Elizabeth Stone

Business

TotalEnergies Doubles Down on African LNG Ambitions Amid Mozambique Restart and Namibia Expansion

TotalEnergies has fully restarted its massive Mozambique LNG project and solidified its position in Namibia's Orange Basin, signaling a major strategic push into African natural gas. While promising long-term growth, the moves prompt fresh scrutiny over project valuations and execution risks in emerging markets.

Feb 3, 2026

Business

Vaxcyte Secures Major Funding, Advances Key Vaccine to Phase 3 Trials

Vaxcyte (PCVX) bolsters its financial position with a successful public offering, channeling fresh capital into pivotal late-stage trials for its broad-spectrum pneumococcal vaccine candidate, VAX-31, in both adults and infants.

Feb 3, 2026

Business

Pfizer Bolsters Vaccine Pipeline with Novavax Adjuvant Deal, Eyes Post-COVID Growth

Pfizer has secured global rights to Novavax's Matrix-M adjuvant technology, aiming to develop new vaccines for infectious diseases as it seeks to diversify its portfolio beyond pandemic-related sales.

Feb 3, 2026

Business

Hongkong Land Holdings: Is the Property Giant Trading at a Fair Value?

A discounted cash flow analysis suggests Hongkong Land Holdings (SGX:H78) is trading close to its intrinsic value. We delve into the model's assumptions and what it means for investors in the current market climate.

Feb 3, 2026

Business

Amprius Technologies at an Inflection Point: Silicon Anode Pioneer Scales for Broader Market

As new leadership takes the helm, battery innovator Amprius Technologies is pivoting its high-energy-density silicon anode technology from niche aerospace applications toward the mass electric mobility market, backed by a new manufacturing strategy and surging revenue.

Feb 3, 2026

Business

Beyond the Filter: Snap's Path to Profitability Gains Focus as User Base Nears 1 Billion

Snap Inc. is showing signs of a financial turnaround, powered by its surging Snapchat+ subscription service and strategic AI investments. As daily active users approach half a billion, analysts are reassessing the social media pioneer's long-term potential.

Feb 3, 2026

Business

Monolithic Power Systems Powers Ahead: Strong Balance Sheet and AI Tailwinds Fuel Bullish Outlook

Monolithic Power Systems (MPWR), a key player in power management semiconductors, is attracting investor attention with its robust financials, exposure to high-growth AI and automotive markets, and disciplined capital returns, despite trading at a premium valuation.

Feb 3, 2026

Business

Beyond the Growth Narrative: How Paycom's Beti Drives Profitability Through Customer Maturity

While many SaaS stocks are valued on revenue growth, Paycom Software presents a compelling, counterintuitive investment case. Its secret lies in a unique margin expansion engine powered by its Beti platform, which transforms customer maturity into sustained profitability and deepens client lock-in.

Feb 3, 2026

Business

Waters Corporation (WAT): Analyzing the Bull Case Amidst Stagnant Growth

Despite a dominant position in analytical instruments, Waters Corporation faces headwinds from a slowing Chinese market and elevated debt. We examine the investment thesis for the life sciences tools provider, weighing its recurring revenue model against current valuation concerns.

Feb 3, 2026

US

Trump's Alfalfa Club Routine Draws Tepid Response From Typically Loyal Crowd

Former President Donald Trump's attempt at stand-up comedy during the elite Alfalfa Club dinner was met with notable silence and scattered applause, highlighting a rare moment of disconnect with a room of powerful allies and underscoring the enduring tensions within Washington's political and financial elite.

Feb 3, 2026

Business

Devon and Coterra Forge U.S. Shale Giant in $1B Synergy, $5B Buyback Deal

Devon Energy and Coterra Energy announce a strategic, all-stock merger to create a dominant multi-basin U.S. shale operator. The combined entity, centered on the prolific Delaware Basin, targets $1 billion in annual synergies and over $5 billion in shareholder returns, promising enhanced scale and capital efficiency.

Feb 3, 2026

Business

BioNTech Bolsters Leadership with Chief People Officer Hire, Signaling Strategic Pivot to Oncology

BioNTech appoints Kylie Jimenez as its first Chief People Officer, a strategic move aimed at building the organizational and cultural backbone for its ambitious transition into a multi-product oncology company by 2030.

Feb 3, 2026

Business

Beyond the Golden Arches: Why McDonald's Franchise Model and Digital Push Fuel a Bullish Outlook

As McDonald's stock hovers near $315, a closer look reveals a business less about burgers and more about a high-margin global franchise machine. With robust cash flow, aggressive expansion, and a digital ecosystem driving loyalty, analysts see a defensive compounder—if the price is right.

Feb 3, 2026

Business

Realty Income: The Case for a Steady Dividend Powerhouse in Volatile Markets

Amid market uncertainty, Realty Income Corporation (O) is drawing investor attention for its unparalleled 55-year track record of monthly dividends. With a portfolio built for resilience, does this REIT offer a rare blend of safety and yield?

Feb 3, 2026

Business

Achieve Life Sciences Nears FDA Verdict on Smoking Cessation Drug, Fueling Investor Optimism

With a key FDA decision on its non-nicotine therapy cytisinicline expected by mid-2026, Achieve Life Sciences (ACHV) is drawing bullish attention for its potential to address a massive unmet need in smoking cessation and tap into a newly opened market void.

Feb 3, 2026

Business

Cisco Soars on AI Infrastructure Boom: Analysts Revise Targets After Record Quarter

Cisco Systems' stock is gaining momentum, fueled by surging demand from hyperscalers building AI data centers. The networking giant's raised guidance and record revenue have triggered a wave of analyst upgrades, positioning it as a key beneficiary of the AI infrastructure build-out.

Feb 3, 2026

Business

Unity Software's Bearish Crossroads: Can the Game Engine Giant Regain Its Footing?

A deep dive into the mounting challenges facing Unity Software Inc., from eroding developer trust and fierce competition to financial pressures, as a prominent bear thesis gains traction among investors.

Feb 3, 2026

Business

Bristol-Myers Squibb Bets $1.5 Billion on RNA Future to Counter Patent Cliff

Facing the looming patent expiration of key drugs Revlimid and Eliquis, Bristol-Myers Squibb is making a strategic pivot, acquiring Orbital Therapeutics for $1.5 billion to pioneer in vivo RNA therapies. This high-stakes move aims to redefine the company's growth in oncology and autoimmune diseases.

Feb 3, 2026

The Essential Safety Net: Why Retirees Must Prioritize a Home Repair Emergency Fund

For retirees, homeownership offers stability but also carries unique financial risks. Financial experts emphasize that a dedicated, liquid cash reserve for unexpected repairs is non-negotiable for protecting a fixed income.

Feb 3, 2026

Beyond the Hype: Why 2026 Marks the Era of 'Governed Intelligence' for Banking and Finance

The banking, financial services, and insurance (BFSI) sector is poised for a pivotal transformation. As the initial wave of AI and cloud experimentation subsides, 2026 is emerging as the year the industry moves decisively toward operationalizing technology with robust governance, explainability, and compliance at its core.

Feb 3, 2026