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 the Super Bowl kicks off in California—a state without legal sports betting—federally regulated prediction markets are positioned to siphon off a significant portion of wagering activity, potentially reaching record trading volumes this year.
A dramatic sell-off in precious metals, led by a record-breaking drop in silver, rattled financial markets on January 30, 2026, as a surging U.S. dollar and shifting expectations for Federal Reserve policy triggered a broad retreat from risk assets.
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.
A pivotal week for prediction markets saw Coinbase partner with Kalshi to offer event contracts nationwide, while the CFTC moved to establish clearer regulatory standards. Meanwhile, traders sharply increased bets on a potential U.S. government shutdown.
U.S. equity markets slipped Thursday as Treasury yields climbed following President Trump's announcement that he will nominate former Fed Governor Kevin Warsh as the next central bank chair. The move, seen as potentially less dovish, overshadowed positive economic data and corporate earnings.
President Donald Trump's selection of former Fed Governor Kevin Warsh to lead the central bank is being welcomed by analysts as a stabilizing choice, with immediate positive ripples across currency and precious metals markets.
While regional tensions and market volatility capture headlines, a closer look reveals resilient companies with strong fundamentals. Driven by robust earnings and strategic positioning, select stocks in sectors from renewable energy to infrastructure present compelling cases for value-oriented investors navigating the complex landscape of early 2026.
As platforms like Kalshi gain regulatory traction, major online brokerages are making strategic moves into prediction markets. We analyze what this emerging trend could mean for Webull, Robinhood, and Interactive Brokers.
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.
The alternative investment giant reported its strongest annual results in four decades, fueled by a surge in fundraising to $240 billion. Executives pointed to early signs of a reopening in deal activity and IPO markets, setting the stage for increased asset sales in 2026.
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.
As Chinese exports, from electric vehicles to e-commerce goods, reshape Latin American markets, governments and industries grapple with the dual pressures of affordable consumer goods and strained local manufacturing, forcing a delicate recalibration of trade policies and regional alliances.
FirstSun Capital Bancorp's fourth-quarter results surpassed analyst forecasts, driven by robust net interest margins and loan growth. However, the post-earnings call revealed deeper questions from analysts about the sustainability of its performance and integration challenges.
While geopolitical tensions have rattled regional markets, a closer look reveals resilient smaller companies in the GCC and Turkey offering unique value propositions. We analyze three firms with market caps under $900 million in the education, packaging, and industrial sectors.
Amidst a backdrop of steady interest rates and cautious global growth, Asian dividend-paying companies offer investors a potential harbor. We examine three firms from across the region balancing yield with operational resilience.
As regional markets adjust to easing geopolitical pressures, a closer look reveals resilient performers. We analyze three small-cap stocks—R.A.K. Ceramics, TALCO Industrial, and Emilia Development—that are navigating the current volatility with strong fundamentals and potential for growth.
As regional stock markets face headwinds from easing oil prices and shifting geopolitics, income-focused investors are turning to dividend-paying companies for stability and yield. We examine three high-yield opportunities across the textile, banking, and financial sectors.
Financial Institutions Inc. (FISI) reported solid Q4 and full-year 2025 results, with net income reaching $73.4 million. The community bank, leveraging its deep roots in Upstate New York, is positioning for further growth in 2026, buoyed by major local investments like Micron's semiconductor project.
Amidst a complex backdrop of economic crosscurrents and geopolitical tensions, a select group of small-cap companies across Asia are demonstrating remarkable resilience and growth potential. We analyze three standout names from Singapore and China that are navigating the volatility with strong fundamentals.
