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PREVIEW: UnitedHealth shares slide ahead of Q4 earnings
UnitedHealth Group UNH.N shares tumbling 1.9% on Monday ahead of Q4 earnings due before the opening bell on TuesThe health insurer is expected to post EPS of $2.10, a y/y decrease of 69.2% on revenue of $113.82 bln vs. $100.81 bln in Q4 2024, according to LSEG data UNH has met or beaten EPS estimate...Reuters
Tue, Jan 27
PREVIEW: Boeing shares slide ahead of Q4 earnings report
Boeing BA.N shares down 0.4% on Mon ahead of co's Q4 earnings due before the opening bell on TuesThe plane maker is expected to post a loss/share of $0.39 compared with Q4 2024's $5.90 loss/share, on revenue of $22.60 bln, a y/y increase of 48.3%, according to LSEG dataBA has met or topped E...Reuters
Tue, Jan 27
The Enterprise Software Stock Wall Street Is Underestimating in 2026
Key PointsFears of AI disruption have made software stocks very unpopular at the moment.Figma continues to slide, but the company could grow its revenue by 50% over the next couple of years.That could ignite some impressive returns from the stock's current valuation.10 stocks we like better than Fig...The Motley Fool
Tue, Jan 27
1 AI ETF to Buy With $1,000 and Hold Forever
Key PointsThis popular ETF provides unique exposure, with a strong emphasis on large tech companies.Investors could avoid trying to pick single stocks that they believe will be AI winners. Set the right expectations, as this ETF’s monster 558% trailing decade return might not repeat. 10 stocks we l...The Motley Fool
Tue, Jan 27
GLOBAL MARKETS-World stocks at record high as earnings hopes offset trade angst
South Korea reverses earlier losses to hit new recordNasdaq futures up 0.5%, European shares rise Gold, silver climb again Dollar remains under pressure By Stella Qiu and Alun John SYDNEY/LONDON, Jan 27 (Reuters) - World shares sat around record highs on Tuesday as investors hoped for the best fr...Reuters
Tue, Jan 27
Down 11%, Should You Buy the Dip on Nvidia?
Key PointsSince it operates at the infrastructure layer, Nvidia is a perfect AI picks-and-shovels investment opportunity. The leadership team announced a renewed focus on self-driving software capabilities. Despite a huge historical gain, the current valuation is compelling. 10 stocks we like bett...The Motley Fool
Tue, Jan 27
Salesforce rises after winning $5.6 bln U.S. Army contract
Salesforce CRM.N shares rise 2% to $233.97 premarket after announcing that the U.S. Army has awarded it a $5.6 billion contractCo says the 10-year Indefinite Delivery Indefinite Quantity (IDIQ) contract will be executed by Computable Insights, its wholly-owned subsidiary dedicated to national securi...Reuters
Tue, Jan 27
Energy Transfer: The 7.4%-Yielding Dividend Stock Income Investors Can't Ignore
Key PointsEnergy Transfer's solid underlying business makes its distribution dependable.The master limited partnership has significant growth opportunities supplying natural gas to data centers.Energy Transfer expects to grow its distribution by 3% to 5% per year over the long term.10 stocks we like...The Motley Fool
Tue, Jan 27
Social Security Taxes: How Much Do Recipients Really Pay?
Key PointsDepending on your age and income, your Social Security benefits may not be taxed. Regardless of income, the IRS will never tax more than 85% of your benefits.Based on where you live, you may also face state taxes on benefits. The $23,760 Social Security bonus most retirees completely overl...The Motley Fool
Tue, Jan 27
Rigetti Computing Stock: A Buy for 2026?
Key PointsRigetti has launched 18 quantum systems over the past several years.The company generates revenue by offering customers access to these platforms.10 stocks we like better than Rigetti Computing › Technology investors have won big in the past by spotting new technologies and getting in earl...The Motley Fool
Tue, Jan 27
Premarket Movers | Chip and Quantum Computing Stocks Gain; Salesforce Rise 2%; SkyWater Drops 5%
Chip stocks gained in premarket trading on Tuesday. United Microelectronics rose 10%; Direxion Daily Semiconductors Bull 3x Shares and Micron Technology rose 4%; SanDisk, Western Digital, and Seagate Technology rose 3%; Lam Research, KLA Corporation, Applied Materials and GlobalFoundries rose 2%; As...Tiger News
Tue, Jan 27
Silver miners jump premarket as spot prices surge nearly 8%
Shares of silver miners rise premarket, tracking gains in prices of the white metal GOL/Spot silver XAG= jumped 7.75% to $111.93 an ounce, as of 0914 GMTHecla Mining HL.N up 3.1%; Coeur Mining CDE.N rises 2.2%Canadian miners Endeavour Silver EDR.TO, EXK.N advances 2.8%; Silvercorp Metals SVM.TO, SVM...Reuters
Tue, Jan 27
LIVE MARKETS-European bank stocks touch 18-year high, earnings and M&A in focus
Welcome to the home for real-time coverage of markets brought to you by Reuters reporters. You can share your thoughts with us at markets.research@thomsonreuters.com EUROPEAN BANK STOCKS TOUCH 18-YEAR HIGH, EARNINGS IN FOCUSEurope's STOXX 600 .STOXX is up 0.2%, with banks leading the way, wh...Reuters
Tue, Jan 27
3 Trillion-Dollar Stocks Billionaire Philippe Laffont Can't Stop Buying
Key PointsQuarterly-filed Form 13Fs allow investors to track which stocks Wall Street's savviest fund managers are buying and selling.Coatue Management's billionaire boss oversees nearly $40.8 billion in assets under management and has gravitated to industry leaders in the artificial intelligence (A...The Motley Fool
Tue, Jan 27
History Says the Nasdaq Will Soar in 2026: 2 AI Stocks With Big Upside to Buy Now, According to Wall Street
Key PointsHistorically, the Nasdaq Composite has gained an average of 98% in the first two years of a bull market; the index has added 58% since the current bull market started last April.Meta Platforms' investments in artificial intelligence have improved ad performance across its social media prop...The Motley Fool
Tue, Jan 27
MS resumes Brunello Cucinelli at 'overweight' on 'structurally strong' growth history
Morgan Stanley resumes coverage of Italy's Brunello Cucinelli BCU.MI at "overweight" with PT of 95 euros ($112.59), sees group as "one of the structurally strongest growth stories in luxury"Group's structural strengths remain "intact", as shown by recently reported Q4...Reuters
Tue, Jan 27
Is Berkshire Hathaway Stock a Buy Now?
Key PointsBerkshire Hathaway's new CEO was the previous leader of the company's operating businesses. This new management team has the unique problem of having too much cash sitting on its balance sheet. Berkshire stock looks cheap when you add up all its assets and the earnings power of its subsidi...The Motley Fool
Tue, Jan 27
Insurers Sink on US Plan to Keep Medicare Payment Rates Flat
Shares of major US insurers tumbled in premarket trading on Tuesday after the US proposed holding payments to private Medicare plans flat next year, a huge disappointment for investors.Humana fell 12%; CVS Health fell 9%; UnitedHealth fell 8%; Centene and Molina Healthcare fell 4%; Oscar Health fel...Tiger News
Tue, Jan 27
Capcon: Prestige 100 Singapore and Top Business Service and Quality Awards 2025/2026
In the ever-evolving world of semiconductors, innovation, precision, and reliability are paramount. At the forefront of this high-stakes industry stands Capcon Limited — a dynamic Singapore-based company that has rapidly earned a reputation for delivering cutting-edge solutions in advanced semiconductor packaging. Since its inception in 2014, Capcon has grown from a bold startup idea into a global player in advanced-level packaging, with a vision to reshape the standards of the industry.Capcon’s story is one of resilience, innovation, and determination. Co-founded by Mr Wang Honggang, who also serves as the company’s co-founder and CTO, Capcon was born out of a desire to continue innovating after a prior R&D centre in Singapore closed. Rather than let the curtain fall on a promising technology, the team decided to pursue a more ambitious path: to design and build differentiated bonding machines that would provide customers with faster, more accurate, and cost-effective solutions for advanced packaging needs.This drive was fuelled by the rising global demand for advanced packaging tools capable of handling new materials and complex chip designs— especially in the context of AI, high-performance computing (HPC), and next- generation electronics.Capcon specializes in designing and manufacturing high-speed, high- precision bonders—machines that lie at the heart of the semiconductor packaging process. These tools enable customers to achieve faster throughput, higher yields, and better cost-of-ownership compared to traditional options.What sets Capcon apart is its holistic approach. Beyond providing hardware, the company also helps customers validate and scale processes through pilot/demo lines, enabling them to see real-world results before committing to full-scale deployment. This “proof-before-purchase” model has earned Capcon the trust of tier-1 global customers, even winning out against long- established competitors despite their aggressive pricing strategies.Starting up in the semiconductor equipment space is no small feat. Capcon faced numerous challenges in its early years, from capital intensity to brand invisibility in a market dominated by 50–130-year-old incumbents. Yet, the company tackled these hurdles head-on. It secured angel funding, placed engineers onsite to ensure customer success, and transformed demo-line wins into 24/7 high-volume manufacturing (HVM) lines at key customer sites.Capcon’s approach reflects its customer-first culture, marked by speed, precision, and a strong sense of ownership. Whether it’s a technical issue or a new integration challenge, the company’s teams are known for their fast response and ability to innovate under pressure.With headquarters in Singapore and operational footprints in China, Taiwan, Southeast Asia, and North America, Capcon is already a global company. It leverages a network of regional agents, partners, and process-IP collaborators to reach customers worldwide. Though it doesn’t operate through formal franchises, its strategy of deep collaboration allows for flexibility, rapid customization, and seamless integration.Looking ahead, Capcon is setting its sights on Europe, where conversations with potential partners are already underway. In the next year, the company plans to expand its demo-line capacity and key installations, while its five- year vision includes capturing a 15% global market share in wafer-level packaging, expanding its 2.5D/3D tool family, and deepening its presence in North America and Europe.Capcon’s R&D roadmap is as ambitious as its business goals. Development plans include new face-up/face-down bonding variants, enhanced 2.5D/3D packaging capabilities, and significantly improved vision and automated optical inspection (AOI) systems. These innovations are designed to keep Capcon’s customers ahead in a world where product cycles are shrinking and performance demands are rising.What further distinguishes Capcon is its tight control over operations. With system ownership in Singapore and manufacturing in China, the company ensures quality while maintaining cost competitiveness. Standardized platforms, clear service protocols, and detailed build playbooks all contribute to operational excellence.Beyond its commercial goals, Capcon is committed to societal development. The company collaborates with universities and offers training via its demo lines, preparing the next generation of semiconductor engineers and operators. As it continues to scale, Capcon aims to launch more formal community programs, further embedding itself in the ecosystems it serves.Employee performance is managed through structured KPIs, half-yearly reviews, and goal alignment with product roadmaps. The result is a builder- driven, innovation-focused culture where each team member is empowered to “own the outcome.”Capcon’s rise in the semiconductor landscape is marked by notable achievements. Among the highlights are wins against entrenched incumbents, where Capcon not only matched but exceeded performance benchmarks—even after rival companies slashed prices. Perhaps most satisfying, however, are the moments when pilot demos at customer sites evolved into full-scale, 24/7 production operations—a testament to the trust and results Capcon delivers.Its unique selling propositions include faster machines, precision engineering, strong application support, and rapid engineering turnaround. These factors have cemented Capcon’s position as a go-to partner in advanced packaging.A comprehensive S.W.O.T. analysis highlights Capcon’s strengths in technology ownership, precision, and responsiveness. While brand maturity remains a challenge, the company is well-positioned to seize growth opportunities created by the AI/HPC boom, rising demand for chiplets and 2.5D/3D packaging, and geopolitical shifts encouraging tech onshoring in the U.S. and Europe.By staying ahead of supply chain risks, technology shifts, and competitive pricing pressure, Capcon is charting a bold course for long-term success.In just a few years, Capcon Limited has transformed from a daring idea into a serious contender in the global semiconductor equipment market. With its unwavering focus on technology, customer success, and innovation, Capcon is not just keeping pace with industry leaders—it is redefining what’s possible in advanced packaging. As the demand for smarter, faster, and more efficient chips continues to grow, Capcon is ready to meet the future by every breakout in high-accuracy bonding technology.27/01/2026 Dissemination of a Financial Press Release, transmitted by EQS News.The issuer is solely responsible for the content of this announcement.Media archive at www.todayir.comEQS
Tue, Jan 27
