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RenaissanceRe Defies Industry Headwinds with Record 2025 Performance, Eyes Continued Growth Amid Market Softening

Despite facing significant challenges including the California wildfires and a softening reinsurance market, RenaissanceRe (NYSE: RNR) reported robust 2025 results, driven by a diversified earnings strategy. The company highlights strong underwriting, investment gains, and a strategic focus on capital returns to shareholders.

Feb 5, 2026

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A 25-Year First: Stock Market's CAPE Ratio Flashes Warning Signal, Echoes of 1929 and 2000

The S&P 500's cyclically adjusted valuation metric has surged to a level seen only twice in the past century—each time preceding a historic crash. As 2026 approaches, investors are weighing whether AI-driven growth can defy historical precedent.

Feb 5, 2026

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VinFast Accelerates: Global EV Deliveries More Than Double in 2025, Led by Southeast Asian Surge

Vietnamese automaker VinFast reports a 102% surge in global vehicle deliveries for 2025, with Indonesia emerging as its top overseas market as the company expands its manufacturing footprint across Asia.

Feb 5, 2026

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Phillips 66 Caps Record 2025 with Strong Earnings, Lays Out Ambitious Cost and Growth Targets Through 2027

Phillips 66 reported robust fourth-quarter and full-year 2025 results, driven by refining efficiency and midstream growth. CEO Mark Lashier outlined a strategic path focused on cost reduction, portfolio optimization, and disciplined capital returns to shareholders.

Feb 5, 2026

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Coupang Data Breach Widens: 165,000 More South Korean Users Confirmed Affected

South Korean e-commerce giant Coupang has confirmed a significant expansion of last year's massive data breach, with personal information of an additional 165,000 users compromised. The revelation comes as the company remains under intense government scrutiny for the initial incident that impacted over 33 million customers.

Feb 5, 2026

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Regional Management Caps 2025 with Strong Growth, Eyes Auto Loans and Expansion for 2026

Consumer finance provider Regional Management (NYSE: RM) reported robust fourth-quarter and full-year 2025 results, fueled by portfolio expansion and improved credit metrics. The company's leadership outlined an ambitious 2026 roadmap centered on branch network growth, a strategic push into auto-secured lending, and sustained tech investment.

Feb 5, 2026

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The New York Times Posts Strong Digital Growth in 2025, Eyes Video Expansion

The New York Times Company reported robust digital subscriber and revenue gains for 2025, driven by its subscription-first strategy. While navigating a challenging media landscape, executives outlined ambitious plans to scale video content and leverage AI, even as costs rise.

Feb 5, 2026

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Prudential Faces $350M Hit from Japan Sales Scandal, Voluntarily Halts New Business for 90 Days

Prudential Financial's solid 2025 results were overshadowed by a misconduct scandal in its Japan unit, prompting a voluntary 90-day sales halt and a projected $300-$350 million earnings impact for 2026. CEO Andy Sullivan vowed to restore trust as the insurer navigates regulatory scrutiny and revamps its sales practices.

Feb 5, 2026

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S&P 500's Modest January Gain: A Reliable Harbinger for 2026, or Just Noise?

The benchmark index closed January with a 1.4% gain, a more tempered start compared to 2025's surge. Historical data suggests such openings are poor predictors for full-year performance, leaving investors to weigh optimism against persistent market uncertainties.

Feb 5, 2026

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Moelis & Company Caps 2025 with Record Revenues, Eyes Active 2026 Deal Market

Buoyed by a surge in M&A and capital markets activity, investment bank Moelis & Company reported record quarterly and annual revenues for 2025. Executives point to a strengthened talent bench and improving operating leverage as catalysts for momentum heading into what they forecast will be a robust year for transactions.

Feb 5, 2026

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Lear Caps Strong 2025 with Record Wins and Strategic Pivot, Eyes Steady Growth Amid Industry Shifts

Automotive supplier Lear Corporation reported robust 2025 financial results, highlighted by record new business awards in seating and E-Systems, significant operational savings, and a disciplined capital return strategy. While navigating a mixed global auto market, the company outlined a confident outlook for 2026, underpinned by its thermal comfort technology and digital transformation initiatives.

Feb 5, 2026

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LATAM Soars on Strong 2025 Finish, Sets Ambitious Course for 2026

LATAM Airlines Group capped off a robust 2025 with record profitability and passenger numbers, driven by premium offerings and network expansion. Management projects continued growth for 2026, backed by a healthy balance sheet and a fleet renewal strategy.

Feb 5, 2026

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Lilly Caps Record 2025, Eyes $80B+ in 2026 as Pipeline and Pricing Dynamics Shape Future

Eli Lilly reported a blockbuster 2025 with revenue soaring 45% to $65.2B, fueled by its incretin drugs. Despite anticipating significant pricing headwinds, the company projects 2026 revenue to reach $80-$83B, banking on volume growth from new launches and an expanding late-stage portfolio.

Feb 5, 2026

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Horace Mann Posts Record 2025 Earnings, Eyes Steady Growth in 2026 Amid Strategic Investments

Horace Mann Educators Corporation (HMN) reported its highest-ever annual earnings for 2025, fueled by strong premium growth and favorable weather. The company provided a confident outlook for 2026, targeting nearly 10% growth in normalized earnings while continuing to invest in its specialized distribution network and operational efficiency.

Feb 5, 2026

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Analysts Reset Expectations for Brandywine Realty Trust as Price Target Drops to $3.75

A significant downward revision of Brandywine Realty Trust's (BDN) fair value estimate by analysts, from $4.34 to $3.75, coupled with a tempered revenue growth forecast, is prompting a reassessment of the Philadelphia-based office REIT's near-term trajectory and market narrative.

Feb 5, 2026

Beyond the Bestseller List: Codie Sanchez's 15 Essential Reads for Building Wealth

Investor and author Codie Sanchez moves beyond typical finance guides, curating a list of 15 books that blend tactical business strategy with foundational mindset shifts for aspiring entrepreneurs.

Feb 5, 2026

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Alphabet Bets Big on AI: Plans Up to $185 Billion in Capital Spending to Fuel Tech Arms Race

Google's parent company Alphabet is set to nearly double its capital expenditure this year, committing up to $185 billion primarily for AI infrastructure, as it vies for dominance against rivals like OpenAI and Meta.

Feb 5, 2026

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Bank of England Holds Firm: Interest Rates Stay at 3.75% Amid Stubborn Inflation

The Bank of England has opted to maintain its key interest rate at 3.75%, pausing its recent easing cycle as stronger-than-expected economic growth complicates the battle to bring inflation fully back to target.

Feb 5, 2026

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Silicon Labs Soars to Four-Year High on $7.5 Billion Acquisition by Texas Instruments

Shares of Silicon Laboratories Inc. surged nearly 50% after the announcement of its definitive acquisition by Texas Instruments, a move set to reshape the competitive landscape in embedded wireless connectivity.

Feb 5, 2026

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Tether Defies Crypto Downturn, Posts Record $187B Market Cap and 534M Users in Q4

Despite a sharp contraction across the broader digital asset market, Tether's USDT stablecoin achieved unprecedented growth in the final quarter of 2025, solidifying its dominance as the sector's primary liquidity vehicle.

Feb 5, 2026