A new forecast reveals streaming platforms are set to increase sports rights spending by 7% in 2026, with Amazon's Prime Video overtaking DAZN as the top investor, signaling a major shift in the battle for live sports dominance.
HSBC Holdings is aggressively rebuilding its investment banking operations in Hong Kong and key Asian hubs, reallocating senior talent and capital to capture growth in IPOs and capital markets, as its strategic focus shifts decisively eastward.
Nomura's digital asset arm, Laser Digital, reports quarterly losses leading to reduced crypto exposure, even as it aggressively pursues a US banking charter and global expansion, highlighting a dual-track strategy of short-term risk management and long-term infrastructure build-out.
Viking Holdings (VIK) shares have surged over 40% in the past year, but analysts are divided on whether the luxury cruise operator is fairly valued or poised for a correction. We examine the conflicting signals from recent price action and intrinsic value models.
In a strategic move to modernize financial services, DXC Technology partners with Ripple to embed digital asset custody and payment solutions directly into legacy core banking systems, aiming to facilitate institutional adoption of blockchain technology.
The banking sector has surged 12.5% in six months, outpacing the broader market. Yet, beneath the headline gains, selectivity is key. We analyze one bank with a unique value proposition poised for sustainable growth and flag two others where the risk-reward appears less compelling for investors.
Shares in Lloyds Banking Group have surged over 18% in three months, reigniting investor interest. As the stock hovers near analyst targets, a key question emerges: does the UK banking giant still offer value, or has the market run ahead of itself?
Florida-based Seacoast Banking Corporation (SBCF) capped off 2025 with robust loan growth and margin expansion, fueled by its recent acquisition of Villages Bancorporation. Management outlined confident guidance for the coming year, forecasting significant earnings per share growth and improved returns.
President Donald Trump announces his intent to nominate former Fed Governor Kevin Warsh to lead the central bank, seeking a policy shift aligned with his economic vision amid debates over inflation and the Fed's independence.
Lloyds Banking Group has unveiled a significant capital return to shareholders, launching a £1.75 billion share buyback and raising its dividend by 15%. The move follows robust full-year results and digital progress, but unfolds against a backdrop of ongoing regulatory scrutiny and strategic reinvestment needs.
Charles Schwab announces a strategic reorganization, merging its wealth advisory and banking divisions into a single unit led by long-time executive Neesha Hathi, alongside other key leadership changes.
With economic crosswinds buffeting regional markets, income-focused investors are increasingly looking to dividend-paying equities in Asia to anchor their portfolios. We examine three prominent names offering compelling yields.
A detailed four-month audit of every expense left one individual perplexed: despite a solid income and no major debt, their bank account was perpetually near empty. The experience underscores a critical gap between tracking spending and controlling it, a common pitfall in personal finance.
Alibaba's logistics arm Cainiao is making a major strategic move into autonomous freight, with a reported $2 billion investment in L4 self-driving truck firm Zelos Technology, signaling a deepening push into AI-driven supply chain solutions.
Months after the 'Crypto Black Friday' crash, allegations of platform instability and market manipulation continue to dog Binance, sparking fierce debate about trust and power in the digital asset space.
President Donald Trump announces his intent to nominate former Fed Governor Kevin Warsh as the next Federal Reserve Chair, seeking a leader aligned with his economic vision amid debates over interest rates and inflation.
Ripple's acquisition of a full Electronic Money Institution license from Luxembourg's CSSF grants it passporting rights across the European Union, a strategic move that boosted XRP's price and accelerated adoption of its RLUSD stablecoin.
Amidst a backdrop of steady central bank policies and shifting investor sentiment, income-focused portfolios are turning towards Asia. We examine three Japanese companies offering compelling dividend yields and value potential for the month ahead.
A notable easing of US-Iran tensions has buoyed investor confidence across Gulf bourses, creating a favorable backdrop for stable, income-generating equities. We analyze three regional dividend stocks offering potential portfolio resilience amid shifting market dynamics.
Offshore drilling contractor Noble Corporation bolsters its forward workload with a series of new multi-year contracts totaling approximately $1.3 billion, headlined by a major harsh-environment rig award in Norway, signaling a strategic geographic expansion and renewed confidence in the offshore cycle.
