Northwest Bancshares (NASDAQ: NWBI) confirms a $0.20 per share dividend payment in February, maintaining its long-standing shareholder returns despite a high payout ratio that raises some sustainability questions.
A recent 13% quarterly gain offers little solace for long-term shareholders of America's Car-Mart, as the used vehicle retailer's stock remains down 80% over five years amid profitability challenges and revenue growth concerns.
With the annual self-assessment deadline a perennial source of stress for freelancers and sole traders, this guide breaks down the essentials of income tax and National Insurance. The landscape is set for a significant shift with the incoming Making Tax Digital regime, making this a crucial year to get to grips with the current rules.
Despite a recent 4.9% weekly pullback, shareholders of German-listed CHAPTERS Group (ETR:CHG) have seen staggering total returns exceeding 900% since 2019, fueled by explosive revenue growth. The journey highlights the potential rewards—and risks—of investing in high-growth, pre-profit companies.
London-listed mineral sands explorer Capital Metals (LON: CMET) is projected to reach breakeven within two years, with analysts forecasting a first profit in 2028. The debt-free company's path hinges on achieving a steep annual growth rate amid its investment phase in UK and Sri Lankan projects.
Meritage Homes concluded a challenging 2025, citing affordability pressures and waning buyer confidence. While maintaining a cautious stance on incentives, the homebuilder is expanding its community footprint and boosting shareholder returns, betting on long-term demographic demand.
Shares of Southern Copper Corporation (SCCO) surged nearly 18% following the release of its blockbuster 2025 financial results, which featured record annual earnings and a dual cash-and-stock dividend. The performance underscores the miner's robust cash generation but also intensifies scrutiny over its lofty valuation and the execution risks of its massive project pipeline.
Sumitomo Metal Mining's shares surged nearly 10% to a historic peak following an upgraded resource estimate at its Canadian gold project, capping a stunning 183% annual rally. The dramatic run-up, however, leaves investors grappling with a sky-high valuation that appears disconnected from traditional metrics.
Canadian Pacific Kansas City's mixed Q4 results and 2026 outlook have sparked a tug-of-war between short-term optimism and longer-term concerns, as a new share repurchase program clashes with a year of declining shareholder returns.
Investors who backed Singapore's DBS Group Holdings half a decade ago have seen their holdings more than triple, with dividends playing a key role in the impressive total shareholder return. The bank's transition to sustained profitability aligns with its market-beating performance.
Bridgestone Corporation's shares have delivered a robust 33% total return to shareholders over the past year, outpacing its recent short-term volatility. This performance prompts a closer look at whether the tire giant's current valuation still offers room for growth or if the market has already priced in its future prospects.
Singapore Airlines (SGX:C6L) is demonstrating a disciplined approach to capital allocation, with a notable uptick in its return on capital employed (ROCE). While its current 6.3% return lags behind the broader airline industry average, the trend signals a potential turning point for the carrier as it seeks to solidify its post-pandemic recovery and build sustainable long-term value for shareholders.
A significant insider stake at ikeGPS Group Limited signals strong alignment with shareholders, but also concentrates risk. We analyze the ownership structure and what it means for the future of the NZ-listed tech firm.
Amid market volatility, H&R Block (HRB) presents a compelling value proposition. With aggressive share buybacks, robust cash flow, and strategic expansion beyond tax season, the financial services firm is drawing investor attention for its resilience and shareholder returns.
Facing negative pricing at the Waha hub, APA Corporation slashed significant U.S. natural gas and liquids production in late 2025. Simultaneously, the company aggressively repurchased shares, highlighting a capital allocation strategy that prioritizes shareholder returns over volume growth in a volatile market.
Simon Property Group reported robust fourth-quarter results, driven by record funds from operations and resilient leasing demand. The retail REIT giant is steering a multi-billion dollar redevelopment strategy while returning significant capital to shareholders, even as it navigates a cautious outlook for 2026.
Simon Property Group reported robust fourth-quarter and full-year 2025 results, highlighted by record funds from operations, $2 billion in strategic acquisitions, and a significant return of capital to shareholders. The retail REIT giant provided optimistic 2026 guidance, banking on a strong development pipeline and resilient tenant demand despite acknowledging tariff-related headwinds.
Rambus reported record annual revenue and earnings for fiscal 2025, fueled by strong DDR5 adoption and AI-driven data center growth. While a one-time supply chain issue is expected to pressure Q1 2026 product revenue, management expressed confidence in a swift recovery and sustained long-term momentum.
Woodward, Inc. (WWD) kicked off fiscal 2026 with robust first-quarter results, driven by exceptional performance in commercial aerospace services and broad-based industrial growth. The company reported a 29% year-over-year sales increase and a 54% jump in EPS, prompting an upward revision to its annual guidance.
A high-stakes White House meeting between crypto executives and traditional bankers ended without a breakthrough on the contentious issue of stablecoin yields, casting doubt on the timeline for comprehensive market structure legislation. Both sides agreed to continue negotiations under pressure from the administration to reach a compromise this month.
