A sharp reversal in gold and silver prices, coupled with a slide in Bitcoin and Asian equities, rattled investors at the start of February, raising questions about the sustainability of recent market rallies.
While Colgate-Palmolive's stock has trailed the S&P 500 over the past year, Wall Street analysts see a resilient business model and strong international presence supporting long-term growth, maintaining a 'Moderate Buy' consensus.
Target's Michael Fiddelke and Walmart's John Furner step into the CEO role, outlining priorities to reinvigorate growth and customer loyalty amid operational and social challenges.
Wells Fargo's board has approved a 28% compensation increase for CEO Charlie Scharf, bringing his total package to $40 million for the past year. The move comes as the bank marks a pivotal turnaround, with major federal penalties lifted and its transformation under Scharf's leadership cited as justification for the raise.
Meta Platforms' relentless investment in artificial intelligence infrastructure is set to drive capital expenditures to unprecedented levels in 2026, raising questions about long-term returns for the cash-rich tech giant.
Facing pressure from both investors and regulators, banks and wealth managers are turning to pass-through voting mechanisms to reclaim shareholder influence and align stewardship with client values, even within passively managed funds.
Turkish energy firm Reges Elektrik has completed its acquisition of Tuşpa Enerji, unlocking the start of operations at the 70MW Demirli Wind Power Project in Kırşehir and marking its strategic shift into large-scale power generation.
As the Federal Reserve prepares for a potential policy shift in 2026, analysts flag real estate, financials, energy, and consumer discretionary as vulnerable sectors. Structural challenges and changing macroeconomic conditions could pressure performance despite broader market gains.
Despite a volatile post-earnings reaction, Invesco Ltd. maintains robust analyst support with upgraded ratings and bullish price targets, as the asset manager's strategic moves and inflows fuel optimism.
The parent company of Fatburger and Round Table Pizza, along with its Twin Hospitality spinoff, will be removed from the Nasdaq exchange effective February 4, transitioning to the over-the-counter market following Chapter 11 filings and over $1 billion in debt.
The grocery sector begins 2026 with significant executive turnover, including leadership changes at Lidl US, The Save Mart Companies, and a major realignment within Walmart's top ranks ahead of its CEO transition.
Ark Invest's founder bolstered positions in key holdings across e-commerce, fintech, and cryptocurrency sectors ahead of major earnings reports, signaling confidence amidst market volatility.
A volatile January has underscored a stark shift for investors: political shocks emanating from Washington now pose a greater threat to portfolios than traditional economic or earnings concerns, reshaping risk calculus across global markets.
As the 2027 deadline for Swift's Case Management standard approaches, banks face a strategic inflection point. Early adopters of native processing are poised to unlock operational resilience and revenue growth, while laggards risk entrenched inefficiency and competitive decline.
Apple's acquisition of Israeli AI audio startup Q.ai signals a deeper push into biometric wearables, as the tech giant reportedly reshuffles its 2026 roadmap to prioritize premium iPhones—including a long-rumored foldable model—while navigating ongoing component shortages.
Shares of Coastal Financial (CCB) have retreated sharply from recent highs, reigniting the debate over the fintech-focused bank's premium valuation. While long-term performance remains strong, current momentum is fading, leaving investors to weigh high growth expectations against traditional valuation metrics.
Equinor's stock has gained ground over the past month, yet a detailed fair value analysis suggests the Norwegian energy giant may be trading at a premium. Investors are weighing strong long-term momentum against future headwinds from the green shift.
Specialty insurer Kinsale Capital Group continues to outpace broader industry growth in key metrics, driven by its focus on underserved, higher-risk markets. However, its premium valuation and recent stock volatility have intensified debate among investors about its long-term sustainability.
Despite a sharp sell-off in its shares, HubSpot reports a surge in new contract signings and projects an expanding free cash flow margin, signaling underlying operational strength even as investors remain wary.
Despite a post-earnings sell-off, Netflix's burgeoning advertising business is laying the groundwork for sustained profit growth, presenting a potential value entry for long-term investors.
