Copper prices rebounded over 2% on the LME, recovering from an 11% slide, as Chinese investors and fabricators seized the dip ahead of the Lunar New Year. The broader base metals complex also edged higher.
A sharp afternoon selloff dragged Hong Kong's benchmark tech gauge to the edge of a bear market, with losses led by sector giants. Investor anxiety is mounting over potential new taxes for internet companies, compounding existing pressures from valuation concerns and intense domestic competition.
China is poised for a landmark energy transition this year, with solar power capacity expected to overtake coal for the first time, according to industry forecasts. The shift underscores the nation's accelerating pivot towards renewables, which are projected to make up half of the total installed power capacity by year-end.
While China solidified its position as the global leader in wind and solar installations in 2025, a concurrent and significant rise in new coal-fired power capacity has sparked international debate over the nation's near-term climate trajectory and energy strategy.
A notable easing of U.S.-Iran tensions has buoyed investor sentiment across Gulf bourses, shifting focus to earnings season and creating a window for undervalued small-cap opportunities. We analyze three standout picks from a regional screener.
Northrop Grumman capped off the year with record orders and solid execution across its defense portfolio. While management highlighted progress on programs like the B-21, analysts zeroed in on future challenges during the earnings call.
Sysco's fourth-quarter results met revenue expectations and exceeded adjusted earnings forecasts, driven by resilient U.S. case volume growth and disciplined cost management. The food distribution giant's performance stands in contrast to broader restaurant industry softness.
Despite a recent 10% share price decline, analysts point to Federal Signal's robust sales growth, accelerating revenue forecasts, and expanding profitability as reasons for investor optimism. We examine the fundamentals behind the industrial safety equipment maker's market divergence.
A Ugandan court has discontinued the country's first prosecution under its harsh 2023 anti-gay law, which allows for the death penalty, after finding the defendant of unsound mind following a prolonged detention.
A Malaysian High Court has acquitted French national Tom Felix on all drug-related charges, sparing him a potential death sentence and concluding a lengthy detention. The ruling cited insufficient evidence linking him directly to the seized narcotics.
General Motors' Q4 earnings call revealed a company navigating a pivotal transition. While disciplined execution on traditional vehicles boosted profits, analysts zeroed in on the pace of its electric vehicle strategy, digital services growth, and long-term margin targets.
Invesco reported stronger-than-expected Q4 revenue, yet shares fell as operating margins contracted sharply. Management points to aggressive tech spending and integration costs, sparking a critical debate on the firm's growth strategy versus near-term profitability.
Despite meeting revenue targets, Qorvo's latest earnings drew a skeptical market response. Analysts zeroed in on the company's pivot away from low-margin smartphone business and its bets on defense and next-gen connectivity to drive future growth.
Packaging Corporation of America's Q4 earnings fell short of estimates, driven by elevated costs and softer volumes. While management pointed to integration challenges and operational headwinds, analysts on the call pressed for clarity on the path to margin recovery and synergy realization.
Shares of BOK Financial have soared over 30% in six months, dramatically outpacing the broader market. As the stock hovers near $130 post-earnings, investors are weighing whether the regional bank's rally has legs or if it's run out of steam.
Despite a sharp 17% share price decline over six months, digital remittance leader Remitly shows underlying strength with surging user growth and a recent turn to profitability. We examine whether the current valuation presents a compelling entry point for investors.
Despite outperforming the S&P 500 by nearly 11% over the past six months, a closer look at PNC Financial Services Group reveals pressure on core banking metrics. Analysts point to tepid net interest income growth and a projected decline in tangible book value as reasons for caution, suggesting investors may find better opportunities elsewhere in the financial sector.
As the Q3 earnings season concludes, Brady Corporation leads a diverse group of safety and security services stocks with a strong performance, while the sector navigates evolving physical and digital threats.
As Fluence Energy prepares to report Q4 earnings, investors are watching for signs of a revenue rebound and improved guidance. The stock's recent surge adds pressure for a strong performance.
Title insurance leader Stewart Information Services (NYSE: STC) will release its fourth-quarter financial results Wednesday afternoon, with analysts projecting continued revenue growth despite recent sector headwinds.
