Oil prices plunged and precious metals extended their historic sell-off as easing US-Iran tensions and President Trump's hawkish nominee for Federal Reserve Chair triggered a dramatic dollar rally, sending shockwaves through global markets.
Chevron capped off a year of strategic execution with record global production and industry-leading free cash flow growth, while outlining ambitious expansion plans from the Caspian to the Caribbean.
South Africa declares Israel's top diplomat persona non grata, citing 'gross abuse' of diplomatic privileges and social media attacks on its president. Israel responds in kind, expelling a South African envoy, as months of friction over the Gaza war reach a diplomatic boiling point.
Kosmos Energy's recent debt tender offer and high-yield bond issuance signal a bold move to restructure its balance sheet. While extending maturities, the strategy comes with significantly higher interest costs, raising questions about the long-term financial trade-offs for the oil and gas explorer.
Shares of water heater and boiler manufacturer A. O. Smith have gained significant momentum, closing recently at $73.17. This rally has analysts and investors re-examining the company's fundamentals to determine if the stock remains undervalued or if the market has already priced in its growth prospects.
While buying the dip can be a profitable strategy, investors should steer clear of C3.ai and The Trade Desk. Significant operational challenges and management turmoil suggest their recent plunges may not be over.
In a move to rebalance bilateral trade, India has agreed to significant purchases of U.S. goods including petroleum, defense systems, and commercial aircraft under a newly announced agreement, a senior official confirmed.
An analysis of SBM Offshore's financial health reveals a Return on Equity significantly below the industry average, raising questions about capital efficiency and its high-debt strategy in a competitive energy services market.
The beauty brand is launching a streaming-only Super Bowl ad that merges its popular telenovela series with the halftime performer's Spanish-language challenge, deepening its commitment to Hispanic consumers amid a polarized cultural climate.
For aspiring homeowners, where to park down payment savings is a critical calculation. With interest rates in flux, the choice between accessible high-yield accounts and locked-in CDs can significantly impact your timeline and final sum.
Asian equities staged a strong recovery on Tuesday, with South Korea's Kospi and Japan's Nikkei leading gains as investors returned to tech stocks. The rebound follows recent volatility, with markets now focused on corporate earnings and geopolitical risks.
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.
A tentative détente between the U.S. and Iran is injecting optimism into Gulf markets, with bourses in Saudi Arabia and Dubai rallying. Against this backdrop, investors are scouring the region for fundamentally strong companies poised to capitalize on the shifting landscape.
Despite a respectable return on capital, Coles Group's flat performance over five years signals a mature business in a holding pattern, leading investors to question its long-term compounding potential.
A notable easing of US-Iran tensions has buoyed investor confidence across Gulf bourses, creating a favorable backdrop for stable, income-generating equities. We analyze three regional dividend stocks offering potential portfolio resilience amid shifting market dynamics.
The cost to insure against swings in South Korean equities has surged to unprecedented levels relative to US markets, signaling deep investor anxiety after a historic rally fueled by AI optimism shows signs of fatigue.
As income investors look toward 2026, a stark choice emerges between Energy Transfer's tempting 7.1% yield and Enterprise Products Partners' quarter-century record of reliable payouts. We examine the risk-reward calculus behind the numbers.
CME Group is set to report fourth-quarter earnings Wednesday morning, with analysts forecasting a 7.8% revenue increase. The derivatives exchange operator's performance may signal broader capital markets health as peers post mixed results.
A Wells Fargo upgrade highlights ConocoPhillips' robust cash flow trajectory and strategic projects, positioning the energy giant for significant dividend growth over the next five years.
The Hennepin County Medical Examiner has ruled the death of Alex Pretti, a 37-year-old nurse shot by federal agents during a Minneapolis immigration protest, a homicide by multiple gunshot wounds, as witness accounts and footage challenge the official narrative of the incident.
