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Hokuetsu's Leadership Shake-Up and Sales Revamp: A Turnaround Bet or a Risky Pivot?

Following a significant boardroom reshuffle and a strategic overhaul of its sales divisions, Japanese paper giant Hokuetsu (TSE:3865) finds itself at a critical juncture. With its stock showing signs of undervaluation against a backdrop of volatile returns, investors are weighing the potential of its new direction against the risks of execution.

Feb 3, 2026

Business

Intel Shares Surge on Apple Partnership Rumors and Insider Buying

Intel's stock rallied sharply Monday, fueled by speculation of a landmark chipmaking deal with Apple and a significant share purchase by its CFO, signaling renewed confidence in the company's turnaround strategy.

Feb 3, 2026

Business

Adtalem Bets Big on Buybacks: A Strategic Pivot in Healthcare Education?

Adtalem Global Education posts strong Q2 fiscal 2026 results, raising revenue to $503.39M and net income to $76.38M, while reaffirming full-year guidance. The company's new $750M share repurchase authorization signals a dual commitment to capital returns and strategic growth in its healthcare education portfolio, even as regulatory and enrollment challenges linger.

Feb 3, 2026

Business

Pfizer Bolsters Vaccine Pipeline with Novavax Adjuvant Deal, Eyes Post-COVID Growth

Pfizer has secured global rights to Novavax's Matrix-M adjuvant technology, aiming to develop new vaccines for infectious diseases as it seeks to diversify its portfolio beyond pandemic-related sales.

Feb 3, 2026

Business

Palantir Posts Record Revenue Amid Controversial ICE Contracts, Defying Wall Street Forecasts

The data analytics firm's quarterly results soared past estimates, fueled by surging government contracts. CEO Alex Karp touts 'iconic' performance while facing renewed scrutiny over the company's role in immigration enforcement.

Feb 3, 2026

Tax Season 2026: Rockford Experts Predict Record-Breaking Refunds Amid Sweeping Law Changes

Rockford tax professionals forecast the highest average refunds in two decades, driven by new federal deductions for overtime, tips, and child investment accounts, though Illinois residents will miss out on one key benefit.

Feb 3, 2026

Business

Columbia Financial Soars on Strong Earnings and Major Acquisition

Shares of Columbia Financial surged nearly 9% Monday, propelled by a robust quarterly earnings report and the announcement of a nearly $600 million deal to acquire Northfield Bancorp, a move set to create a New Jersey banking powerhouse.

Feb 3, 2026

Business

Amprius Technologies at an Inflection Point: Silicon Anode Pioneer Scales for Broader Market

As new leadership takes the helm, battery innovator Amprius Technologies is pivoting its high-energy-density silicon anode technology from niche aerospace applications toward the mass electric mobility market, backed by a new manufacturing strategy and surging revenue.

Feb 3, 2026

Business

TotalEnergies: The European Energy Giant Betting Big on a Green Future

While its shares trade at a discount to U.S. rivals, analysts argue TotalEnergies' low-cost oil & gas assets and aggressive renewable energy buildout present a compelling investment case for the energy transition.

Feb 3, 2026

US

EU's Revised 2035 Climate Rules Could See Electric Vehicle Sales Drop to 50%, Advocacy Group Warns

Brussels-based clean transport group Transport & Environment warns that the European Commission's proposed easing of 2035 emissions targets may allow combustion-engine cars to make up half of new sales, marking a significant retreat from earlier climate ambitions.

Feb 3, 2026

Business

Dollar's Dip: How a Weaker Greenback Could Prop Up Airbnb's Earnings

As the U.S. dollar softens, Airbnb's extensive international footprint positions it for a potential earnings boost, adding a new layer for investors to consider beyond core travel demand.

Feb 3, 2026

Business

Achieve Life Sciences Nears FDA Verdict on Smoking Cessation Drug, Fueling Investor Optimism

With a key FDA decision on its non-nicotine therapy cytisinicline expected by mid-2026, Achieve Life Sciences (ACHV) is drawing bullish attention for its potential to address a massive unmet need in smoking cessation and tap into a newly opened market void.

Feb 3, 2026

Business

ServiceNow Shares Gain Momentum Following Goldman Sachs' Bullish Endorsement

ServiceNow stock rose nearly 1% on Monday, outperforming the broader market, after Goldman Sachs added the workflow software giant to its prestigious Conviction List, citing significant expansion potential into new enterprise software segments.

Feb 3, 2026

US

Judicial Independence Under Scrutiny: State AGs Demand Congressional Probe Into Climate Bias Allegations in Federal Bench Guide

A coalition of 22 state attorneys general is urging Congress to expand an investigation into potential ideological influence on the federal judiciary, citing concerns over a newly updated judicial reference manual they claim promotes a climate activist agenda.

Feb 3, 2026

Business

Walmart Shares Surge on U.S.-India Trade Deal, Supply Chain Shift

Walmart stock jumped over 4% Monday as a new trade agreement between the U.S. and India promises lower tariffs and increased market access, bolstering the retail giant's strategic pivot toward Indian manufacturing and e-commerce.

Feb 3, 2026

Business

Liberty Global Bets on Google's AI in Major Five-Year Cloud Deal to Transform European Telecom Services

Liberty Global, Europe's cable and mobile giant, has signed a five-year strategic partnership with Google Cloud to integrate Gemini AI and cloud tools across its operations, aiming to enhance TV platforms, automate services, and explore new revenue streams.

Feb 3, 2026

Business

Hwy Haul's 'Miles' AI Aims to Rescue Struggling Freight Brokers from Margin Crunch

As bankruptcies ripple through the logistics sector, tech firm Hwy Haul bets its new autonomous AI platform can slash manual work by up to 80% and restore profitability for freight brokers and shippers alike.

Feb 2, 2026

Business

Waymo Seeks Massive $16B Funding Round, Nears $110B Valuation Amid Safety Scrutiny

Alphabet's autonomous vehicle unit Waymo is reportedly in talks to raise approximately $16 billion in a new financing round, which would value the company close to $110 billion. The move comes as the robotaxi pioneer faces heightened regulatory and public scrutiny following recent incidents involving its vehicles.

Feb 2, 2026

Business

Rivian's $7 Billion Bet: Can the R2 SUV Spark an EV Comeback?

With a fortified war chest and production scaling up, Rivian is poised for its most critical test yet: winning over the mass market with its upcoming R2. While the financial runway is clear, the road to profitability hinges on consumer appetite for the new, more affordable model.

Feb 2, 2026

Business

Cisco Doubles Down on AI and Green Energy with Major Infrastructure Deals

Cisco Systems is making strategic, long-term bets on the future of enterprise infrastructure, signing a major renewable energy deal in Poland and forging new AI partnerships in Asia Pacific, while upgrading campus networks with Wi-Fi 7.

Feb 2, 2026