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Business

Eagle Materials Navigates Mixed Construction Landscape with Strong Heavy Materials Performance in Q3

Eagle Materials (NYSE: EXP) posted resilient fiscal Q3 2026 results, with revenue reaching $556 million and EPS at $3.22. While wallboard sales softened, robust growth in cement and aggregates, fueled by infrastructure spending, highlights a strategic pivot. The company also outlined operational efficiency drives and a fortified balance sheet.

Jan 30, 2026

Business

Grab Appoints New Independent Director as It Doubles Down on Grocery, Fintech and Autonomous Vehicle Ambitions

Southeast Asian super app Grab Holdings has appointed Laura Franco to its board, succeeding the retiring Ng Shin Ein. The move signals a governance refresh aimed at steering the company's aggressive expansion into on-demand grocery, financial technology, and next-generation mobility partnerships.

Jan 30, 2026

Business

Epstein Files Reveal Early Crypto Rivalry: 2014 Email Shows Bitcoin Insiders Saw Ripple as Strategic Threat

A newly surfaced 2014 email from the Jeffrey Epstein documents reveals Bitcoin-aligned executives warning investors about backing rival projects like Ripple. Some XRP proponents are framing the disclosure as validation of the token's early significance, though market momentum remains bearish.

Feb 2, 2026

Business

Beneath the Calm: The 2026 Logistics Landscape Demands New Strategies as Hidden Costs Rise

While carrier capacity and reliability show signs of recovery, a new FreightWaves white paper reveals a more complex and unforgiving cost environment emerging for 2026. Shippers must navigate a labyrinth of rules, fees, and contract nuances that are quietly driving up expenses.

Feb 2, 2026

Business

AMD and GIGABYTE Forge Deeper Alliance, Bringing On-Device AI to Mainstream Gaming and Creator PCs

GIGABYTE is expanding its strategic partnership with AMD to launch a new generation of AI-enhanced gaming laptops, motherboards, and monitors. This collaboration integrates AMD's Ryzen AI and 3D V-Cache technologies directly into consumer hardware, aiming to deliver tangible benefits in gaming smoothness, system stability, and creative workflow acceleration.

Feb 2, 2026

Business

Stifel Trims Altria Price Target Amid Cost Pressures, Maintains Buy on Dividend Strength

Stifel Nicolaus lowered its price target on Altria Group (MO) by $4 to $68, citing higher-than-expected operating costs. Despite near-term headwinds, the firm reaffirmed its Buy rating, pointing to the tobacco giant's resilient dividend profile and long-term earnings guidance.

Feb 2, 2026

Business

Beyond the Volatility: Three Tech Stocks Poised for Growth in a Shifting Market

Amidst a mixed economic backdrop, we spotlight three U.S. tech companies—Rumble, Daktronics, and Sandisk—whose strategic initiatives and robust growth projections set them apart for investors looking beyond near-term turbulence.

Feb 2, 2026

Business

Navigating the Russell 2000: One Stock to Watch, Two to Approach with Caution

While small-cap stocks offer significant growth potential, their volatility demands careful selection. We analyze one standout and two struggling companies in the Russell 2000 index this week.

Feb 2, 2026

Business

Institutional Investors Hold the Reins at Marten Transport, Comprising 61% of Ownership

A deep dive into the shareholder structure of Marten Transport, Ltd. (NASDAQ:MRTN) reveals a landscape dominated by institutional investors, whose collective actions can significantly sway the stock's trajectory. With the CEO also holding a substantial stake, we examine the balance of power and what it means for the company's future.

Feb 2, 2026

The AI-Powered "Micro-Team": Reid Hoffman Claims 15 Workers With AI Can Outpace 150 Without

LinkedIn co-founder Reid Hoffman argues that AI-native startups, by building custom solutions for precise problems, are enabling tiny teams to achieve output once requiring ten times the headcount, fundamentally reshaping productivity and competition.

Feb 2, 2026

Business

Beyond the Numbers: Five Critical Questions Analysts Posed to W.R. Berkley After Q4 Earnings

W.R. Berkley's Q4 earnings presented a mixed picture, meeting profit forecasts but missing on revenue. While management highlighted disciplined underwriting and tech-driven efficiency, analysts probed deeper into the challenges of competition, pricing, and strategic adaptation in a shifting market.

Feb 2, 2026

Business

Triumph Financial Beats Q4 Estimates, But Market Skepticism Persists Amid Trucking Headwinds

Despite reporting revenue and earnings that topped Wall Street forecasts, Triumph Financial's stock fell post-earnings. While management pointed to strength in its payments network and cost controls, analysts on the call focused on persistent challenges in the freight sector and the sustainability of margins.

Feb 2, 2026

Business

Beyond the Headlines: Three Middle Eastern Small-Caps Poised for Growth Amid Market Volatility

While geopolitical tensions have rattled regional markets, a closer look reveals resilient smaller companies in the GCC and Turkey offering unique value propositions. We analyze three firms with market caps under $900 million in the education, packaging, and industrial sectors.

Feb 2, 2026

World

From Solidarity to Scrutiny: How Ukraine's View on Palestine Is Evolving Amid War and Shifting Alliances

As the war in Ukraine grinds on and U.S. support appears to waver, a nuanced public debate over Gaza is emerging in Kyiv, challenging earlier unequivocal backing for Israel and revealing complex parallels in perceived injustice.

Feb 2, 2026

US

FAA Chief Takes Responsibility for Systemic Failures in Fatal Helicopter Collision

At a Singapore aviation conference, FAA Administrator Bryan Bedford publicly accepted the NTSB's findings that agency failures contributed to a mid-air collision that claimed 67 lives, vowing to implement safety reforms.

Feb 2, 2026

Business

Allegion Doubles Down on Smart Security to Cement Institutional Market Position

Allegion (NYSE: ALLE) is accelerating its strategic shift toward integrated smart security platforms, emphasizing digital credentials, connected locks, and cloud-based access control to meet growing demand from commercial and institutional clients.

Feb 2, 2026

US

Rare Sighting: Satellite-Tagged Great White Shark 'Ernst' Ventures Deep into Gulf of Mexico

A 12-foot great white shark, tracked from Nova Scotia, has been detected in the Mississippi Sound, marking an unusual westward migration into the Gulf and offering clues about the region's marine health.

Feb 2, 2026

Business

First Business Financial Services Caps 2025 with Strong Quarter, Navigates Isolated CRE Challenge

First Business Financial Services (FBIZ) reported robust 2025 results, driven by resilient margins and core deposit growth, while detailing a contained credit issue in its commercial real estate portfolio and outlining double-digit growth targets for the coming year.

Jan 30, 2026

Business

Bloomin' Brands Faces Headwinds: Debt, Stagnant Sales Cloud Outlook

Shares of restaurant operator Bloomin' Brands have tumbled over 35% in six months, raising questions about its financial health and growth trajectory as analysts flag significant risks.

Jan 30, 2026

Business

Tesla's Driverless Taxis Hit Austin Streets as Berkshire's New CEO Charts a Course and Markets Eye 24/7 Trading

A pivotal week in business saw Tesla's long-awaited robotaxis begin operations without safety drivers, signaling a new phase in autonomous mobility. Meanwhile, Greg Abel's early moves at Berkshire Hathaway hint at a potential strategic shift, and a push for tokenized, round-the-clock stock trading raises questions about the future of finance.

Jan 30, 2026