As the FTSE 100 hits record highs, a broader rally in UK mid and small-cap indices is prompting a strategic rethink. Analysts debate whether these long-neglected shares, now showing historic undervaluation, are poised for a major comeback.
The CrossCurve decentralized finance protocol has suffered a $3 million exploit through a vulnerability in its cross-chain bridge, contributing to a devastating start to 2026 that has seen nearly $400 million stolen from the crypto sector.
Laura Fernández, former chief of staff to President Rodrigo Chaves, holds a commanding lead and could secure an outright victory, promising to double down on the incumbent's hardline security agenda.
Tens of thousands gathered in Prague's Wenceslas Square on Sunday, voicing support for President Petr Pavel in his escalating constitutional dispute with Prime Minister Andrej Babiš's coalition government. The protest, organized by pro-democracy activists, highlights deep divisions over Ukraine policy and a controversial ministerial appointment.
A private gauge of China's manufacturing activity edged higher in January, defying expectations of a slowdown, as export-oriented firms outperformed. The reading contrasts with weaker official data, highlighting a two-speed industrial sector amid persistent domestic headwinds.
In a striking departure from diplomatic norms, Prime Minister Keir Starmer has publicly called on the disgraced Duke of York to provide evidence to the U.S. Congressional investigation into Jeffrey Epstein. The intervention signals a collapse of the traditional political shield around the monarchy and intensifies legal and reputational pressures on Andrew.
As artificial intelligence drives an unprecedented surge in electricity demand, one utility company—Constellation Energy—is uniquely positioned with its vast nuclear fleet to meet the need, turning an industry-wide bottleneck into a significant growth opportunity.
As Nvidia's Blackwell and Rubin chips push power densities to unprecedented levels, the $4 trillion AI revolution faces a formidable physical constraint: heat. Vertiv Holdings, a critical infrastructure provider, is emerging as an essential player in solving this thermal challenge, with surging demand signaling a major shift in data center economics.
Applied Optoelectronics (AAOI) has secured a significant order for its high-speed 800G optical transceivers from a key hyperscale client, coinciding with a strategic expansion of its Texas manufacturing facility to meet surging AI data center demand.
President Donald Trump has announced his intention to nominate Kevin Warsh, a former Federal Reserve governor and seasoned financial crisis veteran, to chair the central bank. The move signals a potential shift in monetary policy direction and reignites debates over Fed independence.
Secretary-General Antonio Guterres has issued his starkest warning yet, stating the United Nations' deepening liquidity crisis threatens its operations and risks a financial meltdown, driven by unpaid dues and an antiquated budget rule.
President Donald Trump's selection of former Fed Governor Kevin Warsh to lead the central bank is widely seen as a move to accelerate the rollback of post-crisis financial rules and align regulatory policy more closely with White House objectives, analysts say.
Damascus residents face electricity bills exceeding their monthly incomes after a massive government price hike, sparking rare public protests and deepening the crisis for a war-weary population.
South Africa has ordered Israel's deputy ambassador to leave the country, declaring him persona non grata in a significant diplomatic escalation reflecting Pretoria's strong stance on the war in Gaza.
Centrus Energy is transforming its Tennessee facility into a high-volume manufacturing hub for advanced centrifuges, a strategic move aimed at bolstering domestic uranium enrichment capacity and reducing foreign reliance in line with national energy security objectives.
As new leadership takes the helm, battery innovator Amprius Technologies is pivoting its high-energy-density silicon anode technology from niche aerospace applications toward the mass electric mobility market, backed by a new manufacturing strategy and surging revenue.
Despite a cyclical slowdown in manufacturing, industrial distributor Fastenal Company (NASDAQ: FAST) is drawing investor attention for its robust financial health, sticky customer relationships, and a cash-generating model that bulls argue positions it for steady long-term growth.
As semiconductor manufacturing grows more complex, KLA's process control systems are becoming indispensable. With a dominant market position and resilient financials, the company is positioned to capitalize on long-term industry trends, though its premium valuation invites scrutiny.
Taiwan Semiconductor Manufacturing Company (TSMC) continues to solidify its position as the indispensable engine of the global tech industry. Driven by insatiable AI demand and strategic global expansion, the chipmaking titan's financial performance and long-term outlook are drawing intense investor scrutiny and bullish projections.
Walmart stock jumped over 4% Monday as a new trade agreement between the U.S. and India promises lower tariffs and increased market access, bolstering the retail giant's strategic pivot toward Indian manufacturing and e-commerce.
