Green Technology

Business

Silver ETF's Dramatic Plunge: A Buying Opportunity or a Trap?

The iShares Silver Trust (SLV) ETF plummeted nearly 30% in a single day, erasing months of gains. While technical indicators screamed overbought, the sell-off was triggered by shifting Fed policy expectations. Yet, long-term fundamentals for silver, driven by AI and green energy demand, remain compelling. We examine whether this is a dip to buy or a sign of deeper trouble.

Feb 3, 2026

Business

Beyond the Bottom Line: Five Analyst Probes That Defined Nextpower's Pivotal Q4

Nextpower's strong Q4 results, fueled by U.S. demand and global expansion, were only part of the story. The real insights emerged during the analyst Q&A, revealing the strategic pressures and opportunities facing the solar tech leader as it transitions to a full-platform provider.

Feb 3, 2026

Business

The Battery Boom: How Energy Storage Became Britain's New Investment Frontier

A massive battery park in Ed Miliband's constituency is set to become Europe's largest, sparking a nationwide rush for energy storage investments. While hailed as key to grid stability and decarbonisation, critics warn of consumer costs and rural impact.

Feb 3, 2026

Business

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

In a volatile market, companies with high insider ownership often signal strong alignment between management and shareholders. We examine three Asian growth firms where insiders hold over 30% of the equity.

Feb 3, 2026

Business

German Powerhouse FRIWO's Capital Efficiency Soars, Outpacing Industry Peers

The German electrical equipment manufacturer FRIWO AG demonstrates a masterclass in capital allocation, with its return on capital employed (ROCE) surging to an impressive 48%. This marks a dramatic turnaround from losses five years ago, achieved without a significant increase in its capital base, highlighting operational transformation and efficient reinvestment.

Feb 3, 2026

Business

Edwards Lifesciences Attracts Major Institutional Bet Ahead of Key 2026 Catalysts

A sophisticated, high-conviction options trade by a large investor signals strong confidence in Edwards Lifesciences' fundamentals, with a potential breakout eyed for early 2026 tied to regulatory milestones and sustained growth in its mitral valve business.

Feb 3, 2026

Business

Musk Merges xAI with SpaceX, Pivots AI Ambitions to Orbit Amid Earth's Infrastructure Limits

Elon Musk announces the integration of his AI startup xAI into SpaceX, citing terrestrial power and cooling constraints as a catalyst for moving advanced computing into space, with the Starship program central to the ambitious orbital data center vision.

Feb 3, 2026

Business

Fluence Energy: Powering the AI Boom with Grid-Scale Batteries

As global data center expansion strains power grids, Fluence Energy's energy storage solutions are emerging as a critical piece of infrastructure. Despite recent operational headwinds, a massive backlog and structural demand trends paint a bullish picture for the company.

Feb 3, 2026

US

EU's Revised 2035 Climate Rules Could See Electric Vehicle Sales Drop to 50%, Advocacy Group Warns

Brussels-based clean transport group Transport & Environment warns that the European Commission's proposed easing of 2035 emissions targets may allow combustion-engine cars to make up half of new sales, marking a significant retreat from earlier climate ambitions.

Feb 3, 2026

Business

Waymo Seeks Massive $16B Funding Round, Nears $110B Valuation Amid Safety Scrutiny

Alphabet's autonomous vehicle unit Waymo is reportedly in talks to raise approximately $16 billion in a new financing round, which would value the company close to $110 billion. The move comes as the robotaxi pioneer faces heightened regulatory and public scrutiny following recent incidents involving its vehicles.

Feb 2, 2026

Business

Analysts Revise Ceres Power Outlook: What's Behind the Shifting Price Target?

A recent adjustment to Ceres Power Holdings' price target by analysts signals a broader reassessment of the clean energy firm's market narrative and future trajectory, moving beyond a single figure to underlying story shifts.

Feb 2, 2026

World

Strategic Congo City Airport Targeted in Drone Attack; M23 Rebels Blamed for Westernmost Strike

Authorities in the Democratic Republic of Congo report a weekend drone attack on Kisangani's airport, marking a significant westward expansion of the conflict as M23 rebels are accused. No casualties were reported.

Feb 2, 2026

Business

Markets Rebound on Strong Manufacturing Data; Micron Surges Amid AI Investment Scrutiny

U.S. equities found firmer ground Tuesday, buoyed by a robust factory activity report. The rally unfolded as investors grow increasingly discerning about AI-related capital expenditures, creating clear winners and losers.

Feb 2, 2026

Business

Terrestrial Energy Secures U.S. DOE Backing for Pioneering Nuclear Fuel Pilot Project

Terrestrial Energy has entered into an Other Transaction Authority agreement with the U.S. Department of Energy for Project TEFLA, a pivotal initiative to demonstrate and integrate its proprietary IMSR Fuel Salt production into the domestic nuclear supply chain.

Feb 2, 2026

Business

Institutional Investors Hold Sway Over Nanosonics with 72% Stake

A dominant institutional ownership of Nanosonics Limited brings both stability risks and concentrated power dynamics, as analysts weigh the stock's future trajectory in the infection prevention market.

Feb 2, 2026

Business

Wall Street Gains Ground as Earnings Season Kicks into High Gear

Major U.S. stock indices advanced Monday, setting a positive tone for a week packed with corporate earnings reports from technology giants and other bellwethers. Investor sentiment remains cautiously optimistic as early results surpass expectations.

Feb 2, 2026

Business

SpaceX Acquires xAI in Landmark Deal, Uniting Musk's Space and AI Ambitions Under One Roof

Elon Musk's SpaceX has finalized the acquisition of his artificial intelligence venture, xAI, in a strategic move that merges the aerospace giant with the creator of the Grok chatbot. The deal, valued at a staggering $1.25 trillion, aims to accelerate AI development by leveraging shared computing resources and engineering talent from Musk's broader technology portfolio.

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

Business

Franklin Templeton Bets on Emerging Market Debt Surge with New ETF Launch

Franklin Templeton has launched the Templeton Emerging Markets Debt ETF (TEMD), aiming to give investors targeted exposure to both hard and local currency debt from developing economies, capitalizing on the asset class's recent strong performance.

Feb 2, 2026

Business

Beyond Bargain Prices: How Chinese EV Quality is Redefining Global Competition

The narrative around Chinese electric vehicles is undergoing a fundamental shift. Once known primarily for affordability, leading Chinese automakers are now challenging incumbents with rapidly improving quality, technology, and reliability, forcing a global industry recalibration.

Feb 2, 2026