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Ameris Bancorp's Mixed 2025 Results: Strong Earnings Tempered by Rising Credit Costs

Ameris Bancorp's latest financial report reveals a dual narrative: robust net interest income and earnings per share, contrasted with a notable increase in loan charge-offs. While share buybacks and profitability metrics remain supportive, analysts are scrutinizing whether the stock's premium valuation is justified amidst emerging credit risks.

Jan 30, 2026

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Medical Properties Trust Faces Investor Scrutiny as Bullish Options Surge Ahead of Earnings

As Medical Properties Trust (MPW) prepares to report earnings, a spike in short-dated call options and a move to new Birmingham headquarters have investors weighing the REIT's path to profitability against persistent financial risks.

Jan 30, 2026

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ABB Beats Earnings Expectations, Analysts Boost Price Target Amid Strong Growth Outlook

ABB's shares surged 10% following its annual results, with earnings per share exceeding forecasts. Analysts have raised their price target to CHF 60.30 and project accelerated revenue growth ahead of industry peers.

Feb 2, 2026

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Markets Edge Lower Ahead of Key Labor Data, Earnings Deluge

U.S. stock futures pointed to a lower open Monday as investors braced for a flood of corporate earnings and crucial labor market reports that could sway Federal Reserve policy expectations.

Feb 2, 2026

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Truist Financial Shares Trade at a Discount: Is the Market Overlooking Its Earnings Potential?

A deep dive into Truist Financial's valuation suggests its current share price may not fully reflect its underlying earnings power and book value, presenting a potential opportunity for investors.

Feb 2, 2026

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Insider Confidence: Three European Growth Picks Poised for Strong Earnings Momentum

Amid a cautiously recovering Eurozone, companies with significant insider ownership are drawing investor attention. We spotlight three firms—Appear, Storytel, and LEM Holding—where management's skin in the game aligns with robust earnings forecasts of up to 47%.

Feb 2, 2026

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Aon's Q4 Net Profit Soars 136% as Risk Business Drives Strong Performance

The global professional services firm Aon posted a net income of $1.7 billion for the final quarter of 2025, fueled by robust growth in its commercial risk and reinsurance divisions, while full-year revenue climbed 9% to $17.2 billion.

Feb 2, 2026

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Annaly Capital Doubles Down on Residential Credit After Strong Earnings, Targets 2026 Growth

Buoyed by robust quarterly and full-year results, Annaly Capital Management is pivoting more capital toward residential credit and mortgage servicing rights. The mortgage REIT's strategic shift aims to build on its earnings momentum while navigating an evolving interest rate landscape.

Feb 2, 2026

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NBT Bancorp's Q4: Analysts Probe Merger Benefits and Future Growth Amid Steady Earnings

NBT Bancorp met Q4 earnings expectations, driven by its Evans Bancorp merger and wealth management income. While the market reaction was muted, analysts pressed management on loan growth sustainability, deposit costs, and the competitive landscape in a challenging rate environment.

Feb 2, 2026

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Alphabet's AI Momentum and Cloud Surge Fuel Optimism Ahead of Q4 Earnings

With its core search business resilient, cloud division soaring, and new AI deals like the Apple partnership taking shape, Alphabet enters its February 4 earnings report on a strong note, though regulatory and valuation concerns linger.

Feb 2, 2026

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Swiss Private Bank EFG International Posts Strong Earnings Growth, Drawing Investor Scrutiny

Amid a volatile market, EFG International's consistent profit growth and significant insider holdings present a compelling case for stability-focused investors, setting it apart from riskier, loss-making ventures.

Feb 2, 2026

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South Korea's AI-Fueled Stock Surge Hits a Wall as Global Risk Aversion Spreads

The Kospi index plunged over 5% in its sharpest drop since April, halting program trading and dragging down chip giants Samsung and SK Hynix. The selloff, fueled by global risk-off sentiment and doubts over AI spending, tests the resilience of one of the world's hottest equity markets.

Feb 2, 2026

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TransDigm's Billion-Dollar Bet: Do Stellant and Jet Parts Deals Reinforce or Risk Its Aerospace Dominance?

TransDigm Group's recent acquisitions of Stellant Systems and Jet Parts Engineering, totaling over $3 billion, have analysts debating whether the moves solidify its lucrative aftermarket strategy or stretch its leveraged balance sheet too thin ahead of a critical earnings season.

Feb 2, 2026

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CeoTronics' Strong Cash Flow Overshadows Earnings, Signaling Underlying Strength

While CeoTronics AG's (FRA:CEK) recent earnings report failed to ignite its stock price, a deeper look reveals a robust cash conversion story that may please long-term shareholders and point to healthier fundamentals than the headline profit figure suggests.

Feb 2, 2026

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Bitcoin's Fate Hinges on U.S. Labor Data and MicroStrategy Earnings This Week

As Bitcoin grapples with volatility below $80,000, a packed U.S. economic calendar—featuring key jobs reports and MicroStrategy's Q4 earnings—is poised to dictate the cryptocurrency's near-term trajectory by shaping Federal Reserve policy expectations.

Feb 2, 2026

Business

Insider Confidence: Three UK Stocks Where Management Has Skin in the Game and Earnings Are Soaring

Amid broader market uncertainty, companies with high insider ownership and robust earnings forecasts can signal aligned interests and resilience. We examine three such UK-listed firms, from a gold miner to a convenience food giant, where those running the show have significant personal stakes.

Feb 2, 2026

Business

Seagate Soars on AI-Driven Earnings Beat, Bullish Long-Term Outlook for HAMR Storage

Seagate Technology Holdings' stock surged following a strong fiscal Q2 report, fueled by robust demand from AI and data center markets. The company's revenue guidance and multi-year visibility for its advanced HAMR-based storage platform signal confidence in sustained growth, though execution risks remain.

Feb 2, 2026

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Coronation Fund Managers Defies Earnings Dip with 57% Total Return, Fueling Investor Optimism

Despite a 25% drop in earnings per share, Coronation Fund Managers (JSE:CML) delivered a robust 57% total shareholder return over the past year, driven by revenue growth and strong market sentiment, outperforming the broader South African market.

Feb 2, 2026

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Orchid Island Capital Posts Stellar 2025 Earnings, Fueling Investor Optimism Amid Mortgage Market Shift

Orchid Island Capital, Inc. (NYSE:ORC) reported a dramatic surge in full-year 2025 net income, driven by a strategic expansion of its agency MBS portfolio and disciplined hedging. The results mark a potential inflection point for the mortgage REIT, reshaping its risk-reward profile after years of uneven performance.

Feb 2, 2026

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Marzetti's Q4 Earnings: Can the Specialty Food Maker Sustain Momentum Amid Slowing Growth?

The Marzetti Company (NASDAQ:MZTI) is set to report fourth-quarter earnings before Tuesday's market open. Investors will scrutinize whether the maker of dressings and sauces can maintain its recent revenue beats amid a projected slowdown in growth and persistent margin pressures.

Feb 2, 2026