February 2026 Markets

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Three Asian Penny Stocks Defying Market Headwinds in 2026

Amidst a backdrop of stable rates and cautious optimism, a handful of low-priced Asian equities are drawing investor scrutiny for their resilience and strategic positioning. We analyze three such companies navigating property downturns, infrastructure demand, and consumer shifts.

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Columbia Financial to Acquire Northfield Bancorp in $597 Million Deal, Sets 2026 Timeline for Full Public Conversion

Columbia Financial (NASDAQ: CLBK) has announced a definitive agreement to merge with Northfield Bancorp in an all-stock transaction valued at approximately $597 million. The deal, slated to close in early Q3 2026, coincides with Columbia's planned "second-step" conversion to a fully public company, a move executives say will unlock value and create a leading regional bank in the New Jersey-New York metro area.