Shares of International Paper (IP) have retreated sharply in recent sessions, underperforming its longer-term track record and prompting a fresh debate among investors over whether the packaging giant is now undervalued or facing deeper headwinds.
Silvercorp Metals has solidified its expansion into Central Asia by acquiring a majority stake in Chaarat ZAAV CJSC, forming a joint venture with state-owned Kyrgyzaltyn to develop permitted gold projects. The move signals a strategic pivot for the historically silver-focused miner as it seeks to balance geographic and commodity risks.
Brookfield Infrastructure Partners L.P. (BIP) reports robust 2025 results, marking its 17th consecutive annual distribution increase while spotlighting data and AI infrastructure as core growth drivers. The update fuels debate on whether the firm's narrative is shifting from a pure income play to a growth-oriented infrastructure enabler.
Planet Labs secures a strategic enterprise agreement with the Slovenian government, expanding its public sector footprint with applications in agriculture, urban development, and disaster preparedness. The deal comes as investors scrutinize the company's premium market valuation amidst growing competition in the Earth observation sector.
Taiwan Semiconductor Manufacturing Company's planned Arizona gigafab cluster, backed by a US$250 billion U.S.-Taiwan initiative, underscores its pivotal role in powering the AI revolution while raising questions about capital intensity and long-term returns in the reshoring era.
Industrial equipment maker Graco (NYSE: GGG) is expanding its powder technology footprint through the acquisition of Color Service, a specialist in gravimetric dosing. The move coincides with the company reporting record quarterly sales, fueled by organic growth and strategic integrations, signaling a period of focused expansion for the Minnesota-based firm.
In a strategic move to reduce reliance on foreign tech giants, Japan launches a national AI initiative, combining SoftBank's leadership with substantial government backing to develop a domestic foundational model.
Elon Musk is exploring strategic mergers for SpaceX, with discussions underway for potential combinations with either Tesla or his AI startup xAI, as the billionaire seeks to consolidate his sprawling technological ventures ahead of a landmark public offering.
South African low-cost carrier Lift has secured membership in the International Air Transport Association (IATA), a key milestone that validates its business model and facilitates its planned regional expansion into Mauritius and Reunion.
Microsoft shares suffered their steepest single-day drop in over three years after Azure cloud growth narrowly missed estimates, revealing the complex trade-offs between fueling internal AI projects and meeting soaring external demand.
Advanced talks between Devon Energy and Coterra Energy could culminate in one of the largest shale oil deals on record, signaling a new wave of consolidation as producers seek scale and efficiency amid market volatility.
President Donald Trump has nominated Kevin Warsh, a former Federal Reserve governor known for his hawkish views and nuanced stance on Bitcoin, to chair the central bank. The move sets the stage for a contentious Senate confirmation battle and could herald a significant shift in U.S. monetary policy.
U.S. stock futures turned lower Friday morning following President Trump's announcement nominating former Fed Governor Kevin Warsh to chair the Federal Reserve, replacing Jerome Powell. The move injects fresh uncertainty into monetary policy outlook.
Under new leadership, Verizon posts its best subscriber growth in years, outlines a massive cost-cutting plan, and signals a strategic pivot towards customer retention and convergence, backed by the completed Frontier acquisition.
Tesla's latest earnings call, emphasizing a strategic shift towards autonomous vehicles and robotics, has drawn a spectrum of reactions from prominent investors. While some see it as a necessary evolution, others warn of significant costs and transitional risks, creating a clear divide in analyst sentiment.
As gold and the popular GLD ETF hit historic highs, retail and institutional investors alike are grappling with a critical question: is this a sustainable shift or a speculative peak? We examine the drivers behind the surge and the debate on what comes next.
While U.S.-Asia trade tensions dampened trans-Pacific volumes, robust growth in intra-Asia and Europe-Asia corridors propelled the air freight industry to a year of expansion and adaptation, signaling a shift in global trade patterns.
The popular Vietnamese-American beverage chain is implementing Square's commerce platform to unify in-store and drive-thru experiences, enhance loyalty programs, and scale its growing national footprint.
Brookfield Business Partners reported a robust 2025, generating over $2 billion from asset sales, reducing debt, and making strategic acquisitions. The firm is on the cusp of a major corporate restructuring into a single listed entity, aiming to boost liquidity and investor appeal in a shifting global landscape.
Despite a prolonged freight recession, ArcBest reports resilient fourth-quarter performance, driven by strategic cost controls, AI integration, and growth in managed logistics solutions, while outlining a cautious outlook for 2026.
