Asian equities broadly declined on Friday, taking cues from a volatile U.S. session marked by a historic plunge in Microsoft shares. The sell-off extended to commodities, with oil and precious metals also losing ground.
Amid corporate restructuring fears, a professional with a substantial nest egg but no home equity grapples with the daunting math of early retirement, soaring healthcare costs, and an uncertain housing market.
As a profitable outlier in a battered sector, Ethos Technologies' successful IPO marks a pivotal test for investor appetite in 2026's tech listings, even as its debut valuation reflects a more sober market reality.
Shares of Viavi Solutions soared over 17% after the network test and measurement company posted fiscal Q2 results that smashed analyst expectations, fueled by robust demand from data center and aerospace clients.
Cardinal Health (CAH) stock has drawn renewed investor interest following robust financial results, with revenue topping $234 billion and net income near $1.6 billion. The healthcare distributor's shares have rallied over 66% in the past year, though its premium valuation compared to peers is sparking debate among analysts.
MicroStrategy has added nearly 3,000 Bitcoins to its corporate treasury, solidifying its lead as the largest public holder of the cryptocurrency. The purchase, funded by new stock sales, intensifies the debate over the company's valuation and the risks of its aggressive Bitcoin accumulation strategy.
Investors who backed Singapore's DBS Group Holdings half a decade ago have seen their holdings more than triple, with dividends playing a key role in the impressive total shareholder return. The bank's transition to sustained profitability aligns with its market-beating performance.
SkyWest Airlines reported robust full-year earnings for 2025, overcoming a disruptive government shutdown in Q4. The regional carrier highlighted significant debt reduction, key contract extensions with major partners, and a bullish outlook for 2026 driven by new aircraft deliveries and improved operational leverage.
A new analysis reveals auto insurance rate hikes in Nevada are slowing dramatically for 2026, though the state remains the nation's most expensive market. Experts point to stabilizing claim costs and urge drivers to shop around for significant savings.
Despite a soft first quarter, Beazer Homes executives outline a clear strategy to drive full-year EBITDA and book value growth, citing improving buyer traffic, cost-cutting initiatives, and a strategic shift toward higher-margin, solar-included communities.
While Alpha IVF Group Berhad's latest earnings disappointed the market, a deeper look reveals a significant accrual ratio, raising questions about the quality of its profits and the sustainability of its cash generation.
