Exploration Budget

Business

Alamos Gold Charts Ambitious Path to 1 Million Ounces, Unveils Major Island Gold Expansion and Near-$100M Exploration Drive

At its 2026 Investor Day, Alamos Gold laid out a comprehensive growth strategy targeting annual production of one million ounces by the decade's end. The plan hinges on a significant expansion of its flagship Island Gold District in Ontario, backed by a record $97 million exploration budget and detailed operational roadmaps across its North American portfolio.

Feb 5, 2026

US

MTA Chief's 'Shut Up' Outburst Caps Heated Budget Hearing Over Subway Security Contract

A New York State budget hearing descended into chaos as lawmakers grilled MTA Chairman Janno Lieber over a $35 million private security contract, with tensions boiling over into shouted interruptions and a demand for an apology.

Feb 5, 2026

Business

Zipcar Shutters Boston HQ in Cost-Cutting Move, Shifts Oversight to Avis Budget's New Jersey Base

Avis Budget Group consolidates its Zipcar subsidiary's corporate operations, closing the Boston headquarters and eliminating over 100 roles. The restructuring aims to streamline the car-sharing unit's costs while maintaining local market teams, as the parent company navigates cyclical pressures and a focus on operational efficiency.

Feb 4, 2026

Business

Terrain Minerals Ramps Up Smokebush Exploration with Diamond Drilling at Lightning Prospect

Terrain Minerals Ltd has commenced a diamond drilling campaign at its flagship Smokebush Gold & Silver Project in Western Australia, marking a key step towards defining its first JORC-compliant resource by mid-2026. The program will complement ongoing reverse circulation drilling and extend exploration to the nearby Wildflower Prospect.

Feb 4, 2026

Business

Defense Giant Lockheed Martin Soars 31% in January on Budget Hopes and Strong Guidance

Lockheed Martin's stock experienced a significant rally last month, fueled by a proposed defense budget increase and robust financial forecasts. However, the surge raises questions about long-term value amid shifting government contracting policies.

Feb 4, 2026

World

German Intelligence Reveals Russia's True Military Spending: Half of State Budget Now Fuels War Machine

A classified German intelligence report exposes that Russia's real defense expenditure soared to roughly half its total state budget last year, far exceeding official figures and reshaping Europe's security landscape.

Feb 4, 2026

Business

Princeton University Announces Multi-Year Budget Restraint Amid Slowing Endowment Growth

Facing a projected downturn in investment returns and a new federal tax on large endowments, Princeton University is preparing for a period of budgetary tightening, signaling potential cuts to programs and operations after a decade of rapid expansion.

Feb 4, 2026

Business

Scout's $3 Billion Gamble: Volkswagen's EV Off-Road Brand Faces Budget Overrun Amid Market Uncertainty

Volkswagen's Scout Motors has seen the budget for its South Carolina electric vehicle factory balloon by $1 billion to $3 billion, citing facility expansion and supply chain investments as key drivers, even as the U.S. EV market cools.

Feb 4, 2026

White House Budget Delay Fuels Anxiety Over Soaring $38.5 Trillion National Debt

The Trump administration's failure to meet a key legal deadline for its budget submission has intensified scrutiny over the nation's fiscal trajectory, with experts warning that addressing the record debt will require politically difficult choices.

Feb 3, 2026

Business

The Subscription Trap: How to Reclaim Your Budget from Streaming Creep

As streaming prices climb and household budgets tighten, Americans are finding their finances quietly drained by forgotten subscriptions. Experts reveal practical strategies to audit, bundle, and cancel services without sacrificing entertainment.

Feb 3, 2026

World

France's 2026 Budget Clears Parliament After Government Survives No-Confidence Votes

The French government has secured parliamentary approval for its 2026 budget, ending a months-long impasse after Prime Minister Sebastien Lecornu weathered a series of no-confidence motions. The passage followed strategic concessions to the Socialist party, a key swing bloc.

Feb 2, 2026

World

France's 2026 Budget Set for Final Approval After Political Showdown

After months of political gridlock and a series of no-confidence votes, France's parliament is poised to adopt the contentious 2026 budget. The survival of Prime Minister Sebastien Lecornu's government hinges on Monday's vote, marking a critical juncture for the nation's fiscal and political stability.

Feb 2, 2026

World

France's 2026 Budget Clears Final Hurdle, Offering Fragile Truce for Macron's Government

After a protracted political standoff, France's long-delayed 2026 budget is set for adoption, granting Prime Minister Sebastien Lecornu a hard-won victory but leaving President Macron's domestic reform agenda in limbo ahead of the 2027 election.

Feb 2, 2026

Business

India's Crypto Tax Stance Hardens: No Relief in 2026 Budget as Trading Exodus Continues

India's government has reaffirmed its stringent cryptocurrency taxation framework in the latest budget, leaving the controversial 30% levy and 1% transaction tax unchanged, dashing industry hopes for reform and cementing a policy that has already driven billions in trading volume offshore.

Feb 2, 2026

Business

India's 2026 Budget Doubles Down on Crypto Rules: 30% Tax Stays, New Penalties Introduced for Reporting Lapses

India's latest budget proposal maintains its stringent 30% tax on crypto gains and 1% TDS, while introducing a new penalty regime for non-compliance with transaction reporting, including daily fines and a flat $545 charge for errors.

Feb 2, 2026

Business

India's Budget Bets on Self-Reliance Amid Global Trade Tensions

Facing rising US tariffs and global supply chain pressures, India's latest budget prioritizes strategic sectors and export support while maintaining fiscal discipline, signaling a cautious pivot toward economic resilience.

Feb 2, 2026

Business

SEC Shakes Up Audit Watchdog: New Leadership Takes Helm Amid Budget Cuts and Regulatory Shift

The SEC has appointed EY veteran Demetrios Logothetis as PCAOB chair, alongside three new board members, as the audit regulator faces a slashed budget and a pivot toward a lighter regulatory touch.

Jan 30, 2026

World

Chevron Eyes Syrian Offshore Exploration in Geopolitically Charged Mediterranean Waters

The U.S. energy giant has signed a preliminary agreement to assess oil and gas potential off Syria's coast, venturing into a region marked by major discoveries and ongoing conflict.

Feb 5, 2026

Connecticut Hospitals Sound Alarm Over Lamont's Budget, Citing Medicaid Shortfalls as Critical Threat

Hospital leaders across Connecticut are mounting a fierce defense against a proposed increase in the state's provider tax, arguing that chronic Medicaid underpayments have pushed the healthcare system to a breaking point where new taxes could jeopardize care for vulnerable communities.

Feb 4, 2026

Virginia Beach Ranks Among Top Budget-Friendly Cities for Super Bowl 2026 Parties

A new analysis by The Action Network places Virginia Beach as the fifth most affordable U.S. city to host a Super Bowl party in 2026, with an estimated cost of just over $30 per guest, offering significant savings compared to major metropolitan areas.

Feb 4, 2026