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Economy

Oil majors’ earnings calls set to pivot on Venezuela after US move: report

When they address analysts on Friday, executives from Exxon Mobil and Chevron will likely face a host of questions about Venezuela. This change in emphasis comes after the US apprehended and overthrew Venezuelan President Nicolas Maduro earlier this month, a significant geopolitical event that made it possible, though challenging, for large US oil companies to

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ServiceNow stock price dived after earnings: buy the dip or sell the rip?

The ServiceNow stock price continued its strong downward trend after publishing its financial results. NOW dropped by over 5% to $122, its lowest level since November 2023. This article explores whether it is safe to buy the dip. ServiceNow issued a weak guidance ServiceNow, a top software company in the workflow industry, reported its fourth

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Bank of Canada warns of ‘unusual’ economic shocks as geopolitical tensions rise

Due to heightened geopolitical risks and uncertainties surrounding US trade policy, Bank of Canada Governor Tiff Macklem has warned that the Canadian economy faces an exceptionally high risk of a new shock. In an interview with Reuters on Wednesday, Macklem stated that more variables than usual could affect the central bank’s economic projections. Macklem stated,

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Comcast profit tops forecasts, but legacy cable business remains under pressure

Comcast’s latest earnings underline how the company’s business mix is changing as pressure builds on its traditional cable operations. While the group beat expectations on earnings in the fourth quarter, a small revenue miss and continued broadband customer losses highlighted the competitive strain facing US cable providers. At the same time, steady growth in mobile,

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Could this high-dividend chip stock be Wall Street’s smartest bet?

While Intel (NASDAQ: INTC) draws attention with government support and Nvidia (NASDAQ: NVDA) dominates the AI headlines, another semiconductor giant has been quietly building scale in the background. Broadcom (NASDAQ: AVGO) has returned 61% over the past year as of January 28, 2026, comfortably beating Nvidia over the same stretch. Behind that performance, AI-related revenue

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Why Bitcoin is down while gold rallies on a weaker dollar

Gold and other traditional safe-haven assets are surging amid a softening US dollar, yet Bitcoin continues to falter. This week, gold pushed past the $5,000 mark, setting fresh all-time highs and building on its strong momentum. Silver also joined the rally, climbing above $120 per ounce. However, and in stark contrast, Bitcoin continued to struggle.

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Teladoc hits all-time low as a risky pattern points to a deeper dive

Teladoc stock price crashed to a record low as demand for its services waned after the pandemic. It plunged to a low of $5.74, down sharply from the all-time high of $308, with its market capitalization falling from a high of $46 billion to the current $1 billion. This crash may continue as the stock

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US stocks hover near the flatline as inflation showed signs of cooling

US stocks were little changed on Tuesday as investors digested a slightly cooler inflation report and weighed the first wave of fourth-quarter corporate earnings. The S&P 500 edged up 0.1%, while the Dow Jones Industrial Average slipped by 35 points. The Nasdaq Composite hovered around the flatline, reflecting a cautious tone across equity markets. Tuesday’s

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US stocks open in the red: S&P down 0.5%, Nasdaq slips around 1%

US stocks moved lower on Wednesday for a second consecutive session, extending a pullback from recent record highs as investors weighed a fresh batch of corporate earnings alongside delayed economic data that painted a mixed picture of inflation and consumer strength. The S&P 500 traded 0.5% lower, while the Dow Jones Industrial Average slipped 51

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US stocks rebound sharply on Thursday: Nasdaq up around 1%, S&P climbs 0.6%

US stocks rose on Thursday as Wall Street attempted to recover from back-to-back losing sessions, with strength in semiconductor shares helping to lift broader market sentiment amid a mixed geopolitical and policy backdrop. The S&P 500 climbed 0.6%, while the Nasdaq Composite advanced 0.9%. The Dow Jones Industrial Average added 165 points, or 0.3%, as

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