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Chevron Outperforms Q4 Profit Forecasts Amid Cost-Cutting Drive, Eyes Expansion in Venezuela

Chevron Corp. reported a drop in fourth-quarter earnings that nonetheless beat analyst expectations, as the oil giant emphasized operational efficiency to navigate lower crude prices. The company, the sole U.S. producer active in Venezuela, signaled it is assessing further investment opportunities in the country following recent geopolitical shifts.

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U.S. Diplomatic Missions Ordered to Scrutinize Global Aid for Compliance with Expanded Social Policy Restrictions

Exclusive: A newly revealed State Department cable directs embassies worldwide to audit all assistance programs against stringent new rules prohibiting funding for groups involved in abortion services, diversity initiatives, and gender identity advocacy, expanding a long-contested policy to nearly $30 billion in foreign aid.

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Protesters Mistake TSA Officers for ICE Agents in Tense LA Restaurant Confrontation

A group of protesters in Lynwood, California, surrounded and harassed federal air marshals, incorrectly identifying them as immigration enforcement officers. The incident highlights the volatile climate surrounding immigration debates and the risks of misdirected activism.

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Nissan's Global Sales Slip in 2025, Marking a Challenging Year for the Japanese Automaker

Nissan Motor Co. faced a 4.4% decline in global sales for 2025, with a sharper 6.7% drop in December, as weakness in key markets like China and Europe offset gains in North America.

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Exco Technologies Navigates Market Shifts with Strong Automotive Performance, Offsetting Tooling Weakness

Exco Technologies Ltd. (TSE:XTC) kicked off its fiscal 2026 with a solid first quarter, posting higher profits despite a mixed demand environment. Robust growth in its Automotive Solutions segment successfully countered softer demand in its die-cast tooling business, showcasing the resilience of its diversified model amid ongoing trade policy and economic uncertainty.

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Schneider National Navigates Tough Q4 as Freight Demand Falters, Eyes Supply-Driven Recovery

Schneider National's Q4 2025 earnings fell short of expectations, pressured by a sharp late-year drop in freight demand and severe weather. While acknowledging near-term challenges, executives pointed to early signs of market normalization and detailed strategic cost actions aimed at positioning the carrier for an eventual upcycle.

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OSI Systems Beats Expectations, Raises Outlook Despite Sector Headwinds

OSI Systems posts record Q2 revenue and lifts full-year EPS guidance, navigating softness in security bookings and healthcare challenges with optimism for a stronger second half.

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Schneider National Charts Course Through Market Headwinds, Eyes Long-Term Growth Despite Q4 Challenges

Facing a tough freight environment, Schneider National's leadership outlines a strategy centered on cost discipline, tech investment, and strategic positioning in intermodal and dedicated services to steer toward future profitability.

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Celestica Soars on AI Demand, Unveils Aggressive $1B Capex Plan for Hyperscale Growth

Celestica's Q4 2025 results shattered guidance, fueled by its Connectivity & Cloud unit. The company announces a massive capital expenditure surge to over $1 billion in 2026, betting big on sustained demand from hyperscalers for AI and networking infrastructure.