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Business

Tesla Discloses 1.1 Million Active FSD Subscribers as It Pivots to Subscription-Only Model

In a landmark disclosure during its Q4 earnings call, Tesla has revealed it now has 1.1 million active Full Self-Driving (FSD) subscribers worldwide. The announcement comes as the company prepares to shift exclusively to a monthly subscription model, a strategic move tied to Elon Musk's ambitious goal of reaching 10 million active users.

Jan 30, 2026

Business

GameStop's $100 Billion Gamble: CEO Ryan Cohen Bets Big on Transformative Acquisition

Five years after its meme-stock frenzy, GameStop is aiming for a colossal acquisition to transform its business. CEO Ryan Cohen could earn a $35 billion payday if he succeeds in reaching a $100 billion market cap—a goal experts call wildly ambitious.

Jan 30, 2026

Business

Panera, Krispy Kreme Face Legal Fallout Amid Surging Wave of Data Breaches

Panera Bread confirms a second major data security incident in two years, while Krispy Kreme agrees to a $1.6 million settlement over a 2024 breach, as the foodservice industry grapples with escalating cyber threats and consumer lawsuits.

Jan 30, 2026

Business

Leadership Reshuffle: Sustainability and Branding Experts Take Key Roles Across Apparel Sector

The U.S. Cotton Trust Protocol strengthens its executive team with two co-directors, while Arc'teryx creates a chief brand officer role, highlighting a strategic focus on traceability and consumer experience in a competitive market.

Jan 30, 2026

Business

Warsh's Fed Nomination: A Hawkish Pick in a Dovish Political Climate

President Trump's reported selection of former Fed Governor Kevin Warsh to lead the central bank signals a potential shift in monetary policy approach, with a focus on strategic foresight over data-dependency, according to economist Mohamed El-Erian.

Jan 30, 2026

Business

Stock Yards Bank Signals Confidence with $25 Million Share Buyback

The Louisville-based regional bank's significant purchase of its own stock highlights internal optimism amid a shifting interest rate landscape, even as it trimmed holdings in tech giants.

Jan 30, 2026

Business

Heidelberg Materials Stock Soars 72% in a Year: Is There Still Room to Run?

Shares of Heidelberg Materials have delivered stellar returns, more than tripling over three years. As the stock consolidates near recent highs, investors are questioning whether the rally has priced in future growth or if significant value remains. A deep dive into valuation metrics suggests the latter.

Jan 30, 2026

Business

Paris Lingerie Fair Reflects Industry's Cautious Turn: Heritage and Comfort Lead 2026 Collections

Facing a challenging retail climate, brands at the Salon International de la Lingerie doubled down on heritage storytelling, shapewear innovation, and versatile categories like loungewear to support retailers, while navigating market softness and shifting consumer definitions of sensuality.

Jan 30, 2026

Business

Kraft Heinz Splits Sauces from Grocery as Berkshire Trims Stake, Redefining Future

Kraft Heinz announces a major corporate split, separating its global sauces division from its North American grocery business, while Berkshire Hathaway begins selling down its significant stake. The moves signal a strategic pivot for the iconic food giant, raising questions about valuation, dividends, and long-term direction in a shifting consumer landscape.

Jan 30, 2026

Business

DXC and Ripple Forge Alliance to Bridge Traditional Banking with Digital Asset Infrastructure

In a strategic move to modernize financial services, DXC Technology partners with Ripple to embed digital asset custody and payment solutions directly into legacy core banking systems, aiming to facilitate institutional adoption of blockchain technology.

Jan 30, 2026

Business

InterDigital Projects Robust Growth Through 2026, Bolstered by New LG Electronics Pact

InterDigital (NASDAQ: IDCC) has laid out an ambitious financial roadmap for fiscal year 2026, forecasting revenues up to $775 million. The outlook is supported by a newly inked licensing agreement with LG Electronics and a key smartphone renewal, signaling strong momentum in its patent portfolio.

Jan 30, 2026

Business

Citi Doubles Down on AppLovin: Maintains Buy Rating with $820 Target, Citing E-Commerce Surge

Citigroup reaffirms its bullish stance on AppLovin (APP), highlighting the rapid adoption of its Axon platform by e-commerce clients and improved customer quality as key growth drivers, with a price target of $820.

Jan 30, 2026

Business

Needham Reaffirms Bullish Stance on D-Wave Quantum, Sees $48 Price Target Following Key Acquisition

Analyst Quinn Bolton of Needham maintains a Buy rating on D-Wave Quantum (QBTS), highlighting the company's strengthened competitive position after its acquisition of Quantum Circuits, which creates the world's only dual-platform quantum computing firm.

Jan 30, 2026

Business

Nvidia's AI Dominance: A Five-Year Outlook on Stock Performance and Market Trajectory

Fueled by explosive growth in AI infrastructure spending, Nvidia's commanding market position sets the stage for significant potential gains. Analysts project a revenue path that could see its stock reach new heights by the end of the decade.

Jan 30, 2026

Business

Navigating the Rate Shift: Top Dividend ETFs for Income and Stability in a Falling Interest Rate Environment

As the Federal Reserve signals potential rate cuts, income-focused investors are re-evaluating their portfolios. We analyze seven dividend ETFs that offer resilient income streams and capital appreciation potential when bond yields decline.

Jan 30, 2026

Business

Analyst Defends Oracle as a 'Decade Stock' Despite Mounting Debt, AI Pressures

Oracle shares face continued pressure over debt and AI infrastructure costs, but Guggenheim's bullish $400 price target suggests potential for a multi-year rebound if execution risks are managed.

Jan 30, 2026

Business

Altria: A High-Yield Dividend Play Defying Headwinds in a Shifting Market

As interest rates retreat, income investors are revisiting blue-chip dividend stocks. Altria (MO), with its 7.1% yield and decades of payout growth, presents a compelling, if controversial, case for capital preservation and income generation.

Jan 30, 2026

Business

Verizon Bets on AI and Leaner Operations to Curb Customer Exodus

Facing stiff competition, Verizon is deploying AI at scale and restructuring its operations—funded partly by recent layoffs—to simplify customer interactions and rebuild loyalty in a saturated market.

Jan 30, 2026

World

Ukraine Scrambles to Fortify Air Defenses as Brief Russian Strike Pause Expires

As a temporary halt in Russian airstrikes on Kyiv brokered by former U.S. President Trump nears its end, Ukraine is urgently working to strengthen its air defenses. Analysts caution the lull may be a tactical move by Moscow to bolster its diplomatic leverage rather than a step toward peace.

Jan 30, 2026

Business

Warsh's Fed Nomination Signals Potential Overhaul, But Rate Cuts Face Hurdles

President Trump's nominee for Federal Reserve Chair, Kevin Warsh, has championed a 'regime change' at the central bank, focusing on balance sheet reduction and regulatory rollback. However, analysts question his ability to deliver swift interest rate cuts and warn of potential internal conflict.

Jan 30, 2026