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ManpowerGroup Sees 'Stabilization' in Q4 as Demand Firms, Cost Cuts Take Hold

ManpowerGroup reported a return to modest organic growth in its fourth quarter, with executives citing improving demand and the benefits of ongoing cost optimization. While stopping short of declaring a broad recovery, the staffing giant highlighted sequential improvements in key markets and pointed to AI-driven productivity tools as a key differentiator.

Jan 30, 2026

Business

Analysts Trim Targets on Duolingo Amid Questions Over User Growth Sustainability

DA Davidson joins Morgan Stanley in lowering price targets for language-learning app Duolingo, citing data suggesting daily active user growth may fall short of expectations despite a strong start to the year.

Jan 30, 2026

Business

Stryker Caps Record Year with Strong Q4, Bullish on 2026 Despite Market Headwinds

The medical technology giant reports double-digit organic sales growth for the fourth consecutive year, driven by its Mako robotic system and strategic leadership shifts, while navigating tariffs and a shifting competitive landscape.

Jan 30, 2026

Business

SAP Shares Hit 52-Week Low as AI Disruption Fears Rattle Software Sector

SAP SE's stock plunged to a yearly low following a cautious sector outlook from JPMorgan, which highlighted AI's potential to disrupt traditional SaaS business models, despite the company reporting robust annual earnings.

Jan 30, 2026

Business

Dover Caps Strong 2025 with Robust Q4, Eyes Double-Digit Growth in 2026

Dover Corporation delivered a powerful finish to 2025, reporting its highest quarterly organic revenue growth of the year at 5%. Bolstered by accelerating bookings and expanding margins, the diversified industrial manufacturer projects continued double-digit earnings growth for the coming year.

Jan 30, 2026

Business

Cullen/Frost Bankers Posts Strong Q2 Earnings, Driven by Texas Expansion and Loan Growth

The Texas-based financial institution reported a year-over-year increase in profits, deposits, and loans for the second quarter of 2025. While management highlighted the success of its organic branch expansion strategy, it also acknowledged intensifying competitive pressures in key lending markets.

Jan 30, 2026

Business

Gallagher Caps Strong 2025 with Record Growth, Eyes $10 Billion War Chest for Deals

Arthur J. Gallagher & Co. reported robust fourth-quarter results, driven by a potent mix of organic expansion and strategic acquisitions like AssuredPartners. Management projects sustained mid-single-digit growth for 2026, backed by a significant capital reserve for further mergers and acquisitions.

Jan 30, 2026

Business

LPL Financial Caps a Record Year with Strong Q4, Eyes Commonwealth Integration

LPL Financial reported record quarterly and annual earnings, driven by robust organic growth and strategic acquisitions. Executives detailed progress on integrating Commonwealth Financial Network and provided updated guidance, signaling confidence in sustained momentum despite market headwinds.

Jan 30, 2026

Business

Gallagher Closes Strong 2025, Eyes Sustained Growth Amid Evolving Insurance Landscape

Arthur J. Gallagher & Co. reported robust fourth-quarter and full-year 2025 results, driven by a dual organic and acquisition growth strategy. The insurance broker sees continued momentum into 2026, navigating a mixed pricing environment and leveraging its recent mega-merger with Assured Partners.

Jan 30, 2026

World

China Executes Four Leaders of Myanmar-Based Crime Syndicate Over Vast Scam Empire

Chinese courts have executed four senior members of a Myanmar-based criminal organization for murder, trafficking, and running a multi-billion dollar scam operation that exploited thousands, including Chinese citizens. The move is part of a broader crackdown on cross-border cyber fraud hubs.

Feb 2, 2026

World

China Executes Four in Myanmar-Linked Scam Syndicate, Widening Crackdown on Cross-Border Crime

Chinese authorities have executed four individuals convicted of running a multi-billion dollar telecom fraud and gambling network from Myanmar, responsible for six deaths. The move follows last week's execution of 11 others, signaling Beijing's intensifying campaign against organized cybercrime in Southeast Asia.

Feb 2, 2026

Business

Li Auto Shifts Gears: From Self-Driving Cars to Humanoid Robots in Major AI Pivot

Chinese EV maker Li Auto announces a significant organizational overhaul, dissolving its dedicated autonomous driving team to focus resources on 'embodied intelligence' and humanoid robotics, signaling a bold strategic realignment.

Feb 2, 2026

US

Texas Lawmaker Denies Racially-Charged Allegation, Calls Viral Claim a 'Mischaracterization'

State Rep. James Talarico pushes back against claims he called former Congressman Colin Allred a 'mediocre Black man,' attributing the dispute to a misinterpreted private conversation as a heated Democratic primary intensifies.

Feb 3, 2026

Business

From Bed Bath to Blockchain: A Retail Phoenix Bets Its Future on Tokenized Assets

Emerging from bankruptcy ashes, the 52-year-old Bed Bath & Beyond brand is executing a radical pivot, acquiring Tokens.com to build a platform for tokenized real estate and asset-backed finance—a stark departure from its big-box retail roots.

Feb 3, 2026

Business

Elevating Growth: Otis Worldwide's Bull Case Rests on Service Strength and Modernization Surge

Otis Worldwide Corporation (OTIS) is showing signs of a resilient turnaround, with its core service business and booming modernization orders driving growth despite headwinds in new equipment sales, particularly in China. This analysis delves into the investment thesis gaining traction among some fund managers.

Feb 3, 2026

Business

Oatly's Turnaround Gains Momentum: First Operating Profit in a Decee Sparks Bullish Sentiment

After years of struggle, Oatly Group AB (OTLY) is showing concrete signs of a sustainable turnaround, posting its first quarterly operating profit in ten years. Strategic moves, including debt restructuring and a key investor stake, are fueling optimism for the oatmilk pioneer's path to profitability.

Feb 3, 2026

World

AI-Generated Images Falsely Link NYC Mayor to Epstein Circle, Sparking Misinformation Fears

A series of fabricated images purporting to show New York City Mayor Zohran Mamdani and his mother with Jeffrey Epstein and other prominent figures spread across social media this week, highlighting the escalating challenge of AI-driven political disinformation.

Feb 3, 2026

Business

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

FedEx CEO Charts Cautious Path on Robotics, Bets Big on AI for Global Network

While aggressively deploying AI across its vast logistics network, FedEx is taking a measured, pilot-stage approach to warehouse automation and drones, CEO Raj Subramaniam tells The New York Times. The shipping giant, handling $2 trillion in global commerce, prioritizes scalable infrastructure over unproven robotics for its 17 million daily packages.

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