As global investment in artificial intelligence infrastructure accelerates, a handful of semiconductor giants stand to reap outsized rewards. We examine the foundational players whose technology is enabling this historic build-out.
A proposed wealth tax on California's ultra-rich has ignited a fierce debate, pitting tech billionaires against a coalition of millionaires who argue it's time for the wealthy to pay more. The fight echoes past battles over Silicon Valley's influence and raises questions about the state's economic future.
Voters head to the polls in Costa Rica, with the ruling right-wing populist party aiming to secure a decisive mandate and a legislative supermajority to tackle record violence and political gridlock.
Generac Holdings' shares have surged 19% in a month, reigniting the debate over its valuation. While recent momentum is strong, a five-year decline of 38% underscores the challenges. Analysts see a potential upside, but risks from the residential solar slowdown and data center demand volatility loom.
As Diebold Nixdorf accelerates its AI-driven self-checkout initiatives, highlighted by a new study on the Australian retail market, investors are weighing whether this technological pivot can solidify its ongoing operational turnaround and justify its current valuation.
Mondelez International merges its financial and operational leadership under CFO Luca Zaramella, a move analysts say aims to tighten cost control and execution amid intense competition and commodity pressures.
Vertiv Holdings Co launches 'Vertiv Next Predict,' an AI-driven managed service aimed at transforming data center maintenance through predictive analytics, signaling a strategic shift towards high-margin, recurring revenue streams.
Mondelez International merges financial and operational oversight under veteran CFO Luca Zaramella, who assumes the additional role of Chief Operating Officer. The strategic move aims to tighten cost discipline across global commercial units but raises questions about succession planning and cash flow pressures as the snack giant navigates a challenging market.
Quantum computing firm IonQ has moved to acquire SkyWater Technology, Skyloom Global, and Seed Innovations, aiming to create a comprehensive, end-to-end platform that controls hardware, networking, and software. This vertical integration strategy targets government and enterprise clients seeking secure, full-stack quantum solutions.
Box, Inc. strengthens its enterprise cloud offerings with the general release of Box Extract, an AI-driven data intelligence tool. The launch coincides with bullish analyst sentiment, including a Citi price target suggesting significant upside.
The global lifestyle retailer MINISO continues its aggressive capital return strategy, repurchasing millions of shares under a Rule 10b5-1 program as analysts remain bullish on the stock's outlook.
Footwear giant Deckers Brands posted quarterly revenue and profit that handily beat Wall Street estimates, driven by surging global demand for its HOKA and UGG labels. The company raised its full-year outlook, citing robust direct-to-consumer growth and international momentum.
The Islamic State group has claimed a coordinated attack on a key airbase near Niamey's international airport, amid escalating tensions after Niger's junta leader pointed fingers at France, Benin, and Ivory Coast.
Allegro MicroSystems (ALGM) reported strong fourth-quarter results, with revenue surging 29% year-over-year to $229.2 million, surpassing analyst expectations. The chip designer's growth was fueled by record data center sales and robust demand in automotive, particularly for electric vehicles and ADAS.
Fueled by surging global demand for its Hoka and Ugg brands, Deckers Outdoor Corp. posted a robust third-quarter performance that surpassed expectations, driving its stock price up sharply and assuaging recent Wall Street concerns over growth sustainability.
While public attention focuses on flashy AI applications, Baseten is building the critical infrastructure beneath them. Its explosive growth and backing from investors like Nvidia signal its pivotal role in the AI economy's next phase.
After two decades of trailing the S&P 500, Micron Technology's strategic pivot to high-bandwidth memory for AI data centers has catapulted it to the top of the market, with analysts forecasting a seismic shift in the memory chip industry.
The FDA clearance of Spectrum Dynamics' Veritas.AI platform marks a significant step forward for nuclear imaging, promising to cut scan times in half and enhance image clarity for critical applications like cancer theranostics.
As sky-high valuations plague pure-play AI stocks, a global industrial landlord is emerging as a critical—and potentially undervalued—enabler of the artificial intelligence boom through its strategic pivot into data centers.
The Hartford Financial Services Group reported stellar full-year 2025 results, with core earnings reaching $3.8 billion and a return on equity of 19.4%. Strong performance across Business, Personal, and Employee Benefits insurance segments, coupled with strategic investments in AI and digital capabilities, positions the insurer for sustained market leadership.
