The U.S. dollar climbed to a one-week high, buoyed by unexpectedly strong manufacturing activity and hawkish-leaning Federal Reserve commentary. The rally pressured major currency pairs and sent precious metals tumbling, as markets reassessed the timeline for potential interest rate cuts.
Elon Musk announces the merger of SpaceX and xAI, unveiling an ambitious plan to construct data centers in space, which he claims will become the most cost-effective source of AI computing power within years.
McDonald's is launching a high-end caviar pairing for Valentine's Day and introducing spicy menu items in Canada, signaling a dual strategy to engage customers through both luxury experiences and bold flavors.
Polaris Inc. shares have surged over 55% in the past year, but a recent pullback has investors questioning whether the powersports leader remains a buy. Conflicting signals from valuation models paint a complex picture for the iconic brand.
A young Australian woman has died following a horrific incident where her backpack became entangled in a ski lift at a popular Japanese resort, highlighting ongoing safety concerns.
Despite strong performance from the Latin American e-commerce and fintech leader, investment manager Triasima reduced its position, highlighting portfolio discipline over bearish sentiment.
Elon Musk has consolidated his AI venture, xAI, into SpaceX, creating a unified entity to pursue the audacious goal of deploying a million-satellite constellation that will function as solar-powered data centers in space, addressing the surging energy demands of artificial intelligence.
Precious metals markets are reeling after their sharpest single-day decline since 1980, yet major Wall Street institutions reaffirm ambitious year-end price targets, citing enduring structural drivers.
In a landmark shift, Venezuela's interim government has enacted a sweeping reform of its oil industry, dismantling decades of state control. The move aims to revive production but faces deep-seated risks and questions over who will truly benefit.
Apple shares surged over 4% as blockbuster Q1 earnings, led by iPhone sales and services growth, reignited investor confidence in the tech giant's expansion narrative, particularly in key markets like India.
National average gasoline prices showed minimal movement in the week ending February 2, 2026, hovering near $2.88 per gallon. However, the gap between the most and least expensive markets exceeds $2.65, highlighting ongoing regional volatility despite overall price stability.
A new global survey from JPMorgan Private Bank shows wealthy families remain overwhelmingly cautious on cryptocurrency investments, with a strong preference for traditional portfolio strategies despite market hype.
In a landmark move, Venezuela's interim government has enacted a sweeping reform of its oil industry, dismantling core tenets of two decades of socialist policy. The overhaul aims to revive production but faces deep-seated risks and questions over its ultimate beneficiaries.
The data analytics firm's fourth-quarter results showcase a decisive shift, with U.S. commercial revenue soaring 137% and profitability silencing long-time skeptics, even as its premium valuation demands sustained execution.
As new CEOs take the helm at Target and Walmart, the retailers face divergent paths—one battling slumping sales and investor flight, the other riding a wave of growth fueled by e-commerce and high-income shoppers.
O'Reilly Automotive shares have delivered impressive multi-year gains, but a deep dive into valuation metrics suggests the stock may now be trading at a significant premium. We analyze the numbers and what they mean for investors considering a position.
Shares of fuel and convenience retailer Murphy USA have surged 15% in three months, closing near $422.51, yet a mixed long-term performance and competing valuation models leave investors questioning if the rally has legs or if the stock is already fully priced.
California unveils a novel $200 million electric vehicle incentive program requiring matched funding from automakers and restricted to first-time EV buyers, with specific vehicle price caps to be set.
DaVita Inc. shares soared after the kidney care provider posted robust fourth-quarter results and issued a 2026 profit forecast that significantly exceeded Wall Street expectations, signaling resilience against cost pressures and past operational challenges.
The Bureau of Labor Statistics has postponed the release of January's highly anticipated employment data due to a partial federal funding lapse, marking the latest economic disruption from Washington's budget impasse.
