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Benchmark Electronics Beats Street Expectations, Posts Strong Q4 Revenue and Upbeat Guidance

Benchmark Electronics (NYSE:BHE) delivered a robust fourth-quarter performance for 2025, with revenue and earnings surpassing analyst forecasts. The electronics manufacturing services provider also issued forward guidance that exceeded expectations, signaling potential momentum despite a challenging macro environment for industrial tech.

Feb 3, 2026

Business

Raymond James Doubles Down on Employee Ownership, Launches Dedicated ESOP Advisory Unit

The financial services firm has tapped industry veteran Mark Buchanan to helm a new team focused on tax-advantaged succession planning for private companies, capitalizing on growing demand for ESOP solutions.

Feb 3, 2026

Business

H&R Block Beats Q4 Revenue Forecasts, But Long-Term Growth Questions Linger

The tax preparation giant reported stronger-than-expected fourth-quarter sales, driven by its core services. However, analysts point to slowing demand trends and a challenging road ahead for the seasonal business.

Feb 3, 2026

Business

Adobe Deepens Cognizant AI Alliance, Signaling Strategic Shift Amid Market Pressures

Adobe's expanded partnership with IT services giant Cognizant aims to embed its generative AI and experience platforms deeper into enterprise workflows. While not an immediate financial catalyst, the move underscores Adobe's pivot towards large-scale, services-driven deployments as it navigates heightened competition and growth concerns.

Feb 3, 2026

Business

Coinbase Stock Slump Presents Potential Entry Point as Crypto Market Eyes Recovery

Despite a significant share price decline, analysts point to Coinbase's expanding revenue, diversified services, and massive custody assets as foundations for long-term growth, positioning the stock as a potential recovery play.

Feb 3, 2026

Business

Amgen Faces Legal Challenge Over 340B Program Withdrawal as Stock Holds Steady

Amgen is hit with a lawsuit alleging it unlawfully cut off discounted drug sales to safety-net provider Sagebrush Health Services, raising questions about patient access and compliance with federal pricing rules designed to aid vulnerable populations.

Feb 3, 2026

Business

Cactus, Inc. (NYSE:WHD) Stock Surge: Fueled by Robust Fundamentals and Strategic Reinvestment

Shares of oilfield services company Cactus, Inc. have climbed 31% in three months. A deep dive into its financial health reveals a strong Return on Equity and a disciplined reinvestment strategy as key drivers, though its growth trajectory faces industry headwinds.

Feb 3, 2026

Business

BrightView Holdings: A Tale of Two Valuations as Analysts Debate Path Forward

Shares of landscape services giant BrightView Holdings (BV) are trading near $13.80, presenting a conundrum for investors. While short-term momentum is positive, a significant divergence in valuation models—from a conservative $10.50 to a bullish $37.97—highlights the market's split view on the company's ability to convert cost savings and a strong backlog into sustained cash flow growth.

Feb 3, 2026

Business

Sector-Wide Jitters: Magnite Shares Tumble as Gartner's Weak Quarter Fuels Ad Tech Slowdown Fears

Magnite (MGNI) shares plunged over 14% Thursday, caught in a broad market selloff triggered by Gartner's disappointing Q4 results, raising fresh concerns about digital advertising and IT services demand.

Feb 3, 2026

Business

FSI Lobbies OMB on Contractor Rule, Citing Threat to Financial Advisor Independence

As a key 2026 priority, the Financial Services Institute is pressing regulators for a contractor classification rule that protects the independent advisor model, while also targeting broader legislative and enforcement reforms.

Feb 3, 2026

Business

Missouri's Bold Tax Overhaul: A Business Boon or Burden?

Missouri Governor Mike Kehoe proposes eliminating the state income tax, a move hailed as pro-growth but which critics warn could shift a heavy compliance burden onto local businesses through an expanded sales tax on digital services.

Feb 3, 2026

Business

TETRA Technologies Stock Surge Raises Valuation Questions: Is the Rally Justified?

Shares of energy services provider TETRA Technologies (NYSE: TTI) have soared over 180% in the past year, culminating in a recent multi-month rally. As the stock hovers near $12, analysts and investors are divided on whether its current price reflects future growth or has overshot fair value estimates.

Feb 3, 2026

Business

Thomson Reuters Stock Plunge Sparks Investor Debate: Undervalued Opportunity or Cause for Concern?

Shares of Thomson Reuters (TSX:TRI) have tumbled over 38% in the past year, raising questions about its valuation. A deep dive into cash flow and earnings metrics suggests the information services giant may be significantly undervalued, presenting a potential entry point for long-term investors amid broader market uncertainty.

Feb 3, 2026

Business

Clearstead Bolsters Family Office Reach with $5.1 Billion Acquisition of Seattle's Clarius Group

The strategic acquisition significantly expands Clearstead's ultra-high-net-worth services and establishes a strong foothold in the competitive Pacific Northwest wealth management market.

Feb 3, 2026

Business

AudioCodes Navigates Transition Year with Modest Growth, Bets Big on VoiceAI Future

AudioCodes reported steady but muted revenue growth for Q4 and full-year 2025, as the company continues its strategic pivot toward AI-powered cloud services. While profitability metrics faced pressure, management pointed to strong momentum in its VoiceAI and managed services segments as key drivers for future expansion.

Feb 3, 2026

World

Hapag-Lloyd and Maersk Resume Red Sea Transits Under Naval Escort, Signaling Cautious Return to Key Trade Artery

German shipping giant Hapag-Lloyd, in partnership with Maersk, is set to resume select services through the Red Sea and Suez Canal from mid-February, marking a tentative return to the vital shipping lane after a prolonged diversion due to Houthi attacks. The move, part of their new 'Gemini Cooperation,' will see vessels sail under naval protection.

Feb 3, 2026

Business

Anthropic's Legal AI Plugin Sends Shockwaves Through Market, Legal Software Stocks Tumble

The release of Anthropic's new Claude plugin for legal document review and compliance tracking has triggered a sharp sell-off in key legal software and publishing stocks, underscoring investor anxiety over AI's disruptive potential in the professional services sector.

Feb 3, 2026

World

EU Commissioner Urges "Digital Sovereignty" as Europe Seeks to Reduce Reliance on U.S. Tech Giants

Amid growing geopolitical tensions, EU Financial Services Commissioner Maria Luís Albuquerque has called for Europe to assert control over foundational technologies, highlighting cybersecurity risks and economic vulnerabilities tied to foreign tech dependence.

Feb 3, 2026

Business

The $20,000 Question: Is Your Financial Advisor's 1% Fee Draining Your $2 Million Portfolio?

A 1% annual fee on a $2 million portfolio is industry standard, but investors are waking up to the staggering long-term cost. We break down the math, the services you should expect, and the alternatives for high-net-worth individuals.

Feb 3, 2026

World

WHO Seeks $1 Billion Lifeline for 36 Global Health Crises Amid Funding Squeeze

Facing steep aid cuts, the World Health Organization launches a scaled-back $1 billion emergency appeal for 2026 to sustain essential health services across Gaza, Sudan, Ukraine and other crisis zones, warning that underfunding risks severe global consequences.

Feb 3, 2026