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Western Digital Bets Big on AI Storage, Unveils 100TB Hard Drive Roadmap and $4 Billion Buyback

At its Innovation Day, Western Digital detailed a dual-path strategy to develop ultra-high-capacity hard drives tailored for AI data centers, targeting 40TB models by 2026 and 100TB+ by 2029. The company simultaneously announced a major expansion of its share repurchase program, signaling strong confidence in its strategic direction amid intensifying competition.

Feb 4, 2026

Business

Shopify's Stock Slump: A Buying Opportunity or a Reality Check for the E-Commerce Giant?

Shopify's shares have faced sustained pressure, declining across multiple timeframes and prompting investors to scrutinize its premium valuation against a backdrop of shifting market dynamics and intensifying competition.

Feb 4, 2026

Business

Landstar Navigates 'Challenging' Freight Market as Q4 Results Miss Estimates

Landstar System's fourth-quarter earnings fell short of analyst expectations, with management citing a persistent freight recession, inflation, and rising insurance costs. While the heavy haul segment showed strength, broader market softness led to a cautious outlook.

Feb 4, 2026

Business

Beyond the Numbers: Five Key Questions Analysts Posed to Danaher After Mixed Q4 Results

While Danaher met Q4 revenue targets on bioprocessing and diagnostics strength, analyst questions during the earnings call revealed deeper concerns about research funding softness and the sustainability of growth drivers in a challenging macro environment.

Feb 4, 2026

Business

VF Corp's Q4: North Face Shines, Vans Stumbles as Analysts Press on Turnaround Plan

VF Corporation's latest earnings reveal a tale of two portfolios: strong growth from The North Face and Timberland contrasts with persistent challenges at Vans. While management touts operational progress, analyst questions zero in on the timeline for a full recovery and mounting external pressures.

Feb 4, 2026

Business

Nvidia CEO Jensen Huang Eyes OpenAI IPO Investment, Dismisses Rift Rumors as "Nonsense"

Nvidia's Jensen Huang expressed strong interest in backing a potential OpenAI public offering, while firmly rejecting reports of tension between the AI chip giant and the ChatGPT maker, calling speculation "nonsense."

Feb 4, 2026

US

From Desert Sanctuary to Crime Scene: The Disappearance of Nancy Guthrie Shakes a Quiet Arizona Community

The peaceful Catalina Foothills home of Nancy Guthrie, mother of 'Today' show anchor Savannah Guthrie, has become the center of a frantic search after her sudden disappearance, unsettling a tight-knit community and drawing national attention.

Feb 4, 2026

Business

Quantum Computing's Looming Threat: Could Crypto's Encryption Armor Crumble?

The rise of quantum computing poses a fundamental challenge to the cryptographic foundations of Bitcoin and other digital assets, forcing investors and governments to confront a potentially existential security risk.

Feb 4, 2026

Business

Minerva Neurosciences Charts Final Path for Schizophrenia Drug Targeting Debilitating 'Negative Symptoms'

In a pivotal virtual briefing, Minerva Neurosciences detailed its confirmatory Phase 3 trial design for roluperidone, a potential first-in-class therapy for the persistent and disabling negative symptoms of schizophrenia, with top-line results expected by late 2027.

Feb 4, 2026

Business

Rithm Capital Caps 'Excellent Year' with Record Earnings, Eyes Expansion in Real Estate and Asset Management

Rithm Capital (NYSE: RITM) reported robust 2025 results, fueled by diversification and strategic acquisitions like Paramount's office portfolio. Management highlights record earnings, a $100B+ asset management platform, and a disciplined approach to growth amid a shifting rate environment.

Feb 4, 2026

Business

Santander Posts Record Profits, Unveils Major U.S. Acquisition to Fuel Growth

Banco Santander reported its strongest-ever annual results, with profit hitting €14.1 billion, and announced a strategic acquisition of Webster Bank to accelerate its transformation in the United States. The bank also outlined ambitious profitability targets through 2028.

Feb 4, 2026

Business

RPC Navigates Year-End Slowdown, Pins Hopes on Tech Rollouts and Cost Discipline

RPC Inc. reported a broad sequential revenue decline in Q4 2025, citing a late-year slowdown. While pressure pumping and some regional markets weakened, executives highlighted growth in specific service lines and strategic technology deployments as key pillars for navigating a challenging energy services landscape.

Feb 4, 2026

Business

Amid FTSE 100 Jitters, Penny Stocks Like Borders & Southern Draw Investor Scrutiny

While broader UK markets falter on global headwinds, a subset of investors is sifting through penny stocks for hidden gems. We examine three companies—from Falklands oil exploration to digital media services—balancing potential against pronounced risks.

Feb 4, 2026

Business

Crypto.com Spins Off Prediction Markets Unit as 'OG' in U.S. Push, Challenging Polymarket and Kalshi

Crypto.com has launched OG, a standalone U.S.-only prediction markets platform, capitalizing on explosive sector growth and navigating a tightening regulatory landscape. The move pits it directly against established players as the industry faces increased scrutiny from lawmakers.

Feb 4, 2026

US

Senator Mitch McConnell Hospitalized for Flu-Like Symptoms, Misses Key Votes

Senate veteran Mitch McConnell, 83, has been admitted to a hospital as a precaution after reporting flu-like symptoms, causing him to miss crucial floor votes this week. His office states his prognosis is positive and he remains in contact with staff.

Feb 4, 2026

Business

Seeking Shelter in Dividends: Three UK Stocks Offering Yields Up to 12.4% Amid Market Volatility

As the FTSE indices face headwinds from global economic concerns, income-focused investors are turning to dividend stocks for resilience. We examine three UK-listed companies offering substantial yields, analyzing their sustainability and the broader market context.

Feb 4, 2026

Business

KAL Group Boosts Dividend Payout, Signaling Confidence Amidst Cautious Market Optimism

South Africa's KAL Group announces an increased dividend for shareholders, raising its yield to 4.3% as earnings growth supports a sustainable payout policy, though its historical record prompts analyst scrutiny.

Feb 4, 2026

Business

Judge Rejects Elon Musk's Bid to Dismiss SEC Lawsuit Over Twitter Stock Purchases

A federal judge has ruled that Elon Musk must face a lawsuit from the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) over allegations he delayed disclosing his stake in Twitter during its 2022 acquisition, a move the regulator claims saved him over $150 million.

Feb 4, 2026

World

From Handbags to Hashtags: How Japan's PM Takaichi Captured a Generation

Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi has ignited an unexpected youth-driven phenomenon, leveraging social media savvy and personal branding to potentially secure a decisive mandate in Sunday's election and reshape Japan's political landscape.

Feb 4, 2026

Business

Western Union Bets on Hyderabad AI Hub and Earnings to Revive Investor Confidence

As Western Union prepares to report earnings, its new AI-focused Global Capability Center in Hyderabad, built with HCLTech, aims to accelerate its digital transformation. Investors are weighing this strategic move against a backdrop of long-term shareholder value decline and near-term stock momentum.

Feb 4, 2026