2026 Price Predictions

Business

Therapeutics Sector Shows Resilience in Q3: United Therapeutics Lags as Halozyme and Biogen Outperform

A mixed third-quarter earnings season for therapeutics stocks reveals divergent paths, with United Therapeutics missing estimates while peers like Halozyme and Biogen post strong beats. Sector-wide revenue growth and positive stock reactions suggest underlying investor confidence despite regulatory and pricing headwinds.

Jan 30, 2026

World

Trump's 'Madman' Diplomacy Tests Iran's Limits as Middle East Braces for Escalation

President Trump's revival of Nixon-era 'madman theory' tactics—mixing calibrated military strikes with extreme threats—aims to force Iranian concessions without full-scale war. But as Tehran perceives an existential threat, analysts warn the high-stakes gamble risks a catastrophic miscalculation.

Jan 30, 2026

Business

Standex Bolsters Grid Tech Portfolio with $462M Amran/Narayan Acquisition Amid Record Margins

Standex International reported resilient Q1 2025 earnings with record gross margins above 40%, while announcing a transformative $462 million acquisition of Amran/Narayan Group, a leader in instrument transformers, aiming to double its exposure to fast-growing electrical infrastructure markets.

Jan 30, 2026

Business

OneSeven Bolsters Leadership Amid Rapid Growth, Nears $9 Billion in Assets

The Cleveland-based RIA platform has appointed three senior executives as its assets under management soar, positioning the firm for its ambitious target of $20 billion by 2027.

Jan 30, 2026

Business

U.S. Drilling Activity Stalls Amid Mixed Signals for Oil and Gas

The U.S. rig count saw a marginal increase this week, yet remains significantly below last year's levels as crude production dips and completions activity sends conflicting signals.

Jan 30, 2026

Business

Campbell's to Close Historic Cape Cod Chip Plant, Ending a Local Era

Campbell Soup Company will shutter its Hyannis, Massachusetts facility, the original home of Cape Cod Potato Chips, citing economic inefficiency. The closure, affecting 49 jobs, marks a strategic shift of production to larger plants as the snack giant consolidates its network.

Jan 30, 2026

Business

Lazard Beats Estimates on Strong Advisory, Asset Management Performance

Financial services firm Lazard (LAZ) reported better-than-expected fourth-quarter results, driven by record advisory fees and robust asset growth, signaling resilience in a challenging market.

Jan 30, 2026

Business

Beyond the Bottom Line: One Profitable Stock Worth Watching, Two to Approach with Caution

Profitability alone is no longer a reliable indicator of future success. In today's competitive landscape, companies must balance healthy margins with sustainable growth. We analyze one firm positioned to do just that, and two where investors should look deeper.

Jan 30, 2026

Business

Three Mid-Cap Stocks Under the Microscope: Growth Potential Meets Mounting Risks

Mid-cap companies offer a compelling blend of established operations and growth runway, but they navigate a perilous landscape between industry titans and agile disruptors. We examine three stocks where investor optimism may be overlooking critical challenges.

Jan 30, 2026

Business

Wall Street's Bearish Bets: One Undervalued Stock to Watch, Two to Sidestep

Analyst sell ratings are rare on Wall Street, making them noteworthy when they appear. We examine one such case where pessimism may have gone too far, creating a potential opportunity, alongside two stocks where the cautious outlook appears justified.

Jan 30, 2026

Business

Three Mid-Cap Stocks Facing Headwinds: Why Analysts Are Sounding the Alarm

While mid-cap companies often represent a sweet spot between growth and stability, heightened competition and shifting market dynamics are putting pressure on some notable names. Here’s a closer look at three stocks where caution may be warranted.

Jan 30, 2026

Business

Three Small-Cap Stocks That Give Investors Pause: A Closer Look at the Risks

While small-cap stocks can offer unique growth opportunities away from Wall Street's spotlight, their inherent risks demand careful scrutiny. We examine three companies where valuation concerns and competitive pressures suggest caution may be warranted.

Jan 30, 2026

Business

Beyond the Bottom Line: One Profitable Stock to Watch, Two to Approach with Caution

Profitability is a crucial starting point for investors, but it's not a guaranteed shield against market shifts. As competition evolves, today's cash generators can become tomorrow's laggards. We analyze three companies with strong margins to separate resilient growth from potential stagnation.

Jan 30, 2026

Business

Value Traps: Three 'Bargain' Stocks That May Not Be Worth the Risk

While the allure of finding the next undervalued gem is strong, some stocks trading at low multiples may be cheap for a reason. We examine three companies where fundamental challenges could outweigh their seemingly attractive valuations.

Jan 30, 2026

Business

Mixed Fortunes for Banking Giants: Citigroup Lags as Peers Navigate Q4 Headwinds

The fourth-quarter earnings season for diversified banks revealed a tale of divergence. While PNC Financial surprised to the upside, industry titan Citigroup fell short of expectations, highlighting the uneven pressures facing the sector.

Jan 30, 2026

Business

Sales & Marketing Software Sector's Q3: Strong Results Meet Skeptical Market

While the sales and marketing software segment broadly exceeded revenue expectations in Q3, investor sentiment has turned sour, with most stocks falling post-earnings. We analyze the divergent performances of Upland Software, Sprinklr, DoubleVerify, PubMatic, and Sprout Social.

Jan 30, 2026

Business

Q3 Earnings Spotlight: How WillScot Mobile Mini Stacks Up Against Construction Services Peers

As earnings season concludes, we analyze the performance of construction and maintenance services stocks. While the sector showed overall strength, WillScot Mobile Mini faced headwinds, contrasting with standout results from peers like Comfort Systems.

Jan 30, 2026

Business

Beyond the Bottom Line: How Waste Management Giants Fared in Q3 Amid Economic Crosswinds

As earnings season winds down, the waste management sector reveals a tale of resilience and regulatory reckoning. While Enviri's results disappointed, others like Perma-Fix surprised to the upside, highlighting the industry's complex dance between steady demand and economic sensitivity.

Jan 30, 2026

Business

Dredging Deep: Great Lakes Dredge & Dock Leads Mixed Bag of Q3 Results for Construction Services Sector

As earnings season winds down, the construction and maintenance services sector showed resilience. Great Lakes Dredge & Dock posted solid results despite a revenue miss, while peers like Primoris soared. We analyze the key drivers and what's next for these industrial players.

Jan 30, 2026

Business

Beyond the Bottom Line: How Jacobs and Peers Navigated a Turbulent Q3 in Government Consulting

The third-quarter earnings season reveals a sector at a crossroads. While government and technical consulting firms like Jacobs Solutions benefit from long-term structural trends, their latest financial results and market reactions paint a complex picture of resilience and recalibration.

Jan 30, 2026