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Business

BetMGM Delivers Record $2.8B Revenue, Begins Payouts to MGM and Entain as JV Turns Profitable

The sports betting and iGaming joint venture BetMGM reported a dramatic financial turnaround for fiscal 2025, posting $2.8 billion in revenue and $220 million in EBITDA. The company has initiated capital returns to its parent firms and forecasts further growth for 2026, setting the stage for increased distributions to shareholders like Entain.

Feb 4, 2026

Business

Reynolds Consumer Products Navigates Inflation, Gains Market Share in Challenging 2025

Despite facing persistent commodity inflation and a value-conscious consumer base, Reynolds Consumer Products reported resilient fourth-quarter performance, marked by market share gains and improved profitability. The company's strategic focus on innovation and cost management helped offset headwinds, even as it forecasts continued pressure in 2026.

Feb 4, 2026

Business

Enterprise Products Partners Posts Record Q4, Shifts Focus to Shareholder Returns

Following a strong fourth quarter with record earnings, Enterprise Products Partners (EPD) is increasing distributions, resuming buybacks, and signaling a more measured approach to capital spending, raising questions about its valuation in a shifting energy landscape.

Feb 4, 2026

Business

Adient Posts Solid Q1 2026, Raises Full-Year Outlook on Onshoring Momentum and Innovation Drive

Automotive seating giant Adient plc kicked off its fiscal 2026 with a resilient performance, overcoming supply chain disruptions to post a 4% revenue increase. The company raised its annual guidance, citing a robust pipeline of onshoring opportunities in the Americas and strong growth in China.

Feb 4, 2026

Business

Bahama Breeze Winds Down: Georgia Locations to Close or Rebrand as Darden Retires Chain

Darden Restaurants is shuttering its Bahama Breeze brand nationwide this spring, impacting both Georgia locations. The Duluth restaurant will close permanently, while Kennesaw will be converted to another concept within the company's portfolio.

Feb 4, 2026

Business

TransDigm Navigates OEM Headwinds, Delivers Strong Margins in Q3; CEO Stein Prepares to Pass Baton

Aerospace supplier TransDigm Group reported robust third-quarter earnings, with EBITDA margins exceeding 54%, despite temporary softness in its commercial OEM segment. Outgoing CEO Kevin Stein reflected on his tenure ahead of his September retirement, expressing confidence in successor Mike Lisman as the company updates its full-year guidance.

Feb 4, 2026

Business

From Likes to Long-Term Wealth: How One Advisor Is Guiding Social Media Influencers Toward Financial Security

As influencer incomes soar, many are leaving life-changing sums idle in checking accounts. Financial advisor Natasha Howe is stepping in, teaching a new generation of female creators how to build investment portfolios and secure their futures.

Feb 4, 2026

Business

Bluezone Munich Charts Denim's New Course: Sourcing Shifts and Summer Innovations Take Center Stage

The recent Bluezone trade fair in Munich highlighted pivotal shifts in global denim sourcing and a wave of fabric innovations, as the industry navigates economic pressures and evolving consumer tastes.

Feb 4, 2026

Business

DaVita Navigates Cyberattack, Strong Q1 Performance Amidst Industry Headwinds

DaVita reports Q1 adjusted EPS of $2.00, slightly ahead of expectations, while managing a recent cybersecurity incident and absorbing impacts from a severe flu season. The company maintains its full-year guidance, buoyed by stronger-than-anticipated performance in its phosphate binder business and international operations.

Feb 4, 2026

Business

Uber Shares Slide on Subdued Outlook Despite CEO's Bold Robotaxi Vision

Uber's stock fell after its quarterly forecast missed analyst expectations, overshadowing CEO Dara Khosrowshahi's ambitious framing of autonomous vehicles as a 'multitrillion-dollar' opportunity for the company's future.

Feb 4, 2026

Business

Hong Kong's Nan Fung Trinity Makes Major Bet on South Korea's Telecom Giant KT Corp

Investment firm Nan Fung Trinity (HK) Ltd. has established a significant new position in KT Corp, acquiring nearly 1.5 million shares in a move that signals strong confidence in the South Korean telecom leader's prospects.

Feb 4, 2026

Business

Rivian vs. Nio: Which EV Maker Holds the Edge in a Maturing Market?

As the electric vehicle sector moves beyond hype, investors are scrutinizing fundamentals. A comparative analysis of Rivian's strategic pivot and Nio's scale advantage reveals diverging paths in a competitive landscape.

Feb 4, 2026

Business

Lear Outperforms in Volatile Market, Secures Historic Contracts and Sets Sights on 2026 Growth

Despite industry headwinds, Lear Corporation (LEA) reported a resilient fourth quarter, marked by record contract wins and a strategic focus on automation and innovation that is setting the stage for margin expansion and shareholder returns in the coming year.

Feb 4, 2026

Business

NiSource's $28 Billion Bet: Wall Street Backs Utility Giant Despite Capex Surge

While NiSource's ambitious new spending plan gave some investors pause, a majority of analysts remain bullish on the stock, citing its steady performance and strategic positioning in the energy transition.

Feb 4, 2026

Business

Beyond Meat's Protein Pivot: A Desperate Move or Strategic Diversification?

As sales of its core plant-based meat products continue to slide, Beyond Meat is venturing into the crowded protein drink market with 'Beyond Immerse.' Analysts question whether this signals a bold new chapter or a sign of deeper troubles for the unprofitable company.

Feb 4, 2026

World

Germany's Merz Courts Gulf Allies in Strategic Pivot, Seeking Energy and Arms Deals

Chancellor Friedrich Merz embarks on a three-day tour of Saudi Arabia, Qatar, and the UAE, aiming to forge new energy and defense partnerships as Berlin seeks to diversify its global alliances and reduce strategic dependencies.

Feb 4, 2026

Business

Copart's Rollercoaster Ride: Is the Salvage Giant Undervalued After Recent Volatility?

Shares of online vehicle auction leader Copart (CPRT) have experienced significant swings, reigniting the debate over whether its current price accurately reflects the company's robust fundamentals and long-term growth trajectory.

Feb 4, 2026

Business

Fox Defies Political Ad Headwinds, Posts Broad-Based Q2 Growth on Streaming and Sports Strength

Fox Corporation reported a resilient second quarter, with total revenue climbing 2% to $5.18 billion despite a tough comparison to a record political advertising period last year. The media giant highlighted robust advertising and distribution growth, record engagement for its sports and news properties, and sustained profitability for its ad-supported streaming platform, Tubi.

Feb 4, 2026

Business

Energy Fuels Stock Surges 16.7% on Trump's 'Project Vault' Rare Earths Initiative

Shares of Energy Fuels Inc. (UUUU) rallied sharply Tuesday, breaking a three-day slump, as investors bet on domestic rare earth miners following the announcement of a new federal stockpiling program aimed at securing supply chains.

Feb 4, 2026

Business

Tether Trims $20 Billion Funding Ambition Amid Investor Valuation Concerns

The stablecoin giant has reportedly scaled back its massive capital raise target after pushback from investors over a proposed $500 billion valuation, highlighting ongoing scrutiny of its business model and regulatory standing.

Feb 4, 2026