As cautious optimism returns to Australian markets, investors are scanning the small-cap space for resilient companies with growth potential. We examine three ASX-listed firms, each with a market capitalisation below $700 million, that stand out for their financial health and strategic positioning.
As inflation persists, Baby Boomers are leveraging decades of financial experience to cut costs strategically. We examine the key spending categories they avoid and the generational mindset behind their money choices.
A company linked to a key UAE national security adviser, Sheikh Tahnoon bin Zayed Al Nahyan, secured a 49% equity stake in World Liberty Financial, the Trump family's flagship crypto firm, just days before President Trump's 2025 inauguration. The investment raises fresh questions about the intersection of foreign capital, presidential family businesses, and U.S. policy.
Despite modest nominal gains, real wages for U.S. workers are failing to keep pace with the cost of living, with a majority reporting financial strain as structural economic shifts and technological efficiencies redirect gains away from paychecks.
A long-sealed financial document, signed by Jeffrey Epstein days before his death, details plans to bequeath his vast estate to a circle of associates, with his then-girlfriend Karyna Shuliak positioned to inherit $100 million and multiple properties in contemplation of marriage.
Capital Management Corp significantly boosted its stake in the logistics and mailing solutions provider, signaling confidence in its financial recovery and cash generation despite a revenue dip.
For the first time since its aggressive accumulation began, MicroStrategy's massive Bitcoin treasury is valued below its average purchase price, incurring over $900 million in unrealized losses. The milestone tests the resilience of CEO Michael Saylor's leveraged conviction play as analysts debate the company's financial fortitude and Bitcoin's near-term path.
A coalition of New York prosecutors warns that the landmark GENIUS Act, celebrated as a regulatory breakthrough for stablecoins, lacks critical consumer protections, potentially allowing issuers to financially benefit from frozen or disputed funds while victims struggle for restitution.
Porsche's planned all-electric 718 Boxster and Cayman models face potential cancellation as the automaker grapples with development challenges and a shifting financial landscape, according to insiders.
Despite recent price volatility, major financial institutions are building significant positions in Bitcoin ETFs, signaling a shift in the asset's perception from speculative gamble to a potential strategic holding.
M/I Homes' latest financial results reveal a year of softer earnings and margin pressure, even as the company completed a significant share repurchase. This mixed picture is prompting investors to reassess the homebuilder's near-term growth trajectory and the sustainability of its capital return strategy.
Starbucks announces a significant expansion of U.S. recycling access for its polypropylene cold cups, a move that intertwines environmental goals with investor considerations amid mixed financial performance.
Fresh financial data from QuidelOrtho reveals ongoing challenges, including constant currency revenue declines and pressured cash flow, forcing investors to weigh the stock's risk-reward profile as its momentum appears to fade.
As the TSX rides a wave of positive earnings momentum, adventurous investors are turning their gaze to the penny stock arena. We analyze three micro-cap companies—Automotive Finco, Aurora Spine, and Wilton Resources—that are generating buzz, weighing their potential against significant financial risks.
Financial guru Suze Orman's blunt critique of auto leasing has reignited the buy-vs-lease debate, revealing deep divides in consumer financial strategy as industry data shows persistent leasing popularity despite economic headwinds.
An examination of price data reveals that tariffs imposed during the previous administration continue to contribute to higher costs for everyday goods, from groceries to home utilities, adding financial pressure on U.S. households.
Financial expert Suze Orman challenges conventional retirement targets, urging a defensive cash reserve of three to five years' expenses to shield against market volatility.
A new analysis examines whether ultra-long home loans can solve the affordability crisis. While they offer a monthly payment reprieve in select markets, the long-term financial toll is staggering, raising questions about who truly benefits.
A Memphis man’s anxiety over a company-paid vacation while carrying $20,000 in debt spotlights the psychological tightrope millions of Americans walk between opportunity and financial discipline.
Notice savings accounts promise better returns than easy-access rivals, but your money is locked away for a set period. We examine today's best rates and whether the trade-off is worth it for your financial planning.
