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GM puts $6 billion price tag on EV mistake

For months, General Motors has been making it clear just how much its electric vehicle business is struggling. In October, the countrys largest automaker by volume said that its board of directors approved third-quarter charges of $1.6 billion in GM North America for a “planned strategic ...

Wall Street Bulls Look Optimistic About Merck (MRK): Should You Buy?

The average brokerage recommendation (ABR) for Merck (MRK) is equivalent to a Buy. The overly optimistic recommendations of Wall Street analysts make the effectiveness of this highly sought-after metric questionable. So, is it worth buying the stock?

Wall Street Analysts See Coupang (CPNG) as a Buy: Should You Invest?

Based on the average brokerage recommendation (ABR), Coupang (CPNG) should be added to ones portfolio. Wall Street analysts overly optimistic recommendations cast doubt on the effectiveness of this highly sought-after metric. So, is the stock worth buying?

Should You Invest in Gray Media (GTN) Based on Bullish Wall Street Views?

According to the average brokerage recommendation (ABR), one should invest in Gray Media (GTN). It is debatable whether this highly sought-after metric is effective because Wall Street analysts recommendations tend to be overly optimistic. Would it be worth investing in the stock?

Wall Street Analysts See Toyota Motor (TM) as a Buy: Should You Invest?

According to the average brokerage recommendation (ABR), one should invest in Toyota Motor (TM). It is debatable whether this highly sought-after metric is effective because Wall Street analysts recommendations tend to be overly optimistic. Would it be worth investing in the stock?

Classic fast-food burger chain closing restaurants

While the drive-in holds a classic place in American history, its a concept that has long been in decline.Thats largely because anyone who has had the drive-in experience (something I have attempted on many occasions) knows that it offers some challenges. The idea of someone bringing food right ...

Major bank issues striking new gold forecast

HSBC feels gold could trade as high as $5,000 an ounce in the first half of 2026.At the same time, the bank warns investors to expect anything but a smooth ride to get there. So long-term optimism aside, gold’s still flashing considerable short-term risk.   In doing so, HSBC also lowered ...

Orchestra BioMed to Receive Up to $21 Million in Proceeds from Acquisition of Vivasure by Haemonetics

NEW HOPE, Pa., Jan. 12, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Orchestra BioMed Holdings, Inc. (Nasdaq: OBIO, “Orchestra BioMed” or the “Company”), a biomedical innovation company accelerating high-impact technologies to patients through risk-reward sharing partnerships, today announced that it expects to receive up to $21 million in cash proceeds in connection with the acquisition of Vivasure, an Ireland-based company pioneering next-generation technology for percutaneous vessel closure, by Haemonetics Cor...

TowneBank Announces Completion of Dogwood State Bank Merger

SUFFOLK, Va., Jan. 12, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Hampton Roads-based TowneBank (NASDAQ: TOWN) announced today the completion of its merger with Raleigh-based Dogwood State Bank (“Dogwood”). The merger substantially enhances TowneBank’s strategic journey down the fast-growing Interstate 85 corridor from Richmond, Virginia, and into Greenville and the upstate region of South Carolina. The merger also strengthens TowneBank’s position in key North Carolina markets, including Raleigh, Charlotte, Gre...

VW-Absatz in China und den USA bricht ein

Weltweit hat der VW-Konzern 2025 weniger Fahrzeuge verkauft. Besonders schwache Zahlen in China und den USA bremsten das Wachstum – in Europa lief es deutlich besser.

Lebanese Bonds Rally to Six-Year High on Hopes Over Banking Law

Lebanese bonds have rallied to the highest since March 2020, when the country defaulted on some $30 billion of international debt, on optimism that a proposed law to free up bank deposits is a positive step to improving the nation’s financial troubles.

Qualcomm: CES-Impulse und KI-Fantasie

Qualcomm sorgt zum Jahresauftakt f?r Gespr?chsstoff: Auf der Leitmesse CES r?ckte der Chipkonzern aus San Diego seine Auto-Strategie prominent ins Sch...

CRITICAL METALS CORP NASDAQ-CRML Acquires an Integrated Rare Earth Element Assay Analysis Lab Facility to Support Faster Drilling Assay Results for 2026 Drilling Campaign at Tanbreez

NEW YORK, Jan. 12, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Critical Metals Corp. (Nasdaq: CRML) (“Critical Metals Corp” or the “Company”), a leading critical minerals mining company, today announced that it has ordered a fully turnkey Integrated ~US$1m Mobile Geochemical Analysis Centre from Bromet, a leading provider of advanced mining laboratory solutions. This acquisition represents a significant investment in technical capability and underscores the Company’s commitment to operating as a world-class mini...

Powell Says Fed Served With DOJ Subpoenas; Iran Protests Enter Third Week | Bloomberg Brief 1/12/26

US equity futures and the dollar slide while gold and silver hit record highs amid deepening tensions between the Federal Reserve and the Trump administration. President Trump says he is mulling potential options regarding Iran in response to reports of deadly crackdowns as nationwide protests enter a third week. Thierry Wizman of Macquarie discusses the market risks amid uncertainties around the Feds independence. (Source: Bloomberg)

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