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Orchid Island Capital Posts Stellar 2025 Earnings, Fueling Investor Optimism Amid Mortgage Market Shift

Orchid Island Capital, Inc. (NYSE:ORC) reported a dramatic surge in full-year 2025 net income, driven by a strategic expansion of its agency MBS portfolio and disciplined hedging. The results mark a potential inflection point for the mortgage REIT, reshaping its risk-reward profile after years of uneven performance.

Feb 2, 2026

Business

Jacobs Solutions Stock Slump Raises Valuation Questions Amid Strategic Shift

Shares of Jacobs Solutions (J) have retreated from recent highs, closing at $135.26, prompting investors to scrutinize whether the engineering and consulting giant's strategic pivot justifies its premium valuation.

Feb 2, 2026

Business

The AI Infrastructure Gold Rush: Three Chip Titans Powering the Next Wave

As global investment in artificial intelligence infrastructure accelerates, a handful of semiconductor giants stand to reap outsized rewards. We examine the foundational players whose technology is enabling this historic build-out.

Feb 2, 2026

Business

M&A Market Roars Back to Life: 2026 Poised for Major Deal Surge as Confidence Returns

Fueled by a wave of blockbuster transactions and renewed executive optimism, the global mergers and acquisitions landscape is heating up for a robust 2026. Major consulting firms report a significant shift in sentiment, with U.S. CEOs leading the charge in pursuing strategic deals despite lingering market uncertainties.

Feb 2, 2026

World

Markets Retreat as AI Bubble Fears Resurface, Oil Prices Tumble

Global markets stumbled on Monday, with Asian shares and U.S. futures declining sharply. The sell-off was led by a significant pullback in South Korean tech stocks amid renewed concerns over an AI sector bubble, while oil prices dropped over $2 per barrel.

Feb 2, 2026

World

Costa Rica Votes Amid Security Crisis, Populist Party Seeks to Consolidate Power

Voters head to the polls in Costa Rica, with the ruling right-wing populist party aiming to secure a decisive mandate and a legislative supermajority to tackle record violence and political gridlock.

Feb 2, 2026

World

The Weight of a Word: How 'Axis' Became a Geopolitical Weapon

From Mussolini's Rome-Berlin Axis to Bush's 'Axis of Evil,' the term has evolved from a descriptive label to a powerful political tool, framing global rivalries and shaping diplomatic realities.

Feb 2, 2026

Business

Broadridge Set to Report Q4 Earnings Amid Slowing Growth Forecast

Financial technology firm Broadridge Financial Solutions prepares to release its fourth-quarter results before Tuesday's market open, with analysts projecting modest revenue growth against a backdrop of recent sector volatility.

Feb 2, 2026

Business

D-Wave Quantum Bolsters Market Position with Dual-Platform Strategy and Major Florida Expansion

D-Wave Quantum solidifies its dual-platform quantum computing approach through the acquisition of Quantum Circuits Inc. and the launch of a major Florida R&D hub, backed by new multi-million dollar commercial and academic agreements.

Feb 2, 2026

Business

Whistleblower Alleges Google AI Support Aided Israeli Military Contractor, Violating Ethics Pledge

A former Google employee has filed a formal complaint with the SEC, accusing the tech giant of breaching its own AI ethics principles by providing customer support to an Israeli defense contractor using AI to analyze drone footage, according to documents obtained by The Washington Post.

Feb 2, 2026

Business

Emerson Electric Set to Report Q4 Earnings Amid Automation Sector Momentum

Emerson Electric Co. (NYSE: EMR) is scheduled to release its fiscal fourth-quarter earnings after Tuesday's market close, with investors watching for signs of sustained growth in industrial automation and software.

Feb 2, 2026

Business

ATI's Q4 Earnings in Focus: Can the Specialty Materials Maker Maintain Momentum?

As ATI prepares to release its fourth-quarter results, investors are weighing steady analyst expectations against a mixed performance history and a buoyant aerospace sector.

Feb 2, 2026

Business

Lumen Technologies Set to Report Q4 Earnings Amid Ongoing Turnaround Efforts

Lumen Technologies (NYSE: LUMN) is scheduled to release its quarterly earnings after market close on Tuesday, with Wall Street bracing for another expected revenue decline as the telecom infrastructure giant continues its multi-year restructuring.

Feb 2, 2026

Business

Matthews International Set to Report Q4 Earnings Amid Steep Revenue Decline Forecast

The diversified solutions provider faces analyst expectations of a nearly 30% year-over-year revenue drop when it reports Tuesday afternoon, following a mixed track record against Wall Street estimates.

Feb 2, 2026

Business

PayPal Q4 Earnings Preview: Can the Digital Payments Giant Beat Expectations Amid Sector Headwinds?

As PayPal prepares to report its fourth-quarter results, investors are watching closely for signs of resilience in its core business and updates on its strategic turnaround efforts. The report could set the tone for the broader fintech sector.

Feb 2, 2026

Business

Enact Holdings Set to Report Q4 Earnings Amid Uncertain Housing Market

Mortgage insurer Enact Holdings (ACT) reports quarterly results Tuesday, with investors eyeing its performance in a volatile economic climate. Analysts expect modest revenue growth, but broader sector headwinds could weigh on outlook.

Feb 2, 2026

Business

Merck's Q4 Earnings in Focus: Can the Pharma Giant Sustain Its Momentum?

As Merck prepares to release its fourth-quarter results, investors are watching to see if the pharmaceutical leader can maintain its track record of exceeding expectations amid a slowing growth outlook.

Feb 2, 2026

Business

Transcat Earnings Preview: Can the Measurement Specialist Beat Expectations Again?

As Transcat prepares to release its quarterly results, investors are weighing its strong revenue growth trajectory against a history of earnings volatility. The industrial distributor's performance will be a key test amid mixed signals from the sector.

Feb 2, 2026

Business

Ingredion's Q4 Earnings Preview: Can the Ingredient Giant Regain Momentum?

As Ingredion prepares to release its fourth-quarter results, investors are weighing whether the company can stabilize after a disappointing prior quarter. The broader staples sector's recent strength offers a cautiously optimistic backdrop.

Feb 2, 2026

Business

J&J Snack Foods Set to Report Q4 Earnings Amid Shifting Consumer Appetites

As J&J Snack Foods prepares to release its quarterly results, investors are weighing stable analyst expectations against a backdrop of mixed performance in the shelf-stable food sector.

Feb 2, 2026