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Siemens Bets Big on Digital Infrastructure: Can Share Buybacks and New Tech Ventures Drive Growth?

Siemens AG is doubling down on its digital transformation, channeling investments into battery storage, AI-driven industrial solutions, and data analytics while continuing a substantial share repurchase program. This analysis examines whether these strategic moves can translate into sustainable shareholder value amid a complex financial landscape.

Jan 30, 2026

Business

Pizza Hut Ends a Super Bowl Tradition: No More Pre-Game Ads After Decade-Long Run

In a significant shift from its long-standing marketing playbook, Pizza Hut will not advertise during NBC's Super Bowl pre-game coverage this year, ending a tradition that spanned over a decade. The move comes as the chain undergoes a strategic review and reallocates its ad budget toward other sports and partnerships.

Jan 30, 2026

Business

Broadcom Cements AI Infrastructure Role with Major OpenAI Chip Deal

Broadcom secures a landmark agreement to supply OpenAI with custom AI accelerators, marking a strategic pivot to become a core silicon partner for hyperscalers and deepening its integration into the global AI build-out.

Jan 30, 2026

Business

FAT Brands Faces Nasdaq Delisting Following Chapter 11 Bankruptcy Filing

The parent company of numerous restaurant chains will be removed from the Nasdaq exchange on February 4, transitioning to high-risk over-the-counter trading after failing to meet listing requirements.

Jan 30, 2026

Business

Amazon Axes Over 500 Jobs in Sacramento as It Shutters Fresh and Go Stores Nationwide

Amazon is closing its cashier-less Fresh and Go grocery stores across the U.S., resulting in more than 500 layoffs in the Sacramento region alone. The tech giant says it will now concentrate its grocery efforts on expanding its Whole Foods Market chain.

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

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

Sweetgreen Shares Slump Amid Growth Stock Sell-Off, Goldman Sachs Maintains Sell Rating

The fast-casual salad chain's stock fell sharply this week, pressured by a broader retreat in growth stocks and a reiterated sell call from Goldman Sachs, despite positive signals from the broader restaurant sector.

Jan 30, 2026

Business

Whales Circle Three Altcoins as Crypto Markets Seek February Turnaround

On-chain data reveals a notable shift in crypto whale activity, with large-scale accumulation emerging in Shiba Inu, Pendle, and Cardano. This strategic positioning coincides with early technical signals hinting at potential rebounds, setting the stage for a pivotal February.

Jan 30, 2026

Business

Steak 'n Shake Joins Corporate Push, Pledges $1,000 for Employees' Newborns Under 'Trump Accounts' Initiative

The restaurant chain Steak 'n Shake has announced it will contribute $1,000 to tax-advantaged investment accounts for employees' newborns, aligning with a growing corporate trend to supplement the federal 'Trump Accounts' program aimed at generational wealth building.

Jan 30, 2026

Business

LyondellBasell Navigates 'Deepest Downturn' with Cost Cuts and Strategic Shifts Amid Trade Volatility

Facing what CEO Peter Vanacker calls the 'deepest and longest downturn' of his career, LyondellBasell reported Q1 2025 results while detailing a new $500 million cash improvement plan. The chemical giant is leaning into portfolio restructuring and its global supply network to weather trade policy uncertainty and weak demand.

Jan 30, 2026

Business

Twin Peaks Parent Company Files for Chapter 11 Bankruptcy, Casting Uncertainty Over Florida Locations

The parent company of the Twin Peaks 'breastaurant' chain has filed for Chapter 11 bankruptcy protection, raising questions about the future of its 16 Florida locations, including a Jacksonville restaurant that opened in 2023. The chain plans to remain operational during restructuring.

Jan 30, 2026

Business

7 Brew Launches Monthly Featured Drinks Program to Deepen Customer Loyalty

The drive-thru coffee chain 7 Brew debuts a monthly rotating menu of featured beverages, starting with five options for February including a new Chocolate Dipped Strawberry Cold Brew, as it leverages its strong rewards membership to boost visit frequency.

Jan 30, 2026

Business

Peet's Coffee to Shutter Dozens of Stores Nationwide, Citing Economic Headwinds

The iconic California-born chain Peet's Coffee is closing 27 locations, including outlets in Manhattan Beach and Redondo Beach, as it navigates post-acquisition restructuring and a challenging market for mid-size coffee retailers.

Jan 30, 2026

Business

Susquehanna Boosts ConocoPhillips Target to $115 Amid Shifting Energy Landscape

Analysts at Susquehanna have raised their price target for ConocoPhillips (COP) to $115, citing a positive long-term outlook despite near-term headwinds from oversupply and soft demand. The independent energy giant also stands out for its robust dividend yield.

Jan 30, 2026

World

Argentina Opens Natural Gas Imports to Private Sector, Dismantles State Monopoly

In a major shift, President Javier Milei's government has formally transferred control of liquefied natural gas imports from the state-owned Enarsa to private companies, accelerating a sweeping privatization agenda amid concerns over winter supply and future prices.

Jan 30, 2026

Business

Visa Doubles Down on Digital Frontiers: Stablecoin Settlements and Crypto Access Take Center Stage

Visa is aggressively expanding its footprint beyond traditional card payments, launching new initiatives in stablecoin settlements, renter-focused commerce, and streamlined crypto-to-fiat conversions. These partnerships aim to embed Visa's network into the burgeoning worlds of blockchain-based finance and essential housing expenditures.

Jan 30, 2026

World

Mexico Vows Diplomatic Push as U.S. Tariff Threat Looms Over Cuba Oil Lifeline

Facing a new U.S. threat of tariffs on nations supplying oil to Cuba, Mexican President Claudia Sheinbaum pledges to pursue diplomatic channels and seek alternatives to avert a potential humanitarian crisis on the island, while safeguarding Mexico's own economic interests.

Jan 30, 2026

Business

7 Leaves Cafe Brews Up a Tech Upgrade: Partners with Square to Streamline Operations Across All 44 U.S. Stores

The popular Vietnamese-American beverage chain is implementing Square's commerce platform to unify in-store and drive-thru experiences, enhance loyalty programs, and scale its growing national footprint.

Jan 30, 2026

Business

Brookfield Business Touts Record Capital Recycling, Nears Corporate Reorganization Milestone

Brookfield Business Partners reported a robust 2025, generating over $2 billion from asset sales, reducing debt, and making strategic acquisitions. The firm is on the cusp of a major corporate restructuring into a single listed entity, aiming to boost liquidity and investor appeal in a shifting global landscape.

Jan 30, 2026