Chevron reported robust fourth-quarter results, emphasizing record global production, major project startups, and increased shareholder returns. Executives detailed progress in the Permian Basin, Gulf of Mexico, and international ventures while outlining a confident outlook for 2026.
Buoyed by strategic brand exits and tariff mitigation, Church & Dwight enters 2026 with robust cash flow and a sharpened focus on its 'power brands' like Arm & Hammer and TheraBreath, despite a challenging consumer landscape.
At its Annual General Meeting, Thyssenkrupp secured shareholder approval for a €0.15 per share dividend and detailed progress on its pivot to a holding structure, even as it navigates a costly 'year of implementation' with restructuring ahead.
Quantum computing firm IonQ has moved to acquire SkyWater Technology, Skyloom Global, and Seed Innovations, aiming to create a comprehensive, end-to-end platform that controls hardware, networking, and software. This vertical integration strategy targets government and enterprise clients seeking secure, full-stack quantum solutions.
Hitachi, Ltd. announces a ¥100 billion share repurchase and a sweeping leadership reshuffle across its core divisions, sharpening its focus on digital and AI-driven growth. While the move underscores a commitment to shareholder returns and a transformed future, analysts caution that execution risks and a premium valuation loom large.
Specialty metals maker Carpenter Technology posted record Q2 sales and raised its full-year operating income outlook, yet its stock fell sharply. The divergence highlights investor concerns over valuation and the company's heavy dependence on the aerospace cycle, even as demand in the sector remains robust.
Ameris Bancorp's latest financial report reveals a dual narrative: robust net interest income and earnings per share, contrasted with a notable increase in loan charge-offs. While share buybacks and profitability metrics remain supportive, analysts are scrutinizing whether the stock's premium valuation is justified amidst emerging credit risks.
LVMH's recent 0.8% single-day gain to €546.9 offers a glimmer of hope after a period of weaker performance, sparking debate among analysts over whether the market is underestimating the luxury conglomerate's long-term resilience and global footprint.
Solid-state battery developer QuantumScape appoints former NVIDIA CFO Geoffrey Ribar to its board, signaling a strategic shift towards manufacturing discipline and capital allocation as it transitions from R&D to pilot production.
Shares of marketing software firm Zeta Global have tumbled over 10% in a week, sparking debate among investors. While a key valuation model suggests the stock is significantly undervalued, market sentiment remains cautious amid broader tech volatility.
Facing its weakest annual profit in years, Eastman Chemical is doubling down on cost reductions while banking on its molecular recycling technology to fuel a turnaround by 2026, despite a challenging global economic climate.
Netflix shares have tumbled from recent highs amid investor skepticism over a potential $72 billion acquisition. Despite the sell-off, some Wall Street firms are upgrading the stock, citing strong fundamentals and a historically attractive valuation.
First Business Financial Services (FBIZ) reported robust 2025 results, driven by resilient margins and core deposit growth, while detailing a contained credit issue in its commercial real estate portfolio and outlining double-digit growth targets for the coming year.
While fully autonomous robotic surgeons remain on the horizon, the foundational technology and data ecosystems being built today are setting the stage for a transformative shift. Two industry giants, Intuitive Surgical and Medtronic, offer investors distinct pathways to capitalize on this evolving landscape.
TD Securities has turned bullish on Bank of Montreal, upgrading the stock to Buy and raising its price target, citing a more constructive trajectory for the bank's return on equity and its diversified earnings base.
A critical measure of Bitcoin mining profitability has collapsed to its lowest level since late 2024, as miners grapple with falling BTC prices and severe operational disruptions from a major U.S. winter storm, according to analytics firm CryptoQuant.
Private equity giant Thoma Bravo is exploring a sale of Imprivata, a key player in healthcare digital identity software, in a deal that could value the company at up to $7 billion, sources tell Reuters.
As cocoa futures pull back from historic highs, Morgan Stanley boosts its price target for snack giant Mondelez International, citing improved earnings visibility. The firm maintains an Overweight rating, highlighting the company's resilient financials and shareholder returns amidst lingering sales growth uncertainties.
A Goodyear, Arizona woman's attempt to fix her TV's closed captioning spiraled into a six-month ordeal, culminating in the loss of her life savings. This case highlights the sophisticated tactics of modern fraudsters and a dramatic surge in high-dollar scams targeting older adults.
NextEra Energy's unique dual-business model offers investors the stability of a regulated utility alongside the high-growth potential of its renewable energy arm, positioning it as a key player in powering the AI boom.
