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Cisco Doubles Down on AI Networking, Anchors European Expansion with Major Renewable Energy Deal in Poland

At its recent AI Summit, Cisco Systems unveiled a multi-pronged strategy to cement its role in enterprise AI infrastructure, deepening its alliance with Nvidia and launching a new partner program. In a significant move for its European operations, the company also secured a 15-year renewable energy agreement to power its Polish data centers, directly linking its AI growth to sustainable power sourcing.

Feb 4, 2026

World

UN Chief Warns of 'Imminent Financial Collapse' as U.S. Withholds Billions in Dues

U.N. Secretary-General Antonio Guterres has issued his starkest warning yet, stating the organization faces an imminent cash crisis due to unpaid member fees, primarily from the United States, and an internal budget rule forcing the return of unspent funds.

Feb 4, 2026

Business

U.S. Gains Strategic Foothold in Congo's Critical Minerals Race with Glencore Stake Sale

In a major shift for Africa's mining sector, Glencore sells a significant stake in its Congolese copper and cobalt operations to a U.S.-backed consortium, marking a strategic move by Washington to secure supply chains and counter Chinese influence.

Feb 4, 2026

Business

Nevada Regulators Halt Coinbase Prediction Markets, Escalating State vs. Federal Crypto Clash

Nevada gaming authorities have ordered Coinbase to cease its prediction markets operations, ruling the contracts constitute unlicensed gambling. The move challenges Coinbase's federal regulatory strategy and threatens its nationwide rollout of the controversial product.

Feb 4, 2026

Business

Cognizant Beats Street Forecasts, Fueled by Surging Enterprise AI Adoption

IT services giant Cognizant Technology Solutions has issued an upbeat revenue forecast for 2026, surpassing analyst expectations. The company credits the accelerating integration of artificial intelligence into core business operations for driving sustained demand for its consulting and implementation services.

Feb 4, 2026

Anduril's $500K AI Drone Race Aims to Recruit Top Tech Talent for Ohio Defense Hub

Defense tech firm Anduril Industries launches a global autonomous drone racing competition, offering substantial cash prizes and guaranteed jobs to attract elite software developers to its growing Ohio operations.

Feb 4, 2026

Business

GameStop Eyes Major Public Company Acquisition, May Liquidate Bitcoin Holdings to Fund Deal

GameStop CEO Ryan Cohen has unveiled plans for a potentially transformative acquisition of a publicly traded consumer company, signaling a strategic pivot that could reshape the retailer's future. The company may sell its Bitcoin assets to finance the move, while the board has tied Cohen's compensation to ambitious new growth targets.

Feb 4, 2026

Business

Kyivstar's Oversubscribed Offering Fuels Digital Ambitions and M&A Drive

Kyivstar Group's successful secondary offering on Nasdaq has bolstered its war chest, enabling a sharper pivot towards building a digital ecosystem and pursuing strategic acquisitions beyond its core telecom operations.

Feb 4, 2026

Business

Equinor Sells $1.1 Billion Argentina Onshore Stakes, Sharpens Offshore Focus

Norway's state-backed energy giant Equinor has completed the sale of its Vaca Muerta shale assets in Argentina to Vista Energy, netting approximately $1.1 billion. The deal marks a strategic retreat from onshore operations in the country, allowing the company to concentrate its regional efforts on its remaining offshore holdings and align its global portfolio with core offshore and energy transition projects.

Feb 4, 2026

Business

Seeking Stability: Why European Dividend Stocks Are Gaining Investor Attention

Amidst a backdrop of cautious economic recovery and market volatility, European dividend-paying companies are emerging as a focal point for investors prioritizing income and resilience. We analyze three standout contenders from Italy, France, and Germany.

Feb 4, 2026

Business

WTW Reports Sharp Q4 Profit Drop Amid Strategic Shifts, Eyes Margin Growth in 2026

Global advisory firm WTW saw its fourth-quarter profit fall 41% year-over-year to $736 million, though full-year 2025 net income rebounded to $1.61 billion. The decline reflects divestiture impacts and economic headwinds, even as core operations show organic growth and the company outlines an aggressive buyback and acquisition strategy.

Feb 4, 2026

Business

Beyond the Headlines: Analysts Probe First Financial's Post-Acquisition Path After Strong Q4

First Financial Bancorp's Q4 earnings were buoyed by record fee income and the integration of recent acquisitions, but analysts on the call focused on the sustainability of growth and the road ahead for cost synergies.

Feb 4, 2026

Business

Business Services Sector Lags the Market: Three Stocks Facing Headwinds

While business services firms help companies optimize operations, the sector has underperformed the broader market. A combination of tightening corporate budgets and disruptive AI technologies is weighing on sentiment. We examine three specific stocks where caution may be warranted.

Feb 4, 2026

Business

Princeton University Announces Multi-Year Budget Restraint Amid Slowing Endowment Growth

Facing a projected downturn in investment returns and a new federal tax on large endowments, Princeton University is preparing for a period of budgetary tightening, signaling potential cuts to programs and operations after a decade of rapid expansion.

Feb 4, 2026

Business

Three High-Yield Dividend Stocks Averaging 7.97% Yield Emerge as Compelling February Buys

Amid a historically expensive market, three income-generating stocks with historically high yields present a rare value opportunity for investors seeking both income and potential capital appreciation.

Feb 4, 2026

Business

Siemens Energy Surges on $1 Billion U.S. Expansion Plan and Strategic Review of Wind Unit

Shares in Siemens Energy jumped nearly 9% following the company's dual announcement of a major U.S. manufacturing investment to meet AI data center power demand and a potential future spin-off of its struggling Siemens Gamesa renewable energy division, pending a stabilization of its operations.

Feb 4, 2026

Business

Rithm Capital Bets on Tech Overhaul: Can ValonOS Reshape Mortgage Servicing?

Rithm Capital posts solid Q4 earnings while making a strategic push to modernize its mortgage servicing operations through a deeper integration of Valon Technologies' platform, aiming to cut costs and improve efficiency in a challenging market.

Feb 4, 2026

Business

UBS Posts Stellar 2025 Results with 53% Profit Surge, Boosts Shareholder Returns

UBS Group reported a net profit of $7.8 billion for 2025, a 53% jump from the previous year, driven by its diversified global operations and client activity in volatile markets. The bank announced a significant dividend hike and a new share buyback program.

Feb 4, 2026

Business

Aktienbrauerei Kaufbeuren's 30% ROE: A Sign of Strength or a Debt-Fueled Mirage?

The Bavarian real estate firm Aktienbrauerei Kaufbeuren (MUN:ABK) boasts a return on equity that towers above its industry peers. But a deeper look reveals a capital structure heavily reliant on debt, raising questions about the sustainability of its impressive returns.

Feb 4, 2026

Business

Morgan Stanley Leadership in Focus: Insider Sale Coincides with Strategic Trade Outlook

A recent stock sale by a top Morgan Stanley executive and the firm's public commentary on shifting global trade patterns are offering investors a dual lens into the bank's strategic positioning and risk assessment.

Feb 4, 2026