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Key PointsAI is driving the need for large-scale energy projects.Argan stock has quietly gained 177% in the last year, and 940% over the past three years.A shift in investor thinking has been hitting the “Magnificent Seven” big tech stocks recently, as investors wonder whether they are overspending on artificial intelligence (AI) infrastructure buildouts. Some of that money is flowing into names that will benefit from all the heavy tech company spending. That includes power providers, data center owners, and HVAC service providers, including installation and maintenance.Argan (NYSE: AGX) is one of those names benefiting from the rapid growth in AI.…

A link drops into your group chat with an irresistible label: ‘Pinay Gold Medalist’. It promises a leaked clip, the kind of thing people click before they think. But this viral ‘Pinay Gold Medalist’ story is not being framed as an Olympic scandal. It is being described as a bait-and-switch scheme that uses curiosity to pull users into risky sites, where the real prize is not a video at all, but your data and, if you share private material, potentially your freedom.Reports say the name being dragged into the narrative is Zyan Cabrera, also known online as Jerriel Cry4zee. The…

UK households are often looking for ways to make their money go further amid the cost of living crisis, and savings accounts could help you improve your finances this year. The Bank of England’s (BoE) decision to hold interest rates at 3.75% this month did not bring relief to mortgage holders, but was great news for savers as it influences the rates set by banks and building societies on their products. Inflation remains above target, with the UK’s consumer prices index (CPI) rising for the first time in five months to 3.4% in December, from 3.2% in November. But the…

Xi Jinping, general secretary of the Communist Party of China (CPC) Central Committee, has urged efforts to leverage the country’s comparative advantages, pursue progress while maintaining stability, and promote continuous breakthroughs in the development of industries of the future.Xi made the remarks while presiding over a group study session of the Political Bureau of the CPC Central Committee on January 30.Experts responded to his remarks with various insights and suggestions.Yu Haibin, an academician of the Chinese Academy of Engineering and director of the Institute of AI for Industries, Chinese Academy of Sciences (CAS), said efforts will be made to tackle…

This e-commerce leader trades at an incredible value right now.Growth stocks can present excellent opportunities to build a portfolio over a long investment horizon. But after three-plus years of the stock market climbing higher, propelled primarily by growth stocks, many of the top companies appear overpriced. While growth stock investors are usually less concerned with price than with growth potential, valuation still matters. But for those willing to dig into individual companies, there are still many great growth stocks trading at fair or even better valuations. One stock, in particular, looks like a no-brainer opportunity, and you can buy shares…

People across China are buying up gold in large volumes ahead of the Lunar New Year holiday, as surging prices for the precious metal fuel its popularity as both a festive gift and an investment.From migrant workers splashing out on gold-coated jewellery, to white-collar workers pouring their savings into gold-linked investment funds, the metal is widely seen not only as a marker of social respectability, but also as a safety net amid an uncertain world.The rising demand comes amid an unprecedented rally in gold prices. Spot gold briefly touched a record high of nearly US$5,600 per ounce in late January,…

High-rolling investors have positioned themselves bearish on FormFactor (NASDAQ:FORM), and it’s important for retail traders to take note. \This activity came to our attention today through Benzinga’s tracking of publicly available options data. The identities of these investors are uncertain, but such a significant move in FORM often signals that someone has privileged information.Today, Benzinga’s options scanner spotted 13 options trades for FormFactor. This is not a typical pattern.The sentiment among these major traders is split, with 23% bullish and 76% bearish. Among all the options we identified, there was one put, amounting to $30,720, and 12 calls, totaling $1,693,264.Expected…

As economic uncertainty, inflation concerns, and market volatility continue to shape the financial landscape, more investors are turning to Gold IRAs as a way to protect their retirement savings. IRAEmpire has published its best rated gold IRA companies 2026 rankings to help consumers make better-informed decisions. BEVERLY HILLS, CALIFORNIA / ACCESS Newswire / February 14, 2026 / Physical gold and other precious metals have historically served as a hedge against inflation and currency devaluation, making them an attractive alternative to traditional paper-based investments.Michael Hunt, Senior Writer at IRAEmpire says, “Opening a Gold IRA is not as simple as buying gold…

Stock investors can choose from thousands of companies across various sectors. However, some investors may not know that they can also choose between common and preferred stock. While common stock is more accessible to retail investors, it is also possible to get preferred shares. Understanding the differences between these two shares can help you make better choices for your portfolio.What Are Common Stocks?Common stocks fulfill the widely held definition of owning a stock. Common shares let you own a small piece of the company and accumulate wealth if the company performs well. Your shares can appreciate over time, and some…

Shares in commercial property services companies have tumbled, in the latest sell-off driven by fears over disruption from artificial intelligence.After steep declines on Wall Street, European stocks in the sector were hit on Thursday.The estate agent Savills’ shares fell 7.5% in London, while the serviced office provider International Workplace Group, which owns the Regus brand, lost 9%.The UK’s two biggest property developers, British Land and Landsec, dropped 2.6% and 2.4% respectively.On Wall Street, property service firms fell for a second consecutive day. CBRE shares plunged 12.5%, Jones Lang LaSalle lost nearly 11% and Cushman & Wakefield fell 9.1%, after even…