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Rivian's Road to Profitability: How the EV Maker is Shifting Gears from Vehicle Sales to a Tech-Driven Future

Beyond the headlines of cash burn and production woes, Rivian Automotive is executing a strategic pivot. With falling costs, the imminent launch of its mass-market R2, and a growing software revenue stream, the company is laying the groundwork to transform from a pure EV manufacturer into a vertically integrated autonomy platform.

Feb 3, 2026

Business

TTM Technologies Set to Report Q4 Earnings Amid Strong Industry Momentum

As TTM Technologies prepares to release its quarterly results, analysts anticipate sustained revenue growth and robust performance in the competitive PCB manufacturing sector.

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

Monolithic Power Systems Powers Ahead: Strong Balance Sheet and AI Tailwinds Fuel Bullish Outlook

Monolithic Power Systems (MPWR), a key player in power management semiconductors, is attracting investor attention with its robust financials, exposure to high-growth AI and automotive markets, and disciplined capital returns, despite trading at a premium valuation.

Feb 3, 2026

Business

Nio Shares Slip Despite Strong January Deliveries as Investors Question Demand Sustainability

Nio's stock fell nearly 4% on Monday as a sharp month-over-month delivery decline overshadowed impressive year-on-year growth, fueling broader concerns about the health of China's electric vehicle sector.

Feb 2, 2026

Business

Navigating the EV Slowdown: Why Rivian and BYD Could Be Long-Term Winners

Despite near-term headwinds in the electric vehicle sector, Rivian and BYD are positioning themselves for the next growth cycle through strategic pivots and vertical integration.

Feb 2, 2026

Business

Beyond the Big Board: Three TSX Penny Stocks Drawing Investor Scrutiny Amid Strong Earnings Season

As the TSX rides a wave of positive earnings momentum, adventurous investors are turning their gaze to the penny stock arena. We analyze three micro-cap companies—Automotive Finco, Aurora Spine, and Wilton Resources—that are generating buzz, weighing their potential against significant financial risks.

Feb 2, 2026

Business

Tyson Foods Navigates Shifting Protein Landscape: Prepared Foods, Chicken Drive Q1 Growth Amid Beef Sector Headwinds

Tyson Foods reported mixed Q1 FY2026 results, with strong momentum in Prepared Foods and Chicken segments offset by significant challenges in Beef due to constrained cattle supplies. The company also unveiled a new segment reporting structure aimed at enhancing transparency for investors.

Feb 2, 2026

Business

Aptiv Caps Strong 2025 with Record Q4 Revenue, Sets Stage for Versagen Spin-Off

Aptiv reported record fourth-quarter revenue of $5.2 billion, a 3% increase, as the automotive technology leader prepares to spin off its Electrical Distribution Systems business as the independent company Versagen on April 1, 2026.

Feb 2, 2026

Business

ExxonMobil Posts Record 2025 Results, Cementing Its Dominance in the Oil Sector

The energy giant reported industry-leading earnings and cash flow, driven by record production and deep cost cuts, while returning billions to shareholders and outlining an ambitious growth plan through 2030.

Feb 2, 2026

Business

Aumovio Announces Major Restructuring: 4,000 Jobs to Be Cut Amid R&D Spending Recalibration

The automotive tech spinoff from Continental plans significant workforce reductions globally, aiming to lower its R&D expenditure ratio in response to market pressures, with Germany bearing the brunt of the cuts.

Feb 2, 2026

Business

Curreen Capital's 'Ugly Duckling' Strategy Pays Off, Spotlights Advance Auto Parts

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.

Feb 2, 2026

Business

Chemical Giants Dow and LyondellBasell: High-Yield Turnaround Bets for 2026

After a punishing multi-year slump, materials stocks are showing signs of life in 2026. Dow and LyondellBasell, offering yields of 5% and 10.9% respectively, present a high-risk, high-reward proposition for income investors betting on a sector recovery.

Feb 2, 2026

Business

Analog Devices Delivers Stellar 121% Total Return to Investors Over Five-Year Span

Shares of semiconductor leader Analog Devices, Inc. (NASDAQ: ADI) have surged 103% in the past five years, with total shareholder return reaching 121% when dividends are factored in. The performance highlights robust investor confidence amid steady earnings growth and a favorable market outlook for the chip sector.

Feb 2, 2026

Business

Lear Corp's 33% Surge: Is the Auto Parts Giant Still a Bargain?

Despite a strong 33% gain over the past year, Lear Corporation's recent stock performance shows signs of cooling. A deep dive into its discounted cash flow and earnings multiples suggests the market may still be undervaluing this automotive seating and electronics supplier.

Feb 2, 2026

Business

Illinois Tool Works Q4 Earnings Preview: Can the Industrial Giant Beat Expectations?

As Illinois Tool Works prepares to report its fourth-quarter results, investors are weighing steady growth forecasts against a history of revenue misses. The report comes amid a mixed performance for the industrial machinery sector.

Feb 2, 2026

Business

Skyworks Solutions Earnings Preview: Can the Chipmaker Defy Industry Headwinds?

As Skyworks Solutions prepares to report Q4 earnings, investors are weighing its track record of beating estimates against a backdrop of expected revenue decline and mixed semiconductor sector performance.

Feb 2, 2026

Business

Three High-Volatility Stocks That Give Analysts Pause

Amidst a market rally driven by a handful of tech giants, certain volatile stocks present outsized risks. We examine three names where valuation concerns and sector headwinds warrant a cautious approach.

Jan 30, 2026

Business

Tesla's 'Amazing Abundance' Vision Collides with Financial Reality: Can AI and Robotics Fuel a Comeback?

Despite CEO Elon Musk's bold pronouncements on AI, robotics, and a future of 'Amazing Abundance,' Tesla faces mounting pressure from declining automotive revenues and margins. As the company pivots with massive capital expenditure, investors are left weighing futuristic promises against present-day financial headwinds.

Jan 30, 2026

Business

AutoZone Executive's Major Stock Sale Raises Questions on Valuation and Debt Outlook

A significant stock sale by AutoZone's Senior Vice President Richard Craig Smith has prompted investors to re-examine the automotive retailer's valuation metrics and leverage position, amid a shifting landscape for the auto aftermarket industry.

Jan 30, 2026