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SLB reported better-than-expected adjusted earnings for Q4, driven by its recent acquisition of ChampionX. The company plans to deliver over $4 billion to shareholders through dividends and buybacks in 2026, signaling confidence despite regional market softness. Investor interest has heightened following developments in Venezuela's oil sector, posi…
U.S. stock futures declined with heightened geopolitical tensions and notable company earnings reports affecting investor sentiment. Intel's substantial quarterly loss and cautious outlook contrasted with Nvidia's modest gains following potential Chinese regulatory approvals for AI chips. Meanwhile, airline stocks dropped due to widespread winter w…
The energy ministries of Kazakhstan and the United States recently convened to explore avenues for cooperation focusing on Kazakhstan's oil and gas sector. Kazakhstan, a significant player in global energy markets, has faced recent production setbacks due to operational incidents and security disruptions affecting key infrastructure. U.S. energy co…
Barclays' analysis frames the swift resolution of the Greenland tariff dispute as evidence of the U.S. administration’s low tolerance for disruption in financial markets. Despite initial market jitters triggered by proposed tariffs impacting NATO allies, equity markets stabilized quickly, reflecting investor resilience amid elevated positioning and…
Shares of New Era Energy & Digital experienced significant fluctuation over two trading sessions after the company filed a mixed securities shelf registration with the SEC enabling potential capital raising of up to $350 million. Initial investor optimism gave way to concerns over dilution risks linked to future securities issuance under this shelf…
Jefferies has updated its perspective on German automotive suppliers, highlighting a challenging environment in 2026 marked by subdued production, heightened competition, and constrained prospects for sales and margin improvements. Despite the overall difficult market forecast, Schaeffler emerges as Jefferies’ preferred investment due to its strate…
European Union leaders are galvanizing efforts to confront what they view as the escalating assertiveness of the United States under President Donald Trump, following a diplomatic standoff over Greenland. The incident has underscored the urgency of stabilizing the transatlantic partnership and reducing Europe’s economic and security vulnerabilities…
UBS is preparing to introduce cryptocurrency trading capabilities to a select group of private banking clients in Switzerland, with plans for potential expansion into other global markets such as Asia-Pacific and the United States. This initiative reflects growing client interest in digital assets and positions UBS alongside other major financial i…
Shares of Nvidia experienced a notable increase following reports that Chinese regulatory bodies have given preliminary approval to major domestic technology firms to proceed with arrangements to acquire Nvidia's H200 AI chips. This marks a significant step toward resumption of AI chip imports into China, which had previously faced uncertainty. Whi…
Bank of America Global Research has pinpointed a focused list of European building materials companies poised for notable performance in 2026, highlighting key drivers such as earnings momentum, pricing power, and strong balance sheets. Amid a sector with limited valuation upside, select stocks demonstrate resilience connected to a housing market r…
Kepler Cheuvreux upgraded its outlook on ProSiebenSat.1 to 'hold' from 'reduce' as the broadcaster’s stock price stabilized near its fundamental worth amid persistent market challenges and structural headwinds in the German TV advertising market. The upgrade follows a period of underperformance linked to the change in ownership and management under…
Kepler Cheuvreux analyst Richard Withagen has downgraded Coca-Cola HBC's stock from Hold to Reduce, citing potential near-term value destruction due to its pending $3.4 billion acquisition of Coca-Cola Beverages Africa (CCBA). The acquisition introduces execution risk and may dilute profitability, with the enlarged group’s returns likely to be weig…
Citigroup is set to undergo further employee reductions in March, subsequent to approximately 1,000 layoffs implemented in January. These forthcoming cuts, expected to impact senior management including managing directors across various business units, are part of CEO Jane Fraser's broader initiative to reduce costs and improve operational efficien…
Bank of America analysts suggest that even with forecasts indicating robust GDP and earnings growth, the S&P 500 may not experience significant gains. This is largely attributed to the index's concentration in AI-related stocks, which are less sensitive to economic cycles, contrasting with cyclical sectors that would benefit more directly from an e…
Jefferies has launched its equity research coverage on Elia Group SA/NV, a major electricity transmission system operator with predominantly regulated operations in Belgium and Germany. The report emphasizes the company's growing regulated asset base, increasing EBITDA, and steady balance sheet growth in line with ongoing infrastructure investments…
The UK's Ofcom has initiated an investigation into Meta Platforms concerning the accuracy and completeness of information the social media giant submitted about WhatsApp. This inquiry follows a market review of the wholesale business bulk SMS sector conducted last year, raising concerns about the reliability of data Meta provided during the process…
As in-flight connectivity becomes more prevalent, the debate over its value intensifies, particularly between budget carriers like Ryanair and premium, long-haul airlines. While the latter sees high-speed WiFi as indispensable for attracting premium customers, budget airlines question the cost-effectiveness against passenger willingness to pay.
Lenovo is advancing its position as a major AI player by seeking collaborations with a variety of large language model developers worldwide to integrate AI capabilities across its extensive product portfolio, including PCs, smartphones, and wearables. The company's approach is to orchestrate partnerships rather than develop proprietary AI models, c…
In 2025, U.S. companies secured $244 billion in foreign government procurement contracts with the support of the U.S. Commerce Department, marking a nearly threefold increase from 2024. This surge is largely driven by a significant uptick in Boeing's aircraft orders and is projected to sustain approximately 844,000 American jobs.
Intel's stock fell by 12% following reports that its data-center chip supply cannot keep pace with the escalating demand driven by the artificial intelligence sector. The company, which had been lagging behind AI chip leader Nvidia, is now experiencing increased interest due to strong server chip demand and substantial investments from notable enti…
Barclays has upheld a neutral perspective on the European consumer staples sector but executed a series of targeted rating changes among individual companies. Notably, it upgraded L'Oréal and Haleon to 'overweight' while adjusting price targets across several firms within the food, household, and personal care segments. These modifications reflect …
Czechoslovak Group (CSG) debuted on the Euronext Amsterdam stock exchange with a significant market capitalization, reflecting rising investor confidence in the European defense sector amid heightened security concerns post-Russia’s invasion of Ukraine. The company’s IPO attracted strong demand, supported by established ties with key clients such a…
According to Bank of America strategist Michael Hartnett, the typical conditions that indicate a major equity market peak are not fully present in 2026. While investor positioning is high and optimism toward earnings remains robust, the crucial factor of policy tightening is missing. Hartnett emphasizes that without tighter financial conditions, in…
Indian equities ended lower on Friday, with the Nifty 50 index declining nearly 1 percent to mark a three-month low. Losses were led by the Real Estate, Power, and Capital Goods sectors. Major indices including the BSE Sensex followed suit, reflecting broad-based selling. Volatility increased as measured by the India VIX, while certain blue-chip st…
Deutsche Bank has updated its target prices for a range of European gaming companies in its 2026 sector forecast, maintaining most core investment recommendations despite widespread valuation adjustments. The bank anticipates ongoing sector influences including prediction market evolution, UK online gambling tax impacts, and continued market consol…
