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The U.S. government is exploring a strategy to impose a full oil embargo on Cuba, aiming to increase pressure on the Cuban government amid ongoing confrontations. This potential policy would extend beyond the existing limitation on Venezuelan oil shipments and is favored by some senior officials seeking regime change.
Beam S Craig, a director at Peoples Bancorp Inc, increased his stake by purchasing 157 shares on January 23, 2026. This insider buying occurred while the bank reported slightly better-than-expected earnings per share but missed revenue projections for the fourth quarter of 2025. Despite these mixed results, Peoples Bancorp continues to offer an att…
Silver has reached a historic peak above $100 per ounce, while gold is approaching the $5,000 mark as investors increasingly seek refuge in safe-haven assets. This surge is fueled by geopolitical unrest, concerns over tariffs, and potential U.S. Federal Reserve interest rate cuts. Concurrently, platinum and palladium prices have also recorded signi…
Rick Rieder, executive at BlackRock, is becoming a prominent contender for the Federal Reserve chairmanship, supported by his Wall Street expertise and proposed reforms to the central bank. Unlike other finalists, Rieder has not previously worked for the Fed, which makes him stand out in the selection process. Market indicators suggest increasing i…
On Friday, the Central Bank of Paraguay implemented a surprise reduction in its benchmark interest rate by 25 basis points, bringing it down to 5.75%. This marks the first rate cut since April 2024 and comes against expectations of a rate hold at 6%. The decision was driven by firm inflation expectations and a deceleration in consumer price increas…
On Friday, the stock market exhibited considerable volatility as notable companies across various market capitalization categories experienced significant price movements. Industry leaders like Intel revealed notable declines, while emerging firms and IPOs posted strong gains, highlighting investor sentiment influenced by corporate developments and…
At the World Economic Forum in Davos, China opted for a restrained profile contrasting markedly with the more assertive approach of the United States. While the US engaged broadly with global business leaders, China's delegation, led by Vice-Premier He Lifeng, emphasized willingness to increase foreign imports without aggressive posturing. This mea…
On Monday, January 26, 2026, financial markets will closely monitor a series of significant economic data releases, headlined by durable goods orders. This suite of reports offers an in-depth perspective on the manufacturing sector's condition and current economic activities, providing vital signals for investors and policymakers alike.
As the earnings season presses onward, investors anticipate detailed financial disclosures on Monday from a variety of prominent companies. Noteworthy among these are industrial giant Nucor, real estate investment trust American Capital Agency, and manufacturing firm Crane. Alongside these, several banks and financial services firms are set to unve…
First Citizens BancShares forecasted a full-year net interest income for 2026 below Wall Street estimates, resulting in a significant decline in its stock price. The bank anticipates that anticipated Federal Reserve rate reductions in the latter half of 2025 will compress margins by decreasing loan yields more rapidly than deposit costs. Despite a …
On January 22, 2026, Suresh V. Garimella, a director at Modine Manufacturing Co, executed a sale of 1,100 common shares valued at $165,000 under a pre-arranged plan. This transaction occurs in the context of Modine Manufacturing's recent increase in its revolving credit facility and upcoming leadership changes in its Climate Solutions division, alo…
On January 21, 2026, Edgewise Therapeutics' director Badreddin Edris sold over 115,000 shares of the company's stock, raising approximately $3.39 million. This sale was conducted under an established Rule 10b5-1 plan. On the same day, Edris also exercised stock options, acquiring a similar number of shares at much lower prices. These insider activi…
California has initiated legal proceedings against the federal government for reclassifying two pipelines as interstate, enabling the resumption of oil transport by Sable Offshore. The action escalates an ongoing conflict centered on a drilling operation off Santa Barbara that was halted after an oil spill in 2015, highlighting tensions between sta…
Shares of Sable Offshore experienced a substantial decline on Friday after California's attorney general declared a lawsuit against the federal government concerning the resumption of oil transport through two pipelines situated within the state. The dispute centers on the reclassification of Las Flores pipelines that facilitated federal emergency …
Tigress Financial Partners has upgraded Walmart's stock price target from its previous level to $135 while reaffirming a Buy rating. The firm points to Walmart’s aggressive adoption of artificial intelligence across multiple facets of its business including commerce, retail media, data monetization, and supply chain automation. These moves position…
Silver prices skyrocketed above $100 per ounce in early 2026, continuing an extraordinary rally that began in 2025. This price surge is driven largely by active retail investment and sustained scarcity in physical markets for silver, a precious and industrial metal. Technical analysts caution that the rapid appreciation could prompt a future correc…
Valero and Phillips 66 have purchased Venezuelan crude oil cargoes from trading house Vitol for delivery to the U.S. Gulf Coast, marking some of the first U.S. purchases tied to Washington’s authorization to export up to 50 million barrels from Caracas. The crude was traded at a discount to Brent, while Vitol and Trafigura, which received U.S. lice…
Erste Group has raised its rating on Rio Tinto Plc from Hold to Buy, highlighting the miner's strong return on common equity, a favorable price-to-earnings valuation and a high dividend yield. The upgrade follows robust production metrics and a set of operational and strategic developments, including higher copper output, a new solar installation a…
U.S. energy companies have shown a slight increase in their oil and natural gas drilling platforms for the first time in three weeks, with rig counts rising by one unit to 544 in the week ending January 23. Despite this increase, the total rig count remains notably below last year's level. This development appears alongside persistent declines in r…
Erste Group has revised its recommendation on Ecolab Inc. shares from Buy to Hold, emphasizing valuation concerns set against the backdrop of solid medium-term growth expectations. Trading near its annual peak, Ecolab’s elevated price-to-earnings ratio compared to peers led to the moderated outlook. The company’s strategic advancements, including a…
Bernstein has downgraded its rating on Confluent to Market-Perform after IBM agreed to purchase the data streaming company for $31 per share, implying a total valuation near $11 billion. The broker notes that the offer aligns with its previous price target, which included an acquisition premium, signaling limited upside potential now that the trans…
Water technology stocks lagged behind the broader market in 2025, achieving only a 3% gain compared to the S&P 500's 16% rise. However, Deutsche Bank analysts view this underperformance as an opportunity for 2026, citing strong fundamentals and adaptation to current market conditions. Their top picks include Badger Meter, Pentair, Watts Water Techn…
Recent satellite imagery and on-the-ground accounts reveal that Israel has advanced its armistice markers, known as the 'Yellow Line,' further into Hamas-controlled territory in Gaza, resulting in widespread displacement and building demolitions. This unilateral repositioning contradicts the terms of a U.S.-supported ceasefire, raising questions ab…
Chinese regulators have expanded their examination of Meta Platforms Inc's acquisition of AI startup Manus, scrutinizing potential breaches related to foreign investment protocols, currency movement, and tax reporting. The probe reflects heightened geopolitical sensitivities as Meta pursues autonomous AI developments through significant investments…
As silver surpasses the historic price of $100 per ounce amidst geopolitical tensions and anticipated U.S. interest rate reductions, it becomes crucial to understand the various mechanisms through which this precious metal is traded. This article dissects the key markets and methods of trading silver, including over-the-counter deals, futures contr…
