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Annaly Capital Posts Strong 2025 Finish, Citing Favorable Markets and Strategic Execution

Annaly Capital Management capped off a robust 2025 with a fourth-quarter economic return of 8.6%, driven by a constructive fixed-income environment and growth across its core strategies. The mortgage REIT highlighted conservative leverage, a secure dividend, and strategic capital deployment as it navigates evolving market conditions.

Jan 30, 2026

Business

Beyond the Headlines: Unearthing Small-Cap Opportunities in Asia's Volatile 2026 Markets

Amidst a complex backdrop of economic crosscurrents and geopolitical tensions, a select group of small-cap companies across Asia are demonstrating remarkable resilience and growth potential. We analyze three standout names from Singapore and China that are navigating the volatility with strong fundamentals.

Jan 30, 2026

Business

Crypto Markets See $1.7 Billion Wiped Out in Leveraged Wipeout as Geopolitical Fears Spike

A sharp sell-off across digital assets triggered over $1.7 billion in leveraged position liquidations, with Bitcoin and Ethereum leading the losses as market sentiment hits 'extreme fear' levels.

Jan 30, 2026

Business

Tech Jitters, Gold Retreat Rattle Asian Markets as Geopolitical Tensions Simmer

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.

Jan 30, 2026

Business

Asian Markets Retreat as Wall Street's Wild Ride Casts a Shadow

Asian equities broadly declined on Friday, taking cues from a volatile U.S. session marked by a historic plunge in Microsoft shares. The sell-off extended to commodities, with oil and precious metals also losing ground.

Jan 30, 2026

Business

Crypto Skepticism Prevails: JPMorgan Report Reveals 89% of Family Offices Avoid Digital Assets

A new global survey from JPMorgan Private Bank shows wealthy families remain overwhelmingly cautious on cryptocurrency investments, with a strong preference for traditional portfolio strategies despite market hype.

Feb 2, 2026

Business

China's Manufacturing Activity Accelerates in January Amid Export Boost, Structural Headwinds Persist

A private survey reveals China's manufacturing sector gained momentum in January, fueled by pre-holiday production and stronger export orders. However, analysts caution that underlying structural imbalances and uneven regional growth continue to challenge the economic outlook.

Feb 2, 2026

Business

Controversial Security Mogul Erik Prince Seeks Public Listing for AI Drone Firm Swarmer

Erik Prince, founder of the private military firm Blackwater, has filed to take his AI-powered drone autonomy company Swarmer Inc. public on Nasdaq. The firm's technology, extensively tested in Ukraine, highlights the accelerating shift toward software-defined warfare.

Feb 2, 2026

Business

Burger King China Shifts to Local Control: CPE Invests $350M for Majority Stake in Ambitious Expansion Drive

Restaurant Brands International (RBI) has formed a joint venture with private equity firm CPE, ceding majority control of Burger King's China operations in a deal aimed at turbocharging growth. The partnership targets a more than tripling of restaurants to over 4,000 by 2035, leveraging local expertise and capital.

Feb 2, 2026

Business

Gold and Silver Find Footing After Turbulent Sell-Off, But Analysts Urge Caution

Precious metals prices steadied on Monday following a sharp Friday plunge that rattled markets, though experts warn the volatility in these traditional safe havens may not be over.

Feb 2, 2026

Business

Crypto Markets See Broad Sell-Off: CoinDesk 20 Index Plunges 9.3% as Ethereum Leads Decline

The CoinDesk 20 Index, a key benchmark for the digital asset market, fell sharply over the weekend, with every constituent in the red. Ethereum's 13.9% drop was a primary driver of the downturn.

Feb 2, 2026

Business

SoFi's Lending Engine: A Trillion-Dollar Opportunity Just Getting Started

SoFi Technologies' record loan originations in Q4 2026 are just the beginning. With a foothold in personal, student, and home loans, the fintech giant is poised to capture a massive share of multi-trillion-dollar markets, driven by refinancing demand and cross-selling to its growing member base.

Feb 2, 2026

Business

Equities Poised for Steady Run Through Mid-2026 as Rally Broadens Beyond Megacaps

A combination of moderating inflation and resilient corporate earnings is setting the stage for sustained stability in stock markets, with the recent rally now encompassing small-caps, value stocks, and multiple sectors.

Feb 2, 2026

Business

Beyond the Numbers: A Tale of Two Markets in Apparel Retail's Q3 Earnings

The third-quarter earnings season for apparel retailers revealed a stark divergence. While some brands like Abercrombie & Fitch soared on strong results, others, including Tilly's and Torrid, faced investor skepticism despite meeting top-line expectations. We analyze the performance, the shifting retail landscape, and what it signals for the sector's future.

Feb 2, 2026

Business

Tech Titans of Tomorrow: Three High-Growth Stocks Defying Market Volatility in Early 2026

As global markets navigate a period of uncertainty, a select group of technology companies across Norway, Sweden, and Israel are posting explosive growth. We examine the financials and strategies behind Appear ASA, Hacksaw AB, and NextVision Stabilized Systems—firms turning innovation into investor returns.

Feb 2, 2026

Business

Crypto Markets Reel as Record Liquidations and Gold's Plunge Spark 'Manic Monday' Fears

February opens with a brutal sell-off across digital assets, seeing over $2.5 billion in liquidations and pushing Ethereum to the brink of $2,000. The turmoil coincides with a historic drop in gold, fueling debates on market stability and the path forward.

Feb 2, 2026

Business

DoorDash Bets on Robots and Rural Seniors: A Dual-Pronged Strategy to Expand Its Reach

DoorDash is deploying autonomous delivery robots in the suburbs while advocating for legislation to improve food access for rural seniors, signaling a strategic push beyond its urban core into new markets and use cases.

Feb 2, 2026

Business

Franklin Templeton Posts Record Inflows, Hits $1.68 Trillion AUM as Clients Seek Unified Platforms

Franklin Resources (BEN) reported robust Q1 2026 results, highlighted by record long-term inflows of $118.6B and AUM reaching $1.68T. CEO Jenny Johnson emphasized strong demand for integrated public-private market solutions and personalized investment strategies amid ongoing market volatility.

Jan 30, 2026

Business

EQT Diversifies with Secondaries Push and Critical Minerals Research as Market Questions Valuation

Swedish investment giant EQT is expanding its footprint through a strategic partnership in the private equity secondaries market with Coller Capital, while its foundation launches a science grant program targeting substitutes for critical minerals. The dual moves signal a broader strategy to tap into new fee streams and align with long-term sustainability trends, even as the firm's shares trade at levels some analysts consider undervalued.

Jan 30, 2026

Business

KeyBanc Upgrades LivaNova to Overweight, Sees 27% Upside as MedTech Valuations Normalize

KeyBanc Capital Markets has upgraded LivaNova PLC (LIVN) from Sector Weight to Overweight, setting an $81 price target. The move reflects a broader positive shift in analyst sentiment towards the medical technology sector as valuation premiums ease.

Jan 30, 2026