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SunPower Installs First REC Monolith Panels in Silicon Valley, Signaling Strong Demand for Premium Solar Tech

SunPower has completed its inaugural installation of high-efficiency Monolith solar panels from REC Silicon in California's Santa Cruz, with local installer Cobalt Power Systems reporting immediate sell-out of initial inventory. The move comes amid surging demand from tech-savvy homeowners and follows SunPower's recent quarterly revenue growth.

Jan 30, 2026

Business

Morgan Stanley Downgrades Gogo Outlook as 5G Rollout Meets Industry Uncertainty

Analysts remain divided on Gogo Inc.'s trajectory as the in-flight connectivity provider navigates its 5G network launch against a backdrop of strategic shifts and evolving satellite technology debates.

Jan 30, 2026

Business

Maxim Group Reiterates Bullish Stance on Strive (ASST), Sees 50% Upside to $1.50 Target

Investment firm Maxim Group reaffirms its Buy rating and $1.50 price target for Strive Inc., following the company's transformative acquisition of Semler Scientific, which positions it as a major corporate Bitcoin holder and expands its healthcare tech footprint.

Jan 30, 2026

Business

Sweetgreen Shares Slump Amid Growth Stock Sell-Off, Goldman Sachs Maintains Sell Rating

The fast-casual salad chain's stock fell sharply this week, pressured by a broader retreat in growth stocks and a reiterated sell call from Goldman Sachs, despite positive signals from the broader restaurant sector.

Jan 30, 2026

Business

Michigan Demands $23.7 Million Back from Chinese Battery Maker Gotion After Scrapped Plant Deal

Michigan's Attorney General has formally demanded the return of state funds from Gotion Inc., a Chinese battery manufacturer, following the collapse of its planned $2.4 billion facility. The move highlights growing tensions over foreign investment in U.S. strategic industries.

Jan 30, 2026

Business

Fiserv's Plunge: A Value Trap or a Turnaround Bet for 2026?

Once a fintech stalwart, Fiserv shares have cratered 70% in a year. As its 'One Fiserv' restructuring plan kicks in, investors are grappling with whether the beaten-down stock is a bargain or a warning sign.

Jan 30, 2026

World

FTC Warns Major Law Firms Over Diversity Hiring Practices, Citing Antitrust Concerns

The U.S. Federal Trade Commission has issued warnings to 42 prominent law firms, suggesting their diversity, equity, and inclusion hiring initiatives could violate antitrust laws by potentially restricting competition for talent.

Jan 30, 2026

Business

Standex Posts Record Margins, Outlines Expansion Plans Amid Tariff Headwinds

Standex International reports consecutive quarters of record profitability, driven by strategic acquisitions and growth in electrical grid and aerospace markets, while navigating global trade uncertainties.

Jan 30, 2026

Business

Cocoa Futures Bounce from Multi-Year Lows as Oversold Market Triggers Short Covering

Cocoa prices staged a modest technical rebound on Friday, halting a month-long slide that had pushed contracts to their lowest levels in over two years. The move higher, driven by short-covering in an oversold market, comes amid a complex backdrop of abundant near-term supplies, weakening demand, and a tightening longer-term outlook.

Jan 30, 2026

Business

Darling Ingredients' Rally Raises Eyebrows: Analysts Flag Concerns, Suggest Alternative Play

Despite a 39% surge in six months, Darling Ingredients faces scrutiny over its long-term sales decline, margin pressures, and falling profitability. Analysts point investors toward more resilient sectors.

Jan 30, 2026

World

Florida Couple Files Lawsuit After IVF Mix-Up Results in Birth of Genetically Unrelated Child

A Florida couple is suing their fertility clinic after discovering the baby girl born via IVF is not genetically related to them, sparking a complex legal and ethical battle over parentage and clinic accountability.

Jan 30, 2026

World

Trump's 'Madman' Diplomacy Tests Iran's Limits as Middle East Braces for Escalation

President Trump's revival of Nixon-era 'madman theory' tactics—mixing calibrated military strikes with extreme threats—aims to force Iranian concessions without full-scale war. But as Tehran perceives an existential threat, analysts warn the high-stakes gamble risks a catastrophic miscalculation.

Jan 30, 2026

Business

Standex Bolsters Grid Tech Portfolio with $462M Amran/Narayan Acquisition Amid Record Margins

Standex International reported resilient Q1 2025 earnings with record gross margins above 40%, while announcing a transformative $462 million acquisition of Amran/Narayan Group, a leader in instrument transformers, aiming to double its exposure to fast-growing electrical infrastructure markets.

Jan 30, 2026

Business

Haemonetics Gains Analyst Backing After Strategic Vivasure Buyout

Haemonetics (NYSE:HAE) sees its price target raised by Barrington Research following its acquisition of Vivasure Medical, with analysts highlighting the deal's potential to bolster its medical device portfolio and drive growth.

Jan 30, 2026

Business

OneSeven Bolsters Leadership Amid Rapid Growth, Nears $9 Billion in Assets

The Cleveland-based RIA platform has appointed three senior executives as its assets under management soar, positioning the firm for its ambitious target of $20 billion by 2027.

Jan 30, 2026

Business

Buffett's Enduring Wisdom: Why Owning a Slice of Excellence Beats All of Mediocrity

Three decades on, Warren Buffett's 1994 shareholder letter, featuring his iconic 'Hope Diamond' analogy, continues to offer a masterclass in capital allocation, challenging the modern obsession with control and highlighting the power of partial ownership in exceptional businesses.

Jan 30, 2026

Business

Oshkosh Navigates Tariff Headwinds and Mixed Demand to Set 2026 Course

Oshkosh Corporation topped revenue expectations in its latest quarter, but profit fell short as tariffs and cost pressures squeezed margins. The specialty vehicle maker's 2026 outlook balances targeted growth in some segments against persistent challenges in construction markets.

Jan 30, 2026

Business

Three Mid-Cap Stocks Under the Microscope: Growth Potential Meets Mounting Risks

Mid-cap companies offer a compelling blend of established operations and growth runway, but they navigate a perilous landscape between industry titans and agile disruptors. We examine three stocks where investor optimism may be overlooking critical challenges.

Jan 30, 2026

Business

Navigating the Giants: One Large-Cap Stock with Room to Run, and Two Facing Headwinds

While large-cap stocks offer stability, their massive scale often limits growth. We analyze three market leaders, identifying one with compelling potential and two where the current story may be fully priced in.

Jan 30, 2026

Business

Three Small-Cap Stocks That Give Investors Pause: A Closer Look at the Risks

While small-cap stocks can offer unique growth opportunities away from Wall Street's spotlight, their inherent risks demand careful scrutiny. We examine three companies where valuation concerns and competitive pressures suggest caution may be warranted.

Jan 30, 2026