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Alibaba Spins Off $2 Billion Robovan Venture, Doubling Down on Automated Last-Mile Delivery

Alibaba's logistics arm Cainiao and autonomous driving firm Zelos Technology have merged to form a standalone robovan business, valued at approximately $2 billion. The move signals a strategic push into automated delivery solutions within China's competitive e-commerce landscape, as the tech giant seeks new growth engines beyond its core operations.

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SuperX AI Soars 48% in a Week, Delivering Windfall for Major Private Backers

A dramatic surge in SuperX AI Technology's share price has spotlighted its concentrated ownership structure, with private companies holding a dominant 34% stake and reaping the largest rewards from the recent rally. As the AI-driven healthcare sector heats up, investor attention turns to who holds the reins at this promising but closely held firm.

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Align Technology Doubles Down on Southeast Asia, Betting on Digital Dentistry to Fuel Growth

Align Technology is accelerating its expansion in Southeast Asia with new product launches and affordability programs, a strategic pivot as the company navigates competitive pressures and seeks to reignite investor confidence amid a challenging stock performance.

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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.

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Exclusive: U.S. Envoys in Jerusalem Blocked Internal Warnings of 'Apocalyptic' Gaza Conditions

Reuters reveals that senior U.S. diplomats suppressed graphic cables from aid officials detailing catastrophic famine and devastation in northern Gaza in early 2024, preventing the warnings from reaching top Biden administration leadership.

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Oscar Health Faces Headwinds as CMS Proposes Tighter Medicare Advantage Rules

The Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) has unveiled a proposed payment update for Medicare Advantage plans that falls below industry expectations, coupled with stricter risk-adjustment regulations. This dual challenge pressures insurers like Oscar Health (NYSE: OSCR), whose tech-driven model is now under the microscope as profitability margins face a squeeze.

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Amnesty Hopes Rise Among IS-Linked Foreign Women in Syrian Camp as Government Offensive Shifts Power

Foreign women detained in Syria's Roj camp, linked to the Islamic State group, see a potential path to freedom following a government offensive that weakened their Kurdish guards. As political dynamics shift, their hopes for amnesty or repatriation collide with international reluctance and an uncertain future for the camps.

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J.P. Morgan Downgrades Enbridge, Spotlighting Growth-Dividend Dilemma in Shifting Energy Landscape

A recent downgrade of Enbridge Inc. by J.P. Morgan analysts has intensified the debate over the pipeline giant's ability to balance future growth with its prized dividend stability, as macroeconomic headwinds pressure its core crude oil segment.

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MTY Food Group's Dividend Boost and Valuation Puzzle: A Deep Dive for Investors

MTY Food Group's recent 12% dividend hike and recognition as a top pick have reignited investor interest. However, a closer look reveals a complex valuation story, with a premium P/E ratio contrasting sharply with discounted cash flow models and recent profit margin pressures.

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Celestica Soars on AI Demand, Unveils Aggressive $1B Capex Plan for Hyperscale Growth

Celestica's Q4 2025 results shattered guidance, fueled by its Connectivity & Cloud unit. The company announces a massive capital expenditure surge to over $1 billion in 2026, betting big on sustained demand from hyperscalers for AI and networking infrastructure.

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Trump's 'Great' Dollar: A Calculated Gamble or Reckless Economic Policy?

The US dollar hits a multi-year low against the euro following President Trump's endorsement of a weaker currency, sparking debate over its impact on trade, inflation, and America's financial standing.

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Axis Capital Caps 'Outstanding Year' with Record Premiums, Eyes 2026 Growth Amid Market Uncertainty

Axis Capital (AXS) reported robust 2025 results, marked by record premiums and its best underwriting performance in over a decade. While outlining a confident growth trajectory, executives struck a cautious note on cyber insurance and reinsurance headwinds for the coming year.

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Comstock Completes $50M Equity Raise Amid Share Price Volatility, Analysts See Value Gap

Comstock Inc. (LODE) has closed a $50 million follow-on equity offering, issuing shares at $2.75. The capital infusion comes as the company's stock faces significant near-term pressure, declining over 30% in the past week, even as some analysts maintain a bullish long-term price target.

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Digital Realty Expands Southeast Asia Footprint, Inks Major Supply Deal to Fuel AI Infrastructure Push

Digital Realty Trust makes a strategic entry into Malaysia with the acquisition of the TelcoHub 1 data center and secures a critical $373 million supply agreement with Schneider Electric, positioning itself to capture surging demand for AI-ready infrastructure in the region.