The Adecco Group is making a strategic pivot into higher-margin HR and talent consulting through its LHH brand, a move analysts say could reshape its valuation narrative amid a challenging stock performance history.
Tree Accountancy strengthens its regional footprint by absorbing Pomegranate Consulting's UK portfolio and key staff, marking its second strategic acquisition in three years as it expands advisory services.
Terns Pharmaceuticals has restructured a key licensing deal with China's Hansoh, gaining exclusive worldwide rights for its TERN-701 oncology drug outside Greater China. The strategic move, coupled with a recent analyst price target surge, signals the company's aggressive push into international markets.
Chevron CEO Mike Wirth signals the energy giant could significantly ramp up processing of Venezuelan crude at its U.S. refineries, following a pivotal Treasury Department license that eases trade restrictions with Caracas.
E-commerce accelerator Orva appoints former Famous Footwear executive Jason Short as SVP to spearhead growth of its athletic and performance footwear portfolio, leveraging his three decades of industry relationships.
Fresh from its spin-off, GE Vernova is finalizing a deal to acquire transformer maker Prolec GE, a strategic move to bolster its electrification portfolio and capitalize on surging global demand for grid infrastructure and power equipment.
Northern Trust announces key executive appointments aimed at strengthening its Canadian asset servicing footprint and accelerating the adoption of artificial intelligence across its investment management operations, signaling a strategic pivot amid strong stock performance.
While U.S.-Asia trade tensions dampened trans-Pacific volumes, robust growth in intra-Asia and Europe-Asia corridors propelled the air freight industry to a year of expansion and adaptation, signaling a shift in global trade patterns.
Chevron Corp. reported a drop in fourth-quarter earnings that nonetheless beat analyst expectations, as the oil giant emphasized operational efficiency to navigate lower crude prices. The company, the sole U.S. producer active in Venezuela, signaled it is assessing further investment opportunities in the country following recent geopolitical shifts.
Despite a challenging year marked by oil price volatility and softer demand for completion services, Liberty Energy (LBRT) closed 2025 with a resilient Q4 performance. The company is aggressively scaling its distributed power solutions business, targeting 3 GW of projects by 2029, even as it manages pricing pressures in its core fracking operations.
Equity Lifestyle Properties (ELS) reported solid 2025 results with NOI and FFO growth, driven by its core manufactured housing communities. While forecasting further growth for 2026, management acknowledged ongoing fluctuations in its seasonal RV business and provided detailed guidance.
The U.S. manufacturing sector snapped a year-long contraction in January, with the PMI surging to its highest level since early 2022. A sharp rebound in new orders and production fueled the expansion, though concerns over future tariff policies and a still-sluggish jobs market temper the optimism.
Despite trailing the S&P 500 and retail sector ETFs over the past year, Kroger retains a 'Moderate Buy' consensus from analysts, who see potential upside driven by product expansion and steady earnings—even as mixed quarterly results weigh on near-term sentiment.
StepStone Group has formally entered the core real estate arena with the launch of its S-Core platform, appointing former UBS executive Jennifer Jones as Partner to helm the global strategy. The move signals a strategic expansion aimed at capturing institutional capital seeking stable income and long-term holdings.
Despite a post-earnings slump and near 52-week lows, Abbott Laboratories' resilient medical device unit, strategic expansion in diabetes care, and a landmark acquisition in cancer diagnostics paint a promising long-term picture for this Dividend Aristocrat.
Albertsons' retail media division opens its first NYC office and unveils a new logo, signaling a significant expansion and strategic push to deepen ties with advertisers and agencies in the competitive retail media landscape.
Goldman Sachs raises Sweetgreen's price target to $5.60, citing policy tailwinds for consumer spending, even as it maintains a Sell rating. The salad chain's expansion and strong revenue growth continue to draw investor attention.
Piper Sandler raises its price target on Kura Sushi USA (KRUS) following an investor meeting, citing potential from recent changes to its digital loyalty platform. The company also appointed a new marketing-focused director as it eyes U.S. expansion.
Despite a modest price target reduction, Morgan Stanley reaffirms its Overweight rating on Wingstop, citing the chicken wing chain's robust unit expansion and system-wide sales momentum as key drivers for its 2026 outlook.
Founder Scott Davies steps into executive chairman role as the Welsh honey maker rebrands to Hilltop Food Group and targets doubling turnover within five years through international expansion and new product categories.
