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Fortive's Stock Slump Sparks Valuation Debate: Is the Industrial Tech Firm a Bargain?

Fortive Corporation's shares have retreated over 5% in the past month, prompting investors to re-examine the industrial technology conglomerate's fundamentals. With a renewed focus on its recurring revenue streams and a fair value estimate suggesting upside, analysts are divided on whether the pullback presents a buying opportunity or reflects deeper sector headwinds.

Jan 30, 2026

Business

Grab Appoints New Independent Director as It Doubles Down on Grocery, Fintech and Autonomous Vehicle Ambitions

Southeast Asian super app Grab Holdings has appointed Laura Franco to its board, succeeding the retiring Ng Shin Ein. The move signals a governance refresh aimed at steering the company's aggressive expansion into on-demand grocery, financial technology, and next-generation mobility partnerships.

Jan 30, 2026

Business

Infineon Accelerates AI Ambitions with Strategic Acquisition, Betting Big on Automotive and Industrial Markets

German chipmaker Infineon Technologies is fast-tracking its artificial intelligence investments and acquiring AMS Austram's sensor portfolio, a strategic move to solidify its position in the high-growth AI-driven automotive and industrial sectors.

Feb 5, 2026

Business

Royal Caribbean Charts Course for Future with New 'Discovery Class' Fleet

Royal Caribbean Group announces a multi-ship 'Discovery Class' order with French shipbuilder Chantiers de l'Atlantique, extending its newbuild pipeline through 2032. The move signals a long-term bet on fleet modernization, guest experience, and sustainability as the cruise industry sails beyond its post-pandemic recovery.

Feb 5, 2026

Samsung Bets on Olympic Foldable and Privacy Push to Elevate Its Market Narrative

Samsung Electronics unveils a special edition foldable for the 2026 Winter Games and introduces advanced privacy controls, moves analysts see as strategic plays to bolster its premium brand and address investor concerns over its valuation.

Feb 5, 2026

Business

XPeng Accelerates Global Push with P7+ Launch Amid Domestic Sales Headwinds

Chinese EV maker XPeng debuts its upgraded P7+ sedan across 36 countries, including a prominent showcase at the Brussels Motor Show, as it aggressively expands its European footprint. This overseas offensive unfolds against a backdrop of softening demand in its home market, where January deliveries saw a significant decline.

Feb 5, 2026

Business

NetApp's Super Bowl Spotlight: A Data Infrastructure Showcase Amidst Market Skepticism

As NetApp powers the data operations for Super Bowl LX, the high-profile event highlights its infrastructure capabilities. Yet, this showcase arrives against a backdrop of conflicting analyst views and recent stock volatility, prompting a closer look at its valuation and long-term trajectory.

Feb 5, 2026

Business

C3.ai in Advanced Merger Talks with Automation Anywhere, Sparking Debate on AI Consolidation

Exclusive sources indicate C3.ai is in late-stage discussions to be acquired by automation leader Automation Anywhere, a move that would create a new public entity blending AI software with robotic process automation and reshape the competitive landscape.

Feb 5, 2026

Business

National Lottery's Good Cause Funding Hits Two-Year Low Amid Sales Slump and Tech Woes

Charitable donations from the National Lottery have fallen to their lowest quarterly level in two years, driven by declining scratch card and EuroMillions sales and ongoing technical disruptions under new operator Allwyn.

Feb 5, 2026

Business

Palantir CTO Champions AI as a Tool to Dismantle Bureaucracy, Empower Frontline Workers

In an exclusive interview, Palantir's Shyam Sankar argues that artificial intelligence should be leveraged to flatten corporate hierarchies and return agency to employees, countering fears of widespread job displacement.

Feb 5, 2026

Business

Sonos Emerges from Reliability Crisis, Bets on AI and Customer Loyalty for Growth

After a year-long effort to restore trust following a disastrous app rollout, Sonos is shifting focus to new product launches and ambitious AI integration, aiming to turn system reliability into a key growth driver.

Feb 5, 2026

World

Spain's Sanchez Stands Firm on Social Media Ban for Minors, Defies Tech Titans' Criticism

Spanish Prime Minister Pedro Sanchez vows to proceed with plans to ban under-16s from social media, dismissing fierce opposition from tech moguls Elon Musk and Pavel Durov as attempts to spread misinformation and undermine democratic will.

Feb 5, 2026

Business

Beyond the Spread: The Bizarre World of Super Bowl Prop Bets and What They Mean for Investors

As legal sports betting booms, prediction markets are offering increasingly niche wagers on everything from halftime show outfits to ad slogans, raising questions about the blurring line between gambling and investing.

Feb 5, 2026

Business

ADP Data Shows Sluggish Job Growth, Leaving Fed Unlikely to Shift Course on Rates

Private sector hiring in January fell dramatically short of forecasts, reinforcing a cautious labor market trend. Despite the weak numbers, analysts see little immediate pressure for the Federal Reserve to cut interest rates amid ongoing inflation concerns and a pending leadership transition.

Feb 5, 2026

Business

Bitcoin Tumbles Below $70K as Treasury Chief Rules Out Bailout, Adding to Crypto Market Jitters

Bitcoin's price slid below the $70,000 threshold following remarks from Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent, who explicitly denied having the authority to orchestrate a government-backed rescue for the cryptocurrency sector. The decline underscores growing regulatory clarity and its immediate impact on fragile digital asset markets.

Feb 5, 2026

Business

Photronics Bets Big on U.S. Supply Chain Security with Major Photomask Capacity Expansion

Photronics, the sole U.S.-headquartered supplier of advanced photomasks, has dramatically increased its 2026 capital expenditure forecast, signaling a strategic bet on long-term demand from semiconductor and defense sectors amid global supply chain reconfiguration.

Feb 5, 2026

Business

IBM Taps PepsiCo Chief for Board, Signaling Broader Ambitions in AI and Enterprise Transformation

IBM appoints PepsiCo Chairman and CEO Ramon Laguarta to its board of directors, bringing global consumer goods and digital transformation expertise to guide the tech giant's strategic pivot.

Feb 5, 2026

Business

From Teller to Top Executive: TD Bank's Demetrius Johnson on Leadership, Community, and Navigating a Digital Future

In an exclusive interview, Demetrius Johnson, TD Bank's newly appointed Carolinas Market President, reflects on his two-decade journey from a Philadelphia teller window to regional leadership, emphasizing the enduring importance of community connection in an era of rapid technological change.

Feb 5, 2026

Business

Ethereum's Scaling Vision Shifts: Layer 2 Founders Pivot as Buterin Calls for New Roadmap

Vitalik Buterin's suggestion to revise Ethereum's long-held scaling strategy, moving away from a primary reliance on Layer 2 networks, has sent shockwaves through the ecosystem. Founders of major scaling projects are now defending their value proposition, emphasizing specialization beyond mere transaction processing.

Feb 5, 2026

Business

Beyond the Blue Chips: Three European Penny Stocks Gaining Traction Amid Market Recovery

As the STOXX Europe 600 signals cautious optimism, a segment of investors is turning its gaze to lesser-known, low-priced equities. We examine three such companies—from Swedish security tech to Polish gaming and German football—that are showing promising fundamentals despite their modest market capitalizations.

Feb 5, 2026