In a sweeping interview, Elon Musk positioned solar power as the indispensable core of future energy, AI, and space ambitions, praising China's manufacturing scale while urging a massive U.S. build-out.
U.S. stocks advanced cautiously Monday as investors braced for a wave of corporate earnings reports, while crude oil prices tumbled sharply. The focus remains on key tech results and evolving geopolitical developments affecting global trade and energy markets.
Bitcoin clawed back some of its steep weekend losses in Monday trading, though the broader digital asset sector and related equities remained under significant selling pressure as investors digested a wave of forced liquidations and awaited key U.S. economic data.
While Intel's struggles capture public attention and government subsidies, a less-heralded semiconductor titan, Broadcom, is forging a formidable path in AI through its deep partnership with Alphabet and a business model built for the long haul.
As Bitcoin hovers near a critical price point, new data reveals a precarious zone where the operational viability of major mining firms begins to erode, potentially triggering a cascade of market pressures.
The United States is establishing a $12 billion national stockpile of critical minerals, including rare earths and key battery metals, in a decisive move to secure supply chains and reduce immediate strategic dependence on China.
The U.S. dollar index climbed to a one-week high, buoyed by unexpectedly strong manufacturing activity and the nomination of a perceived hawkish candidate for Federal Reserve Chair. The rally overshadowed ongoing concerns about fiscal policy and a brief government shutdown.
In a significant move to secure domestic supply chains for critical minerals, the U.S. government has taken a direct 15% equity position in MP Materials. This strategic investment, paired with expanded federal contracts, aims to reduce reliance on foreign sources for rare earths essential to defense and green energy technologies.
Aerospace giant Boeing is joining a major U.S. public-private initiative to build a national stockpile of critical minerals, a strategic move aimed at reducing dependence on foreign sources and bolstering domestic manufacturing resilience for defense and commercial programs.
Navitas Semiconductor is strategically shifting its focus from volatile consumer electronics to the high-growth, high-margin arenas of AI data centers and electric vehicles, underscored by a pivotal partnership with industry giant Nvidia.
Speculation mounts over a potential merger between Tesla and SpaceX, part of a broader strategic realignment under Elon Musk that could see Tesla shift focus from electric vehicles to humanoid robots and autonomous taxis, with xAI potentially in the mix.
Qualcomm shares have retreated over 12% this year, prompting a fresh debate on whether the chipmaker's long-term AI and edge computing narrative justifies its current valuation.
U.S. equities edged higher Monday, buoyed by a rebound in semiconductor and AI infrastructure stocks, alongside a surge in rare earth companies following a new strategic initiative. Gains were tempered by falling energy shares, cryptocurrency volatility, and ongoing concerns over a partial government shutdown.
The U.S. manufacturing sector snapped a year-long contraction in January, with the PMI surging to its highest level since early 2022. A sharp rebound in new orders and production fueled the expansion, though concerns over future tariff policies and a still-sluggish jobs market temper the optimism.
U.S. stocks opened higher Monday, reversing earlier futures losses, as a stronger-than-expected manufacturing report boosted sentiment. The Dow Jones and Russell 2000 led the gains.
Amidst a resilient market backdrop, we spotlight three U.S. stocks trading significantly below their estimated intrinsic value, offering potential for investors willing to navigate current volatility.
Alliance Resource Partners (ARLP) posted a significant jump in fourth-quarter profit, driven by cost controls and investment gains, even as coal revenue softened. The partnership issued 2026 guidance pointing to robust contract coverage and a growing oil & gas royalty segment, while navigating challenges at a key Appalachian mine.
As the United States approaches its 250th anniversary, USA TODAY examines the enduring legacy of the companies that shaped the nation's culture, economy, and global identity.
NuScale Power's stock has surged over 640% since early 2024, fueled by investor optimism around its small modular reactor technology. While the potential is vast, analysts caution the road ahead remains fraught with financial and regulatory challenges.
NXP Semiconductors (NXPI) reports Q4 2025 earnings after the bell today. With Wall Street eyeing modest growth, the chipmaker's performance in its core automotive segment—nearly 60% of revenue—will be the key test for its 2026 trajectory.
