Elon Musk's SpaceX is set to acquire his artificial intelligence startup xAI in a landmark share exchange, with investors offered 0.1433 SpaceX shares for each xAI share, according to a source familiar with the transaction. The deal underscores Musk's strategy of consolidating his tech empire amid fierce AI competition.
Gold prices staged a significant recovery on Tuesday, regaining some ground after a historic two-day sell-off. The focus now shifts to Chinese retail investors, whose appetite for bargain-hunting ahead of the Lunar New Year could be pivotal for the market's near-term direction.
Facing persistently weak natural gas prices, APA Corporation announces significant production cuts across its U.S. operations while reaffirming its commitment to a multi-billion dollar share repurchase program, signaling a strategic pivot towards capital discipline over volume growth.
Singapore Airlines (SGX:C6L) is demonstrating a disciplined approach to capital allocation, with a notable uptick in its return on capital employed (ROCE). While its current 6.3% return lags behind the broader airline industry average, the trend signals a potential turning point for the carrier as it seeks to solidify its post-pandemic recovery and build sustainable long-term value for shareholders.
Vertiv Holdings Co launches 'Next Predict,' an AI-driven managed service aimed at enhancing data center reliability and operational resilience, directly targeting the demands of modern AI workloads and liquid cooling adoption.
Johnson & Johnson's oncology portfolio gains momentum with new clinical data for prostate cancer drug Erleada and a broader FDA label for multiple myeloma therapy Darzalex Faspro, reinforcing its competitive stance in key cancer markets.
The Malaysian commercial services firm JAG Berhad (KLSE:JAG) faces questions over its capital allocation strategy, with its Return on Capital Employed (ROCE) falling to 0.4%—significantly below the industry average. While the company has increased capital investment, the corresponding returns have not materialized, raising concerns among analysts about its long-term growth trajectory.
Devon Energy and Coterra Energy have unveiled their all-stock merger, positioning the combined entity as a dominant, multi-basin U.S. shale operator. The deal promises $1 billion in annual synergies, a $5 billion-plus buyback program, and enhanced resilience in volatile markets.
IHS Holding Limited, a leading telecom tower operator in emerging markets, is seeing a dramatic reversal in its investment narrative. Long pressured by currency devaluations, the company now stands to benefit from FX tailwinds, operational improvements, and surging data demand, presenting a compelling bull case at a valuation far below peers.
Alpha Metallurgical Resources (AMR), the largest U.S. metallurgical coal producer, is drawing investor attention not for explosive growth, but for a fortress balance sheet and a disciplined capital return strategy that insulates it from industry downturns.
Entravision Communications (EVC) is drawing investor attention following a strong quarterly performance, with its digital advertising revenue more than doubling year-over-year. Analysts point to the company's strategic pivot and the upcoming election cycle as key catalysts for growth.
As the AI infrastructure race intensifies, a critical bottleneck is emerging: memory. With demand for high-bandwidth memory (HBM) skyrocketing, Micron Technology finds itself at the center of a new investment thesis, drawing comparisons to the early days of Nvidia's AI-driven ascent.
Premier Investments (ASX:PMV) faces investor scrutiny as its return on capital employed (ROCE) remains stagnant while its capital base shrinks, raising questions about its long-term compounding potential.
A North Carolina mother, mourning the loss of her daughter and the young woman's boyfriend in a head-on collision, speaks out against what she perceives as a culture of irresponsibility glorified in award shows and a justice system that failed to prevent a preventable tragedy.
Ziff Davis (ZD) shares are attracting value investors with a seemingly cheap valuation and potential asset sales. However, underlying concerns about revenue quality, customer churn, and existential threats from AI-driven search shifts paint a more complex picture for the digital media conglomerate.
AerCap Holdings N.V., the world's largest aircraft lessor, is drawing renewed attention from value investors. Despite geopolitical headwinds and a cyclical reputation, its robust cash flows, industry dominance, and compelling valuation present a strong case for a rerating, as global travel demand outpaces constrained aircraft supply.
Despite a recent stock dip, Brookfield Asset Management (BAM) is drawing investor attention for its aggressive growth strategy and operational moat. We analyze the bull case, weighing its fee-earnings trajectory against a premium valuation and macroeconomic headwinds.
Amidst a strategic merger with New Gold and a multi-year production expansion plan, Coeur Mining emerges as a compelling North American precious metals play. Analysts point to a significant gap between its current market valuation and underlying fundamentals.
The Malaysian retail distributor has posted improving returns on capital employed, signaling a potential operational turnaround despite a steep five-year share price decline and industry-lagging profitability.
The company's 713,502 BTC hoard, now valued at its average purchase price, has transformed from a corporate treasury strategy into a critical technical level that could dictate broader market movements.
