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Historic Tunisian Village of Sidi Bou Said Faces Existential Threat Following Catastrophic Floods

The iconic blue-and-white village of Sidi Bou Said, a jewel of Tunisia's cultural heritage, is grappling with severe landslide risks after unprecedented rainfall. Experts warn that urgent conservation measures are needed to prevent irreversible damage to its historic slopes, as climate change and urban pressure compound the crisis.

Jan 30, 2026

Business

Trump's Tariff Threat Sends Bombardier Shares Tumbling, Rattles Aviation Sector

Shares in Canadian aerospace giant Bombardier plunged 9% following former U.S. President Donald Trump's threat to impose 50% tariffs and decertify its aircraft, escalating trade tensions and sparking alarm across the North American aviation industry.

Jan 30, 2026

Business

Aon Caps Off Strategic Three-Year Plan with Strong 2025, Eyes Data Center Boom and $7B War Chest for Growth

The global professional services firm reported 6% organic revenue growth for the second consecutive year, fueled by its Aon United strategy and strategic acquisitions like NFP. With $7 billion in available capital, Aon is poised to accelerate investments in high-growth areas, notably the burgeoning data center and alternative capital markets.

Jan 30, 2026

Business

Truist Stands By DLocal With Price Target Hike, Eyes Strong Q4 Amid Tough Comparisons

Analysts at Truist reaffirm their Buy rating on DLocal (DLO), raising their price target to $17 ahead of the fintech firm's Q4 2025 earnings. While expecting solid results, they flag challenging year-over-year volume comparisons that may cap upside surprises.

Jan 30, 2026

Business

Jones Trading Upgrades ARMOUR Residential REIT to Buy, Sees Value Gap Versus Peers

ARMOUR Residential REIT (ARR) received a bullish upgrade from Jones Trading, which moved the stock to Buy with a $20.50 target, citing a discounted valuation and expected book value growth compared to agency mortgage REIT rivals.

Jan 30, 2026

Business

UBS Backs Rithm Capital with Buy Rating, Sees Strategic Growth in $16 Billion Acquisition Spree

UBS initiates coverage on Rithm Capital with a Buy rating and a $16 price target, highlighting the REIT's aggressive acquisition strategy—including the purchases of Paramount Group and Crestline—as a key driver for expanding its asset management footprint and unlocking shareholder value.

Jan 30, 2026

Business

Innodata Secures Key U.S. Missile Defense Agency Contract, Bolstering AI and Data Services Portfolio

Innodata Inc. (NASDAQ: INOD), a data engineering and AI services firm, has been awarded a place on a critical U.S. Missile Defense Agency contract vehicle, positioning it for future task orders in defense technology development and fueling analyst optimism for its 2026 growth trajectory.

Jan 30, 2026

Business

C.H. Robinson Gets Price Target Boost to $194 as TD Cowen Cites Resilient Q4 Performance

Analysts at TD Cowen have increased their price target on logistics giant C.H. Robinson to $194, citing better-than-expected fourth-quarter results and margin resilience in a tough spot market, while maintaining a Hold rating.

Jan 30, 2026

Business

TD Cowen Boosts GE Vernova Target to $780, Citing Strong Orders and Pricing Momentum

Analysts at TD Cowen have significantly raised their price target for GE Vernova (GEV) to $780, maintaining a Buy rating after the company's robust Q4 performance exceeded expectations on orders and pricing power.

Jan 30, 2026

Business

SEALSQ Bolsters French Tech Presence with 200-Strong Team Across Three Key Hubs

Semiconductor security firm SEALSQ deepens its investment in France, now employing around 200 specialists across its Toulouse, Aix-en-Provence, and Grenoble offices, positioning the country as a core R&D center for its post-quantum cryptography and secure chip technologies.

Jan 30, 2026

Business

Eaton's Stock Surge: Is the Powerhouse Still Undervalued After a 10% Monthly Rally?

Eaton Corporation's shares have surged approximately 10% over the past month, reigniting the debate on its true valuation. While some models point to significant upside, a discounted cash flow analysis suggests caution, highlighting the divergent narratives investors must navigate.

Jan 30, 2026

Business

Salesforce Secures Major Army AI Contract, Launches Wildfire Tech Venture in Strategic Pivot

Salesforce expands beyond its CRM roots with a landmark $5.6 billion U.S. Army deal and a new joint venture, EMBERPOINT LLC, aiming to apply its AI and cloud platforms to national defense and wildfire response, signaling a major shift into mission-critical public sector infrastructure.

Jan 30, 2026

Business

Western Digital Rides AI Data Surge to Record Quarter, Forecasts Strong Growth Ahead

Fueled by insatiable demand for high-capacity storage from hyperscalers and the AI inference boom, Western Digital posts a 25% revenue jump and raises guidance, signaling a structural shift in the data economy.

Jan 30, 2026

Business

Thomson Reuters Doubles Down on AI as CIBC Maintains Bullish Stance Despite Price Target Trim

CIBC reaffirms its Outperform rating on Thomson Reuters (TRI) as the information giant accelerates its strategic push into AI-driven compliance and legal tools, launching new products in the US and UK markets.

Jan 30, 2026

Business

Datadog Signals Preference for Organic Growth, Downplays Major Acquisition Ambitions

Analysts at Bernstein reaffirm an Outperform rating for Datadog, noting the company's strategic focus appears to be on internal development and smaller tech tuck-ins rather than pursuing large-scale deals like a potential GitLab acquisition.

Jan 30, 2026

World

Internal Rifts and Emigration Threaten Israel's Long-Term Stability, Analysts Warn

A combination of deep political polarization, economic pressures, and a growing brain drain is challenging Israel's viability as a secure and prosperous state, according to experts within and outside the country.

Jan 30, 2026

World

Islamic State Claims Responsibility for Coordinated Assault on Niamey Airport

The Islamic State group has claimed a surprise attack on the international airport in Niger's capital, Niamey, causing material damage and wounding soldiers, according to a monitoring group. The assault marks the latest in a series of high-profile strikes by the jihadist network in the Sahel nation.

Jan 30, 2026

Business

Mizuho Backs Intuit, Dismisses AI Tax Filing Fears as Market Overreaction

Mizuho Securities reaffirms its bullish stance on Intuit (INTU) with an $875 price target, arguing that recent investor anxiety over AI's potential to disrupt the tax preparation industry is exaggerated, citing the company's strategic integrations and expanding physical retail footprint.

Jan 30, 2026

Business

Wells Fargo Raises Broadcom Target to $430, Citing AI Surge and Software Strength

Wells Fargo has upgraded Broadcom (AVGO) to Overweight and increased its price target to $430, pointing to the chipmaker's significant AI revenue trajectory and a robust software pipeline as key growth drivers through 2027.

Jan 30, 2026

Business

Adamas Trust Gains Analyst Backing as Strategic Shift to Agency RMBS Fuels Optimism

B. Riley initiates coverage of Adamas Trust (ADAM) with a Buy rating and a $9 price target, citing the REIT's strategic portfolio pivot towards higher-quality Agency RMBS as a key driver for potential revaluation.

Jan 30, 2026