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Amazon in Talks for Massive $50 Billion OpenAI Stake Amid AI-Driven Restructuring

Amazon is reportedly negotiating a landmark investment of up to $50 billion in OpenAI, a move that would cement its position as a dominant AI investor. The talks coincide with a wave of layoffs—reportedly around 30,000 since October—that management has linked to efficiency gains from automation, raising questions about the balance between AI ambition and workforce impact.

Feb 2, 2026

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Dropbox Stock Slump Sparks Value Debate: Is DBX a Hidden Gem or a Fading Star?

Dropbox shares have faced significant pressure over the past year, declining roughly 20% and raising questions about its long-term growth trajectory. As the stock trades below key fair value estimates, investors are divided on whether this represents a buying opportunity or reflects deeper challenges in the competitive cloud storage market.

Feb 2, 2026

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Visa Shares Climb on Strong Quarterly Results, Fueled by Consumer Spending and Digital Innovation

The payments giant reported a 15% jump in revenue, beating Wall Street estimates, as it positions itself to capitalize on emerging trends in stablecoins and AI-driven commerce.

Feb 2, 2026

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Reddit's Q4 Earnings: A Litmus Test for AI Ambitions and Premium Valuation

As Reddit prepares to report its fourth-quarter results on February 5th, investors are weighing its surging user growth and lucrative data-licensing deals against a sky-high valuation and a volatile market backdrop.

Feb 2, 2026

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Pitney Bowes Attracts Major Institutional Bet as Turnaround Gains Traction

Capital Management Corp significantly boosted its stake in the logistics and mailing solutions provider, signaling confidence in its financial recovery and cash generation despite a revenue dip.

Feb 2, 2026

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Peoples Financial Services Announces President Thomas Tulaney's Retirement, CEO Gerard Chambi Poised to Succeed

Peoples Financial Services Corp. (PFIS) has announced that President Thomas P. Tulaney will retire in April 2026. CEO Gerard A. Chambi is expected to assume the president role, with Tulaney transitioning to a senior advisory position to ensure continuity.

Feb 2, 2026

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Delaware Supreme Court Slashes Tesla Legal Fee Award by $100M, Musk Hails Decision

The Delaware Supreme Court has dramatically reduced the legal fees awarded to attorneys in a shareholder lawsuit against Tesla's board, cutting the sum from $176.1 million to $70.9 million. The ruling, which cited an overvaluation of the settlement, prompted a pointed response from CEO Elon Musk.

Feb 2, 2026

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Hercules Capital: A Hidden Gem in High-Growth Financing?

Hercules Capital (HTGC), a key lender to venture-backed companies, appears significantly undervalued by traditional metrics. With shares trading at a discount to intrinsic value and below peer multiples, the market may be overlooking its strategic role and earnings potential.

Feb 2, 2026

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M/I Homes' 2025 Earnings Dip and Buyback Completion Reshape Investor Outlook

M/I Homes' latest financial results reveal a year of softer earnings and margin pressure, even as the company completed a significant share repurchase. This mixed picture is prompting investors to reassess the homebuilder's near-term growth trajectory and the sustainability of its capital return strategy.

Feb 2, 2026

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Airgain's Revised Price Target Signals Shifting Market Sentiment

A recent adjustment to Airgain's price target by analysts reflects a broader reassessment of the wireless connectivity specialist's prospects, underscoring how evolving narratives, rather than single events, are reshaping investor views on the stock.

Feb 2, 2026

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Coupang Faces Legal Storm and Leadership Crisis After Massive Data Breach

South Korean e-commerce giant Coupang is confronting a multi-front crisis, including class-action lawsuits and regulatory probes, following a data breach impacting millions. The fallout has led to the CEO's resignation and intensified scrutiny of corporate governance and cybersecurity protocols.

Feb 2, 2026

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Verizon's Bold Bet: Strong Q4, Buyback Plan, and Frontier Deal Fuel Turnaround Optimism

Verizon Communications (VZ) surged nearly 12% after a robust Q4 2023 report, record postpaid growth, and a major share repurchase program. The telecom giant's confident 2026 outlook and strategic acquisition of Frontier assets signal a potential pivot, though questions about debt and valuation persist.

Feb 2, 2026

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Qualcomm Accelerates Automotive AI Ambitions with New 'Zenith' Platform, Challenging NVIDIA's Dominance

At CES 2026, Qualcomm and ECARX unveiled the Snapdragon Elite-powered Zenith computing platform, marking a significant escalation in the chipmaker's push to capture the high-value automotive AI market and diversify beyond its smartphone roots.

Feb 2, 2026

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Intel's Foundry Ambitions Gain Momentum as Apple, Nvidia Explore U.S. Chip Production Deals

Intel's bid to become a major contract chipmaker receives a significant boost as tech giants Apple and Nvidia engage in talks to shift portions of their advanced semiconductor manufacturing to Intel's U.S. facilities, challenging the long-standing dominance of TSMC and Samsung.

Feb 2, 2026

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Beyond the Big Board: Three TSX Penny Stocks Drawing Investor Scrutiny Amid Strong Earnings Season

As the TSX rides a wave of positive earnings momentum, adventurous investors are turning their gaze to the penny stock arena. We analyze three micro-cap companies—Automotive Finco, Aurora Spine, and Wilton Resources—that are generating buzz, weighing their potential against significant financial risks.

Feb 2, 2026

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Palantir's AI Tools for ICE Tip Processing Emerge Ahead of Critical Earnings Report

A newly disclosed DHS document reveals Palantir is providing generative AI to U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement to sort and summarize enforcement tips, highlighting the firm's deepening government integration just days before its Q4 earnings release.

Feb 2, 2026

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Columbia Financial to Acquire Northfield Bancorp in $597 Million Deal, Sets 2026 Timeline for Full Public Conversion

Columbia Financial (NASDAQ: CLBK) has announced a definitive agreement to merge with Northfield Bancorp in an all-stock transaction valued at approximately $597 million. The deal, slated to close in early Q3 2026, coincides with Columbia's planned "second-step" conversion to a fully public company, a move executives say will unlock value and create a leading regional bank in the New Jersey-New York metro area.

Feb 2, 2026

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Hussman Strategic Advisors Bets Big on Etsy Turnaround, Boosts Stake to Become Second-Largest Holding

Investment firm Hussman Strategic Advisors has significantly increased its stake in Etsy, signaling strong conviction in the e-commerce platform's recovery strategy and growth potential, particularly from its Depop subsidiary.

Feb 2, 2026

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FAT Brands Seeks Chapter 11 Protection Amid $1.3 Billion Debt Restructuring

The parent company of Fatburger, Johnny Rockets, and Twin Peaks files for bankruptcy in Texas, citing inflationary pressures and shifting consumer demand, while vowing to keep restaurants open.

Feb 2, 2026

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Chefs' Warehouse Stock Serves Up a 103% Gain for Long-Term Investors

Shares of The Chefs' Warehouse (NASDAQ:CHEF) have more than doubled over the past five years, a remarkable run fueled by the company's pivot to profitability. While recent momentum has cooled, analysts point to sustained earnings growth as a key indicator of underlying strength.

Feb 2, 2026