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JAG Berhad's Capital Efficiency Under Scrutiny as Returns Lag Industry Peers

The Malaysian commercial services firm JAG Berhad (KLSE:JAG) faces questions over its capital allocation strategy, with its Return on Capital Employed (ROCE) falling to 0.4%—significantly below the industry average. While the company has increased capital investment, the corresponding returns have not materialized, raising concerns among analysts about its long-term growth trajectory.

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Argan, Inc. (AGX): The Quiet Powerhouse in Energy Infrastructure

Argan, Inc., a specialized engineering and construction firm, is drawing investor attention with its robust financial performance, zero-debt balance sheet, and strategic positioning in the evolving energy sector. Despite a premium valuation, its record backlog and cash-generating prowess present a compelling bull case.

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From Bitcoin Miner to AI Powerhouse: How Cipher Mining Is Fueling the Data Center Boom

Cipher Mining Inc. (CIFR), once a traditional cryptocurrency miner, has rapidly transformed into a key developer of industrial-scale data centers, capitalizing on the insatiable power demands of artificial intelligence. With a portfolio exceeding 3 gigawatts, primarily in power-rich West Texas, the company is now building the physical backbone for tech giants. This strategic pivot, however, raises critical questions about capital allocation and the sustainability of the AI infrastructure rush.