Secretary-General Antonio Guterres has issued his starkest warning yet, stating the United Nations' deepening liquidity crisis threatens its operations and risks a financial meltdown, driven by unpaid dues and an antiquated budget rule.
Damascus has declared its intention to permanently close the sprawling al-Hol and Roj displacement camps in northeast Syria, which house over 28,000 people connected to the Islamic State. The move, confirmed by officials and aid groups, sparks urgent debate about the future of detainees, including foreign nationals.
Morgan Stanley and Barclays have both lowered their price targets for Appalachian Basin natural gas leader Antero Resources (AR), citing revised commodity forecasts. Despite the cuts, Morgan Stanley maintains an 'Overweight' rating, signaling continued confidence in the stock's long-term trajectory.
Analysts at Susquehanna have raised their price target for ConocoPhillips (COP) to $115, citing a positive long-term outlook despite near-term headwinds from oversupply and soft demand. The independent energy giant also stands out for its robust dividend yield.
The leading U.S. liquefied natural gas exporter, Cheniere Energy, has declared a quarterly cash dividend of $0.555 per share, reinforcing its commitment to shareholder returns even as analysts adjust near-term price targets.
Chevron is significantly increasing crude exports from Venezuela to the United States, capitalizing on a special U.S. license and growing demand from Gulf Coast refineries, while new competitors enter the recently reopened market.
ExxonMobil has begun commercial operations of a significant carbon capture and storage venture with CF Industries in Louisiana, marking a key step in its strategy to become a leading player in the emerging CCS network along the U.S. Gulf Coast.
President Trump's nomination of former Fed Governor Kevin Warsh to lead the central bank has ignited market speculation over the future path of interest rates, with analysts divided on whether his leadership would mean more cuts or a return to hawkish restraint.
Regeneron Pharmaceuticals is positioning its experimental obesity drug, olatorepatide, as a potential game-changer by combining significant weight loss with a dramatic reduction in 'bad' cholesterol. The company believes this dual benefit could carve out a unique niche in the competitive $150 billion market, currently led by Novo Nordisk and Eli Lilly.
President Trump's nomination of former Fed governor Kevin Warsh to lead the central bank has sparked immediate concerns on Wall Street about political influence over monetary policy, setting the stage for a contentious Senate confirmation battle.
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.
Amidst a choppy market, value investors are hunting for bargains. We spotlight three companies—Dingdong, Origin Bancorp, and ATRenew—whose current share prices appear significantly disconnected from their estimated intrinsic value, presenting potential opportunities for the discerning investor.
Despite posting a Q4 net loss, Covenant Logistics signals a shift in market dynamics, with executives pointing to rising spot rates, secured contract increases, and a disciplined fleet strategy as precursors to a stronger performance by late 2026.
While major indices hold steady, a search for growth is turning the spotlight onto smaller companies. We examine three small-cap stocks—from insurance to banking to luxury watches—that are posting strong results and navigating unique challenges in the current market.
Facing rising postpaid churn and prepaid losses, AT&T is aggressively pushing bundled phone and internet packages as its core retention strategy, betting that convergence can stem the tide of subscribers fleeing to rivals and cable companies.
As markets swing between optimism and caution, income-focused investors are turning to dividend payers for potential stability. We analyze three stocks offering yields from 3.5% to over 10%, each with a distinct risk and reward profile.
The White House has backed away from plans to set minimum prices for domestic critical minerals projects, telling industry leaders that ventures must stand on their own financially. The policy reversal, driven by funding uncertainties and market concerns, marks a significant shift in strategy for bolstering the U.S. supply chain.
In a major shift, President Javier Milei's government has formally transferred control of liquefied natural gas imports from the state-owned Enarsa to private companies, accelerating a sweeping privatization agenda amid concerns over winter supply and future prices.
MKS Instruments' recent €1 billion debt offering to refinance its balance sheet arrives as its stock rides a powerful rally, forcing investors to weigh strong operational momentum against a valuation that appears stretched.
Bank of America extends its partnership with Volvo Car Financial Services through 2030, solidifying its position in automotive lending. Concurrently, the bank joins JPMorgan Chase in matching contributions to the new federal 'Trump Accounts' child savings program, while advancing a dual-track expansion in digital services and physical branches.
