Following a robust Q4 earnings beat, IBM's strategic focus on hybrid cloud, AI, and quantum computing earns a price target upgrade from Bank of America, with analysts citing improved growth and free cash flow trajectory.
A surprise announcement from Google DeepMind triggered a sector-wide sell-off, hitting mobile gaming and ad-tech stocks. Analysts debate the long-term implications for companies like AppLovin.
Panama's Supreme Court has declared CK Hutchison's concession to operate the Balboa and Cristóbal ports unconstitutional, derailing a major sale and placing APM Terminals in temporary control. The ruling intensifies geopolitical tensions over control of the strategic Panama Canal.
A new report reveals a staggering 67% of purchased sales software features go unused, spotlighting a critical disconnect between tech spending and revenue impact. As IT budgets swell, C-suite leaders are urged to shift from measuring adoption to calculating true dollar-for-dollar returns.
Major music publishers have launched a massive copyright infringement lawsuit against AI company Anthropic, alleging its Claude AI was trained on a dataset of over 20,000 pirated songs, in a case that could redefine the rules for AI development.
France's maritime authority reports rescuing over 6,000 migrants from the English Channel last year, with at least 25 fatalities. Despite the peril, crossings persist at high volume, fueled by increasingly overcrowded boats and evolving smuggling methods.
Canadian National Railway announced the retirement of veteran investor relations executive Stacy Alderson, capping a 30-year career. Vice President of Engineering Jamie Lockwood will assume the expanded role of VP, Investor Relations and Special Projects, as the railway giant navigates a strategic transition.
The arrest of former CNN anchor Don Lemon following his coverage of immigration protests has ignited a fierce debate over press freedoms and federal overreach, as a Justice Department civil rights investigation into the fatal shooting of a local nurse adds fuel to the political fire.
Panama's Supreme Court has annulled the long-term concession of Hong Kong-based CK Hutchison to operate key ports at the Panama Canal, appointing Denmark's Maersk as temporary administrator. The move follows geopolitical tensions and allegations of unpaid fees.
While Q3 earnings reflect challenging market conditions, the chemical giant reports strong North American performance and accelerates its strategic shift, breaking ground on a flagship advanced recycling plant in Germany and planning a larger facility in Houston.
Salesforce secures a potential 10-year, $5.6 billion IDIQ contract with the U.S. Army, a strategic win for its national security unit. Yet, analysts caution the headline figure is a ceiling, not a guarantee, with real value hinging on future task orders and AI integration.
Exxon Mobil and Chevron reported declines in full-year earnings as a sustained oil surplus pressured prices, though both companies highlighted strategic shifts toward LNG, chemicals, and power projects to fuel future growth.
The doughnut giant has agreed to a multimillion-dollar settlement following a 2024 cyberattack that compromised personal data of current and former staff, though it admits no fault.
Congress has approved $23 billion in initial funding for the ambitious Golden Dome missile defense initiative, yet the absence of a detailed spending blueprint from the Pentagon is stalling progress and clouding investment prospects for 2026.
Morgan Stanley reaffirms its Overweight rating on Nvidia with a $250 price target, citing the company's systemic advantage through its Vera Rubin platform and robust hyperscaler spending, despite acknowledging competitive and demand risks.
In a significant policy shift, Chinese authorities have reportedly cleared the AI startup DeepSeek to purchase Nvidia's advanced H200 processors, potentially easing a major hardware bottleneck for its competitive large language model.
As SpaceX targets a record-shattering IPO for mid-2026, reports indicate Elon Musk is exploring a potential merger with either Tesla or his AI startup, xAI. The move could create a unified tech and industrial behemoth but faces significant regulatory and operational hurdles.
The potential nomination of former Fed Governor Kevin Warsh has sent ripples through financial markets, spotlighting his complex history with cryptocurrency—from early-stage investor to critic of Bitcoin as money, and now a proponent of a U.S. digital dollar.
In a significant diplomatic move, Lebanon's Cabinet has approved an agreement to repatriate hundreds of Syrian prisoners, addressing a major point of contention as the two nations navigate a new political reality following the 2024 ouster of Bashar al-Assad.
OFG Bancorp (OFG) is drawing renewed attention from Wall Street as analysts recalibrate their price targets, signaling a potential shift in the bank's investment narrative. The adjustments reflect evolving views on the Puerto Rico-based lender's strategic positioning, risk exposure, and emerging growth opportunities in a changing economic landscape.
