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TSMC Founder Morris Chang Breaks Year-Long Public Silence at Taipei Dinner with Nvidia's Jensen Huang

Morris Chang, the 94-year-old founder of Taiwan Semiconductor Manufacturing Co., made his first public appearance in over a year at a private dinner in Taipei with Nvidia CEO Jensen Huang. The meeting, which ended months of speculation about Chang's health and public role, also served as a platform to reaffirm TSMC's central position in the global chip supply chain.

Feb 2, 2026

Business

Eli Lilly Bets $3.5 Billion on Pennsylvania Plant, Doubling Down on Obesity Drug Future

Pharmaceutical giant Eli Lilly announces a massive $3.5 billion investment in a new Pennsylvania manufacturing facility dedicated to next-generation weight-loss drugs, signaling a long-term strategic commitment to the obesity market amid intense competition.

Feb 2, 2026

Business

Factory Data Casts Shadow Over Markets: S&P 500 Futures Dip Amid Uneven Global Recovery Signals

U.S. stock futures retreated Monday as investors parsed a mixed bag of global manufacturing data, raising fresh questions about the durability of corporate earnings against a backdrop of cooling factory activity in key European economies.

Feb 2, 2026

US

UK-Funded Game 'Pathways' Sparks Debate After Linking Immigration Queries to Counter-Terrorism Alerts

A video game funded by the British government and designed for schoolchildren has drawn criticism for suggesting that questioning mass migration or researching immigration statistics could lead to referral to the UK's Prevent counter-terrorism programme.

Feb 2, 2026

Business

Eli Lilly Doubles Down: $3.5 Billion Bet on Next-Gen Obesity Drugs and Gene Therapy Partnerships

Pharmaceutical giant Eli Lilly announces a major $3.5 billion manufacturing expansion for its weight-loss drugs and enters two strategic research collaborations in gene editing and immunology, signaling aggressive growth plans amid a recent stock valuation dip.

Feb 2, 2026

World

Bangladesh Court Sentences Ex-PM Hasina to Decade in Prison, UK MP Niece Also Convicted in Land Scandal

A special anti-corruption court in Dhaka has delivered a landmark verdict, sentencing former Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina to 10 years imprisonment and her British lawmaker niece to four years over illicit land allocations in a flagship housing project. The ruling intensifies the political turbulence ahead of crucial elections.

Feb 2, 2026

Business

York Space Systems Soars onto NYSE, Fueling Ambitions in Government Space Race

York Space Systems (NYSE: YSS) has successfully launched its initial public offering, marking a significant milestone as it begins trading on the New York Stock Exchange. The move is set to accelerate the company's expansion in satellite manufacturing and solidify its position as a key contractor for U.S. national security and defense programs in orbit.

Feb 2, 2026

Business

China's Export-Focused Factories Show Surprise Resilience as Broader Economy Cools

A private gauge of China's manufacturing activity edged higher in January, defying expectations of a slowdown, as export-oriented firms outperformed. The reading contrasts with weaker official data, highlighting a two-speed industrial sector amid persistent domestic headwinds.

Feb 2, 2026

Business

Benchmark Electronics Eyes Q4 Earnings Beat Amid Sector Volatility

Benchmark Electronics (NYSE:BHE) is set to report Q4 earnings after Tuesday's market close, with analysts forecasting a return to revenue growth. The electronics manufacturing services provider enters the report on a strong note, having outperformed expectations last quarter.

Feb 2, 2026

Business

EG Industries Berhad's Capital Efficiency Surge Catches Investor Attention

The Malaysian electronics manufacturing services provider is showing compelling financial momentum, with its return on capital employed significantly outpacing industry averages and signaling potential for sustained growth.

Feb 2, 2026

Business

Analysts Bullish on Applied Materials as AI Spending Fuels Semiconductor Equipment Demand

A wave of analyst upgrades for Applied Materials underscores growing confidence in global semiconductor capital expenditure, driven by the AI infrastructure boom and demand for advanced manufacturing tools. The company's strategic position in wafer fabrication equipment places it at the heart of the industry's next growth phase.

Jan 31, 2026

Business

Coeur Mining Clears Final Hurdle, Set to Absorb New Gold in Major North American Metals Consolidation

Coeur Mining's acquisition of New Gold has received final court approval in British Columbia, marking a pivotal step toward creating a larger, diversified precious metals producer. The deal is poised to reshape the competitive landscape for mid-tier gold and silver miners in North America.

Jan 31, 2026

Business

Nilfisk Shifts U.S. Strategy: Closes Minnesota Plant, Opens New Commercial Hub in Plymouth

Danish industrial cleaning giant Nilfisk is consolidating its U.S. presence, moving manufacturing to Mexico while establishing a new commercial headquarters in Plymouth, MN, promising continued investment amid local job cuts.

Jan 30, 2026

Business

QuantumScape Bolsters Board with Semiconductor Finance Expert as Commercialization Push Intensifies

Solid-state battery developer QuantumScape appoints former NVIDIA CFO Geoffrey Ribar to its board, signaling a strategic shift towards manufacturing discipline and capital allocation as it transitions from R&D to pilot production.

Jan 30, 2026

Business

Osisko Development Secures $125M for Cariboo Gold Project Amid Operational Pause and Valuation Debate

Osisko Development Corp. (TSXV:ODV) has announced a major $125 million equity financing to advance its flagship Cariboo Gold Project in British Columbia, following a temporary operational suspension due to a contractor fatality. The move comes as the company's shares show strong recent momentum but trade at a significant discount to peers, raising questions about its valuation and path forward.

Jan 30, 2026

Business

TSMC Unveils Landmark $165 Billion Investment Plan for Arizona Semiconductor Hub

Taiwan Semiconductor Manufacturing Company (TSMC) announces a historic $165 billion investment to expand its advanced chipmaking facilities in Arizona, marking a significant deepening of U.S.-Taiwan economic and strategic ties.

Jan 30, 2026

Business

Altria's Q4: Revenue Surge Overshadowed by Profit Squeeze as Smokeless Push Accelerates

Altria Group (MO) posted stronger-than-expected Q4 revenue, driven by its core tobacco brands and oral nicotine products, but saw its shares fall as profit margins contracted sharply. The company is betting on a national rollout of its ON! Plus pouches and manufacturing upgrades to fuel its smoke-free future.

Jan 30, 2026

Business

Eli Lilly Bets Big on Pennsylvania with $3.5 Billion Plant for Next-Gen Weight-Loss Drugs

Pharmaceutical giant Eli Lilly announces a massive $3.5 billion investment in a new Pennsylvania manufacturing facility, aiming to scale up production of its blockbuster weight-loss therapies like retatrutide amid soaring global demand.

Jan 30, 2026

Business

Applied Optoelectronics Bets Big on AI Infrastructure with Major 800G Wins and Texas Expansion

Applied Optoelectronics (AAOI) is positioning itself at the forefront of the AI infrastructure build-out, securing a significant 800G transceiver order from a hyperscale customer and expanding its Texas manufacturing footprint. While these moves signal strong revenue momentum, they also amplify existing concerns over customer concentration and profitability.

Jan 30, 2026

Business

Applied Optoelectronics Lands Major 800G Transceiver Deal, Expands Texas Footprint for AI Boom

Applied Optoelectronics (AAOI) has secured a significant order for its high-speed 800G optical transceivers from a key hyperscale client, coinciding with a strategic expansion of its Texas manufacturing facility to meet surging AI data center demand.

Jan 30, 2026