Lunar New Year

Business

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

Gold Rebounds Sharply After Historic Plunge, Chinese Buyers Step In

Gold prices staged a significant recovery on Tuesday, regaining some ground after a historic two-day sell-off. The focus now shifts to Chinese retail investors, whose appetite for bargain-hunting ahead of the Lunar New Year could be pivotal for the market's near-term direction.

Feb 3, 2026

Business

Sugar Prices Sink to Multi-Year Lows as Global Glut Deepens

Sugar futures extended their sharp decline this week, with prices in New York hitting a 2.5-month low and London white sugar touching a five-year trough, pressured by forecasts of abundant global supplies from top producers Brazil, India, and Thailand.

Feb 2, 2026

World

Rafah Crossing Reopens: Gaza's Lifeline to the World Cautiously Restarts After Two-Year Closure

The Rafah border crossing between Gaza and Egypt reopened for pedestrian traffic Monday, ending a near two-year shutdown. The vital gateway, crucial for aid and movement, resumes under a complex new security framework involving Israeli oversight and international monitors.

Feb 2, 2026

Business

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

Hartford Financial (HIG): A Deep Value Play After Years of Stellar Gains?

Despite a powerful multi-year rally, new analysis suggests The Hartford's stock may still be trading at a significant discount. We examine the valuation metrics and market sentiment surrounding the insurance giant.

Jan 30, 2026

World

India and U.S. Strike Trade Deal, New Delhi Commits to Major Purchases of Energy, Defense Equipment, and Aircraft

In a move to rebalance bilateral trade, India has agreed to significant purchases of U.S. goods including petroleum, defense systems, and commercial aircraft under a newly announced agreement, a senior official confirmed.

Feb 3, 2026

Business

Packaging Corp of America: A Valuation Conundrum After Years of Stellar Gains

Packaging Corporation of America's shares have nearly doubled over five years, but a deep dive reveals a split picture: one model screams bargain, while another suggests caution. Investors are left weighing robust historical performance against conflicting signals on current value.

Feb 3, 2026

US

Minnesota School District Shuttered by Bomb Threat Following Release of Detained 5-Year-Old and Father

A Minnesota school district closed its doors Monday following bomb threats, a day after a 5-year-old student and his father were released from immigration detention—an incident that has drawn national scrutiny and raised questions about the family's safety.

Feb 3, 2026

Business

Tesla Expands Model Y Lineup with New $41,990 AWD Variant in U.S. Market

Tesla has quietly added a new all-wheel-drive configuration to its popular Model Y SUV in the United States, positioned as a mid-tier option priced at $41,990. The move continues the automaker's recent strategy of broadening its lineup with more accessible price points.

Feb 3, 2026

Business

The New York Times Q4 Earnings Preview: Subscriber Growth and Digital Strategy in Focus

As The New York Times prepares to report its fourth-quarter earnings, investors are watching for sustained digital subscriber momentum and the media giant's ability to navigate a shifting advertising landscape.

Feb 3, 2026

Business

Bridgestone's Stock: A Year of Strong Gains Raises Valuation Questions

Bridgestone Corporation's shares have delivered a robust 33% total return to shareholders over the past year, outpacing its recent short-term volatility. This performance prompts a closer look at whether the tire giant's current valuation still offers room for growth or if the market has already priced in its future prospects.

Feb 3, 2026

Business

Berkshire's New Chief Signals Strategic Shift with Potential Kraft Heinz Exit

Greg Abel's first major move as Berkshire Hathaway CEO involves reviewing a full exit from the Kraft Heinz stake, marking a potential departure from Warren Buffett's famed 'buy and hold' philosophy and testing investor confidence in the new leadership era.

Feb 3, 2026

Business

Verizon's New CEO Bets on Cultural Overhaul to Stem Customer Exodus

Facing rising churn and fierce competition, Verizon's new leadership is pivoting from unpopular price hikes to a customer-centric strategy, leveraging AI and convergence to rebuild trust and retain subscribers.

Feb 3, 2026

US

DOJ Weighs Appeal in Case of 5-Year-Old Released from ICE Custody, Spotlighting Trump's Detention Policies

The Department of Justice may challenge a federal judge's order to release a five-year-old boy and his father from immigration detention, a case that has ignited debate over the administration's aggressive enforcement tactics and the conditions inside family detention centers.

Feb 3, 2026

Business

Neogen Corporation's Turnaround Gains Traction as New CEO's Strategy Shows Early Results

After a period of significant volatility, Neogen Corporation (NEOG) is showing signs of a sustainable operational turnaround under new leadership, with its latest quarterly results beating expectations and prompting a rare guidance upgrade.

Feb 3, 2026

Business

FTAI Aviation Soars 37% in 2025: Can Its New Power Venture Fuel Further Gains in 2026?

The aerospace and engine leasing specialist defied a mid-year slump with a powerful earnings beat, propelling its stock to a stellar annual gain. Now, with the launch of its FTAI Power data center initiative, the company is aiming to capitalize on the AI-driven energy crunch.

Feb 3, 2026

Business

Simon Property Group Caps Strong Year with Strategic Acquisitions and Record Returns, Outlines Aggressive 2026 Growth Plan

Simon Property Group reported robust fourth-quarter and full-year 2025 results, highlighted by record funds from operations, $2 billion in strategic acquisitions, and a significant return of capital to shareholders. The retail REIT giant provided optimistic 2026 guidance, banking on a strong development pipeline and resilient tenant demand despite acknowledging tariff-related headwinds.

Feb 2, 2026

Business

New 'Trump Accounts' Launch July 5, Offering Government Seed Money and Long-Term Growth for Children's Futures

A new federally-backed investment vehicle for minors, dubbed 'Trump Accounts,' launches next month. Children born through 2028 could receive a $1,000 government contribution, with financial experts highlighting its potential to build a significant nest egg for education and retirement.

Feb 2, 2026

World

Norwegian Royal Family Faces Dual Crises as Crown Princess's Son Faces New Assault Charges Ahead of Rape Trial

Marius Borg Høiby, son of Crown Princess Mette-Marit, was arrested on fresh assault allegations just days before his high-profile trial on multiple rape charges begins, casting a shadow over the Norwegian monarchy amid renewed scrutiny of royal ties to Epstein files.

Feb 2, 2026