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Valley National Bancorp Beats Q4 Estimates on Strong Deposit Growth, Outlines Path for Margin Expansion

Valley National Bancorp (VLY) reported fourth-quarter revenue and profit that topped Wall Street forecasts, driven by robust core deposit growth and disciplined balance sheet management. The regional bank's leadership pointed to strategic tech investments and commercial loan demand as key pillars for its 2025 outlook.

Jan 30, 2026

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ManpowerGroup Q4 Earnings: Revenue Beat Signals Demand Stabilization, Cost Focus Fuels Recovery Path

ManpowerGroup surpassed revenue forecasts in Q4 2025, reporting a 7.1% year-over-year increase to $4.71 billion. However, earnings fell short of expectations, highlighting the ongoing pressure on profitability even as demand shows signs of firming.

Jan 30, 2026

World

UN Chief Sounds Alarm: World Body Faces 'Imminent Financial Collapse' Without Urgent Reforms

Secretary-General António Guterres warns the United Nations could exhaust its regular budget cash by July, citing chronic non-payment of dues by member states and a "Kafkaesque" financial cycle that threatens its core operations.

Jan 30, 2026

World

Graham's Legal Gambit: Senator Holds Up Spending Bill in Push for Right to Sue Government

Senator Lindsey Graham has stalled a bipartisan funding deal to avert a shutdown, demanding the restoration of a controversial provision allowing lawmakers to sue the Justice Department for damages—a move critics decry as a self-serving scheme.

Jan 30, 2026

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Warsh Nomination Sends Silver into Historic Tailspin, Calms Inflation Fears

Silver prices plunged by a record 30% in a single session after President Trump nominated former Fed Governor Kevin Warsh to lead the central bank, a move seen as tempering expectations for aggressive rate cuts and bolstering the dollar.

Jan 30, 2026

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Heineken Taps Into Global Fandom Culture with 'Fans Have More Fun' Platform

Heineken launches a global marketing initiative celebrating shared passions in sports and music, aiming to foster real-world connections amid declining U.S. sales and a competitive import beer market.

Jan 30, 2026

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GE Vernova Nears Prolec GE Acquisition, Betting Big on Global Grid Expansion

Fresh from its spin-off, GE Vernova is finalizing a deal to acquire transformer maker Prolec GE, a strategic move to bolster its electrification portfolio and capitalize on surging global demand for grid infrastructure and power equipment.

Jan 30, 2026

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Amboss Launches RailsX: A Lightning-Native DEX Aiming to Bridge Bitcoin with Global Forex

At the PlanB Forum in El Salvador, Amboss Technologies unveiled RailsX, a novel decentralized exchange that operates entirely over the Lightning Network. The platform seeks to enable peer-to-peer trading of Bitcoin and stablecoins, potentially connecting to the vast foreign exchange market while mitigating custodial and cross-chain risks.

Jan 30, 2026

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Beyond the Mandate: Calls Grow for Central Banks to Refocus on Inflation Fight

As the Bank of England prepares for a leadership transition in 2028, a debate ignited by former Fed governor Kevin Warsh gains traction: should central banks shed ancillary roles and return to their core mission of price stability?

Jan 30, 2026

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Charles Schwab Elevates CIO to Helm Newly Formed Technology and Operations Division

Amid a broader leadership restructuring, financial giant Charles Schwab has appointed its CIO, Dennis Howard, to lead a consolidated unit overseeing technology, operations, and data, signaling a strategic shift to deepen the integration of IT with core business functions.

Jan 30, 2026

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Ocean Network Express Posts $88 Million Q3 Loss Amid Freight Market Downturn

The global container shipping giant Ocean Network Express reported a net loss for its third fiscal quarter, citing soft demand and declining freight rates, particularly on key Asia-U.S. and Asia-Europe routes. The carrier anticipates a gradual recovery in the coming months.

Jan 30, 2026

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Citi Extends GlobalFoundries Valuation Horizon to 2027, Raises Price Target Amid Strategic AI Push

Citi has updated its model for GlobalFoundries, lifting the price target to $42 and extending its valuation horizon to 2027. The move follows the chipmaker's strategic acquisition of Synopsys' ARC Processor IP business, aimed at accelerating its physical AI roadmap.

Jan 30, 2026

Business

SunPower Installs First REC Monolith Panels in Silicon Valley, Signaling Strong Demand for Premium Solar Tech

SunPower has completed its inaugural installation of high-efficiency Monolith solar panels from REC Silicon in California's Santa Cruz, with local installer Cobalt Power Systems reporting immediate sell-out of initial inventory. The move comes amid surging demand from tech-savvy homeowners and follows SunPower's recent quarterly revenue growth.

Jan 30, 2026

Business

Michigan Demands $23.7 Million Back from Chinese Battery Maker Gotion After Scrapped Plant Deal

Michigan's Attorney General has formally demanded the return of state funds from Gotion Inc., a Chinese battery manufacturer, following the collapse of its planned $2.4 billion facility. The move highlights growing tensions over foreign investment in U.S. strategic industries.

Jan 30, 2026

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Reed Jobs Launches $200M+ Venture Fund Aiming to Turn Cancer into a Manageable Condition

Reed Jobs, son of the late Apple co-founder Steve Jobs, has secured over $200 million for Yosemite, a venture fund dedicated to pioneering cancer treatments. Backed by major institutions, the fund seeks to transform cancer from a fatal diagnosis to a chronic, manageable disease within a generation.

Jan 30, 2026

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Beyond the Roth Hype: Why Traditional Retirement Accounts May Be the Smarter Tax Move for Many

While Roth accounts dominate the retirement planning conversation, a closer look at current tax laws and long-term income strategies reveals a compelling case for prioritizing pre-tax contributions. We examine the data with an expert and explore what gold's historical returns tell us about diversification.

Jan 30, 2026

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WisdomTree Caps Record Year with $144.5B AUM, Outlines Aggressive 2026 Growth Strategy

WisdomTree reports record assets under management of $144.5 billion for 2025, driven by $8.5 billion in net inflows and strategic acquisitions. The firm forecasts continued margin expansion and highlights digital assets, European thematics, and private markets as key growth engines for the coming year.

Jan 30, 2026

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Standex Delivers Strong Q2 Growth, Fueled by Grid and New Products; Reiterates FY2026 Outlook

Standex International reports robust second-quarter results, with organic growth reaching 6.4% and record quarterly orders. The company's strategic pivot towards high-growth markets like electrical grid infrastructure and new product development is now materially boosting the top line.

Jan 30, 2026

World

FTC Warns Major Law Firms Over Diversity Hiring Practices, Citing Antitrust Concerns

The U.S. Federal Trade Commission has issued warnings to 42 prominent law firms, suggesting their diversity, equity, and inclusion hiring initiatives could violate antitrust laws by potentially restricting competition for talent.

Jan 30, 2026

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S&P Global and Goldman Sachs Boost Shareholder Returns with Latest Dividend Hikes

Two financial sector giants, S&P Global and Goldman Sachs, have announced increased quarterly payouts, signaling confidence in their financial health and future prospects amid a dynamic market environment.

Jan 30, 2026