2026 Forecast

Business

Group 1 Automotive Posts Record 2025 Revenue, Navigates Market Shifts with Portfolio Reshaping and Shareholder Returns

Group 1 Automotive capped off 2025 with record revenue and profits, driven by robust aftersales and F&I performance. While navigating affordability concerns and a challenging UK market, the company aggressively reshaped its dealership portfolio and returned significant capital to shareholders through buybacks.

Jan 30, 2026

Business

AI Anxiety Triggers Selloff: ServiceNow Shares Plunge Nearly 10% Amid Broader SaaS Sector Jitters

Despite posting strong quarterly earnings, ServiceNow (NOW) tumbled for a third consecutive session as investor focus shifts to the long-term disruptive potential of AI on the traditional SaaS subscription model.

Jan 30, 2026

Business

Beyond the Headlines: Three Middle Eastern Equities Defying Geopolitical Gloom

While regional tensions weigh on Gulf bourses, a closer look reveals resilient companies with strong fundamentals poised for growth. We analyze three under-the-radar stocks from Turkey, Saudi Arabia, and Israel that are navigating the volatility.

Jan 30, 2026

Business

Olin Corporation: A Tale of Two Valuations as Stock Sends Mixed Signals

Olin Corporation's (NYSE: OLN) stock performance tells a conflicting story: a recent monthly gain contrasts sharply with steep multi-year declines. A deep dive into the numbers reveals a stark divide between cash flow-based and earnings-based valuation models, leaving investors to question where true value lies in the volatile chemicals sector.

Jan 30, 2026

Business

Cardinal Energy's C$95M Equity Raise Fuels Thermal Ambitions, Tests Investor Patience

Cardinal Energy Ltd. has upsized its equity offering to C$95.15 million, with proceeds aimed at debt repayment and accelerating its thermal oil projects, including the Reford 2 SAGD development. The move highlights the company's strategic pivot but raises questions about dividend sustainability and shareholder dilution in a capital-intensive sector.

Jan 30, 2026

Business

Airbus Shares Dip: A Buying Opportunity or a Sign of Turbulence Ahead?

After a stellar multi-year run, Airbus shares have retreated recently, prompting investors to reassess the European aerospace champion's valuation. Analysis suggests the stock may be trading at a significant discount to its intrinsic value, even as it navigates production challenges and a robust order book.

Jan 30, 2026

Business

SL Green Realty's 2025 Results: A Tale of Two Cities as Losses Mount Amid Leasing Strength

SL Green Realty Corp. posted a significant net loss for 2025 despite rising revenues and robust leasing activity. The Manhattan office landlord confirmed a shift to quarterly dividends and is advancing major financing and asset sale plans, placing cash conservation and balance sheet flexibility at the forefront of its recovery strategy.

Jan 30, 2026

Business

A. O. Smith Stock Surge Puts Valuation in Focus: Is There Still Room to Run?

Shares of water heater and boiler manufacturer A. O. Smith have gained significant momentum, closing recently at $73.17. This rally has analysts and investors re-examining the company's fundamentals to determine if the stock remains undervalued or if the market has already priced in its growth prospects.

Jan 30, 2026

Business

Warner Music Group's Valuation Puzzle: Is the Market Missing the Beat?

Warner Music Group's shares have faced headwinds over the past year, declining roughly 5%. As the stock hovers around $30, a deep dive into its intrinsic value reveals a complex picture: a discounted cash flow model suggests significant upside, while its premium P/E ratio signals caution. We examine the numbers and what they mean for investors navigating the evolving music landscape.

Jan 30, 2026

Business

Asian Markets Retreat as Wall Street's Wild Ride Casts a Shadow

Asian equities broadly declined on Friday, taking cues from a volatile U.S. session marked by a historic plunge in Microsoft shares. The sell-off extended to commodities, with oil and precious metals also losing ground.

Jan 30, 2026

Business

Petronas Charts Ambitious Path: Doubling Down on Oil, Gas and Green Tech Through 2028

Malaysia's state energy giant Petronas unveils a sweeping three-year plan to sustain domestic oil and gas output, expand its global LNG footprint, and position itself as a regional leader in carbon capture, navigating the complex transition toward a lower-carbon future.

Jan 30, 2026

Business

Markets on Edge: Bitcoin Plunges 7%, Stocks Mixed as Trump Teases Fed Pick and Shutdown Deal

Asian markets opened to a volatile session Friday, with Bitcoin leading a sharp crypto sell-off and stocks swinging as traders weighed President Trump's signals on a key Fed nomination and a deal to avert a government shutdown.

Jan 30, 2026

Business

Cullen/Frost Bankers Posts Strong Q2 Earnings, Driven by Texas Expansion and Loan Growth

The Texas-based financial institution reported a year-over-year increase in profits, deposits, and loans for the second quarter of 2025. While management highlighted the success of its organic branch expansion strategy, it also acknowledged intensifying competitive pressures in key lending markets.

Jan 30, 2026

Business

Peet's Coffee Trims Store Footprint in California Amid Corporate Restructuring

The iconic Berkeley-born coffee chain Peet's is closing dozens of locations across California, including in Southern California and the Bay Area, as part of a strategic realignment following its acquisition by Keurig Dr Pepper. The move, affecting hundreds of employees, has drawn sharp criticism from workers and union representatives.

Jan 30, 2026

Business

Elevra Lithium Posts Record North American Results While Navigating Short-Term Headwinds

Elevra Lithium reports record quarterly revenue from its flagship North American operation but tempers near-term production guidance, highlighting the complex balancing act facing lithium miners as they expand amid market volatility.

Jan 30, 2026

Business

Everest Group Shares: A Deep Value Play or Priced for Perfection?

Despite a recent pullback, Everest Group's stock appears significantly undervalued based on one fundamental model, yet its premium P/E ratio tells a more nuanced story. We break down the conflicting signals for the insurance giant.

Jan 30, 2026

Business

Simon Property Group's Resurgence: Is the Mall Giant Still a Value Play After Its Stellar Run?

Simon Property Group (SPG), the premier mall REIT, is back in the spotlight following years of impressive total returns. As its share price momentum continues, investors are scrutinizing whether its current valuation still presents an attractive entry point for income and growth.

Jan 30, 2026

Business

Marriott's Stock Soars, But Is It Flying Too Close to the Sun? Analysts Question Valuation After Stellar Run

Marriott International's shares have delivered impressive multi-year gains, but recent analysis suggests the hospitality giant's stock may now be trading at a significant premium. With a DCF model pointing to a 16% overvaluation and a P/E ratio exceeding industry peers, investors are debating whether the price fully reflects future growth or has outpaced fundamentals.

Jan 30, 2026

Business

CBIZ Stock Plummets 55% in a Year: Value Trap or Buying Opportunity?

CBIZ shares have nosedived over 55% in the past 12 months, starkly contrasting its five-year gain. As the business services sector faces headwinds, investors are split on whether the steep decline signals a deep value play or a fundamental deterioration.

Jan 30, 2026

Business

Disney Shakes Up Marketing Leadership: Asad Ayaz Unveils New Structure to Unify Brand Storytelling

Disney's newly appointed Chief Marketing and Brand Officer, Asad Ayaz, has restructured the company's global marketing leadership, creating a new enterprise team to foster collaboration and a unified brand voice across all divisions.

Jan 30, 2026