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Gentex Navigates Tariff Headwinds, Posts Strong Q4 on Vox Integration and Core Margin Expansion

Gentex Corporation delivered a mixed 2025, with Q4 results buoyed by its Vox acquisition and improved core profitability, while tariffs on China exports continued to pressure sales. The automotive tech supplier provided a roadmap focused on advanced mirrors, sensing, and new electrochromic applications like dimmable visors.

Jan 30, 2026

Business

Primis Financial Navigates 'Noisy' Quarter, Eyes 1% ROA Goal for 2026

Primis Financial (FRST) posted Q4 earnings of $29.5M, buoyed by a one-time gain. Management pegs core quarterly earnings near $8M, citing mortgage growth and deposit mix improvements as key drivers for its 2026 profitability target.

Jan 30, 2026

World

MSF Refuses Israeli Demand for Staff Data, Citing Safety Risks in Gaza

Doctors Without Borders (MSF) has definitively rejected an Israeli order to hand over sensitive staff information, following months of failed negotiations. The move comes amid a wider crackdown on aid groups and a devastating toll on healthcare workers in the conflict.

Jan 30, 2026

World

Damascus and Kurdish Forces Strike Landmark Deal to Reintegrate Northeast Syria

After years of de facto autonomy, Syria's Kurdish-led administration and military forces have agreed to a phased reintegration into the state, a move hailed by Washington as historic but met with caution on the ground.

Jan 30, 2026

Business

Rogers Communications Q4 2025: Sports and Media Surge Reshapes Investor Outlook

Rogers Communications Inc. reported robust fourth-quarter 2025 results, with revenue reaching C$6.17 billion and net income of C$743 million. The company's strategic pivot into sports and media, fueled by the MLSE acquisition and content partnerships, is emerging as a significant growth driver, challenging its traditional telecom narrative.

Jan 30, 2026

Business

Silvercorp Metals Diversifies Portfolio with Strategic Gold Venture in Kyrgyzstan

Silvercorp Metals has solidified its expansion into Central Asia by acquiring a majority stake in Chaarat ZAAV CJSC, forming a joint venture with state-owned Kyrgyzaltyn to develop permitted gold projects. The move signals a strategic pivot for the historically silver-focused miner as it seeks to balance geographic and commodity risks.

Jan 30, 2026

Business

eBay's Fee Shift and Green Push: A Strategic Pivot or Seller Squeeze?

eBay is navigating a complex transition, implementing new ad fees and AI restrictions while doubling down on sustainability. These moves are reshaping the marketplace dynamics for sellers and investors alike.

Jan 30, 2026

Business

Japan Bets Big on AI Sovereignty with $6.3 Billion Public-Private Push

In a strategic move to reduce reliance on foreign tech giants, Japan launches a national AI initiative, combining SoftBank's leadership with substantial government backing to develop a domestic foundational model.

Jan 30, 2026

World

Houthi Seizure of UN Telecom Gear Cripples Aid Operations in Yemen, UN Warns

The United Nations has condemned the seizure of critical telecommunications equipment from its offices in Sanaa by Houthi forces, warning the move severely hampers humanitarian efforts for millions of Yemenis amid a worsening crisis.

Jan 30, 2026

World

Justice Department Releases Massive New Batch of Epstein Documents, Fueling Political Firestorm

The U.S. Justice Department has begun releasing over three million pages from the Jeffrey Epstein investigation, including photos and videos. The long-awaited document dump intensifies scrutiny on the financier's powerful associates, including former Presidents Trump and Clinton, amid accusations of a high-level cover-up.

Jan 30, 2026

Business

Trump Taps Former Fed Governor Kevin Warsh to Lead Central Bank, Signaling Hawkish Shift

President Donald Trump has nominated Kevin Warsh, a former Federal Reserve governor known for his hawkish views and nuanced stance on Bitcoin, to chair the central bank. The move sets the stage for a contentious Senate confirmation battle and could herald a significant shift in U.S. monetary policy.

Jan 30, 2026

World

Venezuela Overhauls Oil Laws, Throws Open Doors to Foreign Investment

In a landmark shift, Venezuela's parliament has passed sweeping reforms to its hydrocarbons law, aiming to lure private capital into its crippled oil industry. The move, backed by a new U.S. license, signals a potential turning point for the nation's economy.

Jan 30, 2026

Business

Institutional Investors Hold Sway Over BrightSpire Capital With 61% Stake

BrightSpire Capital, Inc. (BRSP) finds itself predominantly in the hands of institutional investors, a vote of confidence that brings both stability and potential volatility. As major funds like Vanguard and BlackRock hold significant shares, the stock's trajectory is closely tied to their moves.

Jan 30, 2026

World

Iranian Hospitals Under Siege: Wounded Protesters and Medics Targeted in Crackdown

Rights groups document a disturbing pattern of Iranian security forces raiding hospitals to arrest injured protesters and the medical personnel treating them, transforming sanctuaries of care into sites of fear and reprisal.

Jan 30, 2026

World

Burkina Faso's Military Government Dissolves All Political Parties, Deepening Democratic Crisis

In a sweeping decree, Burkina Faso's junta has formally dissolved the nation's political parties and seized their assets, a move analysts warn consolidates authoritarian rule and extinguishes a key pillar of democratic life amid an escalating security crisis.

Jan 30, 2026

Business

O'Leary's Warning to CEOs: Mandatory Office Returns Are Driving Away Top Talent

Investor Kevin O'Leary argues that rigid return-to-office policies are a competitive disadvantage, pushing high performers toward flexible employers and leaving companies with a diminished talent pool.

Jan 30, 2026

Business

Allegro MicroSystems Secures $285 Million in Long-Term Debt to Fuel Growth Amid Lofty Valuation

Allegro MicroSystems (ALGM) has restructured its credit facilities, securing $285 million in new term loans maturing in 2030. The move provides the semiconductor firm with fresh capital for corporate initiatives as it navigates a capital-intensive sector while maintaining a premium market valuation.

Jan 30, 2026

Business

Rockwell Automation Powers Saudi Arabia's First EV Factory, Bolstering Its Industrial Software Ambitions

Rockwell Automation expands its partnership with Lucid Motors, deploying its FactoryTalk MES software and training programs at Saudi Arabia's inaugural electric vehicle production hub. The move aligns with the Kingdom's Vision 2030, positioning Rockwell as a key player in the region's high-tech manufacturing transformation.

Jan 30, 2026

Business

Frasers' Growing Stake and Sports Direct Rollout Spark Fresh Scrutiny of Accent Group's Value

Accent Group's strategic partnership with UK retail giant Frasers, including a planned rollout of Sports Direct stores in Australia, is drawing investor focus as it promises to reshape the footwear retailer's earnings profile. The move comes amid volatile share price performance, raising questions about the company's current valuation.

Jan 30, 2026

World

‘Cannon Fodder’ Policy Exposed: Amputated Russian Soldiers Forced Back to Front Lines

Exclusive footage and soldier testimonies reveal a disturbing pattern within Russian ranks: wounded amputees, including former prisoners, are being ordered back into combat as casualties mount and manpower dwindles.

Jan 30, 2026