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ASM International's Five-Year Surge: How a Semiconductor Equipment Maker Delivered 26% Annual Returns

Shares of Dutch semiconductor capital equipment leader ASM International have soared over 210% in the past five years, driven by robust earnings growth and strategic positioning in key chipmaking technologies. While recent monthly gains of 28% turn heads, long-term investors have enjoyed a total shareholder return exceeding 220%, underscoring the company's alignment with enduring industry demands.

Feb 3, 2026

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Venture Capital's Late-Stage Bias Leaves Early Biotechs Scrambling for Funds

A J.P. Morgan report reveals a growing funding chasm in biopharma, as venture capital flocks to de-risked late-stage companies, forcing early-stage innovators to pivot toward licensing deals and strategic partnerships for survival.

Feb 3, 2026

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Starling Bank Eyes U.S. Market with Core Banking Tech, Targets Deal by Early 2025

The UK digital challenger bank is pitching its proprietary 'Engine' platform to mid-sized American financial institutions, betting on outdated systems and market consolidation to drive demand.

Feb 3, 2026

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Fieldguide Secures $75 Million to Power Audit Industry's AI Transformation

The AI-native platform for audit and advisory firms closes a Series C round led by Goldman Sachs, aiming to scale its model of human-AI collaboration in a $700 million valuation milestone.

Feb 3, 2026

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5N Plus Secures Major US Grant, Expands Space Solar Capacity to Meet Critical Tech Demands

Backed by an $18.1 million U.S. government grant, materials specialist 5N Plus is scaling its high-purity germanium recycling and boosting space-grade solar cell production, positioning itself at the nexus of defense, AI infrastructure, and global connectivity supply chains.

Feb 3, 2026

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Nintendo's Switch 2 Drives Record Profits, Defying Industry Slowdown

Buoyed by blockbuster demand for its latest hybrid console, Nintendo reports a 51% surge in nine-month profit, with sales nearly doubling to $12 billion. The gaming giant remains on track for a record fiscal year.

Feb 3, 2026

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Indonesia Bets $6 Billion on State Textile Giant to Counter Tariffs, Revive Industry

Indonesia is launching a massive state-owned textile enterprise backed by its sovereign wealth fund, aiming to shield the sector from U.S. tariffs and foreign competition. While the government sees it as a necessary lifeline, critics warn it could stifle private investment and crush smaller players.

Feb 3, 2026

Business

Beyond the AI Boom: How Nvidia and Broadcom Are Fueling the Next Wave of Tech Giants

As private AI leaders like Anthropic project staggering revenue growth, the spotlight turns to the public-market hardware titans whose chips form the backbone of this expansion. Nvidia and Broadcom are positioned as critical, long-term beneficiaries.

Feb 3, 2026

Business

German Powerhouse FRIWO's Capital Efficiency Soars, Outpacing Industry Peers

The German electrical equipment manufacturer FRIWO AG demonstrates a masterclass in capital allocation, with its return on capital employed (ROCE) surging to an impressive 48%. This marks a dramatic turnaround from losses five years ago, achieved without a significant increase in its capital base, highlighting operational transformation and efficient reinvestment.

Feb 3, 2026

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SiTime Nears $3 Billion Acquisition of Renesas Timing Unit in Major Chip Industry Consolidation

Silicon Valley's SiTime Corp. is finalizing a landmark deal to acquire the timing device division of Japan's Renesas Electronics, a move set to reshape the semiconductor landscape for wireless and AI infrastructure.

Feb 3, 2026

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Arcellx Stock Soars 116% in Three Years: Is the Biotech Still a Buy at Current Levels?

Arcellx shares have delivered stellar multi-year gains, prompting investors to question if the rally still has room to run. A deep dive into valuation metrics reveals a complex picture, with discounted cash flow models pointing to significant upside while price-to-book ratios suggest a more cautious stance.

Feb 3, 2026

Business

Beyond the Big Tech Earnings: Why AI Infrastructure Deals Are Stealing the Spotlight

As hyperscalers like Amazon prepare to report earnings, the focus is shifting from quarterly sales to massive capital investments in AI infrastructure and strategic partnerships with GPU-as-a-service providers.

Feb 3, 2026

Business

Another Forbes 30 Under 30 Star Faces Federal Fraud Charges: Fintech Founder Accused of Deceiving Investors

Gökçe Güven, CEO of rewards startup Kalder and a 2023 Forbes 30 Under 30 honoree, is charged with securities fraud, wire fraud, and visa fraud. Prosecutors allege she used falsified data to raise millions from investors.

Feb 3, 2026

Business

TSMC's Global Dominance and AI Boom Fuel Bullish Investment Thesis

Taiwan Semiconductor Manufacturing Company (TSMC) continues to solidify its position as the indispensable engine of the global tech industry. Driven by insatiable AI demand and strategic global expansion, the chipmaking titan's financial performance and long-term outlook are drawing intense investor scrutiny and bullish projections.

Feb 3, 2026

Beyond the Hype: Why 2026 Marks the Era of 'Governed Intelligence' for Banking and Finance

The banking, financial services, and insurance (BFSI) sector is poised for a pivotal transformation. As the initial wave of AI and cloud experimentation subsides, 2026 is emerging as the year the industry moves decisively toward operationalizing technology with robust governance, explainability, and compliance at its core.

Feb 3, 2026

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SpaceX Acquires xAI in Historic Deal, Creating $1.25 Trillion Tech Titan

Elon Musk consolidates his AI and aerospace ambitions as SpaceX purchases his controversial AI firm xAI, aiming to build orbital data centers and scale AI using space-based solar power, amidst scrutiny over xAI's past products.

Feb 2, 2026

White House Crypto Talks Hit Impasse Over Stablecoin Yields, Banking Industry Urges Caution

A high-stakes White House meeting between crypto executives and traditional bankers ended without a breakthrough on the contentious issue of stablecoin yields, casting doubt on the timeline for comprehensive market structure legislation. Both sides agreed to continue negotiations under pressure from the administration to reach a compromise this month.

Feb 2, 2026

Business

The Hidden Engine of the Energy Transition: How Green Tech Fuels Fossil Fuel Demand

Record global investments in wind, solar, and EVs are paradoxically driving a surge in demand for coal, oil, and gas, as the production of essential materials like cement and steel remains locked into hydrocarbon-based economies, primarily in Asia.

Feb 2, 2026

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Microsoft's AI Bet Weighs on Shares Despite Record Revenue: Can the Tech Giant Regain Its Footing in 2026?

Despite posting record quarterly revenue driven by its cloud division, Microsoft shares have slumped to an eight-month low following its Q2 FY2026 earnings. The sell-off highlights investor concerns over the company's massive capital expenditures on AI infrastructure and its deepening ties to OpenAI.

Feb 2, 2026

Business

Bitcoin's Slide Below $75,000: Analysts Cite Tech Earnings, Metals Volatility, and Fed Uncertainty

Bitcoin struggles to regain momentum after a sharp decline, with analysts pointing to a mix of macroeconomic headwinds and stalled regulatory progress as key factors prolonging the crypto bear market.

Feb 2, 2026