Shares in welding and fabrication specialist ESAB have retreated over 5% this week, prompting investors to re-examine its valuation against a backdrop of strong long-term performance and persistent macroeconomic headwinds.
The Lenzing Group has moved from minority investor to majority owner of Swedish innovator TreeToTextile, marking a decisive step in commercializing a promising new cellulose fiber technology. The move coincides with Lenzing's partnership with Karl Mayer to advance warp knitting applications for sustainable fibers.
A massive battery park in Ed Miliband's constituency is set to become Europe's largest, sparking a nationwide rush for energy storage investments. While hailed as key to grid stability and decarbonisation, critics warn of consumer costs and rural impact.
The reopening of Gaza's Rafah border crossing with Egypt, intended to ease an 18-month siege, has been marred by severe Israeli restrictions, allowing only a handful of medical evacuees out and a small number of Palestinians back in, far below promised figures.
Former President Donald Trump stated he was unaware of a major investment by an Abu Dhabi royal into World Liberty Financial, a crypto platform he co-founded. The deal, struck just before his inauguration, has reignited debates over foreign influence and the blurring lines between presidential family business and public office.
Airbus CEO Guillaume Faury warns that persistent supply chain disruptions, particularly for engines, will challenge aircraft deliveries through 2026, even as defense demand rises and competition from China's Comac grows.
Despite a soaring share price, Keppel Ltd's return on capital employed remains low and static, suggesting the conglomerate may be past its high-growth phase and reliant on dividends to reward shareholders.
While gold and silver prices plunged from record highs, positioning data reveals institutional investors had already begun rotating capital out of precious metals and into energy futures in the preceding weeks.
Nintendo's net profit surged over 50% in the first nine months of its fiscal year, fueled by the record-breaking launch of its Switch 2 console. However, the company faces mounting pressure from a global memory chip shortage, driven by intense demand for AI hardware, which threatens to increase manufacturing costs and potentially affect future pricing.
Despite a recent dip in its share price, Kinergy Advancement Berhad (KLSE:KINERGY) presents a complex picture with solid financial fundamentals and robust earnings growth. This analysis delves into whether the market has overlooked its potential.
While passive funds track the market, active stock selection can yield superior gains. Sirius Real Estate (LON:SRE) shareholders have enjoyed a 34% total return over the past year, significantly outpacing the FTSE. However, longer-term performance and valuation metrics suggest a more nuanced picture for the commercial property firm.
Elon Musk's consolidation of SpaceX and xAI into a single tech giant brings renewed scrutiny to its substantial bitcoin treasury, raising questions about accounting, volatility, and investor strategy as the company eyes a public listing.
ING Deutschland now allows its retail banking customers to invest in Bitcoin, Ethereum, and Solana through regulated, bank-integrated Exchange-Traded Notes, marking a significant step in traditional finance's embrace of digital assets.
Stoneridge, Inc. has completed the sale of its Control Devices segment to private equity firm Center Rock Capital Partners for $59 million. The move is part of a strategic pivot to strengthen its balance sheet and concentrate resources on advanced vision, safety, and connectivity technologies for commercial vehicles.
Amidst a downturn fueled by weak Chinese trade data and falling commodity prices, analysts identify a cluster of London-listed equities trading significantly below their intrinsic value, presenting potential opportunities for patient investors.
Amid global economic crosscurrents, UK investors are turning their focus to growth companies with significant insider ownership, a signal often interpreted as strong alignment between leadership and shareholder interests. We examine three such firms standing out in the current market.
Norway's revered monarchy is navigating unprecedented turbulence this week, with the Crown Prince's stepson standing trial on serious assault charges while newly released court documents reveal intimate email exchanges between Crown Princess Mette-Marit and convicted sex offender Jeffrey Epstein.
As the FTSE 100 wobbles on global economic concerns, income-focused investors are turning to dividend payers for stability. We analyze three UK-listed companies offering compelling yields, weighing their income potential against sustainability and market risks.
Bernstein analysts have raised their price target for IBM following a robust fourth-quarter earnings beat, yet warn the stock's valuation appears stretched as the tech giant navigates AI-driven pressures on its core software and consulting businesses.
William Blair upgrades Palantir Technologies (PLTR) to 'Outperform,' arguing that a recent 30% decline in share price presents a buying opportunity for the AI and data analytics leader, citing strong government and commercial momentum.
