Abbott Laboratories reported first-quarter earnings that slightly exceeded analyst expectations, but its shares fell. This decline was attributed to persistent struggles in its nutrition business and the anticipated dilutive impact of its acquisition of Exact Sciences on full-year earnings.

Rogers Communications Inc. is partnering with T-Mobile to expand its satellite-to-mobile coverage into the United States. This collaboration, using Elon Musk's Starlink technology, will enable Rogers' customers to make app-based calls, send texts, and use certain applications while roaming in the U.S. outside of cellular network range. The service will be included at no extra cost for customers on certain Rogers plans with U.S. coverage.

XPeng (09868.HK) has launched the pre-sale of its new full-size flagship SUV, the XPeng GX, with both pure electric and extended-range variants starting at RMB399,800. This model is built on XPENG-W's SEPA 3.0 physical AI technology architecture, incorporating advanced technologies like Robotaxi intelligent driving and flying car safety redundancy. Chairman He Xiaopeng stated that the company currently has no plans to expand into the home appliance sector, citing the existing challenges of building cars.

LQR House Inc. (NASDAQ: YHC) reported a net loss of $25.5 million in its 2025 annual report, prompting its auditor to express substantial doubt about the company's ability to continue as a going concern. The company raised significant capital throughout 2025 from stock programs and warrant exercises to fund operations and settle prior litigation. LQR House also announced a large acquisition agreement for Fusion Five Continents Securities Limited, a securities brokerage firm, indicating a strategic diversification despite ongoing financial challenges.

Black Book Research's new 75-page e-book, "The State of Healthcare Supply Chain Technology 2026," reveals that healthcare supply chain is a critical board-level margin-control issue, not just a back-office function. The report, based on a survey of 1,335 healthcare supply chain professionals, highlights weak visibility, slow substitute approvals, and manual workflows as major factors eroding margins and continuity of care. It identifies control towers, workflow orchestration, and connected supply chain IT as essential solutions, indicating a significant replacement cycle for supply chain applications is underway to address these challenges.

Energy Fuels Inc., a key U.S. producer of critical materials, has named Ross R. Bhappu as its new Chief Executive Officer. Bhappu's extensive industry background and strategic vision are expected to lead the company's expansion in uranium, rare earths, and other vital materials crucial for the clean energy transition. This appointment comes at a pivotal time as Energy Fuels aims to strengthen its leadership in the sector.

KBC Group NV significantly increased its stake in Tapestry, Inc. by 2,607.3% in the fourth quarter, acquiring an additional 662,263 shares. This brings their total holdings to 687,663 shares, valued at approximately $87.9 million, representing about 0.34% of the luxury accessories retailer. Despite recent insider selling, Tapestry exceeded Q4 earnings expectations with EPS of $2.69 and revenue of $2.50 billion, and analysts maintain a "Moderate Buy" rating with an average price target of $151.

KBC Group NV increased its stake in UnitedHealth Group (NYSE:UNH) by 5.8% in Q4, bringing its total holdings to 593,104 shares valued at approximately $195.8 million. This increase is part of a broader trend where institutional investors now own 87.86% of the company. UnitedHealth Group recently exceeded quarterly earnings expectations and provided positive FY2026 guidance, while analysts maintain a "Moderate Buy" rating with a consensus price target near $363.42.

KBC Group NV increased its stake in Uber Technologies by 15.1% in the fourth quarter, purchasing 421,427 additional shares and now owning 3,213,772 shares worth $262.6 million. Other institutional investors also adjusted their positions in Uber, which continues to be a focus for analysts who maintain a "Moderate Buy" rating with a consensus target price of $105.14 despite recent price objective reductions. The company recently reported quarterly earnings, missing analyst EPS estimates but exceeding revenue expectations, and is making significant investments in robotaxi technology.

Lbp Am Sa significantly increased its holdings in Take-Two Interactive Software (NASDAQ:TTWO) by 298.2% in the fourth quarter, now owning 64,611 shares worth $16.54 million. Other institutional investors also adjusted their positions, and 95.46% of the stock is held by hedge funds and institutional investors. Analysts have a "Moderate Buy" consensus rating for TTWO with a target price of $284.31, despite recent insider sales by company directors.