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Enova International Posts Strong 2025 Results Fueled by Lending Growth and Buybacks, But High Leverage Raises Questions

Enova International reports robust revenue and earnings growth for Q4 and full-year 2025, driven by expansion in its consumer and small business lending segments and a significant share repurchase program. While the financial technology lender's machine-learning underwriting and capital returns strategy have rewarded shareholders, analysts point to its elevated debt load and exposure to economic cycles as key areas for investor scrutiny.

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Beyond the Headlines: Puget Sound's Tech Shake-Up Tests Regional Resilience

As major tech firms announce significant layoffs across Washington, the region grapples with a fundamental question: Is this a temporary downturn or a structural pivot toward AI and new industries? The impact ripples far beyond corporate campuses, threatening the vitality of local small businesses that built their models on tech's explosive growth.

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Paychex Navigates Post-Acquisition Turbulence: A Deep Dive into the Bull Case Amid Market Skepticism

Despite a significant stock pullback following its transformative $4.1 billion acquisition of Paycor, Paychex (PAYX) presents a compelling case for patient investors. This analysis explores the strategic rationale behind the deal, near-term integration pressures, and the long-term defensive appeal of its recurring-revenue model in a volatile market for small-business services.