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Prediction Markets Signal 71% Odds of Bitcoin Slump Below $65K by 2026 as Bearish Sentiment Grows

A stark consensus is emerging among prediction market traders and analysts, with a 71% probability now priced in for Bitcoin to fall below $65,000 within two years. This bearish outlook follows a weekend sell-off to nine-month lows and is supported by underwater ETF positions, technical warnings, and concerns over a sustained market downturn rather than a temporary correction.

Feb 2, 2026

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South Korea Ramps Up AI Surveillance on Crypto Markets, Threatening Life Sentences for Manipulators

South Korean financial regulators are deploying advanced artificial intelligence to monitor cryptocurrency transactions in real-time, aiming to detect and preempt market manipulation. The move, part of a broader crackdown, could see violators face severe penalties, including life imprisonment.

Feb 2, 2026

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The Magic Number: Why Your FICO Score Holds the Key to Homeownership in 2026

As the housing market evolves, a three-digit number remains the decisive factor for mortgage seekers. The latest FICO scoring model now considers rental history, potentially opening doors for millions of aspiring homeowners.

Feb 2, 2026

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Eli Lilly Bets Nearly $2 Billion on Repertoire Immune Medicines to Pioneer Next-Generation Autoimmune Therapies

Pharmaceutical giant Eli Lilly enters a strategic collaboration potentially worth up to $1.93 billion with biotech firm Repertoire Immune Medicines, aiming to develop precision treatments for autoimmune diseases that move beyond broad immunosuppression.

Feb 2, 2026

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Piper Sandler Lifts Diamondback Energy Target to $218, Citing Permian Basin Strength Amid Volatile Oil Pricing

Analysts at Piper Sandler have increased their price target for Permian Basin-focused producer Diamondback Energy (FANG) to $218, maintaining an Overweight rating. The move comes as the firm anticipates solid Q4 results for gas-focused companies, while oil producers navigate a tougher pricing environment.

Feb 2, 2026

Mortgage Proposals and Rate Swings: A Housing Market in Search of Real Solutions

As mortgage rates fluctuate and ambitious policy ideas emerge, economists warn that financing tweaks cannot solve the core issue: a chronic shortage of homes.

Feb 2, 2026

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Arctic Vision Bolsters Global Eye Care Ambitions with Strategic Acquisition of MDCO's Device Unit

Chinese biotech firm Arctic Vision moves to create an integrated ophthalmology powerhouse by acquiring MDCO Technology's device business, combining drug and device expertise to address unmet needs in eye care.

Feb 2, 2026

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Morgan Stanley Boosts HF Sinclair Target to $61, Citing Refining Strength and Strategic Acquisition

Analyst Joe Laetsch raises HF Sinclair's price target, highlighting favorable crude differentials and a recent $38 million acquisition aimed at expanding its lubricants business, as the refiner lands on a list of top low-risk dividend stocks.

Feb 2, 2026

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Kimberly-Clark Shares Get a Lift as UBS Analyst Raises Price Target Following Solid Earnings

UBS analyst Peter Grom increased his price target for Kimberly-Clark (KMB) to $110, citing steady core performance despite lingering Kenvue-related uncertainties, after the consumer goods giant reported better-than-expected quarterly profit driven by cost discipline and resilient demand.

Feb 2, 2026

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Prudential Financial Sees Price Target Lift Amid Japan Unit Scandal Fallout

TD Cowen raises Prudential Financial's price target to $113, maintaining a 'Hold' rating, as the insurer grapples with a misconduct scandal at its Japan life insurance unit affecting nearly 500 customers.

Feb 2, 2026

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Stifel Trims Altria Price Target Amid Cost Pressures, Maintains Buy on Dividend Strength

Stifel Nicolaus lowered its price target on Altria Group (MO) by $4 to $68, citing higher-than-expected operating costs. Despite near-term headwinds, the firm reaffirmed its Buy rating, pointing to the tobacco giant's resilient dividend profile and long-term earnings guidance.

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

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Pfizer's 2026 Challenge: Navigating the Patent Cliff and GLP-1 Race

Despite a partial recovery, Pfizer's stock remains significantly below its pandemic-era peak. As 2026 approaches, the pharmaceutical giant confronts a critical juncture defined by looming patent expirations, a high-stakes catch-up effort in the lucrative GLP-1 market, and a dividend under pressure.

Feb 2, 2026

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Disney's Q1 2026: Streaming Profits Soar 72% as 'Zootopia 2' and Parks Drive Revenue, But Subscriber Counts Go Dark

Disney's first fiscal quarter of 2026 saw revenue climb to $25.98 billion, buoyed by record theme park sales and blockbuster films. While streaming income surged dramatically, the company has followed Netflix's lead in ceasing public reporting of Disney+ and Hulu subscriber numbers, shifting investor focus to profitability.

Feb 2, 2026

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Treasury's Debt Strategy in Focus: Will Bessent Hold the Line on Bond Sales?

As the U.S. Treasury prepares its quarterly debt issuance update, bond dealers are on high alert for any shift in strategy aimed at managing soaring yields. While major changes are seen as unlikely, the administration's broader financial interventions have markets questioning the long-held "regular and predictable" borrowing mantra.

Feb 2, 2026

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Could the Ozempic Effect Lead to Cheaper Flights? Airlines Eye Fuel Savings as Weight-Loss Drugs Take Off

A provocative analysis suggests the widespread adoption of GLP-1 drugs like Ozempic and Wegovy could trim airline fuel bills by reducing passenger weight, potentially passing savings to travelers. But industry experts debate whether the math adds up.

Feb 2, 2026

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AI Regulation Shift: CX Leaders Navigate New Uncertainty Amid Federal Push

While a recent executive order aims to streamline AI rules, experts caution that customer experience teams face a complex transition—not a regulatory holiday—demanding stronger internal governance.

Feb 2, 2026

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Precious Metals Rout Rattles Global Markets as Investors Seek Shelter

A sharp sell-off in gold and silver, alongside falling oil prices, has sparked volatility across global markets at the start of a week packed with major earnings and central bank decisions.

Feb 2, 2026

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Quantum Computing's AI Play: A Deep Dive into the High-Stakes Race Between IonQ and D-Wave

In the shadow of tech giants, two quantum computing specialists, IonQ and D-Wave Quantum, are vying for investor attention with distinct approaches to AI. While both remain speculative bets, a closer look at their technology, finances, and market position reveals one as a potentially less volatile choice for those venturing into this frontier.

Feb 2, 2026

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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