Liquidation Risk

Business

ASGN Bets Big on AI with Quinnox Acquisition and $1B Buyback: Strategic Pivot or Risky Gamble?

ASGN reaffirms strong Q4 2025 revenue guidance and launches a dual-pronged strategy: a $290 million cash acquisition of AI-focused consultancy Quinnox and a $1 billion share repurchase program. The moves signal a decisive shift towards high-value AI and digital implementation services, even as the company navigates elevated debt and integration challenges under its new Everforth brand.

Jan 30, 2026

Business

The Hunt is Over: Saks OFF 5TH, Neiman Marcus Last Call Shutter Stores in Bankruptcy Liquidation

The thrill of the hunt for luxury bargains is fading for American shoppers as Saks Global closes dozens of off-price physical stores. Experts explain the deep-seated psychology behind bargain hunting and what the retail landscape loses with these closures.

Jan 30, 2026

World

MSF Refuses Israeli Demand for Staff Data, Citing Safety Risks in Gaza

Doctors Without Borders (MSF) has definitively rejected an Israeli order to hand over sensitive staff information, following months of failed negotiations. The move comes amid a wider crackdown on aid groups and a devastating toll on healthcare workers in the conflict.

Jan 30, 2026

World

Analysis: U.S. Military Threats Against Iran Risk Triggering a Global Nuclear Domino Effect

As the Trump administration ratchets up pressure on Tehran, experts warn that military action aimed at halting Iran's nuclear program could backfire, potentially accelerating proliferation worldwide and unraveling the non-proliferation regime.

Jan 30, 2026

Business

Trump's Proposed 10% Credit Card Rate Cap: Short-Term Relief or Long-Term Risk?

A campaign-trail proposal to temporarily cap credit card interest at 10% could offer significant savings for millions of borrowers, but experts warn of potential unintended consequences for credit access and long-term financial health.

Jan 30, 2026

Business

Asia's Insurance Gap: A $64 Billion Climate Risk to Global Supply Chains

Despite bearing the brunt of costly natural disasters, Asia-Pacific remains the world's least insured region, with a staggering $64 billion protection shortfall in 2024 alone, threatening economic stability and vulnerable communities.

Jan 30, 2026

Business

Institutional Investors Hold Sway: British Land's 88% Stake Highlights Market Confidence and Risks

British Land Company PLC (LON:BLND) finds itself firmly in the hands of institutional investors, who control 88% of its shares. While this signals strong professional backing, it also raises questions about stock volatility and boardroom influence in the UK's property sector.

Jan 30, 2026

Business

Plug Power Pushes Shareholders for Crucial Vote on Share Authorization, Citing Growth and Reverse Split Risks

In a detailed business update, Plug Power's CEO Andy Marsh made a direct appeal to shareholders to approve an increase in authorized shares, framing it as essential for meeting financial obligations and funding future growth. He warned that failure to pass the proposal would force the company to pursue a reverse stock split—a move he believes historically damages shareholder value.

Feb 2, 2026

Business

SharpLink Gaming's $23 Million Stake Sale: A Strategic Pivot or a Red Flag for Investors?

Apeiron Capital's complete divestment from SharpLink Gaming coincides with the firm's dramatic portfolio liquidation and SharpLink's own radical transformation from a sports betting affiliate to a major corporate holder of Ethereum.

Feb 2, 2026

Business

Outdoor Retail Icon Eddie Bauer Nears Third Bankruptcy, 200 Stores at Risk of Closure

The century-old outdoor apparel brand, owned by Catalyst Brands, is preparing a Chapter 11 filing that could shutter its North American store network, while its e-commerce and wholesale operations are set for a transfer to new licensee Outdoor 5.

Feb 2, 2026

Business

The Blame Game: Web3 Titans Clash Over Causes of 2025's 'Black Friday' Crypto Crash

Months after a sudden $19 billion liquidation event rocked crypto markets, a war of words has erupted among industry CEOs. The debate centers on whether the crash was caused by a technical glitch, systemic leverage, or aggressive yield marketing, exposing deep fissures in the industry's post-mortem analysis.

Feb 2, 2026

Business

Binance's Resilience Tested: Trust in the World's Largest Exchange Faces Scrutiny After Historic 2025 Market Crash

In the aftermath of the devastating '10/10' market crash of 2025, Binance finds its dominance and trust metrics under a microscope. While the exchange compensated users and maintains its user base, questions about systemic risk and centralization linger, shaping the post-crash narrative.

Feb 2, 2026

Business

Weekend Rout Wipes Billions: Geopolitical Jitters and Leverage Unwind Expose Crypto's Fragile Foundation

A perfect storm of geopolitical tension, a surging dollar, and cascading liquidations triggered a brutal selloff across crypto and traditional 'safe havens' over the weekend, raising fresh questions about market maturity and resilience.

Feb 2, 2026

Business

Bitcoin's Stress Test: Price Plunge to $81K Amid $1.7B ETF Exodus Fails to Halt Institutional Buildup

While Bitcoin's sharp correction to nine-month lows triggered massive liquidations and ETF outflows, a deeper look reveals sustained corporate accumulation, state-level adoption proposals, and expanding bank services—painting a picture of a maturing asset class weathering short-term volatility.

Jan 30, 2026

Business

Crypto Leverage Unwinds: $1.7 Billion in Bullish Bets Wiped Out as Bitcoin Stumbles

A sharp downturn in Bitcoin triggered a massive $1.7 billion liquidation event over 24 hours, with leveraged long positions bearing the brunt of the sell-off as market sentiment shifted.

Jan 30, 2026

Business

Crypto Markets See $1.7 Billion Wiped Out in Leveraged Wipeout as Geopolitical Fears Spike

A sharp sell-off across digital assets triggered over $1.7 billion in leveraged position liquidations, with Bitcoin and Ethereum leading the losses as market sentiment hits 'extreme fear' levels.

Jan 30, 2026

Business

Bitcoin Plunges Below $82,000, Erasing $10,000 in 24 Hours as Market Braces for Potential Fed Shake-Up

A brutal sell-off wiped nearly $10,000 from Bitcoin's value, pushing it perilously close to its November low. The sharp decline, which triggered over $1.75 billion in liquidations, coincides with speculation of a major leadership change at the U.S. Federal Reserve.

Jan 30, 2026

Business

Green Aviation Dream Grounded: Ecojet Becomes Latest Regional Airline to Liquidate

The new year brings a fresh wave of airline failures as Ecojet, a UK-based startup aiming to be the world's first zero-emission carrier, enters voluntary liquidation. Its collapse follows recent shutdowns in the Philippines and India, highlighting persistent turbulence in the regional aviation sector.

Jan 30, 2026

Business

Starbucks Trims Menu by 25%, Axing 13 Drinks in Efficiency Push

Starbucks accelerates its 'Back to Starbucks' turnaround plan by removing 13 underperforming and complex drinks from its permanent menu, a move aimed at streamlining operations and reducing waste, despite risking the ire of loyal fans of discontinued items.

Feb 2, 2026

Business

Starbucks Faces Whistleblower Lawsuit Over Alleged Safety Cover-Up and Retaliatory Firing

A former Starbucks executive alleges in a lawsuit that she was terminated after reporting maggot infestations and fire risks in new equipment, and refusing to falsify safety data.

Feb 2, 2026