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U.S. Bets on Rare Earths Diversity with $1.6 Billion Rival Backing, MP Materials Navigates New Policy Landscape

The U.S. government's $1.6 billion commitment to USA Rare Earth signals a strategic pivot towards fostering competition in the critical minerals sector, reducing price supports and introducing new volatility. As policy shifts, industry leader MP Materials counters with record production and expanded magnet manufacturing, highlighting the intensifying race to secure a domestic supply chain for EVs and defense.

Jan 30, 2026

Business

Musk Eyes Unprecedented Merger: SpaceX and xAI in Advanced Talks to Combine Forces

Elon Musk is reportedly in advanced discussions to merge his space exploration giant, SpaceX, with his artificial intelligence venture, xAI, in a move that could reshape the frontiers of both industries and delay SpaceX's anticipated public offering.

Feb 2, 2026

Business

Forrestania Resources Consolidates Control of High-Grade Mt Palmer Gold Project in Strategic $18m Deal

Forrestania Resources moves to 100% ownership of the historic Mt Palmer gold project in Western Australia through a share-based acquisition, aiming to fast-track development and feed its Lake Johnston processing facility.

Feb 2, 2026

Business

G2 Goldfields Nears Profitability: Analysts Predict 2028 Break-Even for Gold Explorer

Canadian junior miner G2 Goldfields Inc. (TSX: GTWO), despite recent losses, is projected by analysts to reach profitability within two years, backed by aggressive growth forecasts and a debt-free balance sheet.

Feb 2, 2026

Business

Vidhance's Cash Runway: A Closer Look at the Video Tech Firm's Financial Position

While Vidhance (FRA:8W50) continues to operate at a loss, its current cash reserves and manageable burn rate suggest the company has time to execute its growth strategy. However, a recent dip in revenue adds a note of caution for investors.

Feb 2, 2026

Business

Osisko Development Secures $125M for Cariboo Gold Project Amid Operational Pause and Valuation Debate

Osisko Development Corp. (TSXV:ODV) has announced a major $125 million equity financing to advance its flagship Cariboo Gold Project in British Columbia, following a temporary operational suspension due to a contractor fatality. The move comes as the company's shares show strong recent momentum but trade at a significant discount to peers, raising questions about its valuation and path forward.

Jan 30, 2026

Business

Voltaic Strategic Resources: Can the ASX High-Flyer Sustain Its Momentum?

Despite posting no revenue, Voltaic Strategic Resources (ASX:VSR) has seen its share price skyrocket 300% in the past year. We analyze whether its cash reserves can fuel further growth or if a reckoning is on the horizon.

Jan 30, 2026

Business

Lindian Resources Insiders See Major Gains Despite Share Price Dip

While Lindian Resources shares have retreated 13% recently, company insiders who bought stock over the past year are sitting on substantial paper profits, with one executive's purchase now valued at over seven times its cost.

Jan 30, 2026

Business

Clear Street Boosts Critical Metals Target to $20 on Saudi Rare Earth Venture

Analyst firm Clear Street has raised its price target for Critical Metals Corp. (CRML) to $20, citing a strategic joint venture with a Saudi industrial group to build a rare earth processing facility. The move aims to diversify supply chains away from China and support Western defense needs.

Jan 30, 2026

Business

Three TSX Venture Penny Stocks Poised for Growth Amid Canada's Steady Rate Environment

As the Bank of Canada signals a hold on interest rates, a backdrop of market stability is emerging. This analysis delves into three Canadian penny stocks—Britannia Life Sciences, ROK Resources, and Vision Lithium—that present distinct risk-reward profiles for investors eyeing the junior markets in early 2026.

Jan 30, 2026

Business

Oil Giants Exxon, Chevron Post Lower Annual Profits Amid Price Slump, Pivot to New Ventures

Exxon Mobil and Chevron reported declines in full-year earnings as a sustained oil surplus pressured prices, though both companies highlighted strategic shifts toward LNG, chemicals, and power projects to fuel future growth.

Jan 30, 2026

World

Rare earth power: can Europe ever escape its dependency on China?

Europe relies on China for the rare earth elements essential in transition technologies, but it's making a late bid to end dependency.

Jan 30, 2026

Business

Hycroft Mining Shares Tumble Over 11% as Precious Metals Retreat from Peaks

Hycroft Mining Holding Corp. (HYMC) fell sharply for a second consecutive session, mirroring a pullback in gold and silver prices after their record-breaking rallies. The decline highlights the stock's sensitivity to commodity price swings despite recent positive operational updates.

Jan 30, 2026

Business

Musk Merges SpaceX and xAI, Creating a Colossus Poised to Power AI from Orbit

Elon Musk consolidates his space and artificial intelligence ventures, with SpaceX acquiring xAI to form a private sector titan valued over a trillion dollars, aiming to solve AI's energy crisis by moving compute to space.

Feb 2, 2026

World

Strategic Congo City Airport Targeted in Drone Attack; M23 Rebels Blamed for Westernmost Strike

Authorities in the Democratic Republic of Congo report a weekend drone attack on Kisangani's airport, marking a significant westward expansion of the conflict as M23 rebels are accused. No casualties were reported.

Feb 2, 2026

Business

Insider Bets in Asia's Small-Cap Arena: Three Undervalued Stocks to Watch in February 2026

Amidst a backdrop of economic crosscurrents, savvy investors are tracking insider moves within Asia's small-cap sector for clues on potential value. We examine three companies where recent executive share purchases signal confidence against the odds.

Feb 2, 2026

Business

Musk Consolidates Empire: SpaceX Acquires xAI Ahead of Blockbuster IPO

Elon Musk merges his space and AI ambitions under one roof as SpaceX finalizes the acquisition of xAI. The strategic move, combining Starlink, social platform X, and chatbot Grok, sets the stage for a landmark public offering and accelerates Musk's vision for off-planet data infrastructure.

Feb 2, 2026

Business

Musk's SpaceX and xAI to Merge in Landmark $1.25 Trillion Deal Ahead of Public Offering

Elon Musk is set to combine his aerospace giant SpaceX with his artificial intelligence venture xAI, creating a single entity valued at $1.25 trillion ahead of a highly anticipated IPO later this year, according to a Bloomberg report.

Feb 2, 2026

World

U.S. Intensifies Counterterrorism Campaign in Somalia Amid Growing ISIS Threat to Homeland

The United States has dramatically escalated airstrikes in Somalia, conducting over 150 missions since 2025, as military officials warn of a direct threat from ISIS-affiliated groups plotting attacks against American soil.

Feb 2, 2026

Business

Energy Sector Outperforms: Two Dividend Powerhouses for Steady Income in 2026

As the energy sector leads the market in early 2026, ConocoPhillips and Kinder Morgan emerge as compelling picks for investors seeking reliable, growing dividends backed by strong fundamentals and strategic positioning.

Feb 2, 2026