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Individual Investors Hold Sway at United Malacca Berhad, Outpacing Institutional Ownership

A closer look at the shareholding structure of United Malacca Berhad (KLSE:UMCCA) reveals a notable dynamic: individual investors collectively hold the largest stake at 31%, edging out institutional ownership of 27%. This distribution raises questions about corporate governance and future strategic direction for the plantation group.

Feb 4, 2026

Business

Asia's Tech Frontier: Three High-Growth Stocks Poised to Outperform in 2026

As global investors seek resilient growth beyond volatile U.S. markets, a new wave of Asian technology and biotech firms are capturing attention with innovation-driven financials and strategic expansions. We analyze three standout companies leading their sectors.

Feb 4, 2026

Business

Polestar's Survival Bet: Why Some Investors See Deep Value in the Struggling EV Maker

Despite being battered by market pessimism, Polestar Automotive is drawing attention from contrarian investors who see its deep ties to automotive giant Geely as a potential lifeline. With billions in revenue and a powerful backer, the question is whether this EV brand can navigate its cash burn and tariff challenges.

Feb 4, 2026

Business

Golub Capital BDC Concludes Virtual Annual Meetings, Board Sees Renewed Mandate

Stockholders of Golub Capital BDC and affiliated funds have re-elected key directors and ratified Ernst & Young as auditor for the 2026 fiscal year, following a series of virtual annual meetings that underscored the firm's governance continuity amid a shifting private credit landscape.

Feb 4, 2026

Business

Beyond Growth: Why AbbVie and Medtronic Are Prescriptions for Reliable Dividend Income

In a sector often prioritizing R&D over shareholder returns, healthcare giants AbbVie and Medtronic stand out with their long histories of dividend growth and robust cash flows, offering investors a rare blend of stability and income.

Feb 3, 2026

Business

UN Debates Global Climate Tax Targeting Oil Giants, Exposing Deep Divisions

A proposed UN framework could tie fossil fuel profits to climate reparations, but member states are split on the plan's feasibility and fairness, as legal battles against 'Big Oil' intensify globally.

Feb 3, 2026

Business

Canada Tightens Crypto Custody Rules in Wake of QuadrigaCX Collapse

Canada's investment regulator, CIRO, has enacted a new digital asset custody framework effective immediately, aiming to bolster investor protections and prevent future platform failures like the notorious 2019 QuadrigaCX case.

Feb 3, 2026

Business

Wahlburgers Takes the Drive-Thru to the Driveway: New Home Depot Partnership Redefines Fast-Casual Dining

In a bold move to reach customers on the go, the Wahlberg family's burger chain is launching mobile kitchens in Home Depot parking lots, signaling a strategic shift towards convenience-driven, non-traditional locations.

Feb 3, 2026

Business

Western Mass Banks Deploy AI Defenses as Fraud Schemes Grow More Sophisticated

Facing a surge in AI-powered scams and persistent check fraud, financial institutions in Western Massachusetts are adopting advanced technologies and emphasizing customer education to protect assets.

Feb 3, 2026

World

Venezuela's Ruling Movement Navigates Post-Maduro Era Amid Internal Shifts and U.S. Pressure

One month after the dramatic capture of President Nicolás Maduro, Venezuela's Chavista movement is undergoing a significant internal reorganization, balancing unity efforts with delicate negotiations with Washington.

Feb 3, 2026

Business

AI Anxiety Sparks Tech Sell-Off: Paylocity, Qualys Among Stocks Hit Hard

A wave of selling swept through the technology sector Wednesday afternoon, dragging down shares of companies like Paylocity and AppLovin, as investor concerns over AI-driven market disruption triggered a broad retreat.

Feb 3, 2026

Business

Paramount+ Leaked 'Project Eagle' Signals Radical Pivot to Short-Form Video, Mirroring Industry's Risky Rush

Internal documents reveal Paramount+ is planning a major strategic shift, dubbed 'Project Eagle,' to aggressively compete with TikTok and YouTube by prioritizing short-form and user-generated content. The move echoes controversial changes at Instagram and Disney+, raising questions about subscriber backlash and platform identity in an increasingly homogenized streaming landscape.

Feb 3, 2026

Business

Modular LNG Gains Momentum as Tecnimont and Baker Hughes Forge Strategic Partnership

Engineering firm Tecnimont and energy technology giant Baker Hughes have entered a collaboration to pursue global LNG projects using modular, scalable technology, signaling a strategic shift in how gas infrastructure is built to meet rising demand for flexibility and speed.

Feb 3, 2026

World

Russia's Economy Slows to 1% Growth in 2025, Putin Acknowledges War's Toll

President Vladimir Putin confirmed Russia's economic expansion slowed sharply to 1% last year, a significant deceleration from previous years, as the country grapples with the dual pressures of sustained military spending and persistent inflation.

Feb 3, 2026

Business

Levi's Accelerates Transformation: Tops Category Surges as Supply Chain Revamp Cuts Lead Times

Levi Strauss & Co. reports robust Q4 growth, fueled by a surging tops business and a streamlined, AI-enhanced supply chain that has shortened lead times by months, marking a key milestone in its shift to a DTC-first lifestyle retailer.

Feb 3, 2026

Business

Capital Southwest Posts Robust Q3 Earnings, Expands Reach with New Credit Venture

Capital Southwest (CSWC) reported strong fiscal third-quarter results, driven by recurring portfolio earnings and active deal-making. The BDC highlighted a growing cash cushion, declared supplemental dividends, and unveiled a strategic joint venture to compete in a tighter spread environment.

Feb 3, 2026

Business

Eddie Bauer Shutters All U.S. Stores in Strategic Pivot to Online and Licensing Model

The iconic outdoor apparel retailer Eddie Bauer is closing its remaining brick-and-mortar locations across the United States as part of a bankruptcy restructuring, shifting its future focus to e-commerce, manufacturing, and brand licensing through a new partnership.

Feb 3, 2026

Business

Capital Southwest Navigates Tight Spreads with New JV, Posts Steady Q3 Earnings

Capital Southwest reported robust third-quarter earnings, driven by strong portfolio performance and strategic capital management. The BDC announced a new joint venture aimed at enhancing competitiveness in the lower middle market amid a declining SOFR environment.

Feb 3, 2026

World

U.S. Investigates Crypto Platforms as Sanctions Evasion Conduit for Iran

U.S. authorities are probing whether cryptocurrency exchanges have become a multi-billion-dollar backchannel for Iran to bypass international sanctions, as digital asset usage surges amid the country's economic isolation and currency crisis.

Feb 3, 2026

Business

ADM Navigates Headwinds, Eyes Growth in Nutrition and Biofuels for 2026

Archer-Daniels-Midland Company reported mixed Q4 2025 results, with strong cost management and cash flow offsetting market challenges. The agribusiness giant outlined a cautiously optimistic 2026 outlook, pinning hopes on policy clarity for biofuels and a continued recovery in its Nutrition segment.

Feb 3, 2026