Top Democrats on the Senate and House intelligence committees called on Thursday for US President Donald Trump’s chief spy to brief their panels on why she was present at an FBI raid on an election facility in Georgia. Senator Mark Warner and Representative Jim Himes told Director of National Intelligence Tulsi Gabbard in a letter that they were deeply concerned with her presence at Wednesday’s F...
Top Democrats on the Senate and House intelligence committees called on Thursday for US President Donald Trump’s chief spy to brief their panels on why she was present at an FBI raid on an election facility in Georgia. Senator Mark Warner and Representative Jim Himes told Director of National Intelligence Tulsi Gabbard in a letter that they were deeply concerned with her presence at Wednesday’s FBI operation, saying that the US intelligence community “should be focused on foreign threats”. “When those authorities are turned inwards, the results can be devastating” for privacy and civil liberties, they wrote. Advertisement Olivia Coleman, Gabbard’s press secretary, said in a statement that Gabbard “has a vital role in identifying vulnerabilities in our critical infrastructure and protecting against exploitation. We know through intelligence and public reporting that electronic voting systems have been and are vulnerable to exploitation”. Tulsi Gabbard standing at the edge of a truck loading bay. Photo: Reuters It is highly unusual for America’s top intelligence official to be included in a domestic law enforcement operation as the remit of the Office of the Director of National Intelligence (ODNI) is overseas spying and protecting US national security.
Key Points Taiwan Semiconductor is not only growing sales at a fast rate, but its profits have been soaring as well. The company's profit margin is now around 50%. While its valuation has been rising, the stock's earnings multiple may still not be terribly high. 10 stocks we like better than Taiwan Semiconductor Manufacturing › One of the biggest players in the artificial intelligence (AI) market ...
Key Points Taiwan Semiconductor is not only growing sales at a fast rate, but its profits have been soaring as well. The company's profit margin is now around 50%. While its valuation has been rising, the stock's earnings multiple may still not be terribly high. 10 stocks we like better than Taiwan Semiconductor Manufacturing › One of the biggest players in the artificial intelligence (AI) market that's benefiting from strong demand for semiconductor chips is Taiwan Semiconductor Manufacturing (NYSE: TSM). The company is the go-to manufacturer for chips, and when there's an influx of demand, its sales take off. Business has been booming for Taiwan Semiconductor, which is evident in the company's recent quarterly results. The stock has been a hot buy and a top option for AI investors looking to profit from the growth related to next-gen technologies. Recently, however, it hit a new all-time high, and it has now risen by 50% in just the past 12 months; is it too late to invest in the tech company? Where to invest $1,000 right now? Our analyst team just revealed what they believe are the 10 best stocks to buy right now. Continue » Taiwan Semiconductor's bottom line rose by 35% last quarter When it comes to contract chip manufacturing, Taiwan Semiconductor is hard to beat due to its lean operations. While its revenue growth rate of 21% may not have looked particularly impressive in its most recent quarter (which ended on Dec. 31, 2025), what stood out was its profit growth -- net income rose by a remarkable 35%. This is also now the eighth straight period in which the company's bottom line has increased on a year-over-year basis. Taiwan Semiconductor's strong and growing profit margins make it a promising business to invest in for the long haul, as rising earnings can make the stock seem less expensive over time. The stock's market cap may be rising, but its valuation remains attractive At around $1.7 trillion in market cap, Taiwan Semiconductor is among the most valuab...
One of the biggest players in the artificial intelligence (AI) market that's benefiting from strong demand for semiconductor chips is Taiwan Semiconductor Manufacturing (NYSE: TSM). The company is the go-to manufacturer for chips, and when there's an influx of demand, its sales take off. Business has been booming for Taiwan Semiconductor, which is evident in the company's recent quarterly results....
One of the biggest players in the artificial intelligence (AI) market that's benefiting from strong demand for semiconductor chips is Taiwan Semiconductor Manufacturing (NYSE: TSM). The company is the go-to manufacturer for chips, and when there's an influx of demand, its sales take off. Business has been booming for Taiwan Semiconductor, which is evident in the company's recent quarterly results. The stock has been a hot buy and a top option for AI investors looking to profit from the growth related to next-gen technologies. Recently, however, it hit a new all-time high, and it has now risen by 50% in just the past 12 months; is it too late to invest in the tech company? Where to invest $1,000 right now? Our analyst team just revealed what they believe are the 10 best stocks to buy right now, when you join Stock Advisor. See the stocks » Image source: Getty Images. Taiwan Semiconductor's bottom line rose by 35% last quarter When it comes to contract chip manufacturing, Taiwan Semiconductor is hard to beat due to its lean operations. While its revenue growth rate of 21% may not have looked particularly impressive in its most recent quarter (which ended on Dec. 31, 2025), what stood out was its profit growth -- net income rose by a remarkable 35%. This is also now the eighth straight period in which the company's bottom line has increased on a year-over-year basis. Taiwan Semiconductor's strong and growing profit margins make it a promising business to invest in for the long haul, as rising earnings can make the stock seem less expensive over time. The stock's market cap may be rising, but its valuation remains attractive At around $1.7 trillion in market cap, Taiwan Semiconductor is among the most valuable companies in the world. But it's always important to take that into context and consider its overall earnings. And using the price-to-earnings (P/E) multiple can be a helpful way to gauge just that. Taiwan Semiconductor's forward P/E, which is based on analyst est...
Market Snapshot USD/INR ₹91.96 +0.2% Nifty 50 Index 25,418.90 +0.3% India 10-Year Bond Yield 6.70% -0.00 Spot Gold ($/oz) $5,160.47 -4.0% S&P 500 Futures 6,948.50 -0.6% Market data as of 08:06 AM IST, Jan. 30, 2026, or the previous close for Indian markets. Data is subject to provider delays. Good morning... I’m Ashutosh Joshi, an equities reporter in Mumbai, with the news and analysis you need be...
Market Snapshot USD/INR ₹91.96 +0.2% Nifty 50 Index 25,418.90 +0.3% India 10-Year Bond Yield 6.70% -0.00 Spot Gold ($/oz) $5,160.47 -4.0% S&P 500 Futures 6,948.50 -0.6% Market data as of 08:06 AM IST, Jan. 30, 2026, or the previous close for Indian markets. Data is subject to provider delays. Good morning... I’m Ashutosh Joshi, an equities reporter in Mumbai, with the news and analysis you need before the start of the Indian trading day. Finally, stocks at home are having a good week, and I hope I don’t jinx it. From a three-day advance in the Nifty to rising investor interest in some sectors such as defense (more on that below), there are signs that sentiment may be on the mend. So let’s see if the Nifty is able to sustain its momentum amid mixed cues from overseas markets early Friday. A gauge of Asian shares is down as investors await President Donald Trump’s announcement of his pick for Fed chair. And finally, the LME delayed the start of trading due to a technical snag, capping a wild week for global metals traders. Remember there’s a special trading session in India on Sunday, when the finance minister will deliver the federal budget . Menaka Doshi will bring you the highlights with the India Edition that evening. And then we will tell you all about the potential market impact in our special budget edition on Monday. In today’s newsletter, we cover: Investors’ renewed fancy for defense stocks The impact of the new Labor Code on corporate profits Bond traders’ concerns over state governments’ finances But first, let’s look at a shift in sectoral rankings. Markets Buzz: Metals Edge Up to Staples The market value of the NSE Nifty Metal index is now within a whisker of overtaking that of fast-moving consumer-goods companies — long the domain of the bluest of blue chips — for the first time in nearly 14 years. While metals are getting a lift from the global surge in commodities, staples firms have been grappling with patchy demand and growing competition from small...
Harvard-Backed Program Drops 'Students Of Color' Requirement After Legal Complaint Authored by Anna Poff via The College Fix, A Harvard-backed summer scholarship program accused of racial discrimination quietly revised its eligibility language after a legal complaint, but critics told The College Fix the change came too late. The Union Scholars summer scholarship program is headed by the American ...
Harvard-Backed Program Drops 'Students Of Color' Requirement After Legal Complaint Authored by Anna Poff via The College Fix, A Harvard-backed summer scholarship program accused of racial discrimination quietly revised its eligibility language after a legal complaint, but critics told The College Fix the change came too late. The Union Scholars summer scholarship program is headed by the American Federation of State, County, and Municipal Employees, with support from Harvard University, including the use of its facilities and a partnership with the school’s Center for Labor and a Just Economy and the Wurf Fund, according to a federal complaint from the Equal Protection Project . “After we filed the complaint and it was reported in The NY Post , AFSCME changed its website to remove the ‘students of color’ language – but that’s too late and too little,” EPP President William Jacobson told The College Fix via email. “The program itself is intended for students of color, the website just said the quiet part out loud. This program still violates the law even though they are trying to hide the evidence,” he said. Jacobson also said that “The removal of incriminating language after the complaint was filed reflects a consciousness of guilt – there would be no reason to change the website if the program didn’t discriminate.” He added that “the Harvard programs must be open without regard to race as a matter of law and common decency.” The program is “a summer scholarship and internship opportunity” for students who want to promote “social and economic justice,” according to its website. “Like our union, the program supports our vision of growing a diverse union movement founded on principles of inclusivity,” the website states. It takes place over seven weeks in the summer, including a four-day orientation followed by six weeks of field placement at a “union organizing campaign in one of several locations across the United States.” A disclaimer at the bottom of the website s...