Mortgage Proposals and Rate Swings: A Housing Market in Search of Real Solutions
As mortgage rates fluctuate and ambitious policy ideas emerge, economists warn that financing tweaks cannot solve the core issue: a chronic shortage of homes.
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Gallagher Posts Strong Q4 Earnings, but Truist Cuts Price Target Amid Sector Valuation Concerns
Insurance brokerage giant Arthur J. Gallagher reported robust fourth-quarter profit growth, driven by resilient demand. However, Truist Securities has lowered its price target on the stock, citing valuation pressures across the property & casualty brokerage sector.
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Private Equity Firm Expands Sustainable Packaging Footprint with Acquisition of South Carolina's Paper Converters
Foundation Investment Partners, through its platform Sustainable Packaging, has acquired Paper Converters, a Walterboro-based manufacturer of spiral-wound paper tubes and boards, marking a strategic consolidation in the eco-friendly packaging sector.
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NovaGold's Valuation Puzzle: High Hopes for Donlin Gold Clash with Recent Market Volatility
Shares of NovaGold Resources (TSX:NG) have tumbled roughly 20% in the past week, reigniting debate over the gold developer's premium valuation. While long-term shareholders have seen stellar returns, the recent pullback forces a fresh look at the risks and rewards priced into its ambitious Donlin project.
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OpenClaw AI Agents Go On-Chain: How Autonomous Software Is Reshaping Crypto Markets
The rapid adoption of OpenClaw, an open-source autonomous AI agent platform, is moving beyond social media buzz to directly execute transactions on blockchain networks, prompting both excitement about efficiency and deep concerns over market stability and accountability.
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Magnolia Oil & Gas Boosts Dividend Payout, Signaling Confidence Amid Industry Scrutiny
Magnolia Oil & Gas Corporation announces a dividend increase to $0.165 per share, as strong earnings growth and a sustainable payout ratio paint an optimistic financial picture for the Houston-based independent producer.
US-Africa Trade Pact AGOA Granted Stopgap Reprieve, Long-Term Future Remains Uncertain
A last-minute, short-term extension of the cornerstone US-Africa trade program AGOA has been passed, averting immediate expiration but leaving businesses and governments on both continents anxious about the partnership's long-term trajectory.
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Rafah Crossing Reopens Under EU Management After Two-Year Closure, Allowing Limited Movement
The Rafah border crossing between Gaza and Egypt partially reopened Monday under European Union operation, permitting restricted passage for Palestinians after a near two-year Israeli closure. The move is part of a U.S.-brokered ceasefire agreement, though high costs and tight quotas severely limit access.
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The High Cost of Low Scores: Homebuyers in These 5 States Face Steeper Mortgage Payments
A new analysis reveals a stark geographic divide in credit health, with residents in several Southern states facing higher long-term mortgage costs due to lower average credit scores, while Northern states benefit from more favorable rates.
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Wealth Manager Shifts $23 Million from Safe Haven T-Bills to Equities Amid Market Rally
Focused Wealth Management significantly reduced its stake in a short-term Treasury ETF, signaling a strategic pivot towards equities as stock markets reach new highs. The move highlights a broader trend of capital rotation in response to shifting risk appetites.
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Artisan Partners Q4 Earnings Preview: Can the Asset Manager Break Its Revenue Miss Streak?
As Artisan Partners prepares to report fourth-quarter results, investors are weighing its recent track record against a backdrop of mixed signals from peers. Will this earnings release mark a turning point?
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Agilysys Shares Tumble Despite Revenue Beat as Costs Dent Profits; Analysts Probe Growth Strategy
Hospitality tech provider Agilysys saw its stock price drop sharply post-earnings, even as Q4 revenue topped estimates. Higher development costs squeezed profits, though CEO highlighted strong subscription growth in key segments. Analysts are now scrutinizing the pace of major rollouts and efficiency gains.
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Market Momentum or Mirage? Three High-Flying Stocks That May Be Overheated
While trading near 52-week highs can signal strength, it can also precede a correction. We examine three stocks where current valuations may not justify the price tag, urging investors to look beyond the hype.
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Singapore Charts New Frontier: National Space Agency to Launch Amid Global Investment Boom
Singapore will establish its National Space Agency on April 1st, aiming to leverage its technological prowess to secure a strategic position in the rapidly expanding global space economy, as global investments continue to soar.
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Mizuho Bullish on Erasca, Initiates Coverage with $16 Target Amid RAS Inhibitor Progress
Erasca (ERAS) gains significant analyst momentum as Mizuho initiates coverage with an 'Outperform' rating and a $16 price target, citing confidence in its 2026 proof-of-concept milestones for RAS-targeted cancer therapies.
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Venture Global Secures Key Arbitration Win Against Repsol, Easing Investor Concerns Over LNG Contract Stability
A final arbitration ruling in favor of Venture Global LNG against Spain's Repsol resolves a high-stakes contractual dispute, providing clarity on cash flows and bolstering confidence in the company's long-term project viability amid volatile energy markets.
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Bitcoin ETF Investors Face Losses as Heavy Withdrawals Push Prices Below Average Purchase Cost
Recent data shows the average Bitcoin held by U.S. spot ETFs is now worth less than its purchase price, following two consecutive weeks of major outflows that have deepened the cryptocurrency's downturn.
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Starmer Warns Against UK Isolationism on China Amid Trump's Transatlantic Pressure
UK Labour leader Keir Starmer urges sustained engagement with Beijing, countering Donald Trump's call for Western disengagement and highlighting deepening geopolitical divides.
Business
Hagerty President Offloads $620K in Stock Via Pre-Arranged Plan
Hagerty Marketplace President Kenneth Ahn sold 50,000 shares in late January, a move executed under a pre-determined trading plan as the specialty insurer reports record quarterly profits.
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Centene's $2.2M Chicago Housing Grant Fuels Debate on Corporate Strategy and Stock Valuation
A major grant from Centene's foundation aims to tackle housing insecurity for justice-involved individuals in Chicago, spotlighting the healthcare giant's community investments as its stock faces persistent headwinds.