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Chevron Outperforms Q4 Profit Forecasts Amid Cost-Cutting Drive, Eyes Expansion in Venezuela

Chevron Corp. reported a drop in fourth-quarter earnings that nonetheless beat analyst expectations, as the oil giant emphasized operational efficiency to navigate lower crude prices. The company, the sole U.S. producer active in Venezuela, signaled it is assessing further investment opportunities in the country following recent geopolitical shifts.

Jan 30, 2026

Business

Oscar Health Faces Headwinds as CMS Proposes Tighter Medicare Advantage Rules

The Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) has unveiled a proposed payment update for Medicare Advantage plans that falls below industry expectations, coupled with stricter risk-adjustment regulations. This dual challenge pressures insurers like Oscar Health (NYSE: OSCR), whose tech-driven model is now under the microscope as profitability margins face a squeeze.

Jan 30, 2026

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Marsh Caps 2025 with Strong Q4, Unveils Brand Restructuring as Profits Climb

Marsh & McLennan's insurance brokerage giant Marsh reported a 4.2% rise in Q4 net income to $821 million, capping a year of robust growth and strategic brand realignment under the new 'Marsh Risk' banner.

Jan 30, 2026

Business

Peloton's Path to Profitability: All Eyes on Cost Control as Earnings Loom

As Peloton Interactive prepares to report its Q2 fiscal 2026 results, investors are scrutinizing whether the fitness company's aggressive cost-cutting can finally fuel a sustainable turnaround, despite shares languishing 96% below their peak.

Jan 30, 2026

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Microsoft's AI Bet Pays Off: Q2 Profits Soar 60% to $38.5 Billion as Cloud Demand Accelerates

Microsoft's second-quarter earnings smashed expectations, fueled by a 26% surge in cloud revenue that crossed the $50 billion mark for the first time. The tech giant's aggressive AI investments are now driving significant growth across its enterprise stack.

Jan 30, 2026

Business

MTY Food Group's Dividend Boost and Valuation Puzzle: A Deep Dive for Investors

MTY Food Group's recent 12% dividend hike and recognition as a top pick have reignited investor interest. However, a closer look reveals a complex valuation story, with a premium P/E ratio contrasting sharply with discounted cash flow models and recent profit margin pressures.

Jan 30, 2026

Business

Meritage Homes Navigates 'Softer' Housing Market, Prioritizes Margins Over Volume

Meritage Homes concluded a challenging 2025, citing affordability pressures and waning buyer confidence. While maintaining a cautious stance on incentives, the homebuilder is expanding its community footprint and boosting shareholder returns, betting on long-term demographic demand.

Jan 30, 2026

Business

Olin Shuts Brazil Epoxy Plant in Strategic Overhaul, Eyes 2026 for Unit's Return to Profit

Olin Corporation is closing its Guarujá epoxy facility as part of a broader cost-cutting initiative, responding to soft chlorine demand and operational headwinds. The company pins a turnaround for its Epoxy segment on 2026, while its Winchester ammunition unit raises prices to counter inflation.

Jan 30, 2026

Business

technotrans (ETR:TTR1) Shows Steady Growth, Balanced Leadership Amid Market's 'Story Stock' Frenzy

While flashy, unprofitable tech stocks often dominate headlines, German thermal management specialist technotrans demonstrates that disciplined earnings growth and reasonable executive compensation can build a more sustainable investment case, as its EPS and margins climb.

Jan 30, 2026

Business

MarineMax Navigates Choppy Waters: Q1 Revenue Rises Amid Industry-Wide Margin Squeeze

Despite posting year-over-year revenue growth, MarineMax's first-quarter earnings reveal the persistent headwinds buffeting the recreational boating industry, from aggressive promotions to cautious consumers. Management points to early spring signals and a fortified balance sheet as reasons for cautious optimism.

Jan 30, 2026

Business

Las Vegas Sands Shares Plunge 14% as Macau's Profit Engine Slows

Despite beating earnings estimates, the casino giant's heavy reliance on Macau exposes investor anxieties over long-term regulatory pressures and shifting gambling dynamics in the key Asian market.

Jan 30, 2026

Business

Disney Shares Tumble as Streaming Pivot Weighs on Profits

Disney's stock fell sharply Monday, reflecting investor unease over the financial toll of its transition from traditional cable to direct-to-consumer streaming, despite overall revenue growth.

Feb 2, 2026

Business

Prosecutors Sound Alarm: New Stablecoin Law May Leave Fraud Victims Unpaid as Issuers Profit

A coalition of New York prosecutors warns that the landmark GENIUS Act, celebrated as a regulatory breakthrough for stablecoins, lacks critical consumer protections, potentially allowing issuers to financially benefit from frozen or disputed funds while victims struggle for restitution.

Feb 2, 2026

Business

Disney's Q1 Earnings: Streaming Surges, Parks Shine, But Investor Enthusiasm Remains Muted

The Walt Disney Company's latest quarterly results surpassed Wall Street's modest expectations, yet its stock failed to rally. While its Experiences division continues to be a profit powerhouse and streaming turns a corner, broader challenges and a shrinking 'beat' margin leave investors watching for a catalyst.

Feb 2, 2026

Business

Disney Sports Unit Loses $110 Million in Profits Following YouTube TV Blackout

A two-week carriage dispute between Disney and YouTube TV last November resulted in a significant financial blow to Disney's sports division, highlighting the ongoing tensions in the streaming and traditional cable landscape.

Feb 2, 2026

Business

TJX Companies Sees Surging Profitability as Capital Efficiency Hits New Highs

The off-price retail giant TJX Companies is demonstrating remarkable capital efficiency, with its return on capital employed (ROCE) soaring to 31%—far outpacing industry averages—even without significant increases in capital investment over the past five years.

Feb 2, 2026

Business

Enterprise Financial Beats Q4 Estimates on Margin Strength, Deposit Growth

Enterprise Financial Services Corp. (EFSC) reported fourth-quarter revenue that surpassed analyst forecasts, driven by net interest income expansion and robust deposit growth. The regional bank's results were bolstered by recent branch acquisitions and disciplined pricing, though investors are now watching how it navigates potential rate cuts and credit quality.

Feb 2, 2026

Business

Travere Therapeutics Under Investigation: Legal Scrutiny Clouds Biotech's Path to Profitability

Travere Therapeutics faces a securities fraud investigation by Robbins Geller Rudman & Dowd LLP, raising questions about the accuracy of its past disclosures. The probe casts a shadow over the company's critical transition, as it banks on its kidney drug FILSPARI to drive growth amid mounting legal and commercial pressures.

Feb 2, 2026

Business

Behind Oriental Interest's Strong Profits: Share Dilution Clouds Investor Returns

While Oriental Interest Berhad (KLSE:OIB) posted impressive headline earnings, a deeper look reveals significant share dilution is eroding per-share value and may explain the stock's muted market reaction.

Feb 2, 2026

Business

Altria Bets on Export Tax Rebate to Boost Profits Amid Industry Decline

Altria Group expects improved second-half earnings by leveraging a U.S. tobacco tax rebate tied to increased exports, as the Marlboro maker seeks new avenues for growth in a shrinking cigarette market.

Jan 30, 2026