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Kraft Heinz Splits Sauces from Grocery as Berkshire Trims Stake, Redefining Future

Kraft Heinz announces a major corporate split, separating its global sauces division from its North American grocery business, while Berkshire Hathaway begins selling down its significant stake. The moves signal a strategic pivot for the iconic food giant, raising questions about valuation, dividends, and long-term direction in a shifting consumer landscape.

Jan 30, 2026

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Plug Power Seeks Extension in Crucial Shareholder Vote to Double Authorized Shares

Plug Power has adjourned a key shareholder vote to February 5th, as it struggles to secure sufficient turnout to approve a measure that would double its authorized shares to 3 billion, a move the company calls essential for its financial stability and growth plans.

Jan 30, 2026

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Citi Doubles Down on AppLovin: Maintains Buy Rating with $820 Target, Citing E-Commerce Surge

Citigroup reaffirms its bullish stance on AppLovin (APP), highlighting the rapid adoption of its Axon platform by e-commerce clients and improved customer quality as key growth drivers, with a price target of $820.

Jan 30, 2026

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Royal Caribbean Charts Aggressive Expansion with $5 Billion Fleet Investment, CFO Says

As demand surges post-pandemic, Royal Caribbean Group is committing billions to new ships and destinations. CFO Naftali Holtz details the balancing act between ambitious growth, shareholder returns, and leveraging AI to enhance the passenger experience.

Jan 30, 2026

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Israel Bets on Nebius Group to Power National AI Ambitions with Supercomputer Contract

Nebius Group secures a pivotal government contract to operate Israel's national AI supercomputer, boosting its credibility and positioning it at the heart of the country's tech ecosystem, as analysts eye its growth potential.

Jan 30, 2026

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A Tale of Two Havens: Silver's Supply Squeeze Diverges Sharply from Bitcoin's Macro Woes

Once hailed as twin hedges against fiat currency, silver and Bitcoin are now charting starkly different courses. Driven by a tangible industrial shortage, silver's historic rally contrasts with Bitcoin's slump, which is increasingly tethered to broader financial liquidity and risk sentiment.

Jan 30, 2026

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Binance Under Fire: Unpacking the Lingering Distrust on Crypto Twitter

Months after the 'Crypto Black Friday' crash, allegations of platform instability and market manipulation continue to dog Binance, sparking fierce debate about trust and power in the digital asset space.

Jan 30, 2026

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Analyst Warns: XRP and Dogecoin Face Steep Declines in 2026 Amid Market Headwinds

As the cryptocurrency market grapples with sustained selling pressure, a new analysis highlights significant vulnerabilities for two of the most recognizable digital assets, XRP and Dogecoin, projecting potential losses exceeding 50% in the coming year.

Jan 30, 2026

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Morgan Stanley Backs NIO with Overweight Rating, Citing Aggressive Delivery Targets and New Model Pipeline

Morgan Stanley reaffirms its Overweight rating on NIO Inc., maintaining a $7 price target. Analyst Tim Hsiao highlights the EV maker's plan for 40-50% annual delivery growth through 2026 and improved strategic focus following a meeting with founder William Li.

Jan 30, 2026

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Intuit Shares Tumble 24% Amid AI Anxiety: Market Overreaction or Sign of Slowing Growth?

Despite posting strong Q1 results and reaffirming its double-digit growth outlook for fiscal 2026, Intuit's stock has been caught in a broader software sector sell-off. Investors are grappling with whether AI poses a disruptive threat or a tangible growth catalyst for the financial software giant.

Jan 30, 2026

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Texas Shatters Employment Records in December, Cements Status as Nation's Top Job Creator for 2025

Newly released federal data confirms Texas led all states in job creation last year, setting new historic highs for total employment, workforce size, and nonfarm jobs in December, even as regional disparities persist.

Jan 30, 2026

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Soybean Futures Slump as Export Data Disappoints, Market Eyes USDA Crush Report

Soybean prices extended their decline on Friday, pressured by lackluster export sales data and a broader commodity sell-off. With key commitments lagging last year's pace, traders are now looking ahead to next week's crush data for signs of domestic demand strength.

Jan 30, 2026

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Corn Futures Slide to End January Amid Strong Dollar, Export Strength Fails to Offset Pressure

Corn futures extended losses on Friday, pressured by a strengthening U.S. dollar and weaker crude oil prices. Despite robust export sales data running ahead of historical pace, front-month contracts fell 5 to 5.5 cents, pushing the national average cash price lower.

Jan 30, 2026

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Dollar's Rebound Triggers Bitcoin Retreat: A Tale of Inverse Correlation

Bitcoin's rally to near $91,000 this week was abruptly halted as the U.S. dollar found its footing. The shift highlights the cryptocurrency's growing sensitivity to traditional macroeconomic forces and Federal Reserve policy speculation.

Jan 30, 2026

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Precious Metals Plummet in Historic Sell-Off, Bitcoin Holds Steady Near $83,000

A dramatic reversal in precious metals markets saw silver crash 35% and gold fall 12% in a single session, testing a long-held crypto theory about capital rotation as Bitcoin demonstrates relative stability.

Jan 30, 2026

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Momentum Check: One Surging Stock Worth a Closer Look, Two to Approach with Caution

While several stocks have posted impressive gains recently, not all momentum stories are built to last. We analyze one company with durable advantages and two where recent rallies may warrant skepticism.

Jan 30, 2026

Business

Beyond the Hype: Two Regional Banks Poised for Growth, One Faces Headwinds

In a market fixated on tech giants, savvy investors are looking to regional financial institutions for sustainable growth. We analyze two banks with strong momentum and one where caution may be warranted, against a backdrop of shifting interest rates and economic uncertainty.

Jan 30, 2026

Business

Three Sub-$50 Stocks on Shaky Ground: Why Investors Should Proceed with Caution

While stocks priced between $10 and $50 often signal companies past their initial hurdles, they can also mask underlying vulnerabilities. We analyze three such stocks—Figs, Array Technologies, and Kforce—that currently present significant risks to investors, despite their seemingly accessible price tags.

Jan 30, 2026

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Himax Stock Under Pressure: Three Red Flags and a Preferred Alternative

Himax Technologies shares have significantly underperformed the broader market, declining 7.5% over the past six months. We examine the key challenges facing the display driver IC specialist and highlight a more compelling investment opportunity.

Jan 30, 2026

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Beyond the Giants: Why Ciena Could Be the AI Infrastructure Play for 2026

While investors chase AI's headline names, optical networking leader Ciena has quietly outperformed the sector. With surging demand for high-speed data transmission and an attractive valuation, it presents a compelling case for the coming year.

Jan 30, 2026