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Cavco Industries Navigates Hurricane Disruptions as Housing Demand Rebounds, Posts Solid Q2 Growth

Despite significant operational downtime from recent hurricanes, Cavco Industries reports a 12.3% year-over-year revenue increase to $507.5 million for Q2 FY2025, driven by a 15.7% jump in homes shipped. The company remains optimistic on market recovery and announces an additional $100 million share repurchase authorization.

Jan 30, 2026

Business

Charter Stems Pay-TV Bleed, Posts Surprise Q4 Subscriber Gain Amid Industry Turmoil

Charter Communications reversed a year-long decline in its pay-TV business, adding 44,000 video subscribers in Q4. The unexpected turnaround, driven by simplified pricing and bundled streaming, offers a rare bright spot for a sector grappling with soaring costs and cord-cutting.

Jan 30, 2026

Business

Amazon's 2026 Horizon: Wall Street Divided on Whether Tech Giant's Stock Has Room to Run

As Amazon navigates AI investments and cost-cutting, financial analysts are split on its 2026 stock trajectory. While some see stretched valuations, others point to AWS and advertising as engines for further growth.

Jan 30, 2026

Business

Precious Metals Plunge as Warsh Fed Nomination Calms Markets

Gold and silver prices retreated sharply from record highs as President Trump's nomination of Kevin Warsh to lead the Federal Reserve eased concerns over central bank independence, triggering a broad profit-taking sell-off.

Jan 30, 2026

Business

Markets Retreat on Warsh Fed Nomination, Rising Yields; Tech and Mining Stocks Lead Declines

U.S. equity markets slipped Thursday as Treasury yields climbed following President Trump's announcement that he will nominate former Fed Governor Kevin Warsh as the next central bank chair. The move, seen as potentially less dovish, overshadowed positive economic data and corporate earnings.

Jan 30, 2026

Business

IBM's AI and Quantum Ambitions Fuel Optimism as Bank of America Lifts Price Target

Following a robust Q4 earnings beat, IBM's strategic focus on hybrid cloud, AI, and quantum computing earns a price target upgrade from Bank of America, with analysts citing improved growth and free cash flow trajectory.

Jan 30, 2026

Business

Markets in Turmoil: Precious Metals Tumble as Trump Taps Kevin Warsh for Fed Leadership

Gold and silver prices experienced a dramatic sell-off following President Trump's surprise nomination of former Fed governor Kevin Warsh to chair the Federal Reserve, sparking intense debate over future monetary policy direction.

Jan 30, 2026

World

Panama's Supreme Court Nullifies Hutchison Ports Contract, Scuttling $23 Billion MSC-BlackRock Deal

Panama's Supreme Court has declared CK Hutchison's concession to operate the Balboa and Cristóbal ports unconstitutional, derailing a major sale and placing APM Terminals in temporary control. The ruling intensifies geopolitical tensions over control of the strategic Panama Canal.

Jan 30, 2026

Business

Beyond Nvidia: How Broadcom is Quietly Powering the AI Infrastructure Boom

As hyperscalers seek alternatives to expensive GPUs, Broadcom's custom chip design expertise positions it to capture a massive share of the projected $1.4 trillion data center capex market by 2030.

Jan 30, 2026

Business

Kimberly-Clark Boosts Dividend Amid Earnings Pressure, Payout Ratio Raises Questions

The consumer goods giant Kimberly-Clark announced a dividend increase to $1.28 per share, lifting its yield above 5%. However, the move comes against a backdrop of declining earnings, casting doubt on the long-term sustainability of its shareholder returns.

Jan 30, 2026

Business

Whales Circle Three Altcoins as Crypto Markets Seek February Turnaround

On-chain data reveals a notable shift in crypto whale activity, with large-scale accumulation emerging in Shiba Inu, Pendle, and Cardano. This strategic positioning coincides with early technical signals hinting at potential rebounds, setting the stage for a pivotal February.

Jan 30, 2026

Business

Bitcoin Tumbles Below $82,000 as Broader Market Sell-Off Intensifies

Bitcoin's sharp decline this week mirrors a wider market rout, with analysts pointing to a confluence of geopolitical tensions, policy fears, and tech sector volatility as key drivers. The sell-off raises fresh questions about near-term support levels for the flagship cryptocurrency.

Jan 30, 2026

Business

Wall Street Bets on Smooth Sailing for Netflix-Warner Bros. Discovery Merger

As speculation intensifies over a potential acquisition of Warner Bros. Discovery by Netflix, short sellers are rapidly retreating from the stock, signaling market confidence in both the deal's completion and regulatory approval.

Jan 30, 2026

Business

Trump's 'Great' Dollar Remark Fuels Historic Slide, Ignites Precious Metals Frenzy

President Trump's dismissal of concerns over the dollar's decline has accelerated a sell-off, sending the greenback to multi-year lows and triggering record-breaking rallies in gold and silver as markets question U.S. currency policy.

Jan 30, 2026

Business

Atmos Energy's Slowing Returns: A Sign of Stagnation or a Market Mispricing?

Despite significant capital investment, Atmos Energy's return on capital employed (ROCE) remains stagnant at 5.9%, trailing the industry average. This raises questions about the utility's growth efficiency, even as its stock price has soared over 112% in five years.

Jan 30, 2026

Business

Independent Bank Boosts Dividend to $0.28, Signaling Financial Strength and Shareholder Commitment

Independent Bank Corporation (NASDAQ: IBCP) announces a dividend increase to $0.28 per share, continuing its decade-long track record of shareholder returns. Analysts highlight the payout's sustainability amid solid earnings growth projections.

Jan 30, 2026

World

Panama Canal Ports Shift to Maersk After Court Annuls Chinese-Linked Firm's Concession

Panama's Supreme Court has annulled the long-term concession of Hong Kong-based CK Hutchison to operate key ports at the Panama Canal, appointing Denmark's Maersk as temporary administrator. The move follows geopolitical tensions and allegations of unpaid fees.

Jan 30, 2026

Business

LyondellBasell Navigates Market Headwinds, Pivots to Circular Economy with Major Recycling Investments

While Q3 earnings reflect challenging market conditions, the chemical giant reports strong North American performance and accelerates its strategic shift, breaking ground on a flagship advanced recycling plant in Germany and planning a larger facility in Houston.

Jan 30, 2026

Business

Gold Rush 2026: Record Prices and Wild Swings Drive Consumers to Buy and Sell

As gold prices soar past $5,400 an ounce before a sharp pullback, a global rush is underway. From Parisian boutiques to Main Street dealers, consumers are capitalizing on heirlooms or diving into the market, driven by geopolitical tensions and economic uncertainty.

Jan 30, 2026

Business

LyondellBasell Navigates 'Deepest Downturn' with Cost Cuts and Strategic Shifts Amid Trade Volatility

Facing what CEO Peter Vanacker calls the 'deepest and longest downturn' of his career, LyondellBasell reported Q1 2025 results while detailing a new $500 million cash improvement plan. The chemical giant is leaning into portfolio restructuring and its global supply network to weather trade policy uncertainty and weak demand.

Jan 30, 2026