American Financial Group (AFG) is scheduled to release its fourth-quarter earnings after the market closes on Tuesday, with analysts anticipating flat revenue growth. The report comes as the property & casualty insurance sector faces headwinds from policy uncertainty and market volatility.
American Express reported fourth-quarter earnings that narrowly missed analyst forecasts, yet a modest stock decline reflects investor confidence in its robust guidance and the sustained momentum of its high-end cardmember base.
Germany has revised its official travel guidance for the United States, warning citizens of potential risks linked to immigration enforcement actions and civil unrest. The move aligns with a broader trend, as multiple allied nations have strengthened their advisories over the past year, reflecting growing international concern over U.S. domestic policies.
American Express reported a 10% revenue surge to $72 billion for 2025, driven by strong premium card demand and disciplined credit. Executives project 9-10% growth for 2026, betting on younger customers and strategic tech investments to sustain momentum.
South African low-cost carrier Lift has secured membership in the International Air Transport Association (IATA), a key milestone that validates its business model and facilitates its planned regional expansion into Mauritius and Reunion.
American Express reported a 10.6% year-over-year revenue increase to $17.57 billion for the fourth quarter of 2025, yet missed Wall Street's sales expectations. Earnings per share of $3.53 met analyst consensus estimates.
South Africa has declared Israel's deputy ambassador persona non grata, giving him 72 hours to depart, citing "unacceptable" diplomatic violations and insulting social media posts targeting President Ramaphosa. The move escalates tensions already frayed by South Africa's genocide case against Israel at the UN's top court.
The new campus in McBee, SC, aims to bolster North American supply chains for critical minerals, starting with a 2,000-ton annual processing capacity for magnet scrap.
Shares of Southern Copper Corporation (SCCO) surged nearly 18% following the release of its blockbuster 2025 financial results, which featured record annual earnings and a dual cash-and-stock dividend. The performance underscores the miner's robust cash generation but also intensifies scrutiny over its lofty valuation and the execution risks of its massive project pipeline.
Shares of Southwest Airlines surged nearly 19% to a four-year peak after the carrier officially ended its decades-long open seating policy, a move analysts say could significantly boost future revenue.
Southwest Airlines capped off 2025 with record revenue and improved operations, positioning the carrier for what executives project will be a dramatic earnings acceleration next year, driven by new initiatives like assigned seating and a refined loyalty program.
South Korean regulators are forming a task force to propose stricter anti-money laundering rules for cryptocurrency transactions by 2026, potentially removing minimum thresholds for identity disclosure to mirror traditional finance oversight.
Amid renewed threats of steep US tariffs, South Korean officials are scrambling to salvage a key trade deal, with high-level talks in Washington failing to yield an immediate breakthrough.
Following its Q4 2025 results, American Express received mixed analyst reactions as Truist maintained a Buy rating but cut its price target, citing increased investment costs. JPMorgan also lowered its target while keeping a Neutral stance, despite the company posting record revenues and card fee growth.
A consortium of leading South African financial and tech firms has launched ZARU, a stablecoin pegged 1:1 to the South African Rand. The move is seen as a strategic response to the rapid adoption of dollar-denominated stablecoins and aims to keep local currency relevant in the digital age.
Cape Town Mayor Geordin Hill-Lewis is considering a run for the leadership of the Democratic Alliance (DA), a pivotal partner in South Africa's coalition government, following the incumbent's decision to step aside.
While UBS's global wealth management arm saw robust client inflows from Asia, Europe, and the Middle East, its Americas business suffered significant outflows, driven by ongoing advisor departures following compensation changes.
Norfolk Southern navigated a softer-than-expected freight environment in Q4, leaning on cost discipline and operational improvements to offset volume weakness. Analysts probed management on the sustainability of these gains and the road ahead amid market uncertainty.
South Korean e-commerce giant Coupang has confirmed a significant expansion of last year's massive data breach, with personal information of an additional 165,000 users compromised. The revelation comes as the company remains under intense government scrutiny for the initial incident that impacted over 33 million customers.
Carnival Corporation's investment outlook is being recalibrated, with analysts raising its fair value estimate to $38.00. The adjustment reflects stronger-than-expected cruise spending data, though questions about execution and broader travel trends temper the optimism.
