Bread Financial's Q4 earnings surpassed expectations, fueled by strategic partnerships and digital innovation. Yet, the most revealing insights emerged from the analyst Q&A, spotlighting the company's path toward a projected 2026 loan growth inflection point.
On-chain data reveals the Royal Government of Bhutan has transferred over 184 Bitcoin to trading desks and exchanges as prices tumbled, marking its first significant wallet activity in months and raising questions about sovereign digital asset strategies during volatile conditions.
A recently restored angel fresco in a historic Roman church, which drew controversy for its striking likeness to Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni, has been altered overnight following a directive from Vatican officials. The incident ignited a debate over the intersection of art, politics, and sacred spaces.
French energy giant TotalEnergies is charting a complex course, restarting its major Mozambique LNG project while aggressively expanding into European EV charging. This dual focus on traditional fossil fuels and clean energy infrastructure presents a critical test for its market valuation and strategic direction.
Lam Research announces a new COO, a strategic board appointment, and a multi-year R&D partnership with CEA Leti, positioning the semiconductor equipment giant at the forefront of the AI and high-performance computing wave.
The Himalayan kingdom of Bhutan has moved $22.4 million worth of Bitcoin, continuing a pattern of strategic sales as its once-billion-dollar crypto portfolio has shed over 70% of its value, according to blockchain data.
Executives and directors at Treasury Wine Estates have invested over AU$290 million in company stock over the past year, signaling strong internal confidence despite a lower current share price. The buying spree, led by Chairman Olivier C. Goudet, comes as the global wine giant navigates market shifts.
Analysts have revised Popular Inc.'s fair value estimate upward, signaling a shift in sentiment for the mid-cap banking sector as firms look toward 2026 for potential outperformance.
Bitcoin prices fell sharply after Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent clarified the U.S. government lacks authority to direct bank rescues for cryptocurrency firms, amplifying existing market pressures and bearish sentiment.
With the IRS now processing returns, Washington taxpayers are looking ahead to their 2026 refunds. Here’s a breakdown of expected timelines, common holdups, and how state-specific credits could affect your wait.
U.S. wheat futures edged lower in Wednesday's session, with all three major classes showing modest declines as traders await key export sales figures for market direction.
The CEO of derivatives giant CME Group has revealed the exchange is actively exploring the creation of its own digital asset, a significant step in the institutional adoption of blockchain technology for collateral and settlement.
Australia-listed Nova Minerals Ltd. is set to relocate its corporate headquarters to the United States, a strategic pivot driven by its burgeoning American shareholder base and a quest for deeper capital markets access as it advances its Alaskan gold and critical minerals project.
Kairos Minerals Ltd's maiden drilling at the Main Hill Extension prospect has successfully extended the Mt York gold trend by 1.2 kilometres, outlining significant near-surface mineralisation and bolstering the project's resource growth potential ahead of a planned 2026 update.
As U.S. markets shrug off economic headwinds to start February 2026 on a strong note, a closer look reveals compelling opportunities beyond major indices. We analyze three small-cap companies—spanning banking, sustainable packaging, and insurance—that are navigating the shifting landscape with distinct strategies and growth potential.
Varo Bank has closed a $123.9 million Series G round led by Warburg Pincus and Coliseum Capital, while adding seasoned executives from Morgan Stanley and JPMorgan Chase to its board as it navigates growth amid ongoing losses.
In a revealing interview, industrialist Charles Koch details how a posthumous letter from his father, Fred Koch, framed his lifelong view of fortune—warning that unearned wealth could erode ambition as easily as it could fuel purpose.
Uber has appointed Balaji Krishnamurthy, a key architect of its autonomous vehicle strategy, as its new Chief Financial Officer, a move seen as a direct acceleration of its plans to dominate the self-driving ride-hailing market.
At its recent AI Summit, Cisco Systems unveiled a multi-pronged strategy to cement its role in enterprise AI infrastructure, deepening its alliance with Nvidia and launching a new partner program. In a significant move for its European operations, the company also secured a 15-year renewable energy agreement to power its Polish data centers, directly linking its AI growth to sustainable power sourcing.
With the 2026 tax filing season underway, many taxpayers are eager to track their 2025 income tax refunds. Here’s a guide to checking your refund status in Delaware, New Jersey, and Pennsylvania, along with insights on this year's refund trends.
