Mahathir Bayena

Viking Therapeutics (NASDAQ:VKTX) shares were in focus Monday after the company announced the peer-reviewed publication of its Phase 2 VENTURE study results, reinforcing the weight-loss potential of its lead candidate as it enters a pivotal year of Phase 3 testing.

Bellevue, Washington-based Savers Value Village (NYSE:SVV), a leading operator of for-profit thrift stores focused on second-hand apparel, home goods, and accessories, announced preliminary, unaudited net sales results for the fourteen-week fourth quarter and fifty-three-week fiscal year ended January 3, 2026, in connection with its participation in the ICR Conference January 12-14, 2026.

Natera (NASDAQ:NTRA), a global leader in cell-free DNA testing and precision medicine, released preliminary unaudited financial and operational results for the fourth quarter and full year ended December 31, 2025.

Stablecoin adoption in Venezuela and Iran highlights how Tether can both protect citizens and aid sanctions evasion.

China has accused the US of secretly seizing billions in bitcoin from an alleged scam kingpin years before announcing a forfeiture.

Trump has warned Cuba to make a deal as the US moves to halt Venezuelan oil flows and ramps up pressure on Havana.

Falling Ethereum sentiment is mirroring conditions seen before its previous major price surge, Santiment says.

India has introduced stricter KYC requirements for crypto users as regulators intensify oversight of digital asset platforms.

Colombia is rolling out tougher crypto tax reporting rules as it aligns with international standards on digital asset transparency.

Sandfire Resources (ASX:SFR) has released a preliminary operational update ahead of its December 2025 quarterly report, scheduled for Jan. 22.