Oliuwadamilola Ogunyankinnu will appear in court on Monday over fatal stabbing in Primrose Hill A man has been charged with murder after a 21-year-old was fatally stabbed in north London, police said. Finbar Sullivan died on Tuesday April 7 after the alleged attack in Primrose Hill. On Sunday, Oliuwadamilola Ogunyankinnu, 27, was charged with murder. Continue reading...
Oliuwadamilola Ogunyankinnu will appear in court on Monday over fatal stabbing in Primrose Hill A man has been charged with murder after a 21-year-old was fatally stabbed in north London, police said. Finbar Sullivan died on Tuesday April 7 after the alleged attack in Primrose Hill. On Sunday, Oliuwadamilola Ogunyankinnu, 27, was charged with murder. Continue reading...
Drs Producoes/E+ via Getty Images T1 Energy's ( TE ) fiscal 2025 fourth-quarter earnings highlight a company still in flux, with a miss on revenue and continued unprofitability, but set against an incredibly bullish long-term load growth story that will drive volatility in the common shares. This is set to play out within a broader macroeconomic context in 2026, possibly set to be defined by highe...
Drs Producoes/E+ via Getty Images T1 Energy's ( TE ) fiscal 2025 fourth-quarter earnings highlight a company still in flux, with a miss on revenue and continued unprofitability, but set against an incredibly bullish long-term load growth story that will drive volatility in the common shares. This is set to play out within a broader macroeconomic context in 2026, possibly set to be defined by higher inflation expectations and weaker-than-consensus GDP prints. When I last covered TE, I flagged a stock price that had gotten too hot but rated the ticker as a Hold on the back of sales that were experiencing a rapid ramp-up on the dual macrotrends of AI and decarbonization. U.S. load growth is seeing a generational increase, with utilities set to significantly expand their capital investment plans to meet this demand. For example, Southern Energy ( SO ) will increase its capital spending by $15 billion to meet roughly 8 GW of additional load over the next six years, with Duke Energy ( DUK ) increasing its 5-year capital expenditure plan by $16 billion . TE's 2024 acquisition of the U.S. solar manufacturing assets of Trina Solar has established the company as a U.S.-based supplier of polysilicon solar cells to the growing pipeline of solar energy set to come online. T1 Energy Fiscal 2025 Fourth Quarter Presentation T1 Energy Fiscal 2025 Fourth Quarter Presentation TE generated fiscal 2025 fourth-quarter revenue of $358.55 million , a material jump from $2.94 million a year ago but a small miss of around $9.65 million on consensus estimates. This came on the back of record solar production from G1_Dallas, with 1.13 GW produced during the quarter. This was up 64% sequentially, with module outbounds of 1.34 GW exceeding the prior three quarters combined. This formed a pivotal quarter for TE, as demand for American-made solar is expected to ramp up through 2026. TE expects continued demand from large U.S. utilities and independent power producers ("IPPs") and is currently in d...
President and CEO Marianne De Backer of Vir Biotechnology, Inc. , reported the sale of 72,559 shares in an open-market transaction on April 6, 2026, according to an SEC Form 4 filing . Transaction value based on SEC Form 4 reported price ($9.16); post-transaction value based on April 6, 2026, market close price. * 1-year performance calculated using April 6th, 2026, as the reference date. Continue...
President and CEO Marianne De Backer of Vir Biotechnology, Inc. , reported the sale of 72,559 shares in an open-market transaction on April 6, 2026, according to an SEC Form 4 filing . Transaction value based on SEC Form 4 reported price ($9.16); post-transaction value based on April 6, 2026, market close price. * 1-year performance calculated using April 6th, 2026, as the reference date. Continue reading
Negotiations between the US and Iran in Islamabad have ended without an agreement. Bloomberg News Reporter Eric Martin currently in Islamabad, Bloomberg News White House Correspondent Jeff Mason, and Israel Channel 13 US Correspondent Neria Krus join Bloomberg This Weekend to discuss the complexity of such diplomatic efforts. (Source: Bloomberg)
Negotiations between the US and Iran in Islamabad have ended without an agreement. Bloomberg News Reporter Eric Martin currently in Islamabad, Bloomberg News White House Correspondent Jeff Mason, and Israel Channel 13 US Correspondent Neria Krus join Bloomberg This Weekend to discuss the complexity of such diplomatic efforts. (Source: Bloomberg)
The average one-year price target for Williams Companies (XTRA:WMB) has been revised to 68,06 € / share. This is an increase of 13.71% from the prior estimate of 59,85 € dated February 3, 2026. The price target is an average of many targets provided by analyst
The average one-year price target for Williams Companies (XTRA:WMB) has been revised to 68,06 € / share. This is an increase of 13.71% from the prior estimate of 59,85 € dated February 3, 2026. The price target is an average of many targets provided by analyst
US President Donald Trump has announced a sweeping naval operation targeting the Strait of Hormuz, one of the world’s most important oil transit chokepoints. “Effective immediately, the United States Navy, the Finest in the World, will begin the process of BLOCKADING any and all Ships trying to enter, or leave, the Strait of Hormuz”, Trump said in a social media post on Sunday. He added that “at s...
US President Donald Trump has announced a sweeping naval operation targeting the Strait of Hormuz, one of the world’s most important oil transit chokepoints. “Effective immediately, the United States Navy, the Finest in the World, will begin the process of BLOCKADING any and all Ships trying to enter, or leave, the Strait of Hormuz”, Trump said in a social media post on Sunday. He added that “at some point, we will reach an ‘ALL BEING ALLOWED TO GO IN, ALL BEING ALLOWED TO GO OUT’ basis”. “I...
Oil prices and borrowing costs are expected to rise this week as tankers remain stranded in Persian gulf Middle East crisis live – latest updates The failure of the US and Iran to reach a peace deal after marathon negotiations has put markets on alert for further oil and gas price rises. With large numbers of oil tankers remaining stuck in the Persian gulf, the US vice-president, JD Vance blamed t...
Oil prices and borrowing costs are expected to rise this week as tankers remain stranded in Persian gulf Middle East crisis live – latest updates The failure of the US and Iran to reach a peace deal after marathon negotiations has put markets on alert for further oil and gas price rises. With large numbers of oil tankers remaining stuck in the Persian gulf, the US vice-president, JD Vance blamed the collapse of the talks on Tehran’s refusal to abandon its nuclear weapons programme, while Iranian sources hit back at “excessive” demands from Washington. Continue reading...
The iShares 1-5 Year Investment Grade Corporate Bond ETF (NASDAQ:IGSB) and Vanguard Short-Term Bond ETF (NYSEMKT:BSV) differ most in yield, bond count, and exposure, with IGSB offering a higher payout and BSV focusing more on U.S. government debt. Both IGSB and BSV target the short-term, high-quality bond space, aiming to offer capital preservation and steady income for risk-averse investors. This...
The iShares 1-5 Year Investment Grade Corporate Bond ETF (NASDAQ:IGSB) and Vanguard Short-Term Bond ETF (NYSEMKT:BSV) differ most in yield, bond count, and exposure, with IGSB offering a higher payout and BSV focusing more on U.S. government debt. Both IGSB and BSV target the short-term, high-quality bond space, aiming to offer capital preservation and steady income for risk-averse investors. This comparison explores how their costs, returns, portfolio construction, and risk profiles may suit different preferences. Beta measures price volatility relative to the S&P 500; beta is calculated from five-year monthly returns. The 1-yr return represents total return over the trailing 12 months. Continue reading
Wall Street's major averages struggled on Friday, with both the S&P 500 and the Dow in the red, as the core retail inflation print for March came in slightly cooler than expected, while investors continued to brace for U.S.-Iran war tensions. The benchmark S&P 500 closed -0.1%, while the heavy-tech Nasdaq Composite ended +0.4%, and the blue-chip Dow finished -0.6%. Week-to-date, however, all index...
Wall Street's major averages struggled on Friday, with both the S&P 500 and the Dow in the red, as the core retail inflation print for March came in slightly cooler than expected, while investors continued to brace for U.S.-Iran war tensions. The benchmark S&P 500 closed -0.1%, while the heavy-tech Nasdaq Composite ended +0.4%, and the blue-chip Dow finished -0.6%. Week-to-date, however, all indexes took home gains. The S&P 500 was +3.6%, the Nasdaq was +4.7%, and the Dow was +5.5%. The S&P 500 Health Care Index Sector ( XLV ) also gained about 0.7% during the week. The top S&P 500 healthcare gainers and losers for the last week are as follows: Top Gainers: UnitedHealth Group ( UNH ) +9.76% Humana ( HUM ) +8.05% CVS Health ( CVS ) +7.95% Centene ( CNC ) +6.24% Waters Corporation ( WAT ) +5.18% Top Losers: Pfizer ( PFE ) -4.94% Labcorp ( LH ) -4.67% Edwards Lifesciences ( EW ) -3.92% Insulet Corporation ( PODD ) -3.61% IQVIA ( IQV ) -3.42% Here are some of the important healthcare stories from this week: Managed care rebounds after Medicare rate decision Managed care stocks bounced back from a year-to-date decline to reach a three-month high on Tuesday after the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services ( CMS ) finalized a better-than-expected reimbursement rate for Medicare Advantage plans for 2027. Health insurers with sizable operations in the MA market, such as UnitedHealth ( UNH ), Humana ( HUM ), and Alignment Healthcare ( ALHC ), have led the gainers. Others, including CVS Health ( CVS ), Molina Healthcare ( MOH ), Elevance Health ( ELV ), Oscar Health ( OSCR ), Clover Health ( CLOV ), Centene ( CNC ), and Cigna ( CI ), are also in the green. While the proposed average payment hike for Medicare Advantage plans stood at 0.09% earlier this year, the final rate, issued on Monday after the market close, indicated a 2.48% increase, triggering bullish views on the sector. Amazon to sell Eli Lilly’s weight loss pill via same-day delivery Amazon ( AMZN ) Pharmacy is no...
narvikk/iStock via Getty Images Iran is working to bring much of its damaged refining and fuel distribution network back online, with officials targeting a return to roughly 70% to 80% of pre-strike capacity within one to two months, according to a senior oil official. Mohammad Sadeq Azimifar said in remarks to the Student News Network that repair efforts are already underway following recent atta...
narvikk/iStock via Getty Images Iran is working to bring much of its damaged refining and fuel distribution network back online, with officials targeting a return to roughly 70% to 80% of pre-strike capacity within one to two months, according to a senior oil official. Mohammad Sadeq Azimifar said in remarks to the Student News Network that repair efforts are already underway following recent attacks on key energy infrastructure. He added that sections of the Lavan refinery could restart operations in as little as 10 days, with additional units expected to come back in stages as restoration work progresses. More on Brent Futures, Crude Oil Futures Commodities: Oil Supported By Ongoing Supply Risks Reinventing The Petrodollar: How U.S. Energy Dominance Is Shifting The Global Balance Of Power Oil Just Doesn't Want To Correct With Persistent Ceasefire Uncertainty - WTI Technical Analysis Vitol trading bet backfires as Iran conflict jolts oil markets: WSJ Direct negotiations between U.S. and Iran start in Pakistan
mustafaU/iStock via Getty Images Markets Stabilize, But Uncertainty Calls for Diversification Markets have found short-term relief with the two-week ceasefire in the Iran war, easing immediate geopolitical risk, and helping to stabilize investor sentiment. Combined with what is expected to be a mostly positive quarterly earnings season, the current backdrop could support select stocks in the near ...
mustafaU/iStock via Getty Images Markets Stabilize, But Uncertainty Calls for Diversification Markets have found short-term relief with the two-week ceasefire in the Iran war, easing immediate geopolitical risk, and helping to stabilize investor sentiment. Combined with what is expected to be a mostly positive quarterly earnings season, the current backdrop could support select stocks in the near term, especially those with solid fundamental strength and growth potential. Friday ’s slightly softer than expected CPI als o helps the case for growth stocks. However, the broader macro environment remains fragile as the ultimate resolution of the Iran war is still uncertain and oil supply disruptions can cause ongoing negative ripple effects, keeping gas prices and inflation elevated. Midterm elections can also add another layer of uncertainty, potentially driving further market swings in the months ahead. Mixing Semis, Energy, Industrials and Real Estate With Oil Seeking Alpha In this environment, where upside catalysts coexist with persistent downside risks, a barbell approach has worked well for us in the past. A mix that blends high-risk growth with lower-risk, yield-producing, defensive positions can achieve a strong barbell portfolio. This offers a way to participate in gains while reducing overall volatility when combined into a portfolio. Best Stocks to Buy Now: A Barbell Approach To select the best stocks to feature in this article, I used the Seeking Alpha Stock Screener and targeted the highest Quant-Rated Strong Buy stocks in the respective sector targets. The sectors include technology, energy, infrastructure-focused industrials, and real estate: High-quality tech captures upside from earnings growth strength and AI-driven demand. Energy provides a hedge against geopolitical risk and inflation while offering high yields. Industrials add earnings visibility through backlog-driven demand. REITs offer rate-sensitive upside and income, benefiting from stabilizin...
Earnings season is about to start at a crucial time for stocks traders whipsawed by war in the Middle East, concerns around private credit and the disruptive threat of artificial intelligence. Both the MSCI World Index and the S&P 500 Index are coming off their worst quarter since 2022, after steep losses in March amid renewed inflation worries with the Iran conflict sparking a surge in oil prices...
Earnings season is about to start at a crucial time for stocks traders whipsawed by war in the Middle East, concerns around private credit and the disruptive threat of artificial intelligence. Both the MSCI World Index and the S&P 500 Index are coming off their worst quarter since 2022, after steep losses in March amid renewed inflation worries with the Iran conflict sparking a surge in oil prices. Data on Friday showed US inflation climbed in March by the most in nearly four years. Meanwhile, consumer sentiment has weakened. Investors are eager to hear what corporate leaders have to say about all the risks, which also include lingering questions about US tariffs. Goldman Sachs Group Inc. kicks off the US reporting season on Monday. In Europe, luxury bellwether LVMH Moet Hennessy Louis Vuitton SE ’s results mark the start of the region’s earnings cycle . “Iran has run into the center of our show — but the rest of the show continues and there are still themes like AI disruption that we’re going to want to keep an eye on,” said Marta Norton , chief investment strategist at Empower. “There are some unknowns that we’re just going to have live with for a while.” Over the weekend, the US and Iran ended direct talks in Pakistan without an agreement, raising new doubts over efforts to end the war. Wall Street doesn’t anticipate a banner season. Analysts project S&P 500 earnings will show roughly 12% annual growth for the first quarter, the weakest since the second quarter of 2025, according to Bloomberg Intelligence data. Stripping out the technology sector, which is more insulated from the oil rally, it would be around 3%, the weakest in two years. As traders navigate the heightened volatility, here are five themes they’ll be watching as corporate announcements roll in. Oil Shock Investors are still absorbing how the surge in energy costs will ripple through the global economy. West Texas Intermediate oil, at about $95 a barrel on Friday afternoon in New York, is more than...
The TV star and writer on soundtracked car journeys with her dad, why she took a break from acting, and her husband Tom Hardy’s ‘cracking’ cup of tea Born in Grindon, County Durham, in 1981, Charlotte Riley is an actor and writer. She studied English at Durham University before training at the London Academy of Music and Dramatic Art (Lamda). Riley first came to prominence with her portrayal of Ca...
The TV star and writer on soundtracked car journeys with her dad, why she took a break from acting, and her husband Tom Hardy’s ‘cracking’ cup of tea Born in Grindon, County Durham, in 1981, Charlotte Riley is an actor and writer. She studied English at Durham University before training at the London Academy of Music and Dramatic Art (Lamda). Riley first came to prominence with her portrayal of Cathy in Wuthering Heights in 2009, and has since appeared in series such as Peaky Blinders and Press, as well as on stage. In 2017, she founded The WonderWorks , a network of childcare support options for people involved in the TV and film industry. She has two children and a stepson with her husband, the actor Tom Hardy. Riley stars in the BBC’s new series Babies, Trying on Apple TV+ and the forthcoming Tomb Raider Amazon series. I was always described as cheeky and smiley as a kid, and this photo of me in my dad’s office in Teesside proves exactly that. It was my first time going to work with him, so I wanted to wear a jumper that was just like the one he usually wore. I have vivid memories of the room smelling of drip coffee, and I know that I was happy, even though it was a super boring place to be. Continue reading...