Missouri Sees Sharp Drop in New Jobless Claims, Outpacing National Trend
Initial unemployment filings in Missouri fell by nearly 25% last week, a significant improvement that contrasts with mixed results seen in other states across the nation.
Initial unemployment filings in Missouri fell by nearly 25% last week, a significant improvement that contrasts with mixed results seen in other states across the nation.
Avnet's shares have soared over 22% in a week, pushing the stock above analyst targets and raising questions about whether its current price reflects sustainable growth or speculative momentum.
Once a high-flying cloud communications leader, Five9 now trades at distressed valuations. With new leadership, activist investors circling, and a deep enterprise footprint, bulls see a prime candidate for a strategic rerating or acquisition.
Amid soaring market expectations, ServiceNow is aggressively integrating AI across its platform through enhanced partnerships and strategic acquisitions, aiming to make artificial intelligence a native component of enterprise service and security operations.
Marketing technology firm Zeta Global announces a strategic collaboration with OpenAI, aiming to deeply integrate advanced AI into its platform. The move, coupled with positive buzz from CES 2026, sharpens its competitive edge in a sector dominated by giants like Salesforce and Adobe.
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.
Siemens AG is doubling down on its digital transformation, channeling investments into battery storage, AI-driven industrial solutions, and data analytics while continuing a substantial share repurchase program. This analysis examines whether these strategic moves can translate into sustainable shareholder value amid a complex financial landscape.
Zeta Global Holdings (NYSE: ZETA) is drawing increased attention from Wall Street, with multiple firms raising price targets amid early 2026 momentum. Analysts point to strategic AI partnerships and sector recovery prospects as key drivers.
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.
Ameriprise Financial (NYSE: AMP) reported robust fourth-quarter results for 2025, surpassing revenue expectations with a 13.1% year-over-year sales increase to $5.05 billion. Adjusted earnings per share of $10.83 also came in ahead of analyst forecasts.
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.
Amazon is closing its cashier-less Fresh and Go grocery stores across the U.S., resulting in more than 500 layoffs in the Sacramento region alone. The tech giant says it will now concentrate its grocery efforts on expanding its Whole Foods Market chain.
Citizens JMP reaffirms its bullish stance on Salesforce, citing the explosive growth of its AI platform Agentforce and strong enterprise adoption as key catalysts for sustained outperformance.
Amid a broader leadership restructuring, financial giant Charles Schwab has appointed its CIO, Dennis Howard, to lead a consolidated unit overseeing technology, operations, and data, signaling a strategic shift to deepen the integration of IT with core business functions.
The fast-casual salad chain's stock fell sharply this week, pressured by a broader retreat in growth stocks and a reiterated sell call from Goldman Sachs, despite positive signals from the broader restaurant sector.
Oshkosh Corporation topped revenue expectations in its latest quarter, but profit fell short as tariffs and cost pressures squeezed margins. The specialty vehicle maker's 2026 outlook balances targeted growth in some segments against persistent challenges in construction markets.
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.
Waste Management's fourth-quarter revenue fell short of Wall Street forecasts, yet the company demonstrated robust margin expansion through disciplined cost management and strategic integration of acquisitions, setting a firm foundation for its 2026 outlook.
Insulet Corp (PODD) has emerged as a top pick among hedge funds in the medical device sector, buoyed by overwhelmingly bullish analyst ratings and a price target suggesting significant growth potential. The company's innovative tubeless insulin pump system is seen as a key driver.
Walmart announces CEO Doug McMillon's retirement, appointing tech veterans John Furner and David Guggina to lead its next chapter. The move underscores the retail giant's intensified focus on digital transformation amid strong shareholder returns.