
AstraZeneca Made a $1.5 Billion Lung Cancer Bet, but Can Zegfrovy Strengthen its Oncology Growth?
AstraZeneca (NYSE:AZN) will pay $600 million upfront for global rights to Zegfrovy, a lung cancer treatment, with potential milestones totaling $1.5 billion. The drug, approved in the U.S. and China, targets a specific mutation and showed improved survival rates in trials. AstraZeneca aims to strengthen its oncology portfolio, leveraging its existing infrastructure and global reach.

Vistra Is the Quietest Big Winner of the AI Power Boom. Here's Why.
Goldman Sachs forecasts U.S. data center power demand to double by 2027, benefiting Vistra (VST), a merchant power producer. Vistra has secured long-term deals with hyperscalers like Amazon and Meta, and is involved in a $10B AI data center venture. Analysts project VST's EPS to reach $10.56 in 2027 and $12.36 in 2028, with the stock down 38% from its 52-week high.

Cooking gas price update in Nigeria as crude climbs
Nigeria's cooking gas (LPG) prices have dropped since June 2026, with major suppliers like Dangote Refinery, NavGas, 11 PLC, and Ranoil offering LPG at N945-N960 per kg. Retailers in Abuja sell at N1,250-N1,450 per kg. Crude oil prices have risen to $94 per barrel, causing market uncertainty. According to DAILY POST, A.Y.M. Shafa depot increased its price to N1,055 per kg.

This Company Has Raised Its Dividend for 72 Straight Years. Almost Nobody Talks About It.
American States Water (AWR) raised its dividend by 8.2%, extending its streak to 72 years. The company, with 1 million customers, operates water and electric utilities in California and maintains facilities at military bases. It plans to invest $185M-$220M this year and recently acquired a water system for $5.3M. AWR has grown its dividend at an 8.7% annual rate over the past decade, with a current yield of 2.5%.

Japan Borrowing Costs Reach 1996 Highs: Will the Weak Yen Hurt Bitcoin?
Japan's 10-year bond yield hit 2.945%, the highest since 1996, while the yen weakened. Bitcoin rose 22% in a week, unaffected. Analysts note inflation data may push the Bank of Japan to raise rates. The yen's volatility impacts carry trades, affecting assets like Bitcoin.

Automakers keep quiet about a U.S. probe into their sensors
The U.S. is investigating Chinese lidar sensors for potential cybersecurity risks, with Idaho National Laboratory testing their vulnerability to hacking. Automakers like Rivian, GM, and Ford claim no knowledge of the review, while Hesai's shares trade below their 52-week high amid regulatory concerns. The outcome could impact lidar suppliers and automaker strategies.