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Alphabet Bets Big: $185B Capex Surge for AI and India Expansion Tests Investor Faith

Alphabet's record Q4 2025 results are overshadowed by a massive planned increase in capital expenditures, targeting up to $185 billion in 2026 to fuel its global AI and cloud ambitions, including a major physical expansion in India. The move signals a high-stakes pivot that is reshaping the investment thesis around the tech giant.

Feb 5, 2026

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Silver Crashes Over 15%, Wiping Out Brief Rally as Fed Uncertainty Rattles Metals

Spot silver plunged more than 15% on Thursday, erasing gains from a two-day recovery and dragging gold lower. The sharp reversal highlights ongoing volatility as markets digest the implications of a potential new Federal Reserve chair and shifting monetary policy expectations.

Feb 5, 2026

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American Financial Group Caps 2025 with Record Underwriting Profit, Eyes Continued Growth in 2026

American Financial Group (AFG) reported a robust finish to 2025, highlighted by a record fourth-quarter underwriting profit and significant capital returns to shareholders. The specialty insurer enters the new year with a business plan targeting premium growth and a combined ratio near 92.5%, backed by strong performance in its crop and specialty P&C segments.

Feb 5, 2026

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AbbVie Surpasses Expectations in 2025, Powered by Skyrizi, Rinvoq, and Neuroscience Amid Humira Transition

AbbVie reported record full-year revenue and earnings for 2025, significantly exceeding its initial guidance. The company's growth was driven by its immunology blockbusters Skyrizi and Rinvoq, a rapidly expanding neuroscience portfolio, and strategic acquisitions, successfully offsetting the steep decline of its former top-seller Humira.

Feb 5, 2026

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Amsterdam Weighs Ban on Mega-Cruise Ships by 2035 Amid Intensifying Overtourism Debate

Amsterdam is considering a complete ban on ocean-going cruise ships by 2035, joining a growing list of European destinations pushing back against the pressures of mass tourism. The city's exploration of the ban follows failed plans to relocate its port and adds to existing measures targeting river cruises.

Feb 5, 2026

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Chipotle's 2025 Results Meet Expectations, But Flat 2026 Outlook Puts Valuation in Focus

Chipotle Mexican Grill reports solid 2025 earnings, yet a forecast for stagnant comparable sales in 2026 shifts investor attention to whether its current stock price accurately reflects the company's growth trajectory amid contrasting market signals.

Feb 5, 2026

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European Lithium Bolsters War Chest with $45M Share Sale, Retains Key Stake in Critical Metals

European Lithium Ltd. has fortified its financial position, raising approximately A$45 million through a strategic sale of shares in Nasdaq-listed Critical Metals Corp. The move boosts its cash reserves while preserving a significant, influential stake in the rare earths and lithium player.

Feb 5, 2026

Business

Texas Instruments Bets $7.5 Billion on IoT Future with Surprise Silicon Labs Acquisition

In a strategic pivot that stunned the market, Texas Instruments announced a definitive agreement to acquire Silicon Labs for $7.5 billion, aiming to dominate the rapidly expanding Internet of Things connectivity space.

Feb 5, 2026

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Pizza Hut Trims U.S. Footprint: 250 Underperforming Locations to Close by Mid-2026

Yum! Brands announces a strategic reduction of Pizza Hut's U.S. presence, closing 250 restaurants as part of a broader 'Hut Forward' initiative aimed at long-term growth in a digital-first market.

Feb 5, 2026

Business

Beyond the Headlines: The Dow vs. S&P 500 and the Battle to Define the Market

While both the Dow Jones Industrial Average and the S&P 500 are ubiquitous market barometers, their methodologies tell vastly different stories. We dissect the history, composition, and inherent biases of these two indices to determine which one truly captures the heartbeat of the U.S. economy.

Feb 5, 2026

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Comfort Systems USA Joins S&P 500 Amid Leadership Transition and Dividend Boost

Comfort Systems USA (NYSE:FIX) enters the S&P 500 index, announces a future leadership change with Trent T. McKenna as incoming President and COO, and raises its dividend for the 13th consecutive year, signaling strength in its building systems business.

Feb 5, 2026

Business

Texas Instruments Bolsters Wireless Portfolio with $7.5 Billion Acquisition of Silicon Labs

In a major consolidation move within the semiconductor industry, Texas Instruments has agreed to acquire Silicon Laboratories in an all-cash deal valued at approximately $7.5 billion, aiming to significantly expand its embedded connectivity offerings.

Feb 4, 2026

Business

Oracle's $50 Billion AI Bet Sends Shares Tumbling: Can the Cloud Giant Execute?

Oracle's ambitious plan to raise up to $50 billion for a massive AI infrastructure expansion has rattled investors, sending its stock down sharply. While the move underscores its commitment to competing with cloud leaders, concerns over execution risk and debt levels are taking center stage.

Feb 4, 2026

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The $5,000+ Monthly Check: Who Truly Qualifies for Social Security's Top Tier in 2026?

While the average retiree collects around $2,000 monthly, a select few are on track for benefits exceeding $5,000 next year. Achieving this maximum, however, requires a career path few would choose—and financial experts question its true value for most.

Feb 4, 2026

Business

Prediction Markets Signal Deepening Gloom for Bitcoin, With $65,000 in Sight

As Bitcoin struggles to hold the $73,000 level, decentralized prediction platform Polymarket shows traders are betting heavily on a further drop to $65,000 this year, reflecting a stark shift in sentiment from earlier bullish forecasts.

Feb 4, 2026

World

BHP Faces Landmark UK Damages Trial Over 2015 Brazil Mine Catastrophe

A British court has set a 2027 trial date to determine compensation owed by mining giant BHP for the devastating 2015 Fundão dam collapse in Brazil, a disaster that claimed 19 lives and caused widespread environmental ruin.

Feb 4, 2026

Business

BetMGM Swings to Profitability in 2025, Fueled by iGaming Dominance and High-Value Bettors

BetMGM's 2025 financial results surpassed forecasts, marking a pivotal return to profitability. The joint venture's success was driven by substantial growth in its online casino segment and increased revenue from a more concentrated base of sports bettors.

Feb 4, 2026

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Ares Capital (ARCC) Posts Record Originations in 2025, Confident on Dividend Amid Market Volatility

The leading business development company reported robust annual results, with $15.8 billion in new commitments and stable credit metrics. Management addressed investor concerns over AI's impact on its software portfolio and signaled readiness to capitalize on potential market dislocations.

Feb 4, 2026

Business

BlackRock Boosts Quarterly Dividend to $5.73, Signaling Confidence Amid Scrutiny Over Payout Strategy

The world's largest asset manager announces a dividend increase to $5.73 per share, yielding approximately 2.1%. While the hike reflects strong cash generation, analysts note the firm's high cash payout ratio and modest earnings growth raise questions about long-term sustainability.

Feb 4, 2026

Goodyear to Shutter Findlay Mold Plant, Cutting 85 Jobs in Ohio Consolidation Move

Goodyear Tire & Rubber is closing its Tall Timbers mold manufacturing facility in Findlay, Ohio, by March 31, eliminating 85 positions as it consolidates U.S. molding operations to a single site in North Carolina.

Feb 4, 2026