As markets look ahead to 2026, a mix of established giants and emerging players in AI and digital advertising present compelling opportunities for investors seeking both growth and value.
The Singapore-listed food company has turned profitable after years of losses, with a 12% return on capital employed and a significant expansion in its capital base—key indicators watched by investors seeking compounding growth stocks.
Backed by regional sovereign wealth giants, Ruya Partners is launching a $400 million fund to address middle-market lending gaps in Saudi Arabia and the UAE, positioning itself as a key player in the Gulf's burgeoning private credit landscape.
In a landmark deal set to reshape global aluminum supply chains, Aluminum Corporation of China (Chalco) and mining giant Rio Tinto have jointly acquired a controlling interest in Brazil's Companhia Brasileira de Alumínio (CBA). This strategic move marks Chalco's largest overseas investment to date, significantly expanding its international footprint and influence.
Shares of Lincoln National (NYSE: LNC) have retreated nearly 8% over the past month, trading around $41.61, despite a strong long-term track record. This pullback has reignited the debate among value investors: does the current price reflect a significant undervaluation or underlying sector headwinds? A deep dive into key valuation metrics suggests a substantial gap between the market price and intrinsic value estimates.
The death of Alicia Harnishfeger, discovered under a downtown bridge during a severe cold snap, has sparked conversations about systemic failures in addressing homelessness intertwined with mental health and substance abuse crises.
Singapore's Venture Corporation (SGX:V03) has delivered a robust 38% total shareholder return over the past year, buoyed by dividends. However, a closer look reveals declining earnings and revenue, raising questions about the sustainability of its recent market favor and its longer-term trajectory.
Shares of materials and labeling giant Avery Dennison (NYSE: AVY) have shown resilience amid broader market swings, reigniting debate over its intrinsic value. With a significant gap between its current price and analyst targets, investors are weighing its growth in digital identification technologies against persistent sector headwinds.
Bayer's share price has more than doubled in the past 12 months, yet key valuation models suggest a significant gap remains between its market price and intrinsic value. We examine the metrics behind the rally and the lingering legal and portfolio challenges facing the company.
Danaher Corporation announces a strategic investment in Automata, aiming to integrate AI-ready automation systems with its extensive portfolio of instruments and reagents. The move signals a push to deliver comprehensive, data-driven lab solutions as the life sciences sector increasingly prioritizes efficiency and scalability.
As the restaurant industry navigates post-2025 challenges of traffic recovery and margin pressure, the franchise model emerges as a defensive cornerstone for investors, offering scalability and predictable cash flows.
Social Security was designed as one component of a broader retirement strategy, not a standalone solution. For average earners, benefits typically replace about 40% of pre-retirement income, but experts urge personal savings to fill the gap.
Siemens AG is doubling down on its digital transformation, channeling investments into battery storage, AI-driven industrial solutions, and data analytics while continuing a substantial share repurchase program. This analysis examines whether these strategic moves can translate into sustainable shareholder value amid a complex financial landscape.
Microsoft shares tumbled 12% as investors questioned the return on its massive AI investments, despite strong cloud growth. The volatility has created a surge in bullish options activity, presenting strategic opportunities for long-term believers.
Swedish investment giant EQT is expanding its footprint through a strategic partnership in the private equity secondaries market with Coller Capital, while its foundation launches a science grant program targeting substitutes for critical minerals. The dual moves signal a broader strategy to tap into new fee streams and align with long-term sustainability trends, even as the firm's shares trade at levels some analysts consider undervalued.
A scheduled increase in the taxable wage base for Social Security will impact earnings up to $184,500 next year, altering tax liabilities for higher earners and potentially widening the retirement savings gap for millions.
Financial planners are urging a shift in mindset: the date on your retirement party invitation matters less than the balance in your investment portfolio. We break down the calculations that show whether you're truly ready to leave the workforce.
From innovative financing for indie labels to major acquisitions in live events, the music business landscape is being reshaped by a series of strategic partnerships and investments unveiled over the past fortnight.
A former investment advisor with ties to major Wall Street firms has been sentenced to six years behind bars for orchestrating a million-dollar fraud scheme, using client funds to finance a luxury lifestyle that included high-end cars and country club memberships.
London-based trading giant IG Group has completed its takeover of Australian cryptocurrency exchange Independent Reserve, following regulatory approval in Singapore. The move paves the way for the launch of regulated crypto services in key markets including Singapore, Australia, and the UAE by late 2026.
