Volume-Based Procurement

Business

Singapore's Green Flight Ambition Takes Off: Google, Airlines Join Landmark SAF Procurement Trial

A consortium of nine major corporations, including Google and Singapore Airlines, is launching a voluntary trial for centralized sustainable aviation fuel (SAF) procurement. This pilot, led by the newly formed SAFCo, is a critical step ahead of Singapore's pioneering green levy on departing flights set for October, aiming to refine systems for a 1% SAF usage target.

Feb 2, 2026

Business

IREN Pivots from Bitcoin Mining to AI Infrastructure with Major Microsoft, Dell Deals

Digital infrastructure firm IREN secures a landmark $9.7 billion agreement with Microsoft and a massive GPU procurement from Dell, marking a strategic shift from cryptocurrency mining to powering the AI cloud boom.

Feb 2, 2026

World

German Authorities Crack Down on Alleged Sanctions-Busting Ring Supplying Russian Defense Firms

German federal prosecutors have arrested five individuals accused of orchestrating a vast procurement network that allegedly funneled millions of euros worth of goods to Russian defense companies, in direct violation of EU sanctions imposed following the invasion of Ukraine.

Feb 2, 2026

Business

Ondas Secures Coveted Blue List Status, Launches Defense Unit Amid Investor Scrutiny

Ondas Holdings advances its defense sector ambitions as its Optimus drone gains Blue List status for expedited U.S. procurement, while formally launching its defense and security division at the Singapore Airshow. The strategic moves come as the company's stock, after significant long-term gains, faces recent pressure, testing investor patience for tangible contract wins.

Feb 2, 2026

Business

Ondas Holdings' Optimus Drone Secures Coveted DCMA Blue List Status, Paving Way for Accelerated Defense Adoption

Ondas Holdings Inc. (NASDAQ: ONDS), through its subsidiary American Robotics, has achieved a significant milestone with its Optimus drone system being added to the Defense Contract Management Agency's (DCMA) Blue List. This designation streamlines procurement for U.S. defense and critical infrastructure missions, bolstering the company's position in the competitive autonomous systems market.

Feb 2, 2026

Business

Siemens Healthineers Navigates China Headwinds as Imaging and Therapy Units Drive Solid Q1

Siemens Healthineers reported a resilient start to fiscal 2026, with strong performance in its imaging and precision therapy divisions offsetting a significant downturn in its diagnostics business in China, prompting a strategic reassessment of its operations in the key Asian market.

Feb 5, 2026

Business

Amprius Forges U.S. Manufacturing Pact with Nanotech Energy, Bolstering Defense and Aerospace Ambitions

Amprius Technologies solidifies its U.S. supply chain through a strategic partnership with Nanotech Energy, positioning its high-performance silicon batteries to meet stringent defense procurement requirements and capture key aerospace contracts.

Feb 4, 2026

Business

Grainger Navigates Macro Headwinds, Posts Steady Growth in 2025; Eyes Strategic Investments for 2026

Despite a challenging economic landscape marked by tariff pressures and soft MRO demand, W.W. Grainger reported resilient 2025 results, achieving 4.9% organic sales growth and strategic progress. The industrial supplies leader is doubling down on technology, supply chain expansion, and customer experience to drive market share gains in the coming year.

Feb 3, 2026

Business

European Auto Giants Sound Alarm: VW and Stellantis Demand EU Support to Preserve Manufacturing Base

In a joint appeal, Volkswagen and Stellantis warn that Europe's auto industry faces an existential threat from global competition and urge immediate subsidies and a cohesive 'Made in Europe' strategy to safeguard its future.

Feb 5, 2026

World

Turkey Urges EU to Revive Stalled Customs Union Modernization Talks

Ankara presses Brussels for immediate action on updating the decades-old trade pact as EU Enlargement Commissioner visits, with migration and visa facilitation also high on the agenda.

Feb 5, 2026

World

Better Cotton Initiative Marks First Year with Over 3,000 Certified Partners, Signaling Shift in Textile Supply Chains

The Better Cotton Initiative (BCI) has certified more than 3,000 farms, ginners, traders, and brands in its inaugural year as a full-fledged certification scheme, a move industry observers say could accelerate the adoption of sustainable cotton sourcing standards globally.

Feb 5, 2026

World

India and U.S. Set to Finalize Landmark Trade Pact in March, Paving Way for Tariff Cuts and Major Aircraft Deals

NEW DELHI (Reuters) – India and the United States have outlined a clear path to sign a comprehensive trade agreement in March, a move that will trigger reciprocal tariff reductions and unlock billions in bilateral commerce, particularly in aerospace and energy, Trade Minister Piyush Goyal announced.

Feb 5, 2026

Business

PFGC's Q4: Market Share Gains Overshadowed by Margin Squeeze and Cautious Forecast

Performance Food Group met Q4 revenue targets but missed profit expectations, citing acquisition costs and food deflation. Its subdued outlook for the coming quarter reflects ongoing integration challenges and cautious consumer spending.

Feb 5, 2026

Business

Connection's Q4: Cloud and Security Gains Counterbalance Government Slowdown

IT solutions provider Connection posted flat Q4 revenue of $702.9 million, missing analyst expectations, while adjusted earnings of $0.91 per share beat estimates. Strength in corporate cloud and cybersecurity demand helped offset a temporary dip in public sector business.

Feb 5, 2026

Business

Tenable Beats Q4 Estimates as AI Security and Platform Consolidation Fuel Growth

Tenable Holdings surpassed Wall Street's revenue and profit forecasts for Q4 2025, driven by strong demand for its unified exposure management platform and AI-specific security solutions. The company also provided confident guidance for the coming quarter.

Feb 5, 2026

Business

Security and Optoelectronics Drive OSI Systems' Q4, Offsetting Healthcare Headwinds

OSI Systems reported a quarter defined by strength in its security and optoelectronics businesses, which helped counterbalance persistent softness in healthcare. While delayed government bookings impacted timing, management expressed confidence in the underlying demand pipeline.

Feb 5, 2026

Business

Beyond the Headwinds: Five Key Questions Analysts Posed to Tractor Supply After a Challenging Quarter

Tractor Supply's Q4 earnings fell short of expectations, citing a mild storm season and cautious consumer spending. While management frames these issues as temporary, analysts probed deeper into the retailer's long-term strategy and resilience.

Feb 5, 2026

Business

Beyond the Box: The Hidden Toll of Excessive Packaging on Business and Planet

What begins as a simple effort to protect goods is creating a cascade of hidden costs—from squeezed profit margins and logistical headaches to environmental damage and consumer backlash. As scrutiny intensifies, businesses are finding that less is often more.

Feb 5, 2026

Business

HPE's Strategic Pivot: Analysts Weigh Juniper Deal Promise Against Margin Headwinds

Hewlett Packard Enterprise's market narrative is undergoing a subtle but significant shift. While its fundamental valuation holds steady, analysts are recalibrating their views, balancing optimism over the transformative Juniper Networks acquisition against growing concerns about cyclical pressures on hardware margins.

Feb 5, 2026

Business

The Branch is Not Dead: How Data and Analytics Are Redefining the Future of Physical Banking

Despite a decade of closures, major banks are reinvesting in branches—not as transaction centers, but as data-driven advisory hubs. Advanced analytics is key to personalizing service, improving profitability, and serving community needs in an increasingly digital world.

Feb 5, 2026