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StepStone Group Launches S-Core Platform, Taps Industry Veteran Jennifer Jones to Lead Core Real Estate Push

StepStone Group has formally entered the core real estate arena with the launch of its S-Core platform, appointing former UBS executive Jennifer Jones as Partner to helm the global strategy. The move signals a strategic expansion aimed at capturing institutional capital seeking stable income and long-term holdings.

Feb 2, 2026

Business

Russian Bitcoin Mining Giant BitRiver Placed Under Bankruptcy Supervision as CEO Faces House Arrest

Once a dominant force in Russia's crypto mining sector, BitRiver is now under court-ordered bankruptcy monitoring amid a cascade of financial and legal woes, including massive unpaid power bills and a criminal case against its founder.

Feb 2, 2026

Business

Micron Bets $24 Billion on Singapore Hub in Strategic Pivot to AI Memory Dominance

Micron Technology is making a decisive shift from volatile consumer memory markets, channeling a massive $24 billion investment into Singapore to build advanced fabrication and packaging facilities aimed squarely at the booming AI data center sector.

Feb 2, 2026

Business

Crypto's Pivotal Week: Earnings Reports and U.S. Jobs Data Take Center Stage

A critical week ahead for crypto markets as major corporate earnings coincide with key U.S. employment data, setting the tone for digital asset sentiment amidst a shifting macroeconomic landscape.

Feb 2, 2026

Business

Mosaic Stock: Analysts See Value After a Rocky Year, But Outlook Remains Cautious

Despite lagging the broader market over the past year, fertilizer giant Mosaic is showing signs of a rebound in 2026. Analysts maintain a cautiously optimistic 'Moderate Buy' stance, eyeing a potential recovery in crop nutrient demand.

Feb 2, 2026

Business

Super Micro Computer's Stock Lags Market, But Analysts See a Rebound Ahead

Despite trailing the S&P 500 and tech sector peers over the past year, Super Micro Computer (SMCI) retains a 'Moderate Buy' consensus from Wall Street, with some analysts forecasting significant upside amid ongoing margin pressures and competitive challenges.

Feb 2, 2026

Business

Alphabet's $110 Billion Bet on Waymo Signals a Strategic Pivot Beyond 'Other Bets'

Alphabet's planned $13 billion investment in Waymo, valuing the self-driving unit at $110 billion, challenges the long-held view of its moonshot projects as mere financial drains and positions autonomous driving as a core future asset.

Feb 2, 2026

Business

End of an Era: Eddie Bauer, 106-Year-Old Outdoor Pioneer, to Shutter All North American Stores

The iconic outdoor apparel brand Eddie Bauer is preparing to file for Chapter 11 bankruptcy and close its physical stores across the U.S. and Canada, marking a decisive shift to a digital-first future while retaining some international retail presence.

Feb 2, 2026

Business

Copart's Rocky Road: Can the Online Auto Auction Giant Regain Its Momentum?

Despite a significant lag behind the broader market over the past year, analysts maintain a cautiously optimistic stance on Copart's long-term prospects, even as near-term headwinds persist.

Feb 2, 2026

Business

The Vitamin Shoppe Bets on AI with Flagship 'Innovation Store' in New York's Wellness Corridor

The health retailer unveils its first AI-powered 'Shoppe Advisor' in a Manhattan flagship, aiming to blend digital personalization with human expertise in a competitive market, following a year of ownership changes and executive reshuffling.

Feb 2, 2026

Business

Tenet Reclaims Full Control of Conifer as CommonSpirit Exits Stake, Eyes AI Expansion

Tenet Healthcare has regained complete ownership of its revenue cycle management subsidiary Conifer, buying out CommonSpirit Health's minority stake in a deal valued at nearly $2.7 billion. The move signals Tenet's renewed commitment to the business and plans for significant AI investment.

Feb 2, 2026

Business

ZF and BMW Forge Multi-Billion Euro Pact to Power Future of Electrified Drives

The long-term agreement, extending to the late 2030s, centers on the joint evolution of ZF's flagship 8-speed automatic transmission for next-generation electrified vehicles, signaling deep collaboration in the auto industry's transition.

Feb 2, 2026

Business

Hyperliquid's HYPE Token Jumps 10% on Plans to Expand into Prediction Markets and Options

The decentralized exchange's native token rallied following the announcement of a new proposal to introduce outcome-based contracts, a move seen as a direct challenge to established prediction market platforms.

Feb 2, 2026

Business

Centene Stock: Wall Street's Cautious Optimism Amid Regulatory Headwinds

Despite a challenging year marked by a steep sell-off after disappointing Medicare rate updates, analysts are showing tentative signs of increased confidence in the managed care giant, though a consensus 'Hold' rating prevails.

Feb 2, 2026

Business

Eli Lilly Bets Big on Pennsylvania: $3.5 Billion Weight-Loss Drug Plant to Rise in Lehigh Valley

Pharmaceutical giant Eli Lilly is investing $3.5 billion to build a new manufacturing facility in rural Pennsylvania, marking its latest move in a massive U.S. expansion aimed at meeting soaring demand for next-generation obesity treatments and capitalizing on reshoring incentives.

Feb 2, 2026

World

Ukraine Peace Talks Resume in Abu Dhabi as U.S., Russia, and Ukraine Seek Diplomatic Path

A second round of trilateral negotiations involving the United States, Russia, and Ukraine is set to begin in the United Arab Emirates this week, following a brief pause in attacks on Kyiv that has cautiously raised hopes for de-escalation.

Feb 2, 2026

Business

TSMC: The Unseen Engine of Global Tech Powers Up U.S. Expansion

Taiwan Semiconductor Manufacturing Company (TSMC), commanding over 70% of the advanced chip foundry market, is accelerating its U.S. manufacturing footprint amid shifting trade policies and sustained explosive financial growth, solidifying its indispensable role.

Feb 2, 2026

Business

Newly Unsealed Emails Show Coinbase Leadership Was Aware of Jeffrey Epstein's 2014 Investment

Internal correspondence reveals Coinbase co-founder Fred Ehrsam was personally briefed on and facilitated a multi-million dollar investment from the convicted sex offender, arranged by Tether's Brock Pierce.

Feb 2, 2026

Business

Hedge Fund AIGH Capital Exits Entire MaxLinear Stake in $17.8 Million Sale

AIGH Capital Management has liquidated its entire position in semiconductor firm MaxLinear, a move that coincides with the chipmaker's recent strong quarterly earnings report, raising questions about the fund's strategy.

Feb 2, 2026

World

Inside the Abandoned Scam Fortress: Thai Military Reveals Sophisticated Operation at Cambodian Border

Thai troops now occupy a shell-damaged compound in O'Smach, Cambodia, which officials identify as a former hub for international scam operations. A military-led tour revealed a labyrinth of soundproofed call centers, fake police stations, and meticulous scripts, shedding light on a multi-billion dollar criminal enterprise.

Feb 2, 2026