NBT Bancorp met Q4 earnings expectations, driven by its Evans Bancorp merger and wealth management income. While the market reaction was muted, analysts pressed management on loan growth sustainability, deposit costs, and the competitive landscape in a challenging rate environment.
The vital Rafah border crossing between Gaza and Egypt has partially reopened after a prolonged closure, a key provision of the US-mediated ceasefire. The move allows for limited humanitarian movement under stringent security oversight by Israel and Egypt.
Havana denies White House accusations of being a security threat while appealing for constructive talks, as U.S. pressure cuts off vital Venezuelan oil supplies and risks a humanitarian crisis.
Portland Mayor Keith Wilson has called for U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) to leave the city, condemning federal agents' deployment of tear gas and other crowd-control munitions against a weekend protest he described as peaceful.
A video game funded by the British government and designed for schoolchildren has drawn criticism for suggesting that questioning mass migration or researching immigration statistics could lead to referral to the UK's Prevent counter-terrorism programme.
Gold prices tumbled from a record $5,600 to $4,770 per ounce, while silver plummeted 31% in a single day—the steepest decline since 1980. Analysts point to shifting U.S. monetary policy expectations and eased geopolitical anxieties as key drivers behind the sudden sell-off.
U.S. energy firm BKV has completed a $115.1 million transaction to raise its stake in the BKV-BPP Power joint venture to 75%, gaining operational control as it positions to meet surging electricity needs from Texas's booming data center and AI sector.
New Gold Inc. shareholders have overwhelmingly approved the planned acquisition by Coeur Mining, a move set to create a leading, diversified precious metals producer focused entirely in North America. The deal, valued through a share swap, is anticipated to close in mid-2026.
ABIVAX (NASDAQ:ABVX) shares have skyrocketed over 2000% in recent months, fueled by speculation of an Eli Lilly buyout and promising clinical data for its lead drug. CEO Marc De Garidel has publicly dismissed the acquisition rumors as 'noise,' redirecting focus to the company's financing needs and advancing therapeutic programs.
Audius SE (FRA:3ITN) shares jumped 13% last week, prompting a closer look at whether the rally is backed by the company's financial health or driven by broader market sentiment.
Pharmaceutical giant Eli Lilly announces a major $3.5 billion manufacturing expansion for its weight-loss drugs and enters two strategic research collaborations in gene editing and immunology, signaling aggressive growth plans amid a recent stock valuation dip.
A final arbitration ruling in favor of Venture Global LNG against Spain's Repsol resolves a high-stakes contractual dispute, providing clarity on cash flows and bolstering confidence in the company's long-term project viability amid volatile energy markets.
As Thailand heads to the polls, Prime Minister Anutin Charnvirakul—a master political operator known for his ability to navigate crises—seeks to retain power. His tenure has been marked by strategic reversals, controversial policies, and the delicate balancing of conservative elites and public expectations.
In a landmark deal reshaping the U.S. energy landscape, NRG Energy has completed its acquisition of LS Power's 13GW natural gas fleet and virtual power plant platform, significantly boosting its capacity and demand-response capabilities in key markets.
Chevron's fourth-quarter profit fell 12.5% year-over-year, pressured by lower oil prices, but the energy giant highlighted robust operational cash flow, record production levels following its Hess acquisition, and significant progress in its long-term strategic projects.
Alibaba Group has pledged 3 billion yuan ($431 million) to promote its Qwen AI app during the upcoming Lunar New Year holiday, significantly outpacing similar campaigns by rivals Tencent and Baidu and marking a major escalation in China's competitive AI landscape.
The Hong Kong Monetary Authority (HKMA) is poised to grant its inaugural stablecoin issuer licenses in March, with approvals expected for only a select few firms. The move transitions the city's digital asset framework from sandbox testing to a formally regulated market, focusing on stringent risk controls and credible use cases.
A new proposal from Ethereum's Vitalik Buterin to refine creator tokens using DAOs and prediction markets has met with sharp criticism from Dogecoin's Billy Markus, who dismisses the entire model as destined to fail.
Leading Solana DEX aggregator Jupiter has finalized a $35 million strategic investment from ParaFi Capital, with the landmark deal to be settled entirely in its native stablecoin, JupUSD. The move signals strong institutional validation and a push for JupUSD adoption.
Recent data shows the average Bitcoin held by U.S. spot ETFs is now worth less than its purchase price, following two consecutive weeks of major outflows that have deepened the cryptocurrency's downturn.
