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A New Axis Emerges: Meloni and Merz Forge Conservative Alliance, Diminishing Macron's Role in EU Leadership

Italian Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni and German Chancellor Friedrich Merz have signed a landmark partnership pact in Rome, signaling a potential shift in the European Union's traditional Franco-German power center. The accord, focusing on defense, migration, and trade, comes as France grapples with political instability and a weakened presidency.

Feb 2, 2026

Business

Russian Crypto Mining Mogul Igor Runets Placed Under House Arrest in Major Tax Evasion Case

Igor Runets, founder and CEO of Russia's largest Bitcoin mining operator BitRiver, has been detained and placed under house arrest on charges of large-scale tax evasion. The case unfolds against a backdrop of Western sanctions and operational challenges for the once-dominant firm.

Feb 2, 2026

Business

Small-Cap Surge: London's Overlooked Stocks Spark Investor Frenzy

As the FTSE 100 hits record highs, a broader rally in UK mid and small-cap indices is prompting a strategic rethink. Analysts debate whether these long-neglected shares, now showing historic undervaluation, are poised for a major comeback.

Feb 2, 2026

Business

From Novice to Millionaire: How a 40-Year Investment Journey Built a £2m ISA Fortune

At 77, Jane Perry's £2 million ISA portfolio stands as a testament to a simple, disciplined investment strategy begun in the 1980s. Her story challenges the gender investment gap and offers a blueprint for long-term wealth building.

Feb 2, 2026

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Order Book Battle: How Visible Liquidity Walls Held Bitcoin Back While Metals Soared

As gold and silver surged to record highs last month, Bitcoin's puzzling stagnation below $90,000 had traders searching for answers. A closer look at exchange order books reveals a deliberate play by large players to suppress price—a tactic that ultimately set the stage for last week's sharp decline.

Feb 2, 2026

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Story Protocol Delays $IP Token Unlock to 2026 Amid Stalled Adoption and Market Jitters

Citing weak network usage and a need to strengthen its economic model, the IP-centric blockchain Story Protocol has pushed back its major token supply unlock by six months to August 2026, aiming to mitigate sell-off risks and buy time for growth.

Feb 2, 2026

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Bitcoin's Wild Ride: Price Plunge to $74K Exposes Market's Fragile Liquidity

Bitcoin experienced a sharp, V-shaped recovery after briefly tumbling near $74,000, a swing exacerbated by critically thin market liquidity. The move liquidated over half a billion dollars in leveraged positions, underscoring heightened volatility as traders navigate a market lacking depth.

Feb 2, 2026

Business

Insider Confidence: Three UK Stocks Where Management Has Skin in the Game and Earnings Are Soaring

Amid broader market uncertainty, companies with high insider ownership and robust earnings forecasts can signal aligned interests and resilience. We examine three such UK-listed firms, from a gold miner to a convenience food giant, where those running the show have significant personal stakes.

Feb 2, 2026

Business

Stabilus Earnings: A Deeper Look Beyond the Headline Numbers

While Stabilus SE's recent profit figures appeared subdued, a closer examination reveals underlying strength and potential for a rebound, as the market's positive reaction suggests.

Feb 2, 2026

Business

Compagnie Financière Tradition Shares Soar 179% in Three Years, Outpacing Earnings Growth

The Swiss interdealer broker has delivered a stellar 213% total shareholder return since 2021, fueled by market confidence and robust dividends, despite recent slight pullback.

Feb 2, 2026

Business

Pet Industry Investment: Can Niche Player Chewy Outpace Retail Giant Walmart?

As the pet care market expands, investors weigh the focused approach of Chewy against Walmart's diversified scale. While Chewy offers pure exposure, Walmart's broader ecosystem and advertising growth present a compelling alternative.

Feb 2, 2026

Business

Tandem Diabetes Care: A Value Play After Steep Decline, or Value Trap?

Shares of insulin pump maker Tandem Diabetes Care have plummeted over 80% in five years, trading near $20. A deep dive into valuation metrics suggests the stock may now be modestly undervalued, but significant risks and competitive pressures remain.

Feb 2, 2026

Business

Landstar System's Valuation Check: A Pause in Momentum or a Buying Opportunity?

After a recent pullback, Landstar System's (LSTR) shares present a complex valuation picture. While short-term momentum has improved, the stock trades at a significant premium to industry P/E ratios, raising questions about its growth prospects amid a mixed freight demand environment.

Feb 2, 2026

Business

Advanced Energy Industries Promoted to S&P 400, Signaling Growth and Shifting Investor Perceptions

Advanced Energy Industries (AEIS) transitions from the S&P 600 to the S&P 400 index, a move that reflects its evolving market stature and is set to alter its visibility among institutional investors and index-tracking funds.

Feb 2, 2026

Business

Bitcoin's Slide Below $75K Puts MicroStrategy's Billion-Dollar Bet in the Red

A sharp correction in Bitcoin prices has pushed MicroStrategy's massive holdings into significant paper losses, testing the resolve of the corporate sector's most vocal crypto advocate and raising questions about the sustainability of its accumulation strategy.

Feb 2, 2026

Sanofi's Genetic Disorder Drug Shows Promise in Gaucher Trial, Stumbles in Fabry Study

Sanofi's experimental oral drug venglustat demonstrated significant neurological benefits for patients with Type 3 Gaucher disease in a late-stage trial, but failed to meet its primary endpoint in a separate study for Fabry disease, casting uncertainty on its regulatory path.

Feb 2, 2026

Business

Capgemini Divests U.S. Unit Amid Scrutiny Over ICE Software Contract

French IT giant Capgemini moves to sell its U.S. government solutions subsidiary following political and internal pressure over its contract with Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE), as public debate intensifies around tech's role in immigration enforcement.

Feb 2, 2026

Business

DeFi Giants Unwind: $371 Million Ethereum Sell-Off Signals Strategic Risk Reduction

Two of the largest known Ethereum holders, BitcoinOG and Trend Research, have strategically sold a combined $371 million worth of ETH to repay loans on the Aave protocol. This voluntary deleveraging, distinct from over $140 million in automated liquidations processed by Aave, highlights a shift towards caution among major crypto players amid market volatility.

Feb 2, 2026

Business

Germany's Gold Dilemma: Should Berlin Repatriate Its $100 Billion Reserves from the U.S.?

As transatlantic tensions simmer, a renewed push to bring home Germany's gold stored in New York vaults sparks debate over financial security, political symbolism, and Cold War-era trust.

Feb 2, 2026

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USA Rare Earth Secures $3.1B in Federal and Private Funding, Fueling Ambitions to Challenge China's Dominance

Backed by a major U.S. government loan and a surge in private equity, USA Rare Earth is accelerating its domestic mining and manufacturing projects, positioning itself at the forefront of a critical national strategy.

Feb 2, 2026