Palantir Technologies' stock surged after hours as the data analytics firm reported record quarterly results, fueled by its AI platform. CEO Alex Karp hailed an 'iconic' performance while warning that the company's dominance creates societal and political tensions.
As speculation mounts over the next Federal Reserve leadership, top economists point to Kevin Warsh's crisis-era experience as a strength, but warn his legacy will hinge on a single, monumental challenge: shielding interest-rate policy from political influence.
As crude prices spike on Middle East tensions, fears of reignited inflation and subsequent Fed action cast a shadow over risk assets, with Bitcoin failing to capitalize on its perceived 'safe-haven' narrative.
President Trump's surprise nomination of former Fed Governor Kevin Warsh to lead the central bank sends mixed signals to investors, stirring debate over future monetary policy and market stability.
ExxonMobil and Chevron signal that significant investment in Venezuela's vast oil reserves hinges on clearer legal and fiscal stability, despite recent political changes and White House pressure.
Asian equities faced broad declines Friday, pressured by renewed investor skepticism over the AI investment boom and a sharp pullback in precious metals. The sell-off unfolded against a backdrop of easing oil prices and persistent geopolitical uncertainties.
Former UK ambassador to Washington, Peter Mandelson, faces intensifying political and public pressure to relinquish his lifetime seat in the House of Lords following new revelations about his financial and personal ties to the late convicted sex offender Jeffrey Epstein. Prime Minister Keir Starmer has called for his resignation, as documents suggest payments and close correspondence between the two.
As the 2026 election cycle approaches, Gray Media emerges as a contrarian play. Analysts point to its potential for a significant re-rating, driven by political advertising cyclicality, stable retransmission fees, and a trove of undervalued hard assets.
A recent FBI search at a Fulton County election facility, involving the Director of National Intelligence and a reported phone call with former President Trump, has sparked concerns about the blurring of lines between law enforcement and political operations.
U.S. stocks advanced cautiously Monday as investors braced for a wave of corporate earnings reports, while crude oil prices tumbled sharply. The focus remains on key tech results and evolving geopolitical developments affecting global trade and energy markets.
Once a high-flying green energy IPO, Plug Power now trades near historic lows. While its technology powers giants like Amazon and Walmart, mounting losses and a shifting political landscape pose existential questions about its path to profitability.
As voters from Japan to Brazil head to the polls in a packed electoral calendar, investors brace for potential market volatility. The outcomes could redefine fiscal policies, international alliances, and economic trajectories in a world already navigating U.S. monetary uncertainty and geopolitical strife.
In an exclusive 'Face the Nation' interview, Nobel laureate María Corina Machado discusses Venezuela's future after U.S. intervention, while domestic debates over ICE tactics and a partial government shutdown highlight deepening political divisions.
Acting President Delcy Rodríguez announces sweeping amnesty proposal for political detainees and closure of El Helicoide prison, marking significant concessions following the U.S. capture of former leader Nicolás Maduro.
As YouTube TV prepares a direct assault on the sports streaming market, analysts warn that FuboTV's core business model is under unprecedented threat. With subscriber growth stagnating and financial pressures mounting, the company's path to profitability looks increasingly narrow.
Ford Motor Company's stock has dramatically underperformed the broader market over the past ten years. As political winds shift and its EV strategy reverses course, investors are left wondering if the iconic automaker can chart a stable path to growth or remain trapped in a cycle of reactionary moves.
Bitcoin clawed back some of its steep weekend losses in Monday trading, though the broader digital asset sector and related equities remained under significant selling pressure as investors digested a wave of forced liquidations and awaited key U.S. economic data.
Regional banks like Fifth Third are betting on a historic profit surge if Kevin Warsh reshapes the Fed. But Wall Street warns his ambitious plan to slash rates and shrink the balance sheet faces fierce internal and political headwinds, threatening market stability.
After months of political gridlock and a series of no-confidence votes, France's parliament is poised to adopt the contentious 2026 budget. The survival of Prime Minister Sebastien Lecornu's government hinges on Monday's vote, marking a critical juncture for the nation's fiscal and political stability.
A volatile January has underscored a stark shift for investors: political shocks emanating from Washington now pose a greater threat to portfolios than traditional economic or earnings concerns, reshaping risk calculus across global markets.
