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Business

Beyond the Bottom Line: Five Analyst Probes Unpack Booz Allen's Strategic Pivot Amid Mixed Q4 Results

While Booz Allen Hamilton's Q4 revenue fell short of expectations, robust profitability and a strategic shift toward outcome-based contracts in high-demand sectors like cybersecurity spurred investor optimism. Analysts pressed management on the sustainability of this model and the path forward in a complex funding environment.

Jan 30, 2026

Business

Barrick Taps Board Member Helen Cai as CFO, Signaling Strategic Continuity in Capital Allocation

Barrick Gold Corporation appoints Helen Cai, a current board member with deep capital markets expertise, as its new Chief Financial Officer. The move is seen as reinforcing the mining giant's focus on disciplined financial strategy and project funding in a volatile commodity market.

Jan 30, 2026

Business

Music Industry's Deal-Making Frenzy Continues: Merlin, Range Sports, Primary Wave Lead Latest Wave of Strategic Moves

From innovative financing for indie labels to major acquisitions in live events, the music business landscape is being reshaped by a series of strategic partnerships and investments unveiled over the past fortnight.

Jan 30, 2026

Business

Trump Administration Shifts Course, Scraps Price Guarantees for Critical Minerals Projects

The White House has backed away from plans to set minimum prices for domestic critical minerals projects, telling industry leaders that ventures must stand on their own financially. The policy reversal, driven by funding uncertainties and market concerns, marks a significant shift in strategy for bolstering the U.S. supply chain.

Jan 30, 2026

World

South Africa and Israel expel envoys in deepening feud

South Africa ordered Israel's top diplomat to leave the country within 72 hours on Friday, citing a "series of violations" and prompting the Israeli government to expel Pretoria's own diplomatic representative.The Israeli foreign ministry swiftly responded that South Africa's senior diplomatic representative, Shaun Byneveldt, "is persona non grata and must leave Israel within 72 hours".

Jan 30, 2026

Business

Funeral Financing: Weighing the Pros and Cons of Borrowing to Say Goodbye

As funeral costs rise, many grieving families face a difficult financial decision. This article explores the realities of funeral loans, alternative funding sources, and the long-term implications of taking on debt during a time of loss.

Jan 30, 2026

Business

Guggenheim More Than Doubles Erasca Price Target to $12 on Clinical Progress and Pipeline Updates

Erasca Inc. (ERAS) sees its price target raised from $5 to $12 by Guggenheim, following promising clinical data for its lead oncology candidates and updated financial models. The move comes amid a series of positive analyst revisions for the clinical-stage biopharma firm.

Jan 30, 2026

World

Mozambique Flood Crisis Deepens: UN Warns of Overcrowded Shelters, Pleads for Urgent Aid

As severe flooding displaces hundreds of thousands in Mozambique, the UN raises alarms over dangerously overcrowded temporary shelters and a critical funding shortfall, warning of heightened risks for vulnerable populations.

Jan 30, 2026

Business

Endeavour Silver's Strategic Pivot: How Base Metals from Kolpa Could Reshape the Miner's Future

Endeavour Silver's 2026 production guidance signals a strategic shift, with the new Kolpa mine set to deliver significant lead, zinc, and copper output. This diversification beyond precious metals aims to stabilize revenue, but execution risks and funding challenges remain key hurdles for the TSX-listed miner.

Jan 30, 2026

World

Patagonia's Ancient Forests Ablaze as Austerity Cuts Hamper Fire Response

Wildfires ravaging Argentina's Patagonia region have breached a UNESCO World Heritage site, fueling a political firestorm over President Javier Milei's deep cuts to environmental and emergency funding.

Jan 30, 2026

World

U.S. Diplomatic Missions Ordered to Scrutinize Global Aid for Compliance with Expanded Social Policy Restrictions

Exclusive: A newly revealed State Department cable directs embassies worldwide to audit all assistance programs against stringent new rules prohibiting funding for groups involved in abortion services, diversity initiatives, and gender identity advocacy, expanding a long-contested policy to nearly $30 billion in foreign aid.

Jan 30, 2026

Business

Southside Bancshares Navigates Higher Rates, Posts Q4 Profit Rebound Amid Strategic Portfolio Shift

Southside Bancshares (SBSI) reported a significant rebound in fourth-quarter earnings, driven by strategic repositioning of its securities portfolio and lower funding costs. While loan growth remained modest, executives outlined a cautious outlook for near-term margin improvement and detailed plans for technology investments and selective M&A in competitive Texas markets.

Jan 30, 2026

Business

From Bitcoin to AI: IREN's Strategic Pivot Gains Momentum as Anthropic's $20B Raise Highlights Infrastructure Demand

Fueled by a landmark $20 billion funding round for AI firm Anthropic, infrastructure provider IREN is seeing its strategic shift from cryptocurrency mining to AI data centers validated by investors. With a key Microsoft partnership and surging capital flows into AI, the company's stock performance reflects a broader market reassessment of its role in high-performance computing.

Jan 30, 2026

Business

Murphy Oil Navigates Price Volatility, Bets Big on Vietnam and Offshore Growth in 2026

Despite a challenging price environment, Murphy Oil (MUR) reported strong operational execution for 2025 and laid out a capital plan focused on funding key international and offshore projects. While near-term production is set to dip, CEO Eric Hambly highlighted a transformative discovery in Vietnam and strategic portfolio expansion as pillars for future growth.

Jan 30, 2026

Business

Beyond the Wrist: Smart Patches Emerge as Next Frontier in Wearable Health Tech

As the wearables market surges, Biolinq CEO Richard Yang positions smart patches as the next evolution, capable of tracking deep biochemical data where watches track surface metrics, with his company's FDA-cleared glucose sensor leading the charge.

Feb 2, 2026

World

France's 2026 Budget Set for Final Approval After Political Showdown

After months of political gridlock and a series of no-confidence votes, France's parliament is poised to adopt the contentious 2026 budget. The survival of Prime Minister Sebastien Lecornu's government hinges on Monday's vote, marking a critical juncture for the nation's fiscal and political stability.

Feb 2, 2026

Business

Ethereum's 2026: The Year of Convergence?

After a period of Bitcoin dominance, a confluence of technological maturity, shifting institutional narratives, and regulatory clarity could propel Ethereum back into the spotlight. Analysts point to its foundational role in decentralized finance and a series of upcoming catalysts as reasons for a potential breakout year.

Feb 2, 2026

Business

Equinor Deepens Brazil Commitment with $114M West Saturn Drillship Extension

Seadrill secures a major contract extension for the West Saturn drillship with Equinor Brasil, adding over $100 million to its backlog and solidifying operations in Brazil's strategic pre-salt basin through 2027.

Feb 2, 2026

Business

The IRS's New Digital Dragnet: Why Your Side Hustle Income Is Now on Its Radar

Fueled by new funding and AI-powered tools, the Internal Revenue Service is intensifying its scrutiny of gig economy and freelance income, making even small earnings reportable. Here’s what you need to know to stay compliant.

Feb 2, 2026

US

Government Shutdown Looms, Grammys Spotlight Immigration as Protests Sweep Nation

A partial government shutdown triggers furloughs, the Grammys become a platform for political statements, and nationwide protests over immigration policy unfold amid a severe winter storm's aftermath.

Feb 2, 2026