Truist Securities raised its price target on Fifth Third Bancorp (FITB) following a robust quarterly performance driven by loan growth and fee income, while slightly adjusting its long-term earnings outlook due to acquisition timing and tax considerations.
InterDigital (NASDAQ: IDCC) has laid out an ambitious financial roadmap for fiscal year 2026, forecasting revenues up to $775 million. The outlook is supported by a newly inked licensing agreement with LG Electronics and a key smartphone renewal, signaling strong momentum in its patent portfolio.
HubSpot (NYSE: HUBS) is drawing sustained bullish sentiment from Wall Street, with analysts highlighting its deepening penetration into the large enterprise segment as a key growth driver. Recent price target adjustments and partner commentary underscore confidence in the CRM platform's trajectory.
Despite posting strong Q1 results and reaffirming its double-digit growth outlook for fiscal 2026, Intuit's stock has been caught in a broader software sector sell-off. Investors are grappling with whether AI poses a disruptive threat or a tangible growth catalyst for the financial software giant.
Amid a volatile economic backdrop, consumer discretionary stocks are lagging the broader market. We examine three companies—Columbia Sportswear, Movado, and iHeartMedia—whose business models and valuations make them vulnerable in the current climate.
While the small-cap index is famed for its hidden gems, some constituents face headwinds that make them less compelling for growth-focused portfolios. Here's a look at three companies analysts are currently avoiding.
Cullen/Frost Bankers (NYSE: CFR) reported fourth-quarter revenue in line with expectations but delivered a significant earnings beat, driven by its aggressive branch network expansion in Texas and robust commercial lending. Management expressed confidence in sustained loan growth and improving margins for the coming year.
DXC Technology met Q4 revenue targets with stable sales of $3.19B and an earnings surprise, but cautious guidance and stagnant organic growth highlight the challenges of its strategic transformation toward AI-native services.
Mid-cap stocks offer a compelling blend of established operations and growth potential, but navigating this competitive landscape requires sharp discernment. We analyze one company with promising prospects and two where investors might want to apply the brakes.
Dover Corporation topped revenue and profit forecasts for the fourth quarter, fueled by robust order growth in climate tech and retail segments. However, shares dipped as management issued a guarded outlook for the coming year, citing input cost pressures and macroeconomic uncertainty.
Ameriprise Financial (NYSE: AMP) reported robust fourth-quarter results for 2025, surpassing revenue expectations with a 13.1% year-over-year sales increase to $5.05 billion. Adjusted earnings per share of $10.83 also came in ahead of analyst forecasts.
The business services sector has outperformed, riding a wave of corporate demand for efficiency. But with economic sensitivity looming, we analyze two companies with robust models and one where caution may be warranted.
Cullen/Frost Bankers (NYSE: CFR) reported robust fourth-quarter results, beating analyst estimates on earnings and revenue. The Texas-based regional bank also announced a new $300 million share repurchase program and raised its guidance, fueling a debate on whether its current valuation fully reflects its growth trajectory.
Footwear giant Deckers Brands posted quarterly revenue and profit that handily beat Wall Street estimates, driven by surging global demand for its HOKA and UGG labels. The company raised its full-year outlook, citing robust direct-to-consumer growth and international momentum.
Netflix shares face pressure as the streaming giant's 2026 revenue guidance signals a significant growth deceleration, even with its advertising business poised to double. Investor concerns are compounded by a potential multi-billion dollar acquisition.
The fast-casual salad chain's stock fell sharply this week, pressured by a broader retreat in growth stocks and a reiterated sell call from Goldman Sachs, despite positive signals from the broader restaurant sector.
Mid-cap companies offer a compelling blend of established operations and growth runway, but they navigate a perilous landscape between industry titans and agile disruptors. We examine three stocks where investor optimism may be overlooking critical challenges.
A recent physician survey on renal denervation procedure volumes has prompted analysts to adopt a more measured view of Medtronic's near-term growth potential, even as the medical device giant remains a favored long-term holding.
Allegro MicroSystems (ALGM) reported strong fourth-quarter results, with revenue surging 29% year-over-year to $229.2 million, surpassing analyst expectations. The chip designer's growth was fueled by record data center sales and robust demand in automotive, particularly for electric vehicles and ADAS.
Nelnet (NNI) reaffirms its commitment to shareholders with a steady dividend, backed by strong historical revenue growth and share buybacks. Yet, a closer look reveals a complex valuation picture, with contrasting signals from its P/E ratio and discounted cash flow model, leaving analysts divided on the stock's true worth.
