Corn prices are trading with gains of a penny across most front months to start Tuesday trade. Futures posted losses of 1 to 2 ¼ cents on Monday, fading back from the Friday gains. Preliminary open interest was down 2,400 contracts, as March was down 8,571 contracts and the rest rising. The CmdtyView national average Cash Corn price was down 2 1/4 cents at $3.91 1/4. USDA’s FGIS tallied corn expor...
Corn prices are trading with gains of a penny across most front months to start Tuesday trade. Futures posted losses of 1 to 2 ¼ cents on Monday, fading back from the Friday gains. Preliminary open interest was down 2,400 contracts, as March was down 8,571 contracts and the rest rising. The CmdtyView national average Cash Corn price was down 2 1/4 cents at $3.91 1/4. USDA’s FGIS tallied corn export shipments at 1.51 MMT (59.45 mbu) during the week ending on January 22. That was 1.63% larger than the week prior and 20.74% above the same week last year. Mexico was the top destination of 402,936 MT, with 265,122 MT headed to Japan and 210,763 MT to Spain. Marketing year exports for 2025/26 are 31.437 MMT (1.24 bbu) since September 1, which is now 53.35% larger than the same period last year. Don’t Miss a Day: Export Sales data updated last Friday has corn export commitments at 56.045 MMT, which is 34% ahead of last year. That is 69% of the record USDA export estimate and ahead of the 65% average pace. AgRural estimates the first corn crop in the center south regions of Brazil at 5% harvested, ahead of the 2.2% pace last year. The second crop is pegged at 4.7% planted as of last Thursday, behind the 8.6% early pace in 2024/25. They raised their estimate for the country’s corn crop by 0.6 MMT to 136.6 MMT. Mar 26 Corn closed at $4.28 1/4, down 2 1/4 cents, currently up 1 cent Nearby Cash was $3.91 1/4, down 2 1/4 cents, May 26 Corn closed at $4.36, down 2 cents, currently up 1 cent Jul 26 Corn closed at $4.42, down 1 3/4 cents, currently up 1 cent On the date of publication, Austin Schroeder did not have (either directly or indirectly) positions in any of the securities mentioned in this article. All information and data in this article is solely for informational purposes. For more information please view the Barchart Disclosure Policy here. The views and opinions expressed herein are the views and opinions of the author and do not necessarily reflect those of Nasdaq, I...
Soybeans are trading with gains of 2 to 3 cents so far on Tuesday morning. Futures posted losses of 5 to 6 cents in the front months on Monday. Open interest was up 4,726 contracts, suggesting new selling interest. The cmdtyView national average Cash Bean price was 5 1/2 cents lower at $9.92 1/4. Soymeal futures were down $2.00 to $5.60, with Soy Oil futures steady to 10 points lower on Monday. Ex...
Soybeans are trading with gains of 2 to 3 cents so far on Tuesday morning. Futures posted losses of 5 to 6 cents in the front months on Monday. Open interest was up 4,726 contracts, suggesting new selling interest. The cmdtyView national average Cash Bean price was 5 1/2 cents lower at $9.92 1/4. Soymeal futures were down $2.00 to $5.60, with Soy Oil futures steady to 10 points lower on Monday. Export Inspections data showed soybean shipments at 1.324 MMT (48.7 mbu) shipped in the week that ended on January 22. That was down 1.54% from the week prior, but 79.45% above the same week last year. China was the top destination of 897,459 MT, with 102,064 MT to Mexico and 67,547 MT to Italy. Marketing year shipments have totaled 20.67 MMT (759.4 mbu), which is up 37.5 yr/yr. Don’t Miss a Day: Export Sales data from Friday showed marketing year soybean sales at 33.035 MMT, which is 22% below the same week last year, vs. USDA calling for a 15% drop. That is also 77% of USDA’s number and 8 percentage points behind normal. Brazil’s soybean crop is estimated at 4.9% harvested as of Thursday according to AgRural, ahead of the 2.9% pace last year. The crop estimate was raised 0.6 MMT to 181 MMT. Mar 26 Soybeans closed at $10.61 3/4, down 6 cents, currently up 3 cents Nearby Cash was $9.92 1/4, down 5 1/2 cents, May 26 Soybeans closed at $10.74, down 5 1/2 cents, currently up 3 1/4 cents Jul 26 Soybeans closed at $10.87 1/2, down 5 cents, currently up 3 1/4 cents On the date of publication, Austin Schroeder did not have (either directly or indirectly) positions in any of the securities mentioned in this article. All information and data in this article is solely for informational purposes. For more information please view the Barchart Disclosure Policy here. The views and opinions expressed herein are the views and opinions of the author and do not necessarily reflect those of Nasdaq, Inc.
Live cattle futures saw gains on Monday, with contracts closing $1 to $1.25 higher. Open interest was down 948 contracts on Monday. Cash trade found its footing last week at $233 to $236.50 live and $370 dressed. Feeder cattle futures closed the Monday session with contracts $1.90 to $2.50 higher across the front months. The CME Feeder Cattle Index was up just 9 cents to $363.57 on January 23. USD...
Live cattle futures saw gains on Monday, with contracts closing $1 to $1.25 higher. Open interest was down 948 contracts on Monday. Cash trade found its footing last week at $233 to $236.50 live and $370 dressed. Feeder cattle futures closed the Monday session with contracts $1.90 to $2.50 higher across the front months. The CME Feeder Cattle Index was up just 9 cents to $363.57 on January 23. USDA’s wholesale Boxed Beef report from Monday afternoon saw prices mixed, with the Chc/Sel spread narrowing to $1.78. Choice boxes were down 2 cents to $368.90, while Select was $4.73 higher at $367.12. Monday’s USDA federally inspected cattle slaughter was estimated at 100,000 head. That was 5,000 head below last Monday and 13,256 head shy of the same week last year. Don’t Miss a Day: Feb 26 Live Cattle closed at $236.025, up $1.125, Apr 26 Live Cattle closed at $238.000, up $1.075, Jun 26 Live Cattle closed at $233.625, up $1.125, Jan 26 Feeder Cattle closed at $366.700, up $1.900, Mar 26 Feeder Cattle closed at $362.600, up $2.425, Apr 26 Feeder Cattle closed at $361.200, up $2.450, On the date of publication, Austin Schroeder did not have (either directly or indirectly) positions in any of the securities mentioned in this article. All information and data in this article is solely for informational purposes. For more information please view the Barchart Disclosure Policy here. The views and opinions expressed herein are the views and opinions of the author and do not necessarily reflect those of Nasdaq, Inc.
Lean hogs settle the Monday session with contracts closing within 35 cents of unchanged in the nearbys. The USDA Daily Direct Hog report from the afternoon showed negotiated prices down $1.05 to $82.48. The CME Lean Hog Index was $91.90 on August 8, down 90 cents from the previous day. This month’s WASDE update showed US pork production at 24.048 billion lbs in 2024, a 91 million lb drop from last...
Lean hogs settle the Monday session with contracts closing within 35 cents of unchanged in the nearbys. The USDA Daily Direct Hog report from the afternoon showed negotiated prices down $1.05 to $82.48. The CME Lean Hog Index was $91.90 on August 8, down 90 cents from the previous day. This month’s WASDE update showed US pork production at 24.048 billion lbs in 2024, a 91 million lb drop from last month. USDA’s FOB plant pork cutout value was up $1.61 in the Monday afternoon report at $100.27 per cwt. The picnic and ham primals were lower, while belly was the strongest component of the day, up $5.94. USDA estimated the Monday FI hog slaughter at 483,000 head. That is up 72,000 head from last week and 17,422 head above the same week a year ago. Aug 24 Hogs closed at $90.025, up $0.225, Oct 24 Hogs closed at $74.325, up $0.350, Dec 24 Hogs closed at $66.075, down $0.225, On the date of publication, Alan Brugler did not have (either directly or indirectly) positions in any of the securities mentioned in this article. All information and data in this article is solely for informational purposes. For more information please view the Barchart Disclosure Policy here. The views and opinions expressed herein are the views and opinions of the author and do not necessarily reflect those of Nasdaq, Inc.
Cotton prices are 30 to 35 points higher so far on Tuesday morning. Futures fell back 67 to 85 points across most contracts on Monday. Crude oil futures are down 24 cents per barrel at $60.83. The US dollar index was down another $0.539 to $96.865. USDA Export Sales data showed 7.35 million RB of cotton commitments as of Jan 15, 13% below last year. That was also 64% of the USDA projection and wel...
Cotton prices are 30 to 35 points higher so far on Tuesday morning. Futures fell back 67 to 85 points across most contracts on Monday. Crude oil futures are down 24 cents per barrel at $60.83. The US dollar index was down another $0.539 to $96.865. USDA Export Sales data showed 7.35 million RB of cotton commitments as of Jan 15, 13% below last year. That was also 64% of the USDA projection and well behind the 81% average pace. Don’t Miss a Day: The Friday online auction from The Seam showed sales of 57.99 cents/lb on 5,645 bales. The Cotlook A Index was down 50 points on January 23 at 74.05 cents. ICE certified cotton stocks were down 510 bales on 1/23 with the certified stocks level at 9,912 bales. The Adjusted World Price was updated to 50.99 cents/lb on last week, down 18 points from the week prior. Mar 26 Cotton closed at 62.97, down 84 points, currently up 33 points May 26 Cotton closed at 64.68, down 80 points, currently up 31 points Jul 26 Cotton closed at 66.3, down 67 points, currently up 31 points More news from Barchart The views and opinions expressed herein are the views and opinions of the author and do not necessarily reflect those of Nasdaq, Inc.
Wheat is starting off Tuesday with mixed action, as the soft wheat contracts are higher. The wheat complex saw weakness across the three markets on Monday. Chicago SRW futures were down 6 to 7 cents in the front months at the close. Open interest was up 695 contracts. KC HRW futures were 10 to 11 cents in the red in the front months on Monday. OI fell 7,313 contracts on Monday, mostly in the March...
Wheat is starting off Tuesday with mixed action, as the soft wheat contracts are higher. The wheat complex saw weakness across the three markets on Monday. Chicago SRW futures were down 6 to 7 cents in the front months at the close. Open interest was up 695 contracts. KC HRW futures were 10 to 11 cents in the red in the front months on Monday. OI fell 7,313 contracts on Monday, mostly in the March contract. MPLS spring wheat was down 5 to 6 cents on the day. Monday morning’s Export Inspections report showed 351,001 MT (12.9 mbu) of wheat shipped in the week of 1/22. That was 11.76% below the week prior and 27.56% shy of the same week last year. South Korea was the largest destination of 119,036 MT, 73,230MT shipped to Japan and 63,773 MT to Mexico. The marketing year total is now 16.33 MMT (600.05 mbu) of wheat shipped, which is now 18.21% above the same period last year. Don’t Miss a Day: USDA Export Sales data from Friday indicated 21.03 MMT of wheat commitments by January 15, 18% above last year. That was also 86% of the USDA number, near the 87% average sales pace. Mar 26 CBOT Wheat closed at $5.22 1/2, down 7 cents, currently up 1/2 cent May 26 CBOT Wheat closed at $5.32 3/4, down 6 1/4 cents, currently up 1/2 cent Mar 26 KCBT Wheat closed at $5.29 3/4, down 11 cents, currently down 1/2 cent May 26 KCBT Wheat closed at $5.40 1/2, down 10 cents, currently down 1/2 cent Mar 26 MIAX Wheat closed at $5.70 3/4, down 5 1/4 cents, currently down 3/4 cent May 26 MIAX Wheat closed at $5.82 1/2, down 5 1/4 cents, currently down 1 cent More news from Barchart The views and opinions expressed herein are the views and opinions of the author and do not necessarily reflect those of Nasdaq, Inc.
Meta Platforms (NASDAQ:META) is preparing to release its quarterly earnings on Wednesday, 2026-01-28. Here's a brief overview of what investors should keep in mind before the announcement. Analysts expect Meta Platforms to report an earnings per share (EPS) of $8.18. Investors in Meta Platforms are eagerly awaiting the company's announcement, hoping for news of surpassing estimates and positive gu...
Meta Platforms (NASDAQ:META) is preparing to release its quarterly earnings on Wednesday, 2026-01-28. Here's a brief overview of what investors should keep in mind before the announcement. Analysts expect Meta Platforms to report an earnings per share (EPS) of $8.18. Investors in Meta Platforms are eagerly awaiting the company's announcement, hoping for news of surpassing estimates and positive guidance for the next quarter. It's worth noting for new investors that stock prices can be heavily influenced by future projections rather than just past performance. Past Earnings Performance The company's EPS beat by $0.59 in the last quarter, leading to a 11.33% drop in the share price on the following day. Here's a look at Meta Platforms's past performance and the resulting price change: Quarter Q3 2025 Q2 2025 Q1 2025 Q4 2024 EPS Estimate 6.66 5.87 5.28 6.76 EPS Actual 7.25 7.14 6.43 8.02 Price Change % -11.00 11.00 4.00 2.00 Performance of Meta Platforms Shares Shares of Meta Platforms were trading at $672.36 as of January 26. Over the last 52-week period, shares are down 1.13%. Given that these returns are generally negative, long-term shareholders are likely upset going into this earnings release. Insights Shared by Analysts on Meta Platforms For investors, staying informed about market sentiments and expectations in the industry is paramount. This analysis provides an exploration of the latest insights on Meta Platforms. A total of 36 analyst ratings have been received for Meta Platforms, with the consensus rating being Buy. The average one-year price target stands at $858.58, suggesting a potential 27.7% upside. Comparing Ratings with Competitors The following analysis focuses on the analyst ratings and average 1-year price targets of Reddit, Pinterest and Snap, three prominent industry players, providing insights into their relative performance expectations and market positioning. Analysts currently favor an Buy trajectory for Reddit, with an average 1-year price ...
Get Into Cryptocurrency Trading Today GOOG Momentum Shift: The Signals Smart Money Is Watching GOOG Chart | TradingView It's a make-or-break moment for GOOG, as the tech titan teeters on the edge of a significant price shift. The financial world is buzzing with anticipation, and for good reason. In today's volatile and dynamic market environment, GOOG's technical indicators are flashing signals th...
Get Into Cryptocurrency Trading Today GOOG Momentum Shift: The Signals Smart Money Is Watching GOOG Chart | TradingView It's a make-or-break moment for GOOG, as the tech titan teeters on the edge of a significant price shift. The financial world is buzzing with anticipation, and for good reason. In today's volatile and dynamic market environment, GOOG's technical indicators are flashing signals that smart money investors are carefully watching. With the broader market riding a Risk-On wave and the macroeconomic backdrop painting a complex picture, the stakes have never been higher. In this analysis, we'll dive deep into the current market context, dissect the technical setup, and explore multiple scenarios that could unfold over the coming weeks. This isn't just another market update—this is your chance to get ahead of what could be a major breakout or breakdown for GOOG. But here's where it gets interesting: Despite the noise, certain chart patterns and technical indicators are aligning in a way that suggests a pivotal movement is imminent. The question is, are you ready to capitalize on it? Market Context: Navigating the Risk-On Environment Today's market is characterized by a significant risk-on sentiment. With major indices like SPY and QQQ on the rise, investors are showing a strong appetite for risk. This positive sentiment is further buoyed by a weakening US Dollar, which bodes well for multinational giants like Alphabet, the parent company of GOOG. This currency trend enhances the value of overseas revenues when converted back to USD, potentially boosting GOOG's earnings. However, the backdrop isn't without its challenges. Rising bond yields are casting a shadow over growth stocks, as higher interest rates make future earnings less attractive. Yet, despite this headwind, the current market sentiment remains overwhelmingly bullish. As we delve deeper, it's clear that the broader macroeconomic landscape is a double-edged sword, offering both opportunities and ...
Deep-pocketed investors have adopted a bullish approach towards Taiwan Semiconductor (NYSE:TSM), and it's something market players shouldn't ignore. Our tracking of public options records at Benzinga unveiled this significant move today. The identity of these investors remains unknown, but such a substantial move in TSM usually suggests something big is about to happen. We gleaned this information...
Deep-pocketed investors have adopted a bullish approach towards Taiwan Semiconductor (NYSE:TSM), and it's something market players shouldn't ignore. Our tracking of public options records at Benzinga unveiled this significant move today. The identity of these investors remains unknown, but such a substantial move in TSM usually suggests something big is about to happen. We gleaned this information from our observations today when Benzinga's options scanner highlighted 25 extraordinary options activities for Taiwan Semiconductor. This level of activity is out of the ordinary. The general mood among these heavyweight investors is divided, with 48% leaning bullish and 32% bearish. Among these notable options, 13 are puts, totaling $3,333,870, and 12 are calls, amounting to $792,414. Expected Price Movements After evaluating the trading volumes and Open Interest, it's evident that the major market movers are focusing on a price band between $170.0 and $400.0 for Taiwan Semiconductor, spanning the last three months. Volume & Open Interest Trends Examining the volume and open interest provides crucial insights into stock research. This information is key in gauging liquidity and interest levels for Taiwan Semiconductor's options at certain strike prices. Below, we present a snapshot of the trends in volume and open interest for calls and puts across Taiwan Semiconductor's significant trades, within a strike price range of $170.0 to $400.0, over the past month. Taiwan Semiconductor 30-Day Option Volume & Interest Snapshot Largest Options Trades Observed: Symbol PUT/CALL Trade Type Sentiment Exp. Date Ask Bid Price Strike Price Total Trade Price Open Interest Volume TSM PUT TRADE NEUTRAL 12/17/27 $63.85 $62.3 $63.05 $330.00 $630.5K 51 100 TSM PUT TRADE NEUTRAL 01/15/27 $51.7 $48.85 $50.3 $340.00 $503.0K 512 100 TSM PUT TRADE BULLISH 06/18/26 $23.3 $22.15 $22.15 $320.00 $443.0K 1.1K 200 TSM PUT TRADE BEARISH 12/18/26 $38.05 $36.6 $38.05 $320.00 $380.4K 510 100 TSM CALL TRADE...
MANISH BHATIA, EVP at Micron Technology (NASDAQ:MU), reported an insider sell on January 27, according to a new SEC filing. What Happened: According to a Form 4 filing with the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission on Tuesday, BHATIA sold 26,623 shares of Micron Technology. The total transaction value is $10,410,771. At Tuesday morning, Micron Technology shares are up by 4.35%, trading at $406.0...
MANISH BHATIA, EVP at Micron Technology (NASDAQ:MU), reported an insider sell on January 27, according to a new SEC filing. What Happened: According to a Form 4 filing with the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission on Tuesday, BHATIA sold 26,623 shares of Micron Technology. The total transaction value is $10,410,771. At Tuesday morning, Micron Technology shares are up by 4.35%, trading at $406.03. Delving into Micron Technology's Background Micron is one of the largest semiconductor companies in the world, specializing in memory and storage chips. Its primary revenue stream comes from dynamic random access memory, or DRAM, and it also has minority exposure to not-and or NAND, flash chips. Micron serves a global customer base, selling chips into data centers, mobile phones, consumer electronics, and industrial and automotive applications. The firm is vertically integrated. A Deep Dive into Micron Technology's Financials Revenue Growth: Micron Technology's revenue growth over a period of 3 months has been noteworthy. As of 30 November, 2025, the company achieved a revenue growth rate of approximately 56.65%. This indicates a substantial increase in the company's top-line earnings. As compared to competitors, the company surpassed expectations with a growth rate higher than the average among peers in the Information Technology sector. Profitability Metrics: Unlocking Value Gross Margin: The company excels with a remarkable gross margin of 56.04% , indicating superior cost efficiency and profitability compared to its industry peers. Earnings per Share (EPS): Micron Technology's EPS is a standout, portraying a positive bottom-line trend that exceeds the industry average with a current EPS of 4.66. Debt Management: Micron Technology's debt-to-equity ratio is below industry norms, indicating a sound financial structure with a ratio of 0.21. In-Depth Valuation Examination: Price to Earnings (P/E) Ratio: With a lower-than-average P/E ratio of 36.99 , the stock indicates an...
Amidst today's fast-paced and highly competitive business environment, it is crucial for investors and industry enthusiasts to conduct comprehensive company evaluations. In this article, we will delve into an extensive industry comparison, evaluating Micron Technology (NASDAQ:MU) in comparison to its major competitors within the Semiconductors & Semiconductor Equipment industry. By analyzing criti...
Amidst today's fast-paced and highly competitive business environment, it is crucial for investors and industry enthusiasts to conduct comprehensive company evaluations. In this article, we will delve into an extensive industry comparison, evaluating Micron Technology (NASDAQ:MU) in comparison to its major competitors within the Semiconductors & Semiconductor Equipment industry. By analyzing critical financial metrics, market position, and growth potential, our objective is to provide valuable insights for investors and offer a deeper understanding of company's performance in the industry. Micron Technology Background Micron is one of the largest semiconductor companies in the world, specializing in memory and storage chips. Its primary revenue stream comes from dynamic random access memory, or DRAM, and it also has minority exposure to not-and or NAND, flash chips. Micron serves a global customer base, selling chips into data centers, mobile phones, consumer electronics, and industrial and automotive applications. The firm is vertically integrated. Company P/E P/B P/S ROE EBITDA (in billions) Gross Profit (in billions) Revenue Growth Micron Technology Inc 36.99 7.45 10.38 9.28% $8.35 $7.65 56.65% NVIDIA Corp 46.16 38.12 24.49 29.14% $38.75 $41.85 62.49% Broadcom Inc 68.10 18.95 24.68 11.02% $9.86 $12.25 28.18% Advanced Micro Devices Inc 131.58 6.73 12.81 2.06% $2.11 $4.78 35.59% Texas Instruments Inc 35.81 10.74 10.42 8.21% $2.24 $2.72 14.24% Qualcomm Inc 30.84 7.78 3.86 -12.88% $3.51 $6.24 10.03% Analog Devices Inc 66.67 4.39 13.70 2.32% $1.47 $1.94 25.91% Marvell Technology Inc 28.79 4.93 9.12 13.84% $2.58 $1.07 36.83% NXP Semiconductors NV 28.56 5.79 4.89 6.43% $1.11 $1.79 -2.37% Monolithic Power Systems Inc 27.40 14.34 19.32 5.12% $0.21 $0.41 18.88% First Solar Inc 18.65 2.89 5.17 5.19% $0.61 $0.61 79.67% ON Semiconductor Corp 83.74 3.11 4.13 3.22% $0.44 $0.59 -11.98% Credo Technology Group Holding Ltd 110.36 17.98 30.71 7.99% $0.09 $0.18 272.08% Tower Semicond...
For a few frenetic days last January, after losing their midcentury ranch home to the wildfires that ravaged Los Angeles, Jessica and Matt Conkle thought they could see a glimmer of hope. Their insurance company, State Farm, had sent emergency response teams to Altadena, where they lived, and they filed a claim right away. It wasn’t long before they received a check that covered four months of liv...
For a few frenetic days last January, after losing their midcentury ranch home to the wildfires that ravaged Los Angeles, Jessica and Matt Conkle thought they could see a glimmer of hope. Their insurance company, State Farm, had sent emergency response teams to Altadena, where they lived, and they filed a claim right away. It wasn’t long before they received a check that covered four months of living expenses. Then the process bogged down. Like many homeowners, they imagined that since they had suffered a total loss they could collect on the full value of their coverage. Instead, they had to negotiate over the value of each of their lost possessions with a claims adjuster, only to have to start again with a second adjuster and then a third – a process they believe was expressly designed to deter them from moving forward. Months went by with no discernible progress. They felt they were being shortchanged on item after item, and when they attempted to challenge the valuations State Farm was offering, they struggled to get anyone to respond. They questioned, for example, why the company thought their Waterford crystal collection would have lost more than 50% of its value when they had owned it for just two years. The insurance company asked for photos to check its condition and appeared unmoved when the Conkles said their photo collection had burned up, along with everything else. “It was all delays and denials,” Jessica Conkle, a public education administrator, said. “It felt like someone was training these people not to answer our questions.” It was a similar struggle with the cost of rebuilding. State Farm’s first offer was significantly below the market rate, the Conkles said, and they spent months haggling to increase it. To this day, they said, the money is in an escrow account, out of their reach pending a settlement with no provision for architects’ fees or the cost of city planning permits, without which they could not start the rebuilding process. “We’re at a...
Ben Fogle is an adventurer, broadcaster and bestselling author. He has presented TV series from all over the globe: his many extreme exploits include climbing Everest, rowing the Atlantic, crossing the deserts of the Empty Quarter in the Middle East and racing across Antarctica to the south pole. The Guardian’s journalism is independent. We will earn a commission if you buy something through an af...
Ben Fogle is an adventurer, broadcaster and bestselling author. He has presented TV series from all over the globe: his many extreme exploits include climbing Everest, rowing the Atlantic, crossing the deserts of the Empty Quarter in the Middle East and racing across Antarctica to the south pole. The Guardian’s journalism is independent. We will earn a commission if you buy something through an affiliate link. Learn more. He has toured the UK with his sell-out shows, and most recently has become co-owner of Sheffield-based outdoor clothing brand Buffalo Systems. His work combines adventure, conservation and storytelling. What’s the last treat you bought for yourself? Some vintage wood cladding from an old barn to put on the walls of my office. I bought it from a great reclamation yard called English Salvage. I’ve bought plenty of salvage pieces from there over the years. English Salvage Where do you buy your food from? Multiple places. [My wife] Marina does the big shop online, but we top up with fresh produce from local producers. My favourite is our local farm shop, Bosley Patch in Henley, where Tamsin makes amazing fresh bread and sells the best fresh locally grown fruit and veg. Bosley Patch What’s the best ever present you’ve given – and received? Marina gave me the most beautiful painting of my late labrador, Inca. It was painted by my favourite artists, Olly and Suzi, who work together. Once they’ve finished, they get their subject, in this case, Inca, to walk all over it with muddy paws. It is one of my most treasured items. Olly Suzi I gave my children little bottles filled with water from melted snow from the summit of Mount Everest. I collected it in my drinking flask and filled little old silver perfume bottles (that I found on Etsy), engraved with my ascent date for both of them. Vintage silver-plated mini perfume bottle What’s your favourite online store? I love an online store called Marrkt that sells secondhand clothing. I have a weakness for outdoor...
Douglas Rissing/iStock via Getty Images Greenland Rare Earth Hype The Trump administration's pursuit of Greenland and Venezuela’s critical minerals has put the global competition for metals in the spotlight. Governments around the world are scrambling to secure these minerals, deemed vital to economic and national security, which face scarcity and supply chain risks. Meanwhile, the critical minera...
Douglas Rissing/iStock via Getty Images Greenland Rare Earth Hype The Trump administration's pursuit of Greenland and Venezuela’s critical minerals has put the global competition for metals in the spotlight. Governments around the world are scrambling to secure these minerals, deemed vital to economic and national security, which face scarcity and supply chain risks. Meanwhile, the critical mineral race, in addition to soaring precious metal prices, helped fuel a global rotation into mining stocks, with the sector on the cusp of a supercycle . Declining interest rates, improving global economic growth, and China’s supportive economic measures have bolstered the rally. Bloomberg The Trump administration views Greenland’s untapped minerals as a means for countering China’s dominance of the rare earth elements supply chain. Rare earths are among 60 commodities designated as critical minerals by the U.S. government. However, extracting Greenland's rare earths will be challenging due to its lack of key infrastructure, difficult geology, and harsh environment. The focus should be on regions where economically viable and accessible minerals can be brought to market faster, according to Critical Minerals Institute Executive Director Tracy Hughes: “The fixation on Greenland has always been more about geopolitical posturing — a military-strategic interest and stock-promotion narrative — than a realistic supply solution for the tech sector. Put simply: rare earths in Greenland won’t materially move markets in the next decade, and the hype far outstrips the hard science and economics behind these critical minerals.” Rare earth companies remain a central focus of the Trump administration, whose $1.6B investment in USA Rare Earth, Inc. ( USAR ) sent mineral stocks soaring on Monday. The move represents the U.S. government's biggest investment in the sector, and comes after taking stakes in at least six mineral companies last year, including MP Materials Corp. ( MP ), Lithium Amer...
Sign up now! Sign up now! Sign up now? Sign up now! The most prolific striker on the planet for one of the biggest and most successful clubs in the world, a captain of his country who could possibly lift the World Cup this summer (ending what is now 60 years of hurt), a husband with four kids who is almost universally respected by fans, opponents and his peers, and a brand ambassador for global br...
Sign up now! Sign up now! Sign up now? Sign up now! The most prolific striker on the planet for one of the biggest and most successful clubs in the world, a captain of his country who could possibly lift the World Cup this summer (ending what is now 60 years of hurt), a husband with four kids who is almost universally respected by fans, opponents and his peers, and a brand ambassador for global brands thanks to deals brokered by towering Mr 15% Charlie Kane, Harry Kane has a lot going for him. So why has the England superstar been such a target for Social Media Disgrace trolling in January? The world is indeed a screwed up place when Sepp Blatter’s utterings start making sense. Oh Gianni, what have you done?” – Krishna Moorthy. Big Website’s Michael Butler misses the point about his stay in the Radisson Hotel, Blackpool. The hotel’s strategy is to provide its customers with a pleasant experience undisturbed by the goings on outside the bedroom window. They don’t want bad reviews from customers forced to watch the match” – Deryck Hall (who may be a Preston fan). We are now very accustomed to seeing many, many minutes of additional time being added on to the old-fashioned ‘90’ that we all grew up with … but last weekend the free-climber Alex Honnold needed only one minute of ‘Fergie time’ to complete his ‘look no hands!’ climb of Taipei 101 without the aid of a safety net, parachute or indeed anything more sophisticated than a bag of chalk dust. Footballers, take note” – Allastair McGillivray. Continue reading...
(RTTNews) - Richtech Robotics Inc. (RR), a U.S. provider of AI-driven robots for commercial and industrial environments, has announced on Tuesday a collaboration with Microsoft through the Microsoft AI Co-Innovation Labs. The partnership aims to develop and deploy agentic artificial intelligence capabilities in Richtech's real-world robotic systems. By working closely with Microsoft, Richtech has ...
(RTTNews) - Richtech Robotics Inc. (RR), a U.S. provider of AI-driven robots for commercial and industrial environments, has announced on Tuesday a collaboration with Microsoft through the Microsoft AI Co-Innovation Labs. The partnership aims to develop and deploy agentic artificial intelligence capabilities in Richtech's real-world robotic systems. By working closely with Microsoft, Richtech has enhanced its ADAM robot using Azure AI. This addition has provided the robot with vision, voice, and autonomous reasoning abilities, enabling more contextual, conversational, and operationally aware interactions. The collaboration has also showcased how these agentic AI capabilities can be applied across various industries, including logistics, hospitality, and manufacturing. This application supports improved workflows, service quality, and scalable automation without significant new hardware investments. RR is currently trading at $4.27, down $0.46 or 12.09 percent on the Nasdaq. The views and opinions expressed herein are the views and opinions of the author and do not necessarily reflect those of Nasdaq, Inc.
Image source: The Motley Fool. Jan. 27, 2026, 8:30 a.m. ET Call participants Chief Executive Officer — Chris Calio Chief Financial Officer — Neil Mitchill Vice President, Investor Relations — Nathan Ware Takeaways Adjusted full-year sales -- $88.6 billion, reflecting 11% organic growth driven by 10% growth in commercial original equipment, 18% growth in commercial aftermarket, and 8% in defense. -...
Image source: The Motley Fool. Jan. 27, 2026, 8:30 a.m. ET Call participants Chief Executive Officer — Chris Calio Chief Financial Officer — Neil Mitchill Vice President, Investor Relations — Nathan Ware Takeaways Adjusted full-year sales -- $88.6 billion, reflecting 11% organic growth driven by 10% growth in commercial original equipment, 18% growth in commercial aftermarket, and 8% in defense. -- $88.6 billion, reflecting 11% organic growth driven by 10% growth in commercial original equipment, 18% growth in commercial aftermarket, and 8% in defense. Adjusted EPS (full year) -- $6.29, increasing 10% primarily due to higher sales. -- $6.29, increasing 10% primarily due to higher sales. Free cash flow (full year) -- $7.9 billion, up $3.4 billion year over year. -- $7.9 billion, up $3.4 billion year over year. Backlog -- $268 billion, up 23% year over year, including $161 billion in commercial and $107 billion in defense orders. -- $268 billion, up 23% year over year, including $161 billion in commercial and $107 billion in defense orders. Book-to-bill ratio -- One point five six for the full year, with Raytheon defense at one point three one. -- One point five six for the full year, with Raytheon defense at one point three one. Orders -- One thousand five hundred GTF and over two thousand four hundred Pratt Canada engine orders committed during the year. -- One thousand five hundred GTF and over two thousand four hundred Pratt Canada engine orders committed during the year. International mix (Raytheon) -- Forty-seven percent of Raytheon backlog, an increase of three points from the prior year. -- Forty-seven percent of Raytheon backlog, an increase of three points from the prior year. Fourth quarter adjusted sales -- $24.2 billion, up 12% adjusted and 14% organically. -- $24.2 billion, up 12% adjusted and 14% organically. Fourth quarter adjusted segment operating profit -- $2.9 billion, up 9% year over year. -- $2.9 billion, up 9% year over year. Fourth quarter adju...