The S&P 500's 1.4% rise in January 2026 aligns with a decades-old market indicator, the 'January Barometer,' which historically signals strong full-year performance. Analysis of the past 40 years shows an 80% probability of gains through December following a positive January.
Emerson Electric Co. kicks off its 2026 fiscal year with robust 9% underlying order growth, driven by surging demand for power generation and automation solutions from AI data centers, LNG projects, and near-shoring trends. The industrial automation leader also raises its full-year EPS guidance.
The fast-casual giant reports a second consecutive quarter of declining same-store sales and forecasts zero growth for 2026, citing a strained core customer base and shifting consumer trends.
VML's 'Future 100' report identifies key trends for 2026, highlighting a consumer mood of 'dysoptimism' and the need for brands to master blended realities, micro-content, and value-driven engagement in a complex economic and technological landscape.
A new report highlights how small and medium-sized businesses are leveraging AI, hyper-personalization, and sustainable practices not just to adapt, but to lead in a rapidly evolving marketplace.
Goldman Sachs and Evercore ISI analysts have raised price targets for GE HealthCare Technologies (GEHC), citing a projected market recovery and strong capital expenditure trends by 2026. The medical devices firm is highlighted as a top hedge fund pick.
Ethereum enters February 2026 under pressure, testing key support near $2,690 after a historically weak January. Analysts are divided on whether seasonal trends or shifting on-chain dynamics will dictate the month's direction.
With the 2026 tax filing season underway, many taxpayers are eager to track their 2025 income tax refunds. Here’s a guide to checking your refund status in Delaware, New Jersey, and Pennsylvania, along with insights on this year's refund trends.
Snap Inc. delivered a stronger-than-expected fourth quarter, driven by rapid growth in its Snapchat+ subscription service and a strategic shift toward more profitable advertising. The company's improved margins and disciplined spending have analysts eyeing a path toward its ambitious 2026 financial targets.
Packaging giant Silgan Holdings reports steady Q4 2025 results, highlighting strength in dispensing systems and pet food markets while managing cost pressures and completing a key acquisition integration. Leadership outlines a cautious but growth-oriented outlook for 2026.
The global foodservice giant Compass Group reports strong Q1 organic revenue growth exceeding 7%, driven by sports & leisure and B&I sectors. Management reaffirms full-year guidance, highlights strategic acquisition integration, and outlines a significant addressable market in data center services amidst evolving AI trends.
Consumer finance provider Regional Management (NYSE: RM) reported robust fourth-quarter and full-year 2025 results, fueled by portfolio expansion and improved credit metrics. The company's leadership outlined an ambitious 2026 roadmap centered on branch network growth, a strategic push into auto-secured lending, and sustained tech investment.
Fortive Corporation capped off 2025 with accelerating revenue growth and robust cash flow, as its operational reset begins to yield results. The industrial tech firm issued confident 2026 guidance, backed by strategic share buybacks and a focus on high-margin software and recurring revenue streams.
Avery Dennison reported resilient full-year 2025 results, citing disciplined cost management and a strategic portfolio shift towards higher-value categories. While facing softer consumer sentiment and trade policy volatility, the company outlined a quarterly guidance framework for 2026, emphasizing productivity and innovation in a dynamic market.
A new analysis by The Action Network places Virginia Beach as the fifth most affordable U.S. city to host a Super Bowl party in 2026, with an estimated cost of just over $30 per guest, offering significant savings compared to major metropolitan areas.
Old Dominion Freight Line sees glimmers of a demand rebound in manufacturing data and inventory trends but warns the road to recovery may be uneven, with a clearer inflection point potentially years away.
GE HealthCare Technologies Inc. has issued an upbeat profit forecast for 2026, surpassing analyst expectations, as hospitals continue to invest heavily in diagnostic and imaging equipment amid steady procedural volumes.
Analysts at Evercore ISI project a significant turnaround for Amazon's AI ambitions, upgrading the stock with a $335 target and highlighting 2026 as a potential inflection point for its cloud and advertising units.
Agricultural giant Archer-Daniels-Midland reported a 13.7% year-over-year revenue decline in Q4 2025, missing market expectations, as weak global trade and soft consumer demand weighed on results. While cost controls boosted profits above forecasts, management signaled that clearer U.S. biofuel regulations and a recovery in exports are critical to its 2026 outlook.
Private mortgage insurance leader MGIC Investment reported strong Q4 and full-year 2025 results, driven by disciplined underwriting and significant capital returns. While executives project a stable but flat market for 2026, the company's fortress balance sheet and strategic reinsurance provide a buffer against economic uncertainty.
