Oracle is launching a massive $45-$50 billion capital raise to aggressively expand its cloud infrastructure, fueled by long-term contracts with AI giants like OpenAI, NVIDIA, and Meta. The move underscores the fierce competition in the cloud arms race, even as the company's stock faces recent headwinds.
U.S. stock futures point lower amid renewed scrutiny over AI investments, with Nvidia's landmark OpenAI deal reportedly under strain. Disney beats earnings estimates as leadership transition talks emerge, while Oracle plans a massive $50 billion raise to fuel its AI ambitions.
U.S. stock futures pointed to a lower open Monday, pressured by a sharp selloff in precious metals and renewed investor caution around AI sector valuations. All eyes turn to a packed week of corporate earnings and key labor market data for clues on the economy's trajectory.
The cryptocurrency wallet provider Exodus Movement reports disciplined capital management with a debt-free balance sheet and 1.5 million monthly users, even as BTIG trims its price target citing cautious volume outlook.
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.
Twist Bioscience kicks off fiscal 2026 with robust growth, reporting a 17% year-over-year revenue increase to $103.7 million. The company credits its semiconductor-based DNA synthesis platform and surging demand from AI-enabled drug discovery programs as key drivers, while reiterating its path to adjusted EBITDA breakeven within the year.
Edwards Lifesciences (NYSE: EW) has terminated its planned takeover of JenaValve, opting instead to reinvest capital into its internal transcatheter aortic (TAVR) and mitral valve development programs. The strategic pivot underscores a renewed focus on organic growth in its core structural heart business.
Barclays reaffirms its Overweight rating on Meta Platforms, raising its price target to $800, citing robust Q4 recovery and surging ad revenue. The upgrade follows CEO Mark Zuckerberg's announcement of a massive $115B-$135B AI infrastructure investment plan for 2026.
Publicly-listed digital asset firm BitMine Immersion Technologies now holds over $10.7 billion in assets, with its massive Ethereum treasury positioning it to capture an estimated $374 million in annual staking rewards as it marches toward a controversial 5% supply goal.
Oracle plans a massive $45-50 billion capital raise to expand its cloud infrastructure for AI, backed by a record $523 billion order backlog. While securing its future in the AI race, the aggressive move exposes the tech giant to significant execution and financial risks as cash flow turns negative.
Despite a recent 4.7% stock decline, Edwards Lifesciences (NYSE: EW) boasts a robust 13% Return on Equity, outperforming its industry. Yet, its modest 4.6% five-year growth rate raises questions about future potential and market valuation.
The Walt Disney Company surpassed Wall Street's revenue and earnings expectations for its fiscal first quarter, powered by strength in its streaming services and theme parks. The media giant reaffirmed its full-year forecast for double-digit profit growth, signaling confidence in its ongoing strategic transformation.
Goldman Sachs CEO David Solomon, while optimistic on global markets, forecasts a deliberate deceleration in talent acquisition for 2026 as the bank sharpens its focus on operational efficiency and strategic resource allocation.
Google has agreed to a $135 million settlement to resolve a class-action lawsuit alleging unauthorized data collection by its Android operating system, pending court approval. The deal also mandates clearer user controls and disclosures.
While Automatic Data Processing (NASDAQ:ADP) has delivered solid earnings growth over five years, its share price appreciation has notably lagged the broader market. A deeper look reveals dividends have bolstered total returns, but recent underperformance highlights investor caution toward the payroll giant.
Amid market volatility, five established companies with long histories of dividend payments—known as 'Dividend Kings'—have reported better-than-expected fourth-quarter results, offering retirees potential sources of reliable passive income.
Campbell Oil, following recent investments in its convenience store chain, has acquired Smith Oil Distributors, signaling a renewed strategic push to grow its fuel and energy services segment in the Southeastern U.S.
In a contrarian move, Just Salad is launching an instant-rewards loyalty program featuring randomized 'Mystery Bowls' for orders over $12, challenging the industry's shift toward predictable points accumulation.
Jumia Technologies' shares have skyrocketed over 244% in the past year, a stunning rally that appears disconnected from its recent financial performance. This surge highlights the complex dynamics of growth investing in emerging markets.
While tech stocks dominate AI headlines, Welltower Inc. is leveraging artificial intelligence and demographic shifts to redefine senior living and create a powerful growth engine, positioning itself as a unique beneficiary of long-term healthcare trends.
