Despite a weaker-than-expected volume environment, Norfolk Southern reported in-line cost performance for Q4 and highlighted significant strides in operational safety and efficiency. Executives pointed to a pivotal year of structural change while outlining cost and capital expenditure guidance for 2026.
PennyMac Mortgage Investment Trust (PMT) reported a robust fourth quarter, highlighted by a 13% return on equity and strategic advancements in its securitization business. Executives outlined a confident outlook for 2026, emphasizing disciplined risk management and growth in targeted lending segments.
While flashy, unprofitable tech stocks often dominate headlines, German thermal management specialist technotrans demonstrates that disciplined earnings growth and reasonable executive compensation can build a more sustainable investment case, as its EPS and margins climb.
PACCAR reports softer fourth-quarter sales and earnings alongside the retirement of a key executive, yet maintains its full-year profit record and commitment to next-generation truck technology, setting the stage for a pivotal 2026.
Southwest Airlines capped off 2025 with record revenue and improved operations, positioning the carrier for what executives project will be a dramatic earnings acceleration next year, driven by new initiatives like assigned seating and a refined loyalty program.
Mastercard reported robust Q4 and full-year 2025 results, driven by double-digit revenue growth and surging value-added services. Executives expressed confidence for 2026, highlighting strategic wins, investments in digital assets like stablecoins, and a focus on 'agentic commerce,' even as they plan a restructuring affecting 4% of staff.
Colony Bankcorp (CBAN) reported improved operating performance in Q4 2025, with executives detailing on-track integration of TC Federal and momentum in fee-based businesses. The bank targets a 1.20% return on assets for 2026 and signals appetite for further acquisitions.
The alternative investment giant reported its strongest annual results in four decades, fueled by a surge in fundraising to $240 billion. Executives pointed to early signs of a reopening in deal activity and IPO markets, setting the stage for increased asset sales in 2026.
Axis Capital (AXS) reported robust 2025 results, marked by record premiums and its best underwriting performance in over a decade. While outlining a confident growth trajectory, executives struck a cautious note on cyber insurance and reinsurance headwinds for the coming year.
Despite a soft first quarter, Beazer Homes executives outline a clear strategy to drive full-year EBITDA and book value growth, citing improving buyer traffic, cost-cutting initiatives, and a strategic shift toward higher-margin, solar-included communities.
Public Service Enterprise Group (PEG) reports recycling more than 86% of its operational materials in 2024, as it strengthens its board with the appointment of former utility executive Geisha J. Williams, signaling a dual focus on environmental stewardship and governance.
StepStone Group has formally entered the core real estate arena with the launch of its S-Core platform, appointing former UBS executive Jennifer Jones as Partner to helm the global strategy. The move signals a strategic expansion aimed at capturing institutional capital seeking stable income and long-term holdings.
Amid a flurry of bank mergers and acquisitions reshaping Texas, San Antonio-based Frost Bank is doubling down on its organic growth strategy. CEO Phil Green asserts the bank has "zero interest" in M&A, positioning itself to win customers dislocated by industry upheaval.
A newly surfaced 2014 email from the Jeffrey Epstein documents reveals Bitcoin-aligned executives warning investors about backing rival projects like Ripple. Some XRP proponents are framing the disclosure as validation of the token's early significance, though market momentum remains bearish.
Disney's theme parks and cruise lines delivered a historic $10 billion quarter, driving overall revenue past expectations. However, surging costs across its media and sports divisions squeezed profits as the entertainment giant nears a decision on its next chief executive.
Nvidia's landmark plan to invest up to $100 billion in OpenAI has stalled, with executives questioning the deal's structure and OpenAI's financial discipline amid a fiercely competitive AI landscape.
A new survey by the American Chamber of Commerce in Hong Kong reveals a significant uptick in business optimism for 2026, with over half of senior executives expressing a positive outlook despite persistent U.S.-China tensions and global uncertainty.
Amidst a cautious market climate, companies with substantial insider ownership often signal strong internal conviction. We examine three such firms—spanning South Korean tourism, Chinese sensors, and Taiwanese biopharma—where executives and directors have significant skin in the game.
As confidence in the Eurozone's recovery builds, investors are scrutinizing companies where executives hold significant equity stakes—a potential signal of alignment and long-term conviction. We spotlight three firms from a broader screen of 220 high-insider-ownership growth stocks.
Amidst a cautiously optimistic Asian market, companies where executives and directors hold significant stakes are drawing investor attention. We examine three high-conviction plays in semiconductors, 3D printing, and biotech where insider ownership aligns with explosive growth forecasts.
