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Corteva Charts Course Through Corporate Split, Eyes Strong 2026 on Seed Strength and Bayer Deal

Corteva Inc. concluded a "strong" 2025 and provided a detailed roadmap for its planned corporate separation in the latter half of 2026, while updating financial guidance. Key drivers include robust seed performance, a strategic resolution with Bayer, and an expected return to royalty neutrality ahead of schedule.

Feb 5, 2026

Business

Tether's USDT Hits 534 Million Users Amid Market Downturn, Fueling Dominance and Stability Debate

Tether's flagship stablecoin continues to expand its user base and reserves even as the broader crypto market contracts, solidifying its critical role in digital asset infrastructure while raising fresh questions about systemic risks.

Feb 5, 2026

Business

XRP Plunges 24% as Panic Selling Overwhelms Historical Support Levels

XRP faces its steepest weekly decline in months, breaking below key support as a surge in exchange inflows and loss-driven transactions signal deepening investor anxiety. Analysts warn the next critical test lies at $1.28.

Feb 5, 2026

Business

Beauty Giant Coty Taps OpenAI to Power Global Operations Amid Strategic Uncertainty

Coty Inc. has entered a strategic partnership with OpenAI to integrate advanced AI tools across its worldwide organization, aiming to boost efficiency and collaboration. The move comes as analysts express caution over the company's near-term prospects following a price target cut and looming challenges.

Feb 5, 2026

Business

LG Display Posts First Annual Profit in Four Years, Pivots Strategy Toward AI-Driven Display Solutions

LG Display reports a mixed fourth quarter for 2025, with revenue beating estimates but losses persisting due to currency headwinds. The company nonetheless achieved its first full-year profit since 2021, crediting cost innovation and a strategic shift toward high-value OLED and AI-integrated panels.

Feb 5, 2026

Business

Insider Bets Signal Value in Europe's Overlooked Small-Cap Stocks

Amid a tentative European economic recovery, savvy investors are turning to small-cap companies where insider buying activity hints at undervalued potential. We examine three such firms across manufacturing, gaming, and industrials.

Feb 5, 2026

Business

Sony's Gaming and Imaging Units Power 22% Profit Surge, Offsetting Film Division Slowdown

Strong performance from PlayStation and image sensor divisions drove Sony's quarterly operating profit to $3.28 billion, prompting an upward revision of its full-year forecast, even as its Pictures business faced a quieter release schedule.

Feb 5, 2026

Business

Beyond the Blue Chips: Three European Small-Caps Poised for Growth

As the STOXX Europe 600 inches higher on a wave of earnings optimism, a discerning look beyond the large-cap indices reveals compelling, under-the-radar opportunities. We analyze three small-cap stocks from Germany, Switzerland, and Poland that combine strong fundamentals with attractive valuations in today's complex market.

Feb 5, 2026

Business

Altman Calls Out Anthropic's Super Bowl Ad as 'Dishonest' Amid AI Ad Wars

OpenAI's CEO Sam Altman acknowledges the humor in rival Anthropic's Super Bowl spot mocking ChatGPT ads but criticizes its portrayal as misleading, while hinting at OpenAI's own upcoming ad focusing on AI accessibility.

Feb 5, 2026

US

Teen Driver Killed in Malibu Canyon Crash as Tesla Plunges Off Mountain Road

A juvenile driver died Wednesday morning after their Tesla Model S veered off Malibu Canyon Road, went airborne, and crashed into a ravine. The California Highway Patrol is investigating the cause of the single-vehicle accident.

Feb 5, 2026

Business

Okta Beats Guidance and Gains AI Traction, But Can It Close the Valuation Gap?

Identity management leader Okta surpasses analyst expectations with strong forward guidance and reports early success in its AI agent business. However, the market's muted response highlights persistent concerns over its valuation and long-term growth trajectory amidst a challenging share price history.

Feb 5, 2026

Business

Glanbia Shares Surge: Is the Nutrition Giant Still Undervalued After a 17% Monthly Rally?

Glanbia's (ISE: GL9) share price has climbed to €16.75, fueled by a strong one-month performance. While a discounted cash flow analysis suggests the stock remains undervalued, its lofty P/E ratio raises questions about whether the market has already priced in future growth. We examine the conflicting signals for investors.

Feb 5, 2026

Business

WH Smith's Rocky Road: A Three-Year Slump Tests Investor Patience Amid Recent Gains

While WH Smith's shares have seen an 11% uptick recently, long-term investors are grappling with a 59% plunge over three years. We examine the underlying business performance, insider sentiment, and whether this signals a fragile turnaround or deeper challenges.

Feb 5, 2026

Business

Essex Property Trust: A Deep Value Play or Value Trap? Analysts Weigh In After Stock Slump

Shares of Essex Property Trust (ESS) have underperformed the broader market over the past year, declining over 11%. However, recent analysis suggests the residential REIT may be trading at a significant discount to its intrinsic value. We examine the metrics and the market sentiment surrounding this West Coast-focused landlord.

Feb 5, 2026

Business

Equinox Gold Surges on AI-Backed Discoveries at Minotaur and Frank Zones

Equinox Gold (TSX:EQX) shares have rallied sharply following confirmation of high-grade gold discoveries at its Minotaur and Frank zones, aided by AI-guided exploration. The news has reignited debate over the miner's valuation and growth trajectory in a volatile gold market.

Feb 5, 2026

Business

Kraft Heinz in the Spotlight: Earnings, Options Surge, and Corporate Split Fuel Valuation Debate

As Kraft Heinz (KHC) approaches its February earnings report, a confluence of factors—anticipated earnings decline, heightened options activity, and a planned business separation—has investors and analysts scrutinizing whether the stock's recent momentum signals genuine value or speculative froth.

Feb 5, 2026

Business

Churchill Downs Stock Slump: A Buying Opportunity or a Sign of Deeper Trouble?

Shares of Churchill Downs Incorporated have tumbled over 20% in the past year, significantly underperforming the broader market and its peers. While a standard valuation analysis suggests the stock is deeply undervalued, the persistent decline raises questions about investor sentiment and the company's near-term outlook in a shifting economic landscape.

Feb 5, 2026

Business

Lam Research Bolsters Leadership and Forges Key Alliance to Capture AI Chip Manufacturing Momentum

Lam Research announces a new COO, a strategic board appointment, and a multi-year R&D partnership with CEA Leti, positioning the semiconductor equipment giant at the forefront of the AI and high-performance computing wave.

Feb 5, 2026

Business

Boston Scientific Caps Strong 2025 with Double-Digit Growth, Eyes Further Expansion Through Strategic Acquisitions

Boston Scientific (NYSE: BSX) reported robust fourth-quarter and full-year 2025 results, exceeding guidance on key metrics. The medical device leader issued confident 2026 forecasts, underpinned by broad-based performance, margin expansion, and an active pipeline of tuck-in acquisitions like the pending Penumbra deal.

Feb 5, 2026

Business

Lucky Strike Entertainment Posts Modest Growth, Signals Turnaround in Events Business

Lucky Strike Entertainment reports a slight uptick in same-store sales and early signs of recovery in its long-struggling events segment. Executives outline a shift towards tighter cost control and pin hopes on newly acquired seasonal assets to boost earnings later this year.

Feb 5, 2026