KLA Corporation (KLAC) exceeded Q4 2025 revenue expectations with $3.30B (+7.2% YoY), and issued Q1 guidance of $3.35B at midpoint — 1.9% above analyst estimates. Non-GAAP EPS of $8.85 beat consensus by 0.6%.

CEO Rick Wallace cited record annual performance driven by leadership in process control amid rising demand from advanced foundry/logic and memory sectors. Revenue grew at a 16% CAGR over five years, though recent two-year growth slowed to 14.8%. Q4 marked third straight quarter of decelerating growth. Analysts project 11.8% revenue growth over next 12 months. Days Inventory Outstanding rose to 235, slightly above five-year average. Shares fell 3.7% post-earnings to $1,628.

Gold (GC=F) trades near $5,400 per ounce after retreating from a Thursday peak above $5,600, while silver (SI=F) stabilizes following volatile swings, as the broader metals rally faces resistance amid dollar rebound and equity sell-offs.

The pullback coincides with tech-led stock declines post-Microsoft earnings and a bounce in the US dollar (DX-Y.NYB) from its lowest level since early 2022. Saxo Bank’s Ole Hansen warns the rally is entering a “dangerous phase” due to self-feeding volatility and thinning liquidity. Gold is up ~20% YTD; silver has surged ~50%. Goldman Sachs maintains a $5,400 year-end target for gold, citing private investor inflows. JPMorgan notes silver’s parabolic rise has far exceeded forecasts, making tops difficult to call.

Five Point Holdings LLC (FPH) reported a Q4 profit of $23.3 million, or 31 cents per share, on revenue of $75.9 million, as of January 29, 2026.

For full-year 2025, the Irvine-based real estate developer posted net income of $71 million, or 96 cents per share, on total revenue of $110 million. The results reflect stabilized operations and asset monetization in its master-planned communities.

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First Business Financial Services Inc. (FBIZ) reported Q4 net income of $13.3 million, or $1.58 per share, surpassing the Zacks analyst consensus of $1.38, as of January 29, 2026.

The Madison, Wisconsin-based bank generated total revenue of $70.2 million, with net revenue after interest expense at $42.2 million — narrowly missing the $42.7 million Street forecast. For full-year 2025, FBIZ posted net profit of $50.3 million, or $5.94 per share, on total revenue of $168.6 million.

Patrick James, founder of bankrupt auto parts firm First Brands (founded 2013), and his brother Edward were indicted January 29, 2026, on federal fraud, wire fraud, and money laundering charges tied to the company’s collapse.

The unsealed New York indictment alleges the brothers inflated invoices, falsified financials, and hid liabilities from 2018–2025, securing billions in fraudulent financing while personally profiting. First Brands filed for bankruptcy in September 2025 with just $12M cash against $9B in liabilities; over $2B remained unaccounted for. Patrick resigned October 2025. The company used risky factoring deals and debt-fueled acquisitions—including Fram, Autolite, Anco—to expand before imploding. A company spokesperson pledged legal action and an internal review, acknowledging “the human toll” on employees and communities. Edward James’ attorney denies all charges, claiming no evidence exists.

Dolby Laboratories (DLB) reported stronger-than-expected fiscal Q1 earnings on January 29, 2026, posting $53.3M net income and adjusted EPS of $1.06, surpassing the Zacks consensus of $0.90.

Revenue reached $346.7M, exceeding analysts’ $332.8M forecast. The company projects Q2 EPS of $1.29–$1.44 on revenue of $375M–$405M. Full-year guidance is set at $4.30–$4.45 EPS and $1.4B–$1.45B in revenue, signaling confidence in sustained licensing demand for its audio and imaging technologies.

Credit Acceptance Corp. (CACC) reported Q4 net income of $122 million, or $10.99 per share, with adjusted EPS of $11.35, on revenue of $579.9 million as of January 29, 2026.

The Southfield, Michigan-based auto lender’s stock closed at $451.24 on Thursday, down 14% over the past 12 months despite a nearly 2% gain year-to-date in 2026. The results reflect continued pressure on subprime auto financing amid rising delinquencies and tighter credit conditions.

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Citizens Financial Services Inc. (CZFS) reported Q4 net income of $10.5 million, or $2.18 per share, on January 29, 2026, with revenue of $44.5 million.

Net revenue after interest expense totaled $29.6 million, surpassing analyst expectations. For full-year 2025, the Pennsylvania-based bank recorded profit of $36.6 million, or $7.62 per share, on total revenue of $112.3 million. The results reflect steady performance amid regional banking conditions.

Bitcoin tumbles 6.5% to $83,405 as a confirmed death cross—50-day EMA crossing below 200-day EMA—signals escalating bearish momentum. Investors flee to gold and silver amid U.S. fiscal uncertainty and yen intervention fears, exposing crypto’s fragility as a crisis hedge.

The coin has shed key supports since its January peak near $97,000. With ADX at 24 (below trend-strength threshold) and volume confirming heavy selling, technicals suggest further downside. Immediate resistance sits at $88,000; failure to reclaim it opens path to $74,000 (April 2025 low), then $65,000. Altcoins like DOGE, XRP, and ADA hit 2024 lows. Over $800M in crypto positions liquidated as Squeeze Momentum Indicator shows no reversal energy building.

Nine Entertainment Co. (ASX: NEC) announced on January 30, 2026, it will acquire digital outdoor advertising firm QMS Media for A$850 million ($599 million), while divesting its radio division and transitioning regional TV operations to an affiliate partner to prioritize higher-growth digital assets.

The transaction marks a strategic pivot toward scalable digital revenue streams amid declining traditional media demand. Nine expects the move to enhance margins and align its portfolio with evolving advertiser preferences. The deal is subject to regulatory and shareholder approvals.

Proceeds from the radio asset sale will partially fund the acquisition. Nine did not disclose financial terms of the regional TV transition. The company reaffirmed its FY2026 EBITDA guidance post-announcement.

Arthur J. Gallagher & Co. (AJG) reported stronger-than-expected Q4 earnings on January 29, 2026, with adjusted EPS of $2.38 on $3.59 billion in revenue, beating consensus estimates of $2.35 and $3.58 billion, respectively.

Net income for the quarter totaled $151 million, or 58 cents per share. Full-year profit reached $1.49 billion ($5.74 per share) on $13.78 billion in revenue. Despite the beat, AJG shares closed at $245.84 — down 5% year-to-date and 16% over the past 12 months.

Arthur J. Gallagher & Co. (NYSE: AJG) exceeded Q4 2025 expectations on January 29, 2026, reporting revenue of $3.63B (+35.6% YoY) and non-GAAP EPS of $2.38 (+11.7% YoY), beating estimates by 0.7% and 1.4%, respectively. Shares rose 1.7% to $249.91 post-earnings.

Over the past five years, AJG delivered 16.5% annual revenue growth and 17.7% EPS growth, with operating margins expanding 140 bps to 14.7%. Recent acceleration shows 18% revenue growth over the last two years. Analysts project 22.6% revenue growth and $10.70 EPS (+23.9%) for the next 12 months. Share count increased 20.4% over two years, diluting per-share gains despite strong top-line performance.

Apple (NASDAQ:AAPL) reported Q4 CY2025 revenue of $143.8 billion, up 15.7% YoY and 4.1% above Wall Street estimates, driving shares up 1.1% to $261.14 post-earnings.

GAAP EPS of $2.84 beat consensus by 6.4%. Products revenue rose 16.1% YoY, fueled by early adoption of Apple Intelligence features, though Services missed expectations. Over five years, Apple’s revenue grew at 8.2% CAGR to $435.6B, trailing Amazon (14.1%), Microsoft (14.8%), and Alphabet (18.1%). Recent two-year revenue growth slowed to 6.3%, raising questions about sustained momentum. Analysts project modest future growth, betting AI features won’t dramatically accelerate upgrades. With 74.1% of revenue from hardware, Apple needs a stronger device refresh cycle to reaccelerate.

Apple Inc. (AAPL) reported fiscal Q1 net income of $42.1 billion, or $2.84 per share, surpassing the Zacks analyst consensus of $2.65 per share. Revenue reached $143.76 billion, also beating the $137.81 billion forecast.

The iPhone maker’s strong results come despite a 5% year-to-date stock decline through January 29, 2026 — underperforming the S&P 500’s nearly 2% gain. Shares closed at $258.18 on Thursday, up almost 8% over the past 12 months.

The U.S. dollar fell 0.29% to 96.17 on January 29, 2026, pressured by lingering doubts over U.S. fiscal and trade policy despite the Federal Reserve’s mildly hawkish stance. Market sentiment remains fragile amid uncertainty around potential rate cuts, geopolitical tensions, and mixed signals from the White House.

Analysts cite President Trump’s tacit endorsement of a weaker dollar and conflicting messaging from Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent as key drivers of volatility. Weekly jobless claims declined slightly, but weak hiring trends are fueling labor market anxiety. Some economists, including Macquarie’s David Doyle, argue the Fed’s easing cycle may be over, with a possible hike by Q4 2026.

Meanwhile, the euro rose 0.5% to $1.196, drawing ECB concern over deflationary risks from currency strength. ECB officials maintain rates will stay steady through early 2027.

Deckers Outdoor Corp (DECK) reported higher Q3 net income on January 29, 2026, driven by robust demand for UGG and Hoka brands, pushing shares up in after-hours trading.

Net income rose to $287.4 million, or $9.82 per diluted share, from $221.1 million, or $7.58 per share, a year earlier. Revenue climbed 12.3% YoY to $3.24 billion, beating analyst estimates of $3.18 billion. Gross margin expanded to 54.1% from 52.7%. CEO Dave Powers credited “disciplined execution and brand momentum,” particularly in North America and Asia.

The company raised its full-year revenue outlook to $4.35–$4.40 billion from $4.25–$4.35 billion and now expects EPS of $17.80–$18.20, up from $17.00–$17.60.

Visa Inc. (V) reported higher first-quarter profit on January 29, 2026, driven by increased global payment volumes and cross-border transaction recovery, signaling resilient consumer spending despite macroeconomic headwinds.

Net income rose to $4.2 billion, or $1.98 per share, up 12% year-over-year, beating analyst estimates of $1.92 per share. Total payment volumes grew 9% globally, with cross-border volumes climbing 14%. CEO Alfred Kelly noted “broad-based strength across regions and client segments.”

The company reaffirmed its full-year guidance, projecting low-double-digit revenue growth and operating margin expansion. Shares rose 2.3% in after-hours trading following the release.

U.S. equities mounted a strong intraday recovery on January 29, 2026, reversing early losses as investor sentiment stabilized amid easing Treasury yield pressure and dovish Fed commentary.

The S&P 500 erased a 1.2% morning decline to close up 0.8%, while the Nasdaq Composite gained 1.4% after dipping nearly 2% at the open. The rebound followed remarks from Fed officials suggesting no imminent rate hikes, calming fears of tighter monetary policy. Ten-year Treasury yields retreated to 4.15% from an intraday high of 4.32%.

Market breadth improved significantly in afternoon trading, with over 70% of S&P 500 components finishing higher. Energy and tech sectors led gains, buoyed by firmer oil prices and Nvidia’s post-market earnings preview signaling strong AI demand.

SkyWest Inc. (SKYW) reported a drop in fourth-quarter profit on January 29, 2026, citing higher operating expenses and pilot wage pressures despite stable regional flying demand.

Net income fell to $28.4 million, down 19% year-over-year from $35.1 million. Revenue rose 3.2% to $978 million, driven by increased flying under partner agreements with major carriers. However, adjusted operating expenses climbed 6.7%, primarily due to labor costs and maintenance inflation. CEO Adam Simmons noted, “We’re navigating a cost-intensive environment while maintaining service reliability for our partners.”

The airline reaffirmed its 2026 capacity commitments but warned that margin pressure may persist through H1 unless contract renegotiations offset rising input costs.

Canadian stocks fell on January 29, 2026, led by a broad selloff in technology shares amid rising global risk aversion and profit-taking after recent gains.

The S&P/TSX Composite Index declined 1.8%, with tech-heavy components like Shopify (SHOP.TO) down 4.2% and Constellation Software (CSU.TO) slipping 3.1%. Investors rotated out of growth assets following weaker-than-expected U.S. tech earnings and hawkish signals from the Bank of Canada. Energy and financials also dipped, though losses were cushioned by modest gains in materials.

Market participants cited concerns over slowing global demand and elevated valuations in the tech sector. Trading volume rose 12% above the 30-day average, signaling heightened institutional rebalancing.