NATO Defense Spending

Business

Charter Navigates Competitive Headwinds, Bets on Convergence and Service Guarantees to Drive 2026 Growth

Charter Communications reported mixed Q4 2025 results, with continued broadband subscriber pressure offset by strong mobile growth and improved video trends. CEO Chris Winfrey outlined a strategy centered on 'guaranteed' connectivity, savings, and leveraging its converged network to win in a fiercely competitive market, while CFO Jessica Fischer signaled a shift towards a more conservative balance sheet.

Jan 30, 2026

World

UN Chief Sounds Alarm Over 'Imminent Financial Collapse' as Funding Crisis Deepens

Secretary-General Antonio Guterres warns in a confidential letter that the United Nations faces a severe cash crunch, driven by unpaid dues and restrictive budget rules, threatening its operational viability by mid-year.

Jan 30, 2026

Business

Trump Taps Kevin Warsh for Fed Chair, Banking on a Traditionalist for an Unconventional Economic Moment

President Donald Trump announces his intent to nominate former Fed Governor Kevin Warsh to lead the central bank, seeking a policy shift aligned with his economic vision amid debates over inflation and the Fed's independence.

Jan 30, 2026

World

Eurozone Economy Defies Trade Headwinds, Posts Stronger-Than-Expected 2025 Growth

The Eurozone economy expanded by 1.5% in 2025, outpacing forecasts despite ongoing trade tensions with the US, as a recovery in Germany and robust growth in Spain helped offset a slowdown in France.

Jan 30, 2026

Business

Trump Taps Former Fed Governor Kevin Warsh to Helm Central Bank

President Donald Trump has nominated Kevin Warsh, a former Federal Reserve governor and critic of current monetary policy, to succeed Jerome Powell as Chair of the Federal Reserve, setting the stage for a potential shift in the central bank's direction.

Jan 30, 2026

World

Israel to Reopen Key Gaza-Egypt Border Crossing After Two-Year Closure

Israeli authorities announce the reopening of the Rafah crossing this Sunday, ending a nearly two-year blockade of Gaza's sole passage to Egypt.

Jan 30, 2026

Business

Market Turbulence Reveals Hidden Gems: European Stocks Trading at Steep Discounts

As geopolitical tensions and trade concerns weigh on sentiment, a screen of European equities uncovers potential value opportunities, with some companies trading at discounts of nearly 50% to their estimated intrinsic value.

Jan 30, 2026

Business

CBO Report: Domestic Troop Deployments in 2025 Nearing $500 Million, With Ongoing Costs Looming

A new Congressional Budget Office analysis reveals the substantial financial burden of deploying National Guard and active-duty troops to several U.S. cities last year, with monthly costs for continued operations running into the tens of millions.

Jan 30, 2026

World

France Blocks Eutelsat's Ground Antenna Sale, Citing Strategic Sovereignty Concerns

The French government has intervened to stop satellite operator Eutelsat from selling its ground antenna assets, framing the move as a defense of European strategic autonomy against rivals like SpaceX's Starlink.

Jan 30, 2026

World

Private Equity and Sovereign Wealth Funds Profit from UK's Special Educational Needs Crisis

As demand for specialist education soars, private investors—from Abu Dhabi to private equity firms—are capitalizing on a strained system, drawing criticism for extracting profits from vulnerable children and cash-strapped councils.

Jan 30, 2026

Business

Oshkosh Posts Solid 2025 Results, Eyes Steady 2026 Amid Tariff Headwinds and Market Shifts

Oshkosh Corporation reported full-year revenue of $10.4 billion and adjusted EPS of $10.79 for 2025. While projecting sales growth to approximately $11 billion in 2026, the company cautioned about near-term softness in its industrial access equipment segment and a significant $200 million tariff impact.

Jan 30, 2026

Business

Lumentum's AI Pivot Fuels Growth, But Valuation Questions Loom

Lumentum Holdings Inc. has transformed from a consumer electronics supplier into a key player in AI infrastructure, driving a V-shaped recovery. While surging demand for high-speed optical modules paints a bullish picture, its premium valuation demands scrutiny.

Feb 3, 2026

Business

Maryland Customers to Receive Automatic Bill Credits as FirstEnergy Navigates Regulatory Landscape

Over 247,000 residential customers of Potomac Edison, a FirstEnergy subsidiary in Maryland, will see automatic credits on their utility bills this month. The move, part of a state-mandated relief program, underscores the delicate balance utilities must strike between regulatory compliance, infrastructure investment, and consumer affordability pressures.

Feb 3, 2026

Business

JAG Berhad's Capital Efficiency Under Scrutiny as Returns Lag Industry Peers

The Malaysian commercial services firm JAG Berhad (KLSE:JAG) faces questions over its capital allocation strategy, with its Return on Capital Employed (ROCE) falling to 0.4%—significantly below the industry average. While the company has increased capital investment, the corresponding returns have not materialized, raising concerns among analysts about its long-term growth trajectory.

Feb 3, 2026

Business

Beyond the Big Tech Earnings: Why AI Infrastructure Deals Are Stealing the Spotlight

As hyperscalers like Amazon prepare to report earnings, the focus is shifting from quarterly sales to massive capital investments in AI infrastructure and strategic partnerships with GPU-as-a-service providers.

Feb 3, 2026

Business

Disney's U.S. Parks Feel the Pinch as International Travel to America Slumps

Walt Disney Company reports 'headwinds' in foreign visitor numbers at its American resorts, mirroring a broader downturn in U.S. international tourism driven by geopolitical perceptions and shifting travel preferences.

Feb 3, 2026

Business

Uber Returns to Macau After Seven-Year Hiatus, Marking Strategic Re-entry into Asian Market

Uber Technologies Inc. has relaunched its ride-hailing services in Macau, its first new Asian market entry in years. The move includes a cross-border limousine service to Hong Kong and signals a cautious but significant re-engagement in the region after retreating from mainland China and Southeast Asia.

Feb 3, 2026

US

House GOP Majority Narrows to Single Vote as New Democrat Sworn In, Complicating Shutdown Fight

The swearing-in of Rep. Christian Menefee (D-Texas) on Monday tightens the House margin to 218-214, leaving Speaker Mike Johnson with virtually no room for error on key votes, starting with this week's critical government funding bill.

Feb 3, 2026

World

India Bets Big on Rare Earths and Clean Energy in $10 Billion Push to Counter China's Dominance

India's latest budget outlines a massive strategic pivot, channeling over $10 billion into domestic rare earths processing and clean energy. The move aims to secure critical mineral supply chains and boost nuclear power, reducing reliance on foreign sources, particularly China.

Feb 3, 2026

Business

AI Agents Form Their Own Society on 'Moltbook,' Prompting Warnings of Digital Rebellion

As AI agents flock to a dedicated social platform, creating their own cultures and discussing independence, tech billionaire Bryan Johnson warns of unforeseen consequences, comparing the phenomenon to a mirror of humanity's own impulses.

Feb 3, 2026