven by double-digit expansion across all regions, and unveils a major capital return program to shareholders.
Despite a 129% share price surge, Cassiar Gold (CVE:GLDC) faces a critical test with a cash runway of just 8 months. We examine the risks and options for the pre-revenue miner as it balances growth ambitions with financial sustainability.
After a punishing period, AGNC Investment Corp. staged a remarkable comeback in 2025. With a 12% dividend yield and a more favorable macroeconomic backdrop, the mortgage REIT is attracting income investors. But is the momentum sustainable?
In a bold bid to reclaim semiconductor leadership, Intel is aggressively deploying ASML's next-generation lithography systems years ahead of rival TSMC. The 2026 timeline is critical for the chipmaker's turnaround plan.
A brutal sell-off in Bitcoin, exacerbated by Federal Reserve uncertainty and weak tech earnings, triggered massive withdrawals from U.S. spot Bitcoin ETFs, casting doubt on near-term price targets.
Alibaba's logistics arm Cainiao and autonomous driving firm Zelos Technology have merged to form a standalone robovan business, valued at approximately $2 billion. The move signals a strategic push into automated delivery solutions within China's competitive e-commerce landscape, as the tech giant seeks new growth engines beyond its core operations.
Hilltop Holdings (HTH) delivered a strong fourth-quarter performance, beating earnings estimates and announcing an 11% dividend increase alongside a new $125 million share repurchase program, fueling a rally in its stock price.
SkyWest Inc. reported robust full-year 2025 financials and announced multi-year contract extensions with United and Delta for its E175 aircraft, reinforcing its strategic position as a leading regional carrier partner amid ongoing industry shifts.
Ziff Davis (ZD) shares show signs of a recent rebound, posting double-digit gains over the last quarter. Yet, a steep annual decline leaves investors questioning if the digital media firm is undervalued or facing structural headwinds. We break down the valuation debate and key risks.
Amazon is reportedly negotiating a landmark investment of up to $50 billion in OpenAI, a move that would reshape the AI landscape and intensify its cloud rivalry with Microsoft and Google. The potential deal highlights the soaring costs of competing in generative AI and could redefine Amazon Web Services' strategy.
