Amid a sluggish housing sector, Installed Building Products (IBP) has demonstrated remarkable resilience, becoming a standout performer in Giverny Capital's portfolio. The insulation specialist's shares have surged over 50% in the past year, bucking broader market trends.
Revvity (NYSE: RVTY) surged past fourth-quarter expectations and issued an upbeat 2026 outlook, driven by robust demand in its diagnostics division. The medical equipment maker's performance highlights a sector-wide resilience despite ongoing softness in academic research funding.
Palantir Technologies faces a critical earnings report as its shares, down 29% from their November peak, grapple with intense scrutiny over its sky-high valuation and shifting investor sentiment in the AI sector. The software firm must deliver strong guidance to prove its premium is warranted.
Kinder Morgan's stock surged 3.9% last week, buoyed by strong institutional ownership and favorable energy sector tailwinds. With institutions holding 67% of shares, their influence underscores both the stock's momentum and potential vulnerability to large-scale moves.
Private equity firm Exponent has halted the auction of UK accounting group Xeinadin after potential buyers refused to meet its £1bn valuation, signaling potential headwinds for deal-making in the professional services sector.
Foundation Investment Partners, through its platform Sustainable Packaging, has acquired Paper Converters, a Walterboro-based manufacturer of spiral-wound paper tubes and boards, marking a strategic consolidation in the eco-friendly packaging sector.
Oracle shares slid in premarket trading after the company unveiled plans to raise up to $50 billion this year to fuel its cloud and AI expansion, prompting investor unease over its growing debt burden and the long-term payoff of the sector's spending spree.
Following a significant pullback, NetEase (SEHK: 9999) shares are trading at levels that some analysts deem undervalued. We examine the financial models, peer comparisons, and the broader sector headwinds facing the Chinese gaming giant to assess if the current price presents a strategic entry point for long-term investors.
As Hot Chili Ltd (ASX:HCH) advances its La Verde copper-gold project and completes a A$40.1 million capital raise, investors are weighing its recent stellar share price performance against a valuation that remains at a discount to sector peers. The company's momentum highlights both the potential of its Chilean assets and the persistent risks of early-stage resource development.
Amid a sharp stock decline, ServiceNow's strong Q4 2025 results and a $9.5 billion buyback signal management's confidence. The deeper integration of Anthropic's Claude AI across critical sectors like healthcare and finance is positioned as the central catalyst for its long-term transformation, even as investors question the ROI of massive AI investments.
Ondas Holdings advances its defense sector ambitions as its Optimus drone gains Blue List status for expedited U.S. procurement, while formally launching its defense and security division at the Singapore Airshow. The strategic moves come as the company's stock, after significant long-term gains, faces recent pressure, testing investor patience for tangible contract wins.
Northland Power Inc. (TSE:NPI) is showing signs of strain as its return on capital employed (ROCE) has trended downward over the past five years. While still above the renewable energy sector average, the declining efficiency and stagnant capital base signal potential challenges for the independent power producer's growth trajectory.
While market volatility tests many sectors, Hilton Worldwide Holdings has charted a remarkable course. Shareholders have seen total returns near 169% over five years, a performance fueled by a return to profitability and strategic execution that outpaced broader market trends.
While the consumer internet sector has lagged the broader market, select companies with durable business models and strong execution are positioned to thrive. We examine three such stocks that could deliver sustainable returns despite macroeconomic headwinds.
As companies increasingly outsource non-core functions, the business services sector has mirrored the broader market's gains. But in an era of AI disruption, only firms with durable competitive edges are likely to thrive. We examine three such contenders.
A deep dive into Guardian Pharmacy Services (NYSE:GRDN) using a discounted cash flow model suggests its current share price is hovering close to its estimated intrinsic value. While the analysis provides a quantitative benchmark, investors are cautioned that valuation is just one piece of the puzzle in a complex and regulated healthcare sector.
As the extended Lunar New Year holiday begins, luxury brands are watching for signs of a sustained rebound in Chinese consumer spending, a key indicator for the sector's post-pandemic recovery.
A discounted cash flow analysis suggests Onto Innovation's stock is trading close to its intrinsic value. We break down the assumptions behind the model and what it means for investors in the competitive chip equipment sector.
Lyft shares have dramatically outperformed the S&P 500, climbing nearly 20% in six months. While rider growth and improving cash flow paint an optimistic picture, underlying margin pressures reveal the intense competition in the ride-hailing sector.
While the online marketplace sector posted robust Q3 earnings, investor sentiment remains tepid. Shutterstock's strategic embrace of generative AI and solid financials were overshadowed by a broader sell-off, raising questions about valuation in a shifting digital landscape.
