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Beyond GPUs: How Storage Titans SanDisk and Western Digital Are Powering the AI Boom

As the AI race intensifies, a critical bottleneck is emerging not in processing power, but in data storage. While Nvidia grabs headlines, memory and storage providers like SanDisk and Western Digital are seeing unprecedented demand and stock surges, positioning them as the unlikely but essential kings of the current hardware cycle.

Feb 3, 2026

World

Poland to Investigate Epstein's Alleged Russian Intelligence Ties, Citing National Security Concerns

Prime Minister Donald Tusk announces a formal probe into potential links between the late Jeffrey Epstein and Russian intelligence services, warning of possible security implications for Poland and the broader West.

Feb 3, 2026

World

Paul Weiss Chair Expresses Regret Over Epstein Ties as Emails Reveal Deeper Links

Newly released emails show extensive private communications between Paul, Weiss, Rifkind, Wharton & Garrison Chairman Brad Karp and the late financier Jeffrey Epstein, including discussions of confidential matters and high-profile misconduct cases. The law firm states Karp 'regrets' the interactions.

Feb 3, 2026

World

German Navy Sabotage Scandal: Two Dockworkers Arrested Over Warship Tampering in Hamburg

Two foreign contract workers have been detained on suspicion of deliberately damaging multiple German naval vessels at the port of Hamburg. Authorities allege the sabotage, involving engine sabotage and critical system tampering, was discovered just before a warship's scheduled departure.

Feb 3, 2026

Business

Arkema's Battery Ambitions and Sustainability Credentials: Is the Market Still Underestimating the Stock?

French specialty chemicals giant Arkema has inked a strategic battery partnership and secured a top sustainability rating. Analysts are weighing whether these moves signal a transformative shift for the company's role in the EV and energy storage sectors, and if its current share price fully reflects this potential.

Feb 3, 2026

Business

Nintendo Switch 2 Shatters Sales Records, But Investors Remain Wary Amid Stock Volatility

Nintendo's new Switch 2 console has achieved the fastest global launch sales in gaming history, driving record profits. However, the company's share price on the Tokyo exchange shows recent weakness, creating a disconnect between blockbuster commercial performance and near-term investor sentiment.

Feb 3, 2026

Business

Rio Tinto's Dual Strategy: Forging a Low-Carbon Future in Brazil While Eyeing a Historic Glencore Merger

Mining giant Rio Tinto is advancing on two transformative fronts: a joint venture with China's Chalco to secure low-carbon aluminium assets in Brazil, and high-stakes merger talks with Glencore that could redraw the global mining landscape.

Feb 3, 2026

Business

The $14 Billion Flywheel: How Costco's Near-Perfect Membership Renewal Rate Fuels Its Empire

Costco's latest earnings reveal a staggering 92.3% membership renewal rate in North America, a figure that underpins its entire low-margin, high-volume business model and generates billions in near-pure profit.

Feb 3, 2026

Business

Energy Fuels Shares Slide 12% Amid Profit-Taking, Despite Federal Nuclear Push

Shares of uranium and critical minerals producer Energy Fuels (UUUU) retreated this week, cooling off after a sharp rally fueled by a new U.S. government initiative to bolster the domestic nuclear fuel supply chain.

Feb 3, 2026

Business

Caterpillar's AI-Powered Pivot: Baird Boosts Target on Strong Backlog and Data Center Demand

Baird raises Caterpillar's price target to $805, citing robust order backlogs and earnings visibility fueled by surging demand for power systems from data centers and AI infrastructure.

Feb 3, 2026

Business

Bargain Hunt: Three Sub-£40M UK Penny Stocks Defying Broader Market Gloom

Amidst a market downturn fueled by weak Chinese trade data, a closer look reveals potential resilience in a select group of UK penny stocks. We examine three companies with market capitalisations under £40 million, assessing their financial health and growth prospects in a challenging environment.

Feb 3, 2026

Business

Apple's Five-Year Stroll: A $1,000 Investment Then is Worth $2,020 Now, Mirroring the Broader Market

Once a high-flying growth engine, Apple's stock performance has settled into a pace that matches the S&P 500 over the last half-decade, raising questions about its future innovation trajectory in the age of AI.

Feb 3, 2026

Business

Community Bancorp Soars 11% in a Week, Yet Earnings Growth Lags Behind Stellar Five-Year Shareholder Returns

Shares of Community Bancorp (NASDAQ:CMTV) surged 11% this week, capping a remarkable five-year run that has more than doubled investor value. However, a closer look reveals a growing disconnect between its stock price appreciation and its underlying earnings growth, raising questions about current valuations.

Feb 3, 2026

Business

Beyond Borders: Why Ignoring International Markets Could Cost Your Portfolio Half the World's Opportunities

With roughly half of global market capitalization located outside the United States, a domestic-only investment strategy misses industry giants from ASML to Toyota. We examine whether low-cost, broad-based ETFs like Schwab's SCHF offer a viable solution to home country bias, their recent momentum, and the enduring performance gap with U.S. equities.

Feb 3, 2026

World

U.S. Scrutinizes Iran's Booming Crypto Trade as Sanctions Evasion Concerns Mount

Amid a surge in cryptocurrency activity within Iran, U.S. authorities are investigating whether digital asset platforms are being used by state-linked entities to circumvent international sanctions, according to blockchain analysts and sources familiar with the matter.

Feb 3, 2026

Business

Navigating the Paradox: VML Report Urges Marketers to Balance Consumer Anxiety with Hope for 2026

VML's 'Future 100' report identifies key trends for 2026, highlighting a consumer mood of 'dysoptimism' and the need for brands to master blended realities, micro-content, and value-driven engagement in a complex economic and technological landscape.

Feb 3, 2026

US

Justice Delayed, Not Denied: Honduran National Extradited and Sentenced for 2016 Fatal DUI Crash in Nebraska

Eswin Mejia, who fled to Honduras after a drunk driving crash killed 21-year-old Sarah Root, has been sentenced to 20-22 years following a historic extradition. The case spurred legislative change and reignited debates on immigration enforcement.

Feb 3, 2026

Business

Navigating the Retirement Maze: A Decade-by-Decade Guide to Critical Financial Choices

Financial expert Rachel Cruze outlines seven pivotal, age-specific decisions that can determine the security and comfort of your retirement years, from early savings strategies to navigating Medicare and required distributions.

Feb 3, 2026

From $1 to $199: The Soaring Cost of a Disney Day

A trip to the 'Most Magical Place on Earth' now requires a princely sum. We trace how Disney park prices have dramatically outpaced inflation, transforming a family tradition into a luxury experience.

Feb 3, 2026

Business

PayPal Lures HP CEO in High-Stakes Leadership Gambit, Signaling Strategic Pivot

In an audacious move, PayPal has recruited HP's sitting CEO Enrique Lores, who steered the PC maker through steady growth, to lead its turnaround. The rare inter-company raid raises questions about HP's long-term prospects and PayPal's bid to revitalize its core payments business amid fierce competition.

Feb 3, 2026