The International Monetary Fund projects average growth in sub-Saharan Africa at 4.6% for the year, edging ahead of Asia's 4.1%, signaling a potential turning point driven by demographics but tempered by significant investment challenges.
The UK's economic recovery faces a significant drag from recently implemented fiscal tightening, with growth forecasts remaining subdued for the coming year, according to a leading economic forecaster.
Silgan Holdings surpassed revenue and profit expectations in its fourth quarter, fueled by robust growth in its dispensing systems and the successful integration of recent acquisitions. The packaging giant forecasts stable margins for the coming year despite macroeconomic headwinds.
In 2017, Warren Buffett made a rare long-term market prediction, forecasting the Dow Jones Industrial Average would hit 1 million points within a century. Amidst pandemics and inflation, we examine the progress of this 4,179% growth call and what it means for investors today.
A major international study warns that economic models used by governments and investors are dangerously underestimating climate risks, potentially setting the stage for a systemic financial crisis as global temperatures rise.
Sony Group Corp. has raised its full-year profit forecast after a robust holiday quarter, powered by resilient PlayStation software sales and steady music streaming revenue, sending its shares soaring nearly 6%.
A10 Networks reported record quarterly and annual revenue for 2025, driven by strong demand for its security and cloud infrastructure solutions that support AI workloads. The company forecasts 10-12% revenue growth for 2026, citing a diversified customer base and sustained enterprise investment.
The U.S. services industry expanded at its quickest pace in months, according to the latest ISM data, mirroring a parallel surge in manufacturing activity and signaling underlying economic resilience despite persistent tariff pressures and inflation concerns.
At Davos, Anthropic CEO Dario Amodei painted a stark picture of AI's economic impact: GDP could surge 5-10% while unemployment hits 10%, a historically rare and socially disruptive combination demanding urgent policy attention.
Industrial supplies giant W.W. Grainger (GWW) posted stronger-than-expected Q4 sales, driven by strategic technology investments and market share expansion, though earnings per share slightly missed estimates amid a challenging macroeconomic climate.
While global economic signals remain mixed, a closer look at Asia's small-cap landscape reveals resilient performers with strong fundamentals. We spotlight three Japanese companies—Nihon Dengi, DKS, and Enplas—that are delivering robust growth and sound financials, potentially offering a haven for discerning investors.
The fast-casual giant reports a second consecutive quarter of declining same-store sales and forecasts zero growth for 2026, citing a strained core customer base and shifting consumer trends.
While the broader STOXX Europe 600 rides a wave of earnings optimism, savvy investors are digging deeper into the small-cap universe for hidden value. We spotlight three companies—spanning finance, tech, and banking—that combine strong fundamentals with compelling valuations in the current economic climate.
A review of third-quarter earnings reveals a resilient yet divided waste management industry. While companies like Casella Waste Systems saw strong stock performance, underlying results highlight the sector's ongoing struggle with regulatory costs and economic sensitivity.
Nintendo reaffirms its full-year operating profit forecast of ¥370 billion and Switch 2 sales target of 19 million units, navigating supply chain challenges and investor scrutiny over the new console's long-term momentum.
The Bureau of Labor Statistics has postponed the release of January's highly anticipated employment data due to a partial federal funding lapse, marking the latest economic disruption from Washington's budget impasse.
Fourth-quarter earnings for S&P 500 companies are significantly outperforming expectations, led by robust growth in industrial and tech sectors, as investors await a busy week of corporate results and key economic data.
As XRP hovers around $2, a stark divide emerges between institutional and algorithmic forecasts for its 2026 value. Standard Chartered's bullish $8 target contrasts with more cautious AI projections, with the outcome likely hinging on ETF inflows, regulatory clarity, and real-world adoption.
As the global payments giant prepares to report its fiscal year results, analysts forecast continued strong fundamentals for Visa. However, its recent underperformance against the broader market and a cautious consumer climate raise questions for investors seeking value.
Amid a volatile economic backdrop, consumer discretionary stocks are lagging the broader market. We examine three companies—Columbia Sportswear, Movado, and iHeartMedia—whose business models and valuations make them vulnerable in the current climate.
