Following the UK Prime Minister's visit to Beijing, China has agreed to slash tariffs on UK-produced whiskies from 10% to 5%, a move welcomed by the industry as a potential catalyst for growth in a key premium market.
Alphabet's stock surge, driven by its successful integration of AI, has investors weighing whether its current valuation still offers a compelling entry point for long-term growth.
American Express reported a 10.6% year-over-year revenue increase to $17.57 billion for the fourth quarter of 2025, yet missed Wall Street's sales expectations. Earnings per share of $3.53 met analyst consensus estimates.
Meta Platforms is charting an unprecedented course in capital investment, with plans to spend up to $135 billion by 2026 to build the infrastructure for AI 'superintelligence.' The staggering sum highlights the scale of Big Tech's arms race and raises questions about long-term returns.
A landmark trade agreement secured during Prime Minister Keir Starmer's visit to Beijing will see Chinese import duties on Scotch whisky cut from 10% to 5%, effective immediately. The move, hailed by industry leaders, is projected to inject £250 million into the UK economy and boost competitiveness in a key growth market.
A wave of insider selling at AutoZone over the past year, totaling $15 million, has drawn investor scrutiny. While the transactions occurred near current share prices, the scale of divestment compared to minimal buying prompts a closer look at the auto parts retailer's prospects.
President Trump's nomination of former Fed Governor Kevin Warsh to lead the central bank is seen as a pivotal test of its political independence, potentially aligning monetary policy more closely with White House objectives.
A fatal shark attack on a 13-year-old boy at a popular Brazilian beach has reignited concerns over coastal safety and led authorities to expand monitoring efforts along Pernambuco's coastline.
Iran has announced plans to designate the armed forces of European Union member states as terrorist organizations, a direct response to the EU's blacklisting of the Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps. The escalation marks a new low in diplomatic relations and raises fears of further regional instability.
In its Q4 2025 letter, Greenlight Capital revealed a new position in dental distributor Henry Schein (HSIC), arguing the stock presents an opportunity for operational improvement and shareholder returns, despite recent underperformance.
A campaign-trail proposal to temporarily cap credit card interest at 10% could offer significant savings for millions of borrowers, but experts warn of potential unintended consequences for credit access and long-term financial health.
Panama's President Jose Raul Mulino has moved to calm market and labor fears following a landmark Supreme Court ruling that annulled key port contracts held by a CK Hutchison subsidiary. He announced that APM Terminals Panama is prepared to step in temporarily to ensure continuity, with a guarantee of no job losses.
South Africa has ordered Israel's deputy ambassador to leave the country, declaring him persona non grata in a significant diplomatic escalation reflecting Pretoria's strong stance on the war in Gaza.
South Africa has declared Israel's deputy ambassador persona non grata, giving him 72 hours to depart, citing "unacceptable" diplomatic violations and insulting social media posts targeting President Ramaphosa. The move escalates tensions already frayed by South Africa's genocide case against Israel at the UN's top court.
President Donald Trump has nominated Kevin Warsh, a former Federal Reserve governor and advocate for central bank reform, to chair the Fed, following his sustained public criticism of Jerome Powell's interest rate policy.
In a landmark deal, AstraZeneca has licensed a suite of next-generation weight-loss drugs from China's CSPC, aiming to challenge the dominance of Lilly and Novo Nordisk with longer-acting monthly injectables.
Despite reporting earnings that edged past expectations, Houlihan Lokey's shares fell 12% post-earnings. Analysts' long-term forecasts remain largely unchanged, signaling a 'steady-as-she-goes' assessment of the investment bank's prospects.
Former Federal Reserve Governor Kevin Warsh, known for his hawkish stance but recently aligned with Trump's calls for lower rates, has been nominated by the former president to chair the Fed. The move, if confirmed, could test the institution's independence amid political pressure and an ongoing Justice Department probe.
As Eli Lilly prepares to report its Q4 and full-year 2025 results on February 4th, investors are weighing whether the pharmaceutical giant's premium valuation leaves room for a positive surprise, or if the stock is priced for perfection.
Newly launched oral weight-loss drug Wegovy from Novo Nordisk recorded more than 26,000 U.S. prescriptions in its second full week, signaling robust early demand as competition with Eli Lilly intensifies.
