Today: 29 June 2026

Shan Ahmed Khan

Shan Ahmed Khan is a senior markets reporter at TS2.tech, specializing in stocks, technology and macroeconomic trends. A graduate of the Lahore University of Management Sciences (LUMS), he previously worked in investment research and market analysis. His coverage helps readers understand the key developments influencing global financial markets and emerging industries.

AST SpaceMobile stock flirts with $100 as Zacks’ “Bear of the Day” clashes with satellite bulls

AST SpaceMobile stock flirts with $100 as Zacks’ “Bear of the Day” clashes with satellite bulls

Shares of AST SpaceMobile climbed roughly 4% Thursday, hovering near $99 amid sharply divided opinions on the satellite-to-smartphone firm’s valuation and execution risks. The tug-of-war is crucial now as “direct-to-device” connectivity—satellites linking regular smartphones without cell towers—shifts from demos to early commercial rollout. This shift has pushed what was once a niche telecom gamble into the spotlight for retail investors and telecom executives alike.
15 January 2026
Telus’ 9% dividend yield looks tempting — but CIBC, SmartCentres and Leon’s are the TSX income names in play

Telus’ 9% dividend yield looks tempting — but CIBC, SmartCentres and Leon’s are the TSX income names in play

Motley Fool Canada’s Joey Frenette pointed out that investors attracted to Telus Corp’s roughly 9% dividend yield should weigh options carefully and consider Canadian Imperial Bank of Commerce for a more stable income stream. He noted Telus has paused dividend growth until certain internal goals are met. Meanwhile, CIBC offers about a 3.4% yield and trades at roughly 13.3 times forward earnings, a valuation based on expected profits. Frenette also highlighted that although CIBC’s shares have jumped since late 2023, the bank’s sizable Canadian mortgage portfolio remains a critical risk factor. Timing is key since early January marks when many Canadians revisit their TFSA, the tax-free savings account, alongside their RRSP, the primary registered retirement savings plan. Telus’s yield remains
15 January 2026
Vale (VALE) stock stays flat as debt payment hits and China iron ore signals shift

Vale (VALE) stock stays flat as debt payment hits and China iron ore signals shift

New York, Jan 15, 2026, 11:22 — Regular session Vale S.A.’s shares in the U.S. edged up just 0.1% to $14.63 Thursday morning, following the miner’s announcement that it will pay R$130.0 million in interest and principal on its 8th-issue debentures. The payment concerns the 3rd series, which matures on Jan. 15. Vale also noted the 4th series is still outstanding.
15 January 2026
Boston Scientific’s $14.5B Penumbra Deal Leads a Busy Day for BSX, VZ, GS, MS and ASTS

Boston Scientific’s $14.5B Penumbra Deal Leads a Busy Day for BSX, VZ, GS, MS and ASTS

Boston Scientific struck a deal to acquire Penumbra for roughly $14.5 billion on Thursday, drawing attention to the medical device sector. This move came amid Verizon’s ongoing outage issues and new earnings reports from Goldman Sachs and Morgan Stanley. The Penumbra deal marks the first significant healthcare takeover of 2026, arriving just as investors seek confirmation that large mergers are making a comeback. With borrowing costs down and regulators taking a softer stance, Wall Street has been buzzing—now this deal puts those hopes to the test.
15 January 2026
J.D. Irving seeks an NB Power grid exit as minister backs self-generated wind power plan

J.D. Irving seeks an NB Power grid exit as minister backs self-generated wind power plan

FREDERICTON, New Brunswick, Jan 15, 2026, 12:20 AST New Brunswick’s natural resources minister supports J.D. Irving Ltd. and other major industrial users in their bid to produce renewable electricity independently of NB Power’s grid—the main network serving most customers. NB Power warns this move could drive up costs for the rest. https://www.cbc.ca/news/canada/new-brunswick/jd-irving-nb-power-grid-9.7044129
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