A new Human Rights Watch report warns that the erosion of fundamental rights across Asia is exacting a heavy economic price, with rising inequality exposing vulnerable populations to labor abuses and predatory scams. The analysis calls for democracies to forge stronger alliances with civil society to counter authoritarian trends.
Bitcoin's price slid below the $70,000 threshold following remarks from Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent, who explicitly denied having the authority to orchestrate a government-backed rescue for the cryptocurrency sector. The decline underscores growing regulatory clarity and its immediate impact on fragile digital asset markets.
A crowded and expensive Democratic primary in New Jersey's 11th Congressional District has erupted into a national battleground, with super PACs and ideological factions spending millions to influence the party's future ahead of a pivotal election year.
The Department of Homeland Security's initiative to acquire and convert massive industrial warehouses into immigration detention centers, capable of holding thousands, is drawing fierce opposition from local communities, lawmakers, and contractors over logistical and humanitarian concerns.
Meta Platforms confronts significant legal challenges on two fronts: a multi-billion dollar patent infringement lawsuit targeting its smart glasses technology and a high-stakes trial in New Mexico over child safety allegations. These proceedings could impact the company's hardware roadmap, policy decisions, and investor sentiment.
While CGI Inc.'s recent earnings fell short of headline expectations, a deeper look reveals potential for a rebound, with one-off costs unlikely to repeat and strong underlying growth trends intact.
Amid a sharp downturn in Bitcoin and related equities, MARA Holdings clarifies recent insider share transactions were for tax obligations, not open-market sales. Investors now watch the interplay between crypto market swings, mining difficulty adjustments, and the company's financial resilience.
Vitalik Buterin's suggestion to revise Ethereum's long-held scaling strategy, moving away from a primary reliance on Layer 2 networks, has sent shockwaves through the ecosystem. Founders of major scaling projects are now defending their value proposition, emphasizing specialization beyond mere transaction processing.
The British Film Institute reports a historic high of £2.8 billion spent on feature film production in the UK last year, a 31% surge driven largely by major Hollywood shoots. However, domestic film investment remains a minor share, raising questions about the impact of recent tax incentives.
Potato supplier Lamb Weston appoints former AB InBev executive Jan Craps to a newly created executive chairman role and names a new CFO, as the company seeks to navigate profit pressures and activist investor demands.
Taiwan Semiconductor Manufacturing Company (TSMC) announced plans to manufacture its most advanced 3-nanometer semiconductors at a new plant in Japan, a strategic move to meet surging AI demand and significantly advance Japan's goal of reclaiming leadership in high-tech chip production.
A discounted cash flow analysis suggests Hillman Solutions Corp. (HLMN) shares could be trading at a significant discount to their intrinsic value. We examine the assumptions behind the numbers and what other factors investors should consider before betting on this potential turnaround.
Spanish banking giant BBVA has posted a record annual profit of €10.5 billion, driven by strong customer growth and lending activity, despite the collapse of its high-profile hostile bid for rival Banco Sabadell.
A majority 54% stake in Endurance Gold Corporation is held by company insiders, who have been recent net buyers of shares. The concentrated ownership and buying activity come as the junior gold explorer trades with a market cap of approximately C$149 million.
After a brutal 61% decline in 2025, Dogecoin faces significant headwinds in the coming year. Analysts point to its lack of real-world utility, limited merchant adoption, and an inflationary, uncapped token supply as key factors likely to suppress its price, with technical analysis suggesting a potential retest of its 2022 lows.
As the 'Sell America' narrative gains traction among international investors, the Vanguard Total International Stock ETF (VXUS) emerges as a strategic tool for U.S. portfolios seeking insulation from potential domestic market headwinds and a weakening dollar.
Elon Musk's artificial intelligence startup, xAI, is actively recruiting investment bankers and finance professionals to refine its Grok chatbot, promising remote roles with capped 8.5-hour workdays and hourly rates up to $100, a stark contrast to traditional banking's grueling schedules.
Kennametal Inc. (NYSE:KMT) declared a $0.20 per share dividend payable in February, as the industrial tooling manufacturer rides a wave of robust stock performance and earnings growth.
A series of insider stock purchases at Key Tronic Corporation is drawing investor attention, signaling management's belief in the electronics manufacturer's long-term value proposition.
While stocks priced between $10 and $50 can appear to offer an attractive blend of accessibility and maturity, not all are built on solid foundations. We examine three such companies where underlying business risks may outweigh the appeal of a low share price.
