The long-term strategic partnership will leverage IQVIA's data-as-a-service platform to unify and streamline commercial data across 59 countries, aiming to accelerate product launches and enhance decision-making for the pharmaceutical giant.
Despite reporting a 22% surge in Q4 2025 net income to $4.1 billion, global payments giant Mastercard is cutting approximately 1,400 jobs as part of a strategic review, highlighting the complex balance between growth and operational efficiency in the fintech sector.
Preliminary Eurostat data reveals Spain and Portugal grew at more than double the eurozone average in Q4 2025, driven by resilient domestic demand and strategic advantages, while the broader bloc's recovery remains uneven.
South Africa has ordered Israel's chargé d'affaires to leave the country within 72 hours, citing "unacceptable violations" of diplomatic protocol and a direct challenge to its sovereignty, further straining relations already tense over the ICJ genocide case.
African tech startups secured a record $1.64 billion in debt financing last year, a pivotal shift as mature firms seek alternative capital to fuel growth while retaining ownership, according to a new industry report.
With major indices treading water after the Fed's steady rates, savvy investors are turning to overlooked small-cap stocks where insider buying signals conviction. We examine three companies where executives are backing their firms with their own capital.
With the Federal Reserve holding rates steady and economic signals mixed, investors are looking beyond the S&P 500 for growth. We analyze three under-the-radar companies—Tiptree, Slide Insurance, and Colony Bankcorp—that show strong fundamentals and strategic momentum as we head into 2026.
Former President Trump claims tariff revenue can fund direct payments to Americans, bypassing Congress. Experts question the legality and economic feasibility of the proposal.
With major indices hovering near record levels and the Federal Reserve on hold, income-focused investors are turning to dividend payers for reliable returns. We analyze three standout stocks offering yields and stability as the market awaits tech earnings season.
A brutal sell-off in Bitcoin, exacerbated by Federal Reserve uncertainty and weak tech earnings, triggered massive withdrawals from U.S. spot Bitcoin ETFs, casting doubt on near-term price targets.
Helport AI Limited (NASDAQ:HPAI) reports an 11% Return on Equity, notably below the software industry average. While low leverage offers some comfort, analysts are divided on whether this signals a cautious growth strategy or a fundamental performance gap.
Klarna Group faces a dual challenge: surging commercial demand for its 'buy now, pay later' services and intensifying legal scrutiny over alleged IPO disclosure failures regarding credit risk. The stock's sharp decline shifts investor focus to upcoming quarterly results and credit quality metrics.
SkyWest Inc. reported robust full-year 2025 financials and announced multi-year contract extensions with United and Delta for its E175 aircraft, reinforcing its strategic position as a leading regional carrier partner amid ongoing industry shifts.
Promised U.S. funds to repair Ukraine's war-shattered energy grid are caught in administrative limbo, leaving millions vulnerable to extreme cold amid renewed Russian strikes and internal U.S. agency disputes.
Amid a year of both share sales and purchases by company executives, a significant insider investment by Andrew Teich signals underlying confidence in Resideo Technologies' future, even as the firm navigates a challenging financial landscape.
Ark Invest's Cathie Wood suggests the recent historic rally in gold may be a late-cycle bubble, pointing to valuation metrics that have surpassed levels seen in the 1930s. The warning follows a sharp, cross-market sell-off that dragged down precious metals and cryptocurrencies.
Bitcoin's sharp retreat to $81,000 on Thursday, following the Federal Reserve's latest policy announcement, resulted in massive leveraged position liquidations and sent shockwaves through correlated equities.
The $7.6 billion RIA has expanded its internal equity plan to 29 employee-owners, formalizing a decade-long succession strategy that aims to preserve independence as co-founder Barry Ritholtz nears 65.
The home and security products leader raises its quarterly payout, offering a 1.9% yield. While cash flow coverage appears solid, analysts note the company's mixed dividend history and point to future earnings growth as a key sustainability factor.
Timberland Bancorp (NASDAQ:TSBK) announces a dividend increase to $0.29 per share, reflecting sustained profitability and a commitment to shareholder returns. The move aligns the regional bank's yield with industry averages while maintaining a conservative payout ratio.
