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.
Altria Group reported adjusted earnings growth and robust shareholder returns for 2025, even as it grapples with a rapidly transforming nicotine market dominated by illicit flavored vapes and intense competition in oral tobacco.
National Fuel Gas (NFG) reported robust first-quarter earnings, driven by a 29% surge in upstream EBITDA. Executives highlighted progress on pipeline expansions, strategic hedging against volatile gas prices, and the planned acquisition of CenterPoint's Ohio utility, while reaffirming full-year guidance.
Karman Holdings (NYSE: KRMN) is capturing Wall Street's attention as a series of bullish analyst calls, including a significant price target hike from KeyBanc, fuel its ascent. The stock's rally is tied to sustained momentum in the aerospace and defense sector, though some advise caution after its rapid gains.
British Land Company PLC (LON:BLND) finds itself firmly in the hands of institutional investors, who control 88% of its shares. While this signals strong professional backing, it also raises questions about stock volatility and boardroom influence in the UK's property sector.
Bank of America has raised its price target for clinical-stage biopharma firm Xencor (XNCR), highlighting a cautiously improving landscape for the sector driven by data catalysts, M&A, and capital access.
UBS has launched coverage of Arcellx with a Buy rating and a $100 price target, signaling growing Wall Street confidence in a biotech sector recovery and spotlighting the company's promising CAR-T therapy for multiple myeloma.
Clinical-stage biopharma Mineralys Therapeutics has filed its New Drug Application for lorundrostat, a potential treatment for resistant hypertension, following positive results from multiple trials. The move positions the company for a potential 2026 market entry and has drawn upgraded price targets from analysts.
Barclays raises Astera Labs' price target to $165, naming it a top pick for AI integration plays in its 2026 semiconductor outlook, while contrasting analyst views highlight the evolving debate on AI's infrastructure demands.
Australia reaffirms its commitment to building resilient critical mineral supply chains and a strategic reserve, undeterred by the U.S. stepping back from plans to guarantee minimum prices for such projects.
KLA Corporation reports robust fiscal 2025 results driven by AI demand, but warns of supply constraints and geopolitical factors tempering near-term growth, with a significant acceleration projected for late 2026 and 2027.
Cathay General Bancorp announces the retirement of long-time CFO Heng W. Chen after two decades, appointing Albert J. Wang as his successor. The leadership change at the $50.69-per-share regional bank comes amid a strong multi-year stock performance and focuses investor attention on continuity in financial strategy.
International Seaways (INSW) is aggressively repositioning its fleet, securing full control of Tankers International and selling older vessels. As its stock surges, analysts are divided on whether the strategic moves have already been priced in or if significant upside remains.
Specialist recruiter SThree plc confirms a £0.092 per share dividend payment in June, offering a headline yield of 7.5%. While cash flow coverage appears robust, analysts point to a history of payout instability and stagnant earnings as causes for investor caution.
Axos Financial Inc. (AX) reported robust second-quarter earnings for fiscal 2026, highlighted by a 23.3% surge in earnings per share and significant loan portfolio expansion, even as it manages industry-wide margin pressures and rising operational costs.
The Atlanta-based home improvement giant announces a restructuring that eliminates approximately 800 positions, primarily remote roles, and ends flexible work arrangements for its corporate staff.
While global markets remain turbulent, a select group of Asian technology companies are posting impressive growth. From robotics in South Korea to digital entertainment in Japan, we analyze the financials and strategies behind three standout performers that are capturing investor attention.
Amidst market volatility, a select group of Asian companies with significant insider ownership are drawing investor attention, signaling strong internal belief in their long-term growth trajectories.
Algoma Steel Group's binding agreement with Hanwha Ocean for Canada's submarine project could funnel up to $250 million into a new beam mill, bolstering national defense capacity. While promising, analysts urge investors to weigh this long-term potential against the company's immediate financial and operational challenges.
With U.S. natural gas futures soaring ahead of a major winter storm, investor focus turns to producers like Comstock Resources. The stock's recent rally contrasts with a complex valuation picture, raising questions about its true worth in a volatile energy market.
