U.S. stock futures point lower amid renewed scrutiny over AI investments, with Nvidia's landmark OpenAI deal reportedly under strain. Disney beats earnings estimates as leadership transition talks emerge, while Oracle plans a massive $50 billion raise to fuel its AI ambitions.
As Alphabet's stock demonstrates resilience amid market volatility, its Gemini AI platform emerges as a central driver. With deep integration across Google's ecosystem and new agentic capabilities, the tech giant is positioning itself not just to compete, but to lead the next phase of the AI race. We examine the challenges and opportunities ahead.
Nomura Holdings is implementing stricter risk controls at its digital asset subsidiary, Laser Digital, following significant crypto-related losses that contributed to a nearly 10% drop in its fiscal third-quarter profit, the firm's CEO confirmed.
While EOG Resources' stock has lagged behind its energy sector peers, a majority of analysts maintain a bullish stance, betting on the company's disciplined capital returns and operational execution to drive a potential rebound.
U.S. stock futures pointed to a lower open Monday, pressured by a sharp selloff in precious metals and renewed investor caution around AI sector valuations. All eyes turn to a packed week of corporate earnings and key labor market data for clues on the economy's trajectory.
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.
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.
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.
IBM intensifies its focus on the enterprise AI market with the launch of its governed deployment platform, a strategic collaboration with e& for regulated sectors, and the appointment of PepsiCo's Ramon Laguarta to its board of directors.
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.
Caterpillar Inc. (CAT) reported stronger-than-expected fourth-quarter results, driven largely by surging demand for power generation equipment from the artificial intelligence data center sector, offsetting softer performance in its traditional construction and mining divisions.
Barclays reaffirms its Overweight rating on Meta Platforms, raising its price target to $800, citing robust Q4 recovery and surging ad revenue. The upgrade follows CEO Mark Zuckerberg's announcement of a massive $115B-$135B AI infrastructure investment plan for 2026.
In a landmark deal set to reshape the U.S. energy landscape, Devon Energy and Coterra Energy have agreed to merge, creating a dominant, capital-efficient shale producer with an enterprise value of approximately $58 billion.
Oracle plans a massive $45-50 billion capital raise to expand its cloud infrastructure for AI, backed by a record $523 billion order backlog. While securing its future in the AI race, the aggressive move exposes the tech giant to significant execution and financial risks as cash flow turns negative.
During UK Foreign Secretary Yvette Cooper's visit to Addis Ababa, British investor Gridworks signed landmark agreements to develop two major transmission projects. The deals, part of a broader UK strategy linking economic development with migration management, mark Ethiopia's first public-private partnerships in its power transmission sector.
JPMorgan Chase, Bank of America, and Wells Fargo announce plans to match a $1,000 government deposit into retirement accounts for children of eligible employees, part of a new national savings initiative.
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.
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.
