News•Feb 17, 2026
Stocks Make More Big Up and Down Moves: Stock Market Today
U.S. equity indexes posted modest gains as AI‑related uncertainty lifted volatility, with the VIX climbing to 22.96 before settling near 20. The utility sector saw DTE Energy’s earnings beat forecasts, propelled by a new 1.4 GW power contract for an AI‑driven data center in Michigan. Meanwhile, shipping giant Hapag‑Lloyd announced a $4.2 billion acquisition of ZIM, forming the world’s fifth‑largest container carrier. Overall, the market’s mixed direction reflects AI’s dual role as both a growth catalyst and a source of risk.
By Kiplinger All
Social•Feb 17, 2026
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This is consistent with all the chatter about the RVOs lately. Darling Ingredients CEO last week gave a range for BBD RVO of 5.25 - 5.6 billion physical gallons. Appears that half-RIN is dead and the compromise...
By Scott Irwin
Social•Feb 17, 2026
AMC Refires $2.5B to Trim Maturity Wall
AMC moving to clean up its maturity wall. $2.5B package taking out 2027 notes (12.75%) and 2029 TL If it prices well, decently lower interest burden. $AMC
By JunkBondInvestor
News•Feb 17, 2026
Exclusive: Tiago Da Costa Cardoso Returns to INFINOX as Commercial Director
Tiago da Costa Cardoso has rejoined INFINOX as Commercial Director, returning to the Dubai‑based broker after a stint at Exinity, HFM and XTB. His appointment follows INFINOX’s recent receipt of a UAE Capital Market Authority license, positioning the firm for...
By FX News Group — Feed
News•Feb 17, 2026
Pelagic Credit Plc: Update on Contemplated Private Placement and Listing on Euronext Growth Oslo
Pelagic Credit Plc issued an update on its planned private placement and intended listing on Euronext Growth Oslo. The company reports strong investor interest and is revisiting the offering’s structure, which could diverge from the February 9 outline. Size, timing and...
By Euronext
News•Feb 17, 2026
Nordea Bank Abp: Repurchase of Own Shares on 17.02.2026
On 17 February 2026 Nordea Bank Abp completed a share repurchase of 404,487 shares at a weighted average price of €16.47, costing €6.66 million. The buy‑back was executed across the Helsinki, Stockholm and Copenhagen exchanges and forms part of a €500 million...
By Euronext
Blog•Feb 17, 2026
Hedge Fund Tips with Tom Hayes – Podcast – Episode 331
In Episode 331 of Hedge Fund Tips, host Tom Hayes examines how trading volume can trigger sharp market moves, referencing the recent "Volume Opens the Floodgates" research. The discussion highlights that spikes in volume often precede sentiment shifts, creating entry...
By Hedge Fund Tips with Tom Hayes
News•Feb 17, 2026
Genmab Announces Initiation of Share Buy-Back Program
Genmab A/S announced a share buy‑back program to repurchase up to 342,130 ordinary shares, representing a maximum spend of 725 million Danish kroner. The program, designed to fulfill obligations under its Restricted Stock Unit plan, will run from February 18 to March 31 2026...
By The Manila Times Business
News•Feb 17, 2026
HII Teams with Path Robotics to Integrate Physical AI Into Manned and Unmanned Shipbuilding
HII and Path Robotics signed an MOU to integrate Path’s physical AI welding system into HII’s shipbuilding operations. The partnership aims to boost HII’s shipyard throughput by an additional 15% in 2026, building on a 14% increase achieved in 2025....
By The Manila Times Business
News•Feb 17, 2026
Qatar PM Arrives in Venezuela on First Trip Since Maduro’s Ouster: What to Know
Qatari Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Sheikh Mohammed bin Abdulrahman Al Thani arrived in Caracas, marking his first visit since the U.S. raid that ousted President Nicolás Maduro. The trip focuses on strengthening bilateral ties, including agriculture and investment, while Qatar positions...
By Al-Monitor – All
News•Feb 17, 2026
PRESS RELEASE: BIGBEN ANNOUNCES IMPORTANT INFORMATION REGARDING THE PARTIAL REPAYMENT OF ITS BOND LOAN
Bigben Interactive announced that its banking pool unexpectedly refused to honor a drawdown notice for the partial refinancing of its senior bonds, leaving the company unable to execute the planned €43 million partial repayment on the February 19 maturity date. The...
By Euronext
Blog•Feb 17, 2026
Consus Ag Consulting Afternoon Wrap Up
The episode reviews the mixed performance of corn, soybeans, and wheat, highlighting soybean support from Argentine crop stress and strong soy oil contracts, while noting Brazil's advancing harvest and modest quality concerns. It discusses the ongoing acreage debate, with USDA...
By Grains in Context
News•Feb 17, 2026
Corporate Health Outlook: Improvement Broadens as Expectations Rise
Loomis Sayles’ Credit Analyst Diffusion Indices (CANDIs) survey shows analyst optimism at its highest in several quarters, driven by stronger profit margins and declining leverage across most industries. Margin expectations rose sharply for both services and manufacturing, while leverage fell to...
By Loomis Sayles — Blog
Social•Feb 17, 2026
Trump Must Accept Limited Iran Deal to Avert Strikes
two rounds of iran talks, very little progress so far. unless trump is prepared to accept a limited deal (focused on nuclear capacity, not missiles or support for regional proxies), military strikes in coming weeks looking likely.
By Ian Bremmer
News•Feb 17, 2026
African Travel Commission Summit Calls for Removal of Border Barriers and Stronger Regional Air Connectivity
The inaugural African Travel Commission (ATC) Summit in Lagos called for urgent reforms to visa policies, border regulations, and regional aviation to unlock Africa’s tourism potential. Delegates noted tourism generated roughly $225 billion in GDP and supported 30 million jobs in 2025,...
By eTurboNews
Social•Feb 17, 2026
Stock Crashes Stem From Multiple Compression, Not Revenue Loss
Fab article about which vertical software will be hurt and which could be made stronger... "But here's the thing the market already understands: you don't need revenue to decline for the stock to crash. You need the multiple to compress. A...
By Samantha LaDuc
Social•Feb 17, 2026
Figma Plummets 83%; Earnings May Be Lifeline
Figma ($FIG) - down 83% from its IPO highs. Can earnings save them this week?
By Hyperstocks
Podcast•Feb 17, 2026•8 min
176: Fine-Tuning Your Credit Spread Entries
In this episode the host expands on Brian Terry’s strategy of entering iron condors one side at a time, applying it to SPX 0‑day‑to‑expiration (0DTE) credit spreads. By using the Trend Spread Engine’s data on high‑probability morning windows, the host...
By Stock Market Options Trading
News•Feb 17, 2026
BP Is Running on Empty As Energy Giant Scraps Buyback Program
BP announced suspension of its share buyback program and raised its cost‑cutting target by $1.5 billion, aiming for $5.5‑$6.5 billion of savings by 2027 to fund oil production. The move follows a turbulent year that saw the ouster of CEO Murray Auchincloss...
By OilPrice.com – Main
News•Feb 17, 2026
Larry McMillan Stock Market Update Video 2/17/2026
On February 17, 2026, veteran options strategist Larry McMillan released a new stock market update video on his blog. In the briefing, McMillan reviews recent equity market movements and outlines option‑based approaches for navigating volatility. He reiterates the importance of...
By Option Strategist (Larry McMillan) – Blog
Blog•Feb 17, 2026
Q4 2025 Earnings Conference Call Recaps: Fluor (FLR)
Fluor Corp reported Q4 2025 earnings, noting weaker‑than‑expected EPS and revenue but saw its stock jump up to 7% on the call. Management indicated that client hesitation is easing and projected 2026 new awards to be significantly higher than the...
By Bespoke Investment Group – Think B.I.G. Blog
Blog•Feb 17, 2026
More Mortgage Competition Could Mean Better Rates for Buyers
Federal regulators are considering easing mortgage‑related capital rules, which could entice large banks to re‑enter the mortgage market in force. After the 2008 crisis, banks’ share of origination fell from about 60% to 35% while non‑bank lenders filled the gap....
By The Mortgage Reports
News•Feb 17, 2026
States Urged to Expedite Capex Proposals, Use up Funds Before March 31
The Department of Expenditure has urged Indian states to fast‑track pending proposals under the Special Assistance to States for Capital Expenditure (SASCI) scheme as the March 31 deadline approaches. To date, ₹1.04 lakh crore has been released, and the FY26 Union Budget has...
By The Economic Times (India) – Economy
Blog•Feb 17, 2026
Q4 2025 Earnings Conference Call Recaps: Builders FirstSource (BLDR)
Builders FirstSource (BLDR) reported a disappointing Q4 2025, with sales down 12% and adjusted EBITDA plunging 44% as large homebuilders cut starts to clear excess inventory. Despite the revenue slump, gross margins held steady at 29.8%, above the pre‑transformation 2019...
By Bespoke Investment Group – Think B.I.G. Blog
Blog•Feb 17, 2026
Volume Effects in Pairs Trading Performance
The episode examines a recent study that integrates trading volume into pairs‑trading strategies for S&P 500 stocks, using cointegration over data from 2005‑2024. The key finding is that high‑volume pairs consistently outperform low‑volume pairs across return, risk, and convergence metrics, and...
By Harbourfront Quantitative
Social•Feb 17, 2026
Adobe at 15× Earnings—Five‑year Low, Consider Buying
$ADBE trading at just 15x its earnings as the stock reaches five year lows. Are you buying? Earnings scheduled on March 12th.
By Hyperstocks
News•Feb 17, 2026
CME Group Fines, Suspends Broker for Allegedly Disclosing Non-Public Info Regarding Customer Orders
CME Group announced a $40,000 fine and a 30‑business‑day suspension for broker Kevin Milan after he disclosed material non‑public information about large crude oil futures orders in April‑May 2020. Milan shared order quantity, side, and contract months before the trades...
By FX News Group — Feed
Social•Feb 17, 2026
Systematic Rental Strategies Build Generational Wealth
🏡 The Steps You Need For Financial Freedom 🥳 Collecting cash flow and becoming financially free are within reach for everyone, if you’re willing to sacrifice and follow a calculated path. Every decision is thought out and systematical, but when...
By Ryan Nork
News•Feb 17, 2026
Hope and Disappointment in India
India’s demographic and economic potential remains strong, but political dysfunction and empty rhetoric are eroding its long‑term outlook. The country suffers from unreliable statistics, a slowdown in innovation, and worsening air quality, all signs of institutional decay. Author Kaushik Basu’s...
By Project Syndicate — Economics
Social•Feb 17, 2026
Fed Says AI Boom Won’t Prompt Rate Cuts
Fed governor Michael Barr's latest speech contains 1) A short part on the current policy outlook. The key guidance: "Based on current conditions and the data in hand, it will likely be appropriate to hold rates steady for some time." 2) A...
By Nick Timiraos
Blog•Feb 17, 2026
HSBC Premier Elite Card Review: 60,000 Points Signup Bonus and $495 Annual Fee
HSBC’s Premier Elite card carries a $495 annual fee and offers a 60,000‑point sign‑up bonus after $4,000 of spending in the first three months. Cardholders earn 5× points on all travel, 2× on dining and 1× on other purchases, plus...
By Doctor of Credit
News•Feb 17, 2026
Dairy Margin Coverage Signup Slow in the Dairy State
Most Wisconsin dairy producers have yet to enroll in the USDA’s Dairy Margin Coverage (DMC) program, with only 1,616 of the state’s 5,116 licensed farms—31.5%—signed up as of Feb 17. The enrollment deadline is Feb 26, prompting FSA officials and risk‑management advisors...
By Brownfield Ag News
Social•Feb 17, 2026
Google Updates Top Holdings with New Stocks
Googles Top holdings was just updated $ASTS $PL $RVMD $ARM $FRSH Other notable names : $PATH $OSCR $GTLB $TEM
By BD Investing
Social•Feb 17, 2026
Starlink‑enabled Drones Become Ukraine War’s Deadliest Weapon
Drones now account for the majority of casualties in the Ukraine War. With Russia improving its strike range by mounting Starlink terminals to drones, Elon Musk has finally stepped in. Full analysis available on Patreon ➡️ https://t.co/LYlet7MIHM #dronewarfare #starlink #ukrainewar #geopolitics
By Peter Zeihan
News•Feb 17, 2026
Iciest Baltic in 15 Years Threatens to Cut Russian Exports
Russia’s Baltic Sea ports are encased in the thickest ice in 15 years, forcing non‑ice‑class vessels to wait for ice‑breaker escorts. The ice surge has already cut oil exports from Primorsk by roughly one‑third, and waiting times for convoys have...
By gCaptain
Social•Feb 17, 2026
Holding Consensus Picks Like APP, HOOD, PLTR Costs Money
If you're still bag-holding consensus CNBC names like $APP $HOOD $PLTR, that will bother your pocketbook
By Keith McCullough
Social•Feb 17, 2026
Flatlined Power Output Signals Efficiency, Not Decline
Demand is what dominates these electricity charts. Supply has followed demand in the US. Stop posting flatlined generation graphs as if they're evidence of US decline or stagnation. They're evidence of US efficiency and a switch to a knowledge economy.
By Ramez Naam
News•Feb 17, 2026
The Fallacy of European Rare Earth Prices
Over the past year European intermediaries have quoted rare‑earth oxide prices that are several times higher than the volume‑backed market rates, creating widespread confusion. Adamas Intelligence data shows that 75% of yttrium oxide, 96% of dysprosium oxide and 95% of...
By Adamas Intelligence
Social•Feb 17, 2026
Ford Pays Millions in Tariffs After Supplier Fire
"Tariffs, supplier fire continue to batter Ford" https://t.co/3FKQwD9ycE That Ford is having to pay millions in aluminum tariffs simply bc its domestic supplier caught fire is one of the better/stupider examples of US tariff policy today: https://t.co/eOL1o1zgXf
By Scott Lincicome
Social•Feb 17, 2026
Speculating Sam's Potential Interest in $HAL Like RPK
Will be interesting to see if Sam @SamofAmerica is interested in $HAL like RPK @RPKent is
By Keith McCullough
Social•Feb 17, 2026
Central Banks Amass Record Gold, China Adds 357 Tonnes
Central banks around the world have spurred one of the largest gold-buying waves in history. The top 15 buyers added ~2,000 tonnes. China alone added over 357 tonnes since 2020. BUY GOLD, WEAR DIAMONDS. https://t.co/8Gm9M05oo3
By Steve Hanke
Social•Feb 17, 2026
India's Solar Overproduction Turns Boom Into Glut
Industrial policy, again: "India’s Solar Manufacturing Excesses Turn a Boom Into a Glut" https://t.co/VEeIUwYmoM https://t.co/r4CohxBgDI
By Scott Lincicome
Social•Feb 17, 2026
AI Firms, Data Centers to Issue $220B Debt, Outpace Banks
AI cos and data centers are expected to issue $220 billion of debt this year, making up 15% of JPM's high-grade bond index (and making them bigger issuers than banks) https://t.co/LPkxfJGhNK
By Gunjan Banerji
Social•Feb 17, 2026
Mason Morfit Calls Market Wrong on Salesforce Valuation
Must listen. Rare interview with activist investor Mason Morfit with @WilfredFrost my favorite part when they discuss why he says the market is wrong on Salesforce @Benioff
By Sara Eisen
Social•Feb 17, 2026
Partnering with Disruptor Boosts FIG 4% Above Sector
In a market punishing software...partnering with the disruptor is getting rewarded $FIG up 4% on the news, outperforming the sector
By Deirdre Bosa
Social•Feb 17, 2026
Iranian Rial Crashes as US‑Iran Nuclear Talks Begin
Today, US-Iran nuclear talks began in Geneva. As the talks start, the Iranian rial is in the tank. It has depreciated by over 43% against the dollar in the past year, making it THE SECOND WORST CURRENCY IN THE WORLD. https://t.co/PORIO6lGtc
By Steve Hanke
Social•Feb 17, 2026
Sold Heavily in 2019, Missed Nvidia's 50x Surge
Well they also sold a ton back in 2019, right before NVDA went up 50x
By J.C. Parets, CMT
Social•Feb 17, 2026
Sanctions Spawn Shadow Fleet, Aging Tankers Scrapped in India
US sanctions squeezed Russian and Venezuelan oil shipping out of mainstream markets. A shadow fleet emerged. Now aging dark fleet tankers are arriving at Indian scrapyards at a record pace. SANCTIONS = WORKAROUNDS = UNINTENDED CONSEQUENCES. https://t.co/GddyWzZwZd
By Steve Hanke
Social•Feb 17, 2026
Wheat Export Inspections Outpace USDA Target by 59M Bushels
Marketing year to date #wheat export inspections exceed the seasonal pace needed to hit USDA's target by 59 million bushels, versus 61 million the previous week. #oatt
By Arlan Suderman
Social•Feb 17, 2026
Balance Reversion and Momentum: Mix Market-Making with Market-Taking
"You have market-making strategies or market-taking strategies. You want to balance across them because market-making strategies tend to be reversion and market-taking strategies tend to be momentum." - Bobby Jain (EP.497) With thanks to @AlphaSenseInc, @MorningstarInc, and Ridgeline.
By Ted Seides