Reports of U.S. officials meeting with Alberta independence advocates have ignited a diplomatic row, as Canada's western province weighs a contentious push for sovereignty with an eye toward Washington.
The U.S. military and civilian leaders of Washington's flagship Gaza mission are departing, with successors unannounced, as European allies reassess their participation and questions mount over the initiative's future direction.
German American Bancorp (NASDAQ:GABC) announces a dividend increase to $0.31 per share, reflecting confidence in its earnings trajectory and commitment to shareholder returns amidst a stable banking outlook.
Despite recent market turbulence, a surge in eurozone business confidence is spotlighting companies where high insider ownership aligns management with shareholder interests. We examine three such firms poised for growth.
Mining giant Rio Tinto and state-owned Aluminum Corporation of China (Chalco) have entered a definitive agreement to acquire a controlling 68.6% stake in Brazil's Companhia Brasileira de Alumínio (CBA) from Votorantim, valuing the deal at approximately $902.6 million. The move signals a major consolidation in the global low-carbon aluminum sector.
Amidst a backdrop of market uncertainty, investors are turning their attention to resilient companies with strong fundamentals. We spotlight three lesser-known European firms—from construction tech to cybersecurity and fashion retail—that are demonstrating robust growth and strategic positioning for the year ahead.
Amidst market turbulence, European investors are turning to high-yield dividend stocks for income stability. We examine three companies offering compelling payouts, weighing their potential rewards against inherent risks.
Linde plc (LIN) shares have shown consistent upward momentum, closing recently at $455. While short-term performance is strong, a deeper valuation analysis reveals a complex picture, with divergent views on whether the stock is a bargain or fully priced.
In a significant tactical shift, Islamist militants from the Islamic State West Africa Province (ISWAP) utilized armed drones in a pre-dawn assault on a Nigerian military base in Borno state, resulting in multiple casualties. The attack underscores the growing sophistication of insurgent groups in the region's long-running conflict.
As data center demand surges, NextEra Energy emerges as a critical, and often overlooked, infrastructure player. Its partnerships with tech titans like Meta and Google highlight a strategic pivot in the energy sector.
Initial unemployment filings in Pennsylvania fell last week, contributing to a stable national picture, though sharp swings in other states highlight ongoing regional volatility.
While regional tensions and market volatility capture headlines, a closer look reveals resilient companies with strong fundamentals. Driven by robust earnings and strategic positioning, select stocks in sectors from renewable energy to infrastructure present compelling cases for value-oriented investors navigating the complex landscape of early 2026.
A recent downgrade of Enbridge Inc. by J.P. Morgan analysts has intensified the debate over the pipeline giant's ability to balance future growth with its prized dividend stability, as macroeconomic headwinds pressure its core crude oil segment.
Levi Strauss & Co. (LEVI) posted stronger-than-expected full-year 2025 results, driven by organic growth and a strategic shift towards direct-to-consumer sales. Yet, with a muted stock performance year-to-date, investors are questioning if the iconic denim maker's transformation story is fully priced in.
A revised price target for Rithm Capital (NYSE: RITM) has prompted a fresh look at the mortgage REIT's prospects, with analysts weighing its strategic shifts against a complex macroeconomic backdrop.
Voyager Technologies has commenced a significant expansion of its defense manufacturing facility in Pueblo, Colorado, marking one of the region's largest military-industrial investments in recent years. The project aims to bolster domestic production for missile defense and munitions, integrating advanced automation and AI-driven logistics.
The U.S. dollar and Treasury yields advanced amid reports President Trump is set to nominate former Fed Governor Kevin Warsh as the next central bank chief, a choice markets interpret as leaning hawkish and likely to slow the pace of interest rate cuts.
Hubbell Incorporated's stock has surged over 11% in the past month, closing near $498 and prompting a fresh debate among analysts over whether its current price fully reflects future growth potential amidst industry headwinds.
Real Matters Inc. (TSE: REAL) kicked off its 2026 fiscal year with robust double-digit revenue growth and a return to profitability, defying typical seasonal headwinds. The company's performance was fueled by market share gains, new client launches, and improved operational efficiency across its U.S. and Canadian segments.
Champion Iron reports steady Q3 operational performance with improved costs and significant progress on its high-grade DRPF project. The company also details the fully-financed plan to acquire Norway's Rana Gruber, aiming to strengthen its foothold in the European steelmaking market.
