Caterpillar Inc. (CAT) reported stronger-than-expected fourth-quarter results, driven largely by surging demand for power generation equipment from the artificial intelligence data center sector, offsetting softer performance in its traditional construction and mining divisions.
Barclays reaffirms its Overweight rating on Meta Platforms, raising its price target to $800, citing robust Q4 recovery and surging ad revenue. The upgrade follows CEO Mark Zuckerberg's announcement of a massive $115B-$135B AI infrastructure investment plan for 2026.
Publicly-listed digital asset firm BitMine Immersion Technologies now holds over $10.7 billion in assets, with its massive Ethereum treasury positioning it to capture an estimated $374 million in annual staking rewards as it marches toward a controversial 5% supply goal.
In a landmark deal set to reshape the U.S. energy landscape, Devon Energy and Coterra Energy have agreed to merge, creating a dominant, capital-efficient shale producer with an enterprise value of approximately $58 billion.
While the Schwab U.S. Dividend Equity ETF (SCHD) remains a cornerstone for income investors, a new analysis highlights several compelling alternatives that address its potential gaps in sector exposure, yield, and international diversification.
Oracle plans a massive $45-50 billion capital raise to expand its cloud infrastructure for AI, backed by a record $523 billion order backlog. While securing its future in the AI race, the aggressive move exposes the tech giant to significant execution and financial risks as cash flow turns negative.
A Milton, Massachusetts man's attempt to clear roof ice with a blowtorch during a severe winter storm sparked a fast-moving attic fire, prompting warnings from officials about the dangers of DIY ice removal.
JPMorgan Chase, Bank of America, and Wells Fargo announce plans to match a $1,000 government deposit into retirement accounts for children of eligible employees, part of a new national savings initiative.
Taiwan Semiconductor Manufacturing Co. (TSMC) has unveiled an aggressive capital expenditure plan for 2026, signaling robust confidence in sustained demand driven by artificial intelligence and high-performance computing, which has spurred a significant rally in its shares and upward revisions from analysts.
The Walt Disney Company surpassed Wall Street's revenue and earnings expectations for its fiscal first quarter, powered by strength in its streaming services and theme parks. The media giant reaffirmed its full-year forecast for double-digit profit growth, signaling confidence in its ongoing strategic transformation.
Buoyed by robust demand for its premium iPhone 17 Pro models, Apple is projected to report its highest quarterly iPhone sales increase in over four years. Analysts spotlight a pivotal AI deal with Google's Gemini as a key future growth lever, even as the tech giant navigates supply chain cost pressures.
NVIDIA's CEO Jensen Huang indicates that Chinese regulatory approval for the sale of its flagship H200 AI chip is still pending, amid high demand from major tech firms and ongoing U.S.-China tech tensions.
Investment firm Curreen Capital posted a 30.97% annual return for 2025, crediting its focus on undervalued, well-managed companies. The firm's latest investor letter highlights home service provider Frontdoor (FTDR) as a key holding, despite it not being among the most popular hedge fund picks.
While Automatic Data Processing (NASDAQ:ADP) has delivered solid earnings growth over five years, its share price appreciation has notably lagged the broader market. A deeper look reveals dividends have bolstered total returns, but recent underperformance highlights investor caution toward the payroll giant.
Iconic bootmaker Dr. Martens has seen its market value erode by over £80 million, with shares falling 87% over five years. The prolonged decline raises questions about the brand's strategy in a shifting retail landscape.
Amid market volatility, five established companies with long histories of dividend payments—known as 'Dividend Kings'—have reported better-than-expected fourth-quarter results, offering retirees potential sources of reliable passive income.
As Bitcoin and major altcoins extend losses, the native token of decentralized exchange Hyperliquid has surged over 40% in a week, with its novel permissionless markets hitting record volumes, prompting some to label it a rare 'defensive' crypto asset.
The investment giant Vanguard has cut management fees on 53 of its mutual funds and ETFs, a move projected to save investors nearly $250 million in 2026 and marking the latest salvo in an industry-wide race to lower costs for everyday savers.
Investment firm Curreen Capital, known for targeting undervalued 'ugly duckling' companies, highlighted contract research organization Fortrea Holdings as a prime example of its strategy in its latest investor letter. The firm reported a 30.97% return for 2025.
Despite navigating a major venue overhaul, the Atlanta Shoe Market reports a 7% surge in pre-registrations, with brands and buyers adapting to a reimagined show floor that may boost visibility for some exhibitors.
