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Beyond the Headlines: Three ASX Penny Stocks Poised for Growth Amid Market Uncertainty

As the RBA's policy decisions loom, investors are scouring the market for resilient opportunities. We spotlight three ASX-listed penny stocks—Aura Energy, Beam Communications, and Count Limited—each with a market cap over A$10 million, offering a blend of high-risk potential and strategic positioning in their respective sectors.

Feb 3, 2026

Business

ePlus Earnings Preview: Can the IT Solutions Provider Sustain Its Momentum?

As ePlus prepares to release its fourth-quarter results, investors are weighing strong past performance against a history of revenue misses and a cautious growth outlook for the current period.

Feb 3, 2026

Business

Twist Bioscience: Silicon DNA Synthesis Leader Nears Profitability Amid Surging Demand

Twist Bioscience's proprietary silicon-based DNA manufacturing platform is driving double-digit revenue growth and margin expansion, positioning the synthetic biology tools provider on a clear path to adjusted EBITDA breakeven by fiscal 2026.

Feb 3, 2026

Business

Universal Technical Institute Set to Report Q4 Earnings Amid Sector Scrutiny

Universal Technical Institute (NYSE: UTI) is scheduled to release its fourth-quarter earnings after Wednesday's market close. Investors are watching for signs of sustained growth in the vocational education sector as economic conditions shift.

Feb 3, 2026

US

DHS Chief Noem to Face Congress Amid Scrutiny Over Minnesota Immigration Operations

Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem will testify before House and Senate committees in March, as lawmakers probe the administration's immigration enforcement tactics following the fatal shootings of two U.S. citizens in Minnesota.

Feb 3, 2026

Business

Abivax's Lead Drug Shows Promise in Refractory Ulcerative Colitis, Fueling Investor Optimism

French biotech Abivax sees renewed investor interest following strong Phase 3 data for its oral therapy obefazimod in hard-to-treat ulcerative colitis, with analysts pointing to a clear path to regulatory approval and significant market potential.

Feb 3, 2026

Business

Synopsys (SNPS) Navigates Near-Term Headwinds with AI and Ansys Deal Fueling Long-Term Growth

Despite near-term pressures in China and IP markets, Synopsys's robust recurring revenue, strategic Ansys acquisition, and pivotal role in AI-driven chip design are building a compelling case for investor confidence, backed by strong margin expansion and cash flow projections.

Feb 3, 2026

Business

Cronos Group Surges on U.S. Rescheduling Hopes: A Deep Dive into the Bull Case

Cronos Group's stock has rallied on renewed optimism for U.S. cannabis reform. We examine the regulatory shift, strategic positioning, and long-term potential driving investor sentiment.

Feb 3, 2026

Business

e.l.f. Beauty: The Affordable Luxury Brand Defying Beauty Sector Headwinds

Despite a recent pullback in its share price, e.l.f. Beauty (NYSE: ELF) continues to capture market share and investor attention with its potent mix of viral marketing, retail expansion, and improving profitability. We examine the bull case for the value-centric beauty disruptor.

Feb 3, 2026

Business

Mettler-Toledo's Precision Edge: Why Analysts See a Resilient Growth Story Despite Lofty Valuation

Amid market volatility, Mettler-Toledo International Inc. (MTD) continues to draw bullish attention for its entrenched role in mission-critical measurement technology across life sciences and industrial sectors. Analysts argue its premium valuation reflects durable competitive advantages rather than market froth.

Feb 3, 2026

Business

Social Security's Looming Deadline: Seven Years to Avert Benefit Cuts

With its trust fund projected to be depleted by 2032, the Social Security program faces a pivotal moment. Congress must enact reforms within the next seven years to prevent automatic, across-the-board benefit reductions for millions of Americans.

Feb 3, 2026

Business

Northern Oil & Gas: The Unconventional Energy Play Thriving on Volatility

Amid a turbulent energy market, Northern Oil & Gas (NOG) has carved out a distinct niche. By eschewing traditional operations for a data-driven, non-operated model, the company is turning industry headwinds into a structural advantage, according to a detailed analysis from Asymmetric Capital.

Feb 3, 2026

Business

NuScale Power: A Manufacturing Bet on Nuclear's Small Modular Future

While positioned at the forefront of the small modular reactor (SMR) revolution, NuScale Power remains a pre-revenue manufacturer with significant hurdles to clear before it can deliver on its potential as a growth—and eventual dividend—story for investors.

Feb 3, 2026

Business

CoreWeave in the Crosshairs: Lawsuits and Nvidia's $2B Bet Collide in AI Infrastructure Drama

Cloud provider CoreWeave faces investor lawsuits over capacity claims just as Nvidia doubles down with a major investment, placing the company at the center of a high-stakes debate on AI infrastructure's future.

Feb 3, 2026

Business

SanDisk and Kioxia Extend Flash Memory Alliance to 2034, Betting Big on AI-Driven Demand

SanDisk (NASDAQ: SNDK) and Kioxia have renewed their flash memory joint venture for another five years, a strategic move aimed at securing advanced 3D NAND production capacity and supply chains through 2034 to meet the explosive storage needs of artificial intelligence.

Feb 3, 2026

US

Clintons Agree to Testify in Epstein Inquiry, Averting Contempt Vote After Tense Standoff

Former President Bill Clinton and former Secretary of State Hillary Clinton have agreed to provide depositions to the House Oversight Committee, following the panel's move to hold them in criminal contempt of Congress over the Jeffrey Epstein investigation.

Feb 3, 2026

Business

Uber Returns to Macau After Seven-Year Hiatus, Marking Strategic Re-entry into Asian Market

Uber Technologies Inc. has relaunched its ride-hailing services in Macau, its first new Asian market entry in years. The move includes a cross-border limousine service to Hong Kong and signals a cautious but significant re-engagement in the region after retreating from mainland China and Southeast Asia.

Feb 3, 2026

US

House GOP Majority Narrows to Single Vote as New Democrat Sworn In, Complicating Shutdown Fight

The swearing-in of Rep. Christian Menefee (D-Texas) on Monday tightens the House margin to 218-214, leaving Speaker Mike Johnson with virtually no room for error on key votes, starting with this week's critical government funding bill.

Feb 3, 2026

Business

Devon and Coterra Forge a U.S. Shale Giant: Merger Aims for $1B in Savings and Massive Shareholder Returns

Devon Energy and Coterra Energy have unveiled their all-stock merger, positioning the combined entity as a dominant, multi-basin U.S. shale operator. The deal promises $1 billion in annual synergies, a $5 billion-plus buyback program, and enhanced resilience in volatile markets.

Feb 3, 2026

World

India Bets Big on Rare Earths and Clean Energy in $10 Billion Push to Counter China's Dominance

India's latest budget outlines a massive strategic pivot, channeling over $10 billion into domestic rare earths processing and clean energy. The move aims to secure critical mineral supply chains and boost nuclear power, reducing reliance on foreign sources, particularly China.

Feb 3, 2026