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Array Digital Infrastructure's Rebrand: A Strategic Pivot Amid Market Volatility

Following its August 2025 rebrand from U.S. Cellular, Array Digital Infrastructure (AD) is navigating mixed investor sentiment. While short-term share price weakness contrasts with strong multi-year returns, analysts debate whether the company's focus on wireless infrastructure presents a buying opportunity or signals challenges ahead.

Feb 3, 2026

Business

Reddit's Ad Data Push: A Quiet Bet on Measurable Growth Ahead of Earnings

As Reddit gears up for its February 2026 earnings, its deepening ad tech integrations aim to convince marketers—and investors—that its platform can translate buzz into measurable business outcomes. But with a rich valuation and mixed analyst outlook, the path to profitable scale remains under scrutiny.

Feb 3, 2026

Business

Beyond the FTSE Gloom: Three Sub-£400M UK Stocks Catching Investors' Eyes

Amid broader market pressures, a closer look at the UK's small-cap segment reveals potential opportunities. We examine three companies—CyanConnode, TPXimpact, and Gulf Keystone Petroleum—navigating challenges while showing flashes of promise for risk-tolerant investors.

Feb 3, 2026

Business

Sirius Real Estate Outperforms Market, Delivering 34% Total Return to Investors

While passive funds track the market, active stock selection can yield superior gains. Sirius Real Estate (LON:SRE) shareholders have enjoyed a 34% total return over the past year, significantly outpacing the FTSE. However, longer-term performance and valuation metrics suggest a more nuanced picture for the commercial property firm.

Feb 3, 2026

Business

Vitalik Buterin Diverts $1.6M in Ethereum to Fund Philanthropic and Tech Initiatives

Ethereum co-founder Vitalik Buterin has executed planned sales of over 700 ETH, channeling approximately $1.63 million to his charitable organization Kanro and long-term development projects, with minimal market impact.

Feb 3, 2026

Business

Crypto Markets Bounce Back: Bitcoin Eyes $79K After Weekend Plunge Tests Key Support

Major cryptocurrencies staged a relief rally on Monday, with Bitcoin reclaiming ground near $79,000 after a brutal sell-off over the weekend tested critical price floors and triggered massive liquidations.

Feb 3, 2026

Business

ING Germany Opens Crypto Door for Retail Investors with Regulated ETN Offering

ING Deutschland now allows its retail banking customers to invest in Bitcoin, Ethereum, and Solana through regulated, bank-integrated Exchange-Traded Notes, marking a significant step in traditional finance's embrace of digital assets.

Feb 3, 2026

Business

CAB Payments Rejects Sweetened Take-Private Bid, Citing Undervaluation and Growth Strategy

The board of the London-listed payments firm has unanimously rejected a revised $1.15-per-share offer from a consortium led by Helios Investment Partners, calling the bid 'highly opportunistic' and failing to reflect the company's future prospects.

Feb 3, 2026

World

Norwegian Royal Family Faces Dual Crises as Step-Son's Rape Trial Opens Amid Epstein Email Revelations

Norway's revered monarchy is navigating unprecedented turbulence this week, with the Crown Prince's stepson standing trial on serious assault charges while newly released court documents reveal intimate email exchanges between Crown Princess Mette-Marit and convicted sex offender Jeffrey Epstein.

Feb 3, 2026

World

Truce Shattered: Kyiv, Kharkiv Endure Renewed Russian Strikes Amid Deep Freeze

A brief humanitarian pause brokered by the U.S. collapsed as Russia launched fresh attacks on Ukrainian cities, targeting energy infrastructure during a severe cold snap that has seen temperatures plummet below -20°C.

Feb 3, 2026

Business

Seeking Shelter in Dividends: Three UK Stocks Offering Yields Up to 6.3% Amid Market Uncertainty

As the FTSE 100 wobbles on global economic concerns, income-focused investors are turning to dividend payers for stability. We analyze three UK-listed companies offering compelling yields, weighing their income potential against sustainability and market risks.

Feb 3, 2026

Business

Bernstein Lifts IBM Price Target to $330 on Strong Q4, But Cautions on 'Full' Valuation Amid AI Sector Risks

Bernstein analysts have raised their price target for IBM following a robust fourth-quarter earnings beat, yet warn the stock's valuation appears stretched as the tech giant navigates AI-driven pressures on its core software and consulting businesses.

Feb 3, 2026

Business

Analysts See Palantir's Recent Pullback as a Strategic Entry Point for AI Investors

William Blair upgrades Palantir Technologies (PLTR) to 'Outperform,' arguing that a recent 30% decline in share price presents a buying opportunity for the AI and data analytics leader, citing strong government and commercial momentum.

Feb 3, 2026

Business

Evercore Drops Apple from Tactical List Despite Strong Quarterly Beat, Citing AI Investment Shift

Apple posts robust Q1 earnings, surpassing revenue and EPS estimates, yet Evercore ISI removes the tech giant from its tactical outperform list, signaling a strategic pivot towards other AI opportunities.

Feb 3, 2026

Business

Wedbush Bullish on Amazon Ahead of Q4 Earnings, Eyes $340 Target on AWS Momentum

Analyst Dan Ives of Wedbush reiterates an Outperform rating on Amazon, citing robust cloud growth and a positive setup for the upcoming quarterly report. The firm forecasts strong operating income and sees 2026 as a potential inflection year for AWS.

Feb 3, 2026

Business

Nintendo Holds Steady on Profit and Switch 2 Sales Forecasts Amid Market Headwinds

Nintendo reaffirms its full-year operating profit forecast of ¥370 billion and Switch 2 sales target of 19 million units, navigating supply chain challenges and investor scrutiny over the new console's long-term momentum.

Feb 3, 2026

Business

Xiaomi's Stock Slump: A Buying Opportunity or a Sign of Deeper Trouble?

Xiaomi's shares have retreated sharply, down nearly 13% over the past month. While long-term investors remain in profit, the recent pullback raises questions about whether the tech giant is now undervalued or if market concerns over smartphone competition and EV investments are justified.

Feb 3, 2026

Business

Chevron Bets Big on Venezuela Amid Record Output and Dividend Hike

Chevron's latest earnings reveal a strategy doubling down on cash-generating upstream growth, highlighted by a dividend increase and a high-stakes push to boost Venezuelan production. As the oil giant integrates its Hess acquisition, investors weigh the balance of geopolitical risk against potential rewards.

Feb 3, 2026

Business

Newmark Group Secures Major Deals in PENN District and Multifamily Sector, Spotlight Returns to Valuation

Newmark Group is back in the headlines following two significant mandates: leading the retail transformation at Vornado's PENN District and arranging a $690 million refinancing for a large multifamily portfolio. This comes as the firm's strong long-term shareholder returns contrast with its modest year-to-date stock performance, raising questions about its current market valuation.

Feb 3, 2026

Business

Dimon's Davos Clash with Crypto, Trump's $5B Lawsuit Spotlight JPMorgan's Tumultuous Week

JPMorgan Chase faces dual fronts of disruption as CEO Jamie Dimon's public critique of stablecoins at Davos highlights escalating tensions with the crypto sector, while a major lawsuit from former President Donald Trump alleges political bias, placing the banking giant's strategy and resilience under intense scrutiny.

Feb 3, 2026