President Bola Tinubu has ordered a military battalion into Kwara State following one of Nigeria's deadliest attacks in recent months, which left scores dead after gunmen targeted a village. The assault underscores the persistent security crisis plaguing Africa's most populous nation.
Amid market volatility, investors are turning to reliable dividend payers. We examine three established energy infrastructure leaders with strong yields and the potential to benefit from long-term trends like AI-driven power demand.
In an open letter to the British creative industry, Paramount CEO David Ellison details commitments for a potential Warner Bros. Discovery takeover, promising at least 30 annual theatrical releases and a staunchly competitive market stance, positioning the move as a counterweight to dominant streaming platforms.
After months of tense negotiations, Volkswagen's Chattanooga workforce has reached a tentative agreement with the UAW, securing substantial pay raises, improved benefits, and enhanced job protections, marking a major victory for the union's southern organizing push.
A detailed military doctrine published by an IRGC-linked outlet outlines Iran's multi-front strategy for a potential conflict with the United States, leveraging proxies, cyber warfare, and control of vital oil shipping lanes to offset American technological superiority.
A Médecins Sans Frontières hospital in Jonglei state was hit in a night-time air raid, destroying critical supplies and forcing staff to flee. The attack, which the NGO says was carried out by government forces, exacerbates a healthcare crisis for hundreds of thousands amid renewed conflict and mass displacement.
In an open letter to the UK creative industry, Paramount CEO David Ellison outlines his vision for a combined Paramount-Warner entity, pledging sustained investment and theatrical support while sharply criticizing Netflix's rival bid as a threat to competition.
Shares of Old Dominion Freight Line (ODFL) surged nearly 10% on Wednesday, extending a four-day rally after Morgan Stanley raised its price target, a vote of confidence that overshadowed the company's recent disappointing financial results.
Eli Lilly's stock soared after reporting a 95% jump in annual net income, fueled by blockbuster demand for its diabetes and obesity treatments Zepbound and Mounjaro. The pharmaceutical giant also issued robust revenue guidance for 2026.
Shares of residential solar and battery storage leader Sunrun Inc. (RUN) jumped more than 12% Wednesday, fueled by a massive expansion of its customer base and optimistic projections for 2025, as the company positions itself as a key player in addressing the nation's grid reliability challenges.
SolarEdge Technologies (SEDG) rallied sharply Wednesday, buoyed by strong peer earnings and robust industry demand signals, as investors position for the company's upcoming quarterly results.
AppLovin's stock faces significant pressure as new AI-driven competitors emerge and short-sellers raise questions about its financial practices. The launch of Google's Project Genie and the rise of AI-native ad platforms are reshaping the mobile gaming and advertising landscape, prompting investors to reassess the company's growth trajectory.
Victory Capital Holdings (VCTR) has delivered staggering returns to long-term investors, with shares soaring over 230% in five years. As the stock hovers near $71, analysts and investors are grappling with a critical question: has the market run ahead of itself, or is there still value to be found in this established asset manager?
Shares of Q2 Holdings have tumbled over 38% in the past year, raising questions about whether the digital banking software provider's current valuation presents a buying opportunity. A deep dive into cash flow projections and market multiples reveals a complex picture.
Microsoft shares tumbled after its latest quarterly results, driven by a slight miss in cloud growth expectations. Despite the sell-off, underlying demand for AI computing power remains robust, sparking debate among investors on whether the dip presents a strategic entry point.
Meta Platforms (META) delivered a robust fourth-quarter earnings beat, driven by surging advertising revenue and AI-driven efficiency gains. The strong results prompted at least one analyst to raise their price target, with management projecting continued profit growth into 2026.
Piper Sandler reaffirms its Overweight rating and $800 price target for AppLovin (APP), arguing that market concerns over competitive pressures from Google's AI research project and Meta's bidding strategy are premature and overblown.
Sony Group's entertainment giant reported a 12% year-over-year decline in fiscal third-quarter sales, dragged down by weaker theatrical and television production results, while its music and gaming divisions continued to show robust growth.
Shares of industrial coatings and galvanizing giant AZZ have soared over 200% in three years, leaving investors to grapple with a critical question: has the stock run too far, too fast? We dive into the conflicting signals from valuation models and market sentiment.
Microsoft's record capital expenditure on its in-house Maia AI chip and data centers tests investor resolve as shares retreat from recent highs, even as the company expands its AI ecosystem across key industries.
