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PayPal Holdings Inc. delivered a disappointing fourth-quarter earnings report and a profit forecast for 2026 that fell short of analyst expectations, sending its shares tumbling. The payments giant cited a pullback in U.S. consumer spending and a slowdown in its core branded checkout business. In a major leadership shift, the company announced HP Inc.'s Enrique Lores will take over as President and CEO effective March 1.
A wave of liquidations hit crypto markets over the weekend, pushing Bitcoin below a key psychological level. Analysts point to a confluence of macro pressures and fragile positioning behind the sharp decline.
As freezing temperatures grip much of the nation, federal regulators and consumer advocates are sounding the alarm on a predictable spike in sophisticated scams targeting utility customers. Experts urge vigilance and verification before any payment.
Adobe's stock outlook softens as multiple analysts adjust ratings and price targets, citing increased competition in creative software and a lack of near-term catalysts, despite its strong market position.
Following its quarterly earnings, ServiceNow (NOW) retains strong buy ratings from major analysts who see the recent stock dip as a buying window for a premium AI-driven workflow platform.
Salesforce lands a decade-long, multi-billion dollar defense contract while its AI-powered Agentforce platform shows explosive growth, reinforcing analyst confidence in the cloud giant's expansion.
Morgan Stanley and RBC Capital have both lowered their price targets for Oracle (ORCL), citing concerns over the capital intensity of its GPU-as-a-Service expansion and the near-term pressure on software firms navigating the AI transition.
Following Microsoft's Q2 FY2026 results, Raymond James and Piper Sandler have revised their price targets downward, citing a strategic reallocation of resources toward first-party applications and internal R&D, which is tempering near-term Azure growth expectations.
Axsome Therapeutics (AXSM) reported preliminary 2025 revenue of $638.5 million, a 66% year-over-year surge that exceeded analyst forecasts, driven by the blockbuster performance of its depression treatment AUVELITY.
A recent intrinsic value analysis suggests shares of UK facilities management giant Mitie Group plc (LON:MTO) may be trading at a significant discount to their estimated fair value, presenting a potential opportunity for investors.
LPL Financial has secured commitments from over 80% of Commonwealth Financial's advisors following its August acquisition, making progress toward its 90% retention goal. The firm reported an 11% rise in quarterly net income, bolstered by strong market performance and growing assets.
In a sweeping push for online safety, Spanish Prime Minister Pedro Sanchez announced plans to prohibit social media access for minors under 16 and enforce robust age-verification systems, positioning Spain alongside a growing European coalition tackling digital harms.
Guinea's President Mamady Doumbouya has unveiled a new cabinet following his election victory, retaining the mines minister critical to the nation's vast mineral wealth while reshuffling finance, justice, and security roles.
French prosecutors have expanded their investigation into Elon Musk's X platform, citing concerns over its AI chatbot Grok and alleging a range of serious violations. Musk has been summoned to appear before investigators in Paris this April.
A wave of regulatory action is sweeping across continents as governments, citing mounting mental health and safety concerns, impose new age restrictions and bans on social media access for minors. Australia leads with a landmark under-16 ban, while European nations and others follow with similar proposals.
Spain's government has unveiled a sweeping plan to prohibit minors under 16 from accessing social media platforms, requiring robust age-verification systems. Prime Minister Pedro Sanchez framed the move as a critical step to shield youth from online harms, aligning with a broader European regulatory push.
A coalition of activist groups, emboldened by Health Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr.'s influence and a landmark law in Idaho, is launching a coordinated campaign to challenge or repeal vaccine requirements in multiple states this year, raising public health concerns.
A surprise expansion in U.S. factory activity throws a curveball into the Fed easing narrative, while corporate deals and delayed government data keep traders on their toes. From SpaceX's AI acquisition to a U.S.-India trade pact, here's what's moving global markets.
The European Commission has escalated its scrutiny of China's Goldwind, opening an in-depth investigation under new powers to examine whether foreign subsidies granted to the turbine manufacturer have distorted the EU's single market.
