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PNE AG's Three-Year Slump: Shareholders Face 42% Decline as Renewable Energy Stock Lags Market

Long-term investors in German renewable energy developer PNE AG have seen their holdings plummet 42% over three years, starkly underperforming the broader market's 33% gain. Despite a 26% revenue growth, the stock's persistent weakness raises questions about underlying challenges in the sector and company-specific headwinds.

Feb 2, 2026

Business

Beyond the FTSE: Three UK Small-Caps With Market Caps Above £90M Worth a Closer Look

While the FTSE 100 grapples with global headwinds, a segment of smaller UK-listed companies presents distinct opportunities. We examine three firms, each with a market capitalisation over £90 million, that combine financial resilience with specific growth catalysts.

Feb 2, 2026

Business

CeoTronics' Strong Cash Flow Overshadows Earnings, Signaling Underlying Strength

While CeoTronics AG's (FRA:CEK) recent earnings report failed to ignite its stock price, a deeper look reveals a robust cash conversion story that may please long-term shareholders and point to healthier fundamentals than the headline profit figure suggests.

Feb 2, 2026

World

Nepal Cracks Down on Multi-Million Dollar Fake Mountain Rescue Insurance Scam

Nepali authorities have arrested six executives from travel and rescue companies, alleging a sophisticated fraud scheme involving fabricated high-altitude rescues to bilk international insurers out of nearly $20 million.

Feb 2, 2026

World

Medvedev Warns of Global Alarm as New START Expiry Looms, Threatening First Unchecked Nuclear Era in Decades

Russia's former president Dmitry Medvedev cautions that the potential lapse of the last major U.S.-Russia nuclear arms treaty without a successor could plunge the world into an unprecedented era of strategic instability unseen since the Cold War.

Feb 2, 2026

Business

TAKKT AG's Three-Year Slump: Long-Term Shareholders Grapple with 68% Loss

Investors in German B2B specialist TAKKT AG (ETR:TTK) have faced a punishing three years, with total shareholder returns plummeting 68%. As revenue declines and the share price continues to slide, we examine the fundamentals behind the downturn and what it signals for the company's future.

Feb 2, 2026

Business

Russian Crypto Mining Mogul Igor Runets Placed Under House Arrest in Major Tax Evasion Case

Igor Runets, founder and CEO of Russia's largest Bitcoin mining operator BitRiver, has been detained and placed under house arrest on charges of large-scale tax evasion. The case unfolds against a backdrop of Western sanctions and operational challenges for the once-dominant firm.

Feb 2, 2026

Business

Small-Cap Surge: London's Overlooked Stocks Spark Investor Frenzy

As the FTSE 100 hits record highs, a broader rally in UK mid and small-cap indices is prompting a strategic rethink. Analysts debate whether these long-neglected shares, now showing historic undervaluation, are poised for a major comeback.

Feb 2, 2026

Business

Quantum Leap South: D-Wave Relocates HQ from Silicon Valley to Florida, Fueling Tech Exodus Debate

D-Wave Quantum Inc. announces the relocation of its headquarters and core R&D from Palo Alto, California, to Boca Raton, Florida, citing the state's business climate and partnership opportunities, in a move emblematic of a wider coastal tech migration.

Feb 2, 2026

Business

Bitcoin's Fate Hinges on U.S. Labor Data and MicroStrategy Earnings This Week

As Bitcoin grapples with volatility below $80,000, a packed U.S. economic calendar—featuring key jobs reports and MicroStrategy's Q4 earnings—is poised to dictate the cryptocurrency's near-term trajectory by shaping Federal Reserve policy expectations.

Feb 2, 2026

Business

Order Book Battle: How Visible Liquidity Walls Held Bitcoin Back While Metals Soared

As gold and silver surged to record highs last month, Bitcoin's puzzling stagnation below $90,000 had traders searching for answers. A closer look at exchange order books reveals a deliberate play by large players to suppress price—a tactic that ultimately set the stage for last week's sharp decline.

Feb 2, 2026

Business

Bitcoin's Wild Ride: Price Plunge to $74K Exposes Market's Fragile Liquidity

Bitcoin experienced a sharp, V-shaped recovery after briefly tumbling near $74,000, a swing exacerbated by critically thin market liquidity. The move liquidated over half a billion dollars in leveraged positions, underscoring heightened volatility as traders navigate a market lacking depth.

Feb 2, 2026

Business

Three Stocks Poised for Growth as 2026 Investment Cycle Begins

As markets look ahead to 2026, a mix of established giants and emerging players in AI and digital advertising present compelling opportunities for investors seeking both growth and value.

Feb 2, 2026

Business

Insider Confidence: Three UK Stocks Where Management Has Skin in the Game and Earnings Are Soaring

Amid broader market uncertainty, companies with high insider ownership and robust earnings forecasts can signal aligned interests and resilience. We examine three such UK-listed firms, from a gold miner to a convenience food giant, where those running the show have significant personal stakes.

Feb 2, 2026

Business

Compagnie Financière Tradition Shares Soar 179% in Three Years, Outpacing Earnings Growth

The Swiss interdealer broker has delivered a stellar 213% total shareholder return since 2021, fueled by market confidence and robust dividends, despite recent slight pullback.

Feb 2, 2026

Business

Gold and Silver Extend Losses After Historic Plunge, Testing Safe-Haven Narrative

Precious metals continue their sharp retreat from January's record highs, with silver leading the decline as market sentiment shifts following key U.S. policy signals.

Feb 2, 2026

Business

Zixin Group Holdings Sees Promising ROCE Growth, Signaling Potential for Long-Term Value

The Singapore-listed food company has turned profitable after years of losses, with a 12% return on capital employed and a significant expansion in its capital base—key indicators watched by investors seeking compounding growth stocks.

Feb 2, 2026

Business

Acsion Ltd: A Deep Dive into the JSE-Listed Property Developer's Investment Merits

Amidst the allure of high-growth tech narratives, Acsion (JSE:ACS) presents a case for steady, profitable growth. With strong insider alignment and improving margins, does this property-focused stock warrant a closer look from discerning investors?

Feb 2, 2026

World

Thailand's Election: A Three-Way Battle for the Future

As Thailand heads to the polls, three major parties offer starkly different visions for the nation's path forward, from populist subsidies to structural reforms, setting the stage for a pivotal political contest.

Feb 2, 2026

Business

Kuya Silver's Record Output at Bethania Fuels Expansion Hopes, But Valuation Questions Loom

Kuya Silver reports a record quarterly production haul from its Bethania silver mine alongside accelerated underground development, drawing investor focus. However, a premium valuation against a backdrop of ongoing losses presents a complex picture for the junior miner.

Feb 2, 2026