Jan 22, 2026 • 4 min

Software sell-off sparked by AI sets stage for potential big year of M&A, investors say

While much of the tech sector has rallied due to the AI boom, software vendors have been laggards on concern that they'll eventually be displaced.

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Jan 22, 2026 • 1 min

Universities lead the way to a new relationship with China

Also in today’s newsletter: new labour market data highlights the worrying number of long-term sick

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Jan 22, 2026 • 2 min

Spotify's new playlist generator lets you add your vibes, feelings or memories

Spotify rolled out 'prompted playlist' to premium subscribers in the U.S. and Canada, which uses AI prompts and listening habits to make playlists.

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Jan 22, 2026 • 2 min

Rieder odds rising for Fed chair after Trump calls BlackRock executive 'very impressive'

Traders on the Kalshi predictions market raised the odds for Rieder getting the nomination to 33%

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Jan 22, 2026 • 5 min

P&G's weak quarter is a clearing event that sets the stage for a better year ahead

We weren't expecting a strong report, given that roughly two-thirds of the quarter were impacted by the government shutdown.

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Jan 22, 2026 • 1 min

PCE inflation stays above target through November

The Fed is highly likely to hold rates next week with its preferred inflation measure at 2.8 per cent

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Jan 22, 2026 • 3 min

Procter & Gamble is selling diapers made with silk fibers in China as it leans into luxury

China's record-low birth rate means that P&G has to get creative to increase diaper sales, even if fewer babies are born.

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Jan 22, 2026 • 3 min

Fed's main gauge shows inflation at 2.8% in November, edging further away from target

Inflation drifted slightly further from the Federal Reserve's target in November though in line with expectations.

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Jan 22, 2026 • 3 min

Zelenskyy lays into 'lost' Europe for trying to 'change' Trump and not dealing with global threats

Ukraine's President Volodymyr Zelenskyy has attacked Europe as weak in the face of the U.S. and President Donald Trump.

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Jan 22, 2026 • 2 min

We're booking profits in this AI stock that's had a parabolic move to start 2026

We always say discipline trumps conviction, and we don't want to be greedy after a tremendous rally.

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Jan 22, 2026 • 10 min

As Americans buy homes later than ever, Lowe's aims to win shoppers with family events and influencers

The retailer is trying to attract more store and website visits as the U.S. housing market remains sluggish and customers postpone projects.

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Jan 22, 2026 • 8 min

Paramount is betting European regulators won't approve WBD-Netflix. Here's how it could play out

Paramount is counting on European regulatory backlash to push the WBD deal away from Netflix.

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