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Imperial Oil Caps 2025 with Record Cash Flow and Major Dividend Hike, Weathers Operational Headwinds

Imperial Oil Ltd. reported robust fourth-quarter results, generating nearly $1.4 billion in free cash flow and announcing its largest-ever nominal dividend increase. Despite weather disruptions at its Kearl oil sands operation, the company highlighted record annual production and a disciplined capital return strategy that saw $4.6 billion returned to shareholders in 2025.

Jan 31, 2026

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ExxonMobil Charts Post-Transformation Course, Touts Record Returns and Tech-Driven Growth

ExxonMobil's 2025 year-end results underscore a reshaped corporate strategy, delivering record shareholder returns and production milestones in Guyana and the Permian, while advancing carbon capture and enterprise digitalization.

Jan 31, 2026

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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

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Stifel Financial Caps Record Year With Dividend Boost and Stock Split

Buoyed by all-time high revenue, Stifel Financial announces a dividend increase and a 3-for-2 stock split, signaling confidence after a period of robust advisor growth and institutional business recovery.

Jan 31, 2026

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Standex International Posts Record Orders as Strategic Shift Fuels Growth

Standex International's fiscal Q2 results showcase robust organic growth and record order intake, driven by a multi-year strategic pivot towards new product innovation and high-growth markets like grid infrastructure and defense.

Jan 31, 2026

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Toyota's Record Sales and Stock Surge: Is the World's Top Automaker Still a Buy?

Toyota Motor posts record annual sales of 10.5 million vehicles, solidifying its global leadership. As its shares show strong long-term gains, investors are weighing future growth potential against tariff pressures and valuation concerns.

Jan 30, 2026

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CSW Industrials Posts Record Sales Amid Acquisition Spree, But Costs Weigh on Profits

CSW Industrials reports historic revenue following three strategic acquisitions, including its largest ever. However, integration costs and rising interest expenses pressure margins, leading the firm to miss earnings expectations as its stock faces recent headwinds.

Jan 30, 2026

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Reclaims Global's Meteoric Rise: How a Singaporean Reclamation Specialist Delivered 401% Total Return

Shares of Catalist-listed Reclaims Global Limited (NEX) have surged 340% over three years, driven by robust earnings growth and strategic positioning. This analysis delves beyond the share price to examine the fundamentals and market sentiment fueling this remarkable run.

Jan 30, 2026

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Powerwell Holdings Sees Analyst Optimism: Upgraded Forecasts Signal Brighter Outlook

Analysts have significantly upgraded revenue and earnings forecasts for Powerwell Holdings Berhad (KLSE:PWRWELL), leading to a sharp rise in the price target. However, the projected growth rate still lags behind broader industry expectations.

Jan 30, 2026

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Apple Rises on Record iPhone Sales, But Investors Eye Supply Chain and AI Roadmap

Apple shares edged higher following a robust Q1 earnings report headlined by record iPhone revenue, yet the muted gains reflect Wall Street's growing focus on looming supply constraints and the company's strategic pivot to artificial intelligence.

Jan 30, 2026

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L3Harris Secures Key Navy Contract to Develop Red Wolf Precision-Strike System for Marine Corps

Defense contractor L3Harris Technologies has been awarded a U.S. Navy contract to advance the Marine Corps' precision-strike capabilities with its long-range Red Wolf missile system, designed to counter maritime threats in the Pacific.

Jan 30, 2026

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Chevron Caps 'Year of Execution' with Record Output, Dividend Hike, and Strategic Gains

Chevron reported robust fourth-quarter results, emphasizing record global production, major project startups, and increased shareholder returns. Executives detailed progress in the Permian Basin, Gulf of Mexico, and international ventures while outlining a confident outlook for 2026.

Jan 30, 2026

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Carpenter Technology Shares Slump Despite Upbeat Forecast, Raising Questions on Aerospace Reliance

Specialty metals maker Carpenter Technology posted record Q2 sales and raised its full-year operating income outlook, yet its stock fell sharply. The divergence highlights investor concerns over valuation and the company's heavy dependence on the aerospace cycle, even as demand in the sector remains robust.

Jan 30, 2026

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Eastman Chemical Navigates Earnings Slump with Deep Cuts and Bet on Advanced Recycling

Facing its weakest annual profit in years, Eastman Chemical is doubling down on cost reductions while banking on its molecular recycling technology to fuel a turnaround by 2026, despite a challenging global economic climate.

Jan 30, 2026

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Brookfield Renewable Posts Record Year, Sees 'Structural Shift' in Power Markets Fueled by AI and Electrification

Brookfield Renewable (BEPC) reported robust 2025 financial results, deploying a record $8.9 billion in capital. CEO Conor Teskey outlined a pivotal market transition, driven by surging electricity demand from data centers and industrial activity, positioning the company's diversified portfolio of hydro, wind, solar, and storage for accelerated growth.

Jan 30, 2026

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Brookfield Renewable Posts Record Year, Sees 'Material Shift' in Global Power Markets

Brookfield Renewable Partners (BEP) reported robust 2025 financial results, highlighted by record deployment and a strategic pivot to capitalize on surging global electricity demand driven by AI and reindustrialization.

Jan 30, 2026

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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

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High Tide Caps Record Year with Strong Q4, Eyes German Expansion and U.S. Ambitions

High Tide Inc. reported record quarterly revenue and profitability in its fiscal Q4 2025, fueled by robust Canadian retail growth. The company outlined aggressive store expansion plans and detailed integration efforts for its new German medical cannabis asset, while also signaling cautious optimism regarding potential U.S. market entry.

Jan 30, 2026

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False Merger Rumors Spark Industry Debate Over Aggressive Recruiting Tactics

A baseless rumor about a potential Osaic-Cetera merger, which spread rapidly through advisor networks, has highlighted the intense pressures and sometimes questionable tactics in today's financial advisor recruiting landscape.

Jan 30, 2026

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Texas Energy Jobs Bounce Back in December, Fueling State's Record Employment Surge

After a November dip, Texas's upstream oil and gas sector added 2,000 jobs in December, contributing to the state's record-breaking employment figures and underscoring the industry's pivotal role in the Texan economy and tax base.

Jan 30, 2026