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UPS Grounds Entire MD-11 Fleet Following November Crash, Accelerating Retirement of Aging Cargo Workhorses

In a decisive move prompted by last year's fatal accident, UPS has permanently retired its entire fleet of McDonnell Douglas MD-11 freighters. The decision, incurring a $137 million charge, highlights the mounting pressures and risks within a global air cargo industry grappling with severe aircraft shortages and aging fleets.

Feb 3, 2026

Business

AppLovin Shares Tumble 30% in January Amid Short-Seller Scrutiny, AI Disruption Fears

After a stellar 2025, mobile advertising tech leader AppLovin faced a perfect storm of challenges last month, including renewed short-seller allegations, sector-wide valuation pressures, and market jitters over Google's new AI game-creation tool.

Feb 3, 2026

Business

Eldorado Gold Forges C$3.8 Billion Deal for Foran Mining, Paving Way for Major 2026 Output Boost

Eldorado Gold is set to acquire Foran Mining in an all-stock transaction valued at C$3.8 billion, aiming to create a diversified gold and copper producer with two flagship projects slated to begin production in 2026, significantly boosting its output and cash flow profile.

Feb 3, 2026

Business

Asia Markets Rebound Sharply on Tech Rally, Eyes on Earnings and Trade Tensions

Asian equities staged a strong recovery on Tuesday, with South Korea's Kospi and Japan's Nikkei leading gains as investors returned to tech stocks. The rebound follows recent volatility, with markets now focused on corporate earnings and geopolitical risks.

Feb 3, 2026

Business

Coles Group's Steady Returns Fail to Ignite Growth Engine, Analysts Look Elsewhere for Multi-Bagger Potential

Despite a respectable return on capital, Coles Group's flat performance over five years signals a mature business in a holding pattern, leading investors to question its long-term compounding potential.

Feb 3, 2026

Business

Geopolitical Thaw Fuels Gulf Markets, Spotlighting Dividend Plays for Income-Seeking Investors

A notable easing of US-Iran tensions has buoyed investor confidence across Gulf bourses, creating a favorable backdrop for stable, income-generating equities. We analyze three regional dividend stocks offering potential portfolio resilience amid shifting market dynamics.

Feb 3, 2026

Business

Korean Stock Hedging Costs Soar to Record Highs as AI Rally Stumbles

The cost to insure against swings in South Korean equities has surged to unprecedented levels relative to US markets, signaling deep investor anxiety after a historic rally fueled by AI optimism shows signs of fatigue.

Feb 3, 2026

Business

Fed's Rate Pause Sparks Internal Rift as Dissenter Warns of Faltering Labor Market

The Federal Reserve's decision to hold interest rates steady has exposed a deepening policy divide, with one governor publicly warning that inaction risks a significant deterioration in the jobs landscape.

Feb 3, 2026

Business

Dividend Showdown: Energy Transfer's High Yield vs. Enterprise Products' Steady Hand

As income investors look toward 2026, a stark choice emerges between Energy Transfer's tempting 7.1% yield and Enterprise Products Partners' quarter-century record of reliable payouts. We examine the risk-reward calculus behind the numbers.

Feb 3, 2026

Business

AbbVie's Q4 Earnings in Focus: Can the Pharma Giant Sustain Its Growth Momentum?

All eyes are on AbbVie as it prepares to release its fourth-quarter earnings. With a history of topping revenue forecasts, the market watches to see if its strategic shifts can continue to deliver amid evolving industry pressures.

Feb 3, 2026

Business

Blue Bird Set to Report Q4 Earnings: Can the School Bus Maker Extend Its Winning Streak?

Blue Bird Corporation (BLBD) is poised to release its latest quarterly results after Wednesday's market close. Investors will be watching to see if the manufacturer can maintain its pattern of outperforming Wall Street's forecasts amidst a mixed landscape for heavy equipment peers.

Feb 3, 2026

Business

PTC Earnings Preview: Can the Software Giant Sustain Its Momentum Amid Market Volatility?

As PTC prepares to release its Q4 financial results, investors are weighing its strong historical performance against a turbulent market for vertical software stocks. Here’s the breakdown.

Feb 3, 2026

Business

Tenable (TENB) Q4 Earnings Preview: Cybersecurity Firm Faces Test Amid Sector Headwinds

Tenable Holdings, a leader in exposure management, reports its fourth-quarter earnings after the bell Wednesday. All eyes will be on whether the company can maintain its track record of revenue beats against a backdrop of slowing growth forecasts and a battered cybersecurity sector.

Feb 3, 2026

Business

Amgen Ends Rocatinlimab Partnership, Refocuses Pipeline as Shares Trade at Premium

Amgen has terminated its collaboration with Kyowa Kirin on the atopic dermatitis drug rocatinlimab, handing full development rights back to the Japanese partner. The strategic shift comes as Amgen's stock trades above most fair value estimates, raising questions about its current valuation amid pipeline recalibration.

Feb 3, 2026

Business

Analysts See Crypto Winter Thawing: Bitcoin's $60K Floor Holds Key to Recovery

Compass Point Research suggests the prolonged cryptocurrency downturn may be nearing its end, with Bitcoin finding a potential bottom around $60,000-$68,000 unless broader market turmoil intervenes.

Feb 3, 2026

Business

ConocoPhillips Poised for Dividend Surge Through 2029, Wells Fargo Analysis Shows

A Wells Fargo upgrade highlights ConocoPhillips' robust cash flow trajectory and strategic projects, positioning the energy giant for significant dividend growth over the next five years.

Feb 3, 2026

Business

Palantir Soars on AI-Driven Earnings, CEO Karp Warns of 'Enormous Political Pressure'

Palantir Technologies' stock surged after hours as the data analytics firm reported record quarterly results, fueled by its AI platform. CEO Alex Karp hailed an 'iconic' performance while warning that the company's dominance creates societal and political tensions.

Feb 3, 2026

US

Medical Examiner Rules Minneapolis ICU Nurse's Death a Homicide, Contradicts Official Account

The Hennepin County Medical Examiner has ruled the death of Alex Pretti, a 37-year-old nurse shot by federal agents during a Minneapolis immigration protest, a homicide by multiple gunshot wounds, as witness accounts and footage challenge the official narrative of the incident.

Feb 3, 2026

Business

Eli Lilly Poised for Q4 Earnings Report Amid Weight-Loss Drug Frenzy

The pharmaceutical giant is set to release quarterly results before the bell Wednesday, with Wall Street anticipating another period of blockbuster revenue growth driven by its GLP-1 drugs.

Feb 3, 2026

Business

Matrix Service Q4 Earnings Preview: Can the Industrial Contractor Sustain Momentum?

Matrix Service Company (MTRX) is set to release its fourth-quarter financial results after the market closes Wednesday. Investors will be watching to see if the industrial construction firm can meet elevated revenue forecasts and translate top-line growth into stronger profitability.

Feb 3, 2026