MTF Enterprises, operator of 43 Subway locations, enters bankruptcy protection, alleging that aggressive lending practices crippled its finances. The case highlights growing tensions within the franchise model and the risks of alternative small-business financing.
President Trump's selection of Kevin Warsh to lead the Federal Reserve has bolstered the dollar and triggered a sharp sell-off in gold and silver, raising questions about the future of the metals trade amid shifting monetary policy expectations.
Russian pipeline gas exports to Europe via TurkStream increased in January, even as the EU finalizes a sweeping ban and Moscow's overall sales hit a multi-decade low, underscoring the continent's complex and uneven energy transition.
With gold and silver hitting record highs amid market turbulence, numismatic experts argue that certified rare coins offer a unique blend of tangible value, historical significance, and surprising liquidity for discerning investors.
The White House has confirmed the launch of a major strategic initiative to stockpile rare earth elements, aiming to reduce American dependence on China for the critical minerals used in defense tech and consumer electronics.
Needham raises Nova Ltd. (NVMI) to Buy with a $500 price target, citing improving industry conditions and the company's strategic position in China's memory market. The upgrade follows a similar bullish move by Bank of America earlier in January.
NVIDIA's CEO Jensen Huang indicates that Chinese regulatory approval for the sale of its flagship H200 AI chip is still pending, amid high demand from major tech firms and ongoing U.S.-China tech tensions.
Amid a fragile de-escalation, Tehran confirms it is reviewing regional mediation proposals and expects a framework for renewed negotiations with Washington within days, though significant hurdles remain.
The British government is proposing legislative changes to allow troops to intercept and destroy threatening drones near defense sites, following a sharp increase in reported incidents amid heightened European security tensions.
ABB's shares surged 10% following its annual results, with earnings per share exceeding forecasts. Analysts have raised their price target to CHF 60.30 and project accelerated revenue growth ahead of industry peers.
Lawmakers reconvene Monday as House GOP leadership pushes for rapid passage of a stopgap funding bill to prevent a prolonged partial government shutdown, with tensions high over border security provisions.
A two-week carriage dispute between Disney and YouTube TV last November resulted in a significant financial blow to Disney's sports division, highlighting the ongoing tensions in the streaming and traditional cable landscape.
Japan has successfully retrieved rare-earth-rich sediment from the deep Pacific seabed in a world-first test, marking a significant step in its national strategy to diversify critical mineral supplies and reduce dependence on China.
As the global payments giant prepares to report its fiscal year results, analysts forecast continued strong fundamentals for Visa. However, its recent underperformance against the broader market and a cautious consumer climate raise questions for investors seeking value.
Senior U.S. envoy Steve Witkoff is set to arrive in Jerusalem for meetings with Prime Minister Netanyahu and military leaders, as Washington seeks to navigate escalating regional tensions with Iran and advance efforts to end the Gaza conflict.
Analysts at Piper Sandler have increased their price target for Permian Basin-focused producer Diamondback Energy (FANG) to $218, maintaining an Overweight rating. The move comes as the firm anticipates solid Q4 results for gas-focused companies, while oil producers navigate a tougher pricing environment.
A sharp sell-off in gold and silver, alongside falling oil prices, has sparked volatility across global markets at the start of a week packed with major earnings and central bank decisions.
Vice President Sara Duterte faces renewed impeachment efforts in the Philippine Congress, centered on allegations of misusing millions in confidential funds. The move reignites political tensions in a nation grappling with the legacies of powerful political dynasties.
A sharp $250 billion sell-off across cryptocurrency markets this weekend has been attributed by analysts to a tightening of U.S. dollar liquidity, driven by macro fiscal pressures, rather than a fundamental failure of digital assets.
A coalition of major international NGOs is refusing to comply with Israeli orders to hand over detailed staff information, calling it a safety risk and an obstruction of aid, as tensions escalate following the expulsion of Médecins Sans Frontières.
