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Cullen/Frost Bankers Surpasses Q4 Expectations, Expands Buyback Amid Strong Texas Growth

Cullen/Frost Bankers (NYSE: CFR) reported robust fourth-quarter results, beating analyst estimates on earnings and revenue. The Texas-based regional bank also announced a new $300 million share repurchase program and raised its guidance, fueling a debate on whether its current valuation fully reflects its growth trajectory.

Jan 30, 2026

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Hershey Stock in the Spotlight: Earnings Optimism and Spicy New Gummies Fuel Investor Interest

Hershey (HSY) shares are drawing renewed attention from Wall Street as upbeat earnings sentiment converges with the launch of its innovative Jolly Rancher Heat Wave Gummies. While recent momentum is strong, valuation metrics present a complex picture for the iconic confectioner.

Jan 30, 2026

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Honeywell Accelerates Aerospace Spin-Off to Q3 2026 Amid Record Orders, Reshaping Investor Outlook

Honeywell International posts a robust Q4 with record orders and backlog, while announcing an accelerated timeline to spin off its core Aerospace business as a standalone public company by late 2026, a move set to redefine its investment profile.

Jan 30, 2026

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Pelosi Divests Major Disney Stake Amid Company's Strategic Crossroads

Former House Speaker Nancy Pelosi has sold between $1 million and $5 million worth of Disney shares, a move that spotlights the entertainment giant's struggle to navigate declining linear TV revenues and intense streaming competition, even as its parks and direct-to-consumer segments show resilience.

Jan 30, 2026

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B2Gold's Rally Puts Valuation in Focus: Is There Room to Run After 117% Annual Surge?

B2Gold's shares have surged over 117% in the past year, fueled by strong operational performance and renewed investor confidence in gold. As the stock consolidates recent gains, analysts debate whether its current valuation fully prices in future growth from key projects like Fekola and Goose.

Jan 30, 2026

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FAT Brands Faces Nasdaq Delisting Following Chapter 11 Bankruptcy Filing

The parent company of numerous restaurant chains will be removed from the Nasdaq exchange on February 4, transitioning to high-risk over-the-counter trading after failing to meet listing requirements.

Jan 30, 2026

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CNH Industrial's Automation Drive and Steady Demand Fuel Investor Optimism Amid Valuation Debate

CNH Industrial is capturing investor attention with its strategic push into automation, highlighted by the new R4 autonomous robot, and a stable demand outlook for its core agriculture and construction segments. This comes as the market weighs the company's recent stock momentum against contrasting valuation models.

Jan 30, 2026

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Deckers Outpaces Forecasts as HOKA and UGG Power Strong Q4 Finish

Footwear giant Deckers Brands posted quarterly revenue and profit that handily beat Wall Street estimates, driven by surging global demand for its HOKA and UGG labels. The company raised its full-year outlook, citing robust direct-to-consumer growth and international momentum.

Jan 30, 2026

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IFF's Post-Earnings Crossroads: A Deep Dive into the Flavor Maker's Struggles

International Flavors & Fragrances (IFF) shares have lagged the broader market, raising questions about its turnaround strategy and long-term value proposition for investors.

Jan 30, 2026

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Bannerman Energy Shares Surge Ahead of Key Quarterly Update: Is the Uranium Play Still Undervalued?

With its share price up nearly 40% in a month, Bannerman Energy (ASX:BMN) is drawing intense investor scrutiny ahead of its December quarter report and investor webinar. Analysts weigh whether the uranium developer's rally has outpaced fundamentals.

Jan 30, 2026

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29Metals Secures A$150m Lifeline, Shares Jump 9% – Is the Turnaround Now on Firmer Ground?

The ASX-listed miner's heavily discounted rights issue aims to shore up its balance sheet after a period of steep losses, but analysts are divided on whether the fresh capital marks a new beginning or merely delays deeper challenges.

Jan 30, 2026

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AI's Relentless Pace: Tech Giants Forced to Choose Between Evolution and Obsolescence

As artificial intelligence reshapes the competitive landscape, tech leaders face a stark choice: disrupt their own profitable core businesses or risk being left behind. New financial results from Microsoft, Meta, and Tesla reveal the high-stakes strategies—and market reactions—defining this pivotal moment.

Jan 30, 2026

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Deckers Outdoor Soars on Strong Quarterly Results, Lifts Full-Year Outlook

Shares of Deckers Outdoor surged over 17% Friday after the footwear and apparel company reported robust Q3 earnings, driven by full-price selling across its UGG and HOKA brands and prompting an upward revision to its annual forecast.

Jan 30, 2026

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Beyond the Postage Meter: How Data Analytics is Unlocking Hidden Savings in Business Shipping

For many companies, shipping remains a blind spot in the budget. New analysis reveals how leveraging logistics data can identify inefficiencies, renegotiate carrier contracts, and transform a cost center into a source of competitive advantage.

Jan 30, 2026

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USA Rare Earth Secures Major CHIPS Act Funding, Prompting Analyst Price Target Surge

USA Rare Earth Inc. (NASDAQ: USAR) sees its price target significantly raised by Canaccord Genuity and Benchmark following a landmark $1.6 billion commitment from the U.S. CHIPS Program, accelerating its plans to build a domestic rare earth supply chain.

Jan 30, 2026

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Beyond the Mandate: Calls Grow for Central Banks to Refocus on Inflation Fight

As the Bank of England prepares for a leadership transition in 2028, a debate ignited by former Fed governor Kevin Warsh gains traction: should central banks shed ancillary roles and return to their core mission of price stability?

Jan 30, 2026

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Lido Launches Customizable stVaults, Drawing Linea and Nansen as First Major Adopters

Ethereum's dominant liquid staking protocol, Lido, has launched its modular stVaults on mainnet, enabling protocols and institutions to create tailored staking solutions. Consensys's Linea and analytics firm Nansen were among the first to deploy, signaling a shift towards more flexible staking infrastructure.

Jan 30, 2026

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Global Sugar Glut Deepens, Sending Prices to Multi-Year Lows

Sugar futures tumbled further this week, with New York prices hitting a 2.5-month low and London white sugar sinking to a five-year trough, as analysts warn of swelling global surpluses driven by record harvests in Brazil and India.

Jan 30, 2026

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Spanish Food Giant Calidad Pascual Shifts to Decentralized Model in Major Overhaul

Under new CEO César Vargas, the family-owned group is breaking into five autonomous business units in a bid to boost agility and market responsiveness, as it eyes growth beyond its €900m turnover.

Jan 30, 2026

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Trade Tensions Fuel Construction Costs: Tariffs Drive 3.2% Surge in Nonresidential Building Expenses

New data reveals tariffs imposed on key materials like steel and aluminum pushed nonresidential construction costs up 3.2% in 2025, with economists warning of continued pressure and broader impacts on equipment prices in the year ahead.

Jan 30, 2026