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Take-Two Interactive Surpasses Q4 Revenue Forecasts, Fueled by Strong Franchise Performance and GTA VI Momentum

Video game giant Take-Two Interactive (NASDAQ: TTWO) reported fourth-quarter revenue of $1.70 billion, a 24.9% year-over-year increase that exceeded analyst expectations. The company also provided an optimistic outlook for the coming quarter, with guidance above consensus estimates, despite posting a GAAP loss per share.

Feb 3, 2026

Business

Raymond James Doubles Down on Employee Ownership, Launches Dedicated ESOP Advisory Unit

The financial services firm has tapped industry veteran Mark Buchanan to helm a new team focused on tax-advantaged succession planning for private companies, capitalizing on growing demand for ESOP solutions.

Feb 3, 2026

Business

Designer Brands Joins Early 2026 Retail Layoffs, Citing Need for Agility Amid Sector-Wide Restructuring

Designer Brands Inc., parent company of DSW and several footwear labels, has confirmed a new round of layoffs as part of an organizational restructuring. The move follows a trend of job cuts across the fashion and retail sector, driven by efforts to streamline operations and adapt to shifting market dynamics.

Feb 3, 2026

Business

Jacobs Solutions Surpasses Q4 Estimates on Strong Infrastructure and Digital Consulting Demand

Jacobs Solutions (NYSE: J) reported robust fourth-quarter results for CY2025, with revenue climbing 12.3% year-over-year to $3.29 billion, exceeding analyst forecasts. Adjusted earnings per share also beat expectations, driven by strength in key sectors.

Feb 3, 2026

Business

Internet Computer's AI Pivot: A Fading Crypto's Last Stand or a Phoenix Rising?

While the broader crypto market struggles in 2026, Internet Computer (ICP) is betting its revival on artificial intelligence. Can a 99.5% price decline be reversed by embracing the AI trend, or is this just another desperate rebranding effort?

Feb 3, 2026

Business

Capital Southwest Forges Joint Venture to Amplify Private Credit Clout in Lower Middle Market

The Dallas-based BDC partners with an unnamed asset manager to launch an off-balance-sheet fund targeting senior secured debt, aiming to enhance flexibility and competitive reach.

Feb 3, 2026

Business

Citizens Analyst Bullish on Main Street Capital, Sees Diversification Fueling Growth Through 2026

Citizens analyst Brian McKenna raises Main Street Capital's price target to $74, citing its scale and diversified portfolio as key drivers for steady growth in a shifting private capital landscape. The firm's recent full exit from KBK Industries underscores its successful investment strategy.

Feb 3, 2026

Business

BTIG Taps Dynex Capital as Prime Beneficiary of New Mortgage Policy, Sees 8% NAV Boost

Analysts at BTIG identify mortgage REIT Dynex Capital as a top pick to capitalize on a federal directive for GSEs to purchase up to $200 billion in mortgage-backed securities, a move expected to compress spreads and lift valuations.

Feb 3, 2026

Business

Cantor Fitzgerald Sees Brighter Horizon for REITs in 2026, Highlights LTC's Strategic Shift

Amid a challenging 2025, Cantor Fitzgerald forecasts a more constructive environment for equity REITs next year. LTC Properties, a key player in senior housing, underscores this shift with a major acquisition and a strategic pivot towards its operating portfolio.

Feb 3, 2026

Business

H&R Block Beats Q4 Revenue Forecasts, But Long-Term Growth Questions Linger

The tax preparation giant reported stronger-than-expected fourth-quarter sales, driven by its core services. However, analysts point to slowing demand trends and a challenging road ahead for the seasonal business.

Feb 3, 2026

Business

Evercore ISI Backs Phillips Edison, Citing Grocery-Anchored Centers as Recession-Resistant Bet

Investment firm Evercore ISI initiates coverage on Phillips Edison & Company with an Outperform rating, highlighting its portfolio of necessity-focused retail centers as a key strength in uncertain economic times.

Feb 3, 2026

Business

Barclays Bets on Apple Hospitality REIT with Overweight Rating, Defying Sector Skepticism

Barclays has initiated coverage on Apple Hospitality REIT (NYSE:APLE) with an Overweight rating and a $14 price target, positioning the hotel-focused trust as a standout in a sector often viewed by investors as a short-term play rather than a source of durable returns.

Feb 3, 2026

Business

Institutional Investors Weather Short-Term Dip in Tabcorp Holdings, Maintain Long-Term Confidence

Despite a recent 4.8% weekly slide, institutional backers of Tabcorp Holdings (ASX:TAH) remain significant beneficiaries of the stock's 35% annual gain. With institutions controlling 64% of shares, their influence on board decisions is substantial, though recent volatility underscores the risks of concentrated ownership.

Feb 3, 2026

Business

Clorox Tops Q4 Revenue Forecasts Amid Flat Sales, Mixed Investor Sentiment

The Clorox Company reported fourth-quarter revenue that edged past Wall Street expectations, though sales remained unchanged from the prior year. While the top-line beat provided a bright spot, earnings per share fell short of consensus, highlighting the challenges for the consumer staples giant in a volatile market.

Feb 3, 2026

Business

Wells Fargo Boosts AGNC Target, Sees Fed Rate Cuts Fueling Mortgage REIT's Recovery

Wells Fargo raises AGNC Investment Corp.'s price target to $12, citing anticipated Federal Reserve rate cuts as a key driver for the mortgage REIT's net interest income and book value stability in the coming year.

Feb 3, 2026

Business

Agree Realty's Q4 Deal Flow Meets Guidance, RBC Maintains Bullish Stance Despite Slight Target Trim

RBC Capital has reaffirmed its Outperform rating on Agree Realty Corporation (ADC) while slightly adjusting its price target, noting the REIT's fourth-quarter acquisition activity aligned with its own projections. The firm highlights the company's sustained portfolio growth and robust dividend track record as key pillars of its investment thesis.

Feb 3, 2026

Business

PepsiCo Slashes Prices on Popular Snack Brands Ahead of Super Bowl, Citing Consumer Pressure

In a strategic shift, PepsiCo announces permanent price reductions of up to 15% on flagship snack brands like Lay's, Doritos, and Cheetos, responding to economic strain and aiming to revitalize North American sales.

Feb 3, 2026

World

Oman Emerges as Key Venue as Iran Seeks Direct Nuclear Talks with U.S. Amid Military Buildup

Iran has formally requested direct nuclear negotiations with the United States to be held in Oman this Friday, sources confirm, as regional tensions flare following a series of maritime incidents and a significant U.S. military deployment to the Gulf.

Feb 3, 2026

World

A Journey of Compassion: Buddhist Monks' Cross-Country Peace Walk Captivates a Divided Nation

As a group of Buddhist monks nears the end of their 2,300-mile pilgrimage from Texas to Washington, D.C., their message of unity and peace is drawing unexpectedly large crowds, offering a moment of collective reflection amid national tensions.

Feb 3, 2026

US

California Couple Sentenced to Life Without Parole for Heinous Murders of Two Children

A Lancaster couple has been sentenced to life in prison without the possibility of parole for the 2020 murders of their 13-year-old daughter and 12-year-old son, crimes a prosecutor described as 'monstrous acts of cruelty.'

Feb 3, 2026