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NewtekOne Posts Record 2025, Touts Bank Charter Success and Disruptive Tech Edge

NewtekOne (NASDAQ: NEWT) reported robust Q4 and full-year 2025 results, highlighting the third anniversary of its OCC-chartered bank. The financial holding company saw net income rise 16.4% to $80 million, driven by strong deposit growth, successful securitizations, and a focus on serving independent business owners with long-term, 'patient capital' loans.

Jan 30, 2026

Business

Salesforce Secures Major Army Cloud Deal, Launches Wildfire Venture Amid Stock Volatility

Salesforce lands a $5.6 billion Army modernization contract and launches a wildfire-fighting consortium with Lockheed Martin and others, as investors weigh long-term public sector growth against recent share price declines.

Feb 3, 2026

Business

Beyond the Headlines: Puget Sound's Tech Shake-Up Tests Regional Resilience

As major tech firms announce significant layoffs across Washington, the region grapples with a fundamental question: Is this a temporary downturn or a structural pivot toward AI and new industries? The impact ripples far beyond corporate campuses, threatening the vitality of local small businesses that built their models on tech's explosive growth.

Feb 3, 2026

Business

Micron Bets $24 Billion on Singapore NAND Megafab to Power AI Boom

Micron Technology has broken ground on a massive new NAND fabrication facility in Singapore, a decade-long, $24 billion project aimed at meeting explosive demand for AI and data storage. The move signals a strategic long-term pivot but raises questions about market cycles and capital discipline.

Feb 3, 2026

Business

Alliance Resource Partners: A Coal Stock's Valuation Puzzle Amid Shifting Energy Markets

Alliance Resource Partners (ARLP) is attracting renewed investor scrutiny as its share price shows divergent short and long-term trends. While a strong three-year performance contrasts with recent stagnation, analysts debate whether the stock's current discount represents a genuine opportunity or reflects deeper sectoral headwinds.

Feb 3, 2026

Business

Donaldson Company's Valuation Under Scrutiny Following Stellar 47% Annual Return

After delivering a 47.6% total shareholder return over the past year, industrial filtration leader Donaldson Company (NYSE: DCI) is facing renewed investor debate. With shares now trading near $101, analysts question whether its premium valuation fully reflects future growth prospects amid shifting industrial demand cycles.

Feb 3, 2026

US

Florida Teens Rescued After Cross-Country Abduction Plot; Suspect Groomed Victims on Roblox, Snapchat

A 19-year-old man faces kidnapping charges after allegedly grooming two sisters, ages 12 and 14, on popular online platforms and driving over 20 hours from Nebraska to Florida to meet them, authorities report.

Feb 3, 2026

US

Three Fraternity Leaders Arrested in Hazing Death of NAU Freshman Following Initiation Event

Three leaders of the Delta Tau Delta fraternity at Northern Arizona University face hazing charges after an 18-year-old prospective member died following an event where he consumed a large quantity of vodka, court documents reveal.

Feb 3, 2026

World

Kyiv, Kharkiv Hit by Renewed Russian Strikes as Deep Freeze Grips Ukraine

Russian forces launched a wave of attacks on Ukraine's capital Kyiv and second city Kharkiv early Tuesday, targeting energy infrastructure and residential areas amid sub-zero temperatures, officials said.

Feb 3, 2026

Business

Beyond Blackwell: Three Pillars of Nvidia's Continued Dominance in 2026

As the AI infrastructure race intensifies, Nvidia appears poised for another year of robust growth, driven by system-level sales, a resilient margin profile, and a formidable software ecosystem that competitors struggle to match.

Feb 3, 2026

Business

Bargain Hunting in Asia: Three Stocks Trading at Steep Discounts to Intrinsic Value

Amid a complex global market backdrop, several Asian equities appear significantly undervalued based on cash flow projections. We examine three companies—spanning semiconductors, defense, and electronics—trading at discounts of up to 43.8%.

Feb 3, 2026

Business

Insider Confidence: Three Asian Growth Stocks Where Management Has Skin in the Game

In a volatile market, companies with high insider ownership often signal strong alignment between management and shareholders. We examine three Asian growth firms where insiders hold over 30% of the equity.

Feb 3, 2026

Business

Opendoor Bets Its Future on AI: New CEO to Lead Tech-Driven Overhaul of Home Flipping Model

Opendoor Technologies appoints a new CEO to spearhead a strategic pivot, placing artificial intelligence at the core of its home buying and selling operations to refine pricing, manage risk, and challenge traditional real estate players.

Feb 3, 2026

Business

Hoenle AG Shares at €9.22: Undervalued Gem or Value Trap for Investors?

German UV technology specialist Hoenle AG has seen its share price rally in recent months, yet analysts suggest it may still trade below its intrinsic value. We examine whether this small-cap stock presents a buying opportunity or carries hidden risks.

Feb 3, 2026

Business

Toyota's Electrified Surge and Super Bowl Spotlight Fuel Investor Debate

Toyota Motor Corporation caps off 2025 with robust global sales, retaining its title as the world's top automaker, powered by accelerating demand for its electrified lineup. As strategic brand investments during Super Bowl LX aim to solidify its U.S. market presence, analysts weigh the company's steady transition against the financial risks of an electric future.

Feb 3, 2026

Business

Intel's Comeback Story Gains Traction as Analysts Revise Outlook

Wall Street is recalibrating its view on Intel, with a significant boost in the consensus price target reflecting renewed confidence in the chipmaker's strategic turnaround and long-term growth prospects.

Feb 3, 2026

US

Community Rallies Around Family of Slain NYPD Officer, a New Mother Killed by Alleged Drunk Driver

A wave of public support has generated nearly $200,000 for the family of Nassau County Police Officer Patricia Espinosa, 42, who was killed in a crash allegedly caused by an intoxicated driver while on her way to work.

Feb 3, 2026

Business

German Powerhouse FRIWO's Capital Efficiency Soars, Outpacing Industry Peers

The German electrical equipment manufacturer FRIWO AG demonstrates a masterclass in capital allocation, with its return on capital employed (ROCE) surging to an impressive 48%. This marks a dramatic turnaround from losses five years ago, achieved without a significant increase in its capital base, highlighting operational transformation and efficient reinvestment.

Feb 3, 2026

SpaceX Acquires Musk's xAI, Unveils Vision for Orbital Supercomputing to Power Next-Gen AI

Elon Musk's aerospace company SpaceX has finalized its acquisition of artificial intelligence firm xAI, announcing a controversial long-term strategy to develop space-based AI data centers powered by solar energy, citing insurmountable earthly constraints on power and cooling.

Feb 3, 2026

Business

Lemonade's Tesla-Tied Insurance Gamble Fuels a 22% January Surge

Lemonade's stock soared in January, propelled by the launch of a novel, usage-based insurance plan for Tesla vehicles that slashes premiums when Full Self-Driving is engaged, signaling a strategic pivot towards data-driven, autonomous future.

Feb 3, 2026