CFOs are no longer just funders of AI experiments but central architects of its enterprise-wide deployment, navigating a critical shift from promise to production.
Gold and silver prices tumbled from recent highs following the Fed chair nomination, prompting analysts to debate whether the sell-off marks a healthy correction or a shift in the long-term hedge narrative.
Three decades after its birth, New York's Silicon Alley has matured into a distinct tech ecosystem, anchored by profitability, cross-industry ties, and resilience through multiple booms and busts.
Despite shrinking margins on new vehicle sales, Group 1 Automotive posted its highest-ever annual revenue, powered by robust growth in its service departments and finance operations. The auto retailer credits strategic investments in technician retention and a shift toward higher-margin repair work.
The White House has confirmed the launch of a major strategic initiative to stockpile rare earth elements, aiming to reduce American dependence on China for the critical minerals used in defense tech and consumer electronics.
Rosenblatt Securities raised its rating on cybersecurity firm Fortinet ahead of its Q4 earnings, citing a favorable hardware refresh cycle, effective sales strategies, and supportive tax incentives as key growth drivers.
Investment firm William Blair has initiated coverage on Rambus Inc. with an 'Outperform' rating, highlighting the chip designer's dominant market share in interface circuits and its strategic positioning to capitalize on surging demand from AI data centers and server DRAM upgrades.
TD Cowen reaffirms its Buy rating on Dynatrace (DT) while adjusting its price target, anticipating stronger-than-expected performance driven by its new AI-powered observability platform, Dynatrace Intelligence.
The renewable energy firm's latest quarterly results, described as a 'beat and raise,' have prompted major banks to lift their valuations, signaling strong confidence in its growth trajectory within the clean energy sector.
Needham raises Nova Ltd. (NVMI) to Buy with a $500 price target, citing improving industry conditions and the company's strategic position in China's memory market. The upgrade follows a similar bullish move by Bank of America earlier in January.
A prolonged, nationwide internet blackout in Iran, imposed during recent unrest, has crippled businesses and severed global connections for millions, revealing the deep fragility of an economy already under strain.
The International Monetary Fund projects average growth in sub-Saharan Africa at 4.6% for the year, edging ahead of Asia's 4.1%, signaling a potential turning point driven by demographics but tempered by significant investment challenges.
After a period of Bitcoin dominance, a confluence of technological maturity, shifting institutional narratives, and regulatory clarity could propel Ethereum back into the spotlight. Analysts point to its foundational role in decentralized finance and a series of upcoming catalysts as reasons for a potential breakout year.
Africa's largest conglomerate secures a strategic gas supply agreement with Nigeria's state oil firm, a key move supporting national ambitions to leverage vast gas reserves for industrial growth and investment.
The $12 trillion asset manager founded by Jack Bogle announced another round of expense reductions across 53 funds, saving investors an estimated $600 million over two years and reinforcing its half-century mission of driving down costs for the everyday investor.
A check for $175, signed by Steve Jobs and Steve Wozniak in 1976 to pay an early parts supplier, has sold for a staggering $2.4 million at auction, highlighting the immense value collectors place on artifacts from Apple's humble beginnings.
The Invesco NASDAQ-100 Equal Weight ETF (QQEW) has executed a dramatic portfolio shift, halving its holdings from 101 to 50 companies. This strategic pivot from pure equal-weighting to a quality-filtered approach aims to mitigate the risks of extreme concentration in the tech-heavy index while maintaining its core diversification ethos.
As housing costs squeeze employees nationwide, a new wave of benefits is emerging. Fintech startup Oro has raised $3 million to help employers offer housing assistance, signaling a major shift in corporate wellness strategies.
MicroStrategy, the corporate world's largest Bitcoin holder, sees the token's price dip below its average purchase cost for the first time since 2023, testing the resilience of Michael Saylor's high-conviction, leverage-fueled strategy amid a shifting market landscape.
Hilton is deepening its investment in Utah's premier Deer Valley Resort with a new Waldorf Astoria hotel and branded residences, signaling a major push into high-end, experience-driven mountain hospitality as competition for affluent travelers intensifies.
