A criminal probe into outgoing Fed Chair Jerome Powell, initiated by the Trump administration, has triggered a Senate blockade led by a key Republican. The standoff jeopardizes Kevin Warsh's confirmation and risks delaying the interest rate cuts Trump desires ahead of a tough election.
STAAR Surgical's stock fell sharply after the ophthalmic device maker announced the appointment of interim co-CEOs, fueling investor uncertainty following the CEO's recent departure and a failed takeover attempt.
The Bureau of Labor Statistics announced Monday that the highly anticipated January employment data will not be released as scheduled this Friday, citing disruptions from a partial federal government shutdown. The report will be published only after funding is restored.
Fieldguide, an AI-native platform for accounting and audit, secures major funding as it aims to tackle the profession's deepening talent shortage by automating routine work and reshaping traditional firm operations.
Revvity (NYSE: RVTY) surged past fourth-quarter expectations and issued an upbeat 2026 outlook, driven by robust demand in its diagnostics division. The medical equipment maker's performance highlights a sector-wide resilience despite ongoing softness in academic research funding.
Pharmaceutical giant Eli Lilly enters a strategic collaboration potentially worth up to $1.93 billion with biotech firm Repertoire Immune Medicines, aiming to develop precision treatments for autoimmune diseases that move beyond broad immunosuppression.
ABIVAX (NASDAQ:ABVX) shares have skyrocketed over 2000% in recent months, fueled by speculation of an Eli Lilly buyout and promising clinical data for its lead drug. CEO Marc De Garidel has publicly dismissed the acquisition rumors as 'noise,' redirecting focus to the company's financing needs and advancing therapeutic programs.
A fabricated email alleging Jeffrey Epstein discussed Bitcoin's launch with Ghislaine Maxwell has spread online. While the viral message is false, newly released court documents contain genuine references to the cryptocurrency's pseudonymous founder.
House Speaker Mike Johnson stated on Sunday that he believes he has secured enough Republican support to pass a stopgap funding bill and end the partial government shutdown by Tuesday at the latest, citing logistical hurdles due to severe weather.
House Speaker Mike Johnson expressed confidence that Republicans have the votes to pass a stopgap funding bill by Tuesday, aiming to end a partial government shutdown triggered over the weekend amid ongoing immigration policy disputes.
As Washington braces for a potential partial government shutdown, on-chain data reveals a mysterious trader has placed an $82 million leveraged short on Ethereum, echoing patterns of large bets ahead of past political crises.
B. Riley analyst Craig Ellis has upgraded Rigetti Computing (NASDAQ: RGTI) from 'Neutral' to 'Buy', maintaining a $35 price target. The upgrade follows the company's announcement of an $8.4 million order to supply a 108-qubit quantum computer to India's premier R&D agency, C-DAC, providing clearer visibility into its 2026 commercial trajectory.
Senator Lindsey Graham has stalled a bipartisan funding deal to avert a shutdown, demanding the restoration of a controversial provision allowing lawmakers to sue the Justice Department for damages—a move critics decry as a self-serving scheme.
Secretary-General Antonio Guterres has issued a stark warning that the United Nations is at risk of running out of cash by July, citing a deepening funding crisis exacerbated by withheld U.S. contributions and systemic budgetary pressures.
Pharmaceutical leader Eli Lilly will build a new manufacturing facility in Lehigh County, marking the largest life sciences investment in Pennsylvania history and bolstering U.S. production of next-generation weight-loss drugs.
The White House has backed away from plans to set minimum prices for domestic critical minerals projects, telling industry leaders that ventures must stand on their own financially. The policy reversal, driven by funding uncertainties and market concerns, marks a significant shift in strategy for bolstering the U.S. supply chain.
Regeneron Pharmaceuticals reported a steady finish to 2025, driven by growth in key drugs Dupixent and EYLEA HD. While navigating competitive pressures on its legacy blockbuster, the biotech giant outlined an ambitious 2026 strategy focused on regulatory milestones and a broad clinical pipeline.
South Africa ordered Israel's top diplomat to leave the country within 72 hours on Friday, citing a "series of violations" and prompting the Israeli government to expel Pretoria's own diplomatic representative.The Israeli foreign ministry swiftly responded that South Africa's senior diplomatic representative, Shaun Byneveldt, "is persona non grata and must leave Israel within 72 hours".
Discount retailer Five Below is under investigation by law firm Johnson Fistel following declining sales, lowered guidance, and the sudden departure of its CEO. The legal scrutiny comes as the stock shows sharp volatility—up nearly 96% over the past year but down year-to-date—raising questions about its valuation and growth narrative.
A U.S. lawmaker has alleged that Nvidia Corp (NASDAQ:NVDA) provided technical assistance to Chinese AI startup DeepSeek. Nvidia Technical Support Allegedly Boosted DeepSeek's Efficiency Nvidia helped DeepSeek improve the efficiency of its artificial intelligence models, according to a letter sent to the U.S. Commerce Department by Rep. John Moolenaar (R-Mich.), chair of the House Select Committee on China. The letter, seen by Reuters on Wednesday, says documents obtained by the committee show th
