Metals price chart and software/semiconductor stocks reacting to AI fears and easing tensions

Metals Slide as Software Stocks Face AI Pressure

Metals drop on easing tensions; AI fears split software and semiconductor stocks amid mixed sector moves.

February 17, 2026

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Markets, tech and policy moves shape Tuesday trade

Investors navigate AI impacts, earnings forecasts, and global policy shifts shaping market sectors today.

Feb 17, 2026

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BIS flags rapid growth in synthetic risk transfers

Rapid growth in synthetic risk transfers raises concerns over risk monitoring and investor transparency.

Feb 17, 2026

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Danaher Nears $10 Billion Masimo Acquisition

Danaher eyes $10B Masimo deal, surpassing its $7B market cap; announcement may come Tuesday.

Feb 17, 2026

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Chevron expands Med presence with Greece leases

Chevron boosts Mediterranean footprint with new deepwater leases offshore Greece, pending approvals.

Feb 17, 2026

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Volkswagen Faces French Trial as EV Output Grows

Volkswagen's Dieselgate trial looms as EV production hits 5 million units worldwide.

Feb 16, 2026

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ZIM sale, HDD shortage and miners’ asset shifts

Major deals and supply crunches reshape shipping, storage, mining, and finance sectors in 2024.

Feb 16, 2026

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Crypto slump hits Robinhood and Coinbase

Crypto downturn pressures Robinhood and Coinbase, sparking investor caution and shifting preferences to Charles Schwab.

Feb 16, 2026

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Valuation Gaps Emerge Across Key Mid‑Cap Stocks

Mid-cap stocks show sharp valuation gaps amid earnings, deals, and shifting analyst outlooks.

Feb 16, 2026

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Indian Markets Face IT Selloff Amid Strong Earnings

Indian IT stocks plunge amid AI fears despite strong earnings; markets eye US Fed minutes and inflation data.

Feb 16, 2026

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Bancolombia stock pauses after strong year-long rally

Bancolombia shares dip after strong gains; earnings solid but margins tighten, prompting cautious outlook.

Feb 15, 2026

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AI shocks markets and sectors worldwide

AI breakthroughs trigger market volatility, boost revenues, and reshape global data infrastructure.

Feb 15, 2026

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Bain’s Manappuram Deal Faces RBI Hurdle

Bain Capital's Manappuram acquisition hits RBI limits, forcing stake sale in Tyger Capital group.

Feb 15, 2026

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Real estate tax play fuels investor demand

Investors leverage cost segregation to accelerate depreciation, unlocking significant tax savings and boosting cash flow.

Feb 15, 2026

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Oracle Faces AI Lawsuits Amid New Contract Wins

Oracle wins major contracts but faces AI-related lawsuits, impacting its stock performance.

Feb 15, 2026

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US debt wall and bond market strains deepen

US Treasury's massive $701B debt sale strains bond markets amid rising deficits and rate shifts.

Feb 15, 2026

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Energy and Infrastructure Stocks Draw Big New Bets

Institutional investors ramp up bets on energy and infrastructure, signaling strong sector momentum in 2026.

Feb 14, 2026

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Markets, AI and Utilities Shape This Week’s Moves

Tech rebounds and utility upgrades drive market shifts amid rising AI interest and risks.

Feb 14, 2026

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US-Japan pact seen reshaping investment flows

US-Japan pact aims to boost $550B investment, enhancing defense, AI, energy, and critical minerals sectors.

Feb 14, 2026

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AI Capex Boom Reshapes Global Equity Leaders

Tech giants accelerate AI investments, reshaping market leadership and fueling demand for custom chips.

Feb 14, 2026

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Corporate earnings, buybacks and M&A lead market moves

Strong Q4 results and strategic moves drive market momentum, with major buybacks and M&A shaping trends.

Feb 13, 2026

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Key Deals, Funding and Policy Moves Reshape Finance

Major finance shifts: acquisitions, $45M insurtech raise, AI privacy concerns, and evolving stablecoin policies.

Feb 13, 2026

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Amazon, Vista, ByteDance face scrutiny and deal shifts

Amazon faces tax probe in Milan; Vista and ByteDance navigate major deals amid shifting tech valuations.

Feb 13, 2026

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Dell Tightens Sales Pay, Consulting Giants Recast AI Metrics

Dell revamps sales pay with stricter targets; consulting firms adopt varied AI success metrics.

Feb 13, 2026

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Key Developments Across Energy, Retail, Tech and Policy

Gold surges near $5,000 amid Fed shifts; Jabil expands semiconductors; Cuba’s fuel crisis hits tourism; EU alters parcel duties.

Feb 13, 2026

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Vybe raises $10M as AI reshapes white-collar work

Vybe nets $10M to boost AI platform amid rapid automation of white-collar jobs and market shifts.

Feb 12, 2026

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Key corporate moves in energy, banking and Saudi trade

Saudi EXIM boosts non-oil exports; Eastern Bank backs employee ownership; Habitto hikes Japan savings rates.

Feb 12, 2026

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India set for US zero-tariff textile access like Bangladesh

India aims for US zero-tariff textile access, boosting exports but raising concerns over cotton imports.

Feb 12, 2026

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USV buys 79% of Wellbeing Nutrition

USV acquires majority stake in Wellbeing Nutrition, marking a major shift into consumer wellness.

Feb 12, 2026

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Cisco lifts AI outlook, posts record Q2 results

Cisco's Q2 surges on AI demand; new tech boosts outlook and dividend in record-breaking quarter.

Feb 12, 2026

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Lyft leans on partnerships, rewards for 2026 growth

Lyft boosts growth with strategic partnerships and rewards, targeting a $15B teen ride market by 2026.

Feb 11, 2026

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Moderna, Mexico sign mRNA vaccine pact

Moderna partners with Mexico to boost local mRNA vaccine production and expand respiratory vaccine access.

Feb 11, 2026

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Key global updates: US jobs, Chevron, Saudi hotels, BlackRock DeFi

US job growth rebounds; Chevron expands in Libya; Saudi luxury hotels rise; BlackRock enters DeFi market.

Feb 11, 2026

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Rupee Slides as Oil, Trade Tensions Weigh

Rupee dips amid rising oil prices and trade concerns, despite easing dollar strength.

Feb 11, 2026

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Mixed Global Markets and Key Corporate Moves

Asian stocks rise on Fed rate-cut hopes; energy, tech sectors see major funding and strategic moves.

Feb 11, 2026

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Bangladesh heads to pivotal Feb. 12 election

Bangladesh faces a crucial election amid economic woes and rising Islamist influence concerns.

Feb 11, 2026

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Key Moves in US Policy, Deals, Ratings and Markets

US policy shifts, Wells Fargo layoffs, Citigroup upgrades, and Cintas revives $5.2B UniFirst bid.

Feb 10, 2026

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AI Funding, Tools and Training Reshape Finance and Security

AI innovations drive major shifts in finance, security, and workforce training worldwide.

Feb 10, 2026

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Corporate, Pension and AI Shifts Shape Finance Landscape

U.S. pensions gain, Datadog boosts AI plans, Monday.com dips on 2026 outlook, new AI frameworks rise.

Feb 10, 2026

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Uber to buy Getir Turkey assets for $335m

Uber expands in Turkey with $335M Getir acquisition, aiming to unify delivery services by 2026.

Feb 10, 2026

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International Petroleum maps Blackrod‑led growth path

International Petroleum eyes $2B free cash flow by 2030 as Blackrod nears first oil in 2026.

Feb 10, 2026

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Thermo Fisher prices $3.8B notes for Clario deal

Thermo Fisher raises $3.8B via notes to fund Clario acquisition, with rates from 4.215% to 5.546%.

Feb 10, 2026

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Global Automotive Aftermarket Set for Steady Growth

Automotive aftermarket to grow steadily, driven by aging fleets and digital innovation in Asia-Pacific.

Feb 9, 2026

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Hims & Hers Plunges on Wegovy Copycat Fallout

Hims & Hers shares tumble amid legal battles over Wegovy copycat, despite strong revenue growth.

Feb 9, 2026

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PowerFleet lifts growth outlook on landmark AI contract

PowerFleet boosts growth forecast on major AI contract, driven by high-margin services and platform adoption.

Feb 9, 2026

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Firmus secures $10bn to scale Australian AI hubs

Firmus raises $10bn to build AI data centers and boost renewable energy projects in Australia.

Feb 9, 2026

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Asia Markets Rally on Takaichi Election Win

Asian markets surge on Japan's political win, boosted by Wall Street gains and hopes for fiscal stimulus.

Feb 9, 2026

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ETFs and Asian Stocks Stand Out in Volatile Markets

Asian tech and value ETFs shine as investors navigate volatility and shifting capital in EV and AI sectors.

Feb 8, 2026

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Gold, Silver and ETFs: How Investors Are Positioning Now

Investors balance gold’s volatility with diverse ETFs, adjusting portfolios amid Fed shifts and global risks.

Feb 8, 2026

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Trump’s $6K Senior Tax Break Reshapes Retirement Math

New $6K senior tax break alters retirement planning for middle-income retirees starting 2025.

Feb 8, 2026

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Analysts Shift on Key Blue-Chip and Growth Names

Analysts reevaluate top sectors as tech pivots on AI and energy, finance, and healthcare face shifting growth dynamics.

Feb 8, 2026

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Banco Santander weighs buyback, Webster deal, UK risk

Santander boosts shares with €5B buyback, $12B Webster deal amid UK regulatory risks.

Feb 8, 2026

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Valuation Shifts Across Key Stocks in Early 2026

Eversource and Kyndryl undervalued; Guidewire overvalued amid mixed analyst outlooks and shifting narratives.

Feb 8, 2026

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How Leading ETFs Differ on Growth, Yield and Risk

Explore how top ETFs balance growth, yield, and risk across sectors and benchmarks for smarter investing.

Feb 7, 2026

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India-US trade pact reshapes tariffs, tech flows

India-US trade deal cuts tariffs, boosts tech goods exchange, reshaping bilateral commerce dynamics.

Feb 7, 2026

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Hims–Novo Nordisk clash over new weight-loss pill

Hims & Hers faces legal heat from Novo Nordisk over its low-cost weight-loss pill launch.

Feb 7, 2026

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AI Infrastructure, Data Centers Drive New Deals

Major firms secure deals and partnerships to boost AI data center infrastructure and power capacity.

Feb 7, 2026

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Shell outlines 2025 results and LNG‑led growth plan

Shell posts strong 2025 earnings, accelerates cost cuts, and targets robust LNG growth through 2030.

Feb 7, 2026

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AI buildout strains capacity, reshapes chip demand

AI surge fuels chip demand but power, land, and supply chain limits challenge capacity expansion.

Feb 7, 2026

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Vista, Intel back SambaNova in $350m round

Vista leads $350M funding in AI chip startup SambaNova, with Intel boosting its stake amid rising AI demand.

Feb 6, 2026

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Tech-Led Rebound Lifts US Stocks After AI Sell-Off

Semiconductors and crypto stocks rally as AI investments boost US markets after tech sell-off.

Feb 6, 2026

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Philip Morris Q4 2025 Results and 2026 Outlook

Philip Morris posts strong Q4 with smoke-free products boosting growth; optimistic 2026 EPS guidance set.

Feb 6, 2026

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Pirelli Blocks Cyber Tyre Spin-Off Amid China Rift

Pirelli rejects Cyber Tyre spin-off, escalating conflict with major shareholder Sinochem.

Feb 6, 2026

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Corporate earnings and expansion updates

Tech and infrastructure firms report strong AI-driven demand, leadership shifts, and mixed near-term outlooks.

Feb 6, 2026

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AI Infrastructure, Cybersecurity Drive Tech Earnings Moves

Tech firms boost earnings on AI demand, cybersecurity, and strategic shifts in cloud and fintech sectors.

Feb 6, 2026

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Markets Swoon as Bitcoin, Tech and Crypto Firms Slide

Tech and crypto stocks plunge, dragging markets down amid AI spending worries and crypto losses.

Feb 5, 2026

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Maersk Cuts Jobs as Freight Rates Slide Further

Maersk trims 1,000 jobs as freight rates drop 23%, pressuring profits amid weak demand.

Feb 5, 2026

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Hims jolts weight‑loss drug market with $49 Wegovy pill

Hims disrupts weight-loss market with $49 Wegovy pill, pressuring Novo Nordisk and Eli Lilly shares.

Feb 5, 2026

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Global business moves: deals, divestments and new builds

Maas Group shifts focus to AI; ExxonMobil expands in Guyana; solar projects grow; Amazon fined in Germany.

Feb 5, 2026

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Global earnings spotlight: Saab, Volvo, ASE, Betolar

Saab boosts sales targets; Volvo faces margin pressure; ASE thrives; Betolar scales with losses.

Feb 5, 2026

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Hennessy Capital VIII prices upsized $210m SPAC IPO

Hennessy Capital VIII raises $210M in SPAC IPO, targeting industrial innovation and energy transition deals.

Feb 5, 2026

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Lantronix lifts outlook as drone, AI demand rise

Lantronix boosts fiscal outlook as drone and AI demand drive strong revenue and cash flow growth.

Feb 4, 2026

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Ares Capital posts strong 2025 and eyes steady 2026

Ares Capital’s strong 2025 earnings and record commitments set the stage for steady dividends in 2026.

Feb 4, 2026

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AI Jitters Hit Software, While Uber, Eli Lilly Outline Growth Plans

Software stocks fall on AI concerns; Uber and Eli Lilly reveal ambitious growth and innovation strategies.

Feb 4, 2026

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Tech, AI and Energy Deals Drive Global Business Moves

Global deals surge in tech, AI, and energy sectors, reshaping markets with strategic partnerships and investments.

Feb 4, 2026

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Visa, Infineon Lead Fresh Wave of 2026 Deals

Visa expands China reach via UnionPay; Infineon boosts AI chip capacity with €500m capex hike.

Feb 4, 2026

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Defensive Stocks Rise as Safe-Haven Trade Builds

Investors shift to dividend stocks and gold amid AI fears, Fed changes, and rising market volatility.

Feb 4, 2026

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Sonos, Skyworks and AI Shape Market Narrative

Sonos and Skyworks lead gains as AI drives market focus despite volatility in software stocks.

Feb 3, 2026

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Super Bowl Week Spurs Focus on Taxes, Finance Ed

New tax rules and betting laws reshape how sports bettors report winnings and losses this Super Bowl week.

Feb 3, 2026

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Markets Edge Up on AI Earnings, CEO Shifts, Metal Surge

Tech gains on AI optimism, CEO changes at Disney & PayPal, metals rally, and SpaceX-xAI merger buzz.

Feb 3, 2026

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Regulators raid X in France; Dubai launches Musk tunnel

French probes target X over deepfakes and abuse; Dubai greenlights Musk’s high-speed tunnel project.

Feb 3, 2026

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Corporate earnings, deals and capital moves on Feb 3

Strong earnings and strategic moves highlight tech, automotive, and industrial sectors amid market pressures.

Feb 3, 2026

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Avidity sets spin-off record date pre‑Novartis deal

Avidity plans Feb 12 record date for Atrium spin-off ahead of Novartis acquisition completion.

Feb 3, 2026

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SpaceX to Merge With xAI, Reshaping AI in Space

SpaceX merges with xAI to pioneer space-based AI and data centers, eyeing a $50B IPO.

Feb 2, 2026

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Disney Earnings Beat, Stock Sinks on Weak Outlook

Disney tops Q1 estimates with strong parks, but weak outlook and profit dip weigh on shares.

Feb 2, 2026

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Analysts Spotlight Select Biotech Names for 2026

Analysts boost outlooks for select biotech firms ahead of pivotal 2026 clinical and regulatory milestones.

Feb 2, 2026

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India weighs Alipay+–UPI link amid China thaw

India explores linking UPI with Alipay+ to boost cross-border payments amid cautious China ties.

Feb 2, 2026

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Sampo wraps €150m buyback as capital plan advances

Sampo completes €150M buyback, cancels shares, and advances its capital return strategy.

Feb 2, 2026

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Gold, Silver Slide As Warsh Fed Pick Hits Metals

Gold and silver plunge as Warsh Fed pick boosts dollar, sparking sharp market shifts and risk-off sentiment.

Feb 2, 2026

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Visa, Microsoft and Broadcom deepen AI, crypto bets

Visa, Microsoft, and Broadcom boost AI and crypto investments amid rising market scrutiny.

Feb 1, 2026

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Apple’s Record Quarter Meets Supply-Chain Strain

Apple’s strong iPhone sales boost profits, but supply issues and rising costs pose future challenges.

Feb 1, 2026

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Nvidia deepens CoreWeave AI data center alliance

Nvidia invests $2B in CoreWeave to boost AI data centers, fueling rapid growth and innovation.

Feb 1, 2026

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AI Stocks: Fresh Bets From Meta to Sandisk

Meta's $135B AI push boosts chipmakers; Sandisk soars 1,500% amid memory demand surge.

Feb 1, 2026

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Valuation Models Flag Mixed Signals Across Stocks

New valuation insights reveal mixed stock signals, highlighting both undervalued and overvalued opportunities.

Feb 1, 2026

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Apple Refocuses 2026 Lineup Amid AI Chip Squeeze

Apple shifts focus to premium iPhones in 2026 due to AI chip shortages, despite strong revenue growth.

Feb 1, 2026

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UiPath CEO Share Sale and Insider Moves at Alexium

UiPath CEO sells $2M in stock amid profits; Alexium insiders boost holdings, signaling market confidence.

Jan 31, 2026

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Kelly’s Fundraising Surge, ICE Rulings and Grid Strain

Sen. Kelly's fundraising spikes amid legal battles; Ukraine faces power outages; Brookdale boosts outlook.

Jan 31, 2026

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Analysts Reset Gold Miners After Historic Metal Selloff

Gold miners face sharp selloff as analysts weigh margin risks and volatile market outlook.

Jan 31, 2026

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AI, Energy and Industrial Deals Drive Market Moves

AI innovations and energy projects fuel market activity as firms boost dividends and reshape portfolios.

Jan 31, 2026

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Joby Aviation: High-Risk, High-Reward eVTOL Play

Joby Aviation races toward FAA approval, eyeing air taxi service amid cash burn and rising competition.

Jan 31, 2026

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