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KBR secures 10-year maintenance deal with Saudi Petro Rabigh to manage polymer facilities using AI and machine learning for improved efficiency and reliability.

CervoMed's neflamapimod selected for UK's accelerated EXPERTS-ALS trial platform. The drug will be evaluated in 35-80 ALS patients over 18-24 weeks.

Auddia merges with Thramann Holdings to form McCarthy Finney in $250M deal, combining AI-focused subsidiaries. Deal expected to close Q2 2026.

Turner Syndrome treatment market projected to double to $3.67B by 2033, driven by diagnostic innovation, increased awareness, and improved access to therapies globally.

Hormel divests commodity turkey business to Life-Science Innovations, shifting focus to higher-margin, value-added protein products for stronger growth prospects.

Microsoft's stock price nears $397, reigniting split speculation. However, analysts note higher-priced peers haven't split recently, suggesting no imminent action likely.

Staar Surgical wins FDA approval to expand implantable lens eligibility to patients aged 21-60, up from 21-45, potentially reaching 8 million additional U.S. candidates.

SoFi stock fell 17% in January after a $1.5B capital raise, though the fintech company projects strong 125% net income growth in Q1 2026.

Palantir stock has declined 25% since early 2026 despite strong fundamentals, including 500+ U.S. customers and $1.3B quarterly contract value, offering a better valuation entry point.

Quantum computing insiders sold $615M more shares than bought over twelve months despite massive stock gains, signaling potential valuation concerns amid early-stage commercialization.

Apple tests critical support level amid tech volatility. Stock performance could signal broader technology sector momentum and investor confidence in growth stocks.

U.S. smart waste management market expected to reach $13.31B by 2035, driven by 14.13% annual growth from urbanization and IoT adoption, though rural infrastructure gaps pose challenges.

Ericsson and Mastercard partner to expand digital payment access in emerging markets through integrated mobile wallet solutions, starting in Middle East and Africa.

BlackRock reduces Pandora stake below 10% threshold to 9.97%, driven by decreased financial instruments holdings while maintaining stable direct share ownership.

Walmart hits $1 trillion valuation with stock 26-27% above fair value. Q4 earnings critical as premium pricing leaves little room for disappointment.

Willis Towers Watson launches a new model to quantify reputational risks from celebrity endorsements, helping companies measure financial impact from endorser controversies.

Scar treatment market to double to $56.3B by 2033, driven by advanced minimally invasive procedures and rising cosmetic demand globally.

Investec Bank disclosed 623,726 NCC Group share transactions on February 17, 2026, ranging from 132.6 pence per share, filed under UK takeover regulations.

Auddia surges on merger agreement with Thramann Holdings, with existing shareholders retaining ~20% ownership. Stock rallied 24% Tuesday but remains near 52-week lows.

Buffett accumulated 9.9% Domino's stake over six quarters, signaling confidence in the pizza chain's strong market position and shareholder returns.