From Mussolini's Rome-Berlin Axis to Bush's 'Axis of Evil,' the term has evolved into a potent geopolitical label. Its revival to describe groupings like the 'Axis of Upheaval' reveals how language frames modern conflicts and defines the boundaries of legitimacy in international politics.
A volatile January has underscored a stark shift for investors: political shocks emanating from Washington now pose a greater threat to portfolios than traditional economic or earnings concerns, reshaping risk calculus across global markets.
Tesla's sales decline in Europe continues despite new lower-cost models, while industry buzz swirls around a hotly denied report of potential Ford-Xiaomi collaboration. Meanwhile, U.S. dealers show surprising pragmatism toward the EV transition.
Conagra Brands launches its protein-packed Banquet MEGA Breakfast Bowls, a direct challenge to rivals in the frozen aisle. While the move aligns with consumer trends, analysts question if it's enough to offset broader financial pressures facing the packaged food giant.
With the FIFA World Cup in North America, the Milano Cortina Winter Olympics, and a packed calendar of major events, 2026 is poised to be a landmark year for sports. Brands and retailers are deploying sophisticated strategies that prioritize cultural marketing and community engagement over mere sales spikes, navigating a landscape where consumer loyalty is won through storytelling, not just sponsorship.
While Apis Capital's flagship fund posted stellar 2025 returns, its latest investor letter spotlights the ongoing divergence of opinion on AI pure-plays like C3.ai, where heavy investment needs clash with market expectations for profitability.
From delivering pizzas to building a global sportswear empire, Ben Francis's journey to a $1.4 billion net worth is a modern business fable. Yet, in a candid podcast interview, the Gymshark CEO argues that equating self-worth with wealth is a 'wildly unproductive way to live,' offering a rare glimpse into the mindset behind the paper fortune.
Goldman Sachs has downgraded MoonLake Immunotherapeutics (MLTX) to Sell, highlighting the failed VELA-2 trial endpoint and persistent approval risks for its key drug, sonelokimab, despite a competing firm's more bullish outlook.
Kevin Warsh, a leading candidate for Federal Reserve Chair, has historically framed Bitcoin not as a threat but as a crucial policy signal. His past comments labeling it 'the new gold' for younger investors stand in stark contrast to the cryptocurrency's recent 3% decline, highlighting the volatile intersection of regulatory sentiment and digital asset markets.
Africa's used vehicle market is on track to expand at nearly 7% annually, approaching a $200 billion valuation by 2033, as demand for affordable personal transport surges across the continent.
NETSTREIT Corp. (NYSE: NTST) has delivered impressive shareholder returns over the past year, significantly outpacing its longer-term performance. As the stock hovers near $19, investors and analysts are debating whether its current price fully reflects the fundamentals of this necessity-based retail REIT or if momentum has gotten ahead of value.
Shares of the packaged food giant have slumped over the past year, raising questions about whether the stock is a bargain or a value trap. A deep dive into valuation metrics suggests significant upside potential.
BofA Securities has trimmed its price target for Uber Technologies, citing near-term uncertainties in the autonomous vehicle sector, even as the company launches a new internal data initiative aimed at accelerating AV development.
A Milton, Massachusetts man's attempt to clear roof ice with a blowtorch during a severe winter storm sparked a fast-moving attic fire, prompting warnings from officials about the dangers of DIY ice removal.
Microsoft's aggressive investment in AI infrastructure led to a sharp rise in capital expenditures, while its flagship Azure cloud service showed signs of moderating growth. The mixed results triggered a significant after-hours sell-off, raising questions about the near-term profitability of its AI ambitions.
While passive index funds track the broader market, selective stock picks can deliver outsized returns. Baidu's (NASDAQ: BIDU) shares have soared 75% in the past year, dramatically outpacing the market. This rally comes despite a significant drop in earnings, shifting investor focus towards the company's long-term strategic bets in artificial intelligence and autonomous driving.
Shares of Canadian challenger bank EQB have delivered stellar long-term gains, significantly outperforming the broader market. While recent momentum has cooled, the stock's journey offers insights into the power of dividends and shifting market sentiment.
Millions of seniors received a 2.8% Cost-of-Living Adjustment this January, but soaring Medicare premiums and a flawed inflation formula mean their real purchasing power continues to erode, highlighting a systemic crisis for retirees.
Microsoft shares suffered their worst single-day decline since 2020, erasing $357 billion in market value after quarterly results disappointed investors. While concerns over AI spending and Azure growth metrics fueled the sell-off, some analysts see a potential entry point for long-term investors as the tech giant addresses capacity constraints.
Investment firm Ashva Capital Management outlines its investment case for The Walt Disney Company in its Q4 2025 letter, highlighting the entertainment giant's enduring value proposition amid near-term market volatility.
