The International Monetary Fund projects average growth in sub-Saharan Africa at 4.6% for the year, edging ahead of Asia's 4.1%, signaling a potential turning point driven by demographics but tempered by significant investment challenges.
Homebuilder LGI Homes is testing a higher-specification housing model with the launch of its Monte Vista community in Modesto, California. The new single-story homes come with significant included upgrades and integrated solar energy systems, signaling a strategic shift towards energy efficiency and long-term cost-conscious buyers.
Goodyear Tire & Rubber is overhauling its Avon Tyres brand and challenging U.S. tariffs in court, strategic moves analysts say are aimed at defending profitability amid cost pressures and competitive markets.
Alibaba Group is making a major strategic push into artificial intelligence, launching a proprietary AI chip to challenge Nvidia, upgrading its Qwen models, and planning a massive marketing campaign for its AI app during the Lunar New Year holiday.
Allegion's stock has climbed over 30% in the past year, raising questions about its current valuation. A deep dive into the numbers reveals a mixed picture, with key metrics pointing in opposite directions.
With shares up over 100% in a year, investors are weighing whether to buy AMD stock before its February 3rd earnings report, as the chipmaker capitalizes on the AI boom.
Ford Motor Company launches a dedicated energy storage business, Ford Energy, appointing Lisa Drake to lead the charge into the rapidly growing battery storage market, signaling a strategic expansion beyond vehicle manufacturing.
Israeli police have detained municipal officials and business figures suspected of embezzling millions in international donations intended for communities devastated by the October 7 Hamas attacks, launching a major fraud investigation.
Investment firm Curreen Capital posted strong 2025 results, crediting its focus on undervalued 'ugly duckling' stocks. The fund's latest letter spotlights VF Corporation (VFC), the embattled owner of Vans and The North Face, as a potential turnaround play despite its shares falling over 20% in the past year.
Goldman Sachs CEO David Solomon, while optimistic on global markets, forecasts a deliberate deceleration in talent acquisition for 2026 as the bank sharpens its focus on operational efficiency and strategic resource allocation.
Despite a recent stock dip, ASML's record order book, driven by surging demand for advanced memory systems, points to sustained growth as AI and data center expansions create a 'perfect storm' for the lithography giant.
Investment firm Curreen Capital, which targets undervalued 'ugly duckling' companies, reported strong 2025 returns. Its latest investor letter highlights automotive parts retailer Advance Auto Parts (AAP) as a prime example of its contrarian approach, despite the stock's recent volatility and mixed performance.
Augusto Blacker Miller, a controversial figure from Peru's Fujimori era, has died in a Rio de Janeiro prison hospital. The 80-year-old, arrested in Brazil last December on an Interpol warrant, succumbed to cardiorespiratory arrest, reigniting debates about justice, aging detainees, and cross-border legal accountability.
In a strategic move emphasizing its heritage, Regal Holdings has rebranded its core manufacturing division as the historic West Bend Co., underscoring a commitment to U.S. production and Wisconsin's industrial legacy.
Despite navigating a major venue overhaul, the Atlanta Shoe Market reports a 7% surge in pre-registrations, with brands and buyers adapting to a reimagined show floor that may boost visibility for some exhibitors.
The Walt Disney Company announced blockbuster quarterly earnings driven by historic box office and streaming performance, though profits were pressured by a resolved YouTube dispute, rising costs, and a broader slowdown in international travel to U.S. destinations.
Jumia Technologies' shares have skyrocketed over 244% in the past year, a stunning rally that appears disconnected from its recent financial performance. This surge highlights the complex dynamics of growth investing in emerging markets.
A months-long advocacy campaign criticizing Hannaford's pricing and animal welfare policies has gained little traction among Maine shoppers, many of whom remain loyal to the dominant grocer despite concerns over affordability.
A newly surfaced 2014 email from the Jeffrey Epstein documents reveals Bitcoin-aligned executives warning investors about backing rival projects like Ripple. Some XRP proponents are framing the disclosure as validation of the token's early significance, though market momentum remains bearish.
Investment firm Ashva Capital Management reveals Micron Technology as its largest holding in its latest investor letter, detailing a conviction play on the memory chip giant's long-term trajectory amid AI-driven demand and market volatility.
