While major indices hold steady, a search for growth is turning the spotlight onto smaller companies. We examine three small-cap stocks—from insurance to banking to luxury watches—that are posting strong results and navigating unique challenges in the current market.
Facing rising postpaid churn and prepaid losses, AT&T is aggressively pushing bundled phone and internet packages as its core retention strategy, betting that convergence can stem the tide of subscribers fleeing to rivals and cable companies.
MKS Instruments' recent €1 billion debt offering to refinance its balance sheet arrives as its stock rides a powerful rally, forcing investors to weigh strong operational momentum against a valuation that appears stretched.
BHP Group achieves a key milestone with full autonomy at its Escondida Norte copper pit, boosting safety and efficiency for its strategic copper expansion. Meanwhile, the miner contends with the commercial impact of China's ongoing ban on iron ore from its Jimblebar operation, forcing a reshuffle of global sales channels.
Shares in Lloyds Banking Group have surged over 18% in three months, reigniting investor interest. As the stock hovers near analyst targets, a key question emerges: does the UK banking giant still offer value, or has the market run ahead of itself?
Amneal Pharmaceuticals' shares have surged over 64% in the past year, prompting investors to question if the rally still has room to run. A closer look at valuation metrics suggests the generic drugmaker may still be trading at a significant discount to its intrinsic value.
Paramount Skydance is launching a new programmatic advertising platform for live sports on Paramount+ and initiating a quarterly dividend, signaling a strategic shift towards monetizing its existing audience amid ongoing financial pressures.
As demand for AI infrastructure surges, Broadcom's custom chip business positions it for sustained growth, with analysts highlighting its potential for long-term portfolio gains despite its absence from some top stock lists.
Despite posting quarterly results that beat analyst expectations, KLA Corporation's stock plunged Friday as investors focused on management warnings about component shortages, tariff impacts, and operational constraints.
U.S. producer prices rose more than expected in December, driven by the largest increase in service costs in months, complicating the inflation outlook as the Federal Reserve weighs its next policy move.
Kalshi's parlay betting, newly accessible via Robinhood, generated unprecedented single-day fee revenue last Sunday, surpassing the platform's historical earnings from all non-sports events combined and signaling a major shift in the prediction market landscape.
Charter Communications shares surged Friday after the cable giant reported a rare quarterly gain in pay-TV subscribers, a bright spot amid ongoing broadband pressures. The company's strategy of bundling streaming services appears to be resonating with customers.
A new analysis from the New York Independent System Operator (NYISO) links volatile natural gas markets directly to rising consumer electricity costs. With gas fueling half of New York's power generation, increased demand and export levels are set to keep pressure on household budgets.
Canadian National Railway reported increased traffic, revenue, and operating income for the fourth quarter of 2025, citing productivity gains and a recovery from prior-year port disruptions. However, executives warn that ongoing U.S. trade policy uncertainty and tariffs continue to cloud the outlook for 2026.
The thrill of the hunt for luxury bargains is fading for American shoppers as Saks Global closes dozens of off-price physical stores. Experts explain the deep-seated psychology behind bargain hunting and what the retail landscape loses with these closures.
American Express reported a 10% revenue surge to $72 billion for 2025, driven by strong premium card demand and disciplined credit. Executives project 9-10% growth for 2026, betting on younger customers and strategic tech investments to sustain momentum.
John B. Sanfilippo & Son posts record revenue and a 32% jump in EPS for fiscal Q2 2026, even as higher nut costs and shifting consumer habits pressure sales volumes. The snack nut processor eyes future growth through operational efficiency and new bar production capacity.
Primis Financial (FRST) posted Q4 earnings of $29.5M, buoyed by a one-time gain. Management pegs core quarterly earnings near $8M, citing mortgage growth and deposit mix improvements as key drivers for its 2026 profitability target.
Shares of USA Rare Earth (NASDAQ: USAR) recovered Wednesday following a sharp sell-off, buoyed by an analyst's upgraded price target and reinforced by a recent $3.5 billion capital infusion from public and private sources.
As 2026 unfolds, the AI investment thesis is maturing beyond initial skepticism, creating opportunities in both leading tech giants and overlooked sectors. We analyze five companies, from semiconductor powerhouses to regional e-commerce leaders, positioned for a pivotal year.
