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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

Lemonade's Tesla-Tied Insurance Gamble Fuels a 22% January Surge

Lemonade's stock soared in January, propelled by the launch of a novel, usage-based insurance plan for Tesla vehicles that slashes premiums when Full Self-Driving is engaged, signaling a strategic pivot towards data-driven, autonomous future.

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

World

U.S. and India Forge Trade Truce, Easing Tensions but Details Remain Murky

The U.S. decision to slash tariffs on Indian goods has been met with cautious optimism by Indian industry, though analysts urge restraint until the full scope of the agreement is clarified.

Feb 3, 2026

Business

AI's Power Paradox: Fueling a Clean Energy Boom While Straining the U.S. Grid

The explosive growth of artificial intelligence and data centers is driving U.S. electricity demand to unprecedented levels, pushing consumer bills up 42% in a decade. As utilities scramble to upgrade an overburdened grid, AI itself is emerging as a critical tool to unlock next-generation power sources like fusion and geothermal energy.

Feb 3, 2026

Business

Tesla Expands Model Y Lineup with New $41,990 AWD Variant in U.S. Market

Tesla has quietly added a new all-wheel-drive configuration to its popular Model Y SUV in the United States, positioned as a mid-tier option priced at $41,990. The move continues the automaker's recent strategy of broadening its lineup with more accessible price points.

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

Nomura's Strategic Pivot: Balancing Crypto Ambitions with Shareholder Returns

Nomura Holdings announces a significant share buyback program while tightening risk controls at its digital asset unit, Laser Digital. The move signals a dual focus on immediate capital returns and long-term, regulated growth in the crypto space, as the financial giant navigates a volatile market.

Feb 3, 2026

Business

Arcellx Stock Soars 116% in Three Years: Is the Biotech Still a Buy at Current Levels?

Arcellx shares have delivered stellar multi-year gains, prompting investors to question if the rally still has room to run. A deep dive into valuation metrics reveals a complex picture, with discounted cash flow models pointing to significant upside while price-to-book ratios suggest a more cautious stance.

Feb 3, 2026

Business

Eli Lilly Bets Big on Pennsylvania Plant, Fueling Weight-Loss Drug Ambitions and Valuation Debate

Eli Lilly's $3.5 billion investment in a new Pennsylvania facility for injectable weight-loss drugs, including retatrutide, spotlights its aggressive expansion in the obesity market. This strategic move, coupled with strong analyst sentiment and upcoming earnings, intensifies focus on the company's growth trajectory and premium valuation.

Feb 3, 2026

Business

Coastal Financial's Stock Slump: A Buying Opportunity or a Sign of Deeper Trouble?

Shares of Coastal Financial (CCB) have tumbled over 13% in the past month, sparking debate among investors. While a proprietary valuation model suggests the stock is deeply undervalued, its premium P/E ratio tells a conflicting story. We examine the numbers and the broader context for regional banks.

Feb 3, 2026

Business

Stanley Black & Decker's Board Reshuffle: A Quiet Shift in Corporate Governance Strategy

Stanley Black & Decker announces key leadership changes, appointing a new General Counsel and adding fresh expertise to its board. The moves signal a deeper focus on governance and operational oversight as the company navigates its financial turnaround.

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

World

Sources: No Special ICE Operations Planned for Super Bowl Amid Heightened Immigration Tensions

U.S. immigration authorities will not conduct enforcement actions at this Sunday's Super Bowl, sources tell Reuters, as the event becomes a flashpoint in the nation's heated immigration debate.

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

Vera Therapeutics Bolsters Commercial Team with New CCO Ahead of Key Atacicept Decision

Vera Therapeutics appoints industry veteran Matt Skelton as Chief Commercial Officer, signaling a strategic pivot toward commercialization as its lead drug candidate for IgA nephropathy, atacicept, undergoes FDA Priority Review.

Feb 3, 2026

Business

Noble Corporation Secures $1.3 Billion in New Contracts, Marking Strategic Entry into Norwegian Market

Offshore drilling contractor Noble Corporation bolsters its forward workload with a series of new multi-year contracts totaling approximately $1.3 billion, headlined by a major harsh-environment rig award in Norway, signaling a strategic geographic expansion and renewed confidence in the offshore cycle.

Feb 3, 2026

Business

Musk Merges SpaceX with xAI, Unveils Vision for Orbital Data Centers

Elon Musk announces the merger of SpaceX and xAI, outlining an ambitious plan to construct solar-powered data centers in space, which he claims will become the most cost-effective source of AI computing power within years.

Feb 3, 2026

Business

Analysts Revise Werner Enterprises Outlook as Trucking Industry Shows Signs of Tightening

Werner Enterprises sees its fair value estimate raised significantly amid shifting analyst sentiment, driven by expectations of tighter truckload capacity and a potential freight market recovery.

Feb 3, 2026

Business

Hyperliquid Enters the Prediction Market Fray with New 'Outcome Trading' Proposal

Decentralized exchange Hyperliquid has unveiled a proposal to launch 'outcome trading,' a novel, fully-collateralized contract type designed to power prediction markets and bounded options, positioning itself amid a regulatory shift and growing competition in the event-based trading sector.

Feb 3, 2026