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American Express reported fourth-quarter earnings that slightly trailed analyst forecasts, prompting a share price decline. Despite the near-term miss, the company issued strong forward guidance for 2026 and announced a significant dividend hike, underscoring confidence in its long-term growth trajectory driven by card member spending and fee growth.
After soaring to unprecedented highs, copper prices have begun to retreat. Goldman Sachs forecasts a more significant market adjustment by mid-2026, driven by potential U.S. tariff policies and a disconnect from fundamental demand.
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Bank of America has modestly lowered its price target on JD.com, following a similar move by DBS, as analysts revise down revenue and profit estimates for the Chinese e-commerce giant, citing weaker consumer electronics demand and scaled-back subsidy programs.
Shares of Chinese data center operator VNET Group have skyrocketed over the past year, with the majority of Wall Street analysts maintaining Buy ratings and projecting significant further upside, fueled by strong demand for digital infrastructure.
HSBC has raised its rating on New Oriental Education & Technology Group (NYSE: EDU) from 'Hold' to 'Buy', following the company's better-than-expected Q2 FY2026 results. The upgrade highlights a robust recovery in core businesses and strategic expansion into new educational initiatives.
Autonomous driving leader Pony AI partners with premium mobility provider Beijing ATBB, aiming to deploy its seventh-generation robotaxis in top-tier cities and key travel hubs, marking a significant step in China's driverless commercialization push.
Chinese autonomous driving leader WeRide has launched its proprietary general-purpose simulation model, Genesis, designed to bridge the gap between real-world data and virtual testing. The platform promises to drastically cut development time and costs for AV systems, from advanced driver-assistance features to fully autonomous robotaxis.
After two decades of trailing the S&P 500, Micron Technology's strategic pivot to high-bandwidth memory for AI data centers has catapulted it to the top of the market, with analysts forecasting a seismic shift in the memory chip industry.
From innovative financing for indie labels to major acquisitions in live events, the music business landscape is being reshaped by a series of strategic partnerships and investments unveiled over the past fortnight.
New unemployment filings in Wisconsin edged higher last week, diverging from a slight national decline and highlighting ongoing labor market fluctuations across states.
A couple earning $380,000 annually faces a classic high-cost dilemma: Should they stretch for a $1.8 million dream home now or wait? With a hefty down payment saved but significant student debt, their debate highlights the tension between future earnings potential and present financial anxiety in today's premium housing markets.
Thousands of Shiite Muslims who fled Syria following the 2024 fall of the Assad government have settled into a newly opened housing compound in northeastern Lebanon, funded by Shiite institutions and Hezbollah, offering a permanent solution after years of temporary shelter.
Damascus has declared its intention to permanently close the sprawling al-Hol and Roj displacement camps in northeast Syria, which house over 28,000 people connected to the Islamic State. The move, confirmed by officials and aid groups, sparks urgent debate about the future of detainees, including foreign nationals.
Morgan Stanley and Barclays have both lowered their price targets for Appalachian Basin natural gas leader Antero Resources (AR), citing revised commodity forecasts. Despite the cuts, Morgan Stanley maintains an 'Overweight' rating, signaling continued confidence in the stock's long-term trajectory.
Analysts at Susquehanna have raised their price target for ConocoPhillips (COP) to $115, citing a positive long-term outlook despite near-term headwinds from oversupply and soft demand. The independent energy giant also stands out for its robust dividend yield.
The leading U.S. liquefied natural gas exporter, Cheniere Energy, has declared a quarterly cash dividend of $0.555 per share, reinforcing its commitment to shareholder returns even as analysts adjust near-term price targets.
ExxonMobil has begun commercial operations of a significant carbon capture and storage venture with CF Industries in Louisiana, marking a key step in its strategy to become a leading player in the emerging CCS network along the U.S. Gulf Coast.
A former investment advisor with ties to major Wall Street firms has been sentenced to six years behind bars for orchestrating a million-dollar fraud scheme, using client funds to finance a luxury lifestyle that included high-end cars and country club memberships.
