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P&G Doubles Down on Sports Marketing to Fuel Brand Growth Amid Stiff Competition

Procter & Gamble is launching a series of high-profile sports marketing campaigns, including a new Old Spice Super Bowl activation and plans for the 2026 Winter Olympics, alongside expanding its oral care portfolio with Crest Clean Breath. The moves underscore the consumer goods giant's strategy to leverage global events and product innovation to maintain consumer mindshare and drive demand in key categories.

Feb 4, 2026

Business

Artificial Labs Raises $45 Million to Fuel Insurtech Expansion, Eyes US Market

London-based insurtech firm Artificial Labs has secured $45 million in a Series B funding round led by CommerzVentures. The capital injection will drive a planned doubling of its workforce and support an ambitious expansion into the US market by 2026.

Feb 4, 2026

Business

Omeros Shares Tumble 6.7%, Retail Investors Bear Brunt of $60M Market Cap Loss

A sharp sell-off last week erased $60 million from Omeros Corporation's market value, with its predominantly retail shareholder base feeling the deepest impact. The decline highlights the risks and influence of individual investors in the biotech firm's ownership structure.

Feb 4, 2026

Business

Asheville's Housing Market Nears Equilibrium in 2026 After Post-Helene Turbulence

As national home sales hit a three-decade low, Asheville's real estate landscape is stabilizing, with increased inventory and moderated price growth pointing toward a more balanced market next year.

Feb 4, 2026

Business

Treasure Coast Rental Market Sees Divergent Trends in 2025: Some Relief, Some Strain

An analysis of 2025 rental data reveals a split market across Florida's Treasure Coast, with prices falling in some communities like Port St. Lucie and Vero Beach while rising in Fort Pierce and Stuart, all against a backdrop of rents above the national average.

Feb 4, 2026

Business

Grainger Beats Revenue Forecasts on Tech Push, Market Share Gains

Industrial supplies giant W.W. Grainger (GWW) posted stronger-than-expected Q4 sales, driven by strategic technology investments and market share expansion, though earnings per share slightly missed estimates amid a challenging macroeconomic climate.

Feb 4, 2026

Business

Skyworks Beats Q4 Estimates on Broad Market Strength, Eyes Mobile Recovery and Qorvo Deal

Skyworks Solutions surpassed Wall Street's profit expectations in its latest quarter, driven by growth in automotive and IoT sectors, despite a slight year-over-year revenue dip. The company's forward guidance signals confidence, even as the mobile market shows early signs of a turnaround.

Feb 4, 2026

Business

AMETEK Beats Q4 Estimates on Acquisition Boost, Navigates Margin Challenges Through Niche Market Focus

AMETEK's strategic acquisitions and expansion into specialized markets drove a 13.4% revenue surge to $2 billion in Q4 2025, helping offset integration-related margin pressures. The company projects steady growth ahead, backed by a record order backlog.

Feb 4, 2026

Business

Business Services Sector Lags the Market: Three Stocks Facing Headwinds

While business services firms help companies optimize operations, the sector has underperformed the broader market. A combination of tightening corporate budgets and disruptive AI technologies is weighing on sentiment. We examine three specific stocks where caution may be warranted.

Feb 4, 2026

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Insider Confidence: Why High-Ownership Growth Stocks Are Drawing Investor Scrutiny Amid Market Uncertainty

As markets grapple with shifting sentiment and interest rate concerns, a class of companies where executives hold significant stakes is attracting attention for its potential resilience and aligned incentives.

Feb 4, 2026

Business

Mondelez International's Stock Surge: A Sign of Sustainable Value or Market Euphoria?

Shares of snack giant Mondelez International have rallied over 10% in the past month, outpacing broader market trends. This momentum, set against a backdrop of solid revenue growth and expanding profit margins, is prompting investors to ask: Is the maker of Oreo and Cadbury truly undervalued, or is the market getting ahead of itself?

Feb 4, 2026

Business

Crypto Market Plunges: Bitcoin Rout Wipes Out Nearly Half a Trillion Dollars in a Week

The total cryptocurrency market capitalization has shed close to $500 billion in a brutal sell-off, with Bitcoin tumbling to its lowest level since late 2024. The plunge raises fresh questions about Bitcoin's role as 'digital gold' amid geopolitical tensions and market volatility.

Feb 4, 2026

Business

Rollins (ROL) Outperforms: Three Pillars of Resilience in a Volatile Market

While tracking the broader market, pest control leader Rollins demonstrates robust fundamentals through sustained sales growth, industry-leading margins, and strong cash generation, positioning it as a standout in the industrials sector.

Feb 4, 2026

Business

AIXTRON Shares Surge 49% Despite Earnings Dip, Defying Conventional Market Wisdom

While AIXTRON SE (ETR:AIXA) reported lower earnings compared to a year ago, its stock price has soared 49%, dramatically outpacing the broader market. This divergence highlights a complex investor narrative focused on future potential rather than immediate financials.

Feb 4, 2026

Business

Nevada Escalates Legal Fight Against Coinbase, Targeting Prediction Markets in State Gambling Clash

Nevada gaming regulators have launched a new legal offensive against Coinbase, seeking to shut down its prediction markets in a high-stakes conflict that pits state gambling laws against federal financial oversight. The move signals a hardening state-level resistance to crypto-based event contracts.

Feb 4, 2026

Business

Navigating Market Turbulence: One High-Volatility Stock with Long-Term Potential, Two to Approach with Caution

In a market where volatility presents both risk and opportunity, we analyze three stocks with high beta. While one shows potential for patient investors, the fundamentals of two others suggest investors might be wise to look elsewhere.

Feb 4, 2026

Business

Tesla's Shanghai-Made EV Sales Climb 9.3% in January Amid Intensifying Market Competition

Tesla's China-made vehicle sales rose year-on-year for a third straight month in January, though a sharp sequential decline highlights the mounting pressure from domestic rivals in the world's largest EV market.

Feb 4, 2026

Business

Unum Group Set to Report Q4 Earnings Amid Market Uncertainty: Analysts Eye Modest Growth

Employee benefits provider Unum Group (UNM) is scheduled to release its quarterly financial results after Thursday's market close. With Wall Street anticipating subdued revenue growth and a history of recent misses, investors are weighing the insurer's performance against a volatile macroeconomic backdrop.

Feb 4, 2026

Business

Tradeweb Markets Set to Report Q4 Earnings Amid Market Volatility

Tradeweb Markets (NASDAQ: TW) is scheduled to release its fourth-quarter earnings before the market opens on Thursday, with analysts projecting steady revenue growth but heightened investor scrutiny following recent sector-wide declines.

Feb 4, 2026

Business

Cboe Aims to Bridge Prediction Markets and Mainstream Finance with New 'All-or-Nothing' Options

Cboe Global Markets, a leading exchange operator, is developing regulated 'all-or-nothing' options contracts designed for event-based trading. This strategic move seeks to capture a share of the fast-growing prediction market space by offering a familiar, SEC-wrapped product to both retail and institutional investors.

Feb 4, 2026