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RTX's Defense Unit Secures Key Contracts and Test Milestones, But Valuation Concerns Loom

Raytheon, an RTX business, achieves a critical ballistic flight test for the U.S. Army's new interceptor while securing over $1.2 billion in new defense contracts. These wins solidify its role in next-generation air defense but come as the company's stock trades near record highs, prompting investor scrutiny over future growth.

Feb 2, 2026

Business

Expedia Shares Climb on Exclusive BNPL Deal with Affirm

Expedia Group stock rose sharply after announcing an expanded, exclusive partnership with Affirm, making the fintech firm the sole 'Buy Now, Pay Later' provider across its major U.S. travel platforms.

Feb 2, 2026

Business

Terex Completes REV Group Merger, Shares Climb as Market Eyes Synergy Targets

Terex Corporation shares gained over 4% following the finalization of its merger with REV Group, creating a diversified specialty equipment giant. The deal is projected to yield $75 million in annual synergies by 2028.

Feb 2, 2026

Business

Analyst Backing and AI Tailwinds Lift Super Micro Computer Shares

Shares of Super Micro Computer (SMCI) advanced Thursday after Rosenblatt Securities reiterated its Buy rating, with investors eyeing potential benefits from NVIDIA's next-generation AI chips and easing supply constraints.

Feb 2, 2026

Business

GrainCorp Shares Show Potential Value Gap: DCF Analysis Points to Undervaluation

A discounted cash flow valuation of GrainCorp Limited suggests its current share price may not fully reflect its future cash generation potential, indicating a possible opportunity for investors.

Feb 2, 2026

Business

American Airlines' Centennial Storm: A $200 Million Operational Meltdown

A historic winter storm has plunged American Airlines into its worst weather-related crisis, stranding crews and passengers while wiping up to $200 million from its revenue, exposing deep-seated recovery challenges.

Feb 2, 2026

Business

Jim Cramer Touts Rio Tinto as a 'Haven' Amid Global Uncertainty

CNBC's Jim Cramer reaffirmed his bullish stance on Rio Tinto, highlighting the mining giant's role as a strategic hedge against geopolitical and economic volatility during the show's Lightning Round.

Feb 2, 2026

Business

Fed Holds Rates Steady Amid Economic Strength, Defying White House Pressure

The Federal Reserve left interest rates unchanged, signaling confidence in a solid economy while inflation remains above target. The decision sets up a continued clash with a President demanding deeper cuts.

Feb 2, 2026

Business

Gold vs. Silver ETFs: Why GLD Has Been the Less Bumpy Investment Over the Past Half-Decade

A detailed look at the SPDR Gold Shares (GLD) and iShares Silver Trust (SLV) reveals a tale of two metals: one prized for stability, the other for its volatile potential. For investors navigating uncertain markets, the choice between them hinges on more than just recent returns.

Feb 2, 2026

US

WSJ Investigation: UAE Royal's $500 Million Stake in Trump Firm Preceded AI Chip Access Approval

A Wall Street Journal report reveals a major investment by UAE's Sheikh Tahnoon bin Zayed Al Nahyan in a Trump-linked cryptocurrency company days before the 2024 inauguration, followed by a reversal of U.S. policy on advanced AI chip exports to the UAE.

Feb 2, 2026

US

Canadian Miners Kidnapped in Mexico's Sinaloa; Cartel Link Suspected

Ten employees of Vancouver-based Vizla Silver Corp. were abducted from a project site in Concordia, Sinaloa, on January 24, prompting a massive security operation and raising fears of cartel involvement in the region's mining sector.

Feb 2, 2026

Trump Unveils $12 Billion 'Project Vault' to Secure Critical Minerals, Counter China's Supply Chain Stranglehold

The White House announces a major public-private initiative to stockpile rare earths and critical minerals, aiming to insulate U.S. defense and tech sectors from foreign supply shocks and geopolitical leverage.

Feb 2, 2026

Trump's Fed Feud With Powell Threatens to Derail Warsh Nomination and Monetary Policy Agenda

A criminal probe into outgoing Fed Chair Jerome Powell, initiated by the Trump administration, has triggered a Senate blockade led by a key Republican. The standoff jeopardizes Kevin Warsh's confirmation and risks delaying the interest rate cuts Trump desires ahead of a tough election.

Feb 2, 2026

Business

Markets Edge Higher Amid Earnings Anticipation; Oil Prices Slide on Geopolitical, Demand Concerns

U.S. stocks advanced cautiously Monday as investors braced for a wave of corporate earnings reports, while crude oil prices tumbled sharply. The focus remains on key tech results and evolving geopolitical developments affecting global trade and energy markets.

Feb 2, 2026

Business

Intel's Foundry Ambitions Gain Momentum as Apple, Nvidia Explore U.S. Chip Production Deals

Intel's bid to become a major contract chipmaker receives a significant boost as tech giants Apple and Nvidia engage in talks to shift portions of their advanced semiconductor manufacturing to Intel's U.S. facilities, challenging the long-standing dominance of TSMC and Samsung.

Feb 2, 2026

Business

Zegna Charts Course Through 'New Normal' with DTC Focus and Retail Expansion

In his first interview as Executive Chairman, Gildo Zegna outlines a strategy of agility and direct consumer engagement to navigate global uncertainties, as the group reports resilient 2025 results driven by its flagship brand.

Feb 2, 2026

Business

Bitcoin Tumbles to Post-Election Low as Metals Meltdown Triggers Crypto Liquidation

Bitcoin plunged to levels not seen since before the 2024 U.S. election, caught in a broad sell-off of speculative assets. A sharp downturn in gold and silver prices triggered a massive $2.5 billion liquidation event, compounding existing pressures from fading regulatory optimism and a shifting Fed outlook.

Feb 2, 2026

Business

European Fintech Giants Eye U.S. Market, But Banking License Hurdles Loom Large

Major European neobanks like Revolut, Monzo, and bunq are renewing their push for a U.S. banking license, betting on regulatory shifts and market potential. Yet, the path is fraught with complexity, geopolitical uncertainty, and fierce competition.

Feb 2, 2026

Business

ASML Bets Big on AI Boom: €12 Billion Buyback and Surging Orders Signal Confidence in Chipmaking Dominance

ASML Holding NV has launched a massive new share repurchase program and reaffirmed strong sales guidance, as record AI-related equipment orders fuel optimism about the Dutch tech giant's central role in the semiconductor industry's future.

Feb 2, 2026

Business

U.S. Government Acquires Strategic Stake in MP Materials to Bolster Rare Earth Independence

In a significant move to secure domestic supply chains for critical minerals, the U.S. government has taken a direct 15% equity position in MP Materials. This strategic investment, paired with expanded federal contracts, aims to reduce reliance on foreign sources for rare earths essential to defense and green energy technologies.

Feb 2, 2026