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Real Matters Posts Strong Q1 Growth, Returns to Profitability in Sluggish Mortgage Market

Real Matters Inc. (TSE: REAL) kicked off its 2026 fiscal year with robust double-digit revenue growth and a return to profitability, defying typical seasonal headwinds. The company's performance was fueled by market share gains, new client launches, and improved operational efficiency across its U.S. and Canadian segments.

Jan 30, 2026

World

UK PM Starmer Lands in Shanghai Amid US Trade Tensions, Leading Largest Business Delegation in Years

British Prime Minister Keir Starmer arrived in Shanghai Friday with over 50 business leaders, aiming to deepen UK-China commercial ties. The visit, the first by a UK premier in eight years, comes against a backdrop of renewed US skepticism over Western engagement with Beijing.

Jan 30, 2026

Business

Latham & Watkins Tops 2025 TMT M&A Legal Rankings, Kirkland & Ellis in Close Pursuit

A new industry report reveals Latham & Watkins advised on a record $370bn in tech, media, and telecom deals last year, narrowly edging out rivals in a highly competitive legal advisory market.

Jan 30, 2026

Business

Unity Integrates Coda for Direct Web Stores, Aiming to Reshape Developer Monetization

Unity Software's new in-app web store integration with Coda could empower developers to bypass traditional marketplace fees, potentially altering the company's revenue streams and addressing its persistent valuation gap amid volatile stock performance.

Jan 30, 2026

Business

Beyond Stocks and Crypto: Three Fintech Brokers Bet Big on Prediction Markets

As platforms like Kalshi gain regulatory traction, major online brokerages are making strategic moves into prediction markets. We analyze what this emerging trend could mean for Webull, Robinhood, and Interactive Brokers.

Jan 30, 2026

Business

Sentient (SENT) Bucks Crypto Downtrend with 60% Surge: The Metrics Behind the Rally and Looming Risks

As the broader cryptocurrency market stumbles, Sentient's SENT token has staged a remarkable 60% rally. A deep dive into on-chain and derivatives data reveals the drivers of its resilience—and the significant vulnerabilities that could threaten its gains.

Jan 30, 2026

Business

Analyst Cuts Pagaya Target But Stays Bullish Amid Strong Growth Metrics

Keefe Bruyette trimmed its price target on Pagaya Technologies (PGY) to $35, while maintaining an Outperform rating. The adjustment comes despite the AI-driven lending platform reporting robust Q3 growth and a record partner pipeline.

Jan 30, 2026

Business

Kyndryl Doubles Down on AI-Driven SAP Modernization in Bid to Redefine Legacy IT Services

The IT infrastructure giant is deepening its SAP partnership with a new Center of Excellence and an AI-powered 'Clean Field' methodology, aiming to automate complex migrations and modernizations for enterprise clients. The strategic push highlights Kyndryl's attempt to pivot from low-margin maintenance work to higher-value AI-enabled transformation services.

Jan 30, 2026

Business

Western Digital Posts Strong Q2 Growth, Bolsters Future with Long-Term Deals Amid AI Storage Surge

Western Digital Corp (WDC) announced a robust 25% year-over-year revenue increase for its fiscal second quarter of 2026, driven by strategic long-term agreements and a favorable product mix. While consumer segment challenges persist, the company is positioning itself to capitalize on the burgeoning data storage demands from artificial intelligence.

Jan 30, 2026

Business

Stryker Caps Record Year with Strong Q4, Bullish on 2026 Despite Market Headwinds

The medical technology giant reports double-digit organic sales growth for the fourth consecutive year, driven by its Mako robotic system and strategic leadership shifts, while navigating tariffs and a shifting competitive landscape.

Jan 30, 2026

Business

GSI Technology Posts Q3 Revenue Growth Amid Strategic Pivot to Defense and Edge AI

GSI Technology Inc. reports a 12% year-over-year revenue increase for Q3 2026, driven by defense sector adoption of its Gemini-II APU. While R&D investments pressure margins, the company highlights a strong cash position and expanding applications in smart cities and robotics.

Jan 30, 2026

Business

KLA Navigates Supply Chain Headwinds to Post Record Revenue, Eyes 2027 for Advanced Packaging Surge

KLA Corporation reports robust fiscal 2025 results driven by AI demand, but warns of supply constraints and geopolitical factors tempering near-term growth, with a significant acceleration projected for late 2026 and 2027.

Jan 30, 2026

Business

Schneider National Charts Course Through Market Headwinds, Eyes Long-Term Growth Despite Q4 Challenges

Facing a tough freight environment, Schneider National's leadership outlines a strategy centered on cost discipline, tech investment, and strategic positioning in intermodal and dedicated services to steer toward future profitability.

Jan 30, 2026

Business

MaxLinear Posts Strong Q4 Revenue on Infrastructure Surge, Navigates Broadband Transition

MaxLinear Inc. reported a 48% year-over-year revenue jump for Q4 2025, powered by its infrastructure business, even as it manages a near-term dip in broadband and intensifying competition in key markets.

Jan 30, 2026

Business

Robert Half Charts Path to Recovery Amid Economic Headwinds, Betting on AI and Lean Operations

Despite a challenging quarter with declining revenues, staffing giant Robert Half outlines a strategic pivot, leveraging artificial intelligence and retained top talent to drive efficiency and position for a return to growth by late 2026.

Jan 30, 2026

Business

Apple Soars to Record Q1 Revenue on iPhone 17 Surge, Navigates Supply Headwinds

Apple's fiscal first-quarter earnings shattered expectations with $143.8 billion in revenue, fueled by unprecedented demand for the iPhone 17 in Greater China. While services hit new highs, the company flags memory cost pressures and supply constraints for the coming quarter.

Jan 30, 2026

Business

Beazer Homes Charts Course Through Market Headwinds, Bets Big on Solar and Share Buybacks

Despite a softer-than-expected first quarter, Beazer Homes USA outlines a dual strategy of solar-powered community expansion and aggressive capital returns to shareholders, aiming to boost profitability in a stabilizing housing market.

Jan 30, 2026

Business

Credit Acceptance Navigates Market Headwinds with Tech Focus and Steady Earnings Growth

Despite facing a dip in loan performance and market share, Credit Acceptance Corp (CACC) posted growth in adjusted earnings per share for Q4 2025, highlighting strategic investments in dealer technology and a disciplined, long-term financial approach.

Jan 30, 2026

Business

SAP Shifts Healthcare Strategy, Appoints New North America Chief Amid Market Scrutiny

SAP discontinues its legacy IS-H healthcare software in the DACH region, impacting dozens of hospitals, while appointing David Robinson to lead its crucial North American operations. The moves signal a strategic pivot as the enterprise software giant navigates a complex market landscape.

Jan 30, 2026

Business

Bell Financial Group Exits Computershare, Testing Investor Confidence in Registry Giant

Bell Financial Group's decision to move its share registry services away from Computershare deals a blow to the ASX-listed services provider, highlighting intensifying competition in the corporate registry market and raising questions about client retention.

Jan 30, 2026