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Uranium Royalty in the Spotlight: High Valuation Meets Deep Discount Debate Ahead of Key Investor Conference

As Uranium Royalty Corp. (TSX:URC) prepares to present at the Vancouver Resource Investment Conference, investors are grappling with a stark valuation paradox: a sky-high price-to-sales ratio suggests overvaluation, while a discounted cash flow model points to significant upside. The company's recent share price surge adds momentum to the debate.

Jan 30, 2026

Business

Geopolitical Thaw Fuels Gulf Markets, Spotlighting Dividend Plays for Income-Seeking Investors

A notable easing of US-Iran tensions has buoyed investor confidence across Gulf bourses, creating a favorable backdrop for stable, income-generating equities. We analyze three regional dividend stocks offering potential portfolio resilience amid shifting market dynamics.

Feb 3, 2026

Business

Equitable Holdings Q4 Earnings Preview: Can the Insurer Surprise Wall Street?

As Equitable Holdings prepares to report fourth-quarter results, investors are watching for signs of stability amid a turbulent period for insurance stocks. With revenue growth expected to stall, the focus shifts to profitability and guidance.

Feb 3, 2026

Business

IDEX Earnings on Deck: Analysts Eye Modest Growth Amid Sector Momentum

Industrial manufacturer IDEX (IEX) is set to release its quarterly results Wednesday morning, with Wall Street anticipating a slight revenue increase. The report comes amid a broader rally in fluid and gas handling stocks.

Feb 3, 2026

Business

Beyond the Headlines: Three Asian Small-Caps Drawing Investor Scrutiny

Amidst a complex macroeconomic backdrop, a select group of Asian small-cap stocks is capturing attention for their distinct value propositions and growth narratives. We examine China Feihe, Digital China Holdings, and Thai Beverage, assessing their financial health and strategic positioning in volatile markets.

Feb 2, 2026

Business

Beyond the Headlines: Three Asian Equities Poised for Growth in a Shifting Market

As large-cap stocks dominate headlines, a search for value turns to Asia's smaller players. We examine three companies—from logistics to tech to construction—that combine strong fundamentals with compelling valuations, offering potential for investors looking beyond the index giants.

Feb 2, 2026

World

U.S. Moves to Secure Critical Minerals Supply with $12 Billion 'Project Vault' Stockpile

The Trump administration unveiled plans for a strategic reserve of critical minerals, sparking a rally in domestic mining stocks and intensifying efforts to reduce reliance on China.

Feb 2, 2026

Business

Cocoa Futures Rebound as Ivory Coast Shipments Slow, But Market Glut Weighs on Sentiment

Cocoa prices edged higher Monday, finding a brief respite from a prolonged slump as delivery slowdowns in top grower Ivory Coast triggered short-covering. However, the rally remains fragile, overshadowed by bulging global stocks, weak demand, and forecasts for a continued supply surplus.

Feb 2, 2026

Business

SpaceX Acquires xAI in Landmark Deal, Uniting Musk's Space and AI Ambitions Under One Roof

Elon Musk's SpaceX has finalized the acquisition of his artificial intelligence venture, xAI, in a strategic move that merges the aerospace giant with the creator of the Grok chatbot. The deal, valued at a staggering $1.25 trillion, aims to accelerate AI development by leveraging shared computing resources and engineering talent from Musk's broader technology portfolio.

Feb 2, 2026

Business

Cocoa Prices Rebound as Ivory Coast Shipments Dip, Signaling Tightening Supply

Cocoa futures gained ground on Monday, reversing recent losses, as data showing reduced deliveries to ports in top-producer Ivory Coast triggered short-covering. The uptick comes despite a backdrop of ample global stocks and persistent demand weakness in key markets.

Feb 2, 2026

Business

Markets Edge Higher Amid Earnings Anticipation; Oil Prices Slide on Geopolitical, Demand Concerns

U.S. stocks advanced cautiously Monday as investors braced for a wave of corporate earnings reports, while crude oil prices tumbled sharply. The focus remains on key tech results and evolving geopolitical developments affecting global trade and energy markets.

Feb 2, 2026

Business

Manufacturing Rebound Fuels Wall Street Gains, Offsetting China Concerns and Shutdown Jitters

U.S. stocks advanced Monday, buoyed by a surprisingly strong manufacturing report that overshadowed lingering concerns over a partial government shutdown and weak economic data from China. The S&P 500 and Dow Jones Industrial Average both closed higher, led by a rebound in semiconductor and AI-related shares.

Feb 2, 2026

Business

Tech and Rare Earths Lead Market Rebound Amid Geopolitical Shifts and Earnings Focus

U.S. equities edged higher Monday, buoyed by a rebound in semiconductor and AI infrastructure stocks, alongside a surge in rare earth companies following a new strategic initiative. Gains were tempered by falling energy shares, cryptocurrency volatility, and ongoing concerns over a partial government shutdown.

Feb 2, 2026

Business

A Rare Market Signal Flashes: S&P 500 Sees Historic Breadth Surge in Early 2026

A powerful but uncommon shift in market leadership is underway as small-caps, energy, and value stocks drive gains. While a sign of health, historical parallels to similar 'breadth' events often coincided with economic stress.

Feb 2, 2026

Business

Booking Holdings CHRO on Simplifying Work in the Age of AI: 'Don't Try to Do Everything at Once'

In an exclusive interview, Paulo Pisano, Chief Human Resources Officer of Booking Holdings, argues that simplifying work processes and strategically embedding AI are key to unlocking productivity and innovation for 2026 and beyond.

Feb 2, 2026

Business

Dividend Fund's Tech-Heavy Tilt: A Surprise for Retirement Portfolios?

The FlexShares Quality Dividend Index Fund (QDF) promises steady income through quality screens, but its substantial allocation to technology stocks—making up one-third of the portfolio—may reshape risk expectations for investors, particularly retirees seeking stability.

Feb 2, 2026

Business

Analysts Shift Stance: Palantir Gets Bullish Nod While Best Buy Faces Downgrade Pressure

Wall Street's top analysts made waves Monday with revised ratings on key stocks, highlighting a growing divergence in tech and retail outlooks as earnings season approaches.

Feb 2, 2026

Business

FMC Corporation Shares Slide as Pzena's Value Strategy Cites Disappointing Performance

Pzena Investment Management's latest quarterly commentary reveals its Focused Value Strategy lagged behind the broader value index in Q4 2025, with agricultural sciences firm FMC Corporation highlighted as a key underperformer amid a market dominated by AI and mega-cap stocks.

Feb 2, 2026

Business

Skyworks Solutions Shares Slump in Q4 as Value Strategy Underperforms Broader Market

Pzena Investment Management's Focused Value Strategy lagged behind its benchmark in Q4 2025, with semiconductor firm Skyworks Solutions cited as a key detractor. The fund's commentary highlights the challenges for value investing in a market dominated by AI and mega-cap stocks.

Feb 2, 2026

Business

Curreen Capital's 'Ugly Duckling' Strategy Delivers 31% Gain, Eyes VF Corp Amid Apparel Giant's Slump

Investment firm Curreen Capital posted strong 2025 results, crediting its focus on undervalued 'ugly duckling' stocks. The fund's latest letter spotlights VF Corporation (VFC), the embattled owner of Vans and The North Face, as a potential turnaround play despite its shares falling over 20% in the past year.

Feb 2, 2026