While the broader crypto market struggles in 2026, Internet Computer (ICP) is betting its revival on artificial intelligence. Can a 99.5% price decline be reversed by embracing the AI trend, or is this just another desperate rebranding effort?
Citizens analyst Brian McKenna raises Main Street Capital's price target to $74, citing its scale and diversified portfolio as key drivers for steady growth in a shifting private capital landscape. The firm's recent full exit from KBK Industries underscores its successful investment strategy.
Analysts at BTIG identify mortgage REIT Dynex Capital as a top pick to capitalize on a federal directive for GSEs to purchase up to $200 billion in mortgage-backed securities, a move expected to compress spreads and lift valuations.
Amid a challenging 2025, Cantor Fitzgerald forecasts a more constructive environment for equity REITs next year. LTC Properties, a key player in senior housing, underscores this shift with a major acquisition and a strategic pivot towards its operating portfolio.
The tax preparation giant reported stronger-than-expected fourth-quarter sales, driven by its core services. However, analysts point to slowing demand trends and a challenging road ahead for the seasonal business.
Investment firm Evercore ISI initiates coverage on Phillips Edison & Company with an Outperform rating, highlighting its portfolio of necessity-focused retail centers as a key strength in uncertain economic times.
Barclays has initiated coverage on Apple Hospitality REIT (NYSE:APLE) with an Overweight rating and a $14 price target, positioning the hotel-focused trust as a standout in a sector often viewed by investors as a short-term play rather than a source of durable returns.
Deutsche Bank sees value in Realty Income Corporation (NYSE: O) despite projecting a prolonged period of underperformance for the REIT sector relative to the S&P 500, driven by a challenging macroeconomic outlook.
Goldman Sachs initiates coverage on Healthpeak Properties (DOC) with a neutral stance, highlighting improving occupancy trends and cash flow visibility in its senior housing segment, while the REIT moves forward with plans to spin off its senior housing assets into a new public entity.
Despite a recent 4.8% weekly slide, institutional backers of Tabcorp Holdings (ASX:TAH) remain significant beneficiaries of the stock's 35% annual gain. With institutions controlling 64% of shares, their influence on board decisions is substantial, though recent volatility underscores the risks of concentrated ownership.
The Clorox Company reported fourth-quarter revenue that edged past Wall Street expectations, though sales remained unchanged from the prior year. While the top-line beat provided a bright spot, earnings per share fell short of consensus, highlighting the challenges for the consumer staples giant in a volatile market.
Wells Fargo raises AGNC Investment Corp.'s price target to $12, citing anticipated Federal Reserve rate cuts as a key driver for the mortgage REIT's net interest income and book value stability in the coming year.
In a strategic shift, PepsiCo announces permanent price reductions of up to 15% on flagship snack brands like Lay's, Doritos, and Cheetos, responding to economic strain and aiming to revitalize North American sales.
Famed 'Big Short' investor Michael Burry has taken a significant long position in GameStop, praising CEO Ryan Cohen's leadership while simultaneously hedging with bearish bets on tech giants Palantir and Nvidia. The move has reignited debate over the retailer's future and the influence of contrarian investors in volatile markets.
A U.S. federal judge has denied Elon Musk's motion to dismiss an SEC lawsuit alleging he improperly delayed disclosing his significant Twitter share acquisitions in 2022, setting the stage for a legal battle over securities disclosure rules.
Citigroup introduces a collaborative workspace feature within its internal AI platform, aiming to streamline project work and decision-making for employees across the global financial giant.
As a group of Buddhist monks nears the end of their 2,300-mile pilgrimage from Texas to Washington, D.C., their message of unity and peace is drawing unexpectedly large crowds, offering a moment of collective reflection amid national tensions.
Despite a surprise $100 million boost from AI chip sales to China, Advanced Micro Devices (AMD) forecast a sequential revenue decline for Q1, sending its shares tumbling and raising questions about its capacity to challenge Nvidia's dominance in the red-hot AI hardware market.
Match Group forecasts first-quarter revenue above Wall Street expectations, signaling its strategic pivot towards quality and safety is gaining traction. While paying users declined, heavy investment in AI-driven features for Tinder and Hinge aims to rebuild trust and drive long-term growth.
Biotech giant Amgen (AMGN) posted fourth-quarter revenue of $9.87 billion, topping analyst forecasts and signaling robust demand for its portfolio of innovative therapies. The company's full-year outlook also exceeded expectations, though margin pressures remain a watchpoint for investors.
