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Decisive Dividend Delivers Stellar 31% Annual Returns Over Five Years, Outpacing Recent Volatility

Despite a recent 11% quarterly dip, shareholders of Decisive Dividend Corporation have enjoyed a remarkable 288% total return over the past five years, fueled by profitability and consistent dividends. The long-term performance underscores the company's resilience, even as short-term headwinds prompt a closer look at its growth trajectory.

Feb 3, 2026

Business

Friedenthal Financial Makes Strategic $4.5M Bet on Short-Duration Bond ETF Amid Rate Shift

Investment firm Friedenthal Financial has significantly increased its stake in the First Trust Low Duration Opportunities ETF (LMBS), a $5.7 billion fund focused on mortgage securities, signaling a potential portfolio pivot towards income and capital preservation as interest rate expectations evolve.

Feb 3, 2026

Business

Brazilian Rains Trigger Steepest Coffee Price Drop in Months, Easing Supply Fears

Arabica and robusta coffee futures tumbled to multi-month lows this week, pressured by favorable rains in Brazil's key growing region and rising exports from Vietnam, signaling a potential shift in global supply dynamics.

Feb 3, 2026

Business

February's Crucial Test: South American Harvests Cast Shadow Over Struggling U.S. Soybean Market

As Brazil's harvest progresses, the U.S. soybean market faces a pivotal month with weak exports, bearish indicators, and the looming threat of a larger domestic crop adding pressure to prices.

Feb 3, 2026

Business

The Magic Kingdom's Next Chapter: Bob Iger Passes the Baton to Theme Park Veteran Josh D'Amaro

After two transformative decades, Disney CEO Bob Iger sets his retirement date, paving the way for Experiences division chief Josh D'Amaro to take the helm in 2026, as the entertainment giant navigates a pivotal transition.

Feb 3, 2026

Business

With Open Banking Rule Shelved, Market-Driven Data Standards Gain Traction

The suspension of the CFPB's Section 1033 mandate has spurred voluntary agreements between banks and fintechs, reigniting debate over whether private innovation or federal regulation better protects consumer financial data.

Feb 3, 2026

Business

Analysts See Deep Value in Paylocity: Stock May Trade at a 48% Discount to Fair Value

A new discounted cash flow analysis suggests Paylocity Holding Corporation's shares are significantly undervalued, trading well below their estimated intrinsic worth. The findings highlight a potential opportunity in the HR and payroll software sector.

Feb 3, 2026

Business

Bernstein Analyst Sets Street-High $1,000 Target on SanDisk, Citing NAND Rebound and AI-Driven Demand

SanDisk shares surged after Bernstein's Mark C. Newman issued a bullish $1,000 price target, highlighting a 72% upside and positioning the stock as a prime play on the recovering NAND flash memory cycle and robust enterprise storage demand.

Feb 3, 2026

Business

Charlie Munger's Final Lesson: Why the First $100K Is the Toughest Hurdle to Wealth

In one of his last interviews, the late Berkshire Hathaway vice-chairman distilled a lifetime of investing wisdom: getting rich only has to happen once, but the initial climb is the most arduous. We explore the strategies to master that crucial first step.

Feb 3, 2026

Business

Jacobs Solutions Boosts Dividend Payout to $0.36, Signaling Confidence Amid Cautious Growth Outlook

Jacobs Solutions Inc. (NYSE:J) has announced an increased quarterly dividend of $0.36 per share, continuing a multi-year trend of shareholder returns. While the yield remains modest, the move highlights the engineering consultancy's cash generation, even as its earnings growth has stalled in recent years.

Feb 3, 2026

Business

Florida's Billionaire Boosters: Griffin and Ross Launch $10M 'Ambition Accelerated' Campaign to Woo Corporate Leaders

Billionaire investors Ken Griffin and Stephen Ross are spearheading a $10 million national marketing blitz to position South Florida's Gold Coast as the nation's premier destination for corporate headquarters and talent, amid signs that the state's pandemic-era migration boom is cooling.

Feb 3, 2026

Business

Study Reveals Amazon's Dynamic Pricing Costs Schools, Governments Millions

New research uncovers how Amazon's opaque pricing algorithms lead public institutions to overpay for basic supplies, while diverting funds from local businesses.

Feb 3, 2026

World

Lithuania Opens Human Trafficking Inquiry Following Epstein Document Release

Lithuanian authorities have initiated a pre-trial investigation into potential human trafficking and other crimes, prompted by the U.S. release of court documents linked to Jeffrey Epstein that name several prominent Lithuanian figures.

Feb 3, 2026

World

Cuba's Tourism Collapse Deepens Economic Crisis as Visitor Numbers Hit Historic Low

Cuba's vital tourism industry has plummeted to one of its lowest levels in over two decades, dealing a severe blow to an economy already crippled by fuel shortages and power outages. The sharp decline in foreign visitors has intensified the nation's hard currency crisis, forcing diplomatic overtures amid deteriorating conditions.

Feb 3, 2026

US

Exodus of Federal Prosecutors in Minnesota Raises Alarm Over Justice Department Priorities

A wave of resignations at the U.S. Attorney's Office in Minnesota, now totaling 14 veteran prosecutors since January, has critically depleted staff and sparked concerns over the office's ability to handle complex cases. The departures are linked to internal dissent over immigration enforcement tactics and the handling of investigations into fatal ICE encounters.

Feb 3, 2026

US

Epstein Files Fallout: Victim's Family Slams DOJ Over 'Reckless' Document Release, Demands Accountability

The family of Virginia Giuffre, a key accuser in the Jeffrey Epstein case, has launched a scathing critique of the Justice Department's handling of newly released documents, alleging the process has recklessly exposed survivors while protecting perpetrators.

Feb 3, 2026

Business

Bernzott Capital Sees Value in Silgan Holdings, Boosts Stake as Packaging Giant's Shares Slide

Investment firm Bernzott Capital Advisors has significantly increased its stake in Silgan Holdings, a leading global packaging supplier, viewing the stock's recent 20% decline as a buying opportunity amidst broader market challenges.

Feb 3, 2026

Business

Walmart Joins the Trillion-Dollar Club, Marking a Retail Powerhouse's Tech-Driven Ascent

Retail behemoth Walmart has crossed the $1 trillion market valuation threshold, entering an elite group of U.S. companies as its strategic pivot and appeal to affluent shoppers fuel investor confidence.

Feb 3, 2026

Business

Copart's 31% Plunge: A Buying Opportunity or a Sign of Deeper Trouble?

Shares of the online vehicle auction giant Copart have tumbled over 30% in the past year, starkly underperforming the broader market. As investors grapple with the sell-off, a closer look at valuation metrics suggests the stock may be trading at a discount to its intrinsic value. We examine the cash flow and earnings outlook to assess whether this is a moment of market overreaction.

Feb 3, 2026

Business

TETRA Technologies Stock Surge Raises Valuation Questions: Is the Rally Justified?

Shares of energy services provider TETRA Technologies (NYSE: TTI) have soared over 180% in the past year, culminating in a recent multi-month rally. As the stock hovers near $12, analysts and investors are divided on whether its current price reflects future growth or has overshot fair value estimates.

Feb 3, 2026