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Mexican President Claudia Sheinbaum has formally asked South Korea's President Lee Jae Myung to help secure additional concerts by K-pop group BTS in Mexico, citing overwhelming demand that far exceeds available tickets. Consumer protection authorities are probing ticketing practices after steep resale markups and complaints, while the band prepare…
The White House described the weekend killing of a Minnesota man by federal officers as a tragedy during a Monday briefing. Press Secretary Karoline Leavitt said President Donald Trump does not want people harmed in public and attributed the incident to what she called sustained, hostile resistance from Minnesota Democratic leaders.
Saba Capital Management, L.P., a holder of roughly 10% of BlackRock ESG Capital Allocation Term Trust (ECAT), sold 94,044 shares across January 22 and 23, 2026, at $15.50 per share for proceeds of $1.46 million. After these transactions the firm retains 25,704,244 shares. ECAT currently trades at $15.53, carries a 21.45% dividend yield and has rais…
Cogent Biosciences saw its stock gain after the U.S. Food and Drug Administration granted Breakthrough Therapy Designation for bezuclastinib given with sunitinib to treat Gastrointestinal Stromal Tumors in patients previously treated with imatinib. The decision was supported by PEAK trial data showing a 50% reduction in risk of progression or death…
Streamex Corp. Chief Investment Officer Williams Mitchell Young bought 51,511 shares on January 23, 2026, at an average price of $3.0256 per share. The transaction raises his direct holdings to 1,051,511 shares as the company pursues a mix of debt retirement, a public offering and a strategic equity stake in Empress Royalty Corp.
Ascent Solar Technologies announced a private placement expected to raise about $10 million and simultaneously disclosed accompanying warrants that could yield up to $15 million if fully exercised. The news coincided with a 20.4% slide in the company's stock. The offering is structured as an at-the-market sale under Nasdaq rules, involves 1,818,182…
CoreWeave's stock has attracted renewed analyst attention after NVIDIA's $2 billion equity investment and a formal partnership that analysts say should accelerate capacity growth and strengthen the company's software position. While market reaction has been mixed and valuation metrics remain elevated, several firms have adjusted coverage or initiat…
Bank of Hawaii (BOH) is acting like a regional bank stock that’s finally getting paid for stability. Shares are pushing near the 52-week high on improving technicals and a margin-driven earnings narrative the market tends to reward when rate expectations stabilize. I like a mid-term long with a defined stop below the rising moving averages, aiming …
Brazilian President Luiz Inacio Lula da Silva and U.S. President Donald Trump spoke by phone for 50 minutes on Monday. The conversation covered the situation in Venezuela, Trump’s proposed Board of Peace and efforts to combat organized crime. Brazil said Lula agreed to make a visit to Washington soon but the government did not clarify whether he wo…
Streamex Corp. director Lekstrom Morgan Lee purchased 41,000 shares of common stock on January 23, 2026, at a weighted average price of $3.1338. The transaction increased his direct holdings to 48,000 shares through All Mine Consulting Ltd. The purchase coincides with recent corporate finance activity at Streamex, including a $50 million debenture …
Peter Barrett, chief executive of aircraft lessor SMBC Aviation, called on Airbus and other industry suppliers to resolve ongoing supply chain disruptions and meet scheduled delivery dates. Speaking at the Airline Economics conference, Barrett stressed the need for greater predictability after several years of interruption, noting that while manufa…
VinFast has entered a collaboration with artificial intelligence firm Autobrains to advance autonomous driving capabilities, including development of a low-cost 'Robo-Car' system that relies on cameras rather than LiDAR, radar or high-definition maps. The companies are enhancing driver assistance for forthcoming VinFast electric vehicles, with pilo…
Noble Corporation's stock climbed 4.7% after the offshore driller announced nine new contract awards that add about $1.3 billion to its backlog. The awards include a three-year, roughly $473 million contract for the Noble GreatWhite with Aker BP offshore Norway, a two-year, roughly $292 million engagement for the Noble Gerry de Souza with an ExxonM…
First Brands has initiated the closure of several North American business lines - Brake Parts, Cardone and Autolite - while maintaining other operations and pursuing potential buyers. The move follows its Chapter 11 filing in late September 2025, heavy acquisition-related debt, and a court-ordered $7 million independent investigation tied to allega…
The International Organization for Migration (IOM) says hundreds of people may be dead or missing after several boats went missing in the Central Mediterranean during a violent storm over the last ten days. Confirmed deaths include twin infants and an adult in Lampedusa; other incidents include a possible wreck near Malta with dozens unaccounted fo…
With the Federal Reserve widely expected to keep its policy rate in the 3.50%-3.75% range at the end of its two-day meeting, bond managers are modestly increasing exposure to longer-dated debt and selective corporate credit. Market pricing for 2026 easing has retreated, while tight investment-grade spreads and geopolitical concerns limit more aggre…
The European Parliament has deferred a decision on whether to resume work on an EU-US trade deal it suspended in protest over President Donald Trump's reported bid for Greenland and tariff threats. Votes scheduled for Monday and Tuesday were put off, with the trade committee chair saying a negotiating team will reconvene on February 4 to reassess. …
Tether reported adding roughly 27 metric tons of gold to its portfolio in the fourth quarter of 2025, maintaining the rapid accumulation pace seen in the prior quarter. The purchases have coincided with a sharp rally in spot gold, which has moved past several psychological price thresholds this year. Tether holds gold to back its XAUT token and as …
Baker Hughes says Venezuela presents a sizable revenue opportunity for its oilfield services and industrial businesses, but operating there hinges on employee safety, legal and regulatory clarity, and substantial investment in well integrity, power and equipment. The company has maintained a presence supporting licensed producers and reported an 11…
Wolfe Research warns that a partial U.S. government shutdown is increasingly probable after Jan. 30 as Senate Democrats coalesce against current Department of Homeland Security funding language and a major snowstorm reduces available legislative days. The stalled six-bill minibus spans six appropriations subcommittees and accounts for more than 75%…
Baird reiterated an Outperform rating and a $95 price target on Zoom Video, arguing that the company’s $51 million investment in Anthropic in May 2023 could now be worth $2 billion to $4 billion based on current valuation assumptions for Anthropic. That potential windfall materially affects Zoom’s reported gains and valuation multiples, even as oth…
CIBC economist Andrew Grantham argues that Canada's consumer spending pattern - unlike the 'K-shaped' divergence seen in the U.S. - conceals mounting stress in household balance sheets and the labour market. While spending appears evenly distributed across income groups, lower-income households are sustaining outlays by drawing down savings, and hi…
Horizon Kinetics Asset Management LLC, a roughly 10% holder of Texas Pacific Land Corp (TPL), reported buying a single share of TPL common stock on January 23, 2026 at $350.06. The trade increased its direct stake to 3,487,698 shares in the company, which has a market capitalization of $23.68 billion. The move comes as TPL's shares trade near $343.…
Murray Stahl, President and Co-Portfolio Manager of RENN Fund, Inc. (RCG), purchased 1,134 shares of common stock on January 23, 2026, at $2.70 per share for a total outlay of $3,061. The filings show 360 shares were bought directly by Stahl, with the balance acquired indirectly through his spouse and several affiliated entities. Post-transaction h…
Lionsgate Studios said it has added former U.S. Treasury Secretary Steven Mnuchin to its board of directors effective immediately. Board chair Mark Rachesky highlighted Mnuchin's judgment and industry perspective, while Mnuchin said he looks forward to supporting Lionsgate's growth. Mnuchin brings a background in entertainment financing, private eq…
