AST SpaceMobile is moving from demos to putting real satellites in orbit to bring phone service to regular smartphones in places where towers can’t reach. Big carrier tie-ups and early government work add credibility, but the plan still hinges on flawless launches and smooth rollout in a crowded satellite race.Read more

Verve Group says it’s bouncing back after a painful tech overhaul, but the next few years come down to whether those early signs of improvement actually stick. If the new unified platform really reduces complexity and wins back customers, the business could recover sharply—if not, heavy debt and weaker ad spending could force a shareholder-unfriendly rescue.Read more

Pernod Ricard leans on its best-known spirits brands and a push into higher-end bottles as drinking habits shift, especially in faster-growing parts of the world. But a slowdown in big markets, tougher rules and taxes, and swings in currency could still pressure sales and profits in the years ahead.Read more