Meta Platforms is charting an unprecedented course in capital investment, with plans to spend up to $135 billion by 2026 to build the infrastructure for AI 'superintelligence.' The staggering sum highlights the scale of Big Tech's arms race and raises questions about long-term returns.
We put the AI chatbot to the test, asking if a savvy $1,000 investment in 2015 could have grown to $1 million by 2025. The answer reveals the extreme rarity of such returns in mainstream markets and highlights the stark difference between hindsight and feasible strategy.
President Trump's nomination of former Fed Governor Kevin Warsh to lead the central bank is seen as a pivotal test of its political independence, potentially aligning monetary policy more closely with White House objectives.
Charles Schwab announces a strategic reorganization, merging its wealth advisory and banking divisions into a single unit led by long-time executive Neesha Hathi, alongside other key leadership changes.
In its Q4 2025 letter, David Einhorn's Greenlight Capital revealed a new position in Antero Resources (AR), signaling a strategic move into the natural gas sector. The hedge fund's portfolio returned 8.5% for the quarter, outpacing the S&P 500.
South Africa has ordered Israel's deputy ambassador to leave the country, declaring him persona non grata in a significant diplomatic escalation reflecting Pretoria's strong stance on the war in Gaza.
South Africa has declared Israel's deputy ambassador persona non grata, giving him 72 hours to depart, citing "unacceptable" diplomatic violations and insulting social media posts targeting President Ramaphosa. The move escalates tensions already frayed by South Africa's genocide case against Israel at the UN's top court.
David Einhorn's Greenlight Capital has closed its position in insurer Brighthouse Financial following a sale agreement, detailing the move in its latest investor letter. The hedge fund reported solid quarterly returns but continues to trail the broader market.
President Donald Trump has nominated Kevin Warsh, a former Federal Reserve governor and advocate for central bank reform, to chair the Fed, following his sustained public criticism of Jerome Powell's interest rate policy.
The AI-as-a-Service (AIaaS) market is witnessing significant growth, fueled by cloud innovation and corporate demand for scalable AI solutions. While data privacy remains a hurdle, the integration of generative AI and tailored platforms is accelerating adoption across industries.
As Eli Lilly prepares to report its Q4 and full-year 2025 results on February 4th, investors are weighing whether the pharmaceutical giant's premium valuation leaves room for a positive surprise, or if the stock is priced for perfection.
Newly launched oral weight-loss drug Wegovy from Novo Nordisk recorded more than 26,000 U.S. prescriptions in its second full week, signaling robust early demand as competition with Eli Lilly intensifies.
SoundHound AI expands its deployment of voice AI ordering technology with burger chain Five Guys, following a successful pilot handling over a million customer interactions, aiming to enhance service speed and accuracy during peak hours.
HSBC has cut its price target for AI infrastructure firm CoreWeave, warning that rising borrowing costs and significant future funding needs could strain the high-flying company's financial runway.
Barclays has initiated coverage on Bloom Energy (NYSE: BE) with an 'Equal Weight' rating and a $153 price target, citing strong fundamentals but suggesting the market has already priced in its near-term growth trajectory, particularly from AI data center demand.
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Goldman Sachs downgrades iHeartMedia to Sell, warning that shifting audio consumption and ad trends threaten growth, even as the company's TikTok partnership aims to capture younger audiences.
President Donald Trump has nominated Kevin Warsh, a former Federal Reserve governor and longtime critic of its recent policy, to be the next chair of the central bank, setting up a potential shift in monetary policy amid ongoing tensions over interest rates and Fed independence.
The educational streaming service CuriosityStream Inc. (NASDAQ: CURI) is drawing strong analyst support following robust Q3 2025 results, with a consensus 'Strong Buy' rating and a $6 price target highlighting significant growth potential from its current trading level.
Despite a cautious 'Moderate Sell' consensus, Paramount Skydance (PSKY) carries an average price target of $14.08, implying significant potential upside. The media giant's recent Q3 2025 results highlighted robust Paramount+ subscriber growth, even as investors weigh heavy content investments and integration risks.
