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SciDev's Turnaround Story: From Losses to Profitability as Capital Efficiency Rises

The Australian chemicals company SciDev (ASX:SDV) is showing early signs of a financial transformation, with its return on capital employed turning positive after years of losses. While its current returns still lag the industry average, a significant increase in capital deployment suggests the firm is aggressively reinvesting for growth.

Jan 30, 2026

Business

Beyond the Postage Meter: How Data Analytics is Unlocking Hidden Savings in Business Shipping

For many companies, shipping remains a blind spot in the budget. New analysis reveals how leveraging logistics data can identify inefficiencies, renegotiate carrier contracts, and transform a cost center into a source of competitive advantage.

Jan 30, 2026

Business

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

Business

Lido Launches Customizable stVaults, Drawing Linea and Nansen as First Major Adopters

Ethereum's dominant liquid staking protocol, Lido, has launched its modular stVaults on mainnet, enabling protocols and institutions to create tailored staking solutions. Consensys's Linea and analytics firm Nansen were among the first to deploy, signaling a shift towards more flexible staking infrastructure.

Jan 30, 2026

Business

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

Business

Clear Street Boosts Critical Metals Target to $20 on Saudi Rare Earth Venture

Analyst firm Clear Street has raised its price target for Critical Metals Corp. (CRML) to $20, citing a strategic joint venture with a Saudi industrial group to build a rare earth processing facility. The move aims to diversify supply chains away from China and support Western defense needs.

Jan 30, 2026

Business

WhiteFiber Stock in Focus After Analyst Adjustment and Major New Data Center Deal

Despite a trimmed price target from B. Riley, WhiteFiber Inc. (WYFI) secures a pivotal 10-year colocation agreement expected to generate $865 million, spotlighting its role in the expanding AI infrastructure sector.

Jan 30, 2026

Business

Deutsche Bank Bets Big on CoreWeave, Upgrades to 'Buy' with $140 Target Ahead of Key Report

Deutsche Bank has upgraded AI infrastructure provider CoreWeave to 'Buy,' significantly raising its price target to $140, citing a strong medium-term outlook and capacity expansion plans backed by a deepened partnership with Nvidia.

Jan 30, 2026

Business

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

Northland Cuts Bitdeer Price Target to $25 After December Update, Maintains Bullish Stance

Northland Capital has revised its price target for Bitdeer Technologies (BTDR) downward to $25, citing a more conservative valuation approach following the company's latest operational update. The firm, however, reaffirmed its Outperform rating, signaling continued confidence in the blockchain and high-performance computing firm's long-term strategy.

Jan 30, 2026

Business

Guggenheim Backs AtaiBeckley with Buy Rating, $11 Target, Citing Breakthrough Potential in Mental Health

Guggenheim Securities has initiated coverage of clinical-stage biopharma AtaiBeckley with a Buy rating and an $11 price target, highlighting its leadership in next-generation psychiatric treatments following its merger with Beckley Psytech.

Jan 30, 2026

Business

Maxim Group Reiterates Bullish Stance on Strive (ASST), Sees 50% Upside to $1.50 Target

Investment firm Maxim Group reaffirms its Buy rating and $1.50 price target for Strive Inc., following the company's transformative acquisition of Semler Scientific, which positions it as a major corporate Bitcoin holder and expands its healthcare tech footprint.

Jan 30, 2026

Business

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

Business

Markets Brace for Warsh Era: Hawkish Past Meets Political Pressure at the Fed

President Trump's surprise nomination of former Fed Governor Kevin Warsh to lead the central bank sends mixed signals to investors, stirring debate over future monetary policy and market stability.

Jan 30, 2026

Business

Bunge Shares Surge to Three-Year Peak as Agribusiness Giant Rides Market Momentum

Global agribusiness leader Bunge Ltd. (BG) reached a fresh three-year high this week, buoyed by strong technical indicators and sustained momentum in the essential food supply chain sector, even as analyst price targets remain widely dispersed.

Jan 30, 2026

Business

Bloomin' Brands Faces Headwinds: Debt, Stagnant Sales Cloud Outlook

Shares of restaurant operator Bloomin' Brands have tumbled over 35% in six months, raising questions about its financial health and growth trajectory as analysts flag significant risks.

Jan 30, 2026

Business

Walker & Dunlop's Slide: Three Red Flags for Investors and a Safer Alternative

While the S&P 500 has climbed, Walker & Dunlop shares have tumbled over 14% in six months. We analyze the underlying weaknesses in its financials and highlight a more compelling opportunity for value-focused portfolios.

Jan 30, 2026

Business

Analysts Sound Caution on ICF International as Backlog Shrinks, Point to Alternative Tech Play

While ICF International's stock has kept pace with the broader market, analysts highlight concerns over declining backlog and slowing revenue growth, suggesting investors may find better opportunities elsewhere.

Jan 30, 2026

World

Immigrant Rights Groups Sue ICE Over Policy Allowing Warrantless Home Entries

A coalition of immigrant advocacy organizations has filed a federal lawsuit challenging a newly revealed ICE policy that permits agents to enter private residences without judicial warrants, arguing it violates constitutional protections against unreasonable searches.

Jan 30, 2026

World

ISIL Claims Responsibility for Niger Airport Assault as Military Ruler Accuses Regional Powers

The Islamic State group has claimed a coordinated attack on a key airbase near Niamey's international airport, amid escalating tensions after Niger's junta leader pointed fingers at France, Benin, and Ivory Coast.

Jan 30, 2026