Markets Edge Lower Ahead of Key Labor Data, Earnings Deluge
U.S. stock futures pointed to a lower open Monday as investors braced for a flood of corporate earnings and crucial labor market reports that could sway Federal Reserve policy expectations.
U.S. stock futures pointed to a lower open Monday as investors braced for a flood of corporate earnings and crucial labor market reports that could sway Federal Reserve policy expectations.
Sonesta International Hotels concludes a sweeping multi-year renovation initiative, injecting modern amenities and design into properties from New York to Kaua'i, as the company sharpens its competitive edge in the hospitality sector.
The rapid adoption of OpenClaw, an open-source autonomous AI agent platform, is moving beyond social media buzz to directly execute transactions on blockchain networks, prompting both excitement about efficiency and deep concerns over market stability and accountability.
U.S. stock futures retreated Monday as investors parsed a mixed bag of global manufacturing data, raising fresh questions about the durability of corporate earnings against a backdrop of cooling factory activity in key European economies.
The cryptocurrency market extended its losses on Monday, with the global market cap falling 2.9% to $2.65 trillion. Major assets like Bitcoin and Ethereum led the decline, while significant outflows from U.S. spot ETFs and shifting macroeconomic expectations fueled a wave of 'extreme fear' among investors.
FirstSun Capital Bancorp's fourth-quarter results surpassed analyst forecasts, driven by robust net interest margins and loan growth. However, the post-earnings call revealed deeper questions from analysts about the sustainability of its performance and integration challenges.
Amid a volatile market, EFG International's consistent profit growth and significant insider holdings present a compelling case for stability-focused investors, setting it apart from riskier, loss-making ventures.
A Nevada court has temporarily blocked the prediction market platform Polymarket, siding with state regulators who argue its event contracts constitute illegal gambling. The ruling intensifies a global regulatory crackdown that threatens the core business model of an emerging financial sector.
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.
A unique shareholder structure at German IT firm All for One Group SE sees individual investors wielding influence equal to its largest corporate shareholder, setting the stage for potential shifts in corporate governance and strategy.
Amidst a backdrop of steady interest rates and cautious global growth, Asian dividend-paying companies offer investors a potential harbor. We examine three firms from across the region balancing yield with operational resilience.
Precious metals extended losses in Asian trading Monday, following a sharp sell-off triggered by speculation over a more hawkish Federal Reserve leadership. Despite the pullback, both gold and silver remain significantly higher for the year, supported by enduring central bank demand and geopolitical uncertainty.
Newly released court documents reveal the disgraced financier's last will, signed days before his 2019 death, which directed his fortune—including Little St. James island—to his girlfriend, staff, and accomplices, though most assets remain tied up in victim settlements.
A looming partial government shutdown highlights critical nuances in prediction market contracts, with Polymarket and Kalshi odds soaring as procedural delays in Congress turn betting specifics into the central story.
Equity Residential's stock performance has been mixed, lagging behind long-term benchmarks. A detailed analysis of its discounted cash flow and peer comparisons suggests the apartment REIT may be trading at a significant discount to its intrinsic value, presenting a potential opportunity as market dynamics evolve.
Brookfield Renewable (BEPC) reported robust 2025 financial results, deploying a record $8.9 billion in capital. CEO Conor Teskey outlined a pivotal market transition, driven by surging electricity demand from data centers and industrial activity, positioning the company's diversified portfolio of hydro, wind, solar, and storage for accelerated growth.
Brookfield Renewable Partners (BEP) reported robust 2025 financial results, highlighted by record deployment and a strategic pivot to capitalize on surging global electricity demand driven by AI and reindustrialization.
U.S. stocks extended losses into a third session as investors weighed the potential implications of Kevin Warsh's nomination to lead the Federal Reserve, capping a volatile week of trading.
A prominent crypto analyst warns that Bitcoin could retest a critical long-term support level near $57,000, signaling a deepening correction as the digital asset market stumbles into 2026.
A sharp sell-off grips both digital and traditional safe havens, with Bitcoin nearing a critical $80,000 level and gold suffering its worst drop in months, fueled by Fed uncertainty and tech sector anxieties.