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Bargain Hunting in Asia: Three Undervalued Stocks Poised for Growth Amid Market Volatility

Amid economic headwinds and geopolitical tensions, discerning investors are scouring Asian markets for hidden gems. We spotlight three companies—from China's food sector to Taiwan's tech and Japan's chemicals—trading significantly below their estimated intrinsic value, offering potential upside for the patient investor.

Feb 2, 2026

Business

The Hidden Engine of the Energy Transition: How Green Tech Fuels Fossil Fuel Demand

Record global investments in wind, solar, and EVs are paradoxically driving a surge in demand for coal, oil, and gas, as the production of essential materials like cement and steel remains locked into hydrocarbon-based economies, primarily in Asia.

Feb 2, 2026

Business

Apple Soars on Record Holiday Quarter, Fueled by iPhone Demand and AI Ambitions

Apple shares surged over 4% as blockbuster Q1 earnings, led by iPhone sales and services growth, reignited investor confidence in the tech giant's expansion narrative, particularly in key markets like India.

Feb 2, 2026

Business

U.S. Gas Prices Hold Steady Amid Seasonal Lull, But Regional Disparities Widen

National average gasoline prices showed minimal movement in the week ending February 2, 2026, hovering near $2.88 per gallon. However, the gap between the most and least expensive markets exceeds $2.65, highlighting ongoing regional volatility despite overall price stability.

Feb 2, 2026

Southeast Asian Exporters Defy US Tariffs, Widening Trade Gap with Washington

Despite facing increased US duties, Malaysia, Thailand, and Vietnam have expanded their trade surplus with the United States over the past year, even as their deficits with China grow, highlighting shifting global trade dynamics under renewed protectionist pressures.

Feb 2, 2026

Business

Cocoa Futures Rebound as Ivory Coast Shipments Slow, But Market Glut Weighs on Sentiment

Cocoa prices edged higher Monday, finding a brief respite from a prolonged slump as delivery slowdowns in top grower Ivory Coast triggered short-covering. However, the rally remains fragile, overshadowed by bulging global stocks, weak demand, and forecasts for a continued supply surplus.

Feb 2, 2026

Business

Robinhood Shares Plunge into Oversold Territory Amid Crypto Rout: Is This a Buying Opportunity?

Robinhood Markets stock tumbled sharply on Monday, dragged down by a broad selloff in cryptocurrencies. Despite the plunge, some analysts see the dip as a chance to buy into the fintech platform's long-term growth story.

Feb 2, 2026

Business

Arabica Edges Higher Amid Technical Rebound, While Robusta Hits Four-Week Low

Coffee markets diverged on Monday as arabica futures found modest support from technical buying, but robusta prices slumped to a four-week low. The mixed performance comes amid favorable rains in Brazil boosting yield prospects, while surging Vietnamese exports pressure the robusta market.

Feb 2, 2026

Business

Robinhood Shares Tumble as Crypto Slump Tests Broker's Core Revenue Model

Robinhood Markets saw its stock plunge nearly 10% on Monday, underperforming broader markets and financial sector peers, as a sharp downturn in Bitcoin and fading retail crypto trading activity sparked investor concerns over its transaction-dependent revenue streams.

Feb 2, 2026

Business

Four Seasons Yachts Charts New Course, Taps Fashion Veteran Angélic Vendette as Chief Marketing Officer

The luxury hospitality group turns to a Farfetch and Alo Yoga alum to lead global marketing strategy for its nascent ultra-luxury yachting venture, highlighting a broader industry shift towards fashion and lifestyle expertise.

Feb 2, 2026

Business

End of an Era: Eddie Bauer, Outdoor Retail Pioneer, Poised to Shutter All North American Stores

The 104-year-old Seattle-based outdoor institution, once boasting nearly 600 stores globally, is reportedly preparing for a Chapter 11 bankruptcy filing that would close its roughly 200 remaining brick-and-mortar locations across the continent.

Feb 2, 2026

Business

From Oil to Minerals: U.S. Revives Cold War-Era Stockpile Strategy for Critical Resources

The Trump administration is launching a strategic reserve for rare earths and critical minerals, echoing the 1970s response to the oil crisis, as global competition for tech supply chains intensifies.

Feb 2, 2026

Government Shutdown Disrupts Key Economic Data, Delays January Jobs Report

The Bureau of Labor Statistics has postponed the release of January's crucial employment data due to a partial government shutdown, leaving markets and policymakers in the dark as a funding impasse in Congress continues.

Feb 2, 2026

Business

The Digital Heist: How AI-Powered Fraudsters Are Targeting the Freight Industry

As cargo theft evolves from petty crime to sophisticated, high-value scams, logistics firms like Echo Global Logistics are deploying advanced AI and human vigilance in a high-stakes battle for security. Senior VP Jeff Starr details the new frontline in freight fraud.

Feb 2, 2026

Business

Silver Suffers Historic 30% Single-Day Collapse, Analysts Warn of Deeper Losses

Silver prices experienced a dramatic and historic sell-off on Friday, tumbling over 30% as a surging U.S. dollar and political uncertainty rattled markets. Analysts caution the downturn may not be over, with one prominent forewarning of a potential slide to $68 an ounce.

Feb 2, 2026

Business

Kellogg's New COO: Ferrero Veteran Takes Helm Amid Post-Acquisition Transformation

WK Kellogg Co. names former Ferrero executive Jean-Baptiste Santoul as Chief Operating Officer, signaling a strategic shift following its $3.1 billion acquisition by the global confectionery giant.

Feb 2, 2026

Business

Wealthy Dissent: Prominent Millionaires Call for Higher Taxes on Themselves

As global leaders gather in Davos, a coalition of over 400 affluent individuals from 24 nations issues a stark demand: governments must impose higher taxes on the ultra-wealthy to tackle inequality.

Feb 2, 2026

Business

Amazon Axes 2,200 Seattle-Area Corporate Jobs, Deepening Tech Sector Uncertainty

Amazon's latest round of layoffs will eliminate over 2,200 corporate positions in the Seattle region, part of a broader 16,000-person global workforce reduction. The cuts, effective from late April, add to a wave of job losses hitting Washington's tech sector.

Feb 2, 2026

Business

BHP Navigates Tech Ambition and Trade Tensions: Autonomous Mine Push Meets China Market Headwinds

As BHP Group advances plans to create one of the world's first fully autonomous copper mines at Escondida Norte, it simultaneously contends with Chinese import restrictions on its Jimblebar iron ore and ramps up exploration via its 2026 Xplor program, highlighting the complex balancing act facing the global mining giant.

Feb 2, 2026

Business

The Great American Lock-In: Homeowners Stay Put for Record Lengths, Coastal States Lead the Trend

New data reveals U.S. homeowners are holding onto their properties longer than at any point in the last quarter-century, with coastal markets showing the most pronounced stagnation. High mortgage rates, soaring prices, and a severe inventory crunch have created a powerful 'lock-in' effect, reshaping the dynamics of the housing market.

Feb 2, 2026