A growing financial strategy known as 'soft switching'—opening new bank accounts without closing old ones—is gaining traction. Experts say it can unlock higher yields, better features, and greater flexibility, but requires careful management to avoid pitfalls.
Facing rising postpaid churn and prepaid losses, AT&T is aggressively pushing bundled phone and internet packages as its core retention strategy, betting that convergence can stem the tide of subscribers fleeing to rivals and cable companies.
MKS Instruments' recent €1 billion debt offering to refinance its balance sheet arrives as its stock rides a powerful rally, forcing investors to weigh strong operational momentum against a valuation that appears stretched.
The global professional services firm reported 6% organic revenue growth for the second consecutive year, fueled by its Aon United strategy and strategic acquisitions like NFP. With $7 billion in available capital, Aon is poised to accelerate investments in high-growth areas, notably the burgeoning data center and alternative capital markets.
Compass Point initiates coverage on Orchid Island Capital (ORC) with a Neutral rating, citing concerns that the REIT's high dividend payouts could constrain its per-share book value appreciation despite its current undervaluation.
The advisory firm sold a $3.4 million portion of its First Trust Managed Municipal ETF (FMB) holding while maintaining a core $16 million position, signaling a potential tactical adjustment within a tax-advantaged income strategy.
As Verizon Communications navigates a $29 million ESOP share registration and heightened regulatory scrutiny of its $20 billion Frontier fiber acquisition, analysts are increasingly framing the telecom giant as a high-yield, bond-proxy utility. With heavy debt and dividend commitments constraining flexibility, the company's strategic moves are being watched for signs of how it will balance growth with its new, more regulated profile.
As trillion-dollar AI infrastructure spending fuels concerns of a market bubble, long-term investors are questioning whether broad index funds like the Vanguard S&P 500 ETF still offer a safe harbor.
KeyCorp's latest quarterly results beat expectations, fueled by higher net interest income and a return to full-year profitability. The regional bank also completed a $200 million share buyback and issued $750 million in new debt, while refreshing its board. Analysts suggest these moves fine-tune the bank's strategy rather than radically alter its investment narrative.
While flashy, unprofitable tech stocks often dominate headlines, German thermal management specialist technotrans demonstrates that disciplined earnings growth and reasonable executive compensation can build a more sustainable investment case, as its EPS and margins climb.
Arthur J. Gallagher & Co. reported robust fourth-quarter and full-year 2025 results, driven by a dual organic and acquisition growth strategy. The insurance broker sees continued momentum into 2026, navigating a mixed pricing environment and leveraging its recent mega-merger with Assured Partners.
While analysts project another year of strong gains for the S&P 500, two key long-term valuation metrics are flashing red, reaching levels historically associated with major market downturns.
GameStop shares rallied over 6% after CEO Ryan Cohen outlined a bold vision to transform the struggling retailer into a consumer sector powerhouse through strategic M&A, leveraging its substantial cash reserves.
The actively managed Schwab Core Bond ETF (SCCR), launched in early 2025, is gaining attention for its monthly distributions and a current yield of 4.32%. The fund focuses on high-quality U.S. dollar-denominated debt, offering retirees and other investors a potential source of predictable income in a shifting rate environment.
Despite solid revenue growth, Microvast Holdings (NASDAQ: MVST) has seen its share price collapse over the past five years, erasing billions in market value and testing the patience of long-term investors.
While the energy sector retrenched amid falling crude prices, ExxonMobil executed a massive $20 billion share repurchase program in 2025, underlining its financial muscle and commitment to shareholder returns. The oil giant also reported earnings that beat estimates, driven by record production in the Permian Basin and Guyana, even as it takes a hardline stance on reinvesting in Venezuela.
Hess Midstream Partners (HESM) capped off 2025 with robust operational results and the completion of its core infrastructure build-out. Management now signals a sharp pivot towards capital discipline, forecasting significantly lower spending through 2028 to fuel growing shareholder returns, even as severe winter weather tempers near-term volume expectations.
Devon Energy's stock sees modest gains while Coterra dips following their $58 billion merger announcement, a deal that will relocate Devon's headquarters from Oklahoma City to Houston by 2026.
NAPCO Security Technologies (NSSC) reported strong fiscal second-quarter results, with record revenue and expanding profitability. The company highlighted the sustained momentum of its high-margin recurring service model and announced a dividend increase.
Saudi Arabia unveils a new national strategy aiming to attract $64 billion in private investment by 2030 through over 220 public-private partnerships across key sectors, marking a significant shift in its economic model amid broader spending reassessments.
