Analysts at BTIG identify mortgage REIT Dynex Capital as a top pick to capitalize on a federal directive for GSEs to purchase up to $200 billion in mortgage-backed securities, a move expected to compress spreads and lift valuations.
Amid a challenging 2025, Cantor Fitzgerald forecasts a more constructive environment for equity REITs next year. LTC Properties, a key player in senior housing, underscores this shift with a major acquisition and a strategic pivot towards its operating portfolio.
The tax preparation giant reported stronger-than-expected fourth-quarter sales, driven by its core services. However, analysts point to slowing demand trends and a challenging road ahead for the seasonal business.
Deutsche Bank sees value in Realty Income Corporation (NYSE: O) despite projecting a prolonged period of underperformance for the REIT sector relative to the S&P 500, driven by a challenging macroeconomic outlook.
A U.S. federal judge has denied Elon Musk's motion to dismiss an SEC lawsuit alleging he improperly delayed disclosing his significant Twitter share acquisitions in 2022, setting the stage for a legal battle over securities disclosure rules.
Iran has formally requested direct nuclear negotiations with the United States to be held in Oman this Friday, sources confirm, as regional tensions flare following a series of maritime incidents and a significant U.S. military deployment to the Gulf.
Two Swedish nationals have been convicted on terrorism and attempted murder charges for a 2024 grenade attack targeting the Israeli Embassy in Copenhagen, receiving prison sentences of 12 and 14 years.
As a group of Buddhist monks nears the end of their 2,300-mile pilgrimage from Texas to Washington, D.C., their message of unity and peace is drawing unexpectedly large crowds, offering a moment of collective reflection amid national tensions.
A Lancaster couple has been sentenced to life in prison without the possibility of parole for the 2020 murders of their 13-year-old daughter and 12-year-old son, crimes a prosecutor described as 'monstrous acts of cruelty.'
Enphase Energy (ENPH) reported fourth-quarter revenue that surpassed Wall Street forecasts, though sales declined year-over-year. The company's upbeat guidance for the current quarter sent its shares sharply higher, signaling potential stabilization after a prolonged downturn.
Davey Resource Group, a subsidiary of The Davey Tree Expert Company, has acquired Georgia-based Cal Engineering Solutions, significantly expanding its engineering capabilities to support the nation's evolving power grid infrastructure.
Varonis Systems (NASDAQ: VRNS) delivered a stronger-than-expected fourth quarter, with revenue climbing 9.4% to $173.4 million. The data security firm issued upbeat guidance and highlighted robust SaaS growth as it advances toward a full cloud transition.
Japanese pharmaceutical firm Shionogi & Co. reported robust nine-month results, with net income growth significantly outpacing revenue increases. The performance highlights the company's effective cost management and strategic portfolio shifts, though analysts caution that future growth hinges on key pipeline products and regulatory approvals.
Texas Instruments is reportedly in late-stage negotiations to acquire semiconductor design firm Silicon Laboratories in a deal valued at approximately $7 billion, according to a Financial Times report that sent Silicon Labs' shares soaring.
As Kennametal prepares to report earnings, its reaffirmed quarterly dividend underscores financial stability. Yet, with shares having rallied sharply, investors are weighing whether the industrial toolmaker's modest growth outlook justifies its valuation and what its capital priorities truly are.
Novo Nordisk's combination therapy CagriSema has outperformed semaglutide in a pivotal Phase 3 trial for type 2 diabetes, significantly reducing blood sugar and weight. The strong results set the stage for regulatory discussions and reinforce the company's dominance in the metabolic treatment arena, amid heightened investor focus on its long-term growth potential.
Investment firm Carolwood LP has finalized its acquisition of a controlling stake in the iconic Indian Motorcycle brand from Polaris Industries. The move, coinciding with the company's 125th anniversary, installs industry veteran Mike Kennedy as CEO and promises a renewed emphasis on domestic manufacturing and brand independence.
Federal and state authorities are challenging a court decision that found Google monopolized online search but rejected stringent remedies, setting the stage for a pivotal legal battle over tech dominance.
Electronic Arts posted a 38% surge in quarterly net bookings to $3 billion, fueled by the blockbuster launch of ‘Battlefield 6’. The results come as the gaming giant prepares for a $55 billion transition to private ownership.
Biotech giant Amgen surpassed Wall Street's fourth-quarter expectations, fueled by robust drug sales volume and a significant tax benefit. The company also issued an optimistic revenue and earnings forecast for 2026, highlighting growth in key products like Repatha and progress in its obesity drug pipeline.
