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Alibaba Spins Off $2 Billion Robovan Venture, Doubling Down on Automated Last-Mile Delivery

Alibaba's logistics arm Cainiao and autonomous driving firm Zelos Technology have merged to form a standalone robovan business, valued at approximately $2 billion. The move signals a strategic push into automated delivery solutions within China's competitive e-commerce landscape, as the tech giant seeks new growth engines beyond its core operations.

Jan 30, 2026

Business

Hilltop Holdings Surpasses Expectations, Rewards Shareholders with Dividend Hike and Buyback

Hilltop Holdings (HTH) delivered a strong fourth-quarter performance, beating earnings estimates and announcing an 11% dividend increase alongside a new $125 million share repurchase program, fueling a rally in its stock price.

Jan 30, 2026

Business

Brand Engagement Network Pivots: Africa AI Deal and Financial Restructuring Signal Strategic Shift

BEN finalizes a landmark AI licensing framework for Africa and a university wellbeing pilot while bolstering its balance sheet through capital raises and debt conversion, prompting analysts to question if execution is now the priority.

Jan 30, 2026

Business

Align Technology Doubles Down on Southeast Asia, Betting on Digital Dentistry to Fuel Growth

Align Technology is accelerating its expansion in Southeast Asia with new product launches and affordability programs, a strategic pivot as the company navigates competitive pressures and seeks to reignite investor confidence amid a challenging stock performance.

Jan 30, 2026

Business

SkyWest Posts Strong 2025 Results, Secures Key Fleet Deals with Major Airlines

SkyWest Inc. reported robust full-year 2025 financials and announced multi-year contract extensions with United and Delta for its E175 aircraft, reinforcing its strategic position as a leading regional carrier partner amid ongoing industry shifts.

Jan 30, 2026

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Medical Properties Trust Faces Investor Scrutiny as Bullish Options Surge Ahead of Earnings

As Medical Properties Trust (MPW) prepares to report earnings, a spike in short-dated call options and a move to new Birmingham headquarters have investors weighing the REIT's path to profitability against persistent financial risks.

Jan 30, 2026

Business

Amazon in Advanced Talks to Invest Up to $50 Billion in OpenAI, Signaling Major AI Ambitions

Amazon is reportedly negotiating a landmark investment of up to $50 billion in OpenAI, a move that would reshape the AI landscape and intensify its cloud rivalry with Microsoft and Google. The potential deal highlights the soaring costs of competing in generative AI and could redefine Amazon Web Services' strategy.

Jan 30, 2026

World

Winter Crisis Deepens as U.S. Energy Aid for Ukraine Remains Stalled in Bureaucratic Maze

Promised U.S. funds to repair Ukraine's war-shattered energy grid are caught in administrative limbo, leaving millions vulnerable to extreme cold amid renewed Russian strikes and internal U.S. agency disputes.

Jan 30, 2026

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Business First Bancshares Announces Quarterly Dividend, Signals Confidence Amid Growth Forecast

The Louisiana-based bank holding company declares a $0.15 per share dividend payable in February, as analysts project strong earnings growth and a sustainable payout ratio.

Jan 30, 2026

World

Putin Agrees to Trump's Request for Temporary Halt on Kyiv Strikes, Kremlin Confirms

The Kremlin stated President Vladimir Putin has agreed to a personal appeal from former U.S. President Donald Trump to pause strikes on Kyiv until February 1, aiming to foster conditions for potential talks, though the scope and durability of the pause remain unclear.

Jan 30, 2026

Business

The Long Game: How a Steady $500 Monthly Investment in This ETF Could Build a Million-Dollar Portfolio

Building significant wealth often hinges on consistency over brilliance. We examine the Vanguard Growth ETF (VUG), its historical performance, and the disciplined, long-term strategy that could potentially transform regular savings into a seven-figure nest egg.

Jan 30, 2026

Business

Fortune Brands Innovations Boosts Quarterly Dividend to $0.26, Signaling Confidence Amid Growth Push

The home and security products leader raises its quarterly payout, offering a 1.9% yield. While cash flow coverage appears solid, analysts note the company's mixed dividend history and point to future earnings growth as a key sustainability factor.

Jan 30, 2026

Business

Lilly Bets Big on Repertoire's Immune Decoding Tech in Up to $1.9B Autoimmune Pact

Eli Lilly commits $85 million upfront and over $1.8 billion in potential milestones to partner with Repertoire Immune Medicines, aiming to develop a new class of 'tolerizing' therapies that reset the immune system without broad suppression.

Jan 30, 2026

Business

Altor Solutions Hits Major Sustainability Milestone, Diverts Over One Million Pounds of EPS from Landfills

The protective packaging leader's 2025 recycling achievement, driven by customer partnerships and its EmeraldPak product, marks a significant step in its 'Stairway to Green' initiative and underscores growing industry momentum for closed-loop systems.

Jan 30, 2026

Business

Worldcoin's Sharp Sell-Off: How Short Traders Capitalized While Long-Term Holders Dig In

Worldcoin (WLD) plunged 21% in a volatile session, yet derivatives data reveals a cohort of traders profited from the downturn. Despite the crash, on-chain metrics suggest holder accumulation is limiting sell-side pressure, setting the stage for potential consolidation.

Jan 30, 2026

Business

Trump's 'Great' Dollar Dilemma: How a Four-Year Low Undercuts Affordability Push

President Trump's laissez-faire stance on the dollar's slide to a four-year low risks backfiring on his core promise to lower living costs, as analysts warn a weak currency could fuel inflation and thwart rate cuts.

Jan 30, 2026

World

Myanmar's Military-Backed Party Secures Decisive Election Victory Amid Ongoing Conflict

The Union Solidarity and Development Party (USDP), backed by Myanmar's military, has secured a commanding majority in the country's protracted general election, a result widely anticipated but condemned by critics as a sham designed to cement junta control.

Jan 30, 2026

World

Ukraine Cautiously Welcomes Trump's Claim of Russian Attack Pause Amid Winter Crisis

Kyiv expresses gratitude for a reported week-long halt to strikes on major cities brokered by the U.S. president, as freezing temperatures exacerbate the humanitarian situation. Moscow remains silent on the alleged agreement.

Jan 30, 2026

World

Russia's Unjammable Drones: Starlink Terminals Extend Reach and Evade Ukrainian Defenses

Russian forces are integrating Starlink satellite terminals into their drone fleet, creating a new generation of long-range, jamming-resistant weapons capable of striking deep behind Ukrainian lines and into NATO territory, according to intelligence reports and military analysts.

Jan 30, 2026

World

U.S. Navy Destroyer Arrives at Israel's Eilat Port Amid Heightened Regional Tensions

A U.S. Navy destroyer has docked at Israel's southern port of Eilat, a move reported by Israeli media as U.S.-Iranian tensions simmer. While officials describe the deployment as routine, it coincides with a significant American military buildup in the region.

Jan 30, 2026