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PNC's $2 Million Winter Lifeline: Pittsburgh Snow Removal Grant Highlights Corporate Citizenship Strategy

The PNC Foundation's $2 million grant to Pittsburgh for new snowplows underscores the regional banking giant's deep community ties. Analysts see the move as a strategic play to bolster local infrastructure and public safety, offering investors a lens into the bank's long-term stakeholder engagement beyond the balance sheet.

Feb 3, 2026

US

NYC's Snow-Clearing Double Standard: City Hall Spares Itself While Fining Private Owners

A winter storm has exposed a glaring inconsistency in New York City's sidewalk snow removal policy, where the city mandates private property owners to clear walkways under threat of fines but does not hold its own agencies to the same standard, leaving many public pathways hazardous.

Feb 3, 2026

US

Japan's Deadly Snowfall: Avalanche Warnings Follow Storms That Claim 35 Lives

A relentless two-week winter onslaught has buried northern Japan under historic snowdrifts, triggering a humanitarian crisis, widespread disruptions, and heightened avalanche risks as temperatures begin to rise.

Feb 4, 2026

Business

Snowflake's $200M OpenAI Bet: A Strategic Move to Challenge Cloud Giants

Snowflake's landmark partnership with OpenAI, coupled with its existing Anthropic alliance, signals a direct play for AI market share against Amazon AWS and Microsoft Azure, potentially accelerating its growth trajectory and reshaping investor perception.

Feb 3, 2026

Snowflake and OpenAI Forge $200M Alliance to Unlock Enterprise AI Agents

A landmark partnership aims to tackle the core challenges of deploying autonomous AI agents at scale by integrating OpenAI's models directly within Snowflake's governed data environment.

Feb 3, 2026

US

Snow Plow Driver's Alleged Cocaine-Fueled Rampage Damages Homes on First Day of Job

A Connecticut man faces charges after police say he operated a snow plow under the influence of cocaine, leading to a destructive path through residential properties on his very first shift.

Feb 2, 2026

Business

EXL Clinches Fourth Consecutive 'Leader' Nod in Payer Digital Services Amid Market Turbulence

EXLService Holdings has been named a Leader in Payer Digital Transformation Services for the fourth straight year by ISG, even as its shares face significant near-term pressure. The recognition underscores its strong positioning in data, AI, and cloud solutions for U.S. healthcare payers.

Feb 5, 2026

Business

BrightView Posts Strong Q1 on Snowfall Surge, Eyes Land Business Rebound in Second Half

BrightView Holdings kicked off fiscal 2026 with solid revenue growth and improved profitability, fueled by a sharp increase in snow-related work. While heavy snowfall temporarily hampered core maintenance operations, management reaffirmed full-year guidance, citing robust progress in customer retention, sales force expansion, and a growing contract backlog as key drivers for an anticipated second-half recovery.

Feb 5, 2026

Business

Snowflake's AI Hype Cools as Growth Slows: Is the 25% 2026 Plunge a Buying Opportunity?

Snowflake's stock, once a darling of the AI data boom, has tumbled sharply in 2026. While underlying metrics show resilience, slowing revenue growth and persistent GAAP losses challenge the bullish narrative. We examine whether the sell-off is overdone.

Feb 5, 2026

Business

DaVita Hits Profitability Milestone in Integrated Kidney Care, Partners with Elara to Accelerate Home-Based Services

DaVita Inc. announces its Integrated Kidney Care (IKC) program has turned profitable for the first time, marking a significant shift in its value-based care strategy. Concurrently, a new partnership with home care provider Elara Caring aims to expand patient access to coordinated, home-based kidney services, positioning the company for renewed growth in a competitive landscape.

Feb 5, 2026

Business

Services Sector Keeps Expanding in January, But Inflationary Heat Remains a Concern

Two key surveys confirm the U.S. services industry maintained its growth momentum last month, fueled by rising employment and business activity. However, persistent price pressures and a dip in foreign demand signal ongoing economic headwinds that could delay interest rate cuts.

Feb 4, 2026

Business

The High Cost of Flexibility: 'Rent Now, Pay Later' Services Under Scrutiny

As housing costs soar, services that split rent into installments are gaining traction. But consumer advocates warn that the associated fees can translate into exorbitant effective interest rates, potentially deepening financial strain for vulnerable renters.

Feb 4, 2026

Business

Services Sector Hits Fastest Growth Since Late 2024, Bolstering Broad Economic Momentum

The U.S. services industry expanded at its quickest pace in months, according to the latest ISM data, mirroring a parallel surge in manufacturing activity and signaling underlying economic resilience despite persistent tariff pressures and inflation concerns.

Feb 4, 2026

Business

Cramer Sees Bright Spots for Oilfield Services Giant SLB Amid Policy Shifts

CNBC's Jim Cramer points to SLB as a potential beneficiary of renewed U.S. drilling focus, highlighting the oilfield services firm's strong recent performance and strategic positioning in the evolving energy landscape.

Feb 4, 2026

Business

CDW Outperforms in Q4, Driven by Cloud and Services Strength, Despite Market Headwinds

CDW Corporation closed its fiscal 2025 with a robust fourth quarter, surpassing expectations as customer focus on efficiency and security fueled growth in high-margin software, cloud, and services segments. While navigating a cautious IT spending outlook for 2026, the company aims to outpace the broader market.

Feb 4, 2026

Business

Republic Services Expands Midwest Footprint with Acquisition of Kansas Landfill and Recycling Facility

Republic Services, a national waste management leader, has moved to acquire a key landfill and material recovery facility in Kansas from Hamm Companies. The deal involves a site with decades of service history and notable technological adoption, marking another strategic consolidation in the industry.

Feb 4, 2026

US

Federal Judge Orders Release, ICE Immediately Re-Arrests Venezuelan Men in Minneapolis Snow Shovel Assault Case

Two Venezuelan nationals, ordered released by a federal judge in Minneapolis, were immediately re-detained by ICE agents in a contentious case involving the alleged assault of an officer with a snow shovel, sparking a legal battle over constitutional rights.

Feb 4, 2026

Business

Split-Rent Services Gain Traction Amid Housing Squeeze, But Fees Spark Debt Trap Fears

As rents soar, services allowing tenants to pay rent in installments are booming. While marketed as a cash-flow solution, critics warn high fees can trap vulnerable renters in cycles of costly debt.

Feb 4, 2026

Business

Business Services Sector Lags the Market: Three Stocks Facing Headwinds

While business services firms help companies optimize operations, the sector has underperformed the broader market. A combination of tightening corporate budgets and disruptive AI technologies is weighing on sentiment. We examine three specific stocks where caution may be warranted.

Feb 4, 2026

Business

Gulf Marine Services Stock Soars 32%: Is the Rally Built on Solid Fundamentals?

Shares of Gulf Marine Services PLC (LON:GMS) have surged over the past quarter, outpacing broader market trends. We examine whether the company's financial health and reinvestment strategy justify the recent momentum, or if investors should brace for a correction.

Feb 4, 2026