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AI Model Projects Cloudflare Stock Could See Near-Term Pullback, Despite Long-Term Edge Computing Optimism

An AI-driven analysis suggests Cloudflare (NET) shares may face headwinds over the next two months, projecting an average price near $168. The forecast contrasts with bullish long-term analyst views, highlighting the tension between immediate technical signals and the company's strategic positioning in edge security and AI infrastructure.

Feb 2, 2026

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Data Blackout: Government Shutdown Delays Key Jobs Report, Clouding Fed's Rate Cut Path

A partial government shutdown has forced the Bureau of Labor Statistics to postpone the critical January jobs report, leaving Federal Reserve policymakers without a key dataset as they weigh potential interest rate cuts ahead of their March meeting.

Feb 2, 2026

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Winter Storm Fern Exposes Grid Fragility: A Million Outages Reignite Infrastructure Debate

The severe winter storm Fern, leaving nearly a million customers without power, has starkly highlighted the U.S. electrical grid's persistent vulnerabilities. This comes despite repeated warnings from reliability monitors about the system's growing strain.

Feb 2, 2026

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Microsoft's Recent Dip Presents Options Opportunity for Value Investors

As Microsoft shares trade nearly 12% below recent highs, some analysts see a buying opportunity. We explore how selling put options could offer investors a strategic entry point while generating income.

Feb 2, 2026

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PlayStudios Shares Tumble as Google's AI 'Project Genie' Rattles Gaming Sector

Shares of PlayStudios fell sharply amid a broad gaming stock sell-off triggered by Google's unveiling of a real-time 3D world-generating AI, raising fears of industry disruption.

Feb 2, 2026

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Netflix Consolidates Leadership: Elizabeth Stone Ascends to Dual Role as Chief Product and Technology Officer

In a strategic move to unify its product and technology vision, Netflix has elevated CTO Elizabeth Stone to the newly created role of Chief Product and Technology Officer. The promotion places her at the helm of the streaming giant's core product, engineering, and data divisions.

Feb 2, 2026

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UPS Dividend Safety Comes at a Cost: Strategic Shifts Raise Questions for Future Growth

UPS's ambitious free cash flow target for 2026 appears to secure its hefty dividend, but a closer look reveals reliance on asset sales, deep cost cuts, and reduced capital investment—a strategy that may be mortgaging its long-term expansion.

Feb 2, 2026

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iRhythm's Reset: Analysts Recalibrate Price Targets Amid Shifting Market Sentiment

A significant reset in analyst price targets for iRhythm Holdings (IRTC) is prompting investors to reassess the cardiac monitoring firm's risk-reward profile. This shift reflects evolving views on reimbursement headwinds, competitive pressures, and long-term growth catalysts in the digital health sector.

Feb 2, 2026

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Jim Cramer Calls ServiceNow a 'Tremendous Company,' But Labels Its Stock a 'Nightmare'

CNBC's Jim Cramer offered a mixed review of ServiceNow, praising its management and cloud platform while expressing deep frustration with the stock's recent performance, calling it a 'nightmare' for investors.

Feb 2, 2026

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Jim Cramer Touts Rio Tinto as a 'Haven' Amid Global Uncertainty

CNBC's Jim Cramer reaffirmed his bullish stance on Rio Tinto, highlighting the mining giant's role as a strategic hedge against geopolitical and economic volatility during the show's Lightning Round.

Feb 2, 2026

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Cramer Touts IBM as a Value Play in the AI Boom, Citing Strong Earnings and Room to Grow

CNBC's Jim Cramer highlighted International Business Machines Corp. (IBM) as a standout AI investment with a relatively modest valuation, following a robust quarterly report that sent shares soaring.

Feb 2, 2026

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Epstein's Final Blueprint: Secret Trust Reveals $630M Fortune Destined for 43 Names, Including Fiancée

A long-sealed financial document, signed by Jeffrey Epstein days before his death, details plans to bequeath his vast estate to a circle of associates, with his then-girlfriend Karyna Shuliak positioned to inherit $100 million and multiple properties in contemplation of marriage.

Feb 2, 2026

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The Accountability Gap: As Banking Decisions Accelerate, Governance Struggles to Keep Pace

The rapid adoption of algorithmic decision-making in UK banks has created a critical lag in oversight and accountability structures, leaving institutions exposed to risks that traditional governance models are ill-equipped to manage.

Feb 2, 2026

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Goldman Sachs Bets $75 Million on AI Audit Startup Fieldguide, Eyeing Professional Services Shift

Goldman Sachs' investment arm leads a major funding round in Fieldguide, an AI platform for auditors and accountants, signaling a strategic push into the automation of professional services and a potential new growth vector for the Wall Street giant.

Feb 2, 2026

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Netflix-Warner Bros. Merger: A Streamlined Future for Viewers and Creators?

Amid subscription fatigue and market fragmentation, the proposed union of Netflix and Warner Bros. Discovery is framed not as a threat to competition, but as a necessary consolidation to compete with tech giants and refocus value on consumers.

Feb 2, 2026

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Disney Poised to Elevate Parks Chief Josh D’Amaro to CEO, Succeeding Bob Iger

Sources indicate Disney's board is finalizing plans to appoint theme parks chairman Josh D’Amaro as the company's next chief executive, concluding a lengthy succession search. The move would place the profitable parks division veteran at the helm of the global entertainment giant.

Feb 2, 2026

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SoFi Stock Dips Below $25: A Buying Opportunity or a Sign of Caution?

As SoFi Technologies' stock price retreats from recent highs, investors are weighing the fintech's strong growth against its premium valuation in a volatile market.

Feb 2, 2026

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Seeking Shelter in Dividends: Three ASX Stocks for a Turbulent February 2026

With interest rate uncertainty and global headwinds buffeting markets, income-focused investors are turning to dividend-paying stocks for potential stability. We examine three ASX-listed companies offering yields above 3%, assessing their resilience in the current climate.

Feb 2, 2026

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New EPA Refrigerant Rule Takes Effect, Casting Wider Net for Facility Compliance

A sweeping federal mandate now requires leak monitoring and repair for appliances containing as little as 15 pounds of HFCs, significantly lowering the previous threshold and placing new operational burdens on countless facilities.

Feb 2, 2026

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Delaware Supreme Court Slashes Tesla Legal Fee Award by $100M, Musk Hails Decision

The Delaware Supreme Court has dramatically reduced the legal fees awarded to attorneys in a shareholder lawsuit against Tesla's board, cutting the sum from $176.1 million to $70.9 million. The ruling, which cited an overvaluation of the settlement, prompted a pointed response from CEO Elon Musk.

Feb 2, 2026