Once the engine of Venezuela's wealth, the communities around Lake Maracaibo now stand as decaying monuments to the nation's oil collapse. As a controversial U.S. plan promises a $100 billion investment, residents of the ghostly 'oil camps' are caught between desperate hope and deep-seated skepticism.
Pzena Investment Management's Focused Value Strategy lagged behind its benchmark in Q4 2025, with semiconductor firm Skyworks Solutions cited as a key detractor. The fund's commentary highlights the challenges for value investing in a market dominated by AI and mega-cap stocks.
Fintech startup Jelou has raised $10 million in Series A funding to scale its AI-driven conversational banking platform, Brain, from Latin America to the U.S., enabling payments, verification, and credit services directly within messaging apps.
Brooke Day died after her backpack became entangled in a gondola lift at Tsugaike Mountain Resort, leading to a fatal cardiac arrest, highlighting rare but critical safety concerns.
A new bilateral trade agreement between the United States and Guatemala aims to eliminate tariffs and streamline preferential treatment for textiles and apparel, a move hailed by U.S. industry leaders as a strategic step to reinforce regional manufacturing networks and counter Asian dominance.
Senior U.S. envoy Steve Witkoff is set to arrive in Jerusalem for meetings with Prime Minister Netanyahu and military leaders, as Washington seeks to navigate escalating regional tensions with Iran and advance efforts to end the Gaza conflict.
A sharp $250 billion sell-off across cryptocurrency markets this weekend has been attributed by analysts to a tightening of U.S. dollar liquidity, driven by macro fiscal pressures, rather than a fundamental failure of digital assets.
A sharp correction in Bitcoin prices has left corporate giant MicroStrategy nursing over $1 billion in unrealized losses and triggered massive outflows from spot ETFs. Despite the sell-off, CEO Michael Saylor signals unwavering commitment, framing the downturn as a strategic buying opportunity.
Roth Capital has upgraded Energy Fuels (UUUU) from 'Sell' to 'Neutral', raising its price target to $15. The move follows the uranium miner's strategic acquisition of Australian Strategic Materials, expanding its rare earths portfolio and positioning within Western critical mineral supply chains.
Mexican President Claudia Sheinbaum announces plans to send food and essential supplies to Cuba, vowing to pursue diplomatic channels for fuel shipments despite recent U.S. sanctions threats.
Takeda Pharmaceutical raises its FY2025 revenue and profit guidance following resilient nine-month results and announces U.S. availability of a new ready-to-use immunoglobulin therapy for primary immunodeficiency, fueling discussions on its growth strategy amid high debt and margin pressures.
The business intelligence firm, the world's largest corporate holder of Bitcoin, is now sitting on nearly $1 billion in paper losses after the cryptocurrency's recent slump below its average acquisition cost, raising questions about its high-stakes treasury strategy.
French IT giant Capgemini moves to sell its U.S. government solutions subsidiary following political and internal pressure over its contract with Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE), as public debate intensifies around tech's role in immigration enforcement.
Amid heightened regional tensions and a visible U.S. military buildup, Iran's Foreign Minister expresses cautious optimism for a nuclear deal, even as Tehran's supreme leader warns of a broader conflict should hostilities erupt.
Thousands demonstrated in Milan against the planned deployment of U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) agents for the 2026 Winter Games, citing human rights concerns and viewing their presence as a symbol of democratic erosion in the United States.
Argentina has reportedly purchased $808 million in Special Drawing Rights from the U.S. Treasury to cover an upcoming interest payment to the International Monetary Fund, highlighting the nation's ongoing financial pressures.
Crude futures retreated sharply on Monday after weekend comments from U.S. President Donald Trump suggested diplomatic engagement with Iran, easing fears of a military confrontation that had recently buoyed markets.
The Biden administration has approved a major arms sale to Israel, featuring attack helicopters and armored vehicles, amid a fragile ceasefire in Gaza and ongoing scrutiny over U.S. military support.
General Motors is cutting over 700 positions at its Oshawa, Ontario plant, redirecting investment and workforce development to its U.S. facilities. The move underscores a strategic realignment of North American operations amid evolving trade dynamics and a focus on core truck and SUV programs.
Chevron CEO Mike Wirth signals the energy giant could significantly ramp up processing of Venezuelan crude at its U.S. refineries, following a pivotal Treasury Department license that eases trade restrictions with Caracas.
