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Business

PennyMac Mortgage Investment Trust Posts Strong Q4 on Securitization Surge, Navigates Production Headwinds

PennyMac Mortgage Investment Trust (PMT) closed 2025 with robust earnings, driven by a dramatic expansion in its private-label securitization business. While this growth fueled returns, the company's correspondent lending segment faced pressure, and faster mortgage prepayments impacted servicing rights income.

Jan 30, 2026

Business

Peet's Coffee Trims Store Footprint in California Amid Corporate Restructuring

The iconic Berkeley-born coffee chain Peet's is closing dozens of locations across California, including in Southern California and the Bay Area, as part of a strategic realignment following its acquisition by Keurig Dr Pepper. The move, affecting hundreds of employees, has drawn sharp criticism from workers and union representatives.

Jan 30, 2026

Business

Golden Burden: Soaring Prices Crush Borrowers, Enrich Savers in Vietnam

As global gold prices hit historic highs, Vietnam's deep-rooted culture of gold ownership is creating starkly divided fortunes, turning traditional family loans into crushing debts while minting paper billionaires among long-term holders.

Jan 30, 2026

Business

Axos Financial Posts Robust Q2 Growth, Fueled by Loan Expansion and Verdant Acquisition

Axos Financial (NYSE: AX) reported strong fiscal Q2 2026 results, with net income jumping to $128.4 million. Driven by broad-based loan growth and contributions from Verdant Commercial Capital, the digital bank highlighted expanding margins, improved credit metrics, and a confident outlook for continued mid-teens annual loan growth.

Jan 30, 2026

Business

NewtekOne Caps Third Year as a Bank with Strong Deposit Growth, Eyes Credit Improvement

The technology-focused lender reported solid 2025 earnings, highlighted accelerating deposit inflows and a strategic shift away from its legacy SBA portfolio. Management forecasts continued growth for 2026, banking on its digital offerings and a key securitization success.

Jan 30, 2026

Business

AI and Academia Reshape San Francisco's Showplace Square, Signaling a New Chapter for Office Market

Once a symbol of tech retrenchment, San Francisco's Showplace Square is undergoing a profound transformation. Major leases by AI firms Together AI and Physical Intelligence, coupled with Vanderbilt University's planned campus, are redefining the neighborhood as a nexus for technology, education, and innovation, offering a significant boost to the city's office recovery narrative.

Jan 30, 2026

World

AI-Generated Images Falsely Link NYC Mayor to Epstein Circle, Sparking Misinformation Fears

A series of fabricated images purporting to show New York City Mayor Zohran Mamdani and his mother with Jeffrey Epstein and other prominent figures spread across social media this week, highlighting the escalating challenge of AI-driven political disinformation.

Feb 3, 2026

Business

MasTec's Growth Engine Faces a Cost Test: Can Margins Hold the Line?

Despite a stellar share price run, MasTec's earnings quality is under scrutiny as persistent margin pressures from supply chain strains and strategic growth investments challenge its financial resilience. Investors are watching to see if management can steer the infrastructure giant toward more sustainable profitability.

Feb 3, 2026

Business

Crane Stock: Fairly Valued or Flying Too High After a 700% Surge?

Crane Company's shares have soared over 700% in three years, but recent volatility has investors questioning if the rally is sustainable. A deep dive into valuation metrics reveals a complex picture where traditional models clash.

Feb 3, 2026

Business

Peloton Slashes 11% of Workforce in Bid to Stem Losses and Refocus on Core Business

Peloton Interactive announces a major restructuring, cutting jobs primarily in tech and corporate roles as new CEO Peter Stern prioritizes cash flow and operational efficiency over expansion, amid a prolonged stock slump and intense competition.

Feb 3, 2026

Business

Columbia Financial Soars on Strong Earnings and Major Acquisition

Shares of Columbia Financial surged nearly 9% Monday, propelled by a robust quarterly earnings report and the announcement of a nearly $600 million deal to acquire Northfield Bancorp, a move set to create a New Jersey banking powerhouse.

Feb 3, 2026

Business

From AI Pioneer to Clinical Contender: Why AbCellera's Deep Pipeline and Cash Cushion Are Drawing Bullish Bets

Once a high-flying AI discovery platform, AbCellera Biologics is navigating a critical transition to a clinical-stage biotech. With a fortified balance sheet and key Phase 1 readouts on the horizon, some investors see a compelling, albeit risky, turnaround story taking shape.

Feb 3, 2026

Business

Coupang Stock: Analysts See a Floor Forming After Data Breach Sell-Off

Following a sharp decline driven by cybersecurity concerns, some market observers are positioning Coupang (CPNG) as a near-term bullish opportunity, citing technical support and an attractive options-based income strategy.

Feb 3, 2026

Business

PagerDuty: A Deep Value Play Amidst Strategic Pivot and M&A Rumors

Once a high-flying SaaS leader, PagerDuty now trades near historic lows despite its critical role in digital operations. As the company navigates a painful pricing model transition, improving fundamentals and persistent takeover speculation present a compelling bull case for patient investors.

Feb 3, 2026

World

Cuba Confirms Diplomatic Contacts with U.S., Denies Formal Negotiations Amid Deepening Crisis

Havana acknowledges 'communications' with the Trump administration but stops short of confirming talks, as fuel shortages and U.S. pressure push the island toward a humanitarian brink.

Feb 3, 2026

US

Trump's Alfalfa Club Routine Draws Tepid Response From Typically Loyal Crowd

Former President Donald Trump's attempt at stand-up comedy during the elite Alfalfa Club dinner was met with notable silence and scattered applause, highlighting a rare moment of disconnect with a room of powerful allies and underscoring the enduring tensions within Washington's political and financial elite.

Feb 3, 2026

Business

Devon and Coterra Forge U.S. Shale Giant in $1B Synergy, $5B Buyback Deal

Devon Energy and Coterra Energy announce a strategic, all-stock merger to create a dominant multi-basin U.S. shale operator. The combined entity, centered on the prolific Delaware Basin, targets $1 billion in annual synergies and over $5 billion in shareholder returns, promising enhanced scale and capital efficiency.

Feb 3, 2026

Business

Apple's Record Quarter Fuels Investor Debate: Is the AI and iPhone Momentum Already Priced In?

Apple's stellar earnings, driven by robust iPhone demand and growth in key markets, have reignited investor optimism. Yet, a significant valuation gap persists, sparking debate on whether the stock's AI-driven future justifies its current premium.

Feb 3, 2026

Business

Senseonics Sees Analyst Target Cut Amid Post-Split Scrutiny

Analysts have slashed Senseonics Holdings' 12-month price target by 40%, signaling heightened caution on the medical device maker's execution path following its stock split, despite maintaining a bullish long-term revenue model.

Feb 3, 2026

Business

Cisco Soars on AI Infrastructure Boom: Analysts Revise Targets After Record Quarter

Cisco Systems' stock is gaining momentum, fueled by surging demand from hyperscalers building AI data centers. The networking giant's raised guidance and record revenue have triggered a wave of analyst upgrades, positioning it as a key beneficiary of the AI infrastructure build-out.

Feb 3, 2026