Brookfield Business Partners reported a robust 2025, generating over $2 billion from asset sales, reducing debt, and making strategic acquisitions. The firm is on the cusp of a major corporate restructuring into a single listed entity, aiming to boost liquidity and investor appeal in a shifting global landscape.
SanDisk's stock surged after the data storage giant issued a blockbuster third-quarter outlook, far exceeding Wall Street expectations. The company credited soaring demand from artificial intelligence applications and announced a major extension to a key supply agreement, highlighting the intense competition for memory chips in the AI era.
Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi, speaking from Istanbul, stated Iran's conditional willingness to engage in "fair and just" nuclear diplomacy with the United States, while firmly rejecting negotiations on its missile program and any external "dictation." The announcement comes amid heightened regional tensions and renewed U.S. military threats.
The Rafah border crossing between Gaza and Egypt is set to partially reopen Sunday, marking a fragile step in the U.S.-brokered ceasefire. While offering a lifeline for medical evacuees and displaced families, the operation will be tightly controlled by Israeli, Egyptian, and EU officials, with significant restrictions on the movement of people and goods.
Karat Packaging Inc. (NASDAQ: KRT) showcases a consistent 18% return on capital employed, outperforming its industry. Yet, as capital investment grows, analysts debate whether the sustainable packaging firm can accelerate value creation for shareholders seeking multi-bagger potential.
Reports suggest Elon Musk is exploring a merger between Tesla and SpaceX as the EV maker pivots to AI, while Chinese automakers gain record European market share and regulatory battles intensify.
ExxonMobil reported a 14% year-on-year decline in fourth-quarter net profit, pressured by lower crude prices and chemical margins. Despite the quarterly drop, the energy giant highlighted record production levels, robust cash flow, and continued heavy returns to shareholders as evidence of its strengthened operational foundation.
In a landmark shift, Venezuela's parliament has passed sweeping reforms to its hydrocarbons law, aiming to lure private capital into its crippled oil industry. The move, backed by a new U.S. license, signals a potential turning point for the nation's economy.
Since its spin-off from GE Aerospace, GE Vernova's stock has soared over 400%. While its position in gas, wind, and next-gen nuclear power is formidable, sky-high valuations give even growth investors pause.
Rights groups document a disturbing pattern of Iranian security forces raiding hospitals to arrest injured protesters and the medical personnel treating them, transforming sanctuaries of care into sites of fear and reprisal.
The United States, in coordination with European allies, has imposed new sanctions on Iran's Interior Minister and other officials, accusing them of orchestrating a violent suppression of nationwide protests. The measures target assets and travel, reflecting a widening international response to Tehran's handling of domestic unrest.
CareDx CEO John Hanna sold over 19,000 shares under a pre-arranged trading plan, a move that comes as the transplant diagnostics firm posts strong revenue growth but continues to navigate a challenging stock market environment.
Despite reporting strong quarterly earnings, Microsoft shares suffered one of their worst single-day drops in history as investors balked at soaring capital expenditures for AI infrastructure and signs of slowing growth in its Azure cloud division.
Investor Kevin O'Leary argues that rigid return-to-office policies are a competitive disadvantage, pushing high performers toward flexible employers and leaving companies with a diminished talent pool.
A dramatic rally in gold and silver prices came to an abrupt halt on Friday, with futures tumbling sharply amid a broader market sell-off and warnings of unsustainable volatility.
Financial Institutions Inc. (FISI) reported solid Q4 and full-year 2025 results, with net income reaching $73.4 million. The community bank, leveraging its deep roots in Upstate New York, is positioning for further growth in 2026, buoyed by major local investments like Micron's semiconductor project.
Air Products and Chemicals reported a 10% rise in adjusted EPS for its fiscal first quarter, driven by strategic pricing and productivity gains. While management affirmed full-year guidance, they highlighted persistent challenges in the helium market and a cautious approach to major clean energy investments.
The automotive safety giant posted historic sales and cash flow in 2025, powered by explosive growth with Chinese automakers and in India. While navigating a softer production forecast and tariff headwinds, management projects margin expansion for 2026.
SoFi Technologies capped off a transformative 2025 with its first billion-dollar revenue quarter, fueled by explosive member growth and a strategic pivot toward fee-based services. As the digital finance leader sets ambitious targets for 2026, analysts are weighing its 'one-stop-shop' model against an evolving economic landscape.
Oxford Lane Capital (OXLC) reported a challenging third fiscal quarter, marked by a significant drop in net asset value and investment income, prompting management to reduce its monthly distribution. The firm cited volatile conditions in the CLO and leveraged loan markets as key headwinds, while outlining a strategy to preserve capital for opportunistic investments.
