A major government-backed rally filled the streets of Venezuela's capital, with demonstrators calling for Washington to free President Nicolás Maduro and Cilia Flores, one month after their controversial capture by U.S. forces.
Semiconductor equipment giant Lam Research announces a multi-year R&D partnership with French research institute CEA Leti to pioneer next-generation chip technologies for AI and high-performance computing. The move coincides with key leadership changes, including the appointment of Cadence CEO Dr. Anirudh Devgan to its board, signaling a strategic push to integrate design and manufacturing.
Asian markets traded unevenly Wednesday, mirroring Wall Street's tech-led decline, while gold and silver prices rebounded sharply as investors sought safety amid renewed geopolitical and economic uncertainty.
Industrial manufacturer Hubbell Incorporated capped off 2025 with robust quarterly results, fueled by accelerating investments in utility infrastructure and a booming data center market. The company projects continued organic growth and margin expansion for the coming year.
Semiconductor equipment giant Applied Materials (AMAT) is demonstrating remarkable resilience and strategic positioning to capitalize on the next wave of AI infrastructure spending, with strong financials and a deep technological moat signaling potential upside.
After a volatile year, Descartes Systems Group's strong Q3 results signal a potential turnaround, fueled by accelerating organic growth and heightened reliance on its logistics technology amid global trade uncertainty.
The battery and lighting giant is set to release its quarterly results Thursday morning, with Wall Street anticipating a year-over-year revenue decline as the company navigates a challenging retail environment.
Emerson Electric's fiscal first-quarter results showcased robust order growth driven by power, LNG, and semiconductor sectors, though software contract renewals temporarily dampened sales and margin expansion. The company raised its full-year EPS outlook while noting persistent softness in China and European chemical markets.
A major investment from a UAE royal-backed firm into a Trump-linked company, signed days before the 2025 inauguration, preceded a landmark U.S. agreement to supply Abu Dhabi with advanced AI chips. The deal has drawn scrutiny from legal experts over potential conflicts of interest.
While Century Communities posted a record-breaking fourth quarter for new contracts, its tempered revenue guidance for 2026 has investors weighing near-term margin pressures against long-term operational discipline and shareholder returns.
eGain Corporation (EGAN) reported stronger-than-anticipated fiscal Q2 results, driven by accelerating adoption of its AI Knowledge Hub and a growing partner ecosystem. The company highlighted major enterprise wins and robust financial metrics, signaling a strategic shift towards AI-powered customer engagement.
Atkore International's fiscal first-quarter results exceeded expectations, fueled by productivity savings and modest volume growth in its core electrical business. While pricing pressures persist, management reaffirmed its full-year guidance, anticipating a stronger performance in the latter half of 2026.
Specialty materials leader ATI capped a transformative 2025 with robust fourth-quarter results, fueled by surging aerospace and defense orders. With a bullish 2026 outlook targeting $1 billion in adjusted EBITDA, the company signals sustained momentum in key high-performance markets.
Kyle Rittenhouse, the acquitted Kenosha shooter turned conservative figure, has called for the removal of U.S. Attorney Jeanine Pirro after she vowed to jail individuals bringing firearms into Washington, D.C., igniting a fierce debate over Second Amendment rights.
Modular housing leader Champion Homes (NYSE:SKY) reported fourth-quarter revenue in line with expectations, while adjusted earnings significantly surpassed analyst estimates, highlighting resilient profitability in a challenging market.
Jacobs Solutions (NYSE: J) reported robust fourth-quarter results for CY2025, with revenue climbing 12.3% year-over-year to $3.29 billion, exceeding analyst forecasts. Adjusted earnings per share also beat expectations, driven by strength in key sectors.
Skyworks Solutions (SWKS) reported stronger-than-expected Q4 revenue and profit, while issuing surprisingly upbeat near-term guidance. However, the wireless chipmaker continues to grapple with year-over-year sales declines and a notable build-up in inventory, raising questions about the sustainability of its recovery amid a cyclical industry downturn.
The family of Virginia Giuffre, a key accuser in the Jeffrey Epstein case, has launched a scathing critique of the Justice Department's handling of newly released documents, alleging the process has recklessly exposed survivors while protecting perpetrators.
Furniture maker Flexsteel Industries reports a 9% year-over-year sales increase for its fiscal second quarter, driven by strategic pricing and new product launches. However, executives caution that looming 25% tariffs on inventory and a volatile consumer environment pose significant challenges for the latter half of 2026.
Shares of aerospace and defense manufacturer Woodward, Inc. (WWD) surged over 16% Thursday, hitting a new 52-week high after the company reported quarterly results that crushed analyst expectations, driven by strength in its core markets.
