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Business

Cummins Faces Shareholder Scrutiny: Governance Probe Tests Growth Ambitions Amid Stock Surge

A shareholder rights law firm has launched an investigation into potential fiduciary breaches by Cummins Inc.'s leadership. The probe emerges as the industrial giant's stock rallies, placing its governance framework under the microscope just as the company navigates a pivotal transition toward clean energy technologies.

Feb 4, 2026

Business

GM Revs Up Shareholder Returns with 20% Dividend Hike and $6B Buyback Amid Strategic Pivot

General Motors is steering capital back to shareholders with a significant dividend increase and a new buyback program, signaling confidence in its cash flow despite ongoing electric vehicle restructuring. The move places the undervalued automaker firmly on the radar for income investors.

Feb 4, 2026

Business

Tesla-SpaceX Merger Faces Investor Skepticism: Future Fund's Gary Black Warns of Shareholder Dilution

Prominent investor Gary Black argues a potential merger between Tesla and SpaceX lacks financial and strategic logic for Tesla shareholders, citing excessive dilution and divergent business models, despite recent market speculation driving Tesla's stock higher.

Feb 3, 2026

Business

CAZ Targets High-Net-Worth Investors with New Fund for Private Equity Stakes

CAZ Investments launches a novel fund offering wealthy individuals access to stakes in private-asset managers, capitalizing on the booming secondary market and a shift towards capturing private wealth.

Feb 3, 2026

Business

Emerson Electric Board Structure Remains Staggered as Shareholders Reelect Directors

At its 2026 Annual Meeting, Emerson Electric shareholders reelected three directors and approved executive pay and auditor selection, but a key governance proposal to declassify the board failed to secure the required supermajority vote.

Feb 3, 2026

World

Germany Takes Strategic Stake in Power Grid Giant TenneT to Accelerate Energy Transition

The German federal government has acquired a 25.1% stake in transmission system operator TenneT Germany for €3.3 billion, marking a significant step in securing funding for the massive grid expansion required by the nation's shift to renewable energy.

Feb 3, 2026

World

Berlin Takes Strategic Stake in TenneT's German Grid, Bolstering Energy Security

The German state has acquired a 25.1% stake in the German subsidiary of Dutch grid operator TenneT for €3.3 billion, a move aimed at securing funding for critical infrastructure upgrades and reinforcing national energy resilience.

Feb 3, 2026

US

U.S. Trade Chief: Supreme Court Deliberates "Enormous Stakes" in Landmark Tariff Challenge

WASHINGTON, Feb 3 (Reuters) - U.S. Trade Representative Jamieson Greer stated that the Supreme Court is proceeding cautiously in a pivotal case challenging the legality of former President Trump's sweeping tariffs, citing the profound economic and policy implications at stake.

Feb 3, 2026

Business

Voya Financial Bets on Shareholder Returns and Brand Visibility with Dividend, Buybacks, and NWSL Sponsorship

Voya Financial reaffirms its commitment to shareholders with a new quarterly dividend and expanded share repurchase program, while simultaneously investing in brand growth through a multi-year partnership with NWSL's Boston Legacy FC.

Feb 3, 2026

Business

UAE Royal Family Acquires 49% Stake in Trump-Linked Crypto Venture in $500 Million Deal

Abu Dhabi's Sheikh Tahnoon bin Zayed Al Nahyan has secured a major stake in World Liberty Financial (WLFI) through a $500 million investment, finalized days before President Trump's second inauguration, raising questions about the intersection of foreign investment, political timing, and family business interests.

Feb 3, 2026

Business

Ball Corporation Beats Estimates with Strong Q4, Driven by Efficiency Gains and Shareholder Returns

Packaging giant Ball Corporation (NYSE: BALL) delivered a robust fourth-quarter performance for 2025, surpassing revenue and profit expectations. The company's focus on operational discipline and shareholder returns, including $1.54 billion in buybacks and dividends, capped a record year.

Feb 3, 2026

Business

Hess Midstream Enters New Era: Capital Discipline Fuels Shareholder Returns After Buildout Phase

With major infrastructure projects complete, Hess Midstream pivots to a capital-light strategy, prioritizing cash returns and debt reduction. Chevron's indirect stake adds a new dimension to the company's financial priorities.

Feb 3, 2026

Business

Coeur Mining and New Gold Merger Clears Final Hurdle with Overwhelming Shareholder Backing

Shareholders of both Coeur Mining and New Gold have voted decisively in favor of a merger that will create a major North American precious metals producer, with the deal now awaiting final regulatory approvals.

Feb 3, 2026

Business

TC Transcontinental Shareholders Overwhelmingly Back $1.51 Billion Packaging Unit Sale to ProAmpac

In a near-unanimous vote, TC Transcontinental shareholders have cleared the path for the sale of its packaging division to U.S.-based ProAmpac, a major consolidation in the flexible packaging industry set to conclude in early 2026.

Feb 3, 2026

Business

Armada Hoffler Properties Stock Slump: Long-Term Shareholders Face 32% Loss Amid Market Surge

While the broader real estate market has rallied, investors in Armada Hoffler Properties (NYSE: AHH) have seen their holdings decline sharply over a three-year period, with total shareholder returns lagging far behind market averages. We examine the fundamentals behind the underperformance.

Feb 3, 2026

Business

American States Water Shareholders Face Steep Losses Over Three Years as Stock Lags Market

While the broader market has surged, shareholders of American States Water (NYSE:AWR) have seen their investment decline by 26% over the past three years. Despite underlying revenue growth, the stock's performance raises questions about valuation and sector headwinds.

Feb 3, 2026

Business

Plug Power's European Hydrogen Milestone Overshadowed by Financial Restructuring and Shareholder Dilution Fears

While Plug Power celebrates a major 100MW electrolyzer installation in Portugal, expanding its European footprint, the company faces headwinds at home with layoffs and a critical shareholder vote on measures that could dilute existing holdings. The moves highlight the stark contrast between its ambitious green energy projects and pressing financial realities.

Feb 3, 2026

Business

Chin Hin Group's Stellar Shareholder Returns Outpace Earnings Growth, Analysts Note

While Chin Hin Group Berhad (KLSE:CHINHIN) has delivered a remarkable 783% total shareholder return over five years, its earnings growth, though strong, has not kept pace with the share price surge, prompting a closer look at valuation and sustainability.

Feb 3, 2026

Business

Imdex Delivers Stellar 118% Total Return to Shareholders Over Five Years, Outpacing Broader Market

While the ASX has seen modest gains, mining technology specialist Imdex has rewarded its investors with a total shareholder return of 118% since 2019. Recent performance suggests accelerating momentum, though analysts urge a closer look at underlying fundamentals.

Feb 3, 2026

Business

OUTsurance Group Delivers Stellar 444% Total Return to Shareholders Over Five Years

South African insurer OUTsurance Group has rewarded long-term investors with a remarkable total shareholder return of 444% over the past five years, significantly outperforming its share price growth, driven by strong earnings and consistent dividends.

Feb 3, 2026