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UK's Gridworks Inks $400M Ethiopia Power Deals as Foreign Minister Visits to Address Migration Pressures

During UK Foreign Secretary Yvette Cooper's visit to Addis Ababa, British investor Gridworks signed landmark agreements to develop two major transmission projects. The deals, part of a broader UK strategy linking economic development with migration management, mark Ethiopia's first public-private partnerships in its power transmission sector.

Feb 2, 2026

Business

Billion-Pound Ambition Meets Market Reality: Xeinadin Sale Shelved as Bidders Balk at Price

Private equity firm Exponent has halted the auction of UK accounting group Xeinadin after potential buyers refused to meet its £1bn valuation, signaling potential headwinds for deal-making in the professional services sector.

Feb 2, 2026

Business

Banking Giants Line Up $7.9 Billion Debt Package to Fuel CD&R's Sealed Air Buyout

A syndicate led by JPMorgan and Wells Fargo is preparing a multi-billion dollar high-yield bond and loan issuance to finance the landmark private equity acquisition of Bubble Wrap maker Sealed Air, with bond yields expected to attract investor interest in the 7% range.

Feb 2, 2026

Business

TSMC Founder Morris Chang Breaks Year-Long Public Silence at Taipei Dinner with Nvidia's Jensen Huang

Morris Chang, the 94-year-old founder of Taiwan Semiconductor Manufacturing Co., made his first public appearance in over a year at a private dinner in Taipei with Nvidia CEO Jensen Huang. The meeting, which ended months of speculation about Chang's health and public role, also served as a platform to reaffirm TSMC's central position in the global chip supply chain.

Feb 2, 2026

Business

Blackstone Boosts Dividend Payout, But Sustainability Questions Linger

The private equity giant announced a dividend increase to $1.49 per share, pushing its yield above the industry average. While future earnings projections are robust, analysts flag concerns over the current payout ratio and the firm's mixed dividend history.

Feb 2, 2026

Business

TreeHouse Foods: A 31% Surge in 90 Days, But Is the Rally Built on Solid Ground?

TreeHouse Foods (THS) shares have rebounded sharply over the past three months, gaining 31%, even as the company reports significant annual losses. This divergence between short-term momentum and long-term fundamentals is prompting a fresh debate on valuation and the path to profitability for the private-label food manufacturer.

Feb 2, 2026

Business

Ondas Holdings' Optimus Drone Secures Coveted DCMA Blue List Status, Paving Way for Accelerated Defense Adoption

Ondas Holdings Inc. (NASDAQ: ONDS), through its subsidiary American Robotics, has achieved a significant milestone with its Optimus drone system being added to the Defense Contract Management Agency's (DCMA) Blue List. This designation streamlines procurement for U.S. defense and critical infrastructure missions, bolstering the company's position in the competitive autonomous systems market.

Feb 2, 2026

Business

SBA Communications Stock Slump: A Buying Opportunity or a Sign of Deeper Trouble?

Shares of SBA Communications have faced persistent pressure, declining over 5% in the past year. A detailed analysis of its discounted cash flow and P/E ratio suggests the wireless infrastructure REIT may be significantly undervalued, presenting a potential entry point for long-term investors.

Feb 2, 2026

World

China Executes Four in Cross-Border Crackdown on Multi-Billion Dollar Myanmar Scam Syndicate

Chinese authorities have executed four individuals convicted of leading a massive online fraud and gambling ring based in Myanmar, linked to over $4 billion in illicit proceeds and the deaths of six Chinese nationals. The move is part of a widening crackdown on cross-border criminal networks targeting Chinese citizens.

Feb 2, 2026

Business

China's Export-Focused Factories Show Surprise Resilience as Broader Economy Cools

A private gauge of China's manufacturing activity edged higher in January, defying expectations of a slowdown, as export-oriented firms outperformed. The reading contrasts with weaker official data, highlighting a two-speed industrial sector amid persistent domestic headwinds.

Feb 2, 2026

US

Rogue Kangaroo Halts Virginia Traffic After Dramatic Escape, Mother and Joey Safely Recovered

A female kangaroo and her joey sparked an unusual rescue operation in central Virginia after escaping from a private property, evading hunting dogs, and briefly blocking a major highway before being safely tranquilized and returned home.

Feb 2, 2026

Business

U.S. Bets Big on Rare Earth Independence with $3.1 Billion Mine-to-Magnet Push

USA Rare Earth secures a landmark $1.6 billion in federal loans and equity, coupled with a $1.5 billion private placement, to build a domestic supply chain from Texas mines to Oklahoma magnets, reducing reliance on China for critical defense and green tech components.

Jan 31, 2026

Business

Musk's Vision: Tesla Owners Could Monetize Idle Cars Through Robotaxi Network

Elon Musk reframes Tesla ownership as a potential income source, proposing an 'Airbnb-for-cars' model where private vehicles join an autonomous ride-hailing fleet, offsetting ownership costs.

Jan 31, 2026

Business

WisdomTree Hits Record $160.8B AUM, Driven by European Surge and Digital Asset Growth

WisdomTree Investments capped off a transformative 2025 with record assets under management, fueled by a landmark European expansion and a burgeoning digital assets platform. The firm's strategic acquisition of Ceres Partners has also opened a new frontier in private markets, setting the stage for continued margin growth in 2026.

Jan 31, 2026

Business

The Quiet Revolution in RIA Exits: How ESOPs and 1042 Rollovers Are Redefining Succession

Facing a looming wave of retirements, independent advisory firms are increasingly turning to employee ownership and sophisticated tax strategies to secure their futures, offering an alternative to the private equity buyout.

Jan 30, 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

Beyond the Megacaps: Three Russell 2000 Stocks Poised for Growth

While market attention remains fixated on tech giants, the Russell 2000 index harbors promising, lesser-known companies. We examine three firms with distinct competitive advantages in environmental services, digital health, and private markets.

Jan 30, 2026

Business

Franklin Templeton Parent Surges Past Estimates on Strong Client Flows, AUM Hits $1.68 Trillion

Franklin Resources Inc. (NYSE: BEN) posted a robust fourth-quarter performance, with revenue soaring 38.3% year-over-year to $2.33 billion and adjusted EPS of $0.70, significantly exceeding analyst forecasts. The results were driven by positive net inflows across public and private markets.

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

WisdomTree Caps Record Year with $144.5B AUM, Outlines Aggressive 2026 Growth Strategy

WisdomTree reports record assets under management of $144.5 billion for 2025, driven by $8.5 billion in net inflows and strategic acquisitions. The firm forecasts continued margin expansion and highlights digital assets, European thematics, and private markets as key growth engines for the coming year.

Jan 30, 2026