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CEO Abdulaziz Al-Kathiri said H1 profit growth came from core operations, with 98% retention and new contracts worth SAR 270M. Utilization rate hit 92%; full-year guidance reaffirmed.

Eagle Capital sees ConocoPhillips' Willow project flipping from a cash drag to a generator, with EPS growth in the mid-teens ahead. Hedge fund holdings rose to 74.

The CFTC closes civil fraud cases against Caroline Ellison and Gary Wang, who cooperated with prosecutors after FTX's $8 billion collapse. The agency's $12.7 billion recovery against FTX entities stands as its largest ever.

Naf's H1 net profit hit SAR 5 million, up 199% from SAR 1.7 million. CEO Basel Al-Harbi expects the second production line to lift sales further in H2.

Novagold shares surged 12% after the company agreed to buy Paulson's 40% stake in the Donlin Gold project, adding 16 million ounces of resources. The deal creates a new U.S.-listed entity with 100% ownership of one of the largest undeveloped gold deposits.

The SEC proposed new exemptions for crypto projects to raise up to $5M or $75M, including a safe harbor for when developer efforts end. Comments due in 60 days.

Kim Yo Jong says scaled-back U.S.-South Korean exercises still 'provocative,' dashing hopes for renewed talks. Trump ordered cuts days before drills began.

The SEC's "Regulation Crypto Assets" creates two paths for token fundraising in the U.S., including a $75 million tier and a safe harbor for completed projects.

From vending machines to mineral rights, these 15 passive income streams offer steady returns with minimal daily effort. Startup costs and potential earnings vary widely across the options.

The Lakers' $12.5 billion valuation assumes media rights keep rising. But NFL network pushback from Fox's Lachlan Murdoch suggests the apex may be near.

The exclusive deal brings Marco's patented tile ventilation technology to Eagle's Secure Roof Components system, combining wind-uplift protection with attic airflow.

David Morens admitted hiding pandemic emails to avoid FOIA requests, faces up to five years in prison, the Justice Department said.