Swiss ventilation specialist Zehnder Group shows compelling operational improvements, with its Return on Capital Employed (ROCE) climbing significantly despite stable investment levels. This trend suggests a more efficient business model, potentially underpinning future growth.
The Malaysian healthcare provider KPJ Healthcare Berhad is demonstrating a strengthened capacity for profitable reinvestment, with its return on capital employed rising to 11% alongside significant capital expansion, pointing to a robust operational model.
AXIS Capital Holdings (AXS) shares have surged 15% over the past year, closing at $103.18 and reigniting discussions about its valuation. Analysts see a potential upside to $121, but the market weighs risks from cyber claims and social inflation.
Amid a steep 60% annual share price decline, investment firm Chicago Capital has significantly reduced its position in PROCEPT BioRobotics, a developer of robotic systems for urological surgery, signaling a portfolio risk reassessment.
Orchid Island Capital (ORC) reported robust fourth-quarter earnings, driven by a stable interest rate environment, tightening mortgage spreads, and lower funding costs. The REIT continued its strategic pivot into higher-coupon mortgage pools with built-in prepayment protection.
Facing what its CEO calls one of the industry's toughest cycles, LyondellBasell reported weathering 2025 through aggressive cost control and working capital management. The chemical giant outlined a path to generate an additional $1.3 billion in cash by end-2026, even as it prepares to divest European assets and scales back circular economy spending.
Invesco Mortgage Capital (IVR) posted robust fourth-quarter results, buoyed by a calmer interest rate environment and outperformance in agency mortgage-backed securities. Executives detailed strategic portfolio positioning amid spread tightening and signaled cautious optimism for the year ahead.
Singapore-listed construction firm Keong Hong Holdings reports a significant 42% rise in returns on capital employed over five years, signaling improved operational efficiency even as its asset base shrinks.
Following a strategic adjustment to its share capital structure, China's leading online recruitment platform Kanzhun Limited sees sustained bullish sentiment from Wall Street, with a majority of analysts maintaining Buy ratings and forecasting significant upside.
Investment firm Berkeley Capital has established a new $3.8 million stake in financial data provider Morningstar, signaling a potential vote of confidence in the company amidst a significant share price decline and industry-wide AI uncertainty.
Investment firm Elevation Capital has significantly increased its stake in the VanEck Fallen Angel High Yield Bond ETF (ANGL), a fund targeting corporate bonds downgraded from investment grade, signaling a strategic bet on higher yields in a shifting credit environment.
B.Riley initiates coverage on BrightSpire Capital (BRSP) with a Buy rating, highlighting its robust cash position and improved credit quality as key drivers for future loan originations, while its stock trades at a discount to book value.
Investment firm Giverny Capital has sold its entire position in used-car retailer CarMax, a holding of several years, as detailed in its Q4 2025 investor letter. The move highlights a strategic pivot away from traditional retail plays towards perceived higher-growth opportunities in technology, even as the firm's portfolio underperformed major indices last quarter.
Despite a 4.7% portfolio contribution from Alphabet (GOOG), Giverny Capital Asset Management's 2025 returns trailed the broader market, highlighting the challenges of a strategy focused on niche leaders amid a tech-dominated rally.
Annaly Capital Management capped off a robust 2025 with a fourth-quarter economic return of 8.6%, driven by a constructive fixed-income environment and growth across its core strategies. The mortgage REIT highlighted conservative leverage, a secure dividend, and strategic capital deployment as it navigates evolving market conditions.
Despite a weaker-than-expected volume environment, Norfolk Southern reported in-line cost performance for Q4 and highlighted significant strides in operational safety and efficiency. Executives pointed to a pivotal year of structural change while outlining cost and capital expenditure guidance for 2026.
Axis Capital (AXS) reported robust 2025 results, marked by record premiums and its best underwriting performance in over a decade. While outlining a confident growth trajectory, executives struck a cautious note on cyber insurance and reinsurance headwinds for the coming year.
The Malaysian software firm AppAsia Berhad (KLSE:APPASIA) is showing signs of a sustainable recovery, with key profitability metrics turning positive after years of struggle. Investors are taking note as the company begins to generate returns from reinvested capital.
Investment firm Monument Capital Management has completely exited its position in Grand Canyon Education, selling 19,133 shares. The move comes as the education services provider navigates legal challenges and market underperformance.
Shares of Brookdale Senior Living (BKD) climbed over 7% after RBC Capital reaffirmed its confidence in the company's long-term prospects, citing strong industry tailwinds and improved operational positioning.
