As financial institutions grapple with aging core systems like Gen, experts warn that deferring modernization in hopes of a future AI fix is compounding costs, risks, and missed opportunities in a rapidly evolving digital landscape.
While small-cap stocks have broadly underperformed, recent insider buying activity points to potential value in select global companies. We examine three firms where leadership is putting their own capital to work.
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.
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.
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.
A confluence of geopolitical tensions and macroeconomic pressures sparked a broad crypto market rout over the weekend, creating one of Bitcoin's largest CME futures gaps on record and wiping out over $5.4 billion in leveraged positions.
A perfect storm of geopolitical tension, a surging dollar, and cascading liquidations triggered a brutal selloff across crypto and traditional 'safe havens' over the weekend, raising fresh questions about market maturity and resilience.
Asian markets opened cautiously Monday as a historic metals sell-off reverberated across asset classes. Bitcoin slipped toward $75,000, while regional equities mostly fell. Investors brace for a critical week packed with corporate earnings, central bank decisions, and key economic data.
Global markets stumbled on Monday, with Asian shares and U.S. futures declining sharply. The sell-off was led by a significant pullback in South Korean tech stocks amid renewed concerns over an AI sector bubble, while oil prices dropped over $2 per barrel.
Global markets opened the week under pressure, with Asian shares and U.S. futures declining amid renewed concerns over an AI sector bubble and falling commodity prices. South Korea's Kospi led losses with a sharp 4.6% drop.
Oil prices plunged and precious metals extended their historic sell-off as easing US-Iran tensions and President Trump's hawkish nominee for Federal Reserve Chair triggered a dramatic dollar rally, sending shockwaves through global markets.
Newly unsealed records in the double homicide of Monique and Spencer Tepe allege a pattern of abuse and premeditation by the ex-husband now charged with their murders, painting a grim picture of events leading to the December attack.
General Motors is cutting over 700 positions at its Oshawa, Ontario plant, redirecting investment and workforce development to its U.S. facilities. The move underscores a strategic realignment of North American operations amid evolving trade dynamics and a focus on core truck and SUV programs.
Facing a significant stock decline and a challenging Medicare Advantage outlook, UnitedHealth Group announces leadership changes and a 'Back to Basics' operational reset, aiming to stabilize its core business amid shifting market dynamics.
Integra Resources Corp. has reported its 2025 operational results from the Florida Canyon Mine, with annual production reaching 70,927 ounces of gold. While the figures confirm the mine's established scale, analysts suggest the real investment narrative hinges on the development of the larger DeLamar project and ongoing financial metrics.
As crude prices spike on Middle East tensions, fears of reignited inflation and subsequent Fed action cast a shadow over risk assets, with Bitcoin failing to capitalize on its perceived 'safe-haven' narrative.
Chemical and ammunition manufacturer Olin Corporation reported fourth-quarter results that missed internal forecasts, pressured by plant disruptions, supply issues, and a sharp year-end drop in chlorine demand. Executives emphasized cash preservation and cost control while navigating what they term an extended market downturn.
Following its strategic rebrand from Barrick Gold, Barrick Mining (B) has delivered staggering shareholder returns, reigniting investor interest. Yet, with shares trading at a premium to some fair value estimates, analysts are questioning whether the market has gotten ahead of itself.
The equipment rental giant's stock suffered its worst week in recent memory after quarterly results fell short of Wall Street's expectations, compounded by a price target cut from a major bank.
U.S. stocks extended losses into a third session as investors weighed the potential implications of Kevin Warsh's nomination to lead the Federal Reserve, capping a volatile week of trading.
