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Palantir CEO defends surveillance tech as US government contracts boost sales
Palantir forecasts Q1, full-year 2026 revenue above LSEG estimatesShares up 5% in extended trading Palantir has safeguards in surveillance software to prevent government overreach - CEOPositive results but valuation concerns remain - analystBy Arsheeya Bajwa Feb 2 (Reuters) - Palantir Technologie...Reuters
Tue, Feb 3
Commodities
Libya plans to boost gas exports to Europe by 2030
By Yousef Saba DOHA, Feb 3 (Reuters) - Libya plans to boost its natural gas production in the next five years to have more supply available for export to Europe by early 2030, National Oil Corporation Chairman Massoud Suleman said on Tuesday.The country plans to increase gas production to nearly ...Reuters
Tue, Feb 3
Cryptocurrencies
ING Now Allows Crypto Investments as SUBBD Token Soars
The cryptocurrency market is showing a fascinating divergence: institutional giants are building the floor while retail traders are aggressively testing the ceiling. Reports that major banking institutions like ING are warming up to direct crypto services signal a critical shift in market structure....Bitcoinist
Tue, Feb 3
Stocks
Here's How Many Shares of Brookfield Renewable You'd Need for $1,000 in Yearly Dividends
Key PointsBrookfield Renewable recently increased its dividend by another 5%. The company pays the same rate across both its corporate shares and limited partnership units. The partnership units have a lower price, enabling you to generate the same income with a lower investment. 10 stocks we like b...The Motley Fool
Tue, Feb 3
Commodities
Impala Platinum expects five-fold profit surge on higher metal prices
Feb 3 (Reuters) - South Africa's Impala Platinum IMPJ.J on Tuesday said it expects its half-year profit to increase by as much as 392%, mainly driven by higher metal prices.The Johannesburg-based miner said in a trading update it expects headline earnings of 9.1 billion rand ($571.19 million) fo...Reuters
Tue, Feb 3
Economic Indicator
AUD: RBA hikes cash rate, inflation concerns persist – TD Securities
The Reserve Bank of Australia (RBA) raised the target cash rate by 25bps to 3.85% in a unanimous decision, citing risks to inflation from excess demand and capacity constraints. The RBA's core inflation forecast was increased from 2.7% to 3.2% for 2026, indicating the likelihood of further action.
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Tue, Feb 3
Stocks
The 2 Best Dividend Stocks to Buy Now and Hold Forever
Key PointsNo other retailer can match Walmart's physical footprint in the U.S.Both Walmart and Coca-Cola are Dividend Kings.Coca-Cola has continued to adjust its portfolio to match changing consumer preferences.10 stocks we like better than Walmart › There's some peace that comes with knowing you'll...The Motley Fool
Tue, Feb 3
Commodities
India to ramp up purchases of US oil, arms, aircraft; open some farm access
By Shivangi Acharya NEW DELHI, Feb 3 (Reuters) - India has agreed to buy petroleum, defence goods, and aircraft from the U.S., while partly opening up its highly-guarded agriculture sector under a trade deal, according to a government official, as the two sides reconcile after months of tensions...Reuters
Tue, Feb 3
Stocks
LIVE MARKETS-Europe before the bell: Buoyant mood
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 EUROPE BEFORE THE BELL: BUOYANT MOODEuropean stock futures are higher on Tuesday, as equity market investors take comfort from a r...Reuters
Tue, Feb 3
Stocks
Turning 73 in 2026? Your First Required Minimum Distribution (RMD) Deadline Is Closer Than You May Think.
Key PointsCertain retirement accounts -- such as traditional IRAs -- feature required minimum distributions (RMDs).You have some options when it comes to taking your first one.Your decision could save you some money -- or cost you some.The $23,760 Social Security bonus most retirees completely overl...The Motley Fool
Tue, Feb 3
Cryptocurrencies
DUSK Price Forecast: DUSK rebounds after defending a key technical level
DUSK (DUSK) price is extending its recovery, trading above $0.108 at the time of writing on Tuesday, after finding support at the key level on the previous day. Derivatives data support the ongoing rebound, with growing long bets among traders.Fxstreet
Tue, Feb 3
Commodities
METALS-Copper gains foothold after hard correction as supply woes persist
Feb 3 (Reuters) - Copper gained a foothold on Tuesday after plunging in the last two sessions, as supply concerns and demand prospects offered support to the red metal. The most-active copper contract on the Shanghai Futures Exchange SCFcv1 climbed 2.60% to close daytime trading at 104,500 yuan ($15...Reuters
Tue, Feb 3
Cryptocurrencies
Hyperliquid Team Plans Expansion Into Prediction Markets as HYPE Pumps 20%
The decentralized derivatives landscape isn’t just shifting; it’s mutating. Hyperliquid, currently the heavyweight champion of on-chain perps, has signaled a direct expansion into prediction markets. The market’s reaction was immediate and violent: the HYPE token surged 20% following the...Bitcoinist
Tue, Feb 3
Economic Indicator
BREAKINGVIEWS-India settles for least bad option on US trade
By Shritama Bose MUMBAI, Feb 3 (Reuters Breakingviews) - India's trade pact with the U.S. leaves much to be desired but will ease a crushing overhang on the rupee. Ten months into President Donald Trump's trade war, the South Asian country is emerging bruised but at least more integrated ...Reuters
Tue, Feb 3
