Amidst a cautiously optimistic Asian market, companies where executives and directors hold significant stakes are drawing investor attention. We examine three high-conviction plays in semiconductors, 3D printing, and biotech where insider ownership aligns with explosive growth forecasts.
As global investment in artificial intelligence infrastructure accelerates, a handful of semiconductor giants stand to reap outsized rewards. We examine the foundational players whose technology is enabling this historic build-out.
As political pressure on the Federal Reserve intensifies, the legacy of Marriner Eccles—the Utah banker who architected its modern independence—offers a crucial lesson. A BYU expert explains why shielding monetary policy from politics remains vital for economic stability.
House Speaker Mike Johnson expressed confidence that Republicans have the votes to pass a stopgap funding bill by Tuesday, aiming to end a partial government shutdown triggered over the weekend amid ongoing immigration policy disputes.
Tens of thousands gathered in Prague's Wenceslas Square on Sunday, voicing support for President Petr Pavel in his escalating constitutional dispute with Prime Minister Andrej Babiš's coalition government. The protest, organized by pro-democracy activists, highlights deep divisions over Ukraine policy and a controversial ministerial appointment.
As Skyworks Solutions prepares to report Q4 earnings, investors are weighing its track record of beating estimates against a backdrop of expected revenue decline and mixed semiconductor sector performance.
American Financial Group (AFG) is scheduled to release its fourth-quarter earnings after the market closes on Tuesday, with analysts anticipating flat revenue growth. The report comes as the property & casualty insurance sector faces headwinds from policy uncertainty and market volatility.
Health and Human Services Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. has publicly addressed the deep divisions within America's most storied political family, following the death of his cousin Tatiana Schlossberg and amidst ongoing policy controversies that have placed him at odds with his relatives.
Driven by a global wave of semiconductor investment, Applied Materials (AMAT) has received a series of analyst upgrades. Mizuho and Deutsche Bank are among those highlighting the company's strategic position to benefit from expansive fab construction in the U.S., Taiwan, and Japan, and its key role in next-generation chip technologies.
An analysis of wealth accumulation among the world's top billionaires reveals staggering gains during the current presidential term, with policy and market dynamics fueling unprecedented fortunes.
In a major consolidation move within the quantum computing sector, IonQ has announced a definitive agreement to acquire U.S.-based semiconductor foundry SkyWater Technology for $1.8 billion. The deal aims to create a domestically controlled, vertically integrated platform to speed up the development and production of advanced quantum processors, citing both technological and national security imperatives.
A recent discounted cash flow analysis suggests D&O Green Technologies Berhad's stock may be significantly undervalued, trading around RM0.60 against a calculated fair value of RM0.89. The semiconductor-focused firm's current valuation presents a notable gap for investors to consider.
Ichor Holdings (ICHR) shares have taken investors on a rollercoaster, soaring over 64% in a month before a sharp 9% single-day drop. With the semiconductor equipment maker posting revenue near $1 billion alongside net losses, the market is grappling with how to price its future in a cyclical industry. We examine whether the pullback presents a buying opportunity or a warning sign.
President Trump's nomination of former Fed Governor Kevin Warsh to lead the central bank sets the stage for a pivotal confirmation battle, raising questions about monetary policy direction and the erosion of the Fed's political firewall.
A 24-year-old's father asked her to pay the premiums on his life insurance policy, framing it as an investment for her future. Personal finance expert Dave Ramsey and his co-host Ken Coleman weighed in on the emotional and financial pitfalls of such an arrangement.
The U.S. dollar staged a sharp rally Friday, while gold and silver prices plunged, following President Trump's nomination of former Fed Governor Kevin Warsh to lead the central bank. The move, interpreted as a hawkish signal for monetary policy, combined with strong economic data to reshape market expectations.
A dramatic sell-off in precious metals, led by a record-breaking drop in silver, rattled financial markets on January 30, 2026, as a surging U.S. dollar and shifting expectations for Federal Reserve policy triggered a broad retreat from risk assets.
Gold prices soared to a historic peak above $5,500 an ounce this week, fueled by Fed policy signals, only to plunge dramatically as a resurgent U.S. Dollar and profit-taking sparked a broad retreat. The volatile swing sets a tense stage for the metal as markets await key economic data.
SoFi CEO Anthony Noto calls the Powell Fed era a mixed bag, praising the ultimate economic stability despite policy stumbles. As the baton passes to a new Treasury Secretary, investors weigh SoFi's record growth against a cautious 2026 outlook.
President Trump's reported selection of former Fed Governor Kevin Warsh to lead the central bank signals a potential shift in monetary policy approach, with a focus on strategic foresight over data-dependency, according to economist Mohamed El-Erian.
