President Trump's nominee for Federal Reserve Chair, Kevin Warsh, has championed a 'regime change' at the central bank, focusing on balance sheet reduction and regulatory rollback. However, analysts question his ability to deliver swift interest rate cuts and warn of potential internal conflict.
The U.S. Office of the Comptroller of the Currency has granted Nubank conditional approval to establish a national bank, a significant step that could see the digital banking leader offer federally regulated crypto custody alongside traditional banking products in the United States.
Nebius Group secures a pivotal government contract to operate Israel's national AI supercomputer, boosting its credibility and positioning it at the heart of the country's tech ecosystem, as analysts eye its growth potential.
Once hailed as twin hedges against fiat currency, silver and Bitcoin are now charting starkly different courses. Driven by a tangible industrial shortage, silver's historic rally contrasts with Bitcoin's slump, which is increasingly tethered to broader financial liquidity and risk sentiment.
Future Proof Brands, maker of the popular ready-to-drink brand BeatBox, is laying off over 150 employees at its headquarters. The move comes weeks after announcing a $490 million majority stake acquisition by Anheuser-Busch, signaling corporate restructuring ahead of the deal's expected close in early 2026.
After the COVID-19 windfall subsided, Pfizer CEO Albert Bourla is steering the pharmaceutical giant into a high-stakes, $23 billion pivot to cancer research. Facing a looming patent cliff and plummeting vaccine revenue, Bourla is betting on scientific innovation to secure the company's future—and redefine cancer treatment.
First Bank Corp. has entered into a definitive agreement to merge with Russellville-based First State Bank, a strategic move set to deepen the holding company's roots in the Arkansas River Valley region while preserving the community bank's local identity.
Despite a recent price target cut from Morgan Stanley, analysts maintain that Oracle's strategic investments in GPU-as-a-Service and its deepening ties with TikTok position it for long-term cloud growth, even as capital expenditures weigh on short-term earnings.
HubSpot (NYSE: HUBS) is drawing sustained bullish sentiment from Wall Street, with analysts highlighting its deepening penetration into the large enterprise segment as a key growth driver. Recent price target adjustments and partner commentary underscore confidence in the CRM platform's trajectory.
The Producer Price Index jumped 0.5% last month, more than double November's increase, as rising costs for machinery, metals, and travel services pointed to persistent pipeline pressures for consumers.
While an IRS extension grants an extra six months to file, experts caution that the April 15 payment deadline is non-negotiable. We break down the process, benefits, and common pitfalls for the millions considering this option.
Morgan Stanley reaffirms its Overweight rating on NIO Inc., maintaining a $7 price target. Analyst Tim Hsiao highlights the EV maker's plan for 40-50% annual delivery growth through 2026 and improved strategic focus following a meeting with founder William Li.
Following a strategic adjustment to its share capital structure, China's leading online recruitment platform Kanzhun Limited sees sustained bullish sentiment from Wall Street, with a majority of analysts maintaining Buy ratings and forecasting significant upside.
The global lifestyle retailer MINISO continues its aggressive capital return strategy, repurchasing millions of shares under a Rule 10b5-1 program as analysts remain bullish on the stock's outlook.
Baidu's flagship AI assistant, Ernie, has surpassed 200 million monthly active users, a milestone reported by the Wall Street Journal. The growth underscores Baidu's deepening integration of AI across its ecosystem amid fierce competition with domestic tech rivals.
The Optimism Collective has unveiled OP Enterprise, a comprehensive blockchain infrastructure platform designed to give financial technology firms and institutions direct control over revenue and operations. The launch signals a pivotal shift towards institutional-grade Web3 solutions as regulatory clarity emerges.
Corn futures extended losses on Friday, pressured by a strengthening U.S. dollar and weaker crude oil prices. Despite robust export sales data running ahead of historical pace, front-month contracts fell 5 to 5.5 cents, pushing the national average cash price lower.
Bitcoin's rally to near $91,000 this week was abruptly halted as the U.S. dollar found its footing. The shift highlights the cryptocurrency's growing sensitivity to traditional macroeconomic forces and Federal Reserve policy speculation.
While the financial sector remains the economy's cornerstone, policy headwinds have capped its recent performance. We analyze one credit rater and a fintech disruptor that show resilience, alongside a legacy asset manager facing challenges.
While Wall Street analysts are overwhelmingly bullish on several stocks, their optimistic price targets often come with a caveat. We examine one company where the enthusiasm appears justified and two where underlying challenges suggest a more cautious approach.
