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Olin's Q4 2025 Earnings Fall Short Amid Operational Woes and Market Slump; Management Outlines Cost-Cutting Path

Chemical and ammunition manufacturer Olin Corporation reported fourth-quarter results that missed internal forecasts, pressured by plant disruptions, supply issues, and a sharp year-end drop in chlorine demand. Executives emphasized cash preservation and cost control while navigating what they term an extended market downturn.

Jan 31, 2026

Business

Trump Taps Kevin Warsh for Fed Chair, Testing Central Bank's Independence

President Trump's nomination of former Fed Governor Kevin Warsh to lead the central bank sets the stage for a pivotal confirmation battle, raising questions about monetary policy direction and the erosion of the Fed's political firewall.

Jan 31, 2026

World

Greenland's Mineral Riches: Why Trump's Ambitions Face a Triple Threat

Despite a new U.S. framework for involvement, extracting Greenland's rare earth metals is hampered by Arctic extremes, local political opposition, and strained transatlantic ties.

Jan 30, 2026

Business

Ares Management's Valuation Under Scrutiny Amid Market Pullback

Shares of the alternative asset manager have retreated sharply from recent highs, prompting investors to question whether the stock's premium valuation remains justified. We examine the key metrics and what the pullback might signal.

Jan 30, 2026

World

From Barcelona to Phoenix: The Global Tourism Boom's Hidden Cost in Neighborhoods and Housing

As global travel surges past pre-pandemic records, the influx of visitors is straining infrastructure and reshaping communities worldwide. From European protests to quiet American suburbs, the quest for authentic experiences is colliding with local life, fueling a housing crisis and raising a critical question: can cities belong to both residents and tourists?

Jan 30, 2026

Business

From Crash Prophet to Housing Alarmist: Peter Schiff Warns of Looming 'Emergency' in U.S. Real Estate

Economist Peter Schiff, famed for foreseeing the 2008 collapse, now predicts a severe market correction driven by high mortgage rates and unsustainable prices, potentially triggering widespread defaults. While today's market fundamentals differ, his warning underscores deep-seated affordability concerns.

Jan 30, 2026

Business

The Quiet Revolution in RIA Exits: How ESOPs and 1042 Rollovers Are Redefining Succession

Facing a looming wave of retirements, independent advisory firms are increasingly turning to employee ownership and sophisticated tax strategies to secure their futures, offering an alternative to the private equity buyout.

Jan 30, 2026

Business

Silicon Valley's AI Giants Pour $51 Million Into Midterm War Chest, Seeking Regulatory Shield

Venture capital titans Marc Andreessen and Ben Horowitz lead a massive $50.8 million fundraising effort for a new super PAC, 'Leading the Future,' aiming to shape AI-friendly policies in the 2026 elections.

Jan 30, 2026

Business

False Merger Rumors Spark Industry Debate Over Aggressive Recruiting Tactics

A baseless rumor about a potential Osaic-Cetera merger, which spread rapidly through advisor networks, has highlighted the intense pressures and sometimes questionable tactics in today's financial advisor recruiting landscape.

Jan 30, 2026

Business

Panera, Krispy Kreme Face Legal Fallout Amid Surging Wave of Data Breaches

Panera Bread confirms a second major data security incident in two years, while Krispy Kreme agrees to a $1.6 million settlement over a 2024 breach, as the foodservice industry grapples with escalating cyber threats and consumer lawsuits.

Jan 30, 2026

World

Journalist Don Lemon's Arrest Tests Scope of 1994 Clinic Access Law in Unprecedented Case

Former CNN anchor Don Lemon faces federal charges under the Freedom of Access to Clinic Entrances (FACE) Act after a protest at a Minnesota church, marking a rare application of the law beyond abortion clinic demonstrations and raising First Amendment questions.

Jan 30, 2026

Business

From 'Trusted' to 'Emergency': FINRA Proposes Key Terminology Shift to Boost Investor Safeguards

With low adoption rates for brokerage 'trusted contacts,' regulators are considering a simple name change to 'emergency contact' to reduce confusion, ease client concerns, and strengthen protections against financial exploitation.

Jan 30, 2026

Business

BeatBox Beverages Cuts 158 Jobs in Austin as Anheuser-Busch Acquisition Looms

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.

Jan 30, 2026

Business

Optimism Launches Enterprise-Grade Blockchain Suite, Posing a Strategic Choice for Financial Institutions

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.

Jan 30, 2026

Business

Beyond the Hype: Three Stocks That Have Consistently Outpaced the Market

While market darlings come and go, a select group of companies achieves sustained outperformance through a powerful trifecta: rising sales, expanding profitability, and efficient capital use. We examine three such names that have delivered triple-digit returns over the past five years.

Jan 30, 2026

Business

1-800-FLOWERS Posts Mixed Q4: Revenue Slips but Profitability Soars on Cost-Cutting Drive

The floral and gift e-commerce giant 1-800-FLOWERS reported a 9.5% year-over-year revenue decline to $702.2 million for its fiscal fourth quarter, aligning with Wall Street's subdued expectations. However, disciplined cost management fueled a significant earnings beat, with non-GAAP EPS of $1.20 surging 39.5% above estimates.

Jan 30, 2026

World

Graham's Legal Gambit: Senator Holds Up Spending Bill in Push for Right to Sue Government

Senator Lindsey Graham has stalled a bipartisan funding deal to avert a shutdown, demanding the restoration of a controversial provision allowing lawmakers to sue the Justice Department for damages—a move critics decry as a self-serving scheme.

Jan 30, 2026

Business

Heineken Taps Into Global Fandom Culture with 'Fans Have More Fun' Platform

Heineken launches a global marketing initiative celebrating shared passions in sports and music, aiming to foster real-world connections amid declining U.S. sales and a competitive import beer market.

Jan 30, 2026

Business

USA Rare Earth Secures Major CHIPS Act Funding, Prompting Analyst Price Target Surge

USA Rare Earth Inc. (NASDAQ: USAR) sees its price target significantly raised by Canaccord Genuity and Benchmark following a landmark $1.6 billion commitment from the U.S. CHIPS Program, accelerating its plans to build a domestic rare earth supply chain.

Jan 30, 2026

Business

Michigan Demands $23.7 Million Back from Chinese Battery Maker Gotion After Scrapped Plant Deal

Michigan's Attorney General has formally demanded the return of state funds from Gotion Inc., a Chinese battery manufacturer, following the collapse of its planned $2.4 billion facility. The move highlights growing tensions over foreign investment in U.S. strategic industries.

Jan 30, 2026