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NIO Accelerates Global Expansion and Tech Rollout Amidst Domestic Market Pressures

Chinese electric vehicle maker NIO reports a near-doubling of January deliveries year-over-year, surpassing one million cumulative vehicles. The company is pushing into new markets in Europe and Asia while rolling out a major driver-assistance system upgrade to its existing fleet, even as it navigates subsidy reductions and intensifying competition at home.

Feb 2, 2026

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Minerals 260's Bullabulling Gold Resource Surges to 4.5Moz, Setting Stage for Critical 2026 Milestones

Minerals 260 (ASX:MI6) has significantly upgraded the resource estimate at its Bullabulling gold project to 4.5 million ounces, bolstered by strong drilling results and a solid cash position. The expansion shifts focus to the upcoming pre-feasibility study and execution risks as the company targets key development decisions by 2026.

Feb 2, 2026

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Li Auto Navigates Delivery Slump and Strategic Pivot as Investors Question Valuation

Facing an eighth consecutive month of declining deliveries, Li Auto is restructuring its R&D and betting on its upgraded L9 model. Amid a falling share price, analysts debate whether the current valuation presents a buying opportunity or reflects deeper challenges.

Feb 2, 2026

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Analysts Bullish on Applied Materials as Chip Spending Surge Lifts Equipment Giant

Driven by a global wave of semiconductor investment, Applied Materials (AMAT) has received a series of analyst upgrades. Mizuho and Deutsche Bank are among those highlighting the company's strategic position to benefit from expansive fab construction in the U.S., Taiwan, and Japan, and its key role in next-generation chip technologies.

Feb 2, 2026

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Analysts Bullish on Applied Materials as AI Spending Fuels Semiconductor Equipment Demand

A wave of analyst upgrades for Applied Materials underscores growing confidence in global semiconductor capital expenditure, driven by the AI infrastructure boom and demand for advanced manufacturing tools. The company's strategic position in wafer fabrication equipment places it at the heart of the industry's next growth phase.

Jan 31, 2026

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Deutsche Bank's Bold Bet: CoreWeave Price Target Soars 40% on Nvidia Partnership and AI Boom

A major analyst upgrade, fueled by Nvidia's deepening investment and strategic alignment, projects significant upside for the AI cloud infrastructure leader CoreWeave, despite recent stock volatility.

Jan 30, 2026

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Altria's Q4: Revenue Surge Overshadowed by Profit Squeeze as Smokeless Push Accelerates

Altria Group (MO) posted stronger-than-expected Q4 revenue, driven by its core tobacco brands and oral nicotine products, but saw its shares fall as profit margins contracted sharply. The company is betting on a national rollout of its ON! Plus pouches and manufacturing upgrades to fuel its smoke-free future.

Jan 30, 2026

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Moonshot AI's Latest Model Claims Edge Over U.S. Rivals as China's Tech Giants Secure Critical Nvidia Chips

Alibaba-backed Moonshot AI has unveiled an upgraded flagship model, Kimi K2.5, asserting superiority in video generation and agentic capabilities against leading U.S. models. The development coincides with Beijing's approval for major tech firms, including Alibaba, to import advanced Nvidia H200 AI chips, signaling a dual-track strategy in the intensifying global AI race.

Jan 30, 2026

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ING Groep Raises Income Outlook on Strong Fee Growth, Fuels Investor Debate

ING Groep's latest financial results reveal a strategic pivot gaining traction, with fee income now accounting for a fifth of total revenue. The bank has upgraded its income guidance for 2026 and 2027, alongside a robust shareholder return policy, prompting analysts to reassess its growth narrative in a challenging European banking landscape.

Jan 30, 2026

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Minerals 260's Valuation in Focus After Bullabulling Gold Resource Boost to 4.5M Ounces

Minerals 260 (ASX:MI6) has significantly upgraded the resource estimate at its flagship Bullabulling gold project to 4.5 million ounces, sparking renewed investor interest. Despite recent share price volatility, the long-term outlook appears buoyed by upcoming study milestones and a substantial intrinsic value gap, raising questions about whether the market is undervaluing its potential.

Jan 30, 2026

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Alumis Soars as Psoriasis Drug Hits All Phase 3 Goals, Drawing Bullish Analyst Praise

Clinical-stage biopharma Alumis Inc. (ALMS) is gaining significant Wall Street attention after its lead drug candidate, envudeucitinib, successfully met all endpoints in key Phase 3 trials for plaque psoriasis, prompting multiple analyst upgrades and optimistic price targets.

Jan 30, 2026

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Truist Lifts Meta Price Target to $900, Citing AI-Driven Ad Strength and Upbeat Guidance

Truist Securities raises its price target on Meta Platforms to $900, maintaining a Buy rating. The upgrade follows stronger-than-expected Q4 results and a robust Q1 outlook, driven by AI enhancements boosting ad performance and user engagement.

Jan 30, 2026

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Arm's AI Ambitions: Susquehanna Forecasts $1B+ Annual Royalty Stream from Custom AI Chip

Analysts at Susquehanna upgrade Arm Holdings to Positive, citing transformative deals with OpenAI and Meta. The firm projects a new AI XPU could generate over $1 billion in annual royalties, signaling a major shift beyond Arm's mobile roots.

Jan 30, 2026

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Wells Fargo Raises Broadcom Target to $430, Citing AI Surge and Software Strength

Wells Fargo has upgraded Broadcom (AVGO) to Overweight and increased its price target to $430, pointing to the chipmaker's significant AI revenue trajectory and a robust software pipeline as key growth drivers through 2027.

Jan 30, 2026

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Analysts Boost Outlook for Karman Holdings, Forecasting 66% Revenue Surge by 2026

Wall Street firms have issued a series of bullish upgrades for Karman Holdings Inc. (KRMN), significantly raising revenue projections and price targets for the specialty materials company as growth expectations accelerate.

Jan 30, 2026

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Fortinet Doubles Down on Cloud Security with Major FortiCNAPP Overhaul

Fortinet's latest platform upgrade aims to consolidate cloud security management, targeting operational efficiency and investor confidence as it battles rivals in a crowded market.

Jan 30, 2026

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Analysts Bullish on Americas Gold and Silver: Revenue Forecasts Skyrocket by 265%

Wall Street analysts have issued a dramatic upgrade to revenue projections for Americas Gold and Silver Corp., forecasting a surge to $383 million by 2026 and signaling accelerated growth far beyond industry peers.

Jan 30, 2026

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DigitalOcean Soars as 'Clawdbot' AI Assistant Drives Analyst Optimism and Price Target Hikes

Bank of America leads a wave of analyst upgrades for DigitalOcean, citing the viral success of its AI agent 'Clawdbot' and the company's strategic positioning in the burgeoning agentic AI market for developers.

Jan 30, 2026

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Sumitomo Metal Mining Soars to Record High on Regnault Gold Boost, But Valuation Concerns Loom

Sumitomo Metal Mining's shares surged nearly 10% to a historic peak following an upgraded resource estimate at its Canadian gold project, capping a stunning 183% annual rally. The dramatic run-up, however, leaves investors grappling with a sky-high valuation that appears disconnected from traditional metrics.

Jan 30, 2026

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Meta Stock Surges Over 10% as Analysts Boost Price Target, Citing AI Leadership

Shares of Meta Platforms soared Thursday, fueled by a significant price target upgrade from BofA Securities. The rally comes despite the company reporting a slight dip in full-year profit, as investors focus on strong revenue growth and the company's positioning in the artificial intelligence race.

Jan 30, 2026