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Dolby Labs Beats Expectations, Raises Outlook on Strong Deals and Key Partnerships

Dolby Laboratories (DLB) reported first-quarter results that exceeded analyst forecasts, prompting the company to raise its full-year guidance. The audio-visual technology leader cited earlier-than-anticipated deal closures, momentum in mobile and broadcast, and strategic wins with partners like Sony, TCL, and Peacock as key drivers.

Jan 30, 2026

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Visa Posts Strong Q1 2026 Results, Fueled by Payment Volume and Strategic Services Growth

Visa Inc. reported a 15% surge in net revenue for its first fiscal quarter of 2026, citing robust payments volume and significant gains in its value-added services and commercial solutions.

Jan 30, 2026

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DXC Technology Charts AI-Driven Path Amid Revenue Headwinds, Eyes Long-Term Value

Despite a 4.3% year-over-year revenue decline in Q3 FY2026, DXC Technology outlines a strategic pivot, leveraging its legacy systems and AI to build scalable IP and shift toward value-based pricing models.

Jan 30, 2026

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Viavi Solutions Stock Soars to 22-Year High After Announcing Cost-Cutting Restructuring Plan

Shares of communications testing firm Viavi Solutions surged over 17% to a level not seen since 2002, as investors cheered a new restructuring initiative aimed at saving $30 million annually, despite the company posting a quarterly net loss.

Jan 30, 2026

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Sumitomo Metal Mining Soars to Record High on Regnault Gold Boost, But Valuation Concerns Loom

Sumitomo Metal Mining's shares surged nearly 10% to a historic peak following an upgraded resource estimate at its Canadian gold project, capping a stunning 183% annual rally. The dramatic run-up, however, leaves investors grappling with a sky-high valuation that appears disconnected from traditional metrics.

Jan 30, 2026

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Insider Confidence: Asian Growth Stocks Where Leadership Has Skin in the Game

Amidst market volatility, a select group of Asian companies with significant insider ownership are drawing investor attention, signaling strong internal belief in their long-term growth trajectories.

Jan 30, 2026

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PACCAR Navigates Q4 Headwinds Amid Leadership Shift, Holds Firm on EV and Profit Trajectory

PACCAR reports softer fourth-quarter sales and earnings alongside the retirement of a key executive, yet maintains its full-year profit record and commitment to next-generation truck technology, setting the stage for a pivotal 2026.

Jan 30, 2026

Business

Roku's Rollercoaster Ride: Is the Streaming Giant a Bargain After Recent Slide?

Roku shares have retreated from recent highs, trading around $100. With conflicting signals from valuation models, investors are weighing whether the pullback presents a buying opportunity or signals deeper challenges in the competitive streaming landscape.

Jan 30, 2026

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CBA and Mastercard Pioneer AI-Driven 'Agentic' Payments in Australian First

Commonwealth Bank of Australia has partnered with Mastercard to conduct the nation's first pilot of authenticated 'agentic' payments, a move that could redefine how transactions are initiated and managed by artificial intelligence.

Jan 30, 2026

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Shell Faces $4 Billion Hit After Losing Key Arbitration Over Kazakh Oil Field

An international tribunal has ruled against Shell and partner Eni in a cost-recovery dispute at Kazakhstan's Karachaganak field, potentially exposing the energy giants to a multi-billion dollar payout and forcing contract renegotiations that could reshape future cash flows from the strategic asset.

Jan 30, 2026

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Crypto Markets See $1.7 Billion Wiped Out in Leveraged Wipeout as Geopolitical Fears Spike

A sharp sell-off across digital assets triggered over $1.7 billion in leveraged position liquidations, with Bitcoin and Ethereum leading the losses as market sentiment hits 'extreme fear' levels.

Jan 30, 2026

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Apple's Stellar Quarter Highlights Supply Chain Mastery, Yet AI Ambiguity Clouds Future

Apple's Q1 earnings smashed expectations, fueled by surging iPhone sales and robust performance in China. While CEO Tim Cook's operational prowess is undeniable, the company's muted AI strategy and reliance on a Google partnership left investors wanting more.

Jan 30, 2026

Business

Mastercard Caps Off 'Very Strong' 2025, Eyes Growth in Services and New Tech for 2026

Mastercard reported robust Q4 and full-year 2025 results, driven by double-digit revenue growth and surging value-added services. Executives expressed confidence for 2026, highlighting strategic wins, investments in digital assets like stablecoins, and a focus on 'agentic commerce,' even as they plan a restructuring affecting 4% of staff.

Jan 30, 2026

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Lazard Posts Record Advisory Revenue in 2025, Citing Strategic Gains and Asset Management Turnaround

Lazard Ltd. reported strong fourth-quarter and full-year 2025 results, driven by record financial advisory fees and a rebound in assets under management. Executives framed the performance as validation of the firm's long-term 'Lazard 2030' strategy, highlighting talent investments and a robust pipeline for future growth.

Jan 30, 2026

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Bitcoin Tumbles to $82K Amid Policy Jitters, Triggering $1.7B in Market Liquidations

Bitcoin plunged to a nine-month low as a confluence of political uncertainty and geopolitical tensions sparked a broad market sell-off, forcing over $1.6 billion in leveraged positions to close.

Jan 30, 2026

Business

Allegro MicroSystems Soars to Two-Year High on Strong Quarterly Turnaround and Upbeat Guidance

Allegro MicroSystems, Inc. (NASDAQ: ALGM) surged nearly 10% to a two-year peak after reporting a profitable third quarter and raising its sales forecast, fueled by robust demand in automotive and industrial sectors.

Jan 30, 2026

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Expedia Announces Workforce Reduction Amid AI-Driven Restructuring

Expedia Group has filed a WARN notice confirming 162 job cuts at its Seattle headquarters and among remote staff, marking the latest in a series of layoffs as the company accelerates its AI transformation amid intensifying industry competition.

Jan 30, 2026

Business

SAP Shares Hit 52-Week Low as AI Disruption Fears Rattle Software Sector

SAP SE's stock plunged to a yearly low following a cautious sector outlook from JPMorgan, which highlighted AI's potential to disrupt traditional SaaS business models, despite the company reporting robust annual earnings.

Jan 30, 2026

Business

Hycroft Mining Shares Tumble Over 11% as Precious Metals Retreat from Peaks

Hycroft Mining Holding Corp. (HYMC) fell sharply for a second consecutive session, mirroring a pullback in gold and silver prices after their record-breaking rallies. The decline highlights the stock's sensitivity to commodity price swings despite recent positive operational updates.

Jan 30, 2026

Business

Dolby Laboratories Surpasses Expectations in Q1 2026, Driven by Automotive and Streaming Growth

Dolby Laboratories (NYSE: DLB) kicked off fiscal 2026 with robust first-quarter results, exceeding its own revenue and earnings forecasts. The audio-visual technology leader credits strong deal timing and highlighted significant momentum in automotive, television, and mobile partnerships, including expanded ties with Qualcomm and major social media platforms.

Jan 30, 2026