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Ex-CIA Official on What Xi Jinpings PLA Purge Reveals

Former CIA official Dennis Wilder explained why he believes President Xi’s purge of top general Zhang Youxia marks the most significant shake-up in China’s military leadership in decades. Speaking on Bloomberg Television’s Insight with Haslinda Amin, he outlined what Zhang’s downfall suggests about Xi’s hold on power. (Source: Bloomberg)

Jabil names longtime director Steve Raymund chair

Jabil said on January 22, 2026, that longtime director Steve Raymund has been appointed chairman of its board, while Thomas T. Edman and Raejeanne Skillern have joined as new directors.

How Investors May Respond To Webster Financial (WBS) Record 2025 Earnings And Share Buybacks

Webster Financial Corporation recently reported its fourth-quarter and full-year 2025 results, posting US$2.50 billion in net interest income, US$1.00 billion in net income, record earnings per share, and a reduction in quarterly net charge-offs to US$49.49 million from US$60.87 million a year earlier. The bank also completed a multi-year buyback program totaling 23,873,707 shares for US$1.20 billion and highlighted strong profitability metrics including a 17% return on tangible common...

Federated Hermes to Open Hong Kong Office

Federated Hermes has announced plans to open an office in Hong Kong to capitalize on the regions growing wealth market. Deborah Cunningham, the firms Global Liquidity Markets CIO, spoke with Bloomberg’s David Ingles and Yvonne Man at the Asian Financial Forum in Hong Kong. (Source: Bloomberg)

Traders Game Out US Plans for Japanese Yen | The Asia Trade 1/26/2026

"Bloomberg: The Asia Trade" brings you everything you need to know to get ahead as the trading day begins in Asia. Bloomberg TV is live from Tokyo and Singapore with Shery Ahn and Avril Hong, getting insight and analysis from newsmakers and industry leaders on the biggest stories shaping global markets. (Source: Bloomberg)

How Stagnating Billings and Margin Pressure Could Reshape Dropbox’s (DBX) Investment Narrative

Over the past year, Dropbox has seen billings stall while analysts now expect a 1.1% revenue decline over the next 12 months, highlighting pressure on demand for its services.At the same time, the company’s operating margin has been shrinking for two years, pointing to rising concern over cost control and profitability resilience.Next, we’ll examine how stagnating billings and a softer revenue outlook are reshaping Dropbox’s investment narrative for investors.Explore 23 top quantum...

How Investors Are Reacting To Home Bancshares (Conway AR) (HOMB) Earnings, Dividend And Buyback Update

Home Bancshares, Inc. (Conway, AR) recently reported fourth-quarter 2025 results showing higher net interest income of US$231.59 million and net income of US$118.23 million, alongside a regular US$0.21 per share quarterly dividend declared for payment on March 4, 2026. Lower net loan charge-offs of US$2.47 million compared with the prior year and the long-running share repurchase program highlight management’s focus on balance-sheet quality and capital returns, while the appointment of John...

Oil holds onto gains as Iran keeps investors on edge

Oil prices extended gains on Monday after climbing more than 2% in the previous session, as tensions between the U.S. and Iran kept investors on edge even after Kazakhstans main export pipeline resumed full operations.

Director deals: Touchstar recovery potential

Touchstar (LON: TST) chief executive Lynden Jones bought 7,804 shares at 62p each and 10,000 shares at 65.6p each. He owns 17,804 shares. Lynden Jones was appointed chief executive in July. He has worked at Touchstar for 14 years. Business These purchases follow the trading statement in December when Touchstar admitted it would not meet […]The post Director deals: Touchstar recovery potential appeared first on UK Investor Magazine.

How Investors May Respond To Amphenol (APH) Leveraging Acquisitions To Expand Its Connectivity Portfolio

In recent days, Amphenol Corporation has drawn attention as analysts project very large year-over-year increases in its upcoming quarterly earnings and revenues across all three business segments, following the completed acquisition of CommScope’s Connectivity and Cable Solutions unit and an open offer for ADC India Communications. This wave of analyst optimism, combined with Amphenol’s broadened fiber optic and connectivity portfolio, is reinforcing the company’s position at the center of...