The Walt Disney Company has appointed Josh D’Amaro, the executive behind its lucrative parks business, as its next Chief Executive Officer, succeeding Bob Iger in March and aiming to stabilize leadership amid industry upheaval.
The Walt Disney Company has ended years of succession speculation by appointing theme parks and experiences head Josh D'Amaro as its next Chief Executive Officer. The 54-year-old company veteran will succeed Bob Iger in March, tasked with steering the media giant through an industry transformed by AI, consolidation, and shifting consumer habits.
Freshly released court files detail a $3 million investment in Coinbase's 2014 funding round linked to Jeffrey Epstein, adding another layer of complexity to the cryptocurrency industry's early financial history and its ties to controversial figures.
Amidst the inherent volatility of the energy sector, Chevron's vertical integration, 38-year dividend growth streak, and industry-leading balance sheet offer investors a rare blend of high yield and resilience.
While broader markets edged higher, shares of Merck and Pfizer fell Tuesday following their quarterly results, underscoring the strategic pivots and patent-cliff pressures quietly reshaping the pharmaceutical industry.
Despite a strong quarterly market rally led by tech, Diamond Hill Capital's Large Cap Fund underperformed, citing caution on AI hype. Food distribution giant Sysco was a notable laggard in the fund's portfolio, with analysts pointing to broader concerns over consumer spending and the restaurant industry's outlook.
Shares of Dutch semiconductor capital equipment leader ASM International have soared over 210% in the past five years, driven by robust earnings growth and strategic positioning in key chipmaking technologies. While recent monthly gains of 28% turn heads, long-term investors have enjoyed a total shareholder return exceeding 220%, underscoring the company's alignment with enduring industry demands.
Carnival Corporation & plc (NYSE: CCL) has delivered a remarkable 173% return to shareholders over the past three years, with a significant 13% jump in the last week alone, signaling a powerful recovery in the cruise industry.
As borrowing costs surge and U.S. bank lending tightens, Oracle is reportedly considering cutting tens of thousands of jobs to free up cash for its capital-intensive AI data center build-out, with potential ripple effects across the cloud industry.
Devon Energy's decision to relocate its corporate headquarters from Oklahoma City to Houston is the most recent chapter in a decades-long trend of energy giants leaving the state, eroding its once-dominant position as a central hub of the American oil and gas industry.
Atlantic Union Bankshares (AUB) shares have surged over 22% in the past 90 days, fueled by robust financials and double-digit returns. But with its P/E ratio trading at a premium to the industry, analysts are divided on whether the stock remains undervalued or is due for a correction.
Lightspeed Commerce embeds AI across its retail and hospitality platforms, aiming to deepen client engagement. While the move aligns with industry trends, analysts debate its immediate impact on adoption rates and the company's long-term valuation.
In a major move for cost-conscious investors, Vanguard announces sweeping fee reductions across 53 funds, projecting significant savings and reinforcing its client-owned structure amid industry-wide fee pressure.
As Bob Iger prepares to pass the CEO baton, his successor inherits a media empire at a crossroads. While theme parks thrive, the new leader must navigate streaming wars, a declining linear TV business, industry consolidation, and the unpredictable impact of AI on creativity.
Fluor Corporation's planned exit from its NuScale Power stake promises a major cash infusion, but analysts question whether it fundamentally alters the engineering giant's exposure to the boom-and-bust cycles of the construction industry.
In a near-unanimous vote, TC Transcontinental shareholders have cleared the path for the sale of its packaging division to U.S.-based ProAmpac, a major consolidation in the flexible packaging industry set to conclude in early 2026.
Despite revenue meeting expectations, General Dynamics' stock fell nearly 5% after its annual report, with analysts slightly lowering EPS forecasts and flagging a projected growth slowdown against industry peers.
Arizona's Attorney General has issued a stark warning as losses from crypto kiosk scams surpass $177 million in the state this year. Amid a nationwide crackdown, new laws and lawsuits target an industry accused of enabling fraud against vulnerable consumers.
After a punishing year that saw its shares tumble over 37%, DaVita Inc. (DVA) is trading at a steep discount to its intrinsic value, according to fundamental analysis. With a P/E ratio significantly below industry peers, the dialysis giant presents a complex puzzle for long-term investors weighing regulatory headwinds against deep value.
Sharp Corporation's shares have tumbled over 23% in the past year, lagging behind industry peers. A deep dive into valuation metrics reveals a complex picture: while a discounted cash flow model suggests the stock is fairly priced, its depressed P/E ratio signals potential undervaluation. As the iconic Japanese electronics maker navigates a challenging market, investors are divided on whether this represents a buying opportunity.
