As the restaurant industry navigates post-2025 challenges of traffic recovery and margin pressure, the franchise model emerges as a defensive cornerstone for investors, offering scalability and predictable cash flows.
President Trump's pick to lead the Federal Reserve, former governor Kevin Warsh, advocates for a dramatic shift in central bank strategy—shrinking its balance sheet—as the key to lowering mortgage rates, a move that challenges prevailing economic orthodoxy.
Drivers across the Midwest are feeling another pinch at the pump as regional gasoline averages rose for a second consecutive week, now sitting just below the national average.
Axon Enterprise prepares to report Q4 earnings under intense scrutiny, with its high-flying stock under pressure and a major AI acquisition hanging in the balance. Can its public safety tech expansion justify the premium?
A dramatic sell-off in precious metals, led by a record-breaking drop in silver, rattled financial markets on January 30, 2026, as a surging U.S. dollar and shifting expectations for Federal Reserve policy triggered a broad retreat from risk assets.
As gold and silver surge to record highs, Bitcoin's recent slump reignites debate over its viability as a modern safe-haven asset, challenging its long-touted 'digital gold' narrative.
While Riverview Rubber Estates Berhad's share price has declined 12% over three years, trailing the broader market's 26% gain, its total shareholder return tells a more nuanced story. Including dividends, investors would have seen a modest 1.9% return, highlighting the critical role of income in long-term portfolio performance.
New industry data reveals fashion's climate progress has stalled, with coal reliance remaining high and renewable energy adoption minimal. As the easy wins fade, experts call for targeted investment and collective action to tackle the sector's most polluting facilities.
While outlining stabilization efforts in challenged segments like Fibers, Eastman Chemical's leadership emphasized that a sustained recovery hinges on broader end-market demand. The company is betting on strategic projects and chemical recycling to drive future growth amid persistent pricing pressures and global trade dynamics.
Despite reporting a record-breaking $1 billion quarter and bullish long-term guidance, SoFi Technologies' shares are under pressure, testing a key technical level. The sell-off, driven by concerns over recent capital raising, has analysts and investors debating the fintech's true value.
Canadian National Railway reported robust fourth-quarter earnings and improved operational efficiency for 2025, yet management offered a more guarded, volume-dependent outlook for the coming year, citing persistent headwinds from tariffs and a volatile trade environment.
The consumer goods giant reported stronger-than-expected Q4 results, citing growth across key metrics despite inflationary pressures. As it rolls out its ambitious 2030 growth plan, management warns of a volatile global operating environment in the year ahead.
Despite a sharp decline in its share price to a 52-week low, DocuSign finds analyst support holding firm as it launches new AI-enhanced tools. The market appears to be reassessing the e-signature leader's growth trajectory against a backdrop of rising competition and macroeconomic pressures.
High-performance computing specialist One Stop Systems secures a significant initial order from a major aerospace contractor for next-gen in-flight entertainment hardware, as its stock continues a remarkable year-long rally.
Quantum computing firm IonQ has moved to acquire SkyWater Technology, Skyloom Global, and Seed Innovations, aiming to create a comprehensive, end-to-end platform that controls hardware, networking, and software. This vertical integration strategy targets government and enterprise clients seeking secure, full-stack quantum solutions.
Aris Mining (TSX:ARIS) has undertaken a significant corporate restructuring, reinstating founder Neil Woodyer as both Chairman and CEO while outlining elevated production goals for 2026. The move, aimed at streamlining operations, places the company's ambitious Marmato expansion and near-term execution squarely under Woodyer's renewed command.
Amid a slower-than-expected shift to pure electric vehicles, auto supplier BorgWarner is winning investor praise for its strategic bet on hybrid technologies, positioning itself as a critical bridge in the evolving powertrain landscape.
Sources indicate Coterra Energy and Devon Energy are in advanced discussions for a merger that would create a shale giant, raising immediate questions for investors about valuation, future dividends, and the strategic logic behind combining two major players with overlapping portfolios.
LVMH's recent 0.8% single-day gain to €546.9 offers a glimmer of hope after a period of weaker performance, sparking debate among analysts over whether the market is underestimating the luxury conglomerate's long-term resilience and global footprint.
Netflix shares have tumbled from recent highs amid investor skepticism over a potential $72 billion acquisition. Despite the sell-off, some Wall Street firms are upgrading the stock, citing strong fundamentals and a historically attractive valuation.
