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Firm Capital Property Trust Posts 22% Total Return, Yet Trails Broader Market

Firm Capital Property Trust (TSE:FCD.UN) delivered a 22% total shareholder return over the past year, buoyed by dividends, despite a more modest share price gain and underlying earnings pressure. The performance highlights the complex dynamics between dividend yield, market sentiment, and fundamental business health in the current real estate investment trust (REIT) landscape.

Feb 2, 2026

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Skyworks Solutions Shares Slump in Q4 as Value Strategy Underperforms Broader Market

Pzena Investment Management's Focused Value Strategy lagged behind its benchmark in Q4 2025, with semiconductor firm Skyworks Solutions cited as a key detractor. The fund's commentary highlights the challenges for value investing in a market dominated by AI and mega-cap stocks.

Feb 2, 2026

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MarketAxess: A Deep Value Play or Value Trap? Analysts Clash on Bond Trading Platform's Future

MarketAxess Holdings (MKTX), once a high-flying fintech darling, has seen its share price erode by nearly 70% over five years. As the bond trading platform grapples with shifting market dynamics and increased competition, investors are left debating whether the current valuation presents a rare buying opportunity or signals deeper structural challenges.

Feb 2, 2026

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Bitcoin Plunges to $75K in Weekend Sell-Off, Sparking Market Jitters

A sharp weekend correction saw Bitcoin tumble over 7%, erasing billions in leveraged positions. While the immediate trigger appears tied to political uncertainty, analysts point to overheated market conditions as the deeper cause, even as institutional sentiment remains cautiously optimistic.

Feb 2, 2026

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ADP's Shareholder Returns Outpace Earnings Growth, Raising Questions on Market Sentiment

While Automatic Data Processing (NASDAQ:ADP) has delivered solid earnings growth over five years, its share price appreciation has notably lagged the broader market. A deeper look reveals dividends have bolstered total returns, but recent underperformance highlights investor caution toward the payroll giant.

Feb 2, 2026

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Atlanta Shoe Market Defies Disruption: Renovations Fuel Growth as Buyer Interest Climbs

Despite navigating a major venue overhaul, the Atlanta Shoe Market reports a 7% surge in pre-registrations, with brands and buyers adapting to a reimagined show floor that may boost visibility for some exhibitors.

Feb 2, 2026

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Crypto Mogul Justin Sun Plans $100M Bitcoin Buy Amid Market Downturn

Tron founder Justin Sun announces plans to acquire up to $100 million in Bitcoin as prices dip below $77,000, contrasting with corporate treasury losses and broader market caution.

Feb 2, 2026

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MicroStrategy Doubles Down: $75 Million Bitcoin Purchase Amid Market Turmoil Signals Unwavering Conviction

MicroStrategy, led by Michael Saylor, has added another 855 Bitcoin to its corporate treasury, a $75.3 million acquisition that solidifies its position as the world's largest public holder of the cryptocurrency despite recent market volatility.

Feb 2, 2026

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Market Watch: Three Meme Coins Gaining Traction as February Trading Kicks Off

As speculative interest returns to the crypto markets, a handful of meme tokens are capturing attention with significant price movements and growing communities. Here’s a look at three assets showing notable activity in early February.

Feb 2, 2026

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Cotton Inc. Bets on Unified Marketing Strategy, Appoints First CMO to Counter Synthetics

Facing stiff competition from synthetic fibers, the cotton industry's leading research and promotion body has created a chief marketing officer role and merged its marketing teams to drive demand across the entire supply chain.

Feb 2, 2026

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Giverny Capital Bets on HVAC Giant Watsco Amid Tech-Led Market Volatility

Investment firm Giverny Capital outlines its rationale for adding Watsco to its portfolio, highlighting a value-oriented strategy as markets remain dominated by AI euphoria. The firm's latest investor letter reveals a challenging quarter of narrow returns.

Feb 2, 2026

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Giverny Capital Bets on Insurance Platform TWFG Amid Tech-Driven Market Headwinds

Investment firm Giverny Capital highlights insurance distributor TWFG as a key holding in its latest letter, revealing a challenging year where its value-focused strategy lagged the AI-fueled market rally.

Feb 2, 2026

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FW Thorpe Shareholders Face 25% Loss Over Three Years as Stock Lags Market

Investors in lighting specialist FW Thorpe have seen a negative total shareholder return of 25% since 2021, starkly underperforming the broader market's gains. Despite steady revenue growth, the share price decline highlights a disconnect with company fundamentals.

Feb 2, 2026

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From Sportsbooks to Spreadsheets: Prediction Markets Now Let You Wager on U.S. Home Prices

A new breed of online platforms is enabling speculation on housing market trends without the need to buy property, drawing both intrigued investors and sharp regulatory criticism.

Feb 2, 2026

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Befesa Shares Surge 54% in a Year, Outpacing German Market Amid Turnaround Hopes

While the German market gained a modest 7.7%, steel dust recycling leader Befesa (ETR:BFSA) delivered a total shareholder return of 54% over the past twelve months. This impressive rebound follows a challenging three-year period, sparking investor debate on whether it signals a sustained recovery or a temporary rally.

Feb 2, 2026

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AI's Market Frenzy: Three Red Flags Suggesting a Bubble Is Brewing

While AI continues to fuel a historic market rally, a closer look reveals troubling signs of overheating, from staggering capital expenditures to questionable monetization and complex financial engineering.

Feb 2, 2026

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Giverny Capital Exits Credit Acceptance as Market Focus Shifts to AI

Investment firm Giverny Capital has sold its position in auto-finance provider Credit Acceptance Corporation, citing a challenging market environment dominated by AI hype and large-cap tech outperformance. The move highlights a broader divergence between fundamental business performance and current investor sentiment.

Feb 2, 2026

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Steady as She Builds: Installed Building Products Defies Housing Market Headwinds

Amid a sluggish housing sector, Installed Building Products (IBP) has demonstrated remarkable resilience, becoming a standout performer in Giverny Capital's portfolio. The insulation specialist's shares have surged over 50% in the past year, bucking broader market trends.

Feb 2, 2026

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Navigating the Downturn: Three Asset Strategies Gaining Traction Amid Market Volatility

As markets face significant pressure, certain portfolios tied to strategic commodities, resilient tech, and innovative crypto infrastructure are showing notable resilience. Analysts point to long-term thematic bets that are weathering the current storm.

Feb 2, 2026

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Markets Edge Lower Ahead of Key Labor Data, Earnings Deluge

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.

Feb 2, 2026