Extreme Weather

Business

Imperial Oil Caps 2025 with Record Cash Flow and Major Dividend Hike, Weathers Operational Headwinds

Imperial Oil Ltd. reported robust fourth-quarter results, generating nearly $1.4 billion in free cash flow and announcing its largest-ever nominal dividend increase. Despite weather disruptions at its Kearl oil sands operation, the company highlighted record annual production and a disciplined capital return strategy that saw $4.6 billion returned to shareholders in 2025.

Jan 31, 2026

Business

Extreme Networks Posts Steady Q2, Bets Future on AI-Powered Partner Program

Extreme Networks reports Q2 revenue of $317.9M and net income of $7.9M, while launching an AI-integrated partner initiative aimed at streamlining sales and driving higher-margin software revenue.

Jan 31, 2026

Business

Tractor Supply's Q4 Earnings Fall Short as Mild Weather, Cautious Spending Dampen Sales

Tractor Supply Company reported fourth-quarter revenue and profit below analyst forecasts, citing a lack of severe winter weather and softer consumer demand for discretionary goods. The rural lifestyle retailer remains focused on long-term strategic investments amid an uncertain economic backdrop.

Jan 30, 2026

Business

Cavco Industries Navigates Weather, Tariffs to Post Solid Q4 Growth; Unveils Major Rebranding Strategy

Cavco Industries reported a 21% year-over-year revenue increase to $508.4 million for fiscal Q4 2025, driven by a 28.5% surge in home shipments. Despite February weather disruptions and ongoing economic uncertainty, the manufactured housing leader saw a strong March rebound, executed a $33 million stock buyback, and launched a company-wide rebranding initiative aimed at simplifying the homebuyer journey.

Jan 30, 2026

US

Speeding Bus Plunges into Ravine in Antalya, Leaving Nine Dead Amid Poor Weather Conditions

A fatal bus crash in southern Turkey's Antalya province has claimed nine lives and injured 26 others, with authorities citing wet roads, fog, and suspected speeding as contributing factors in the Sunday morning tragedy.

Feb 2, 2026

Business

Climate Crisis Puts Global Seafood Industry on the Brink: Adaptation Demands Urgent Investment

A stark new financial analysis warns that ocean warming and extreme weather could cost the seafood sector $15 billion annually by 2050, threatening food security and economies worldwide.

Jan 30, 2026

Business

Chili's Bets on 'Extreme Ownership' to Fuel Growth, Considers GM Equity Model

Following a period of strong sales growth, Chili's Grill & Bar is laying the groundwork to potentially grant its general managers a greater ownership stake, a move inspired by industry leaders like Texas Roadhouse and Raising Cane's.

Jan 30, 2026

Business

Cathie Wood Warns of Gold Bubble, Citing 'Great Depression' Valuation Extremes

Ark Invest's Cathie Wood suggests the recent historic rally in gold may be a late-cycle bubble, pointing to valuation metrics that have surpassed levels seen in the 1930s. The warning follows a sharp, cross-market sell-off that dragged down precious metals and cryptocurrencies.

Jan 30, 2026

Business

Tyson Foods Soars on Chicken Demand, Weathers Beef Market Turmoil

Tyson Foods Inc. surpassed quarterly profit expectations, driven by resilient consumer demand for chicken. This strength helped offset significant challenges in its beef division, where historic herd shortages and soaring costs have reshaped the meat industry's landscape.

Feb 2, 2026

Business

Camellia Plc's Five-Year Slump: Shareholders Weather a 34% Decline Amid Revenue Contraction

Investors in Camellia Plc (LON:CAM) have faced a challenging half-decade, with shares falling 34% as the company grapples with shrinking revenues and an elusive path to profitability. While dividends have softened the blow, the stock continues to lag the broader market.

Feb 2, 2026

Business

Beyond the Drill Bit: How EQT Powers the AI Boom and Grid Reliability

As AI data centers drive an unprecedented surge in U.S. power demand, natural gas producer EQT is positioning itself as a critical pillar of energy security. Its proven operational resilience during extreme weather events underscores a strategic shift from a pure commodity play to an essential infrastructure partner.

Jan 31, 2026

Business

Beyond the Beta: One Defensive Stock Poised to Weather Market Volatility, and Two That May Lag

While low-volatility stocks can anchor a portfolio, investors often sacrifice growth for stability. We analyze three such stocks, identifying one with resilient fundamentals and two where caution may be warranted.

Jan 30, 2026

Business

Insider Confidence: European Growth Stocks Weather Market Volatility

Despite recent market turbulence, a surge in eurozone business confidence is spotlighting companies where high insider ownership aligns management with shareholder interests. We examine three such firms poised for growth.

Jan 30, 2026

Business

CHAPTERS Group's Meteoric Rise: A 923% Return Over Five Years Weathers Recent Dip

Despite a recent 4.9% weekly pullback, shareholders of German-listed CHAPTERS Group (ETR:CHG) have seen staggering total returns exceeding 900% since 2019, fueled by explosive revenue growth. The journey highlights the potential rewards—and risks—of investing in high-growth, pre-profit companies.

Jan 30, 2026

Business

Winter Storms Meet Tight Capacity: Why This Year's Trucking Turmoil Is Different

Severe winter weather is colliding with historically high tender rejection rates, creating a perfect storm in the truckload market. With carriers rejecting over 13% of shipments, spot rates are experiencing amplified volatility, signaling a fundamental shift in underlying supply and demand dynamics.

Feb 2, 2026

Business

Crypto Markets Tumble Amid Hawkish Fed Signals, ETF Outflows

The cryptocurrency market extended its losses on Monday, with the global market cap falling 2.9% to $2.65 trillion. Major assets like Bitcoin and Ethereum led the decline, while significant outflows from U.S. spot ETFs and shifting macroeconomic expectations fueled a wave of 'extreme fear' among investors.

Feb 2, 2026

Business

D-Wave Quantum's 38% Plunge: A Buying Opportunity or a Value Trap?

Despite a meteoric long-term rise, D-Wave Quantum's recent sharp decline highlights the extreme risks and towering valuations inherent in the speculative quantum computing sector. Investors face a critical decision.

Feb 2, 2026

World

Speaker Johnson Expresses Confidence in Securing Votes to Avert Partial Shutdown by Tuesday

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.

Feb 2, 2026

Business

Weyerhaeuser Navigates Brutal Lumber Markets, Bets on Land and Climate for Growth

Despite posting a quarterly loss in its core wood products unit amid 'extremely challenging' markets, Weyerhaeuser closed 2025 with strategic pivots. The forestry giant is doubling down on its land management and nascent 'Climate Solutions' business, while managing a disciplined capital return to shareholders.

Jan 31, 2026

Business

Iconic Farmers' Almanac Finds New Life: Digital Publisher Rescues 206-Year-Old Publication from Closure

The historic Farmers' Almanac, famed for its secret weather formula, has been acquired by digital media company Unofficial Networks. The move saves the publication from shuttering, relocates its operations from Maine to New York, and promises a digital-first revival alongside a planned return to print.

Jan 30, 2026