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Craft Spirits Consolidation: Kentucky's Casey Jones Distillery Acquired by Multi-State Beverage Group B3

Amidst a turbulent period for craft distilling, the founders of Casey Jones Distillery in Hopkinsville, KY, have sold their bourbon and moonshine operation to Pennsylvania-based B3 Beverage Company, securing the legacy of a family-run business while joining a growing portfolio of craft breweries and distilleries.

Feb 2, 2026

Business

Disney's Leadership Crossroads: Can New CEO Navigate a Shifting Media Landscape?

As Bob Iger steps aside, incoming CEO Josh D'Amaro inherits a media giant facing stagnant growth, a challenged streaming division, and intense sector consolidation. Analysts debate whether a strategic overhaul or a potential sale offers the best path forward for the House of Mouse.

Feb 2, 2026

Business

Iger's Farewell: Disney's Theme Parks and Entertainment Units Vie for Top Profit Crown

As Bob Iger prepares to step down, he highlights a 'healthy competition' between Disney's resurgent parks and its entertainment division to become the company's primary profit driver, with the board close to naming his successor.

Feb 2, 2026

Business

Earnings Season Heats Up: Tech Giants, Pharma Leaders Set to Report Amid Heightened Volatility

A pivotal week for markets unfolds as Amazon, Alphabet, AMD, and Disney headline a packed earnings calendar. With implied volatility spiking, option traders brace for significant moves across sectors.

Feb 2, 2026

Business

Disney's Iger: No Need for More IP Acquisitions Amid Warner Bros. Discovery Bidding War

Disney CEO Bob Iger says the fierce competition for Warner Bros. Discovery highlights the 'tremendous value' of Disney's existing franchises, while reaffirming the company's focus on organic IP creation over further major acquisitions.

Feb 2, 2026

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IBM Bolsters Enterprise AI Strategy with New Platform, Key Partnership, and PepsiCo CEO Joining Board

IBM intensifies its focus on the enterprise AI market with the launch of its governed deployment platform, a strategic collaboration with e& for regulated sectors, and the appointment of PepsiCo's Ramon Laguarta to its board of directors.

Feb 2, 2026

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Curreen Capital's 'Ugly Duckling' Strategy Delivers 31% Gain, Eyes VF Corp Amid Apparel Giant's Slump

Investment firm Curreen Capital posted strong 2025 results, crediting its focus on undervalued 'ugly duckling' stocks. The fund's latest letter spotlights VF Corporation (VFC), the embattled owner of Vans and The North Face, as a potential turnaround play despite its shares falling over 20% in the past year.

Feb 2, 2026

Business

Retirement Income Boost: Five Dividend Kings Defy Expectations With Strong Q4 Earnings

Amid market volatility, five established companies with long histories of dividend payments—known as 'Dividend Kings'—have reported better-than-expected fourth-quarter results, offering retirees potential sources of reliable passive income.

Feb 2, 2026

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SpaceX-Tesla Merger Speculation Fuels Investor Frenzy Amid AI Ambitions

Tesla shares have surged nearly 40% in six months, driven by robotaxi and Optimus robot prospects. Now, swirling rumors of a potential merger with Elon Musk's SpaceX are adding rocket fuel to investor optimism, though analysts urge caution amid sky-high valuations.

Feb 2, 2026

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Associated British Foods: A Share Price Slump Masks Solid Fundamentals

Despite a 14% share price decline over the past quarter, Associated British Foods (LON:ABF) demonstrates robust underlying financial health, driven by strong earnings growth and efficient capital reinvestment, suggesting potential for a market correction.

Feb 2, 2026

Business

Sony's Stock Slump: A Buying Opportunity or a Sign of Deeper Challenges?

Sony Group shares have retreated sharply from recent highs, down over 16% year-to-date. As investors weigh the dip against strong long-term performance, analysis reveals a complex valuation picture where traditional metrics and forward-looking narratives diverge.

Feb 2, 2026

Business

Disney Beats Q4 Revenue Forecasts as Theme Parks and Streaming Drive Growth

The Walt Disney Company (NYSE:DIS) reported stronger-than-expected fourth-quarter revenue of $25.98 billion, a 5.2% year-over-year increase, with adjusted earnings per share also surpassing analyst estimates. The results highlight resilience in its Experiences and Entertainment segments amid ongoing industry challenges.

Feb 2, 2026

Business

UK's The Tofoo Co. Acquires German Plant-Based Pioneer Topas, Eyes European Expansion

In a strategic move to diversify its portfolio and strengthen its European footprint, UK-based The Tofoo Co., backed by private equity, has acquired German seitan specialist Topas, owner of the Wheaty brand.

Feb 2, 2026

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Scotiabank Trims Comcast Price Target Amid Broadband Subscriber Losses, Intensifying Competition

Scotiabank has lowered its price target for Comcast (CMCSA), reflecting ongoing pressure in its core broadband business as the media giant reports higher-than-expected customer losses in Q4 and faces fierce competition from fiber and fixed-wireless rivals.

Feb 2, 2026

Business

Why Small Investors Hold an Edge Over Buffett's Berkshire Hathaway

Warren Buffett once admitted that managing a smaller pool of capital can be a 'huge structural advantage.' For retail investors, this isn't just theory—it's a practical edge in accessing high-growth opportunities that are now out of reach for the investing giant.

Feb 2, 2026

Business

Zegna's Direct-to-Consumer Pivot Fuels Growth, Offsets Wholesale Retreat in 2025

The Ermenegildo Zegna Group reported a 1.1% organic revenue increase to €1.91 billion for 2025, powered by robust DTC performance. While annual sales dipped slightly on a reported basis, a strong fourth-quarter acceleration signals the payoff of its strategic channel shift.

Feb 2, 2026

Business

Disney Posts Strong Q1 Earnings Amid CEO Succession Speculation

The Walt Disney Company exceeded Wall Street expectations in its fiscal first quarter, delivering robust results across its entertainment, experiences, and streaming divisions as longtime CEO Bob Iger prepares to hand over the reins later this year.

Feb 2, 2026

Business

Industrial Sector Outperforms, But These 3 Stocks Face Headwinds

The industrial sector has been a quiet powerhouse, outpacing the broader market. Yet, amid the rally, some prominent names carry significant risks that warrant a closer look from investors.

Feb 2, 2026

Business

Three Small-Cap Stocks Raising Red Flags for Investors

While small-cap stocks can offer significant upside due to market inefficiencies, their operational challenges often hinder sustainable growth. We examine three companies where underlying risks may outweigh the potential rewards.

Feb 2, 2026

Business

Amber Beverage Group Seeks Legal Shield for Latvian Operations Amid Financial Strain

The spirits giant files for legal protection for its production and warehouse assets in Latvia, citing cash flow pressures from geopolitical fallout and market headwinds, while assuring global sales remain unaffected.

Feb 2, 2026