IonQ, a pioneer in trapped-ion quantum computing, has seen its stock soar on the back of significant technical breakthroughs. Yet, with a valuation eclipsing established giants and a long road to commercial viability, investors face a high-stakes gamble between revolutionary potential and financial reality.
India's latest budget proposal maintains its stringent 30% tax on crypto gains and 1% TDS, while introducing a new penalty regime for non-compliance with transaction reporting, including daily fines and a flat $545 charge for errors.
With a partial government shutdown underway, House Speaker Mike Johnson confronts a dual crisis: securing passage of a federal funding package and mediating an intensifying political battle over the scope and tactics of Immigration and Customs Enforcement operations.
AXIS Capital's latest earnings report showcases record underwriting profitability and a significant share repurchase, prompting investors to reassess whether the specialty insurer's disciplined strategy is creating sustainable value or masking underlying risks in a competitive market.
Iran has summoned the ambassadors of all European Union member states in Tehran in a sharp diplomatic protest against the bloc's recent decision to designate the Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC) as a terrorist organization. The move, triggered by the IRGC's alleged role in suppressing protests, deepens Iran's isolation amid heightened regional tensions.
As the war in Ukraine grinds on and U.S. support appears to waver, a nuanced public debate over Gaza is emerging in Kyiv, challenging earlier unequivocal backing for Israel and revealing complex parallels in perceived injustice.
Israel is set to partially reopen the Rafah border crossing with Egypt, allowing limited pedestrian movement for Palestinians. The move, a condition of the U.S.-brokered ceasefire, comes amid ongoing tensions and a continued ban on foreign journalists.
Energy Transfer LP announced a significant increase to its quarterly distribution alongside a multi-billion dollar capital expenditure plan for new pipeline and infrastructure projects, signaling confidence in its cash flow stability and long-term growth prospects.
A Russian drone attack on a bus carrying Ukrainian miners home from work has left at least 12 dead and 8 wounded, officials say, in what is being condemned as a deliberate strike on civilians.
Russia's former president Dmitry Medvedev cautions that the potential lapse of the last major U.S.-Russia nuclear arms treaty without a successor could plunge the world into an unprecedented era of strategic instability unseen since the Cold War.
Amid broader market uncertainty, companies with high insider ownership and robust earnings forecasts can signal aligned interests and resilience. We examine three such UK-listed firms, from a gold miner to a convenience food giant, where those running the show have significant personal stakes.
The Swiss interdealer broker has delivered a stellar 213% total shareholder return since 2021, fueled by market confidence and robust dividends, despite recent slight pullback.
As Thailand heads to the polls, three major parties offer starkly different visions for the nation's path forward, from populist subsidies to structural reforms, setting the stage for a pivotal political contest.
As diplomatic efforts to secure a ceasefire in Gaza show fragile progress, Israeli airstrikes have resulted in the deaths of at least 30 Palestinians overnight, with multiple children among the casualties, according to local health authorities.
A Russian drone strike targeted a bus carrying coal miners in central Ukraine, killing at least a dozen workers hours after Kyiv announced a postponement of diplomatic negotiations. The attack, condemned as a deliberate strike on civilians, marks one of the deadliest single incidents for Ukraine's energy sector since the invasion began.
Alibaba Group has announced a massive 3 billion yuan ($431 million) campaign to promote its Qwen AI app during the upcoming Lunar New Year holiday, significantly outpacing similar efforts by rivals Tencent and Baidu. The move intensifies a high-stakes battle for user adoption in China's rapidly evolving artificial intelligence sector.
Aalberts N.V. (AMS:AALB), a mid-cap specialist in industrial technology, has seen a significant price surge on the ENXTAM, prompting analysts to revisit its valuation and growth trajectory amidst market volatility.
Amidst a cautiously recovering Eurozone economy, we spotlight three lesser-known European companies—spanning finance, telecom, and food production—that combine strong fundamentals with compelling growth narratives for discerning investors.
As Europe's markets navigate a fragile recovery, investors are turning to dividend-paying stocks for income and resilience. We examine three companies offering attractive yields, weighing their potential against underlying financial risks.
The American-born pontiff has issued a public plea for peace amid reports of a covert U.S. plan to destabilize Cuba's government, marking his latest critique of Trump-era foreign policy.
