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Bristol-Myers Squibb's Pipeline in Focus: Key Clinical Data Readouts Could Catalyze Stock Rebound

Analysts at Leerink Partners have raised their price target for Bristol-Myers Squibb (BMY), highlighting a series of pivotal clinical trial results expected in 2025. The firm sees significant upside potential as the market currently undervalues the company's robust pipeline, despite near-term earnings adjustments.

Feb 3, 2026

Business

PayPal's Path Forward: BTIG Stays Neutral as Q4 Earnings Loom Amid Growth Concerns

Analyst firm BTIG maintains a Neutral stance on PayPal ahead of its Q4 2025 report, citing a 19% stock decline since last quarter and a projected slowdown in growth for the coming fiscal year.

Feb 3, 2026

Business

ChargePoint's Story in Flux: Analysts Recalibrate Expectations Amid Price Target Resets

While ChargePoint's core valuation model remains steady, a wave of analyst price target cuts, including a notable $5 target from Goldman Sachs, signals a market reassessing the EV charging network's path to profitability and cash flow management.

Feb 3, 2026

Business

Factory Data Fuels Early Gains for US Futures as Investors Weigh Growth Against Rates

S&P 500 and Nasdaq futures edged higher Tuesday morning, buoyed by a stronger-than-expected reading on U.S. manufacturing activity. The January ISM PMI reading of 52.6 suggests the sector is expanding, though steady Treasury yields near 4.27% remind markets that the Federal Reserve's higher-for-longer rate stance remains a headwind for some sectors.

Feb 3, 2026

World

Post-New START Era Dawns: Russia Declares Readiness for Unconstrained Nuclear Landscape

With the New START treaty set to expire, a senior Russian diplomat states Moscow is prepared for a world without bilateral nuclear arms limits, raising global concerns over a potential new arms race and the erosion of decades of strategic stability.

Feb 3, 2026

Business

Walmart's Leadership Reshuffle and US-India Trade Shift Set Stage for Strategic Pivot

As John Furner assumes the CEO role, Walmart navigates a dual transition: a refreshed executive team and a changing global trade landscape. The recent US-India tariff agreement adds a critical dimension to the retail giant's sourcing and market strategy in a key growth region.

Feb 3, 2026

Business

Open Text's Steep Slide Sparks Value Debate: Is the Software Giant Undervalued?

Shares of enterprise software provider Open Text (OTEX) have tumbled across all major timeframes, pushing its valuation into the spotlight. With a significant gap between its current price and a key fair value estimate, investors are weighing whether this is a buying opportunity or a sign of deeper challenges.

Feb 3, 2026

Business

Dover's Billion-Dollar Buyback and Steady 2026 Outlook: A Bet on Stability Over Spectacle

Dover Corporation concludes a massive $1.04 billion share repurchase while projecting measured growth for 2026, signaling a firm commitment to shareholder returns amidst ongoing earnings volatility. We analyze what this disciplined capital strategy means for investors.

Feb 3, 2026

Business

Alphabet Bets Big: Waymo Secures Record $16B for Global Robotaxi Push, While Gemini AI Lands Major European Telecom Deal

Alphabet makes dual strategic moves, backing Waymo's ambitious international expansion with a massive funding round and securing a key enterprise AI partnership for its Gemini models with Liberty Global across Europe.

Feb 3, 2026

Business

Options Traders Bet on Match Group Turnaround Ahead of Earnings

Unusually high options activity signals investor focus on Match Group's upcoming earnings, as improving Tinder metrics clash with long-term share price declines and rising competition in the dating app space.

Feb 3, 2026

Business

Beyond the Penny Stock Stigma: Three Global Companies With Market Caps Above $800 Million Warrant Investor Attention

Amid a cautious market environment, a select group of penny stocks boasting market capitalizations over US$800 million and distinct financial profiles are drawing scrutiny from growth-oriented investors seeking value beyond conventional blue chips.

Feb 3, 2026

Business

Crypto Markets Rebound with $100B Surge: Bitcoin's Recovery and the Macro Factors Fueling It

Following a sharp weekend sell-off, the cryptocurrency market has staged a robust recovery, adding over $100 billion in value. Bitcoin leads the charge, climbing back above $78,000 as easing geopolitical tensions and positive regulatory developments bolster investor sentiment.

Feb 3, 2026

Business

Virtuals Protocol Launches '60-Day Trial' for Crypto Founders, Offering Reversible Token Launches

Virtuals Protocol has unveiled a novel '60 Days' framework, allowing early-stage Web3 founders to publicly test their tokens and products with a built-in exit option. The initiative comes as the protocol's native token, VIRTUAL, shows tentative signs of recovery amid recent market volatility.

Feb 3, 2026

Business

GE Vernova Completes Full Acquisition of Prolec GE in $5.28 Billion Deal, Bolstering North American Grid Infrastructure

GE Vernova finalizes its takeover of the remaining 50% stake in the transformer manufacturing joint venture Prolec GE, integrating its operations and 10,000-strong workforce to meet rising grid demands across the Americas.

Feb 3, 2026

Business

UK Regulator Slams Brakes on Markerstudy's Expansion Over Governance Concerns

The Financial Conduct Authority has imposed significant growth restrictions on insurance group Markerstudy, citing weaknesses in leadership and financial controls, a move that complicates its acquisition strategy and potential IPO.

Feb 3, 2026

Business

Coherent Eyes Another Beat as Q4 Earnings Loom: Key Metrics and Market Sentiment

Coherent Corp. is set to report its fiscal fourth-quarter results after Wednesday's closing bell. With a strong track record of surpassing estimates, investors are watching for signs of sustained growth in the materials and photonics sector amid mixed peer performance.

Feb 3, 2026

Business

Beyond the Office vs. Remote Debate: The New Talent War Is Over Control of the Clock

As work-life balance eclipses salary as a top priority, a seismic shift is underway. The defining workplace conflict of 2024 is no longer about *where* people work, but *when*. Experts argue that granting 'time autonomy'—control over schedules and focus blocks—is now the critical lever for talent retention and performance.

Feb 3, 2026

Business

Insider Confidence: A Key Signal for Investors in Volatile Global Markets

Amidst market uncertainty, companies where leadership holds significant stakes are drawing investor attention. We analyze three high-growth firms from Saudi Arabia, China, and Taiwan where strong insider ownership aligns with ambitious expansion plans.

Feb 3, 2026

Business

Seeking Stability: Three Global Dividend Stocks Offering Yields Up to 4.3%

Amidst economic uncertainty and shifting monetary policy, income-focused investors are turning to dividend stocks for reliable returns. We analyze three Japanese companies offering yields between 3.2% and 4.3%, weighing their income potential against sustainability concerns.

Feb 3, 2026

Arizona Sounds Alarm as Crypto ATM Fraud Spirals, Costing Residents Millions

Arizona's Attorney General has issued a stark warning as losses from crypto kiosk scams surpass $177 million in the state this year. Amid a nationwide crackdown, new laws and lawsuits target an industry accused of enabling fraud against vulnerable consumers.

Feb 3, 2026