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Musk Consolidates AI Ambitions: SpaceX Acquires xAI, Tesla's Role Under Scrutiny

Elon Musk's SpaceX has finalized its acquisition of artificial intelligence firm xAI, a strategic move that brings several of the billionaire's ventures under a tighter technological umbrella. The deal directly involves Tesla, which holds a stake in xAI, placing the electric vehicle and robotics company at the heart of evolving questions about governance, data sharing, and financial participation in Musk's broader ecosystem.

Feb 4, 2026

Farmers Face Squeeze as Tariffs Compound Financial Strain Ahead of 2026 Season

Illinois farmers preparing for the next corn and soybean crop confront rising costs fueled by tariffs on key inputs, with industry analysts warning of continued financial pressure in the coming year.

Feb 3, 2026

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MassMutual at 175: How a $100,000 Bet in Springfield Built a Financial Titan

As MassMutual marks its 175th anniversary, the mutual insurer reflects on a journey from a local idea to a global force managing over $570 billion, while reaffirming its commitment to policyowners and its Springfield roots.

Feb 3, 2026

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Record Levels of 'Upside-Down' Car Loans Trap American Drivers in Debt Cycle

New data reveals a growing financial strain for U.S. car owners, as nearly one-third find themselves owing more on their auto loans than their vehicles are worth. This negative equity, at its highest level in years, is reshaping consumer behavior and posing risks to the broader auto finance market.

Feb 3, 2026

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Oracle's $50 Billion AI Gamble: Can the Software Giant Survive the Hyperscaler Arms Race?

Oracle's massive new fundraising effort to build AI data centers exposes a fundamental tension: it's spending like a cloud titan but carries the financial profile and investor expectations of its legacy software roots.

Feb 3, 2026

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Research Frontiers' Cash Runway: A Closer Look at the SPD-Tech Firm's Financial Health

While Research Frontiers (NASDAQ: REFR) continues to operate at a loss, its manageable cash burn and strong balance sheet position the smart glass technology developer to fund its growth strategy—but declining revenue raises questions.

Feb 3, 2026

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TransUnion's Stock Slump: Market Overreaction or Justified Caution?

TransUnion shares have tumbled nearly 20% over the past year, sparking a fierce debate among investors. While a discounted cash flow model suggests deep undervaluation, traditional earnings multiples tell a conflicting story. We examine the data behind the credit bureau's volatile performance and what it signals for the broader financial data sector.

Feb 3, 2026

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Moderna's Stock Soars on Cancer Vaccine Data, But Wall Street Remains Cautiously Optimistic

Despite a stellar year-to-date performance fueled by promising clinical trial results, analyst sentiment on Moderna remains tempered, with a consensus 'Hold' rating highlighting the challenges beyond its COVID-19 windfall.

Feb 3, 2026

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Dave Ramsey's Core Money Principle: Why 'How Much?' Not 'How Much Per Month?' Defines Your Financial Future

Personal finance expert Dave Ramsey argues that the fundamental difference between building wealth and staying poor lies in one simple question: Do you ask about the total cost or the monthly payment? While his advice resonates in a high-interest-rate environment, its applicability for cash-strapped households sparks debate.

Feb 3, 2026

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The $20,000 Question: Is Your Financial Advisor's 1% Fee Draining Your $2 Million Portfolio?

A 1% annual fee on a $2 million portfolio is industry standard, but investors are waking up to the staggering long-term cost. We break down the math, the services you should expect, and the alternatives for high-net-worth individuals.

Feb 3, 2026

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Cathie Wood Seizes Market Volatility, Adds CoreWeave, Datadog, and Circle to ARK's Portfolio

Amid a recent market sell-off, ARK Invest's Cathie Wood executed one of her firm's busiest trading days of the year, doubling down on three high-growth names she sees as undervalued.

Feb 3, 2026

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Detroit's Financial Engine Revs Up: FDIC Greenlights Ford, GM to Launch In-House Banks

In a landmark regulatory decision, the FDIC has granted Ford and General Motors approval to establish their own FDIC-insured industrial banks. This move, set to fundamentally alter the landscape of auto financing, allows the automakers to directly gather customer deposits and fund loans, potentially reshaping competition and consumer options.

Feb 3, 2026

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Aflac Faces Dual Headwinds: Analyst Downgrade Follows Massive Data Breach Affecting Millions

TD Cowen revises its price target for Aflac ahead of Q4 earnings, as the insurance giant grapples with the aftermath of a cybersecurity incident impacting over 22 million individuals.

Feb 3, 2026

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Bargain Hunt: Three Sub-£40M UK Penny Stocks Defying Broader Market Gloom

Amidst a market downturn fueled by weak Chinese trade data, a closer look reveals potential resilience in a select group of UK penny stocks. We examine three companies with market capitalisations under £40 million, assessing their financial health and growth prospects in a challenging environment.

Feb 3, 2026

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Consumer Champion Clark Howard's Unwavering Stance: Just Say 'No' to Extended Warranties

Amidst declining consumer confidence, extended warranties are aggressively marketed as financial safety nets. Yet, data and experts like Clark Howard reveal them as statistically poor bets for shoppers, advocating for self-insurance through savings instead.

Feb 3, 2026

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Social Security COLA Forecast Dims for 2027, Senior Advocates Warn of Growing Financial Strain

Following a modest 2.8% increase this year, early projections from the Senior Citizens League suggest next year's Social Security cost-of-living adjustment could shrink to 2.5%, intensifying concerns over retirees' eroding purchasing power amid rising healthcare costs.

Feb 3, 2026

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Eli Lilly's GLP-1 Trial Data in Focus as Earnings Take Backseat, Says Cramer

CNBC's Jim Cramer suggests that upcoming clinical trial updates for Eli Lilly's GLP-1 drugs, rather than quarterly earnings, are the primary catalyst investors should watch for potential stock movement.

Feb 3, 2026

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Tesla's 2025 Financial Report Reveals Deepening Profit Slump Amid Strategic Pivot

Tesla's full-year 2025 results show a sharp 46% decline in net income, marking a second consecutive year of falling profits as EV competition intensifies and the company accelerates its shift toward AI and robotics.

Feb 3, 2026

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Factory Data Fuels Early Gains for US Futures as Investors Weigh Growth Against Rates

S&P 500 and Nasdaq futures edged higher Tuesday morning, buoyed by a stronger-than-expected reading on U.S. manufacturing activity. The January ISM PMI reading of 52.6 suggests the sector is expanding, though steady Treasury yields near 4.27% remind markets that the Federal Reserve's higher-for-longer rate stance remains a headwind for some sectors.

Feb 3, 2026

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Reddit's Ad Data Push: A Quiet Bet on Measurable Growth Ahead of Earnings

As Reddit gears up for its February 2026 earnings, its deepening ad tech integrations aim to convince marketers—and investors—that its platform can translate buzz into measurable business outcomes. But with a rich valuation and mixed analyst outlook, the path to profitable scale remains under scrutiny.

Feb 3, 2026