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Mark Cuban Takes Aim at Insurance Giants, Urges Investors and Berkshire Hathaway to Rethink Stakes

Billionaire investor Mark Cuban has launched a fresh critique against major insurance companies, accusing them of shifting financial risks onto healthcare providers and patients. In a pointed social media post, he called for a reassessment of investments in the sector, directly addressing Warren Buffett's Berkshire Hathaway.

Feb 3, 2026

Business

Consumer Reports' 2026 Top Picks Signal a Tipping Point: All 10 Best New Cars Are Electrified

In a landmark shift, every vehicle on Consumer Reports' 2026 '10 Best' list is either a hybrid or fully electric, underscoring a decisive move toward electrification in the mainstream auto market.

Feb 3, 2026

US

‘One Small Step’: $20M Grassroots Campaign Launches to Rekindle National Pride Ahead of Semiquincentennial

Ahead of America's 250th anniversary, a major limited-government group unveils a multimillion-dollar initiative aimed at reconnecting citizens with the nation's founding ideals through local events and civic actions.

Feb 3, 2026

Business

How AI Levels the Playing Field: Solo Founders Take On Consumer Goods Giants

Armed with artificial intelligence, a new wave of solo entrepreneurs is competing in the consumer packaged goods arena, using the technology for everything from market research to strategic planning—tasks once reserved for large corporate teams.

Feb 3, 2026

Business

Ørsted Sells European Onshore Wind, Solar Portfolio in $1.7 Billion Strategic Shift to Offshore Focus

Danish energy giant Ørsted has agreed to sell its entire European onshore renewables business to Copenhagen Infrastructure Partners for $1.7 billion, marking a decisive pivot to concentrate its resources on large-scale offshore wind development across core European markets.

Feb 3, 2026

Business

Bloom Energy's Landmark Utility Deal with AEP: A Game-Changer or a Valuation Stretch?

Bloom Energy secures a multi-billion dollar, multi-year agreement with American Electric Power, marking its largest commercial deal to date. The partnership promises a major rollout of Bloom's fuel cell technology but arrives as the company's stock faces intense scrutiny over its recent meteoric rise and long-term valuation.

Feb 3, 2026

Business

Ferrero Appoints Insider to Helm WK Kellogg Following $3.1B Acquisition, Eyes Cereal Revival

Jean-Baptiste Santoul, a Ferrero veteran, takes the reins at the newly acquired WK Kellogg, pledging to accelerate growth and navigate the challenges facing the North American cereal market.

Feb 3, 2026

Business

Taiwanese Jacquard Innovator 496 Fabric Lab Harnesses AI to Unlock Creative Potential, Slash Lead Times

Facing industry-wide pressure for faster turnarounds, Taipei-based specialty weaver 496 Fabric Lab is deploying artificial intelligence to revolutionize its design process, aiming to preserve the artistry of jacquard denim while dramatically accelerating production timelines.

Feb 3, 2026

Business

Japan's Machine Tool Orders Surge in December, Pointing to Renewed Industrial Confidence

Japanese machine tool orders jumped nearly 16% in December 2025, breaking a two-month decline and signaling a potential rebound in global manufacturing investment as companies prepare for future demand.

Feb 3, 2026

US

From Gatekeepers to Guides: How Plummeting Enrollment Is Forcing a Radical Rethink of College Admissions

As student numbers dwindle, a quiet revolution is underway in university admissions offices nationwide. The traditional aloofness is giving way to proactive, hands-on coaching, transforming counselors into personal navigators for incoming freshmen.

Feb 3, 2026

Business

Arkema's Battery Ambitions and Sustainability Credentials: Is the Market Still Underestimating the Stock?

French specialty chemicals giant Arkema has inked a strategic battery partnership and secured a top sustainability rating. Analysts are weighing whether these moves signal a transformative shift for the company's role in the EV and energy storage sectors, and if its current share price fully reflects this potential.

Feb 3, 2026

Business

Rio Tinto's Dual Strategy: Forging a Low-Carbon Future in Brazil While Eyeing a Historic Glencore Merger

Mining giant Rio Tinto is advancing on two transformative fronts: a joint venture with China's Chalco to secure low-carbon aluminium assets in Brazil, and high-stakes merger talks with Glencore that could redraw the global mining landscape.

Feb 3, 2026

Business

ConocoPhillips Stock: A Deep Value Play or Market Skepticism? Analysts Point to Significant Cash Flow Discount

ConocoPhillips shares have shown steady gains, yet a detailed financial analysis suggests a stark disconnect. Our valuation models indicate the stock may be trading at a substantial discount to its intrinsic value, raising questions about market sentiment versus fundamental potential.

Feb 3, 2026

World

Balochistan's Enduring Conflict: A Cycle of Rebellion and Repression in Pakistan's Largest Province

Decades of political marginalization and heavy-handed security responses have fueled a persistent insurgency in resource-rich Balochistan, with recent violence underscoring the failure to address core grievances.

Feb 3, 2026

Business

Chubb's Stock Surge: A Closer Look at the Financial Engine Behind the Rally

Shares of insurance giant Chubb have climbed 9% in three months. We analyze the key financial metrics, particularly its robust Return on Equity, to understand if the momentum is built on solid fundamentals and what it signals for future growth.

Feb 3, 2026

Midi Health Reaches $1B 'Unicorn' Status, Championing a 'Hospital Without Walls' for Women's Midlife Care

The telehealth platform's landmark valuation signals a pivotal shift for the historically underfunded women's health sector, as it scales specialized care for menopause and beyond.

Feb 3, 2026

Business

Quebec Hosts World's First Field Test for Engineered Mineral Hydrogen

Vema Hydrogen has completed drilling its inaugural pilot wells in Quebec, marking the first real-world deployment of its novel Engineered Mineral Hydrogen technology. The project aims to validate a method for producing clean, baseload hydrogen directly from underground rock formations.

Feb 3, 2026

World

Prysmian Lands £2 Billion Deal to Power UK's Green Energy Superhighway

The Italian cable giant has been awarded a major contract to supply over 640km of subsea and underground HVDC cables for the Eastern Green Link 4, a critical infrastructure project set to channel renewable power from Scotland to England by 2033.

Feb 3, 2026

Business

Baron Discovery Fund Bets on Medical Aesthetics, Highlights Establishment Labs as Top Performer

In its Q4 2025 letter, Baron Discovery Fund pointed to medical technology firm Establishment Labs Holdings (ESTA) as a key contributor, despite the fund's slight underperformance against its benchmark. The fund remains optimistic about a high-growth, low-inflation environment in 2026.

Feb 3, 2026

Business

BHP Inks Landmark Partnership with Indigenous-Owned Nyapiri Macro for Mt Goldsworthy Operations

Mining giant BHP has entered a multi-year framework agreement with majority Indigenous-owned Nyapiri Macro Mining, securing a range of services for its Mt Goldsworthy site and marking a significant step in its engagement with Traditional Owner groups.

Feb 3, 2026