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A.O. Smith Navigates Flat Sales with Sharper Margins, Charts Course Through Inflation and China Headwinds

A.O. Smith's Q4 2025 earnings reveal a tale of two stories: revenue that missed expectations but profits that beat them. The water technology leader is leaning into commercial strength and operational discipline to expand margins, even as it braces for a challenging 2026 marked by input cost inflation and persistent softness in its China business.

Jan 30, 2026

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Brunswick Navigates Choppy Waters: Strong Q4 Earnings Tempered by Tariff Concerns and Cautious Outlook

Brunswick Corporation surpassed Q4 revenue and profit expectations, buoyed by stabilizing retail demand. However, a cautious near-term forecast and persistent tariff headwinds cloud its 2026 trajectory, highlighting the complex currents facing the marine industry.

Jan 30, 2026

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Mastercard Beats Earnings Estimates as Services and Global Deals Fuel Growth

Mastercard's Q4 2025 results surpassed profit expectations, driven by strong demand for its value-added services and key global partnerships, highlighting the payments giant's resilience amid economic uncertainty.

Jan 30, 2026

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Deckers Defies Doubters: Hoka and Ugg Power Record Q3, Sending Shares Skyward

Fueled by surging global demand for its Hoka and Ugg brands, Deckers Outdoor Corp. posted a robust third-quarter performance that surpassed expectations, driving its stock price up sharply and assuaging recent Wall Street concerns over growth sustainability.

Jan 30, 2026

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Cavco Navigates Regional Market Divergence, Posts Strong Q2 2026 Results Fueled by Northern U.S. Strength

Cavco Industries reports robust fiscal Q2 2026 earnings, with revenue up 9.7% year-over-year, driven by double-digit shipment growth in Northern U.S. markets. The company successfully managed a slowdown in the Southeast through operational adjustments and highlighted a significant turnaround in its financial services segment.

Jan 30, 2026

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Canada Post, Union Finalize Landmark Labor Deal After Years of Turmoil

Canada Post and its union have finalized the text of a new five-year contract, paving the way for a ratification vote. The deal includes wage hikes and weekend parcel delivery but leaves out key management demands for operational flexibility.

Jan 30, 2026

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Nelnet's Dividend Pledge and Growth Trajectory Spark Investor Debate on Valuation

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.

Jan 30, 2026

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Navios Maritime Partners: Is the Shipping Giant Still Undervalued After a Stellar Run?

Navios Maritime Partners (NMM) has delivered impressive multi-year returns, leaving investors to question if its current valuation still presents an opportunity. With a diversified fleet and strong fundamentals, we examine the bull case and the risks ahead.

Jan 30, 2026

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SLB Secures Major Five-Year PDO Contracts for Oman's Block-6, Bolstering Local Manufacturing and Long-Term Services

SLB has won significant five-year contracts from Petroleum Development Oman for the giant Block-6 field. The deals mandate local wellhead manufacturing and deploy advanced recovery technologies, anchoring SLB's long-term service role and supporting Omani job creation.

Jan 30, 2026

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Novo Nordisk Pivots: Oral Wegovy Launch, Job Cuts, and a Cell Therapy Bet Reshape Its Future

Novo Nordisk charts a bold new course, launching a pivotal oral obesity drug while restructuring its workforce and deepening its investment in next-generation cell therapies for metabolic diseases.

Jan 30, 2026

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Walmart's Leadership Shuffle Signals Deeper Tech Push as Shares Hit Record Highs

Walmart announces CEO Doug McMillon's retirement, appointing tech veterans John Furner and David Guggina to lead its next chapter. The move underscores the retail giant's intensified focus on digital transformation amid strong shareholder returns.

Jan 30, 2026

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Deere Bets Big on U.S. Soil: $20 Billion Manufacturing Shift Aims to Rewrite Its Future

Deere & Company is doubling down on American manufacturing with a new excavator plant and parts center, part of a broader $20 billion commitment. While the move strengthens its long-term industrial narrative, near-term challenges from leadership changes to cyclical market pressures remain in focus.

Jan 30, 2026

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American Superconductor's Valuation Under the Microscope: Can the High-Flying Stock Justify Its Premium?

After a staggering multi-year rally, shares of American Superconductor (AMSC) are showing signs of cooling momentum. With a sky-high P/E ratio and a significant gap between its current price and analyst fair value estimates, investors are grappling with a critical question: is this a buying opportunity or a signal to take profits?

Jan 30, 2026

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Advanced Drainage Systems: Is the Market Underestimating This Infrastructure Play?

Shares of Advanced Drainage Systems (NYSE: WMS) have shown resilience amid recent market volatility, posting solid long-term gains. With a fair value estimate suggesting potential upside, investors are weighing the stock's premium valuation against its growth trajectory in the construction sector.

Jan 30, 2026

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Starbucks Bets $500 Million on Tech and Training to Ease Barista Burden, Amid Union Tensions

Facing ongoing labor disputes, Starbucks unveils a massive investment in new espresso machines, AI-assisted POS systems, and a store rating program aimed at streamlining operations and improving the partner experience.

Jan 30, 2026

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Precious Metals Plunge: Gold Sees Worst Day in Decades, Silver Crashes 20% as Rally Unravels

A historic rally in gold and silver reversed violently on Friday, with gold futures plummeting over 10% in their sharpest decline since the 1980s and silver recording its largest single-day drop ever, amid a broader market sell-off.

Jan 30, 2026

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Oil Prices Edge Higher as Middle East Tensions Simmer, Supply Risks Loom

Crude oil and gasoline prices advanced on Friday, supported by persistent geopolitical risks in the Middle East and ongoing supply constraints, though gains were tempered by a stronger dollar and diplomatic signals.

Jan 30, 2026

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From Fitness App to Fuel Pumps: How Kayla Itsines' Gas Station Investment Outshines Her $400M Tech Exit

After selling her fitness platform Sweat for $400 million, entrepreneur Kayla Itsines reveals her most reliable cash flow comes from an unexpected asset: a petrol station. The self-made millionaire advocates for diversification beyond the digital realm.

Jan 30, 2026

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Markets Tumble on Trump's Fed Pick: Warsh Nomination Sends Stocks, Metals Lower

U.S. stocks fell and precious metals plunged from record highs after President Trump nominated former Fed Governor Kevin Warsh to lead the central bank, sparking concerns over monetary policy direction and Fed independence.

Jan 30, 2026

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Missouri Sports Betting Blasts Past Projections, Rakes in $543 Million in Debut Month

Missouri's sports betting launch exceeded all expectations, generating over half a billion dollars in wagers and securing its place among the nation's top markets in its first month of operation.

Jan 30, 2026