Phil Green

Business

EQT Diversifies with Secondaries Push and Critical Minerals Research as Market Questions Valuation

Swedish investment giant EQT is expanding its footprint through a strategic partnership in the private equity secondaries market with Coller Capital, while its foundation launches a science grant program targeting substitutes for critical minerals. The dual moves signal a broader strategy to tap into new fee streams and align with long-term sustainability trends, even as the firm's shares trade at levels some analysts consider undervalued.

Jan 30, 2026

World

Rare earth power: can Europe ever escape its dependency on China?

Europe relies on China for the rare earth elements essential in transition technologies, but it's making a late bid to end dependency.

Jan 30, 2026

Business

Geopolitics vs. Economics: Why Oil Giants Are Betting on Libya Over Venezuela

Despite political instability, Libya's low production costs and proximity to key markets are drawing major investment, while Venezuela's vast reserves remain hamstrung by economic and geopolitical hurdles.

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

MARA Secures French Nod for Exaion Acquisition, Gaining a Regulated Foothold in Europe's Digital Infrastructure

French regulators have greenlit MARA Holdings' takeover of EDF's data center unit Exaion, imposing strict conditions on energy use and data protection. The deal marks a significant, albeit tightly supervised, expansion of the bitcoin miner's European ambitions into high-performance computing.

Jan 30, 2026

US

Epstein Documents Reveal Extensive Network of High-Profile Connections

The release of millions of pages from the Jeffrey Epstein case by the U.S. Justice Department has unveiled the late financier's social and professional ties to a vast array of powerful figures across politics, finance, and tech, raising fresh questions about the scope of his influence.

Feb 3, 2026

Business

Fidelity vs. Invesco: A Closer Look at Two Paths to Consumer Staples Exposure

Investors seeking stability in volatile markets often turn to consumer staples ETFs. We analyze the strategic divergence between Fidelity's broad, low-cost approach and Invesco's targeted, factor-driven fund to determine which might better serve a defensive portfolio.

Feb 2, 2026

Business

Simon Property Group Caps Strong Year with Strategic Acquisitions and Record Returns, Outlines Aggressive 2026 Growth Plan

Simon Property Group reported robust fourth-quarter and full-year 2025 results, highlighted by record funds from operations, $2 billion in strategic acquisitions, and a significant return of capital to shareholders. The retail REIT giant provided optimistic 2026 guidance, banking on a strong development pipeline and resilient tenant demand despite acknowledging tariff-related headwinds.

Feb 2, 2026

Business

SpaceX Acquires xAI in Historic Deal, Creating $1.25 Trillion Tech Titan

Elon Musk consolidates his AI and aerospace ambitions as SpaceX purchases his controversial AI firm xAI, aiming to build orbital data centers and scale AI using space-based solar power, amidst scrutiny over xAI's past products.

Feb 2, 2026

Business

Dollar Surges on Robust Factory Data and Fed's Firm Stance, Gold Retreats

The U.S. dollar climbed to a one-week high, buoyed by unexpectedly strong manufacturing activity and hawkish-leaning Federal Reserve commentary. The rally pressured major currency pairs and sent precious metals tumbling, as markets reassessed the timeline for potential interest rate cuts.

Feb 2, 2026

Business

Waymo Seeks Massive $16B Funding Round, Nears $110B Valuation Amid Safety Scrutiny

Alphabet's autonomous vehicle unit Waymo is reportedly in talks to raise approximately $16 billion in a new financing round, which would value the company close to $110 billion. The move comes as the robotaxi pioneer faces heightened regulatory and public scrutiny following recent incidents involving its vehicles.

Feb 2, 2026

Business

Rivian's $7 Billion Bet: Can the R2 SUV Spark an EV Comeback?

With a fortified war chest and production scaling up, Rivian is poised for its most critical test yet: winning over the mass market with its upcoming R2. While the financial runway is clear, the road to profitability hinges on consumer appetite for the new, more affordable model.

Feb 2, 2026

Business

Hess Midstream Shares Trade at Steep Discount: Is the Market Overlooking a Pipeline Giant?

Despite a challenging year for its stock price, a deep dive into Hess Midstream's financials suggests the midstream operator may be significantly undervalued. Our analysis examines the cash flow story behind the recent share price weakness and what it means for investors.

Feb 2, 2026

Business

Analysts Revise Ceres Power Outlook: What's Behind the Shifting Price Target?

A recent adjustment to Ceres Power Holdings' price target by analysts signals a broader reassessment of the clean energy firm's market narrative and future trajectory, moving beyond a single figure to underlying story shifts.

Feb 2, 2026

Business

Caterpillar Powers Up: Inks Major Deal to Fuel AI Data Center Boom with Monarch Campus

Industrial giant Caterpillar secures a landmark agreement to supply 2 gigawatts of power generation and storage to the Monarch Compute Campus, positioning itself at the forefront of meeting the surging energy demands of artificial intelligence infrastructure.

Feb 2, 2026

Business

Trump Administration Eyes Overhaul of Financial Data Privacy Rules, Potentially Reshaping Fintech Landscape

The Trump administration is preparing to review key data-sharing provisions within the Dodd-Frank Act, a move that could redefine privacy standards between traditional banks and financial technology firms like Venmo and Plaid, and alter the competitive balance of the financial sector.

Feb 2, 2026

World

Strategic Congo City Airport Targeted in Drone Attack; M23 Rebels Blamed for Westernmost Strike

Authorities in the Democratic Republic of Congo report a weekend drone attack on Kisangani's airport, marking a significant westward expansion of the conflict as M23 rebels are accused. No casualties were reported.

Feb 2, 2026

US

Murder Suspect Dies in Apparent Suicide Following Dramatic High-Speed Chase Across LA Freeways

A man wanted for a fatal shooting in Camarillo led authorities on a dangerous pursuit reaching speeds over 100 mph before being found deceased in his vehicle, officials confirm.

Feb 2, 2026

Business

Markets Rebound on Strong Manufacturing Data; Micron Surges Amid AI Investment Scrutiny

U.S. equities found firmer ground Tuesday, buoyed by a robust factory activity report. The rally unfolded as investors grow increasingly discerning about AI-related capital expenditures, creating clear winners and losers.

Feb 2, 2026

Business

Gold and Silver Reel from Historic Plunge: Is the Bull Run Over?

Precious metals markets are reeling after their sharpest single-day decline since 1980, yet major Wall Street institutions reaffirm ambitious year-end price targets, citing enduring structural drivers.

Feb 2, 2026