As internet restrictions ease, harrowing testimonies emerge from Iran detailing a coordinated, lethal state response to recent protests, with survivors describing indiscriminate live fire, overwhelmed hospitals, and a grim toll on civilians.
Ripple has released 1 billion XRP tokens from escrow, valued at approximately $1.63 billion, as part of its scheduled monthly treasury management. While a portion has been re-locked, $500 million worth is earmarked for potential company operations this month, raising questions about market absorption amid a broader crypto downturn.
The Texas-born travel center giant Buc-ee's is renowned for massive stores and spotless restrooms. But its most disruptive industry practice might be its pay scale, which far exceeds typical convenience store wages and fuels intense competition for jobs.
Ukrainian President Zelenskiy notes a 24-hour pause in targeted Russian strikes on energy grids, yet civilian casualties mount in frontline regions. The reported lull follows a disputed, short-term truce brokered by the U.S., as both sides prepare for talks in Abu Dhabi.
A Russian drone strike targeted a bus carrying coal miners in central Ukraine, killing at least a dozen workers hours after Kyiv announced a postponement of diplomatic negotiations. The attack, condemned as a deliberate strike on civilians, marks one of the deadliest single incidents for Ukraine's energy sector since the invasion began.
The vital Rafah border crossing between Gaza and Egypt has partially reopened for a trial period, allowing a restricted number of Palestinian civilians to cross. This move implements a key provision of the U.S.-mediated ceasefire, though severe limitations and high costs cast doubt on its immediate humanitarian impact.
Brunswick Corporation posted revenue and profit above Wall Street forecasts for Q4, yet its stock faced investor skepticism. While CEO David Foulkes pointed to stabilizing boating participation and strong segment execution, analyst questions during the earnings call revealed lingering concerns over retail-to-wholesale conversion, tariff impacts, and macroeconomic pressures.
The European Commission has decided not to designate Apple Maps and Apple Ads as 'gatekeeper' services under the landmark Digital Markets Act, citing their limited market impact in the region.
ResMed's robust Q4 results, driven by surging mask demand and digital health growth, set the stage for pointed analyst inquiries on supply chain resilience, GLP-1 impacts, and competitive positioning.
Ameriprise Financial reported robust fourth-quarter results driven by advisor strength and platform investments. As shares rally post-earnings, analysts are focusing on key questions around recruitment momentum, technology payoffs, and the impact of its new Signature Wealth platform.
ManpowerGroup's Q4 2025 results beat revenue expectations, driven by strong enterprise demand in key markets and cost discipline. While margins remain pressured, management points to sequential improvements. Analysts on the earnings call focused on the pace of the permanent hiring recovery, AI's impact, and regional momentum.
As Russia intensifies winter attacks on Ukraine's energy infrastructure, negotiators from both sides, with U.S. envoys present, continue high-stakes talks seeking a path to end the nearly four-year war, despite a reported surge in civilian casualties.
Prudential Financial's solid 2025 results were overshadowed by a misconduct scandal in its Japan unit, prompting a voluntary 90-day sales halt and a projected $300-$350 million earnings impact for 2026. CEO Andy Sullivan vowed to restore trust as the insurer navigates regulatory scrutiny and revamps its sales practices.
As the S&P 500 hovers near record highs, a confluence of factors—stretched valuations, the economic impact of tariffs, and the uncertainty of midterm elections—points to heightened volatility and potential downturns in 2026, historical analysis suggests.
In one of the deadliest attacks in Nigeria this year, armed assailants stormed two villages in Kwara state, killing scores of civilians and burning homes to the ground. The assault underscores the alarming spread of the country's overlapping security crises beyond their traditional strongholds.
Sony Group revised its annual profit forecast upward, as a favorable exchange rate helps offset challenges from slowing PlayStation 5 sales and a global memory chip shortage. The company remains cautious on tariff impacts and potential hardware delays.
Catastrophic flooding across southern and central Mozambique has claimed over 150 lives and impacted nearly 800,000 people, submerging towns, destroying vital farmland, and testing the limits of disaster response in one of the world's most climate-vulnerable nations.
NVIDIA Corporation's strategic positioning at the center of the AI infrastructure boom continues to draw bullish investor sentiment. Analysts point to robust free cash flow growth, massive projected revenue from new platforms, and the enduring impact of AI scaling laws as key drivers for long-term value.
Homebuilding giant Lennar is pursuing a dual strategy to stimulate growth: exploring a massive, investor-backed 'Trump Homes' rent-to-own initiative and expanding its active-adult communities. While these moves target critical housing market segments, their near-term financial impact remains uncertain amid broader industry headwinds.
The Washington Post, owned by Jeff Bezos, has initiated sweeping layoffs affecting up to a third of its workforce, including hundreds in the newsroom. The cuts, impacting all departments, mark a profound shift for the 147-year-old institution as it grapples with steep financial losses and a declining subscriber base.
