While passive index funds mirror the broader market, selecting individual winners can dramatically boost returns. Citi Trends (NASDAQ: CTRN) shares have surged 77% over the past year, far exceeding the market's 14% gain, as investors bet on a potential revival despite ongoing profitability challenges.
The healthcare sector has surged 17.4% in six months, outpacing the S&P 500. While demographic trends fuel long-term growth, regulatory hurdles and valuation concerns demand selective investing. We analyze one company built for decades of returns and two where investors should tread carefully.
A new report highlights how small and medium-sized businesses are leveraging AI, hyper-personalization, and sustainable practices not just to adapt, but to lead in a rapidly evolving marketplace.
While tech stocks dominate AI headlines, Welltower Inc. is leveraging artificial intelligence and demographic shifts to redefine senior living and create a powerful growth engine, positioning itself as a unique beneficiary of long-term healthcare trends.
The S&P 500's 1.4% rise in January 2026 aligns with a decades-old market indicator, the 'January Barometer,' which historically signals strong full-year performance. Analysis of the past 40 years shows an 80% probability of gains through December following a positive January.
Corebridge Financial (CRBG) has launched a novel index annuity linked to the Invesco New Economy Index, offering exposure to tech themes and Bitcoin. The move comes as analysts debate whether the company's current share price fully reflects its growth potential amid mixed recent performance.
Barclays initiates coverage of 4D Molecular Therapeutics with an Overweight rating and a $33 price target, citing a favorable industry backdrop with potential M&A tailwinds and shifting focus away from drug pricing pressures. The gene therapy developer also outlined key clinical milestones expected through 2026.
Amid a quarter dominated by mega-cap tech and AI fervor, Pzena Investment Management's value-focused fund highlighted discount retailer Dollar General as a key performer, driven by strong earnings that propelled its stock.
While recent market surges have lifted several names, discerning investors must separate fleeting hype from durable growth. We analyze two companies capitalizing on structural shifts and one whose valuation appears dangerously disconnected from fundamentals.
A federal lawsuit alleging discriminatory hiring quotas and executive pay tied to demographic targets has placed Comerica's DEI governance under intense scrutiny. The legal challenge emerges as the regional bank navigates its planned acquisition by Fifth Third Bancorp, raising questions about regulatory hurdles and integration risks.
Realtor.com ranks the Florida Keys among the nation's top luxury markets, where strict development limits and finite land create a high-stakes arena for elite buyers seeking a unique legacy, not just a second home.
Analysts maintain a bullish outlook on Goodyear Tire & Rubber, citing strong potential in the replacement tire market and favorable inventory trends, with a median price target suggesting a 7% upside.
The International Monetary Fund projects average growth in sub-Saharan Africa at 4.6% for the year, edging ahead of Asia's 4.1%, signaling a potential turning point driven by demographics but tempered by significant investment challenges.
A new breed of online platforms is enabling speculation on housing market trends without the need to buy property, drawing both intrigued investors and sharp regulatory criticism.
While analyst price targets often paint a rosy picture, a deeper look reveals which recommendations are backed by solid business trends and which may be overly optimistic. We examine one fintech disruptor and one industrial stalwart favored by the Street, alongside a retailer facing significant headwinds.
Analyst coverage initiated with an 'Overweight' rating and a $413 price target points to a transformed contractor poised to capitalize on data center demand, grid modernization, and reshoring trends.
Goldman Sachs and Evercore ISI analysts have raised price targets for GE HealthCare Technologies (GEHC), citing a projected market recovery and strong capital expenditure trends by 2026. The medical devices firm is highlighted as a top hedge fund pick.
CNBC's Jim Cramer highlights supply constraints as the primary force behind Western Digital's stock surge, even as analysts raise price targets. The commentary links the storage maker's fortunes to broader semiconductor and AI trends.
Goldman Sachs downgrades iHeartMedia to Sell, warning that shifting audio consumption and ad trends threaten growth, even as the company's TikTok partnership aims to capture younger audiences.
Ethereum enters February 2026 under pressure, testing key support near $2,690 after a historically weak January. Analysts are divided on whether seasonal trends or shifting on-chain dynamics will dictate the month's direction.
