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Metals Market Reels as Speculative Frenzy Cools: Chinese Investors at Center of Historic Gold, Silver Plunge

Precious metals markets experienced one of their most volatile weeks on record, with silver plummeting 26% and gold dropping 9% in a dramatic reversal. The sell-off, triggered by shifting U.S. policy expectations, laid bare the market's recent dependence on speculative flows from China, raising questions about stability ahead of the Lunar New Year.

Feb 2, 2026

Business

Markets Reel as Geopolitical Thaw and Fed Pick Reshape Landscape

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.

Feb 2, 2026

Business

Gold Rush Gone Wrong: Shenzhen's Jereh Platform Collapse Leaves 150,000 Investors Facing Pennies on the Dollar

The collapse of Shenzhen-based Jereh, a gold trading platform that operated with massive leverage and no physical backing, has left a trail of financial devastation for 150,000 retail investors, who now confront a controversial repayment plan offering mere fractions of their investments.

Feb 2, 2026

US

From Suspected Rival to Betrayal by Friends: The Twisted Stalking Saga of a Celebrity Esthetician

Los Angeles skincare entrepreneur Dawn DaLuise spent months believing a business competitor was terrorizing her, only to discover the real perpetrators were two close friends—a revelation detailed in a new true-crime documentary.

Feb 2, 2026

US

Venezuelan Opposition Leader Machado Projects Optimism in Washington Amidst Political Turmoil; Immigration Tensions Simmer at Home

In an exclusive 'Face the Nation' interview, Nobel laureate María Corina Machado discusses Venezuela's future after U.S. intervention, while domestic debates over ICE tactics and a partial government shutdown highlight deepening political divisions.

Feb 2, 2026

Business

Gold Plunge Deepens: Metals Rout Continues as Decade-Long Rally Unravels

Gold and silver extended their historic sell-off on Monday, with spot prices tumbling as much as 4% in early trading. The dramatic reversal follows a record-breaking rally that had lifted precious metals to unprecedented heights, stunning veteran traders and analysts alike.

Feb 2, 2026

Business

End of an Era: Eddie Bauer Files for Bankruptcy, Shuttering 200 North American Stores

The iconic outdoor retailer Eddie Bauer is preparing to file for Chapter 11 bankruptcy, a move that will close its entire fleet of roughly 200 physical stores across the U.S. and Canada. While its e-commerce and wholesale operations will live on, the decision marks a dramatic retreat from the mall landscape it helped define for decades.

Feb 2, 2026

Business

Lockheed Martin Bolsters Defense Portfolio with Major Missile Pact, Expands into Wildfire Tech

Defense giant Lockheed Martin secures a pivotal seven-year agreement to dramatically ramp up production of key missile defense systems while launching a new venture aimed at combating wildfires, signaling a dual-track strategy of reinforcing core government business and diversifying into civilian applications.

Jan 31, 2026

Business

ExxonMobil Charts Post-Transformation Course, Touts Record Returns and Tech-Driven Growth

ExxonMobil's 2025 year-end results underscore a reshaped corporate strategy, delivering record shareholder returns and production milestones in Guyana and the Permian, while advancing carbon capture and enterprise digitalization.

Jan 31, 2026

Business

Pony AI's Cost Breakthrough Fuels Optimism for Autonomous Vehicle Rollout in Asia

As Pony AI Inc. slashes hardware costs by 70% and plans a major fleet expansion, investors are weighing its potential as a high-stakes bet on the future of self-driving cars in key Asian markets.

Jan 30, 2026

Business

Tilray Brands: A Value Play After Steep Declines, or a Value Trap?

As Tilray Brands' stock languishes near multi-year lows, a deep dive into its valuation metrics suggests a significant discount. But with the cannabis sector facing headwinds, is this a genuine opportunity for investors, or a sign of deeper troubles?

Jan 30, 2026

Business

Trump's Fed Nominee Kevin Warsh Champions Unconventional Path to Cheaper Mortgages

President Trump's pick to lead the Federal Reserve, former governor Kevin Warsh, advocates for a dramatic shift in central bank strategy—shrinking its balance sheet—as the key to lowering mortgage rates, a move that challenges prevailing economic orthodoxy.

Jan 30, 2026

Business

Precious Metals Plunge: Gold Tumbles Below $4,900, Silver Crashes 25% in Historic Sell-Off

Gold and silver futures suffered a dramatic reversal Friday, erasing significant gains from a massive rally. The sharp decline coincided with broader market jitters and a key Federal Reserve nomination.

Jan 30, 2026

Business

Bitcoin Stands Firm as Precious Metals Plummet Amid Fed Nomination Turmoil

In a dramatic market reversal, Bitcoin demonstrates resilience while gold and silver experience historic single-day declines, triggered by shifting interest rate expectations following a surprise Federal Reserve chair nomination.

Jan 30, 2026

Business

Kratos Defense Soars 86%: Is the Rally Sustainable, or Time to Look Elsewhere?

Kratos Defense & Security Solutions (KTOS) has seen its stock price surge dramatically over the past six months, fueled by strong quarterly performance. However, a closer look at its cash flow, capital efficiency, and valuation suggests investors should proceed with caution. We analyze the risks and highlight a more compelling alternative in the security sector.

Jan 30, 2026

Business

Crypto's 2026 Inflection Point: Regulation and the Rise of Real-World Assets

As the digital asset market matures, two powerful forces—comprehensive U.S. regulation and a pivot toward tokenized stable assets—are poised to redefine the trading landscape by 2026, potentially attracting a new wave of capital while curbing volatility.

Jan 30, 2026

Business

Cushman & Wakefield's Rally Faces Scrutiny: Is the Commercial Real Estate Giant's Run Sustainable?

Shares of Cushman & Wakefield have surged 35.8% in six months, dramatically outpacing the broader market. While strong quarterly results fueled the climb, a deeper look at the firm's long-term financial health reveals potential headwinds that could give investors pause.

Jan 30, 2026

World

Exclusive: U.S. Nears Deal to Deport Migrants to Argentina, Bolstering Trump's Immigration Agenda

The United States and Argentina are in final-stage negotiations on an agreement that would see the U.S. deport migrants from third countries to the South American nation, according to a New York Times report. The potential deal aligns with the Trump administration's push to expand removal destinations and marks a sharp shift in Argentina's historically open immigration policy under President Javier Milei.

Jan 30, 2026

Business

Rigetti Computing's Quantum Leap: A $5,000 Bet One Year Ago Would Now Be Worth Nearly $9,000

Shares of quantum computing pioneer Rigetti Computing have delivered substantial returns over the past year, dramatically outperforming the broader market. Yet, analysts caution that sky-high valuations may have raced far ahead of the company's current commercial reality.

Jan 30, 2026

Business

Markets in Turmoil: Precious Metals Tumble as Trump Taps Kevin Warsh for Fed Leadership

Gold and silver prices experienced a dramatic sell-off following President Trump's surprise nomination of former Fed governor Kevin Warsh to chair the Federal Reserve, sparking intense debate over future monetary policy direction.

Jan 30, 2026