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Curreen Capital's 'Ugly Duckling' Strategy Delivers 31% Gain, Eyes VF Corp Amid Apparel Giant's Slump

Investment firm Curreen Capital posted strong 2025 results, crediting its focus on undervalued 'ugly duckling' stocks. The fund's latest letter spotlights VF Corporation (VFC), the embattled owner of Vans and The North Face, as a potential turnaround play despite its shares falling over 20% in the past year.

Feb 2, 2026

Business

Vanguard Slashes Fees Again: Investors to Save Nearly $250 Million in 2026

The investment giant deepens its commitment to low-cost investing with sweeping expense ratio cuts across 53 funds, marking its largest two-year fee reduction on record.

Feb 2, 2026

Business

Disney's Long-Term Cash Flow in Focus as Ashva Capital Weighs In

Investment firm Ashva Capital Management outlines its investment case for The Walt Disney Company in its Q4 2025 letter, highlighting the entertainment giant's enduring value proposition amid near-term market volatility.

Feb 2, 2026

Business

Giverny Capital Bets on Insurance Platform TWFG Amid Tech-Driven Market Headwinds

Investment firm Giverny Capital highlights insurance distributor TWFG as a key holding in its latest letter, revealing a challenging year where its value-focused strategy lagged the AI-fueled market rally.

Feb 2, 2026

Business

Giverny Capital Trims Position in AMETEK, Citing Valuation Concerns Amid Tech Frenzy

Investment firm Giverny Capital Asset Management reduced its stake in industrial manufacturer AMETEK in Q4 2025, highlighting a disciplined approach to valuation as markets remain captivated by AI narratives. The firm's portfolio underperformed major indices, pressured by its underweight stance in mega-cap technology.

Feb 2, 2026

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Three Stocks Poised for Growth as 2026 Investment Cycle Begins

As markets look ahead to 2026, a mix of established giants and emerging players in AI and digital advertising present compelling opportunities for investors seeking both growth and value.

Feb 2, 2026

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Stephanopoulos Grills DOJ's Blanche Over WSJ Report on Trump-Linked Crypto Firm's $500M Deal With UAE Adviser

In a tense Sunday interview, ABC's George Stephanopoulos confronted Deputy Attorney General Todd Blanche about a Wall Street Journal investigation revealing a major investment by a UAE security official into a cryptocurrency company founded by Donald Trump.

Feb 2, 2026

Business

Dolby Laboratories: A Sound Investment or Muted Growth? Analysts Weigh In on Stock's Valuation Gap

Dolby Laboratories (DLB) shares, closing at $64.19, present a complex picture for investors. While short-term momentum shows signs of improvement, longer-term returns have lagged, sparking debate over whether the audio technology pioneer is fundamentally undervalued or facing structural headwinds.

Jan 31, 2026

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Franchise Power: The Resilient Investment Play in a Shifting Restaurant Landscape

As the restaurant industry navigates post-2025 challenges of traffic recovery and margin pressure, the franchise model emerges as a defensive cornerstone for investors, offering scalability and predictable cash flows.

Jan 30, 2026

Business

From Crash Prophet to Housing Alarmist: Peter Schiff Warns of Looming 'Emergency' in U.S. Real Estate

Economist Peter Schiff, famed for foreseeing the 2008 collapse, now predicts a severe market correction driven by high mortgage rates and unsustainable prices, potentially triggering widespread defaults. While today's market fundamentals differ, his warning underscores deep-seated affordability concerns.

Jan 30, 2026

Business

Venezuela's Oil Sector: Exxon, Chevron Signal Cautious Interest Amid Political Shifts

U.S. oil giants ExxonMobil and Chevron hinted at a potential future role in Venezuela's energy revival during earnings calls, emphasizing the need for legal stability and clearer political outcomes before any major commitments. While sanctions ease and new legislation emerges, the path to significant investment remains long and fraught with uncertainty.

Jan 30, 2026

Business

Oracle's Cloud Ambitions Face Near-Term Pressure, But Long-Term Strategy Remains Intact

Despite a recent price target cut from Morgan Stanley, analysts maintain that Oracle's strategic investments in GPU-as-a-Service and its deepening ties with TikTok position it for long-term cloud growth, even as capital expenditures weigh on short-term earnings.

Jan 30, 2026

Business

Valley National Bancorp Beats Q4 Estimates on Strong Deposit Growth, Outlines Path for Margin Expansion

Valley National Bancorp (VLY) reported fourth-quarter revenue and profit that topped Wall Street forecasts, driven by robust core deposit growth and disciplined balance sheet management. The regional bank's leadership pointed to strategic tech investments and commercial loan demand as key pillars for its 2025 outlook.

Jan 30, 2026

Business

Atmos Energy's Slowing Returns: A Sign of Stagnation or a Market Mispricing?

Despite significant capital investment, Atmos Energy's return on capital employed (ROCE) remains stagnant at 5.9%, trailing the industry average. This raises questions about the utility's growth efficiency, even as its stock price has soared over 112% in five years.

Jan 30, 2026

Business

Berkeley Capital Sees Value in Morningstar Dip, Initiates $3.8 Million Position

Investment firm Berkeley Capital has established a new $3.8 million stake in financial data provider Morningstar, signaling a potential vote of confidence in the company amidst a significant share price decline and industry-wide AI uncertainty.

Jan 30, 2026

Business

Selective Insurance Posts Strong 2025, Eyes Further Margin Gains Amid Commercial Auto Challenges

Selective Insurance Group reported robust profitability and investment returns for 2025, driven by disciplined underwriting actions. While celebrating an 18% book value growth, management detailed significant reserve strengthening in commercial auto and outlined a confident outlook for 2026, the year of its centennial.

Jan 30, 2026

Business

Jones Trading Upgrades ARMOUR Residential REIT to Buy, Sees Value Gap Versus Peers

ARMOUR Residential REIT (ARR) received a bullish upgrade from Jones Trading, which moved the stock to Buy with a $20.50 target, citing a discounted valuation and expected book value growth compared to agency mortgage REIT rivals.

Jan 30, 2026

Business

Giverny Capital Exits Align Technology, Citing AI Stock Shift and Market Dynamics

Investment firm Giverny Capital Asset Management has sold its position in Align Technology (ALGN), revealing a strategic pivot towards AI-focused equities amid a challenging year where its portfolio lagged the broader market.

Jan 30, 2026

Business

Greenlight Capital Exits HP Position, Citing Better Opportunities in AI and Shifting Market Dynamics

In its latest investor letter, David Einhorn's Greenlight Capital revealed it has sold its stake in HP Inc., redirecting capital towards AI-focused investments it believes offer superior risk-reward profiles amid the tech giant's recent struggles.

Jan 30, 2026

Business

Institutional Investors Hold the Reins at AEW UK REIT, With 85% Stake

AEW UK REIT plc (LON:AEWU) is overwhelmingly owned by institutional investors, a sign of significant confidence but also concentrated influence. We examine the ownership structure and what it means for the £170m property trust.

Jan 30, 2026