The United States trade deficit widened dramatically in December 2025, surging to $70.3 billion—a staggering 32.6% increase from the previous month. This sharp imbalance highlights a volatile start to 2026, as the nation grapples with the fallout of aggressive "front-loading" by importers and the immediate impact of
In a move that fundamentally reshapes the global industrial landscape, Chart Industries (NYSE:GTLS) and Flowserve Corp. (NYSE:FLS) have officially finalized their $19 billion merger, creating a combined powerhouse dedicated to the "Nexus of Clean" and high-growth infrastructure. This strategic union, structured as a merger of equals, brings together
In a move that underscores the shifting landscape of local commerce, Deutsche Bank has reaffirmed its "Buy" rating for DoorDash, Inc. (NASDAQ: DASH) as of February 19, 2026. The financial institution set a price target of $255, signaling a robust confidence in the company’s pivot from a simple food-delivery
The Federal Reserve has signaled a stark shift in its monetary trajectory, as minutes from the January 27–28, 2026, meeting—released yesterday, February 18—showed a central bank deeply divided over the path of interest rates. After three consecutive rate cuts in late 2025, the Federal Open Market Committee
On January 15, 2026, the medical technology sector witnessed its most significant seismic shift in years as Boston Scientific Corporation (NYSE:BSX) announced a definitive agreement to acquire Penumbra, Inc. (NYSE:PEN) for an enterprise value of approximately $14.5 billion. This transaction, structured as a mix of 73% cash
The landscape of American energy shifted significantly this week as Devon Energy (NYSE: DVN) officially finalized its blockbuster $21.4 billion merger with Coterra Energy (NYSE: CTRA). The closing of the deal, which marks the largest independent oil and gas transaction of early 2026, creates a diversified "mega-independent" operator with
On February 19, 2026, Wayfair (NYSE: W) released its fourth-quarter 2025 financial results, showcasing a robust performance that exceeded analyst expectations despite a persistently sluggish housing market. The e-commerce home furnishings giant reported a 7.4% increase in U.S. net revenue, a figure that highlights the company’s ability
As the financial world looks back on the transformative landscape of 2025, one institution stands head and shoulders above the rest. Goldman Sachs (NYSE: GS) has once again solidified its position as the preeminent force in global investment banking, orchestrating a dominant performance in a year defined by the return
As of February 19, 2026, the U.S. energy sector has emerged as the clear leader in the global financial markets, staging a massive rally that has caught many institutional investors off guard. Driven by a volatile mix of escalating military tensions in the Middle East and a sudden tightening
NEW YORK — Shares of The New York Times Company (NYSE: NYT) surged to a new all-time high on Thursday, February 19, 2026, as investors rallied behind the media giant following a high-profile endorsement from one of the world's most disciplined value investors. The stock reached a peak of $77.00
The retail trading landscape faced a sharp correction last week as shares of Robinhood Markets, Inc. (NASDAQ:HOOD) plummeted 11.3%, closing at approximately $76.87 following the release of its fourth-quarter and full-year 2025 financial results. Despite delivering a "bottom-line" surprise with earnings that outpaced Wall Street forecasts, the
