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Intuitive Machines Bolsters Space Ambitions with $800M Lanteris Acquisition and NASA Artemis II Role

Intuitive Machines (LUNR) is set to acquire Lanteris Space Systems in an $800 million deal, expanding its capabilities into vertically integrated space infrastructure. Concurrently, NASA has selected the company to provide critical tracking support for the upcoming Artemis II crewed lunar mission, signaling growing trust in its technical prowess.

Jan 30, 2026

Business

OSI Systems Beats Expectations, Raises Outlook Despite Sector Headwinds

OSI Systems posts record Q2 revenue and lifts full-year EPS guidance, navigating softness in security bookings and healthcare challenges with optimism for a stronger second half.

Jan 30, 2026

Business

Cameco's Westinghouse Venture Secures Key U.S. Agreement, Anchoring $80 Billion Nuclear Reactor Pipeline

A landmark agreement between the U.S. Department of Commerce and the Cameco-Westinghouse joint venture aims to catalyze over $80 billion in new nuclear reactor construction by 2030, bolstering Western energy security and reducing reliance on Russian nuclear fuel.

Jan 30, 2026

Business

Ondas Secures Coveted Pentagon 'Blue List' Approval for Optimus Drone, Fueling Investor Debate on Valuation

Ondas Holdings' flagship Optimus drone system has received the Defense Contract Management Agency's critical 'Blue List' certification, clearing it for broader U.S. defense and national security deployment. The milestone has ignited a surge in the company's stock while prompting analysts to scrutinize its long-term path to converting regulatory approval into sustainable revenue.

Jan 30, 2026

World

Russian Forces Aid Niger in Repelling Major ISIL Airport Assault, Moscow Confirms

Moscow has formally acknowledged its military's role in helping Nigerien forces thwart a coordinated ISIL attack on Niamey's main airport last week, an incident that left 20 assailants dead and underscores Russia's deepening security footprint in the Sahel.

Feb 3, 2026

Business

UEM Sunrise Berhad: A Malaysian Property Giant's Rally Sparks Investor Debate

UEM Sunrise Berhad (KLSE:UEMS) has emerged as a top performer on the Kuala Lumpur Stock Exchange in recent weeks, reigniting interest in the Malaysian property developer. However, our analysis suggests the stock may now be trading above its intrinsic value, prompting a critical look at its future growth prospects and the sustainability of its current momentum.

Feb 3, 2026

World

U.S. and India Forge Trade Truce, Easing Tensions but Details Remain Murky

The U.S. decision to slash tariffs on Indian goods has been met with cautious optimism by Indian industry, though analysts urge restraint until the full scope of the agreement is clarified.

Feb 3, 2026

Business

U.S. and India Strike Trade Truce: Tariff Rollback Tied to Pledge on Russian Oil

In a significant diplomatic and economic breakthrough, the U.S. agrees to slash tariffs on Indian goods after Prime Minister Modi commits to halt purchases of Russian crude, easing bilateral tensions and reshaping trade dynamics.

Feb 3, 2026

Business

Palantir Soars on AI-Driven Earnings, CEO Karp Warns of 'Enormous Political Pressure'

Palantir Technologies' stock surged after hours as the data analytics firm reported record quarterly results, fueled by its AI platform. CEO Alex Karp hailed an 'iconic' performance while warning that the company's dominance creates societal and political tensions.

Feb 3, 2026

World

From Farm to AI: How Rural India's Night Shift Powers the Global Tech Revolution

Across India's villages and small towns, a new generation of workers is logging on after sunset to label the data that trains the world's most advanced AI systems. This quiet workforce, many of them women and first-generation graduates, is finding economic opportunity while reshaping global tech's supply chain.

Feb 3, 2026

Business

Petrobras: The 'Equity Bond' Play Offering High Yield and Oil-Linked Upside

Brazil's state-controlled oil giant Petrobras is trading at deep value multiples, offering investors a covered dividend yield near 10%. Analysts argue its disciplined payout and exposure to a tightening global oil market create a rare mix of income and asymmetric upside.

Feb 3, 2026

Business

Markets Regain Footing After Turbulent Sell-Off, Boosted by Robust US Factory Data

Global equities and commodities staged a broad recovery on Tuesday, shaking off a pan-Asian rout triggered by a hawkish Fed nominee and geopolitical jitters. The rebound was anchored by surprisingly strong US manufacturing figures, offering a respite to bruised investors.

Feb 3, 2026

World

Philippine Congress Weighs Historic Impeachment Move Against President Marcos Jr.

Lawmakers in the Philippines are deliberating whether to advance impeachment complaints against President Ferdinand Marcos Jr., setting the stage for a political showdown that could test the stability of his administration.

Feb 3, 2026

World

Royal Family Under Scrutiny as Crown Princess's Son Faces Serious Criminal Trial

Marius Borg Høiby, the son of Norway's Crown Princess Mette-Marit, is set to stand trial on Tuesday, facing a litany of charges including rape, domestic violence, and drug possession. The case marks a profound crisis for the modern Norwegian monarchy, unfolding against a backdrop of other royal controversies and health concerns.

Feb 3, 2026

Business

GE Vernova's Power Play: How a Spinoff Became a $180 Billion Energy Juggernaut

Since its separation from General Electric, GE Vernova has seen its stock surge nearly 400%, fueled by a powerful mix of steady cash flow from gas turbines and explosive growth in grid electrification. We examine the complex investment thesis behind this energy sector standout.

Feb 3, 2026

Business

Iridium's Strategic Edge: Why This Satellite Network Is Gaining Attention in Defense and Investment Circles

Beyond its commercial applications, Iridium Communications Inc.'s (IRDM) resilient satellite constellation is being viewed as a critical asset for modern defense architectures, driving renewed investor interest despite recent stock volatility.

Feb 3, 2026

Business

Beyond the Headlines: Why L3Harris Technologies Is the Unseen Engine of Modern Defense

While flashy jets and missiles capture public attention, L3Harris Technologies operates in the critical, unseen layers of connectivity and electronic warfare. As global tensions and technological threats evolve, its role as a foundational enabler of next-generation defense systems is driving a compelling investment thesis centered on resilience and information dominance.

Feb 3, 2026

Business

Shark Tank's Kevin O'Leary Champions 'Trump Accounts' as Antidote to National Financial Literacy Crisis

Investor and TV personality Kevin O'Leary has thrown his weight behind a proposed national child investment account policy, framing it as a bipartisan solution to America's widespread financial illiteracy and a foundational tool for building generational wealth.

Feb 3, 2026

World

Behind the Handshake: Vietnam's Military Sees U.S. as 'Belligerent' Threat Despite Strategic Partnership

A year after Hanoi and Washington elevated ties to a Comprehensive Strategic Partnership, an internal Vietnamese military document reveals deep-seated fears of U.S. aggression and 'color revolutions,' highlighting the complex duality at the heart of Vietnam's foreign policy.

Feb 3, 2026

US

Federal Judge Halts Termination of Haitian TPS, Sparing 350,000 from Deportation

A federal judge has indefinitely blocked the Trump administration's plan to end Temporary Protected Status for Haitians, delivering a reprieve to hundreds of thousands of immigrants and sharply criticizing the decision as 'arbitrary' and potentially racially motivated.

Feb 3, 2026