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Aristotle Capital Exits Commerce Bancshares, Shifts Focus to AI and Growth Opportunities

Amid a surging market where value stocks outperformed and AI dominated corporate earnings calls, Aristotle Capital Management's Value Equity Strategy sold its position in Commerce Bancshares (CBSH). The firm cited a strategic pivot towards AI-driven stocks with higher perceived upside and lower risk, despite the regional bank's steady performance.

Feb 4, 2026

Business

AbbVie Outlines Robust Growth Trajectory Through 2026, Powered by Immunology Blockbusters

The pharmaceutical giant AbbVie projects profits exceeding analyst expectations for 2026, buoyed by the stellar performance of its newer immunology drugs Skyrizi and Rinvoq, which are successfully offsetting the decline of its former top-seller Humira.

Feb 4, 2026

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Morgan Stanley's Investment Banking Revival Fuels Valuation Debate After Strong Q4

Morgan Stanley's robust fourth-quarter performance, led by a resurgent investment banking division and stable wealth management, has reignited investor interest and sparked fresh analysis on whether its current stock price fully reflects future prospects.

Feb 4, 2026

Business

Kennametal Beats Street Expectations with Strong Q4, Offers Robust Outlook

Kennametal (KMT) delivered a surprise fourth-quarter performance, with sales and profit significantly exceeding analyst forecasts. The industrial tools maker also provided an optimistic revenue guidance for the coming quarter, signaling confidence in sustained demand across its key end markets.

Feb 4, 2026

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Bunge Global Soars Past Q4 Forecasts on Viterra Synergies, But Challenges Loom

Agribusiness giant Bunge Global (NYSE:BG) posted a blockbuster fourth quarter, with revenue surging 75.5% year-over-year to $23.76 billion, significantly exceeding analyst expectations. The performance highlights early gains from its transformative merger with Viterra, even as the company navigates a complex global landscape.

Feb 4, 2026

Business

Palantir Surpasses Expectations with Stellar Q4 Earnings, Fueled by Surging AI Demand

Palantir Technologies (PLTR) reported fourth-quarter revenue of $1.41 billion, exceeding analyst forecasts, as government and corporate investment in AI tools continues to accelerate. Wedbush Securities hailed the performance as another 'drop-the-mic' quarter, underscoring the company's leading position in the AI infrastructure race.

Feb 4, 2026

Business

Actuate Therapeutics Sees Market Cap Slide, Private Equity Backers Feel the Pinch

A sharp decline in Actuate Therapeutics' market valuation last week has disproportionately impacted its major private equity shareholders, who control a dominant stake in the biopharmaceutical firm. The stock's recent performance puts a spotlight on ownership structure and its influence on risk.

Feb 4, 2026

Business

MINISO Doubles Down on Global Ambitions and In-House IP, Signaling Strategic Pivot

Following a strong quarterly performance, MINISO Group has unveiled an accelerated global expansion plan and a deepened commitment to its proprietary intellectual property platform, reshaping its growth narrative and investor calculus.

Feb 4, 2026

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Santander Posts Strong Q4 Earnings, Announces €5 Billion Share Buyback Amid Strategic Expansion

Banco Santander reported a 15% rise in fourth-quarter profit and unveiled a major share repurchase program, signaling confidence in its financial health and growth strategy following its planned acquisition of U.S.-based Webster Financial.

Feb 4, 2026

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Equinor Navigates Price Dip with Record Output, Trims Green Spending to Shore Up Cash

Despite a drop in Q4 earnings, Norway's Equinor achieved record annual production in 2025, using robust operational performance to fund shareholder returns while scaling back some renewable investments.

Feb 4, 2026

Business

A Decade with Berkshire: What a $500 Investment Could Look Like in the Post-Buffett Era

With Warren Buffett's successor now at the helm, we examine the potential future of a long-term investment in Berkshire Hathaway, analyzing its historical performance and future prospects.

Feb 4, 2026

Business

Mayville Engineering Company's Stock Surge: A Closer Look Beyond the ROE Numbers

Mayville Engineering Company's (MEC) stock has climbed 20% in three months, but its modest Return on Equity tells a more complex story. We examine the financial drivers behind the rally and what it signals for investors.

Feb 4, 2026

Business

Teva's Turnaround: From Losses to Profits, Stock Soars Over 100% in a Year

Teva Pharmaceutical Industries has staged a dramatic financial recovery, posting a $1.4 billion net profit for 2025 and igniting a massive rally in its share price. Investors are now weighing whether the generic drug giant's remarkable comeback has further to run.

Feb 4, 2026

Business

Argan's Record $1.9B Backlog Fuels Growth Optimism, But Analysts Question Execution Risks

Argan Inc. reports record project backlog and strong financials, driving a significant stock rally. While management touts diversified industrial demand as a tailwind, the market debate now centers on the durability of this growth phase and the company's ability to convert its massive pipeline into sustained profit.

Feb 4, 2026

Business

Western Digital Charts Aggressive AI-Driven Future, Unveils $4 Billion Buyback at Investor Day

At its New York investor event, Western Digital detailed an accelerated roadmap for its next-generation HAMR drives and a strategic pivot squarely toward AI and cloud data centers, backed by a new $4 billion share repurchase program and bullish long-term financial targets.

Feb 4, 2026

Business

ANTA Plants Its Flag in Beverly Hills: Chinese Sportswear Giant Opens First Permanent U.S. Flagship

Chinese sportswear leader ANTA makes a strategic entry into the U.S. physical retail market with a flagship store in Beverly Hills, aiming to blend performance innovation with cultural storytelling, following its recent major investment in Puma.

Feb 4, 2026

Business

Take-Two Interactive Beats Q4 Forecasts on Mobile Surge and Franchise Strength, Eyes GTA VI Launch

Take-Two Interactive Software surpassed Wall Street's revenue expectations for its fiscal fourth quarter, driven by robust performance in its mobile division and flagship franchises. The company also issued an optimistic outlook, buoyed by anticipation for the upcoming 'Grand Theft Auto VI' release.

Feb 4, 2026

Business

Broadridge Posts Strong Q4 Revenue on Governance, Tokenization Gains; Margin Pressures Loom

Broadridge Financial Solutions beat Q4 revenue and profit estimates, driven by strength in governance services and early tokenization wins. However, rising costs and shifting revenue mix squeezed margins, casting a shadow over the otherwise robust results.

Feb 4, 2026

Business

Banking Sector in Focus: Two Regional Lenders Show Strength Amid Economic Crosscurrents

While the banking industry has outperformed the broader market over the past six months, not all lenders are positioned equally. We analyze one financial stock facing challenges and two others with resilient business models in the current economic climate.

Feb 4, 2026

Business

SoftBank's Saimemory and Intel Forge Alliance to Pioneer Next-Generation Z-Angle Memory

A strategic partnership between SoftBank's semiconductor arm and Intel aims to commercialize a breakthrough memory technology by 2029, targeting critical bottlenecks in AI and high-performance computing.

Feb 4, 2026