Bank of America has modestly lowered its price target on JD.com, following a similar move by DBS, as analysts revise down revenue and profit estimates for the Chinese e-commerce giant, citing weaker consumer electronics demand and scaled-back subsidy programs.
Yum China Holdings, the operator of KFC and Pizza Hut in China, is considering initiating a quarterly dividend, signaling a potential shift toward more regular capital returns to shareholders amid strong analyst sentiment.
HSBC has raised its rating on New Oriental Education & Technology Group (NYSE: EDU) from 'Hold' to 'Buy', following the company's better-than-expected Q2 FY2026 results. The upgrade highlights a robust recovery in core businesses and strategic expansion into new educational initiatives.
Chinese tutoring giant TAL Education Group surpassed revenue and profit expectations for its fiscal third quarter, reporting net income of $130.6 million. The results signal a successful strategic pivot following China's sweeping education sector reforms.
After two decades of trailing the S&P 500, Micron Technology's strategic pivot to high-bandwidth memory for AI data centers has catapulted it to the top of the market, with analysts forecasting a seismic shift in the memory chip industry.
A stunning reversal wiped out months of gains for precious metals on Friday, with gold futures tumbling to $4,800 and silver recording a historic single-day drop, sparking fears of a volatile new phase for commodity markets.
New unemployment filings in Wisconsin edged higher last week, diverging from a slight national decline and highlighting ongoing labor market fluctuations across states.
A couple earning $380,000 annually faces a classic high-cost dilemma: Should they stretch for a $1.8 million dream home now or wait? With a hefty down payment saved but significant student debt, their debate highlights the tension between future earnings potential and present financial anxiety in today's premium housing markets.
Analysts at Susquehanna have raised their price target for ConocoPhillips (COP) to $115, citing a positive long-term outlook despite near-term headwinds from oversupply and soft demand. The independent energy giant also stands out for its robust dividend yield.
The leading U.S. liquefied natural gas exporter, Cheniere Energy, has declared a quarterly cash dividend of $0.555 per share, reinforcing its commitment to shareholder returns even as analysts adjust near-term price targets.
Analysts at Piper Sandler have slightly lowered their price target for Expand Energy (EXE), the natural gas giant formed from a recent mega-merger, reflecting near-term pressures but maintaining a bullish long-term outlook for the sector.
ExxonMobil has begun commercial operations of a significant carbon capture and storage venture with CF Industries in Louisiana, marking a key step in its strategy to become a leading player in the emerging CCS network along the U.S. Gulf Coast.
Franklin Templeton reported robust first-quarter results, with record long-term inflows of $118.6 billion, driven by strong demand across public and private markets. CEO Jenny Johnson highlighted the firm's strategic positioning in AI, blockchain tokenization, and integrated portfolio solutions as investors seek resilience amid ongoing market volatility.
Despite posting a Q4 net loss, Covenant Logistics signals a shift in market dynamics, with executives pointing to rising spot rates, secured contract increases, and a disciplined fleet strategy as precursors to a stronger performance by late 2026.
The White House has backed away from plans to set minimum prices for domestic critical minerals projects, telling industry leaders that ventures must stand on their own financially. The policy reversal, driven by funding uncertainties and market concerns, marks a significant shift in strategy for bolstering the U.S. supply chain.
In a major shift, President Javier Milei's government has formally transferred control of liquefied natural gas imports from the state-owned Enarsa to private companies, accelerating a sweeping privatization agenda amid concerns over winter supply and future prices.
Bank of America extends its partnership with Volvo Car Financial Services through 2030, solidifying its position in automotive lending. Concurrently, the bank joins JPMorgan Chase in matching contributions to the new federal 'Trump Accounts' child savings program, while advancing a dual-track expansion in digital services and physical branches.
Regional airline SkyWest, Inc. has locked in multi-year contract extensions with United Airlines and Delta Air Lines for its Embraer E175 aircraft, providing a stable foundation for growth and improved financial visibility. The agreements solidify the company's fleet strategy and partnership with Embraer amid a competitive landscape.
Visa is aggressively expanding its footprint beyond traditional card payments, launching new initiatives in stablecoin settlements, renter-focused commerce, and streamlined crypto-to-fiat conversions. These partnerships aim to embed Visa's network into the burgeoning worlds of blockchain-based finance and essential housing expenditures.
Amneal Pharmaceuticals' shares have surged over 64% in the past year, prompting investors to question if the rally still has room to run. A closer look at valuation metrics suggests the generic drugmaker may still be trading at a significant discount to its intrinsic value.
