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WTW Caps Strong 2025 with Strategic Acquisitions and Digital Focus, Eyes Continued Growth in 2026

Willis Towers Watson reported robust fourth-quarter and full-year 2025 results, driven by its specialization strategy and digital investments. The global advisory, broking, and solutions firm announced key acquisitions, including Newfront, and outlined a confident outlook for mid-single-digit organic growth and margin expansion in the coming year.

Feb 3, 2026

Business

The Monday Myth: Why Tech Investors Obsess Over the Wrong Timing

New data highlights a historical 'Monday effect' for tech stocks, but seasoned analysts warn that fixating on calendar patterns is a distraction from the real drivers of volatility and long-term returns.

Feb 3, 2026

Business

Detroit's Financial Engine Revs Up: FDIC Greenlights Ford, GM to Launch In-House Banks

In a landmark regulatory decision, the FDIC has granted Ford and General Motors approval to establish their own FDIC-insured industrial banks. This move, set to fundamentally alter the landscape of auto financing, allows the automakers to directly gather customer deposits and fund loans, potentially reshaping competition and consumer options.

Feb 3, 2026

Business

Palantir's AI Momentum Ignites Wall Street Rally, Defying Recent Doubts

After months of lackluster performance, Palantir Technologies stuns the market with record-breaking quarterly results and bullish forecasts, reasserting its position as a dominant force in the commercial AI sector.

Feb 3, 2026

Business

QVC Doubles Down on Beauty and Wellness in Bid to Revive Fortunes

Amid a broader retail pivot, QVC is aggressively expanding its beauty and wellness offerings as part of a critical turnaround strategy, even as parent company QVC Group grapples with declining revenues.

Feb 3, 2026

Business

Claire's Bets on Brick-and-Mortar Revival with New Brand Chief from Gap

Accessories retailer Claire's appoints Michelle Goad, a former Gap Inc. executive, as chief brand officer to lead its store transformation and reconnect with tween shoppers, signaling a renewed commitment to physical retail despite a scaled-back footprint.

Feb 3, 2026

World

Eswatini Education Minister's Anti-LGBTQ Remarks Spark Outcry, Fears of Student Expulsions

Human rights organizations have condemned Education Minister Owen Nxumalo's reported threat to expel LGBTQ students, warning it could fuel stigma and violence in a nation where same-sex relations are criminalized.

Feb 3, 2026

Business

Giverny Capital Bets Big on HVAC Giant Watsco, Citing Long-Term Growth and Market Dominance

Investment firm Giverny Capital has established a significant, long-term position in Watsco, the leading U.S. HVAC distributor. The move underscores institutional confidence in the company's entrenched market position and its leverage to enduring trends in building climate control.

Feb 3, 2026

Business

Eli Lilly Doubles Down: $3.5 Billion Bet on Next-Gen Weight Loss Drugs and New Biotech Partnerships

Pharmaceutical giant Eli Lilly announces a major $3.5 billion manufacturing expansion for its injectable weight loss therapies, alongside forging two new research collaborations targeting hearing loss and autoimmune diseases, as its stock continues a meteoric rise.

Feb 3, 2026

Business

Founder's Power Play: Lululemon Faces Boardroom Battle as Dennis Wilson Launches Activist Campaign

Lululemon founder Dennis J. Wilson has launched a shareholder activist campaign, setting the stage for a potential boardroom shakeup at the 2026 Annual Meeting. The move puts the athletic apparel giant's governance, strategic direction, and growth priorities under intense scrutiny.

Feb 3, 2026

World

Sudanese Army Breaks RSF Siege on Key Kordofan Capital, Claims Strategic Victory

Sudanese armed forces announce they have broken a lengthy paramilitary siege on Kadugli, the regional capital of South Kordofan, in what they describe as a decisive battle to reopen a vital supply corridor, though the humanitarian crisis in the region remains dire.

Feb 3, 2026

Business

Qatar Strikes Major LNG Deal with Japan's Jera, Aiming to Reclaim Lost Ground in Key Market

In a strategic move to reverse a decade-long decline, QatarEnergy is finalizing a significant long-term liquefied natural gas supply agreement with Japan's largest power utility, Jera. The deal signals Qatar's aggressive push to regain market share in Japan amidst a global LNG supply boom and shifting energy policies.

Feb 3, 2026

Business

Palantir Soars 11% as Blowout Earnings and Aggressive 2026 Guidance Defy Skeptics

Palantir Technologies Inc. (PLTR) surged in pre-market trading after delivering a fourth-quarter earnings beat and issuing a full-year revenue forecast that dramatically exceeded Wall Street expectations, powered by explosive growth in its U.S. commercial business.

Feb 3, 2026

World

Russia's War Chest Under Threat as Gold's Rally Falters

Moscow has relied on soaring gold prices to finance its war in Ukraine, offsetting crippling energy sanctions. But as the precious metal's bull run shows signs of fatigue, questions mount over the Kremlin's financial resilience.

Feb 3, 2026

Business

Disney's Next Chapter: Theme Parks Chief Josh D'Amaro to Succeed Bob Iger as CEO

The Walt Disney Company has named Josh D'Amaro, the architect behind its booming parks and experiences division, as its next Chief Executive Officer, concluding a high-stakes succession saga.

Feb 3, 2026

Business

Amazon's Luxury Ambitions Unfazed as Saks Partnership Unravels Amid Bankruptcy

Amazon's high-end shopping portal presses forward, signaling its strategic independence after Saks Global moves to exit their curation deal as part of its Chapter 11 restructuring.

Feb 3, 2026

Business

HSBC Report: Dior's 'Thorough Reboot' Under Jonathan Anderson Poised to Drive LVMH Recovery by 2026

A new HSBC analysis highlights Dior as the key growth engine for LVMH's fashion division, forecasting a sales rebound fueled by creative renewal and strategic pricing, while Louis Vuitton's growth moderates.

Feb 3, 2026

Business

Siegwerk's UV-Curable Inks Break New Ground with RecyClass Approval for Flexible PE Packaging

Siegwerk's SICURA acrylic UV/LED-curable inks have secured the first-ever RecyClass Technology Approval for use on recyclable polyethylene flexible packaging, potentially reshaping sustainable design options for brands.

Feb 3, 2026

Business

Nordson’s 62-Year Dividend Streak: A Blueprint for Balancing Growth and Shareholder Returns

Nordson Corporation (NDSN) joins the elite group of Dividend Aristocrats with a six-decade record of consistent payouts. As the industrial technology firm reports steady growth and a robust backlog, analysts examine how its disciplined capital strategy serves long-term investors.

Feb 3, 2026

Business

Fireblocks Joins Forces with Canton Network, Paving Way for Institutional Tokenization

Fireblocks, a leading digital asset infrastructure provider, has integrated the Canton Network into its platform, offering financial institutions a privacy-focused, regulated environment for tokenization and settlement. The move signals growing institutional demand for compliant blockchain infrastructure.

Feb 3, 2026