As 2026 unfolds, the AI investment thesis is maturing beyond initial skepticism, creating opportunities in both leading tech giants and overlooked sectors. We analyze five companies, from semiconductor powerhouses to regional e-commerce leaders, positioned for a pivotal year.
Initial unemployment filings in Illinois fell last week, reflecting a modest improvement in local labor market conditions even as national numbers held steady.
RLI Corp's latest earnings report showcases robust underwriting performance and capital returns. However, a mixed share price trajectory and premium valuation metrics are prompting investors to question whether the stock's future growth is already priced in.
Doctors Without Borders (MSF) has definitively rejected an Israeli order to hand over sensitive staff information, following months of failed negotiations. The move comes amid a wider crackdown on aid groups and a devastating toll on healthcare workers in the conflict.
After two challenging years, Flagstar Bancorp (NYSE: FBC) reported a return to profitability in the fourth quarter of 2025, posting adjusted net income of $30 million. Executives outlined a strategic shift towards commercial lending and a strengthened balance sheet as key drivers for future performance.
Rogers Communications Inc. reported robust fourth-quarter 2025 results, with revenue reaching C$6.17 billion and net income of C$743 million. The company's strategic pivot into sports and media, fueled by the MLSE acquisition and content partnerships, is emerging as a significant growth driver, challenging its traditional telecom narrative.
Shares of International Paper (IP) have retreated sharply in recent sessions, underperforming its longer-term track record and prompting a fresh debate among investors over whether the packaging giant is now undervalued or facing deeper headwinds.
Brookfield Infrastructure Partners L.P. (BIP) reports robust 2025 results, marking its 17th consecutive annual distribution increase while spotlighting data and AI infrastructure as core growth drivers. The update fuels debate on whether the firm's narrative is shifting from a pure income play to a growth-oriented infrastructure enabler.
eBay is navigating a complex transition, implementing new ad fees and AI restrictions while doubling down on sustainability. These moves are reshaping the marketplace dynamics for sellers and investors alike.
Industrial equipment maker Graco (NYSE: GGG) is expanding its powder technology footprint through the acquisition of Color Service, a specialist in gravimetric dosing. The move coincides with the company reporting record quarterly sales, fueled by organic growth and strategic integrations, signaling a period of focused expansion for the Minnesota-based firm.
Elon Musk is exploring strategic mergers for SpaceX, with discussions underway for potential combinations with either Tesla or his AI startup xAI, as the billionaire seeks to consolidate his sprawling technological ventures ahead of a landmark public offering.
Drivers across the Southeast are feeling the pinch as average pump prices in the Lower Atlantic region rose to $2.75 per gallon this week, continuing an upward trend that analysts link to seasonal demand and refinery adjustments.
The U.S. Justice Department has begun releasing over three million pages from the Jeffrey Epstein investigation, including photos and videos. The long-awaited document dump intensifies scrutiny on the financier's powerful associates, including former Presidents Trump and Clinton, amid accusations of a high-level cover-up.
President Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva, 80, was discharged from a Brasília eye hospital on Friday after a successful cataract operation. The veteran leftist leader is recovering at a presidential retreat and is scheduled to return to work on Monday, amid a busy domestic and international agenda.
The digital financial services giant SoFi reported blockbuster Q4 2025 results, surpassing $1 billion in quarterly revenue for the first time. Fueled by explosive member growth and a booming tech platform, CEO Anthony Noto outlined an ambitious roadmap into crypto, stablecoins, and AI, signaling a new phase of aggressive expansion beyond traditional banking.
Tesla's latest earnings call, emphasizing a strategic shift towards autonomous vehicles and robotics, has drawn a spectrum of reactions from prominent investors. While some see it as a necessary evolution, others warn of significant costs and transitional risks, creating a clear divide in analyst sentiment.
A new survey reveals retention, AI integration, and manager development remain top HR priorities for 2026, but a stark divide emerges between strategic intent and actionable plans.
Despite a prolonged freight recession, ArcBest reports resilient fourth-quarter performance, driven by strategic cost controls, AI integration, and growth in managed logistics solutions, while outlining a cautious outlook for 2026.
Finnish technology leader Valmet introduces a new line of bio-based press roll covers, backed by specific lifecycle assessment data, to help paper manufacturers reduce fossil resource dependence and track emissions.
As the Trump administration ratchets up pressure on Tehran, experts warn that military action aimed at halting Iran's nuclear program could backfire, potentially accelerating proliferation worldwide and unraveling the non-proliferation regime.
