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Therapeutics Sector Shows Resilience in Q3: United Therapeutics Lags as Halozyme and Biogen Outperform

A mixed third-quarter earnings season for therapeutics stocks reveals divergent paths, with United Therapeutics missing estimates while peers like Halozyme and Biogen post strong beats. Sector-wide revenue growth and positive stock reactions suggest underlying investor confidence despite regulatory and pricing headwinds.

Jan 30, 2026

Business

Thermo Fisher Beats Q4 Estimates on Product Launches, Acquisitions; Shares Dip Amid Broader Concerns

Thermo Fisher Scientific posted stronger-than-expected Q4 revenue and profit, driven by new products and strategic deals. However, the stock fell as investors weighed pressures in key academic and government markets against the company's solid 2026 outlook.

Jan 30, 2026

Business

CareDx CEO Executes $412K Stock Sale Amid Year of Strategic Moves and Share Price Pressure

CareDx CEO John Hanna sold over 19,000 shares under a pre-arranged trading plan, a move that comes as the transplant diagnostics firm posts strong revenue growth but continues to navigate a challenging stock market environment.

Jan 30, 2026

Business

Beyond GLP-1: Eli Lilly Diversifies Pipeline with Autoimmune, Gene Editing Deals and Cancer Therapy Win

Eli Lilly bolsters its long-term growth strategy through two new R&D partnerships and a key regulatory milestone for an ovarian cancer drug, signaling a strategic push beyond its blockbuster diabetes and obesity treatments.

Jan 30, 2026

Business

ChatGPT's Million-Dollar Question: Could $1,000 in 2015 Stocks Make You a Millionaire Today?

We put the AI chatbot to the test, asking if a savvy $1,000 investment in 2015 could have grown to $1 million by 2025. The answer reveals the extreme rarity of such returns in mainstream markets and highlights the stark difference between hindsight and feasible strategy.

Jan 30, 2026

Business

AstraZeneca Bets $18.5 Billion on CSPC's Monthly Obesity Shot in Major Pipeline Push

In a landmark deal, AstraZeneca has licensed a suite of next-generation weight-loss drugs from China's CSPC, aiming to challenge the dominance of Lilly and Novo Nordisk with longer-acting monthly injectables.

Jan 30, 2026

Business

Boehringer Ingelheim Taps IQVIA to Power Global Data Overhaul, Aiming for AI-Driven Insights

The long-term strategic partnership will leverage IQVIA's data-as-a-service platform to unify and streamline commercial data across 59 countries, aiming to accelerate product launches and enhance decision-making for the pharmaceutical giant.

Jan 30, 2026

Business

China Approves Sciwind's Diabetes Drug Xianyida, Intensifying GLP-1 Market Competition

Sciwind Biosciences secures Chinese approval for its GLP-1 agonist Xianyida, entering a crowded but high-stakes diabetes treatment market dominated by global giants, as the country grapples with the world's largest diabetic population.

Jan 30, 2026

Business

AstraZeneca Bets $1.2 Billion on CSPC's Weight-Loss Drug Pipeline in Major China Deal

British pharmaceutical giant AstraZeneca has entered a strategic partnership with China's CSPC Pharmaceutical, committing over $1 billion upfront to co-develop next-generation obesity therapies, signaling intensified competition in the lucrative global weight-loss drug market.

Jan 30, 2026

Business

Archer Aviation's 'Midnight' eVTOL Gains Altitude: Can Certification Unlock Urban Air Mobility?

As Archer Aviation advances toward FAA certification for its Midnight air taxi, bullish investors point to its strong liquidity and strategic partnerships. But with the company still pre-revenue and burning cash, the path to commercial launch by 2026 remains a high-stakes race against time and regulation.

Feb 3, 2026

Business

AI Agents Form Their Own Society on 'Moltbook,' Prompting Warnings of Digital Rebellion

As AI agents flock to a dedicated social platform, creating their own cultures and discussing independence, tech billionaire Bryan Johnson warns of unforeseen consequences, comparing the phenomenon to a mirror of humanity's own impulses.

Feb 3, 2026

Business

Verizon's New CEO Bets on Cultural Overhaul to Stem Customer Exodus

Facing rising churn and fierce competition, Verizon's new leadership is pivoting from unpopular price hikes to a customer-centric strategy, leveraging AI and convergence to rebuild trust and retain subscribers.

Feb 3, 2026

Business

Abbott Laboratories: A Deep Dive into the Bullish Case Fueled by a Major Options Trade

A significant institutional options trade on Abbott Laboratories (ABT) signals strong confidence in the healthcare giant's legal resilience and valuation floor, presenting a unique risk/reward opportunity for investors.

Feb 3, 2026

Business

SiTime's Precision Timing Chips Positioned for AI-Driven Growth, Analysts See Upside

SiTime Corporation (NASDAQ: SITM), a leader in MEMS-based timing solutions, is attracting bullish attention as its technology becomes increasingly critical for AI infrastructure and high-performance computing. With strong recent financials and strategic expansion, the company is navigating both opportunities and risks in a complex semiconductor landscape.

Feb 3, 2026

Business

Mercury Systems: Can This Defense AI Specialist Turn Its Fortunes Around?

After a challenging period of fixed-price contracts, Mercury Systems (MRCY) is positioned at the convergence of ruggedized computing and rising defense AI budgets. With a record $1.4 billion backlog, bulls eye a potential turnaround as legacy headwinds fade.

Feb 3, 2026

Business

MicroStrategy's Massive Bitcoin Bet Becomes a Market Fulcrum as Price Nears Its $76K Cost Basis

The company's 713,502 BTC hoard, now valued at its average purchase price, has transformed from a corporate treasury strategy into a critical technical level that could dictate broader market movements.

Feb 3, 2026

Business

Personalis' NeXT Personal Test: A Potential Game-Changer in Early Cancer Recurrence Detection

Personalis, Inc. (NASDAQ: PSNL) is attracting investor attention with its ultra-sensitive NeXT Personal blood test, capable of detecting cancer recurrence far earlier than standard methods. With a key distribution deal and anticipated Medicare reimbursement, the company could be on the cusp of a significant inflection point.

Feb 3, 2026

Business

Niagen Bioscience: The Science-Backed Longevity Play Building a Regulatory Fortress

With its patented, FDA-recognized compound Niagen®, Niagen Bioscience (NAGE) has carved out a unique and defensible position at the intersection of nutraceuticals and pharmaceuticals. As the cellular health market expands, the company's dual-channel strategy and deep scientific validation present a compelling growth narrative for investors.

Feb 3, 2026

US

Fox News Poll: Voters Voice Deep Skepticism Over AI's Breakneck Pace and Government's Ability to Rein It In

A new national survey reveals a significant majority of American voters believe the rollout of artificial intelligence is happening too rapidly, coupled with profound doubts about federal regulators' capacity to oversee the technology effectively.

Feb 3, 2026

Business

BlackRock Navigates Credit Write-Down and Bitcoin ETF Shifts as Stock Momentum Holds

BlackRock faces a dual challenge with a significant loan write-down at its TCP Capital unit and shifting flows in its spot Bitcoin ETFs, even as it seeks regulatory approval for a new yield-focused crypto product. Despite these headwinds, the asset manager's shares show resilience, prompting analysts to debate its true valuation.

Feb 3, 2026