U.S. stock futures tumbled Sunday night, extending a volatile start to 2026 as a historic collapse in gold and silver prices and a sharp downturn in Bitcoin sparked fears of a broader market deleveraging.
After a protracted political standoff, France's long-delayed 2026 budget is set for adoption, granting Prime Minister Sebastien Lecornu a hard-won victory but leaving President Macron's domestic reform agenda in limbo ahead of the 2027 election.
Shares of Chinese EV maker XPeng have tumbled roughly 12% over the past month, reigniting the debate over its valuation. While long-term holders remain in profit, the recent weakness prompts a fresh look at the company's prospects amid fierce competition and its path to sustained profitability.
Despite modest revenue growth and lack of profitability, Cognyte Software (NASDAQ: CGNT) has delivered a remarkable 133% return to shareholders over the past three years, highlighting a stark divergence between financial fundamentals and market optimism.
While savings accounts offer safety and liquidity, experts warn that historically low interest rates are silently eroding purchasing power. We examine the risks of idle cash and explore strategies to protect—and grow—your nest egg.
Sanofi reports a pivotal Phase 3 win for its investigational therapy venglustat in a rare neurological disorder, alongside positive EU regulatory news for Rezurock and progress for amlitelimab, signaling a strategic shift toward high-value specialty medicines.
Shares of oil and gas producer Ovintiv (OVV) have posted robust gains over recent months, reigniting the debate over its true worth. While some models suggest a significant discount to fair value, its premium valuation multiples tell a more complex story.
Palantir Technologies faces a critical earnings report as its shares, down 29% from their November peak, grapple with intense scrutiny over its sky-high valuation and shifting investor sentiment in the AI sector. The software firm must deliver strong guidance to prove its premium is warranted.
While Bed Bath & Beyond shares fell 13%, insiders who bought in the last year remain in profit, highlighting a potential disconnect between internal confidence and market sentiment.
IQVIA Holdings Inc. (NYSE:IQV) boasts a robust 20% Return on Equity, significantly outpacing its industry. However, a deeper look reveals a heavy reliance on debt, prompting analysts to weigh impressive profitability against underlying financial risk.
In a strategic move to diversify its portfolio and strengthen its European footprint, UK-based The Tofoo Co., backed by private equity, has acquired German seitan specialist Topas, owner of the Wheaty brand.
Freshly released documents from the Epstein files include a 2009 email from Sarah Ferguson, the Duchess of York, congratulating the convicted sex offender on the birth of a child—a claim that revives long-standing speculation about a potential secret heir to his fortune.
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.
Authorities in Pima County are conducting an extensive search for Nancy Guthrie, 84, the mother of 'Today' show co-host Savannah Guthrie, who was reported missing from her Tucson-area home under circumstances described as 'very concerning.'
U.S. stock futures pointed to a lower open Monday as investors braced for a flood of corporate earnings and crucial labor market reports that could sway Federal Reserve policy expectations.
Amazon's recent workforce reductions, bringing total corporate cuts to 30,000, reflect a broader shift in how layoffs are perceived. No longer framed as a sign of failure, they are increasingly presented as a strategic, forward-looking move to streamline operations and focus on priorities like AI, a narrative that resonates with investors despite the human impact.
A growing movement to eliminate state income taxes is gaining momentum, backed by the White House. However, a new analysis warns that replacing lost revenue may require significantly higher sales taxes than proponents claim, forcing a fundamental choice: accept steeper consumption taxes or shrink the size of government.
A stark consensus is emerging among prediction market traders and analysts, with a 71% probability now priced in for Bitcoin to fall below $65,000 within two years. This bearish outlook follows a weekend sell-off to nine-month lows and is supported by underwater ETF positions, technical warnings, and concerns over a sustained market downturn rather than a temporary correction.
As mortgage rates fluctuate and ambitious policy ideas emerge, economists warn that financing tweaks cannot solve the core issue: a chronic shortage of homes.
Disney's first fiscal quarter of 2026 saw revenue climb to $25.98 billion, buoyed by record theme park sales and blockbuster films. While streaming income surged dramatically, the company has followed Netflix's lead in ceasing public reporting of Disney+ and Hulu subscriber numbers, shifting investor focus to profitability.
