U.S. stock futures retreated Monday as investors parsed a mixed bag of global manufacturing data, raising fresh questions about the durability of corporate earnings against a backdrop of cooling factory activity in key European economies.
The U.S. rig count saw a marginal increase this week, yet remains significantly below last year's levels as crude production dips and completions activity sends conflicting signals.
Rockwell Automation expands its partnership with Lucid Motors, deploying its FactoryTalk MES software and training programs at Saudi Arabia's inaugural electric vehicle production hub. The move aligns with the Kingdom's Vision 2030, positioning Rockwell as a key player in the region's high-tech manufacturing transformation.
In a strategic pivot, Tesla's Q4 earnings call revealed plans to halt Model S and X production at its Fremont plant, repurposing the space for a massive push into humanoid robotics with the Optimus project, as Elon Musk outlines a vision for a million-unit annual output.
China's factory activity unexpectedly contracted in January, official data shows, reversing a brief December expansion and underscoring persistent domestic demand challenges despite robust exports.
New satellite imagery shows Iran constructing roofs over bomb-damaged buildings at its Isfahan and Natanz nuclear facilities, a move analysts say is likely aimed at shielding recovery efforts from surveillance as international pressure mounts over Tehran's internal crackdown and nuclear ambitions.
Tesla is pivoting its core strategy, phasing out legacy Model S and X production to mass-manufacture Optimus humanoid robots and deepening its commitment to artificial intelligence with a major investment in Elon Musk's xAI. This strategic realignment signals a future where the company's identity may evolve from electric vehicle pioneer to a broader AI and robotics powerhouse.
A private gauge of China's manufacturing activity edged higher in January, defying expectations of a slowdown, as export-oriented firms outperformed. The reading contrasts with weaker official data, highlighting a two-speed industrial sector amid persistent domestic headwinds.
Insiders at Canadian forestry giant Canfor Corporation have been net buyers of the company's shares over the last twelve months, with President Susan Yurkovich leading the activity. The trend signals internal optimism as key executives invest personal capital even above current trading prices.
A wave of insider buying at 908 Devices Inc. has caught the market's attention, signaling potential optimism among those who know the company best. While not a guaranteed predictor, such coordinated activity often precedes significant corporate developments.
Newly released figures reveal a sharp 111% increase in unauthorized drone activity near UK defence sites in 2025, prompting an expansion of military powers to counter the aerial threat.
While small-cap stocks have broadly underperformed, recent insider buying activity points to potential value in select global companies. We examine three firms where leadership is putting their own capital to work.
Amidst a patchy economic recovery, European small-cap stocks are back in focus. A surge in insider buying activity points to potential undervaluation in select names across property, cybersecurity, and defense tech sectors.
Japan's manufacturing activity expanded at its fastest pace since mid-2022 in January, a key private survey shows, driven by robust domestic and international orders. While the sector's revival is clear, rising input costs and inflation concerns temper the optimism.
As CME Group's stock rides a wave of strong derivatives trading activity, a deep dive into its valuation metrics suggests the market may be getting ahead of itself. With shares up over 24% in the past year, we examine whether the current price truly reflects the exchange giant's underlying value.
Insiders at Singapore-listed Intraco Limited (SGX:I06) have been net buyers of the company's shares over the last twelve months, with the Executive Chairman making a notable purchase. While insider activity is not a standalone signal, it adds a layer of context for shareholders monitoring alignment between management and investors.
Recent buying activity by multiple executives at AdNeo Limited suggests internal optimism about the company's trajectory, even as its stock trades below their purchase price.
Covenant Logistics Group struck a cautiously optimistic note in its Q4 2025 earnings call, citing improving freight fundamentals and rising bid activity, even as margin compression across key segments weighed on profits. The company is navigating the shift through fleet optimization, a reduced capex plan, and the integration of a new brokerage unit.
Brookfield Renewable (BEPC) reported robust 2025 financial results, deploying a record $8.9 billion in capital. CEO Conor Teskey outlined a pivotal market transition, driven by surging electricity demand from data centers and industrial activity, positioning the company's diversified portfolio of hydro, wind, solar, and storage for accelerated growth.
Microsoft shares tumbled 12% as investors questioned the return on its massive AI investments, despite strong cloud growth. The volatility has created a surge in bullish options activity, presenting strategic opportunities for long-term believers.
