In a volatile market, certain low-priced Asian stocks are drawing attention not just for their valuation, but for underlying financial strength. We examine three such companies—from healthcare in New Zealand to property services in Greater China—that defy the typical 'penny stock' stereotype with solid fundamentals.
Amidst market volatility, a select group of Asian companies with significant insider ownership are drawing investor attention, signaling strong internal belief in their long-term growth trajectories.
Blackstone Inc. is weighing a sale of Interplex's information and communications technology business, with early-stage talks suggesting a valuation exceeding $1 billion, sources familiar with the matter said.
Elon Musk is reportedly exploring a major consolidation of his business empire, with SpaceX considering mergers either with electric vehicle giant Tesla or his artificial intelligence startup xAI, as the space company prepares for a landmark public offering.
Shares of electric air taxi developer Joby Aviation tumbled sharply Thursday as the market reacted to the company's announcement of a major new fundraising effort, raising concerns over potential shareholder dilution.
Expedia Group has filed a WARN notice confirming 162 job cuts at its Seattle headquarters and among remote staff, marking the latest in a series of layoffs as the company accelerates its AI transformation amid intensifying industry competition.
Panama's Supreme Court has nullified long-held port contracts operated by a CK Hutchison subsidiary, declaring them unconstitutional. The landmark ruling throws the future of key container terminals at both ends of the Panama Canal into doubt and reverberates amid broader geopolitical tensions over global trade chokepoints.
While Intel grapples with supply constraints and valuation concerns, rival AMD is capitalizing on the AI boom with aggressive product roadmaps and surging market share, positioning itself for sustained long-term growth.
Calix reports historic 2025 financial results, surpassing $1 billion in annual revenue, while outlining its strategic pivot to a third-generation 'Agent Workforce' platform and capitalizing on a projected multi-billion dollar BEAD program opportunity.
Bread Financial (NYSE: BFH) delivered robust fourth-quarter and full-year 2025 results, meeting expectations through strategic partner expansions, improved credit health, and strengthened capital positioning. Management outlines a 2026 roadmap focused on sustainable growth, deposit mix optimization, and leveraging AI across operations.
Axis Capital (AXS) reported robust 2025 results, marked by record premiums and its best underwriting performance in over a decade. While outlining a confident growth trajectory, executives struck a cautious note on cyber insurance and reinsurance headwinds for the coming year.
The U.S. dollar extended its weekly decline as fresh geopolitical risks, including new tariff threats over Cuba and potential military action against Iran, dampened appetite for American assets, despite domestic political relief.
LPL Financial reported record quarterly and annual earnings, driven by robust organic growth and strategic acquisitions. Executives detailed progress on integrating Commonwealth Financial Network and provided updated guidance, signaling confidence in sustained momentum despite market headwinds.
In a contrarian move, asset manager S.A. Mason has initiated a significant position in the underperforming Akre Focus ETF, signaling a long-term conviction in its concentrated, quality-focused strategy despite recent headwinds.
The U.S. dollar's recent plunge to multi-year lows has unsettled markets, fueling debate over the currency's future and the economic policies driving its decline.
A significant divestment from a short-duration bond ETF highlights a broader portfolio pivot towards growth assets as opportunity costs rise, questioning the role of capital preservation funds in a changing rate environment.
