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Beyond the Rally: Why PNC Financial's Momentum May Mask Deeper Concerns

Despite outperforming the S&P 500 by nearly 11% over the past six months, a closer look at PNC Financial Services Group reveals pressure on core banking metrics. Analysts point to tepid net interest income growth and a projected decline in tangible book value as reasons for caution, suggesting investors may find better opportunities elsewhere in the financial sector.

Business

Regional Bank Roundup: Who Thrived and Who Stumbled in Q4 Earnings?

As the dust settles on fourth-quarter earnings, a clear divergence emerges among regional lenders. While the sector broadly met expectations, individual performances from OceanFirst Financial to Live Oak Bancshares tell a story of strategic bets, merger moves, and the ongoing battle against fintech disruption and economic uncertainty.

World

Whistleblower Complaint Against Intelligence Chief Gabbard Stalled for Months, Sparking Bipartisan Scrutiny

A complaint alleging misconduct by Director of National Intelligence Tulsi Gabbard has been withheld from congressional oversight committees for eight months, her office citing an extended legal review. The delay, disputed by the complainant's attorney, raises questions about transparency and adherence to whistleblower protection laws within the nation's top intelligence office.