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Amazon in Advanced Talks to Invest Up to $50 Billion in OpenAI, Signaling Major AI Ambitions

Amazon is reportedly negotiating a landmark investment of up to $50 billion in OpenAI, a move that would reshape the AI landscape and intensify its cloud rivalry with Microsoft and Google. The potential deal highlights the soaring costs of competing in generative AI and could redefine Amazon Web Services' strategy.

Jan 30, 2026

Business

EuroDry Ltd. (EDRY) Surges: Is This Shipping Stock Still Undervalued?

EuroDry Ltd. (NASDAQ: EDRY) has emerged as a top performer on the NASDAQ, riding a wave of bullish momentum. With shares approaching yearly highs, analysts are debating whether the rally still presents a buying opportunity for investors seeking exposure to the dry bulk shipping sector.

Jan 30, 2026

World

Winter Crisis Deepens as U.S. Energy Aid for Ukraine Remains Stalled in Bureaucratic Maze

Promised U.S. funds to repair Ukraine's war-shattered energy grid are caught in administrative limbo, leaving millions vulnerable to extreme cold amid renewed Russian strikes and internal U.S. agency disputes.

Jan 30, 2026

Business

Insider Confidence at Resideo Technologies: Key Executive Boosts Stake Amid Mixed Signals

Amid a year of both share sales and purchases by company executives, a significant insider investment by Andrew Teich signals underlying confidence in Resideo Technologies' future, even as the firm navigates a challenging financial landscape.

Jan 30, 2026

Business

Beyond the Hype: Wall Street Eyes Crypto's Infrastructure Winners as Analyst Picks MSTR, COIN, and HOOD

While fintech has streamlined user interfaces, the backbone of finance remains slow. Cryptocurrency's native digital settlement presents a structural shift. Amid regulatory uncertainty, Cantor Fitzgerald identifies three public companies positioned to bridge the gap between traditional finance and the blockchain ecosystem.

Jan 30, 2026

Business

Beyond the Headlines: Three European Penny Stocks Drawing Investor Scrutiny Amid Market Volatility

As uncertainty shapes European markets, some investors are turning their gaze to penny stocks for potential growth. We analyze three companies—GreenMerc, Transferator, and FORIS AG—that combine intriguing prospects with the inherent risks of small-cap investing.

Jan 30, 2026

Business

Smith Douglas Homes Stock Slump Masks Solid Fundamentals: A Buying Opportunity?

Despite an 11% weekly share price drop, Smith Douglas Homes (SDHC) boasts a robust 19% Return on Equity, significantly outpacing the industry average. This divergence between market sentiment and financial health raises questions about short-term pressures versus long-term value.

Jan 30, 2026

World

Putin Agrees to Trump's Request for Temporary Halt on Kyiv Strikes, Kremlin Confirms

The Kremlin stated President Vladimir Putin has agreed to a personal appeal from former U.S. President Donald Trump to pause strikes on Kyiv until February 1, aiming to foster conditions for potential talks, though the scope and durability of the pause remain unclear.

Jan 30, 2026

Business

Cathie Wood Warns of Gold Bubble, Citing 'Great Depression' Valuation Extremes

Ark Invest's Cathie Wood suggests the recent historic rally in gold may be a late-cycle bubble, pointing to valuation metrics that have surpassed levels seen in the 1930s. The warning follows a sharp, cross-market sell-off that dragged down precious metals and cryptocurrencies.

Jan 30, 2026

Business

Grant Thornton UK Elevates People Strategy with New Chief People Officer Appointment

Abigail Fisher, a seasoned HR leader with two decades of experience, is set to rejoin Grant Thornton UK in late February as its inaugural Chief People Officer, signaling a renewed focus on culture and talent.

Jan 30, 2026

Business

Bitcoin Tumbles Below $90K Following Fed Decision, Triggering $1.68 Billion Liquidation Cascade

Bitcoin's sharp retreat to $81,000 on Thursday, following the Federal Reserve's latest policy announcement, resulted in massive leveraged position liquidations and sent shockwaves through correlated equities.

Jan 30, 2026

Business

Sun Belt Dominates Top 10 Buyer's Markets as Inventory Swells and Negotiating Power Shifts

A surge in housing supply, particularly across Sun Belt states, is creating prime conditions for homebuyers, with new research highlighting metros where inventory levels tip the scale in the buyer's favor.

Jan 30, 2026

Business

Ritholtz Wealth Cements Employee-Owned Future as Founder Barry Ritholtz Approaches Milestone

The $7.6 billion RIA has expanded its internal equity plan to 29 employee-owners, formalizing a decade-long succession strategy that aims to preserve independence as co-founder Barry Ritholtz nears 65.

Jan 30, 2026

Business

Institutional Confidence Fuels New Oriental's Rally: Stock Surges 5.4% Amid Strong Backing

New Oriental Education & Technology Group (NYSE: EDU) sees its stock momentum bolstered by substantial institutional ownership, which now stands near 49%. Last week's $482 million market cap gain adds to a 22% annual return, highlighting investor faith in the Chinese education giant's post-regulatory overhaul trajectory.

Jan 30, 2026

Business

Fortune Brands Innovations Boosts Quarterly Dividend to $0.26, Signaling Confidence Amid Growth Push

The home and security products leader raises its quarterly payout, offering a 1.9% yield. While cash flow coverage appears solid, analysts note the company's mixed dividend history and point to future earnings growth as a key sustainability factor.

Jan 30, 2026

Business

Lilly Bets Big on Repertoire's Immune Decoding Tech in Up to $1.9B Autoimmune Pact

Eli Lilly commits $85 million upfront and over $1.8 billion in potential milestones to partner with Repertoire Immune Medicines, aiming to develop a new class of 'tolerizing' therapies that reset the immune system without broad suppression.

Jan 30, 2026

Business

Timberland Bancorp Boosts Quarterly Dividend to $0.29, Signaling Financial Strength

Timberland Bancorp (NASDAQ:TSBK) announces a dividend increase to $0.29 per share, reflecting sustained profitability and a commitment to shareholder returns. The move aligns the regional bank's yield with industry averages while maintaining a conservative payout ratio.

Jan 30, 2026

Business

Worldcoin's Sharp Sell-Off: How Short Traders Capitalized While Long-Term Holders Dig In

Worldcoin (WLD) plunged 21% in a volatile session, yet derivatives data reveals a cohort of traders profited from the downturn. Despite the crash, on-chain metrics suggest holder accumulation is limiting sell-side pressure, setting the stage for potential consolidation.

Jan 30, 2026

World

Digital Dragnet: Inside the Surveillance Tactics Powering Trump's Minnesota Immigration Crackdown

A routine commute in Minneapolis turns into a biometric checkpoint, spotlighting the advanced surveillance tools—from facial recognition apps to vast data networks—now central to federal immigration enforcement. As operations intensify, questions mount over privacy, oversight, and the line between targeted enforcement and dragnet surveillance.

Jan 30, 2026

World

Alberta Separatists Seek Trump's Ear, Testing U.S.-Canada Ties Amid Sovereignty Fears

Reports of U.S. officials meeting with Alberta independence advocates have ignited a diplomatic row, as Canada's western province weighs a contentious push for sovereignty with an eye toward Washington.

Jan 30, 2026