U.S. stock futures pointed to a lower open Monday as investors braced for a flood of corporate earnings and crucial labor market reports that could sway Federal Reserve policy expectations.
The payments giants Visa and Mastercard reported robust revenue and earnings growth for their latest quarters, though their premium valuations continue to spark investor debate on which offers the superior long-term opportunity.
After a prolonged period of U.S. dominance, international equities are staging a comeback. Analysts point to shifting fundamentals, attractive valuations, and a weakening dollar as tailwinds for emerging markets, with one Vanguard ETF positioned at the center of this transition.
A British Columbia court has given its final approval to Coeur Mining's planned acquisition of New Gold, moving the deal that will create a North American precious metals giant one step closer to its expected H1 2026 closing.
Amazon's recent workforce reductions, bringing total corporate cuts to 30,000, reflect a broader shift in how layoffs are perceived. No longer framed as a sign of failure, they are increasingly presented as a strategic, forward-looking move to streamline operations and focus on priorities like AI, a narrative that resonates with investors despite the human impact.
Amgen has transferred full rights for the atopic dermatitis drug rocatinlimab back to Kyowa Kirin, clearing the path for the Japanese firm to pursue US approval by 2026. The move comes despite the drug meeting all trial endpoints, reflecting Amgen's portfolio reprioritization and a tempered market outlook for the OX40 inhibitor class.
South Korean financial regulators are deploying advanced artificial intelligence to monitor cryptocurrency transactions in real-time, aiming to detect and preempt market manipulation. The move, part of a broader crackdown, could see violators face severe penalties, including life imprisonment.
A coalition of licensed marijuana companies in Missouri has launched a wave of lawsuits against dozens of smoke shops, alleging they are exploiting a legal gray area to sell intoxicating THCA hemp flower, undermining the state's regulated market and creating unfair competition.
A landmark tripartite agreement between financial heavyweight Schroders, battery leader CATL, and investment firm Lochpine Capital aims to deploy up to 10GWh of energy storage across Europe, marking a significant step in the continent's clean energy transition.
Analyst Joe Laetsch raises HF Sinclair's price target, highlighting favorable crude differentials and a recent $38 million acquisition aimed at expanding its lubricants business, as the refiner lands on a list of top low-risk dividend stocks.
TD Cowen raises Prudential Financial's price target to $113, maintaining a 'Hold' rating, as the insurer grapples with a misconduct scandal at its Japan life insurance unit affecting nearly 500 customers.
Scotiabank has lowered its price target for Comcast (CMCSA), reflecting ongoing pressure in its core broadband business as the media giant reports higher-than-expected customer losses in Q4 and faces fierce competition from fiber and fixed-wireless rivals.
CIBC lowers OpenText's price target to $37, citing softer guidance and a watchful stance on the company's planned divestiture of non-core assets to sharpen its AI focus.
Warren Buffett once admitted that managing a smaller pool of capital can be a 'huge structural advantage.' For retail investors, this isn't just theory—it's a practical edge in accessing high-growth opportunities that are now out of reach for the investing giant.
A provocative analysis suggests the widespread adoption of GLP-1 drugs like Ozempic and Wegovy could trim airline fuel bills by reducing passenger weight, potentially passing savings to travelers. But industry experts debate whether the math adds up.
While a recent executive order aims to streamline AI rules, experts caution that customer experience teams face a complex transition—not a regulatory holiday—demanding stronger internal governance.
A sharp sell-off in gold and silver, alongside falling oil prices, has sparked volatility across global markets at the start of a week packed with major earnings and central bank decisions.
A new mandatory scheme requires all UK fuel stations to report price changes within 30 minutes, with data fed to comparison apps. The government-backed initiative aims to boost competition and save households an estimated £40 annually.
After a historic surge, gold prices have experienced their steepest drop in decades. Yet, analysts point to enduring geopolitical tensions and monetary policy shifts as reasons why the metal's long-term appeal remains intact.
The Chinese online recruitment platform Kanzhun Ltd. is showing marked improvement in its capital returns, a key indicator of operational efficiency and potential long-term value creation for investors.
