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Business

Alvotech's Valuation Puzzle: A Deep Dive After a Year of Steep Losses and Recent Gains

Biosimilars developer Alvotech (NASDAQ: ALVO) presents a complex picture for investors, with recent short-term share price gains starkly contrasted by a punishing 57% decline over the past year. As the stock trades at a significant discount to some analyst targets, the market debates whether this signals a prime opportunity or reflects deeper, unresolved challenges.

Feb 3, 2026

Business

Software Stocks in Freefall as AI Disruption Fears Trigger 'SaaSpocalypse'

A wave of panic selling has engulfed the software sector, with even giants like Microsoft not spared. Investors are fleeing on fears that artificial intelligence will erode pricing power, competitive advantages, and long-term growth, creating what traders are calling a 'SaaSpocalypse'.

Feb 3, 2026

Business

PepsiCo's Snack Business Under Scrutiny as Cramer Flags GLP-1 Drug Impact

CNBC's Jim Cramer has placed PepsiCo on his radar, expressing specific concerns that the consumer giant's Frito-Lay snack division faces headwinds from the rising popularity of GLP-1 weight-loss drugs, even as the stock shows recent strength.

Feb 3, 2026

Business

Markets Edge Higher Ahead of Earnings Wave, Eyes on Washington as Key Jobs Data Delayed

U.S. stock futures ticked up Tuesday as investors braced for a heavy slate of corporate results, while a partial government shutdown forced a delay of January's crucial employment report, adding uncertainty to the economic outlook.

Feb 3, 2026

Business

Autoliv Shares Surge 32%, Yet Major Fund Trims $3.8M Stake in Strategic Rebalance

Despite a strong year of outperformance for automotive safety giant Autoliv, investment firm Tweedy Browne has significantly reduced its holding, sparking debate on whether the move signals caution or prudent portfolio management.

Feb 3, 2026

Business

Beyond the Dow's Rally: Three Penny Stocks With Strong Fundamentals for a Volatile Market

As major indices flirt with record highs, a search for value leads some investors to scrutinize smaller-cap opportunities. We examine three penny stocks—Resources Connection, VAALCO Energy, and Waterdrop—that combine financial resilience with distinct growth narratives in consulting, energy, and insurtech.

Feb 3, 2026

Business

JPMorgan Report: Family Offices Sideline Crypto, Bet Big on AI as Top Investment Theme

A new JPMorgan survey reveals a stark divergence: while 89% of the world's wealthiest family offices hold no crypto, 65% are prioritizing AI investments. Yet, beneath the headline trend, a parallel wave of structured crypto allocation is building among institutional players.

Feb 3, 2026

Beyond the Trust Fund: The Unspoken Financial Lessons That Shape Generations of Wealth

While inheritance provides a head start, the most enduring advantage passed down in affluent families often comes in the form of mindset and principles. Here are the core lessons that equip the next generation not just to hold onto wealth, but to understand and wield it effectively.

Feb 3, 2026

Business

Bitcoin Tumbles Below $80,000 as $2.5 Billion Leveraged Bets Unwind

A wave of liquidations hit crypto markets over the weekend, pushing Bitcoin below a key psychological level. Analysts point to a confluence of macro pressures and fragile positioning behind the sharp decline.

Feb 3, 2026

Business

Axsome Therapeutics Soars on Strong 2025 Revenue, Fueled by Flagship CNS Drug AUVELITY

Axsome Therapeutics (AXSM) reported preliminary 2025 revenue of $638.5 million, a 66% year-over-year surge that exceeded analyst forecasts, driven by the blockbuster performance of its depression treatment AUVELITY.

Feb 3, 2026

Business

Analysts Flag Potential Undervaluation in Mitie Group Shares

A recent intrinsic value analysis suggests shares of UK facilities management giant Mitie Group plc (LON:MTO) may be trading at a significant discount to their estimated fair value, presenting a potential opportunity for investors.

Feb 3, 2026

Business

Trump Unveils $12 Billion 'Project Vault' to Secure Critical Minerals, Counter China's Market Dominance

The Trump administration launches a major public-private initiative to stockpile essential minerals for tech and defense industries, combining a $10 billion EXIM loan with $1.67 billion in private capital to mitigate supply chain risks.

Feb 3, 2026

Business

LPL Financial Nears 90% Retention Target for Commonwealth Advisors as Quarterly Profit Jumps 11%

LPL Financial has secured commitments from over 80% of Commonwealth Financial's advisors following its August acquisition, making progress toward its 90% retention goal. The firm reported an 11% rise in quarterly net income, bolstered by strong market performance and growing assets.

Feb 3, 2026

Armani Dresses Team Italy for Milan Olympics as Brand Enters Post-Founder Era

Giorgio Armani's final designs will be worn by Italy's Olympic team this month, as the fashion house he founded navigates a future shaped by his will and potential sale, against the backdrop of a shifting Italian luxury landscape.

Feb 3, 2026

Business

Oracle Faces Funding Squeeze, Weighs Massive Layoffs to Fuel AI Data Center Ambitions

As borrowing costs surge and U.S. bank lending tightens, Oracle is reportedly considering cutting tens of thousands of jobs to free up cash for its capital-intensive AI data center build-out, with potential ripple effects across the cloud industry.

Feb 3, 2026

Business

Morning Bid: Manufacturing Rebound Reshapes Rate Outlook as Deals, Data Delays Define Markets

A surprise expansion in U.S. factory activity throws a curveball into the Fed easing narrative, while corporate deals and delayed government data keep traders on their toes. From SpaceX's AI acquisition to a U.S.-India trade pact, here's what's moving global markets.

Feb 3, 2026

World

EU Launches Formal Probe Into Chinese Wind Giant Goldwind Over Subsidy Concerns

The European Commission has escalated its scrutiny of China's Goldwind, opening an in-depth investigation under new powers to examine whether foreign subsidies granted to the turbine manufacturer have distorted the EU's single market.

Feb 3, 2026

Business

Bellavista Strikes Deal for Majority Stake in Canada's High-Grade Pickle Crow Gold Project

Bellavista Resources moves to acquire a controlling 70% interest in Ontario's Pickle Crow Gold Project, eyeing expansion to 80%, backed by a capital raise aimed at funding aggressive exploration across its newly consolidated Canadian portfolio.

Feb 3, 2026

Business

Insider Bets Signal Hidden Gems: Three Small-Caps Poised for Growth in 2026

As major indices rally, savvy investors are turning to overlooked small-cap stocks where recent insider buying hints at underlying value and confidence. We examine three such companies across banking and consumer goods, dissecting their financials and strategic moves in a buoyant market.

Feb 3, 2026

Business

Jersey Mike's Sets Sights on Digital Dominance and Global Growth in 2026

Fueled by a major acquisition and two decades of growth, the sandwich chain is embarking on an ambitious expansion plan, targeting digital sales and new markets in Europe.

Feb 3, 2026