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UEFA's annual financial report reveals a $55 million loss from a 9% dollar drop in early 2025, cutting reserves to $605 million. The organization cited economic and geopolitical dynamics for the currency exchange impact.
Alphabet is highlighted as the leading quantum computing stock due to its strong financial position and research advances, while pure-play companies like Rigetti and IonQ face cash burn and funding risks.
Oakmark Equity and Income Fund reported strong Q4 2025 results, outperforming its benchmark index. The fund highlighted Alphabet Inc. as its top performer, citing strong earnings and AI leadership.
Saks Global, a luxury department store conglomerate, filed for bankruptcy protection in January 2026, marking one of the largest retail collapses since the COVID-19 pandemic.
EPRI experts warn of severe gas turbine supply bottlenecks, with rotors and blades causing years-long delays. Utilities are extending existing assets and exploring alternatives as demand surges from data centers and electrification.
Samsara Inc. shares are down 23% year-over-year but are testing a historically bullish long-term trendline, with potential for a short squeeze and low options volatility noted.
SoFi, an online mortgage lender, offers various loan products and buyer incentives but has slightly higher rates than competitors and no physical branches. Its 2024 rates and costs were analyzed using HMDA data.
Shin Kong Life Insurance and Taishin Life Insurance, both part of TS Financial Holdings, have formally merged as of January 1, 2026. The combined entity will operate under the Shin Kong Life name, with assets exceeding T$4tn and a projected contractual service margin above T$250bn. Leadership appointments include Paul Wei as chairman, Hung Shih-chi as vice-chairman, and Huang Min-yi as president.
Gold and silver hit record highs Tuesday morning amid safe-haven concerns, while corn, soybeans, and wheat markets fell. A new tariff threat on countries trading with Iran raised questions about soybean imports from China.