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WisdomTree Hits Record $160.8B AUM, Driven by European Surge and Digital Asset Growth

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.

Jan 31, 2026

Business

Coeur Mining Clears Final Hurdle, Set to Absorb New Gold in Major North American Metals Consolidation

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.

Jan 31, 2026

Business

Skanska Bolsters Nordic Green Portfolio with Major Oslo Redevelopment and New Contracts

Construction giant Skanska has secured a landmark joint venture for a central Oslo redevelopment with Entra, alongside new major contracts in Norway and Finland, reinforcing its strategic pivot towards complex, sustainability-focused projects in the region.

Jan 31, 2026

Business

Microchip Bolsters Automotive and Industrial Tech with New MCU and Touchscreen Controllers

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.

Jan 31, 2026

Business

Ryan Specialty's Cash Engine: Strong Growth and Undervalued Potential in Specialty Insurance

Ryan Specialty Holdings is delivering robust organic growth and industry-leading cash flow, yet its market valuation may not fully reflect this operational strength. Analysts point to its disciplined reinvestment strategy as a key differentiator in the specialty insurance sector.

Jan 31, 2026

Business

TTM Technologies Secures Major $200M Raytheon Radar Deal, Fueling Valuation Debate

TTM Technologies (TTMI) has landed a significant multi-year agreement, valued at up to $200 million, to supply critical components for Raytheon's next-generation LTAMDS radar system. The deal arrives as the defense contractor's stock surges, reigniting discussions on whether its current valuation fully reflects future growth prospects and inherent risks.

Jan 31, 2026

Business

Israel Taps Nebius Group to Power National AI Ambitions with Supercomputer Project

Nebius Group secures a pivotal government contract to build and operate Israel's national AI supercomputer, cementing its role in the country's tech ecosystem and sparking debate over its market valuation amid recent stock volatility.

Jan 31, 2026

Business

Intuit Doubles Down on Accounting's Future: New Talent Pipeline and Streamlined Background Checks

Intuit expands its ecosystem with a dual-pronged strategy, launching a career development program for accounting students while integrating Checkr's background check services directly into its payroll and enterprise platforms, aiming to solidify its role from talent cultivation to HR operations.

Jan 31, 2026

Business

GoDaddy's Contradiction: Oversold Stock Meets Upgraded Earnings Forecasts

As GoDaddy shares tumble into oversold territory, a simultaneous rise in analyst earnings estimates presents investors with a complex puzzle. We examine the conflicting signals between technical charts and fundamental outlook.

Jan 31, 2026

Business

EMCOR Group's Acquisition Spree Fuels Growth Ambitions, But Valuation Questions Linger

EMCOR Group (NYSE: EME) has revised its 2025 outlook upward, buoyed by a series of strategic acquisitions and robust organic performance. While the stock's impressive run continues, analysts are weighing the sustainability of its growth strategy against a premium valuation.

Jan 31, 2026

Business

Missouri Sees Sharp Drop in New Jobless Claims, Outpacing National Trend

Initial unemployment filings in Missouri fell by nearly 25% last week, a significant improvement that contrasts with mixed results seen in other states across the nation.

Jan 31, 2026

Business

Judge Sides with OpenAI, Casts Doubt on Musk's xAI Trade Secrets Lawsuit

A federal judge has indicated she is likely to dismiss Elon Musk's xAI lawsuit accusing OpenAI of stealing trade secrets, dealing a significant blow to the tech billionaire's legal offensive against his former AI venture.

Jan 31, 2026

Business

A $750,000 Secret: Tennessee Woman Discovers Husband's Hidden Real Estate Purchase Via Text

A Memphis couple's financial foundation is shaken after the husband secretly buys a high-value investment property, sparking a fierce debate on trust, communication, and 'financial infidelity' in marriage.

Jan 31, 2026

Business

Anthropic Secures Major San Francisco Tower in $111M Deal, Signaling AI Sector's Enduring Urban Footprint

The high-flying AI firm, now valued at $183 billion, has leased a 25-story tower in SoMa for a massive expansion, underscoring San Francisco's continued pull as a tech epicenter despite market shifts.

Jan 31, 2026

Business

Columbia Distributing's Acquisition of Point Blank to Affect 177 Jobs in Oregon, Facilities in Bend and Eugene to Close

The planned acquisition of craft beverage distributor Point Blank by industry giant Columbia Distributing will result in the closure of two Oregon facilities and impact 177 workers, despite assurances of a 'seamless' transition for partners.

Jan 31, 2026

Business

Cracker Barrel Mandates Employee Dining at Own Restaurants Amid Cost-Cutting Drive

The Southern comfort food chain, still reeling from a failed rebrand and customer discontent, now requires traveling staff to eat primarily at its own locations—a move seen as an effort to bolster internal revenue.

Jan 31, 2026

World

Amid Regional Tensions, U.S. Greenlights Major Arms Deals with Israel and Saudi Arabia

The U.S. State Department has approved significant new arms packages valued at $6.67 billion for Israel and $9 billion for Saudi Arabia. The announcements come as regional tensions flare and the administration pursues a Gaza ceasefire plan.

Jan 31, 2026

Business

Meta Poised to Dethrone Google as World's Top Ad Seller This Year

Fueled by AI-driven ad innovations and surging social media engagement, Meta's advertising revenue is on track to surpass Google Search in 2024, marking a historic shift in the digital landscape.

Jan 31, 2026

Business

The High Cost of Plastic: How Credit Card Rates Hit Record Highs and the Political Battle to Cap Them

As average credit card APRs soar past 20%, a proposed 10% rate cap ignites a fierce debate between consumer advocates and the banking industry over access to credit and the future of rewards.

Jan 31, 2026

Business

Extreme Networks Posts Steady Q2, Bets Future on AI-Powered Partner Program

Extreme Networks reports Q2 revenue of $317.9M and net income of $7.9M, while launching an AI-integrated partner initiative aimed at streamlining sales and driving higher-margin software revenue.

Jan 31, 2026