UK maritime authorities report an attempted interception of a commercial vessel near Oman, highlighting ongoing security risks in the world's most critical oil transit corridor.
Despite posting solid Q4 earnings, Netflix's stock continued its downward slide in January as investors grapple with the high-stakes drama and financial risks of its contested $82.7 billion bid for Warner Bros. Discovery.
Sens. Jeanne Shaheen (D-N.H.) and Susan Collins (R-Maine) have warned Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth that relocating the Pentagon's dedicated Havana Syndrome team risks sidelining critical research and care for affected personnel, in a move that appears to contradict earlier commitments.
MicroStrategy has added another 855 Bitcoin to its massive holdings, funded entirely through a stock sale, even as the cryptocurrency's price retreats. The move, defended by Michael Saylor as deploying 'dry powder,' is met with public doubt from CNBC's Jim Cramer regarding its timing and the company's capacity to weather further volatility.
In a decisive move to streamline operations and bolster its financial health, Hain Celestial Group has agreed to sell its North American snacks portfolio to family-owned Canadian firm Snackruptors. The deal marks the first major step following a comprehensive strategic review launched last year.
RF chipmaker Qorvo reported stronger-than-expected third-quarter earnings, driven by demand in its mobile and infrastructure segments. However, a subdued forecast for the current quarter, linked to anticipated seasonal softness from key customer Apple, has tempered investor enthusiasm.
An analysis of Skyline Builders Group Holding Limited's financial health reveals its Return on Equity significantly trails the construction sector average, prompting investor scrutiny over its high-debt approach to growth.
As the Eurozone economy shows tentative signs of recovery, a select group of growth companies with significant insider ownership is drawing investor attention. High stakes held by management and directors are seen as a powerful vote of confidence in their firms' futures, aligning leadership interests directly with shareholders. We examine three such companies poised for expansion.
MicroStrategy bolsters its massive Bitcoin holdings with another major purchase as institutional and ETF inflows continue, despite growing trader anxiety over potential price declines to $70,000 fueled by Federal Reserve uncertainty and geopolitical tensions.
German retail sales grew 2.7% in real terms in 2025, driven primarily by online channels, though momentum slowed significantly in the second half of the year. Industry forecasts for 2026 remain cautious amid persistent consumer headwinds.
The Bureau of Labor Statistics has suspended the release of January jobs data and paused collection of February inflation figures due to the government shutdown, raising alarms about economic visibility and long-term damage to data credibility.
The aerospace and defense giant reported strong quarterly results, with sales rising 12% year-over-year. Analysts have responded with revised price targets, citing robust performance across all business segments.
A sweeping analysis of 364 U.S. counties reveals renters are dedicating a staggering portion of their income to housing, with coastal regions facing the sharpest pinch. The data underscores a widening affordability gap even as home price growth outpaces rents in most markets.
China's leading automaker BYD reported a sharp 30% year-on-year drop in global sales for January 2026, triggering an 18% plunge in its Hong Kong-listed shares and raising concerns over a sustained slowdown in both domestic and international electric vehicle markets.
Analysts are bullish on several names, projecting returns above 20%, but a closer look reveals a mixed picture. While two companies show fundamentals that may support the optimism, another appears overhyped, highlighting the need for independent scrutiny in a market where analyst conflicts are common.
Northrop Grumman capped off the year with record orders and solid execution across its defense portfolio. While management highlighted progress on programs like the B-21, analysts zeroed in on future challenges during the earnings call.
Chinese chip designer Montage Technology has priced its Hong Kong secondary listing at the top of its indicated range, raising HK$7.04 billion ($902 million) in a vote of confidence for China's semiconductor sector amid ongoing global supply chain tensions.
While Apple's latest earnings call focused on iPhone demand, CEO Tim Cook's repeated warnings of a severe memory chip shortage signal a major opportunity for suppliers like Micron Technology, which stands to gain from both pricing power and potential expanded contracts.
The reopening of Gaza's Rafah border crossing with Egypt, intended to ease an 18-month siege, has been marred by severe Israeli restrictions, allowing only a handful of medical evacuees out and a small number of Palestinians back in, far below promised figures.
Former President Donald Trump stated he was unaware of a major investment by an Abu Dhabi royal into World Liberty Financial, a crypto platform he co-founded. The deal, struck just before his inauguration, has reignited debates over foreign influence and the blurring lines between presidential family business and public office.
