Marten Transport

Business

Institutional Investors Hold the Reins at Marten Transport, Comprising 61% of Ownership

A deep dive into the shareholder structure of Marten Transport, Ltd. (NASDAQ:MRTN) reveals a landscape dominated by institutional investors, whose collective actions can significantly sway the stock's trajectory. With the CEO also holding a substantial stake, we examine the balance of power and what it means for the company's future.

Feb 2, 2026

World

Germany Grinds to a Halt: Nationwide Transport Strike Paralyzes Cities Amid Deep Freeze

A massive strike by public transport workers has brought buses and trams to a standstill across Germany, leaving commuters stranded in sub-zero temperatures as a bitter dispute over pay and conditions escalates.

Feb 2, 2026

World

Africa's Booming Secondhand Car Market Set to Double, Fueling Mobility and Concerns

Africa's used vehicle market is on track to expand at nearly 7% annually, approaching a $200 billion valuation by 2033, as demand for affordable personal transport surges across the continent.

Feb 2, 2026

Business

South African Startup Lift Airlines Gains IATA Membership, Paving Way for International Expansion

South African low-cost carrier Lift has secured membership in the International Air Transport Association (IATA), a key milestone that validates its business model and facilitates its planned regional expansion into Mauritius and Reunion.

Jan 30, 2026

Business

Plains All American Doubles Down on Crude with EPIC Pipeline Deal, Sparking Investor Debate

Plains All American Pipeline's strategic pivot—selling its Canadian NGL unit for $3.8 billion to fund the acquisition of the EPIC Crude Oil Pipeline—has sharpened its focus on oil transportation. While a 10% distribution hike signals confidence, analyst downgrades and heightened options volatility ahead of earnings reveal deep divisions over the company's risk-reward profile.

Jan 30, 2026

Business

The Inflation Mismatch: Why Social Security's Annual Raise Falls Short for Millions of Seniors

While October's COLA announcement brings temporary relief, a growing body of evidence suggests the formula used to calculate Social Security adjustments fails to reflect the real-world expenses of retirees, creating a persistent and compounding budget gap.

Feb 2, 2026

World

Norwegian Royal Family Under Dual Scrutiny: Crown Princess's Son Faces New Assault Charges as Epstein Links Resurface

Marius Borg Høiby, son of Crown Princess Mette-Marit, was arrested on new violent charges days before his rape trial, casting a shadow over the monarchy just as his mother faces renewed criticism over her past association with Jeffrey Epstein.

Feb 2, 2026

US

Repeat Offender in Arizona Border Shooting Incident Had History of Confrontations with Authorities

A suspected human smuggler with a prior conviction was shot by federal agents near the Arizona-Mexico border after allegedly firing at a CBP helicopter and agents during a foot pursuit, according to law enforcement officials.

Feb 2, 2026

Business

Garrett Motion Gains Analyst Favor as Zero-Emission Tech Fuels Growth Outlook

Garrett Motion (GTX) is drawing strong buy ratings from analysts, with a median price target suggesting over 20% upside, driven by its strategic pivot to zero-emission vehicle technologies and resilient financial profile.

Feb 2, 2026

US

North Carolina Snowstorm Leads to Dramatic Train-Truck Collision; Driver Escapes Unharmed

A truck driver made a miraculous escape moments before a Norfolk Southern train struck his stranded semi during a historic winter storm in Gastonia, N.C. The incident highlights the severe weather's impact on road safety across the state.

Feb 2, 2026

Kansas Overhauls Education Savings Program: Lower Fees, More Choices Arrive in March

TOPEKA — Kansas's popular Learning Quest 529 savings plans are set for a significant upgrade next month, promising families new investment options, enhanced planning tools, and reduced management fees under a new administrator, State Treasurer Steven Johnson announced.

Feb 2, 2026

Business

Uber's Valuation Faces Near-Term Pressure Amid Autonomous Vehicle Uncertainty, BofA Says

BofA Securities has trimmed its price target for Uber Technologies, citing near-term uncertainties in the autonomous vehicle sector, even as the company launches a new internal data initiative aimed at accelerating AV development.

Feb 2, 2026

Business

Ford Shifts Gears: New 'Ford Energy' Unit Aims to Power Grids, Reshape Investor Outlook

Ford Motor Company launches a dedicated energy storage business, Ford Energy, appointing Lisa Drake to lead the charge into the rapidly growing battery storage market, signaling a strategic expansion beyond vehicle manufacturing.

Feb 2, 2026

Business

Consumer Campaign Targets Hannaford's Pricing and Practices, Yet Shoppers Show Limited Awareness

A months-long advocacy campaign criticizing Hannaford's pricing and animal welfare policies has gained little traction among Maine shoppers, many of whom remain loyal to the dominant grocer despite concerns over affordability.

Feb 2, 2026

US

Congress Returns to Washington in Race Against Clock to Avert Government Shutdown

Lawmakers reconvene Monday as House GOP leadership pushes for rapid passage of a stopgap funding bill to prevent a prolonged partial government shutdown, with tensions high over border security provisions.

Feb 2, 2026

Business

Norfolk Southern Unveils Major East Coast Rail Corridor, Aiming to Unclog Freight Bottlenecks

Norfolk Southern has inaugurated its new 'East Edge' double-stack corridor, a decades-in-the-making infrastructure project linking Chicago to New England. The move is set to bolster intermodal capacity in the Northeast and could sharpen the railroad's competitive edge and investor appeal.

Feb 2, 2026

Business

Beneath the Calm: The 2026 Logistics Landscape Demands New Strategies as Hidden Costs Rise

While carrier capacity and reliability show signs of recovery, a new FreightWaves white paper reveals a more complex and unforgiving cost environment emerging for 2026. Shippers must navigate a labyrinth of rules, fees, and contract nuances that are quietly driving up expenses.

Feb 2, 2026

Business

FreightWaves-Ryder Report: Capacity Tightens as 2026 Logistics Landscape Takes Shape

The latest collaborative industry analysis from FreightWaves and Ryder details shifting dynamics in trucking, maritime, and intermodal sectors, offering a data-driven forecast for the pivotal first quarter of 2026.

Feb 2, 2026

Business

American Airlines to Compensate Crews After Winter Storm Strandings, Amid Union Pressure

American Airlines begins compensating flight attendants left without accommodations during Winter Storm Fern, as the union accuses management of contract violations and calls for accountability.

Feb 2, 2026

Business

Cargojet's Five-Year Slump Tests Investor Patience Despite Recent Gains

A 16% quarterly bounce offers little solace for Cargojet Inc. shareholders, who have watched the stock plummet 57% over five years. While fundamentals show glimmers of strength, the air freight carrier's long-term trajectory remains a pressing concern for the market.

Feb 2, 2026