With a midnight deadline looming, Congress remains gridlocked, pushing the federal government toward a partial shutdown. While economists predict minimal macroeconomic damage from a brief closure, the disruption to services and federal workers' paychecks will be felt immediately.
Apple shares edged higher following a robust Q1 earnings report headlined by record iPhone revenue, yet the muted gains reflect Wall Street's growing focus on looming supply constraints and the company's strategic pivot to artificial intelligence.
A dramatic sell-off in precious metals, led by a record-breaking drop in silver, rattled financial markets on January 30, 2026, as a surging U.S. dollar and shifting expectations for Federal Reserve policy triggered a broad retreat from risk assets.
Defense contractor L3Harris Technologies has been awarded a U.S. Navy contract to advance the Marine Corps' precision-strike capabilities with its long-range Red Wolf missile system, designed to counter maritime threats in the Pacific.
Yong Rong (HK) Asset Management Ltd. has taken a significant concentrated position in XPeng Inc., signaling strong conviction in the smart EV maker's recovery and long-term prospects within China's competitive automotive market.
SanDisk shares surged nearly 22% this week after the data storage giant reported staggering quarterly results, fueled by enterprise adoption and its critical role in powering AI infrastructure.
Singapore-listed construction firm Keong Hong Holdings reports a significant 42% rise in returns on capital employed over five years, signaling improved operational efficiency even as its asset base shrinks.
As gold and silver surge to record highs, Bitcoin's recent slump reignites debate over its viability as a modern safe-haven asset, challenging its long-touted 'digital gold' narrative.
Dover Corporation (DOV), the diversified industrial manufacturer, continues to attract heavy institutional investment, driving a remarkable long-term share price appreciation. Strong quarterly earnings and bullish guidance underscore the fundamental strength behind the sustained Big Money inflows.
While Riverview Rubber Estates Berhad's share price has declined 12% over three years, trailing the broader market's 26% gain, its total shareholder return tells a more nuanced story. Including dividends, investors would have seen a modest 1.9% return, highlighting the critical role of income in long-term portfolio performance.
Bernstein raises UPS price target to $128, citing robust fourth-quarter results that help balance a softer margin outlook. The logistics giant's strategic pivot away from low-margin Amazon business and ongoing cost-cutting measures shape its 2026 trajectory.
Deutsche Bank has upgraded NNN REIT to 'Buy' with a $47 price target, highlighting its defensive portfolio and sustainable dividends as relative strengths in a challenging real estate investment trust environment expected to persist through 2026.
A discounted cash flow analysis suggests Eupe Corporation Berhad (KLSE:EUPE) may be trading close to its intrinsic value. We examine the assumptions behind the numbers and what investors should consider beyond the model.
Facing a looming wave of retirements, independent advisory firms are increasingly turning to employee ownership and sophisticated tax strategies to secure their futures, offering an alternative to the private equity buyout.
JPMorgan raises Edison International's price target to $66, citing model updates ahead of earnings. The utility giant, noted for its sustainable high-yield dividend, continues to benefit from California's electrification trends and regulated investment framework.
Bank of America has revised its price target for consumer goods giant Kimberly-Clark downward, citing sector-wide valuation pressures, even as the company reports resilient earnings and advances its transformation into a broader health and wellness player.
B. Riley Securities lowered its price target on Skyworks Solutions, citing ongoing softness in the Android smartphone segment that is expected to weigh on near-term guidance, despite strength from Apple's iPhone cycle and diversification efforts.
The global investment manager reported robust growth in money market and equity strategies during its Q4 2025 earnings call, while detailing expansion into digital assets and the pending acquisition of real estate specialist FCP.
While outlining stabilization efforts in challenged segments like Fibers, Eastman Chemical's leadership emphasized that a sustained recovery hinges on broader end-market demand. The company is betting on strategic projects and chemical recycling to drive future growth amid persistent pricing pressures and global trade dynamics.
Quantum computing firm IonQ has moved to acquire SkyWater Technology, Skyloom Global, and Seed Innovations, aiming to create a comprehensive, end-to-end platform that controls hardware, networking, and software. This vertical integration strategy targets government and enterprise clients seeking secure, full-stack quantum solutions.
