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U.S. Launches $12 Billion 'Project Vault' to Secure Critical Minerals, Counter China's Dominance

The Biden administration, in a significant move to de-risk supply chains, is launching a first-of-its-kind strategic stockpile for critical minerals. Backed by $12 billion in public and private funding, 'Project Vault' aims to shield U.S. manufacturers from price shocks and supply disruptions, directly challenging China's grip on the global market for metals essential to everything from EVs to defense systems.

Feb 2, 2026

World

‘Suffolk Strangler’ Admits to 1999 Teen Murder, Closing a Quarter-Century-Old Cold Case

Steve Wright, the serial killer serving life for the 2006 Ipswich murders, has pleaded guilty to the 1999 kidnapping and murder of 17-year-old Victoria Hall, bringing long-awaited closure to a family and exposing an earlier chapter of his crimes.

Feb 2, 2026

Missouri's Legal Cannabis Industry Sues Smoke Shops Over 'Hemp' Loophole

A coalition of licensed marijuana companies in Missouri has launched a wave of lawsuits against dozens of smoke shops, alleging they are exploiting a legal gray area to sell intoxicating THCA hemp flower, undermining the state's regulated market and creating unfair competition.

Feb 2, 2026

Business

Quantum Computing's AI Play: A Deep Dive into the High-Stakes Race Between IonQ and D-Wave

In the shadow of tech giants, two quantum computing specialists, IonQ and D-Wave Quantum, are vying for investor attention with distinct approaches to AI. While both remain speculative bets, a closer look at their technology, finances, and market position reveals one as a potentially less volatile choice for those venturing into this frontier.

Feb 2, 2026

Business

S&P 500 Spotlight: Two Stocks Poised for Growth, One to Approach with Caution

While the S&P 500 is a bastion of market stability, not all its constituents offer equal promise. We analyze one professional services giant and one industrial technology leader showing robust potential, alongside a consumer electronics retailer facing significant headwinds.

Feb 2, 2026

Business

Li Auto's Steep Slide: Is the Market Missing a Value Opportunity?

As Li Auto's stock languishes near 52-week lows, a deep dive into its valuation metrics suggests the electric vehicle maker may be oversold. With shares trading at a significant discount to intrinsic value estimates, analysts debate whether this is a moment of crisis or a potential buying window.

Feb 2, 2026

Business

Tyler Technologies: A Profitable Contender in a Speculative Market

While many chase high-risk, loss-making stories, Tyler Technologies (TYL) stands out with consistent profitability and growth. We examine the key metrics and management alignment that make this software provider a stock worth watching.

Feb 2, 2026

World

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.

Feb 2, 2026

Business

Virgin Galactic's Stock Plunge: Deep Value or Deep Trouble?

Virgin Galactic's shares have cratered to near $3, presenting a stark dilemma for investors. While a traditional valuation model suggests a staggering 95% discount, the market's skepticism reflects deep-seated concerns over the company's path to profitability in the nascent space tourism sector.

Feb 2, 2026

Business

FDA Expands Glaukos' iDose TR Implant Approval, Paving Way for Repeat Use in Glaucoma Management

Glaukos Corporation secures a significant FDA nod allowing repeated administration of its sustained-release iDose TR implant, broadening treatment options for patients with glaucoma and potentially reshaping long-term care paradigms.

Feb 2, 2026

Business

Analysts Revise Econocom Group Price Target, Signaling Shift in Market Sentiment

A fresh price target for Euronext Brussels-listed IT services firm Econocom Group has analysts and investors reassessing the company's trajectory. The update reflects evolving views on the company's strategic positioning and market conditions.

Feb 2, 2026

Business

India's Budget Bets on Self-Reliance Amid Global Trade Tensions

Facing rising US tariffs and global supply chain pressures, India's latest budget prioritizes strategic sectors and export support while maintaining fiscal discipline, signaling a cautious pivot toward economic resilience.

Feb 2, 2026

Business

Aalberts N.V. Shares Rally: Is the Dutch Industrial Play Still Undervalued?

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.

Feb 2, 2026

World

Unsealed Epstein Files Reveal Extensive Kremlin Ties, Fueling Espionage Fears

Newly released documents from the Jeffrey Epstein case detail his repeated interactions with Vladimir Putin and Russian intelligence, raising serious questions about whether the financier's sex trafficking network doubled as a foreign kompromat operation.

Feb 2, 2026

Business

IAS Bolsters Board with Ad-Tech Heavyweights, Signaling Streaming Ambitions

Integral Ad Science appoints Horizon Media's Bob Lord and Amazon's former video ad chief Krishan Bhatia to its board, a move analysts say sharpens its focus on the convergence of streaming, data, and advertising technology.

Feb 2, 2026

Business

Venture Corp Outperforms Market with 38% Total Return, But Long-Term Growth Questions Linger

Singapore's Venture Corporation (SGX:V03) has delivered a robust 38% total shareholder return over the past year, buoyed by dividends. However, a closer look reveals declining earnings and revenue, raising questions about the sustainability of its recent market favor and its longer-term trajectory.

Feb 2, 2026

Business

CSL's 34% Plunge: A Buying Opportunity or a Value Trap?

After a bruising year that saw its shares tumble by a third, biotech giant CSL is back in the spotlight. We delve beyond the headline numbers, examining valuation models and market sentiment to assess if the sell-off has created a compelling entry point for long-term investors.

Jan 31, 2026

Business

Energy Fuels Bets Big on Rare Earths with ASM Acquisition, Aiming to Build a Western Supply Chain Challenger

In a major strategic shift, uranium-focused Energy Fuels announces a deal to acquire Australian Strategic Materials, aiming to create a vertically integrated rare earths producer outside China. The move comes as the company's stock, already on a meteoric rise, faces new questions about its growth trajectory and valuation.

Jan 31, 2026

Business

Markets Reel as Gold Suffers Historic Plunge, Dollar Surges on Fed Speculation

A dramatic sell-off in precious metals, led by a record-breaking drop in silver, rattled financial markets on January 30, 2026, as a surging U.S. dollar and shifting expectations for Federal Reserve policy triggered a broad retreat from risk assets.

Jan 30, 2026

Business

Markets Slip as Trump's Fed Chair Pick Stokes Policy Uncertainty

U.S. stocks extended losses into a third session as investors weighed the potential implications of Kevin Warsh's nomination to lead the Federal Reserve, capping a volatile week of trading.

Jan 30, 2026