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Business

Aon's €260M Climate Fund Fuels Investor Debate: Strategic Pivot or Valuation Stretch?

Aon plc (NYSE: AON) is in the spotlight following the launch of a major emerging markets climate transition fund with Irish Life Investment Managers. The move expands its sustainable investment footprint to over €1 billion as analysts scrutinize whether its current share price fully reflects future growth prospects amid a mixed performance backdrop.

Jan 30, 2026

World

EU's Green Transition at Risk as Critical Raw Materials Strategy Falters, Auditors Warn

A damning report from the EU's financial watchdog reveals the bloc's struggle to secure the minerals essential for its climate goals, highlighting failed trade deals, stalled recycling, and persistent over-reliance on external suppliers.

Feb 2, 2026

Business

Weyerhaeuser Navigates Brutal Lumber Markets, Bets on Land and Climate for Growth

Despite posting a quarterly loss in its core wood products unit amid 'extremely challenging' markets, Weyerhaeuser closed 2025 with strategic pivots. The forestry giant is doubling down on its land management and nascent 'Climate Solutions' business, while managing a disciplined capital return to shareholders.

Jan 31, 2026

Business

Tax Season Headaches Ahead: IRS Staffing Cuts and New Laws Threaten Refund Delays

A perfect storm of deep personnel cuts, leadership instability, and sweeping tax code changes is set to challenge the IRS during the upcoming filing season, potentially slowing refunds for millions. Experts advise electronic filing and direct deposit to navigate the hurdles.

Feb 2, 2026

Business

Global Public Sector Gets Its Own Climate Disclosure Rulebook

IPSASB unveils the world's first dedicated climate reporting standard for governments and public bodies, mandating disclosures from 2028 to illuminate financial risks and opportunities.

Feb 2, 2026

World

Europe's $955 Billion Recovery Fund Faces Uphill Battle to Deliver Lasting Economic Transformation

As the EU's landmark 'Next Generation' fund nears its final payout deadlines, its ambitious goal of modernizing the bloc's economy is being hampered by bureaucracy, skills gaps, and questions over long-term sustainability, despite pockets of innovation.

Feb 2, 2026

US

ICE Funding Dispute Sparks Government Shutdown Showdown, Khanna Urges Democratic Resistance

As a partial government shutdown enters its third day, Rep. Ro Khanna (D-Calif.) is rallying House Democrats to reject a reopening bill, arguing it would endorse controversial ICE tactics. The standoff centers on separating Homeland Security funding from other agencies.

Feb 2, 2026

Business

Earnings Season Showdown: How Tech Giants Are Funding the AI Arms Race

This week's Big Tech earnings revealed a stark divide: companies using existing cash cows to fund AI ambitions versus those betting the farm on a future payoff. The market's patience for visionary spending is wearing thin, demanding concrete timelines and a path to profit.

Jan 30, 2026

World

UN Faces 'Imminent Financial Collapse' as U.S. Withholds Funds, Guterres Warns

Secretary-General Antonio Guterres has issued a stark warning that the United Nations is at risk of running out of cash by July, citing a deepening funding crisis exacerbated by withheld U.S. contributions and systemic budgetary pressures.

Jan 30, 2026

Business

Golden Dome Funding Clears Congress, But Pentagon's $23B Missile Defense Plan Remains a Mystery

Congress has approved $23 billion in initial funding for the ambitious Golden Dome missile defense initiative, yet the absence of a detailed spending blueprint from the Pentagon is stalling progress and clouding investment prospects for 2026.

Jan 30, 2026

Business

Fiserv Shares Tumble as Hotchkis & Wiley Fund Flags Payment Giant as a Top Detractor

The Hotchkis & Wiley Large Cap Disciplined Value Fund identified financial technology leader Fiserv as a significant underperformer in its Q4 2025 letter, amid a broader market rally driven by tech. The fund's critique comes as Fiserv shares have shed over 70% of their value in the past year.

Jan 30, 2026

Business

MicroStrategy's Bitcoin Bet Sinks Underwater, Raising Questions on Funding Strategy

MicroStrategy's massive Bitcoin holdings have fallen below their average purchase price, resulting in over $900 million in paper losses. This development intensifies scrutiny on the company's reliance on equity markets to fund its crypto acquisitions as financial conditions tighten.

Feb 2, 2026

World

IRS 'Where's My Refund' Tool Now Live for 2025 Filings, Offering Real-Time Tracking for 2026 Refunds

The Internal Revenue Service's free online tracker is now active for taxpayers who have filed their 2025 returns, providing daily updates on refund status and estimated deposit dates for 2026.

Feb 2, 2026

Stanford Duo Secures $2M to Launch National Student Startup Accelerator, Aims to Bridge Funding Gap

Two Stanford graduate students have raised $2 million to launch Breakthrough Ventures, a nationwide accelerator designed to fund and mentor student-founded companies, addressing the historic lack of capital and networks for young entrepreneurs.

Feb 2, 2026

Business

SiriusXM Faces Investor Skepticism as Major Fund Trims $3 Million Stake Amid Stock Slump

A notable investment fund has significantly reduced its position in Sirius XM Holdings, reflecting growing concerns over the audio giant's growth trajectory and competitive challenges, even as the company maintains strong cash generation.

Feb 2, 2026

Business

Crypto Funds Bleed $1.7 Billion as Hawkish Fed Fears Trigger Market Retreat

Digital asset investment products have recorded a second straight week of heavy outflows, with U.S.-listed funds leading the sell-off. Analysts point to market jitters over a potential policy shift at the Federal Reserve following a key nomination by President Trump.

Feb 2, 2026

Business

Carbon Markets Veteran Ryan King Joins Climate Impact Partners as Chief Growth Officer

Climate Impact Partners bolsters its leadership team with the appointment of Ryan King, former CCO of carbon removal firm Undo Carbon, signaling aggressive expansion plans in the evolving voluntary carbon market.

Feb 2, 2026

Business

Hedge Fund AIGH Capital Exits Entire MaxLinear Stake in $17.8 Million Sale

AIGH Capital Management has liquidated its entire position in semiconductor firm MaxLinear, a move that coincides with the chipmaker's recent strong quarterly earnings report, raising questions about the fund's strategy.

Feb 2, 2026

Business

Tax Refund 2026: Tracking Your Money, Understanding Delays, and What the New Tax Law Means for You

With the 2025 tax filing season now open, millions of Americans are looking ahead to their 2026 refunds. We break down how to track your payment, expected wait times, and the potential impact of recent legislation on your bottom line.

Feb 2, 2026

Business

Apis Flagship Fund Outperforms in Q4 2025, Cites Stock Picks and Strategy

The Apis Flagship Fund reported robust quarterly and annual gains for 2025, significantly beating global benchmarks. While highlighting its performance drivers, the fund's investor letter also discussed its position on gene therapy firm uniQure (QURE).

Feb 2, 2026