NAPCO Security Technologies (NSSC) reported strong fiscal second-quarter results, with record revenue and expanding profitability. The company highlighted the sustained momentum of its high-margin recurring service model and announced a dividend increase.
A powerful but uncommon shift in market leadership is underway as small-caps, energy, and value stocks drive gains. While a sign of health, historical parallels to similar 'breadth' events often coincided with economic stress.
Despite OPEC+ maintaining production cuts, crude benchmarks fell sharply on Monday, pulling energy stocks like ConocoPhillips down with them as immediate fears of a supply disruption in the Persian Gulf subsided.
Barrick Gold Corporation is strategically ramping up gold production to capitalize on high prices while simultaneously expanding its copper portfolio as a long-term hedge. The mining giant is also channeling robust profits back to investors through enhanced dividends and buybacks, following a period of stellar stock performance.
A relentless focus on dividend yield may have led retirees and income investors to overlook one of the market's top performers. The Invesco NASDAQ 100 ETF (QQQM), with its scant 0.51% yield, has delivered over 108% total returns since inception by betting on growth, not income—a stark lesson in opportunity cost.
Wall Street's top analysts made waves Monday with revised ratings on key stocks, highlighting a growing divergence in tech and retail outlooks as earnings season approaches.
Pzena Investment Management's latest quarterly commentary reveals its Focused Value Strategy lagged behind the broader value index in Q4 2025, with agricultural sciences firm FMC Corporation highlighted as a key underperformer amid a market dominated by AI and mega-cap stocks.
Pzena Investment Management's Focused Value Strategy lagged behind its benchmark in Q4 2025, with semiconductor firm Skyworks Solutions cited as a key detractor. The fund's commentary highlights the challenges for value investing in a market dominated by AI and mega-cap stocks.
Investment firm Curreen Capital posted strong 2025 results, crediting its focus on undervalued 'ugly duckling' stocks. The fund's latest letter spotlights VF Corporation (VFC), the embattled owner of Vans and The North Face, as a potential turnaround play despite its shares falling over 20% in the past year.
A retired couple in their early 70s, living on Social Security and pensions with a paid-off home and nearly $1 million in investments, faces a common but critical financial crossroads: should they fund $50,000-$60,000 in home renovations by taking out a loan or by selling stocks? Experts weigh the tax implications, market risks, and lifestyle factors unique to later-life financial planning.
Shares of semiconductor leader Analog Devices, Inc. (NASDAQ: ADI) have surged 103% in the past five years, with total shareholder return reaching 121% when dividends are factored in. The performance highlights robust investor confidence amid steady earnings growth and a favorable market outlook for the chip sector.
A combination of moderating inflation and resilient corporate earnings is setting the stage for sustained stability in stock markets, with the recent rally now encompassing small-caps, value stocks, and multiple sectors.
Swiss healthcare group Galenica has delivered robust returns for long-term shareholders, with a total return of 90% over five years, significantly outpacing the broader market. While recent performance has moderated, the stock's journey highlights the value of consistent earnings growth and dividends.
While small-cap stocks offer potential for high returns ahead of Wall Street coverage, their lack of scale compared to larger rivals introduces significant risk. We analyze one contender with strong prospects and two that may disappoint.
While large-cap stocks dominate markets with their scale, some industry titans are struggling to find new avenues for expansion. We examine three household names where valuation concerns and growth constraints signal potential underperformance.
In turbulent markets, volatility presents both opportunity and peril. We analyze three stocks with high betas: one showing potential in the freelance revolution, while two others face significant headwinds despite their roles in infrastructure and auto tech.
While a strong cash position often signals financial health, it can also mask underlying business challenges. We analyze three cash-heavy stocks, highlighting one standout opportunity and two where caution is warranted.
After a punishing year for many restaurant stocks, a seismic shift is underway. As inflation-weary diners become more selective, value and experience are trumping category labels, driving a surprising resurgence in casual dining while challenging the fast-casual model.
While small-cap stocks offer significant growth potential, their volatility demands careful selection. We analyze one standout and two struggling companies in the Russell 2000 index this week.
In a market chasing growth, value stocks offer potential bargains—but not all discounts are created equal. We analyze one company with a compelling setup and two facing significant headwinds.
