As regulatory scrutiny intensifies and the ESG debate evolves, major banks and wealth managers are turning to pass-through voting mechanisms to reassert shareholder influence and align investment stewardship with client values.
Facing pressure from both investors and regulators, banks and wealth managers are turning to pass-through voting mechanisms to reclaim shareholder influence and align stewardship with client values, even within passively managed funds.
While a routine regulatory filing on voting rights draws little market reaction, analysts are focusing on Heidelberg Materials' pivotal role in the global push for sustainable construction. The company's journey from traditional cement producer to a leader in decarbonized building solutions is fraught with both opportunity and significant financial risk.
As states finalize legislation before the 2026 elections, a conservative-leaning watchdog group highlights vulnerabilities in the voting system, pushing for reforms to curb foreign influence and clarify citizenship requirements for voters.
In a landmark agreement announced by former President Trump and Prime Minister Modi, the U.S. will slash tariffs on Indian goods, while New Delhi commits to halt Russian oil imports and significantly increase purchases of American energy and goods.
Following a rupture in their longstanding security alliance, French President Emmanuel Macron and Chadian leader Mahamat Idriss Deby Itno have agreed to reset bilateral relations, placing future cooperation squarely in the economic and developmental sphere.
Buoyed by robust quarterly and full-year results, Annaly Capital Management is pivoting more capital toward residential credit and mortgage servicing rights. The mortgage REIT's strategic shift aims to build on its earnings momentum while navigating an evolving interest rate landscape.
Homebuilding giant PulteGroup announces the sale of its off-site manufacturing division, pivoting to a partnership model to streamline operations and concentrate on its core business as it navigates a persistent valuation gap with peers.
Tesla is pivoting its core strategy, phasing out legacy Model S and X production to mass-manufacture Optimus humanoid robots and deepening its commitment to artificial intelligence with a major investment in Elon Musk's xAI. This strategic realignment signals a future where the company's identity may evolve from electric vehicle pioneer to a broader AI and robotics powerhouse.
In a detailed business update, Plug Power's CEO Andy Marsh made a direct appeal to shareholders to approve an increase in authorized shares, framing it as essential for meeting financial obligations and funding future growth. He warned that failure to pass the proposal would force the company to pursue a reverse stock split—a move he believes historically damages shareholder value.
While Broadcom rides a massive wave of AI demand, investor concerns over shrinking profitability have triggered a significant pullback in its shares, presenting a classic growth-versus-margin dilemma.
A new national report reveals Wegmans Food Markets experienced one of the steepest declines in customer satisfaction among major grocers in 2026, as economic pressures reshape shopping priorities toward value and convenience.
CNBC's Jim Cramer concedes he misjudged the explosive demand for Apple's iPhone 17, which powered the tech giant to a staggering earnings beat that caught Wall Street off guard.
Disney shares fell sharply after the company flagged weakening attendance from overseas guests at its U.S. theme parks, a crucial profit driver, alongside softer results in its TV and film division. The dip comes amid a broader slowdown in travel to the United States and as the entertainment giant prepares for a pivotal CEO transition.
The quiet maneuvering between Carlyle Group, Russia's Lukoil, and the UAE reveals a fundamental shift in global energy finance. As Western sanctions redraw the map, a new playbook is emerging—one where assets are restructured, risks are repackaged, and geopolitical neutrality becomes a tradable commodity.
The surge in popularity of weight-loss drugs like Ozempic and Wegovy is sending shockwaves far beyond the pharmacy, fundamentally altering consumer spending, challenging major corporations, and forcing a broad economic recalibration.
In a significant move to secure domestic supply chains for critical minerals, the U.S. government has taken a direct 15% equity position in MP Materials. This strategic investment, paired with expanded federal contracts, aims to reduce reliance on foreign sources for rare earths essential to defense and green energy technologies.
Meta Platforms' relentless investment in artificial intelligence infrastructure is set to drive capital expenditures to unprecedented levels in 2026, raising questions about long-term returns for the cash-rich tech giant.
Despite a volatile post-earnings reaction, Invesco Ltd. maintains robust analyst support with upgraded ratings and bullish price targets, as the asset manager's strategic moves and inflows fuel optimism.
Digital asset investment products witnessed their largest weekly capital flight since late 2025, with Bitcoin and Ethereum bearing the brunt of a $1.73 billion exodus. The sell-off, concentrated in the U.S., underscores a sharp pivot in risk appetite amid shifting macroeconomic winds, though Solana and select regions bucked the trend with modest inflows.
