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Joby Aviation Nears Liftoff: Air Taxi Service Launch Imminent in Dubai, U.S. Operations on Horizon

Joby Aviation is on the cusp of launching its pioneering air taxi service in Dubai as early as this year, marking a critical milestone for the eVTOL industry. With U.S. certification advancing, the company eyes 2026 for scaled commercial operations, navigating the final hurdles of funding and regulatory approval.

Feb 2, 2026

Business

GM's Barra Joins Trump for Critical Minerals Reserve Announcement, Stressing Supply Chain Resilience

General Motors CEO Mary Barra attended a White House event where President Trump unveiled 'Project Vault,' a $12 billion initiative to create a strategic reserve of critical minerals aimed at securing U.S. industrial supply chains.

Feb 2, 2026

Business

Ford and Xiaomi Deny Joint Venture Talks Amid CEO's Mixed Signals on Chinese EV Rivals

Ford Motor and Chinese tech giant Xiaomi have firmly denied a Financial Times report of preliminary talks to collaborate on electric vehicle production in the U.S., even as Ford's CEO publicly admires and studies Chinese EV technology while labeling it a major competitive threat.

Feb 2, 2026

World

U.S. and India Strike Trade Deal to Slash Tariffs, Ease Tensions

The United States and India have reached a trade agreement that will significantly lower reciprocal tariffs and remove a contentious levy on Russian oil purchases, marking a potential thaw in economic relations.

Feb 2, 2026

Business

Ford's Decade-Long Road: Can the Auto Giant Navigate Political Whiplash and Find Its Footing?

Ford Motor Company's stock has dramatically underperformed the broader market over the past ten years. As political winds shift and its EV strategy reverses course, investors are left wondering if the iconic automaker can chart a stable path to growth or remain trapped in a cycle of reactionary moves.

Feb 2, 2026

World

Venezuela Rewrites Its Oil Playbook: A Historic Reversal Seeks to Lure Back Foreign Capital

In a landmark shift, Venezuela's interim government has enacted a sweeping reform of its oil industry, dismantling decades of state control. The move aims to revive production but faces deep-seated risks and questions over who will truly benefit.

Feb 2, 2026

Business

NXP Beats Forecasts, Sees Industrial Rebound as Automotive Demand Accelerates

NXP Semiconductors projects first-quarter revenue above analyst expectations, fueled by resilient automotive chip sales and signs of stabilization in the industrial sector, despite ongoing softness in communications infrastructure.

Feb 2, 2026

Business

West Palm Beach's CityPlace Undergoes Major Transformation, Aims to Become Regional Luxury and Innovation Hub

The massive CityPlace complex in West Palm Beach is undergoing a strategic repositioning, attracting high-end fashion brands, tech giants like ServiceNow, and culinary destinations like Eataly to redefine the city's downtown core and capitalize on migration trends.

Feb 2, 2026

Southeast Asian Exporters Defy US Tariffs, Widening Trade Gap with Washington

Despite facing increased US duties, Malaysia, Thailand, and Vietnam have expanded their trade surplus with the United States over the past year, even as their deficits with China grow, highlighting shifting global trade dynamics under renewed protectionist pressures.

Feb 2, 2026

Business

New Era for Retail Giants: Target Seeks Turnaround as Walmart Builds on Momentum

As new CEOs take the helm at Target and Walmart, the retailers face divergent paths—one battling slumping sales and investor flight, the other riding a wave of growth fueled by e-commerce and high-income shoppers.

Feb 2, 2026

Business

Amazon's February 5 Earnings Report: A Potential Catalyst for Stock Surge

As Amazon prepares to release its Q4 earnings, analysts are eyeing accelerated AWS growth and robust advertising revenue as key drivers that could propel the stock higher, mirroring its October surge.

Feb 2, 2026

Business

Universal Health Services Gains Momentum: Easing Staffing Woes and Strong Operations Fuel Investor Optimism

Universal Health Services (UHS) is drawing renewed investor interest following better-than-expected quarterly results, driven by robust behavioral health demand and a significant easing of industry-wide staffing pressures. While operational improvements bolster the near-term outlook, debates persist over valuation and the company's ability to sustain gains amid high debt levels.

Feb 2, 2026

Business

Hess Midstream's Strategic Pivot: Strong Earnings and Higher Payouts Spark Valuation Debate

Following robust Q4 2025 results, Hess Midstream (HESM) is capturing investor interest with increased distributions and a leaner capital expenditure outlook. This financial discipline, set against a volatile energy backdrop, has analysts scrutinizing whether the stock's current price fully reflects its future potential.

Feb 2, 2026

World

Turin Erupts in Violence as Anarchist Clashes Leave Over 100 Police Injured; Meloni Vows Crackdown

Weekend protests in Turin descended into severe violence, with anarchist and far-left groups clashing with police, resulting in over 100 officer injuries. Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni condemned the "attempted murder" and promised a firm state response.

Feb 2, 2026

Business

Cracking the Cost: A Century of Egg Prices and Why Your Breakfast Is Getting Pricier

From under a dollar to over three, the price of a dozen eggs tells a story of inflation, disease, and changing agriculture. We break down the real cost by decade and explore what's driving your grocery bill higher.

Feb 2, 2026

Business

Opera Shares Surge 17% on Expanded Crypto Wallet Support, Fueling Growth Outlook

Opera Limited's stock soared nearly 17% following its announcement of deeper integration of Tether's USDT and gold-backed tokens into its MiniPay wallet, targeting underbanked regions. The rally was further bolstered by stronger-than-expected preliminary Q4 2025 revenue figures.

Feb 2, 2026

Business

S&P 500 at a Crossroads: Sideways Churn Nears Climax as 7,000 Level Looms

The benchmark index has been trapped in a tight range for months, gaining a mere 1% since October as a defensive rotation into energy and healthcare pressures tech-heavy portfolios. Analysts warn the prolonged consolidation is creating a 'ticking clock' scenario, setting the stage for a decisive breakout or breakdown.

Feb 2, 2026

Business

Trump's Housing Conundrum: Pledging to Keep Prices High While Promising Easier Access for Buyers

President Trump's latest push to improve housing affordability centers on lowering borrowing costs, not home values. But with a severe shortage of homes and prices near record highs, economists warn his proposals may simply reignite price surges rather than create lasting relief for aspiring homeowners.

Feb 2, 2026

Government Shutdown Disrupts Economic Calendar: Key Jobs Report Delayed

The Bureau of Labor Statistics has postponed the release of January's highly anticipated employment data due to a partial federal funding lapse, marking the latest economic disruption from Washington's budget impasse.

Feb 2, 2026

Business

The $10 Million-Plus Home Market Defies Gravity as Broader Housing Slows

A new report reveals a stark divergence in the U.S. housing market: while high rates cool mainstream activity, ultra-luxury sales above $10 million surged to a record $38.6 billion in 2025, driven by new wealth creation and a flight to tangible assets.

Feb 2, 2026