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AMD and GIGABYTE Forge Deeper Alliance, Bringing On-Device AI to Mainstream Gaming and Creator PCs

GIGABYTE is expanding its strategic partnership with AMD to launch a new generation of AI-enhanced gaming laptops, motherboards, and monitors. This collaboration integrates AMD's Ryzen AI and 3D V-Cache technologies directly into consumer hardware, aiming to deliver tangible benefits in gaming smoothness, system stability, and creative workflow acceleration.

Feb 2, 2026

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Penny Stocks in Focus: Siebert Financial Tops List as Investors Seek High-Growth Opportunities

Amid a mixed market backdrop, penny stocks are drawing renewed attention for their growth potential. We analyze three standout picks, led by financial services firm Siebert Financial, highlighting their financial health and strategic moves in a volatile landscape.

Feb 2, 2026

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Institutional Investors Drive Kinder Morgan's Rally as Energy Policy Shifts

Kinder Morgan's stock surged 3.9% last week, buoyed by strong institutional ownership and favorable energy sector tailwinds. With institutions holding 67% of shares, their influence underscores both the stock's momentum and potential vulnerability to large-scale moves.

Feb 2, 2026

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Progressive Insiders Cash Out $16 Million in Shares, Raising Eyebrows on Wall Street

A wave of insider selling at The Progressive Corporation, totaling over $16 million in the past year, has prompted investors to scrutinize the insurer's outlook. While such sales aren't uncommon, the scale and timing invite questions about internal confidence as the stock trades significantly below recent insider sale prices.

Feb 2, 2026

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Bloomsbury Publishing Sees Strong Momentum as Capital Efficiency Rises

The London-listed publisher, known for the Harry Potter series, is showing notable improvement in its returns on capital employed, outpacing industry averages and signaling robust reinvestment potential for future growth.

Feb 2, 2026

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UK's The Tofoo Co. Acquires German Plant-Based Pioneer Topas, Eyes European Expansion

In a strategic move to diversify its portfolio and strengthen its European footprint, UK-based The Tofoo Co., backed by private equity, has acquired German seitan specialist Topas, owner of the Wheaty brand.

Feb 2, 2026

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Crypto Funds See $1.7 Billion Exodus as Investor Sentiment Sours, Erasing Year's Gains

Digital asset investment products faced a second consecutive week of massive withdrawals, totaling $1.7 billion, pushing year-to-date flows into negative territory amid a hawkish Fed and market uncertainty.

Feb 2, 2026

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Crypto Mogul Justin Sun Seizes Market Dip, Plans $100M Bitcoin Purchase

Tron founder Justin Sun reveals plans to acquire up to $100 million in Bitcoin amid a significant market downturn, positioning the move as a strategic accumulation opportunity.

Feb 2, 2026

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Markets Edge Lower Ahead of Key Labor Data, Earnings Deluge

U.S. stock futures pointed to a lower open Monday as investors braced for a flood of corporate earnings and crucial labor market reports that could sway Federal Reserve policy expectations.

Feb 2, 2026

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Prediction Markets Signal 71% Odds of Bitcoin Slump Below $65K by 2026 as Bearish Sentiment Grows

A stark consensus is emerging among prediction market traders and analysts, with a 71% probability now priced in for Bitcoin to fall below $65,000 within two years. This bearish outlook follows a weekend sell-off to nine-month lows and is supported by underwater ETF positions, technical warnings, and concerns over a sustained market downturn rather than a temporary correction.

Feb 2, 2026

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KeyCorp Outpaces the Market: Analysts Bullish on Regional Bank's Growth Trajectory

Cleveland-based KeyCorp (KEY) is riding a wave of positive analyst sentiment following a strong earnings beat, with its stock performance significantly outpacing broader market indices. The bank's diversified model and robust capital returns are fueling optimism for sustained growth.

Feb 2, 2026

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Crystal International Bets Big on Automation with New China Logistics Hub

Hong Kong apparel giant Crystal International is investing in a high-tech logistics center in China, aiming to slash fabric transfer times by 75% and power operations with solar energy as part of its broader smart manufacturing push.

Feb 2, 2026

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Brown & Brown Shares Face Headwinds as BMO Capital Trims Price Target Amid Mixed Q4 Signals

Insurance brokerage giant Brown & Brown sees a key price target cut to $81 following its fourth-quarter earnings, which revealed robust fee growth but concerns over slowing organic revenue expansion.

Feb 2, 2026

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Morgan Stanley Boosts HF Sinclair Target to $61, Citing Refining Strength and Strategic Acquisition

Analyst Joe Laetsch raises HF Sinclair's price target, highlighting favorable crude differentials and a recent $38 million acquisition aimed at expanding its lubricants business, as the refiner lands on a list of top low-risk dividend stocks.

Feb 2, 2026

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Barclays Lifts Target on NorthWestern Energy as Utility Merger, Steady Growth Draw Investor Focus

Barclays raises its price target on NorthWestern Energy Group (NWE) to $62, citing solid quarterly performance and strategic moves, including a pending merger with Black Hills Corporation, as the regulated utility reaffirms its long-term growth outlook.

Feb 2, 2026

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Kimberly-Clark Shares Get a Lift as UBS Analyst Raises Price Target Following Solid Earnings

UBS analyst Peter Grom increased his price target for Kimberly-Clark (KMB) to $110, citing steady core performance despite lingering Kenvue-related uncertainties, after the consumer goods giant reported better-than-expected quarterly profit driven by cost discipline and resilient demand.

Feb 2, 2026

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Prudential Financial Sees Price Target Lift Amid Japan Unit Scandal Fallout

TD Cowen raises Prudential Financial's price target to $113, maintaining a 'Hold' rating, as the insurer grapples with a misconduct scandal at its Japan life insurance unit affecting nearly 500 customers.

Feb 2, 2026

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Scotiabank Trims Comcast Price Target Amid Broadband Subscriber Losses, Intensifying Competition

Scotiabank has lowered its price target for Comcast (CMCSA), reflecting ongoing pressure in its core broadband business as the media giant reports higher-than-expected customer losses in Q4 and faces fierce competition from fiber and fixed-wireless rivals.

Feb 2, 2026

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Wells Fargo Trims UnitedHealth Target by $30, Citing Medicare Advantage Headwinds

Wells Fargo lowered its price target on UnitedHealth Group (UNH) following its Q4 report and a disappointing Medicare rate proposal from regulators, highlighting pressures on the healthcare giant's key growth engine.

Feb 2, 2026

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Pfizer's 2026 Challenge: Navigating the Patent Cliff and GLP-1 Race

Despite a partial recovery, Pfizer's stock remains significantly below its pandemic-era peak. As 2026 approaches, the pharmaceutical giant confronts a critical juncture defined by looming patent expirations, a high-stakes catch-up effort in the lucrative GLP-1 market, and a dividend under pressure.

Feb 2, 2026