While Oriental Interest Berhad (KLSE:OIB) posted impressive headline earnings, a deeper look reveals significant share dilution is eroding per-share value and may explain the stock's muted market reaction.
The visual discovery platform Pinterest is cutting up to 15% of its global workforce as part of a strategic shift toward AI development, a move that has reignited concerns among its user base about the proliferation of AI-generated images flooding the platform.
President Trump's nomination of former Fed Governor Kevin Warsh to lead the central bank has ignited market speculation over the future path of interest rates, with analysts divided on whether his leadership would mean more cuts or a return to hawkish restraint.
After years of lackluster performance, Digistar Corporation Berhad (KLSE:DIGISTA) is showing early signs of a operational turnaround, marked by a notable improvement in its return on capital employed. While still trailing the industry average, the shift from losses to profitability on a reduced capital base offers a glimmer of hope for the battered stock.
As a Utah murder trial resumes, defense attorneys are pressing to remove the entire county prosecutor's office from the case, arguing the presence of a lead attorney's child at the crime scene creates an untenable conflict. Legal experts weigh the high bar for such motions.
U.S. oil giants ExxonMobil and Chevron hinted at a potential future role in Venezuela's energy revival during earnings calls, emphasizing the need for legal stability and clearer political outcomes before any major commitments. While sanctions ease and new legislation emerges, the path to significant investment remains long and fraught with uncertainty.
As the Federal Reserve signals potential rate cuts, income-focused investors are re-evaluating their portfolios. We analyze seven dividend ETFs that offer resilient income streams and capital appreciation potential when bond yields decline.
Hershey (HSY) shares are drawing renewed attention from Wall Street as upbeat earnings sentiment converges with the launch of its innovative Jolly Rancher Heat Wave Gummies. While recent momentum is strong, valuation metrics present a complex picture for the iconic confectioner.
While savings accounts offer safety and liquidity, experts warn that historically low interest rates are silently eroding purchasing power. We examine the risks of idle cash and explore strategies to protect—and grow—your nest egg.
Footwear and accessories distributor Weyco Group is demonstrating a compelling financial trend: improving returns on its invested capital alongside increased reinvestment. This dual engine, analysts note, is a classic hallmark of companies capable of compounding value over time.
Amid broader market uncertainty, companies with high insider ownership and robust earnings forecasts can signal aligned interests and resilience. We examine three such UK-listed firms, from a gold miner to a convenience food giant, where those running the show have significant personal stakes.
Kirby Corporation (KEX), a leading tank barge operator, is attracting significant institutional capital amid strong quarterly results and optimistic guidance, with its stock rising 11% year-to-date.
In a market fixated on tech giants, savvy investors are looking to regional financial institutions for sustainable growth. We analyze two banks with strong momentum and one where caution may be warranted, against a backdrop of shifting interest rates and economic uncertainty.
Atlassian confronts a mounting identity theft campaign targeting its systems while rival Anthropic launches a competing AI collaboration tool, adding pressure to a stock already down over 50% in the past year.
PGIM India Asset Management, the underperforming local arm of the U.S. financial giant, has drawn acquisition interest from domestic rivals Groww and Edelweiss as its parent considers an exit from the competitive market.
Truist Securities raises its price target on Huntington Bancshares (HBAN) following a robust Q4 performance, as the regional bank forecasts record interest income growth and benefits from improving industry tailwinds.
Despite a 35% monthly plunge, Hedera's HBAR shows signs of underlying buyer interest through key technical divergences. However, a critical shift in exchange flows threatens to delay any near-term price rebound, leaving the token at a pivotal juncture.
As financial institutions grapple with aging core systems like Gen, experts warn that deferring modernization in hopes of a future AI fix is compounding costs, risks, and missed opportunities in a rapidly evolving digital landscape.
While OceanFirst Financial (OCFC) has kept pace with the market, analysts highlight concerns over its weak net interest income growth, modest earnings expansion, and a projected decline in tangible book value. The search for value shifts focus elsewhere.
While often operating behind the scenes, industrial companies are the engine of the U.S. economy. Bolstered by a favorable interest rate environment, the sector has surged 18.8% in the last six months, significantly outpacing the S&P 500. We analyze two firms with durable competitive edges and one that may be losing momentum.
