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Business

Brunswick Charts Steady Course as Marine Market Rebounds, Touts Record Cash Flow and Debt Reduction

Brunswick Corporation (NYSE: BC) closed its 2025 fiscal year on a confident note, citing a resilient recovery in the marine market, a historic surge in free cash flow, and significant debt reduction. While navigating persistent tariff headwinds, the company's leadership pointed to stabilizing retail demand and strategic market share gains as key drivers for cautious optimism heading into 2026.

Jan 30, 2026

Business

Target Doubles Down on Beauty: 3,000+ New Products and Store Revamps Signal Strategic Shift

Target is launching its largest-ever spring beauty collection, introducing over 3,000 new, predominantly budget-friendly items alongside redesigned in-store experiences and key leadership appointments, signaling a major strategic push to capture market share in the lucrative beauty sector.

Jan 30, 2026

Business

Aon's €260M Climate Fund Fuels Investor Debate: Strategic Pivot or Valuation Stretch?

Aon plc (NYSE: AON) is in the spotlight following the launch of a major emerging markets climate transition fund with Irish Life Investment Managers. The move expands its sustainable investment footprint to over €1 billion as analysts scrutinize whether its current share price fully reflects future growth prospects amid a mixed performance backdrop.

Jan 30, 2026

Business

Disney Shares Tumble as Streaming Pivot Weighs on Profits

Disney's stock fell sharply Monday, reflecting investor unease over the financial toll of its transition from traditional cable to direct-to-consumer streaming, despite overall revenue growth.

Feb 2, 2026

Business

Fifth Third Seals $10.9 Billion Comerica Acquisition, Creating a U.S. Banking Powerhouse

Fifth Third Bancorp has finalized its acquisition of Comerica Incorporated, a move that consolidates the Midwest banking landscape and creates the nation's ninth-largest bank with nearly $300 billion in assets.

Feb 2, 2026

Business

Kellogg's New COO: Ferrero Veteran Takes Helm Amid Post-Acquisition Transformation

WK Kellogg Co. names former Ferrero executive Jean-Baptiste Santoul as Chief Operating Officer, signaling a strategic shift following its $3.1 billion acquisition by the global confectionery giant.

Feb 2, 2026

Business

Jim Cramer Backs Carrier Global, Advising Investors to 'Buy and Hold'

CNBC's Jim Cramer endorsed Carrier Global Corp. (NYSE:CARR) on his recent show, praising CEO Dave Gitlin's leadership and strategic acquisition. He recommended investors buy the stock for the long term, citing confidence in the company's positioning within the climate solutions sector.

Feb 2, 2026

Business

Jim Cramer Eyes Microsoft Dip as Buying Opportunity, Questions AI Spending Priorities

CNBC's Jim Cramer suggests investors watch for a pullback in Microsoft shares, praising its leadership but expressing concern that the tech giant's AI investments may not be optimally targeted to meet soaring demand.

Feb 2, 2026

Business

Seeking Shelter in Dividends: Three ASX Stocks for a Turbulent February 2026

With interest rate uncertainty and global headwinds buffeting markets, income-focused investors are turning to dividend-paying stocks for potential stability. We examine three ASX-listed companies offering yields above 3%, assessing their resilience in the current climate.

Feb 2, 2026

Business

Insider Confidence: Three ASX Stocks Poised for Strong Earnings Growth Amid Market Uncertainty

As investors navigate a complex economic landscape, companies with significant insider ownership and robust earnings forecasts are drawing attention. We examine three ASX-listed firms where leadership's skin in the game aligns with ambitious growth projections.

Feb 2, 2026

Business

Tesla Shares Slide as Musk-Epstein Email Exchange Emerges in Court Documents

Newly unsealed correspondence contradicts CEO's prior statements, sparking investor concern amid broader challenges for the electric vehicle maker.

Feb 2, 2026

Business

Musk Declares Solar the 'Foundation of Everything,' Dismisses Rival Energy Sources as Primitive

In a sweeping interview, Elon Musk positioned solar power as the indispensable core of future energy, AI, and space ambitions, praising China's manufacturing scale while urging a massive U.S. build-out.

Feb 2, 2026

Business

Zegna Charts Course Through 'New Normal' with DTC Focus and Retail Expansion

In his first interview as Executive Chairman, Gildo Zegna outlines a strategy of agility and direct consumer engagement to navigate global uncertainties, as the group reports resilient 2025 results driven by its flagship brand.

Feb 2, 2026

Business

Global Payments Bets Big on Merchant Services with Worldplay Acquisition and Unit Sale

In a major strategic pivot, Global Payments (NYSE:GPN) is shedding its issuer processing business to focus on merchant acquiring, fueled by its planned acquisition of Worldpay. The move aims to reshape its revenue streams and competitive edge in the evolving payments landscape.

Feb 2, 2026

Business

A Warsh-Led Fed: Banking's Golden Promise or Political Mirage?

Regional banks like Fifth Third are betting on a historic profit surge if Kevin Warsh reshapes the Fed. But Wall Street warns his ambitious plan to slash rates and shrink the balance sheet faces fierce internal and political headwinds, threatening market stability.

Feb 2, 2026

Business

Microvast's Five-Year Plunge: Battery Maker's Stock Tumbles 88% Amid Sector Headwinds

Despite solid revenue growth, Microvast Holdings (NASDAQ: MVST) has seen its share price collapse over the past five years, erasing billions in market value and testing the patience of long-term investors.

Feb 2, 2026

Business

Kratos Defense Stock Slump Continues: Valuation Concerns Eclipse Strong Drone Business

Despite its leadership in high-demand defense sectors like drones and hypersonics, Kratos Defense & Security's shares face sustained pressure as investors question its sky-high valuation and cash flow.

Feb 2, 2026

Business

Hess Midstream Eyes Cash Flow Surge as Major Capex Cycle Concludes

Hess Midstream Partners (HESM) capped off 2025 with robust operational results and the completion of its core infrastructure build-out. Management now signals a sharp pivot towards capital discipline, forecasting significantly lower spending through 2028 to fuel growing shareholder returns, even as severe winter weather tempers near-term volume expectations.

Feb 2, 2026

World

Damascus Extends Reach: Syrian Forces Enter Kurdish Strongholds Under Integration Pact

Syrian government security forces entered the key northeastern city of Hasakeh on Monday, implementing a landmark integration deal with Kurdish authorities. The move marks a significant step in Damascus's campaign to reassert control over the entire country, reshaping the political landscape of northern Syria.

Feb 2, 2026

Business

Beyond the AI Hype: Why Apple and Berkshire Hathaway Anchor a Prudent Portfolio for 2026

Amid market volatility driven by AI speculation, a seasoned investor makes the case for a dual-anchor strategy built on Apple's surging iPhone sales and Berkshire Hathaway's formidable $378 billion cash reserve.

Feb 2, 2026