TOPEKA — Kansas's popular Learning Quest 529 savings plans are set for a significant upgrade next month, promising families new investment options, enhanced planning tools, and reduced management fees under a new administrator, State Treasurer Steven Johnson announced.
With shares up over 100% in a year, investors are weighing whether to buy AMD stock before its February 3rd earnings report, as the chipmaker capitalizes on the AI boom.
The cryptocurrency wallet provider Exodus Movement reports disciplined capital management with a debt-free balance sheet and 1.5 million monthly users, even as BTIG trims its price target citing cautious volume outlook.
Oppenheimer and Wells Fargo have raised price targets for Monolithic Power Systems (MPWR), highlighting robust demand from the automotive and artificial intelligence sectors as key growth drivers ahead of the company's quarterly results.
Phillip Securities initiates coverage of Palantir Technologies with a Buy rating, citing its AI software segment's robust growth and significant market expansion potential. A new partnership with Innodata aims to enhance Palantir's rodeo analysis platforms through advanced data services.
BofA Securities has trimmed its price target for Uber Technologies, citing near-term uncertainties in the autonomous vehicle sector, even as the company launches a new internal data initiative aimed at accelerating AV development.
Twist Bioscience kicks off fiscal 2026 with robust growth, reporting a 17% year-over-year revenue increase to $103.7 million. The company credits its semiconductor-based DNA synthesis platform and surging demand from AI-enabled drug discovery programs as key drivers, while reiterating its path to adjusted EBITDA breakeven within the year.
Zions Bancorporation has authorized a new $75 million stock repurchase program, a move analysts see as a bet on its undervalued shares and a commitment to shareholder returns as regional banks navigate a cautious regulatory environment.
Winnebago Industries' stock has been on a rollercoaster, leaving investors questioning if its current price near $46 reflects its true worth. A deep dive into valuation metrics paints a concerning picture, suggesting the shares may be significantly overvalued despite recent momentum in the outdoor recreation sector.
Ford Motor Company launches a dedicated energy storage business, Ford Energy, appointing Lisa Drake to lead the charge into the rapidly growing battery storage market, signaling a strategic expansion beyond vehicle manufacturing.
Edwards Lifesciences (NYSE: EW) has terminated its planned takeover of JenaValve, opting instead to reinvest capital into its internal transcatheter aortic (TAVR) and mitral valve development programs. The strategic pivot underscores a renewed focus on organic growth in its core structural heart business.
Israeli police have detained municipal officials and business figures suspected of embezzling millions in international donations intended for communities devastated by the October 7 Hamas attacks, launching a major fraud investigation.
A Milton, Massachusetts man's attempt to clear roof ice with a blowtorch during a severe winter storm sparked a fast-moving attic fire, prompting warnings from officials about the dangers of DIY ice removal.
Taiwan Semiconductor Manufacturing Co. (TSMC) has unveiled an aggressive capital expenditure plan for 2026, signaling robust confidence in sustained demand driven by artificial intelligence and high-performance computing, which has spurred a significant rally in its shares and upward revisions from analysts.
A sharp weekend correction saw Bitcoin tumble over 7%, erasing billions in leveraged positions. While the immediate trigger appears tied to political uncertainty, analysts point to overheated market conditions as the deeper cause, even as institutional sentiment remains cautiously optimistic.
The Walt Disney Company surpassed Wall Street's revenue and earnings expectations for its fiscal first quarter, powered by strength in its streaming services and theme parks. The media giant reaffirmed its full-year forecast for double-digit profit growth, signaling confidence in its ongoing strategic transformation.
Goldman Sachs CEO David Solomon, while optimistic on global markets, forecasts a deliberate deceleration in talent acquisition for 2026 as the bank sharpens its focus on operational efficiency and strategic resource allocation.
Google has agreed to a $135 million settlement to resolve a class-action lawsuit alleging unauthorized data collection by its Android operating system, pending court approval. The deal also mandates clearer user controls and disclosures.
Microsoft's aggressive investment in AI infrastructure led to a sharp rise in capital expenditures, while its flagship Azure cloud service showed signs of moderating growth. The mixed results triggered a significant after-hours sell-off, raising questions about the near-term profitability of its AI ambitions.
NVIDIA's CEO Jensen Huang indicates that Chinese regulatory approval for the sale of its flagship H200 AI chip is still pending, amid high demand from major tech firms and ongoing U.S.-China tech tensions.
