The diversified solutions provider faces analyst expectations of a nearly 30% year-over-year revenue drop when it reports Tuesday afternoon, following a mixed track record against Wall Street estimates.
A private gauge of China's manufacturing activity edged higher in January, defying expectations of a slowdown, as export-oriented firms outperformed. The reading contrasts with weaker official data, highlighting a two-speed industrial sector amid persistent domestic headwinds.
Standex International's fiscal Q2 results showcase robust organic growth and record order intake, driven by a multi-year strategic pivot towards new product innovation and high-growth markets like grid infrastructure and defense.
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.
Taiwan Semiconductor Manufacturing Company (TSMC) announces a historic $165 billion investment to expand its advanced chipmaking facilities in Arizona, marking a significant deepening of U.S.-Taiwan economic and strategic ties.
While robust cash generation is a hallmark of a healthy business, it doesn't automatically translate to a sound investment. We examine three companies with strong free cash flow margins where valuation and strategic concerns give investors pause.
Shares of semiconductor materials supplier Entegris have surged nearly 56% in six months, but analysts warn of stretched valuations, slowing growth forecasts, and weak cash generation, suggesting investors may want to look elsewhere for value.
Dover Corporation topped revenue and profit forecasts for the fourth quarter, fueled by robust order growth in climate tech and retail segments. However, shares dipped as management issued a guarded outlook for the coming year, citing input cost pressures and macroeconomic uncertainty.
Honeywell International posts a robust Q4 with record orders and backlog, while announcing an accelerated timeline to spin off its core Aerospace business as a standalone public company by late 2026, a move set to redefine its investment profile.
Standex International reports a robust start to fiscal 2026, with sales climbing 27.6% and a record order book prompting an upward revision of its annual revenue forecast. The company's strategic pivot towards grid modernization and data center markets, highlighted by the rebranded 'Standex Electronics Grid' unit, fuels confidence in exceeding long-term targets.
Standex International reports consecutive quarters of record profitability, driven by strategic acquisitions and growth in electrical grid and aerospace markets, while navigating global trade uncertainties.
Analyst sell ratings are rare on Wall Street, making them noteworthy when they appear. We examine one such case where pessimism may have gone too far, creating a potential opportunity, alongside two stocks where the cautious outlook appears justified.
As earnings season winds down, the construction and maintenance services sector showed resilience. Great Lakes Dredge & Dock posted solid results despite a revenue miss, while peers like Primoris soared. We analyze the key drivers and what's next for these industrial players.
Guggenheim analyst Subbu Nambi raises her price target on Bruker Corporation (BRKR) from $53 to $58, maintaining a Buy rating and projecting nearly 25% upside, as the life sciences tools sector shows resilience.
As SpaceX targets a record-shattering IPO for mid-2026, reports indicate Elon Musk is exploring a potential merger with either Tesla or his AI startup, xAI. The move could create a unified tech and industrial behemoth but faces significant regulatory and operational hurdles.
Waste Management (NYSE:WM) announced a significant 14.5% dividend hike and a new $3 billion share buyback program, signaling confidence in its cash flow strength despite competitive pressures. The move comes as the waste giant continues to invest in renewable natural gas and automation to drive future growth.
The global apparel manufacturer is launching a state-of-the-art logistics center in China, featuring a fully automated closed-loop material flow system. The facility aims to slash fabric transfer times by up to 75%, optimize inventory, and advance the company's 2030 sustainability goals through solar power and waste-reduction technologies.
Planet Labs secures a strategic enterprise agreement with the Slovenian government, expanding its public sector footprint with applications in agriculture, urban development, and disaster preparedness. The deal comes as investors scrutinize the company's premium market valuation amidst growing competition in the Earth observation sector.
Despite a prolonged freight recession, ArcBest reports resilient fourth-quarter performance, driven by strategic cost controls, AI integration, and growth in managed logistics solutions, while outlining a cautious outlook for 2026.
Financial Institutions (FISI) reported solid Q4 and full-year 2025 results, beating guidance on key profitability metrics. Management highlighted disciplined loan growth, a strengthened capital position, and strategic shifts, while pointing to long-term opportunities from major industrial investments in its Upstate New York footprint.
