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Spring Valley Acquisition Corp. III announced a definitive business combination agreement with fusion energy innovator General Fusion, a move that will make General Fusion the first publicly traded company specializing exclusively in fusion energy technologies. The deal values the combined entity at around $1 billion and includes significant fundin…
Kizza Besigye, a prominent Ugandan opposition figure detained on charges including treason, is reportedly enduring a serious decline in health characterized by high fever, abdominal pain, dehydration, and mobility issues. Besigye’s wife, Winnie Byanyima, has expressed alarm over his condition and highlighted the denial of adequate medical treatment…
Shares of AST SpaceMobile surged 6% following the announcement that the company’s BlueBird 7 satellite is set to launch in late February from Cape Canaveral via Blue Origin’s New Glenn rocket. This mission is a critical component of the company's pioneering initiative to establish the first cellular broadband network accessible directly through sta…
Jefferies has categorized Meta Platforms as a "Top Pick" following a significant stock price decline, presenting a favorable entry point for investors. The firm’s analysis centers on five key reasons including valuation discounts relative to peers, management's conservative fiscal guidance, AI development prospects, core operational strengths, and …
Paramount Skydance has prolonged its hostile tender offer deadline for Warner Bros Discovery to February 20, aiming to persuade investors of the advantages of its bid over Netflix's competing proposal. This extension is part of a long-running contest to acquire the company’s valuable assets, including Warner Bros’ renowned film and television studi…
Larry Culp, CEO of GE Aerospace, responded to airline industry criticisms regarding pricing power in the jet-engine sector. Airlines have pointed to increased maintenance expenses, engine shortages, and extended turnaround times as evidence of manufacturers' leverage. Culp highlighted GE Aerospace's significant R&D expenditures and long-term value …
An analysis from WarrenAI identifies four technology companies demonstrating significant earnings growth forecasts and attractive valuation metrics. Zoom Video Communications, NetScout Systems, Diebold Nixdorf, and Tuya stand out as key players poised for potential earnings rebounds, each presenting a distinct risk-reward profile aligned with evolv…
Corcept Therapeutics experienced a notable 45% stock increase following positive Phase 3 trial results for relacorilant in treating platinum-resistant ovarian cancer. The ROSELLA trial demonstrated a significant survival benefit when relacorilant was combined with nab-paclitaxel chemotherapy compared to chemotherapy alone. The treatment was well to…
Terrestrial Energy Inc. has secured a pivotal agreement with the U.S. Department of Energy to advance its Integral Molten Salt Reactor fuel production through Project TEFLA, resulting in a 15% rise in its stock price. This project, part of a strategic pilot production initiative, is designed to demonstrate the manufacturing of low-enriched uranium …
Freeport-McMoRan reported better-than-expected earnings in the fourth quarter, driven by elevated copper prices and supportive market conditions. The miner's average realized copper price rose significantly year-on-year, aided by supply constraints and increased demand from major economies. The company's advantage as the largest domestic copper pro…
Paramount Skydance has extended its hostile tender offer deadline for Warner Bros Discovery by roughly a month, moving the cutoff to February 20. The bid faces stiff competition from Netflix, which recently upgraded its cash offer to acquire the studio and streaming service. Paramount’s unchanged $30-per-share bid has yet to attract sufficient shar…
Huntington Bancshares forecasts record-setting net interest income in 2026 driven by robust loan growth and improved margins amid a supportive interest rate environment. The bank’s strategic acquisitions and organic growth efforts position it for sustained profitability as lending demand strengthens and deposit costs ease.
Turkey's central bank reduced its benchmark interest rate by 100 basis points to 37% in its first policy meeting of 2026. The decision reflects ongoing inflation challenges and cautious inflation expectations, resulting in a slower easing cycle than market forecasts indicated. While inflation showed signs of easing in December, early 2026 indicator…
Satellite images and testimonies indicate that Israel has moved its demarcated 'Yellow Line' deeper into Hamas-controlled areas of Gaza, notably in Al-Tuffah neighborhood, resulting in destruction and displacement despite a U.S.-backed ceasefire agreement. The military's unilateral repositioning and fortification building signal a changing dynamic …
UBS has increased its forecast for platinum prices, anticipating levels of $2,500 per ounce in the near term. This upward revision follows a doubling of prices over the past seven months, propelled primarily by robust investment demand amid tight physical market conditions. While factors such as industrial and jewelry consumption, geopolitical tens…
Copper remains a central industrial metal, with 2025 patterns defined by concentrated mine production, heavy Chinese refining capacity, steady recycling contributions and supply disruptions that limited mine growth even as refined output expanded. This report outlines how ores are processed, where production and refining are located, how demand is …
The European Central Bank (ECB) decided to keep its key interest rate steady at 2% during its recent December meeting, reflecting a cautious policy stance as inflation remains close to the bank's 2% target. While economic growth projections were slightly raised, ECB officials emphasized readiness to adjust policy if rising risks materialize. The ba…
NATO's Supreme Allied Commander Europe, General Alexus Grynkewich, has expressed growing worry about the increasing military cooperation between Russia and China in the Arctic region. Highlighted are joint naval patrols and coordinated long-range bomber flights, which contribute to evolving security challenges. Concurrently, developments concerning…
NATO’s Supreme Allied Commander Europe, General Alexus Grynkewich, has voiced concern regarding the escalating collaboration between China and Russia within the Arctic region. This partnership includes enhanced maritime and long-range bomber air patrols. While NATO evaluates methods to bolster its Arctic presence, discussions concerning an agreemen…
Mexico's inflation rate increased by 3.77% year-on-year in early January, slightly below market expectations, with notable price rises in tobacco and sugary beverages following new taxes. Core inflation, which excludes food and fuel prices, accelerated but remained under forecast. The central bank's recent interest rate cuts aim to support economic…
The FTSE 100 experienced a slight increase on Thursday, buoyed by the broader European market moves following U.S. President Donald Trump's softening of tariff threats concerning Greenland. The defense sector experienced declines, contrasted by advances in European automotive stocks. Simultaneously, key UK companies reported divergent earnings upda…
President Donald Trump stated that negotiations with Denmark on an agreement concerning Greenland are ongoing, emphasizing that the discussion focuses on granting the United States unrestricted access to the territory without time constraints. These remarks were made during an interview at the World Economic Forum in Davos, Switzerland, shortly aft…
Kevin Hassett, a White House adviser and contender for the Federal Reserve chairmanship, advocated for an independent Fed Chair who honors the institution’s mandates. Drawing parallels to Alan Greenspan's tenure, Hassett underscored the importance of recognizing economic conditions without triggering inflation, reflecting recent remarks by Presiden…
Nvidia CEO Jensen Huang shared insights at the World Economic Forum in Davos about the substantial job creation resulting from the ongoing AI infrastructure expansion. He emphasized that this development is generating numerous well-paid trade positions, challenging misconceptions about AI eliminating jobs exclusively in technical sectors. Despite c…
Colombia has implemented a 30% tariff on select Ecuadorian goods and suspended electricity exports to Ecuador following Quito's recent announcement of similar tariffs on Colombian products. The dispute roots in allegations of insufficient collaboration against drug trafficking, accusations dismissed by Colombia's government. The developments have r…
