The military leadership in Guinea-Bissau has freed a key opposition figure and pledged to form an inclusive government, in moves widely seen as an effort to appease regional bloc ECOWAS following November's coup.
Honda Motor posted a 4.3% year-on-year increase in global vehicle production for December 2025, recovering from a steep November slump. However, the automaker's full-year 2025 output fell nearly 9%, highlighting uneven regional performance with North America rebounding sharply while Asia, particularly China, saw significant declines.
Iran's Supreme Leader Ali Khamenei has issued a stark warning that any U.S. military action against Tehran would escalate into a regional war, accusing Washington of coveting Iran's energy resources. The warning comes amid heightened tensions and internal unrest following deadly protests.
The U.S. State Department has approved significant new arms packages valued at $6.67 billion for Israel and $9 billion for Saudi Arabia. The announcements come as regional tensions flare and the administration pursues a Gaza ceasefire plan.
In a market fixated on tech giants, savvy investors are looking to regional financial institutions for sustainable growth. We analyze two banks with strong momentum and one where caution may be warranted, against a backdrop of shifting interest rates and economic uncertainty.
Iran's foreign minister has unequivocally declared the nation's missile and defense capabilities non-negotiable, even as diplomatic efforts intensify to prevent a military escalation with the United States. The statement comes amid a complex backdrop of regional mediation and internal unrest.
The new year brings a fresh wave of airline failures as Ecojet, a UK-based startup aiming to be the world's first zero-emission carrier, enters voluntary liquidation. Its collapse follows recent shutdowns in the Philippines and India, highlighting persistent turbulence in the regional aviation sector.
January saw three apartment loans transferred to special servicing, revealing distinct challenges in Colorado and Houston markets despite strong national trends.
Chinese courts have executed four individuals convicted of running a multi-billion dollar scam and gambling network from Myanmar, responsible for multiple deaths. The move signals Beijing's escalating pressure on Southeast Asia's industrial-scale cybercrime hubs.
Iranian officials confirm active review of diplomatic channels with Washington, signaling potential de-escalation as military posturing continues in the Gulf region.
Iran's Supreme Leader issues his most direct threat yet amid heightened U.S. military presence and stalled diplomacy, while internal crackdown death toll estimates soar.
The banking sector has surged 12.5% in six months, outpacing the broader market. Yet, beneath the headline gains, selectivity is key. We analyze one bank with a unique value proposition poised for sustainable growth and flag two others where the risk-reward appears less compelling for investors.
The Islamic State group has claimed a coordinated attack on a key airbase near Niamey's international airport, amid escalating tensions after Niger's junta leader pointed fingers at France, Benin, and Ivory Coast.
Cavco Industries reports robust fiscal Q2 2026 earnings, with revenue up 9.7% year-over-year, driven by double-digit shipment growth in Northern U.S. markets. The company successfully managed a slowdown in the Southeast through operational adjustments and highlighted a significant turnaround in its financial services segment.
In a strategic overhaul, International Paper announced plans to separate into two independent, publicly traded companies focused on North America and EMEA markets, marking the next phase of its multi-year transformation.
A U.S. Navy destroyer has docked at Israel's southern port of Eilat, a move reported by Israeli media as U.S.-Iranian tensions simmer. While officials describe the deployment as routine, it coincides with a significant American military buildup in the region.
Procter & Gamble is providing essential services to Mississippi communities recovering from a severe winter storm while concurrently launching a regionally focused Super Bowl advertising campaign for its Zevo and Spruce brands, blending corporate social responsibility with strategic marketing.
Pioneer Bancorp reported a 33% surge in net income to $20.3 million for 2025, driven by loan growth and a new initiative to trade municipal bonds, as the regional bank expands its revenue streams.
The United States is conducting multi-day air force exercises in the Middle East, showcasing rapid deployment capabilities, as former President Donald Trump renews threats of military action against Iran unless it returns to nuclear negotiations. The drills occur against a backdrop of heightened rhetoric and regional unease.
Columbia Financial (NASDAQ: CLBK) has announced a definitive agreement to merge with Northfield Bancorp in an all-stock transaction valued at approximately $597 million. The deal, slated to close in early Q3 2026, coincides with Columbia's planned "second-step" conversion to a fully public company, a move executives say will unlock value and create a leading regional bank in the New Jersey-New York metro area.
