The $7.6 billion RIA has expanded its internal equity plan to 29 employee-owners, formalizing a decade-long succession strategy that aims to preserve independence as co-founder Barry Ritholtz nears 65.
New Oriental Education & Technology Group (NYSE: EDU) sees its stock momentum bolstered by substantial institutional ownership, which now stands near 49%. Last week's $482 million market cap gain adds to a 22% annual return, highlighting investor faith in the Chinese education giant's post-regulatory overhaul trajectory.
The home and security products leader raises its quarterly payout, offering a 1.9% yield. While cash flow coverage appears solid, analysts note the company's mixed dividend history and point to future earnings growth as a key sustainability factor.
While Alimentation Couche-Tard shareholders have enjoyed solid total returns over five years, a closer look reveals a growing disconnect between its stock performance and underlying profit growth, with recent underperformance adding to investor uncertainty.
While speculative stories often captivate the market, Waterstone Financial (NASDAQ:WSBF) stands out with consistent profitability and disciplined leadership—traits gaining attention as investors prioritize fundamentals.
Timberland Bancorp (NASDAQ:TSBK) announces a dividend increase to $0.29 per share, reflecting sustained profitability and a commitment to shareholder returns. The move aligns the regional bank's yield with industry averages while maintaining a conservative payout ratio.
In a bold vision outlined during Meta's earnings call, CEO Mark Zuckerberg positioned video as merely a stepping stone toward fully immersive, interactive digital experiences, powered by the convergence of AI and the mobile-first expansion of platforms like Horizon Worlds.
Reports of U.S. officials meeting with Alberta independence advocates have ignited a diplomatic row, as Canada's western province weighs a contentious push for sovereignty with an eye toward Washington.
Eagle Materials Inc. (NYSE:EXP) boasts a Return on Equity nearly double the industry average. But as investors cheer the metric, a deeper look reveals a heavy reliance on debt, raising questions about the sustainability of its impressive performance.
German American Bancorp (NASDAQ:GABC) announces a dividend increase to $0.31 per share, reflecting confidence in its earnings trajectory and commitment to shareholder returns amidst a stable banking outlook.
A deep dive into Kadant Inc.'s intrinsic value using a Discounted Cash Flow model suggests the stock is trading near its estimated fair value of $273, raising questions about its near-term upside potential amid current market prices.
As geopolitical tensions and trade concerns weigh on sentiment, a screen of European equities uncovers potential value opportunities, with some companies trading at discounts of nearly 50% to their estimated intrinsic value.
While Virco Mfg. Corporation's stock has declined nearly 10% over the past quarter, a deeper look at its financials—particularly its high profit reinvestment and strong earnings growth—suggests underlying strength that the market may be overlooking.
Despite recent market turbulence, a surge in eurozone business confidence is spotlighting companies where high insider ownership aligns management with shareholder interests. We examine three such firms poised for growth.
As Bitcoin and Ethereum trade significantly below recent peaks, investors face a critical choice. While both present compelling opportunities, a deeper analysis of market dynamics, institutional sentiment, and long-term narratives suggests one digital asset may hold a decisive edge in the current cycle.
Mining giant Rio Tinto and state-owned Aluminum Corporation of China (Chalco) have entered a definitive agreement to acquire a controlling 68.6% stake in Brazil's Companhia Brasileira de Alumínio (CBA) from Votorantim, valuing the deal at approximately $902.6 million. The move signals a major consolidation in the global low-carbon aluminum sector.
Multiple executives and board members at AmeriServ Financial have been buying shares in the company over the past year, a move often interpreted as a bullish signal for the regional bank's prospects.
Northwest Bancshares (NASDAQ: NWBI) confirms a $0.20 per share dividend payment in February, maintaining its long-standing shareholder returns despite a high payout ratio that raises some sustainability questions.
Amidst a backdrop of market uncertainty, investors are turning their attention to resilient companies with strong fundamentals. We spotlight three lesser-known European firms—from construction tech to cybersecurity and fashion retail—that are demonstrating robust growth and strategic positioning for the year ahead.
Amidst market turbulence, European investors are turning to high-yield dividend stocks for income stability. We examine three companies offering compelling payouts, weighing their potential rewards against inherent risks.
