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IonQ's Strategic Acquisitions Forge a Vertically Integrated Quantum Powerhouse

Quantum computing firm IonQ has moved to acquire SkyWater Technology, Skyloom Global, and Seed Innovations, aiming to create a comprehensive, end-to-end platform that controls hardware, networking, and software. This vertical integration strategy targets government and enterprise clients seeking secure, full-stack quantum solutions.

Jan 30, 2026

Business

Carpenter Technology Shares Slump Despite Upbeat Forecast, Raising Questions on Aerospace Reliance

Specialty metals maker Carpenter Technology posted record Q2 sales and raised its full-year operating income outlook, yet its stock fell sharply. The divergence highlights investor concerns over valuation and the company's heavy dependence on the aerospace cycle, even as demand in the sector remains robust.

Jan 30, 2026

Business

Analysts Boost Targets for Ondas Holdings After Investor Day, Citing Drone and Private Wireless Momentum

Investment firms Stifel and Northland have raised their price targets on Ondas Holdings (ONDS), following a virtual investor day where management outlined an ambitious growth roadmap, highlighting the company's unique position in military drones and private wireless networks.

Jan 30, 2026

Business

Wheat Futures Retreat at Midday Amid Mixed Market Signals

U.S. wheat futures declined across major exchanges on Friday, with Chicago, Kansas City, and Minneapolis contracts all trading lower. Despite the pullback, export sales data remains robust, running ahead of last year's pace.

Jan 30, 2026

Business

Momentum Check: One Surging Stock Worth a Closer Look, Two to Approach with Caution

While several stocks have posted impressive gains recently, not all momentum stories are built to last. We analyze one company with durable advantages and two where recent rallies may warrant skepticism.

Jan 30, 2026

Business

Standex Posts Record Margins, Outlines Expansion Plans Amid Tariff Headwinds

Standex International reports consecutive quarters of record profitability, driven by strategic acquisitions and growth in electrical grid and aerospace markets, while navigating global trade uncertainties.

Jan 30, 2026

Business

Oshkosh Navigates Tariff Headwinds and Mixed Demand to Set 2026 Course

Oshkosh Corporation topped revenue expectations in its latest quarter, but profit fell short as tariffs and cost pressures squeezed margins. The specialty vehicle maker's 2026 outlook balances targeted growth in some segments against persistent challenges in construction markets.

Jan 30, 2026

Business

Beyond the Bottom Line: How Jacobs and Peers Navigated a Turbulent Q3 in Government Consulting

The third-quarter earnings season reveals a sector at a crossroads. While government and technical consulting firms like Jacobs Solutions benefit from long-term structural trends, their latest financial results and market reactions paint a complex picture of resilience and recalibration.

Jan 30, 2026

Business

ArcBest Navigates Freight Downturn with Cost Discipline and AI Push, Posts Mixed Q4 Results

Despite a challenging freight market, ArcBest reports resilient fourth-quarter performance, highlighting strategic cost controls, a turnaround in its asset-light segment, and significant investments in AI and automation to drive future efficiency.

Jan 30, 2026

World

France Blocks Eutelsat's Ground Antenna Sale, Citing Strategic Sovereignty Concerns

The French government has intervened to stop satellite operator Eutelsat from selling its ground antenna assets, framing the move as a defense of European strategic autonomy against rivals like SpaceX's Starlink.

Jan 30, 2026

Business

OSI Systems Beats Expectations, Raises Outlook Despite Sector Headwinds

OSI Systems posts record Q2 revenue and lifts full-year EPS guidance, navigating softness in security bookings and healthcare challenges with optimism for a stronger second half.

Jan 30, 2026

Business

Rigetti Computing Faces Headwinds: Key Quantum Chip Delay and DARPA Contract Snub Challenge Growth Trajectory

Rigetti Computing's roadmap hits a snag as it delays its next-generation 108-qubit processor to address error rates and fails to advance in a strategic DARPA program. The dual setbacks intensify scrutiny on the company's competitive position against well-funded rivals in the race for practical quantum computing.

Jan 30, 2026

Business

Kalshi Bets Big on NYC: Prediction Market to Foot $50 Grocery Bills in East Village Pop-Up

In a bold marketing play ahead of the Super Bowl, prediction market platform Kalshi is temporarily rebranding a WestSide Market and covering $50 of groceries per customer, sparking a social media frenzy and questions about its regulatory future.

Feb 2, 2026

World

Venezuela Rewrites Its Oil Playbook: A Historic Reversal Seeks to Lure Back Foreign Capital

In a landmark move, Venezuela's interim government has enacted a sweeping reform of its oil industry, dismantling core tenets of two decades of socialist policy. The overhaul aims to revive production but faces deep-seated risks and questions over its ultimate beneficiaries.

Feb 2, 2026

Business

Fashion Giants Join Forces in Saks Global Bankruptcy Committee as Retailer's Future Hangs in Balance

Amazon, Chanel, and other major creditors have formed a unified front in Saks Global's Chapter 11 proceedings, aiming to recover debts while the luxury retailer moves to liquidate its off-price division and renegotiate key partnerships.

Feb 2, 2026

Business

Palantir's AI Ambitions Cemented as Commercial Surge Drives Record Profits

The data analytics firm's fourth-quarter results showcase a decisive shift, with U.S. commercial revenue soaring 137% and profitability silencing long-time skeptics, even as its premium valuation demands sustained execution.

Feb 2, 2026

Business

Hyperliquid Enters Prediction Market Arena with 'Outcome Trading' Proposal

Decentralized exchange Hyperliquid is moving into the fast-growing prediction market sector through a new protocol upgrade, aiming to offer a novel, low-risk form of derivatives trading as regulatory scrutiny intensifies.

Feb 2, 2026

World

U.S. Moves to Secure Critical Minerals Supply with $12 Billion 'Project Vault' Stockpile

The Trump administration unveiled plans for a strategic reserve of critical minerals, sparking a rally in domestic mining stocks and intensifying efforts to reduce reliance on China.

Feb 2, 2026

Business

Building a Passive Income Stream: Three High-Yield Picks for February

As investors seek reliable cash flow in a volatile market, a focus on assets with strong distribution histories and growth potential remains key. Here’s a look at three income-generating investments poised for steady returns.

Feb 2, 2026

Texas Property Tax Deadline Looms: Relief Options for Homeowners Facing High Bills

With property tax payments due in Texas, homeowners are exploring exemptions, payment plans, and deferrals to manage some of the nation's highest effective rates. Here’s a guide to potential relief.

Feb 2, 2026