A new interline agreement between JetBlue and regional carrier Contour Airlines, effective immediately, will allow seamless bookings and baggage transfers on connecting flights, significantly expanding travel options for passengers in underserved markets.
As the fourth-quarter earnings season concludes, a mixed picture emerges for regional lenders. While many surpassed revenue expectations, underlying challenges from fintech competition to commercial real estate exposure persist. We analyze the results of Westamerica Bancorporation and its peers.
In a volatile market, companies with high insider ownership often signal strong alignment between management and shareholders. We examine three Asian growth firms where insiders hold over 30% of the equity.
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.
National average gasoline prices showed minimal movement in the week ending February 2, 2026, hovering near $2.88 per gallon. However, the gap between the most and least expensive markets exceeds $2.65, highlighting ongoing regional volatility despite overall price stability.
A detailed valuation analysis suggests Huntington Bancshares (HBAN) shares could be trading at nearly a 50% discount to their intrinsic value, despite the stock's modest performance over the past year. The findings come as investors scrutinize the resilience of U.S. regional lenders.
Shares of First Mid Bancshares (FMBH) have surged approximately 17% over the past three months, prompting investors to scrutinize whether the regional lender's current valuation still offers value amidst its strong fundamentals and a potentially shifting interest rate landscape.
A 65-year-old Thai tourist was killed by a bull elephant with a known history of aggression in Khao Yai National Park, marking the animal's third human fatality and prompting urgent discussions on wildlife management strategies.
Capital Management Corp has partially cashed in on InterDigital's stellar year, selling a portion of its holdings in the wireless tech licensor. The move is seen as prudent portfolio rebalancing rather than a loss of faith in the company's 5G and AI-driven growth story.
United Airlines has equipped the majority of its regional aircraft with SpaceX's Starlink satellite internet, marking a significant step in its plan to offer high-speed connectivity across its entire operation.
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.
PGIM India Asset Management, the underperforming local arm of the U.S. financial giant, has drawn acquisition interest from domestic rivals Groww and Edelweiss as its parent considers an exit from the competitive market.
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.
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.
A significant purchase of the Invesco BulletShares 2027 Corporate Bond ETF by BCS Wealth Management highlights a strategic move to build predictable cash flows within a multi-year portfolio, emphasizing capital preservation over speculative yield chasing.
In a strategic push beyond traditional lending, Ares Management has seized operational control of a multi-club football group and orchestrated a $1.6 billion financing to create a new global personal care platform, Evermark. The moves signal the firm's aggressive expansion into high-profile, control-oriented credit opportunities.
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.
As earnings season winds down, the waste management sector reveals a tale of resilience and regulatory reckoning. While Enviri's results disappointed, others like Perma-Fix surprised to the upside, highlighting the industry's complex dance between steady demand and economic sensitivity.
Waste Management's fourth-quarter revenue fell short of Wall Street forecasts, yet the company demonstrated robust margin expansion through disciplined cost management and strategic integration of acquisitions, setting a firm foundation for its 2026 outlook.
Waste Management (NYSE:WM) announced a significant 14.5% dividend hike and a new $3 billion share buyback program, signaling confidence in its cash flow strength despite competitive pressures. The move comes as the waste giant continues to invest in renewable natural gas and automation to drive future growth.
