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NewtekOne Posts Record 2025, Touts Bank Charter Success and Disruptive Tech Edge

NewtekOne (NASDAQ: NEWT) reported robust Q4 and full-year 2025 results, highlighting the third anniversary of its OCC-chartered bank. The financial holding company saw net income rise 16.4% to $80 million, driven by strong deposit growth, successful securitizations, and a focus on serving independent business owners with long-term, 'patient capital' loans.

Jan 30, 2026

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Beyond the GLP-1 Hype: Is Novo Nordisk's Diversified Pipeline Its Hidden Strength?

While Wall Street chases the latest weight-loss drug headlines, Novo Nordisk's recent launch of an oral GLP-1 therapy and its entrenched insulin business present a compelling value proposition for long-term investors.

Feb 2, 2026

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Suze Orman Slams Car Leasing as 'Biggest Waste of Money,' Yet 20% of Americans Defy Advice

Financial guru Suze Orman's blunt critique of auto leasing has reignited the buy-vs-lease debate, revealing deep divides in consumer financial strategy as industry data shows persistent leasing popularity despite economic headwinds.

Feb 2, 2026

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Ford Explores EV Manufacturing Partnerships with Chinese Tech Giant Xiaomi, Amid Political Headwinds

The Detroit automaker has held preliminary talks with Xiaomi and other Chinese manufacturers about potential joint ventures to build electric vehicles in the United States, a move already drawing sharp criticism from Washington lawmakers.

Feb 2, 2026

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Robocap Exits Entire NICE Stake Amid AI Pivot and Prolonged Underperformance

London-based investment firm Robocap Asset Management has liquidated its entire $5.1 million position in NICE Ltd., as the cloud software company navigates a challenging strategic shift to AI-centric solutions against a backdrop of significant stock decline.

Feb 2, 2026

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Palantir's AI Tools for ICE Tip Processing Emerge Ahead of Critical Earnings Report

A newly disclosed DHS document reveals Palantir is providing generative AI to U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement to sort and summarize enforcement tips, highlighting the firm's deepening government integration just days before its Q4 earnings release.

Feb 2, 2026

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Oil Markets Shed Geopolitical Risk Premium as U.S.-Iran Talks Loom

Crude oil futures fell sharply on Monday, erasing recent gains tied to Middle East tensions, as the prospect of renewed diplomatic talks between Washington and Tehran eased fears of a major supply disruption.

Feb 2, 2026

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Government Shutdown Halts Key Jobs Data Release, Leaving Economists in the Dark

The Bureau of Labor Statistics has suspended data collection and delayed the January employment report as a partial government shutdown cuts off its funding, echoing disruptions from last year's historic closure.

Feb 2, 2026

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Columbia Financial to Acquire Northfield Bancorp in $597 Million Deal, Sets 2026 Timeline for Full Public Conversion

Columbia Financial (NASDAQ: CLBK) has announced a definitive agreement to merge with Northfield Bancorp in an all-stock transaction valued at approximately $597 million. The deal, slated to close in early Q3 2026, coincides with Columbia's planned "second-step" conversion to a fully public company, a move executives say will unlock value and create a leading regional bank in the New Jersey-New York metro area.

Feb 2, 2026

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Hussman Strategic Advisors Bets Big on Etsy Turnaround, Boosts Stake to Become Second-Largest Holding

Investment firm Hussman Strategic Advisors has significantly increased its stake in Etsy, signaling strong conviction in the e-commerce platform's recovery strategy and growth potential, particularly from its Depop subsidiary.

Feb 2, 2026

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Beyond the Headlines: How Broadcom Emerges as the Silent Engine of the AI Chip Revolution

While Intel's struggles capture public attention and government subsidies, a less-heralded semiconductor titan, Broadcom, is forging a formidable path in AI through its deep partnership with Alphabet and a business model built for the long haul.

Feb 2, 2026

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Mystery Drone Intrusion at Polish Army Base Raises Security Alarms

Polish military police are investigating after a small, commercially available drone of unknown origin crashed inside a sensitive army facility in Przasnysz, highlighting persistent vulnerabilities in European airspace security.

Feb 2, 2026

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Government Shutdown Forces Delay of Critical January Jobs Data

The Labor Department has postponed the release of January's highly anticipated employment report, citing the ongoing partial government shutdown. This marks the second major delay in recent months for a key economic indicator that markets and policymakers rely on.

Feb 2, 2026

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Affluent Foundation's Pivot to Finance: A Bold Bet or a Valuation Bubble?

Hong Kong-listed construction firm Affluent Foundation Holdings (SEHK:1757) has unveiled plans to enter the regulated financial services sector, sending its shares on a meteoric rise. As the stock trades at a significant premium, analysts question whether the market is pricing in future success or overlooking execution risks.

Feb 2, 2026

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Arlo Technologies Files ESOP Shelf Registration: A Strategic Move Amid Valuation Questions

Arlo Technologies has registered over 4.2 million shares for an employee stock plan, a move that brings potential dilution and the company's capital strategy into focus as its stock shows signs of cooling momentum after a strong run.

Feb 2, 2026

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Landlords' Guide: Navigating the Buy-to-Let Mortgage Market in February 2026

As interest rates show signs of stabilization, we analyze the current landscape for buy-to-let mortgages, examining the best deals, key considerations for investors, and expert insights on navigating a market still shaped by recent volatility.

Feb 2, 2026

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U.S. Government Acquires Strategic Stake in MP Materials to Bolster Rare Earth Independence

In a significant move to secure domestic supply chains for critical minerals, the U.S. government has taken a direct 15% equity position in MP Materials. This strategic investment, paired with expanded federal contracts, aims to reduce reliance on foreign sources for rare earths essential to defense and green energy technologies.

Feb 2, 2026

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Global Payments Bets Big on Merchant Services with Worldplay Acquisition and Unit Sale

In a major strategic pivot, Global Payments (NYSE:GPN) is shedding its issuer processing business to focus on merchant acquiring, fueled by its planned acquisition of Worldpay. The move aims to reshape its revenue streams and competitive edge in the evolving payments landscape.

Feb 2, 2026

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Beyond the Blue Chips: Three Penny Stocks Drawing Investor Scrutiny Amid Market Optimism

As major indices climb, a segment of investors is turning their gaze to high-risk, high-reward penny stocks. We examine three companies—FingerMotion, PodcastOne, and MOGU—that are on the radar, weighing their potential against significant financial challenges.

Feb 2, 2026

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Robinhood Stock Tumbles as Bitcoin Slump Sparks Fears Over Trading Volumes

Shares of Robinhood Markets fell sharply alongside other crypto-exposed firms, pressured by a decline in Bitcoin prices and broader concerns about retail trading momentum.

Feb 2, 2026