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Brunswick's Strong Q4 and Aggressive Buybacks Fuel Investor Debate on Valuation

Brunswick Corporation (NYSE:BC) delivered robust fourth-quarter results, driven by strength across all segments, particularly its propulsion business. While management expressed optimism for 2026, the company's accelerated share repurchases have sparked a fresh debate among analysts regarding its valuation and the sustainability of its current momentum.

Feb 2, 2026

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Trump Administration Eyes Overhaul of Financial Data Privacy Rules, Potentially Reshaping Fintech Landscape

The Trump administration is preparing to review key data-sharing provisions within the Dodd-Frank Act, a move that could redefine privacy standards between traditional banks and financial technology firms like Venmo and Plaid, and alter the competitive balance of the financial sector.

Feb 2, 2026

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SpaceX to Absorb Musk's xAI in Bid to Create Integrated Tech Powerhouse

Elon Musk consolidates his ventures as SpaceX moves to acquire artificial intelligence firm xAI, aiming to merge space technology with advanced AI under a single corporate roof.

Feb 2, 2026

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Nvidia's Path to Millionaire Returns: A Realistic Look Beyond the Hype

While Nvidia's explosive past growth is legendary, its current $4.5 trillion valuation makes a single-stock millionaire story improbable. However, its pivotal role in the AI boom positions it as a powerful engine for market-beating returns, a critical component in any long-term wealth-building strategy.

Feb 2, 2026

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Controversial Security Mogul Erik Prince Seeks Public Listing for AI Drone Firm Swarmer

Erik Prince, founder of the private military firm Blackwater, has filed to take his AI-powered drone autonomy company Swarmer Inc. public on Nasdaq. The firm's technology, extensively tested in Ukraine, highlights the accelerating shift toward software-defined warfare.

Feb 2, 2026

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Palantir Soars on Stellar U.S. Growth, Defying Broader Market Skepticism

The data analytics firm smashed fourth-quarter estimates, fueled by a near-doubling of its U.S. revenue. While bullish forecasts signal confidence in its AI-driven future, analysts point to persistent challenges in government contracting and investor relations.

Feb 2, 2026

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The $10 Million-Plus Home Market Defies Gravity as Broader Housing Slows

A new report reveals a stark divergence in the U.S. housing market: while high rates cool mainstream activity, ultra-luxury sales above $10 million surged to a record $38.6 billion in 2025, driven by new wealth creation and a flight to tangible assets.

Feb 2, 2026

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Institutional Investors Hold Sway Over Nanosonics with 72% Stake

A dominant institutional ownership of Nanosonics Limited brings both stability risks and concentrated power dynamics, as analysts weigh the stock's future trajectory in the infection prevention market.

Feb 2, 2026

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Wall Street Gains Ground as Earnings Season Kicks into High Gear

Major U.S. stock indices advanced Monday, setting a positive tone for a week packed with corporate earnings reports from technology giants and other bellwethers. Investor sentiment remains cautiously optimistic as early results surpass expectations.

Feb 2, 2026

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SpaceX Acquires xAI in Landmark Deal, Uniting Musk's Space and AI Ambitions Under One Roof

Elon Musk's SpaceX has finalized the acquisition of his artificial intelligence venture, xAI, in a strategic move that merges the aerospace giant with the creator of the Grok chatbot. The deal, valued at a staggering $1.25 trillion, aims to accelerate AI development by leveraging shared computing resources and engineering talent from Musk's broader technology portfolio.

Feb 2, 2026

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Palantir's Surveillance Tech Faces Scrutiny as Government Contracts Fuel Record Growth

Amid surging government revenue and public protests over its ICE contracts, Palantir CEO Alex Karp defends the company's controversial surveillance technology, framing it as a safeguard against state overreach rather than an enabler.

Feb 2, 2026

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AI and Finance: Is XRP Positioned to Ride the Next Wave?

As artificial intelligence reshapes finance, we examine whether XRP's underlying technology is built to capitalize on the trend of 'agentic AI' handling transactions, or if its potential benefits remain speculative.

Feb 2, 2026

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Trump Media's Truth Social Funds to Acquire 'God Bless America' ETF in Rare Industry Move

In an unusual acquisition within the ETF space, the investment arm behind former President Donald Trump's social media platform is set to purchase the conservative-themed 'God Bless America' ETF, significantly expanding its asset base and adding active management to its lineup.

Feb 2, 2026

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Fifth Third Completes Comerica Acquisition, Sets September Integration Date

Fifth Third Bancorp has finalized its $12.3 billion acquisition of Comerica Bank, with customer system conversions and branch rebranding scheduled to begin after Labor Day. The deal reshapes Michigan's banking landscape and creates the nation's ninth-largest bank.

Feb 2, 2026

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Jim Cramer Calls ServiceNow a 'Tremendous Company,' But Labels Its Stock a 'Nightmare'

CNBC's Jim Cramer offered a mixed review of ServiceNow, praising its management and cloud platform while expressing deep frustration with the stock's recent performance, calling it a 'nightmare' for investors.

Feb 2, 2026

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Jim Cramer Hails Royal Caribbean's 2026 Outlook as 'Spectacular' Amid Cruise Industry Resurgence

CNBC's Jim Cramer spotlighted Royal Caribbean Cruises Ltd. (RCL) this week, praising its ambitious full-year 2026 forecast as the cruise line capitalizes on robust post-pandemic demand and operational efficiencies.

Feb 2, 2026

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Mind Over Money: Why Suze Orman Says You Are Your Own Biggest Financial Obstacle

Personal finance icon Suze Orman echoes a timeless principle from Napoleon Hill's 'Think and Grow Rich': the battle for wealth is won or lost in the mind. Experts argue that self-doubt, not market conditions, is the primary barrier most people face.

Feb 2, 2026

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A $21 Million Vote of Confidence: Major Fund Bets on Moelis & Company Amid M&A Lull

Capital Management Corp's significant stake increase in investment bank Moelis & Company is being viewed by market observers as a strategic wager on a potential rebound in mergers and acquisitions activity.

Feb 2, 2026

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Robocap Exits Entire NICE Stake Amid AI Pivot and Prolonged Underperformance

London-based investment firm Robocap Asset Management has liquidated its entire $5.1 million position in NICE Ltd., as the cloud software company navigates a challenging strategic shift to AI-centric solutions against a backdrop of significant stock decline.

Feb 2, 2026

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Micron Soars as AI Demand Fuels Memory Chip Shortage, Prices Hit Multi-Year Highs

Micron Technology's stock surged nearly 6% Thursday, propelled by an industry-wide supply crunch for high-performance memory chips essential for artificial intelligence systems. The company's high-bandwidth memory (HBM) products are sold out through 2026.

Feb 2, 2026