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Cavco Navigates Seasonal Slump and Acquisition Costs in Q3, Sees Spring Promise

Cavco Industries' fiscal Q3 2026 results reflect the initial impact of its American Homestar acquisition amid broader industry headwinds. While revenue grew, margins contracted due to integration costs and a seasonal demand slowdown. Management points to stable backlogs and strategic positioning for the upcoming spring selling season.

Jan 30, 2026

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BorgWarner's Hybrid Strategy Gains Traction as Auto Industry Navigates Rocky EV Transition

Amid a slower-than-expected shift to pure electric vehicles, auto supplier BorgWarner is winning investor praise for its strategic bet on hybrid technologies, positioning itself as a critical bridge in the evolving powertrain landscape.

Jan 30, 2026

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Altria Taps CFO as Next CEO Amid Strategic Pivot and $2.7 Billion Write-Down

Altria Group names CFO Salvatore Mancuso as its incoming CEO, accelerating its smoke-free transition while taking a massive impairment charge on past investments, signaling a sharp strategic reassessment.

Jan 30, 2026

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Eastman Chemical Navigates Earnings Slump with Deep Cuts and Bet on Advanced Recycling

Facing its weakest annual profit in years, Eastman Chemical is doubling down on cost reductions while banking on its molecular recycling technology to fuel a turnaround by 2026, despite a challenging global economic climate.

Jan 30, 2026

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Netflix Stock Plunges 33% on Warner Bros. Deal Fears, But Analysts See a Buying Opportunity

Netflix shares have tumbled from recent highs amid investor skepticism over a potential $72 billion acquisition. Despite the sell-off, some Wall Street firms are upgrading the stock, citing strong fundamentals and a historically attractive valuation.

Jan 30, 2026

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From Shark Tank Spotlight to Silent Exit: The Unwrapped Story of Gatsby Chocolate

Gatsby Chocolate, the 'healthy' indulgence that captivated Sharks and shoppers alike, has vanished from shelves. We trace its journey from a multi-million dollar deal that never closed to its quiet demise, exploring what went wrong for a once-promising brand.

Jan 30, 2026

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SB Financial Group Caps Off a Record 2025 with Strong Q4, Eyes Further Growth Amid Industry Headwinds

Despite a challenging mortgage landscape, SB Financial Group (SBFG) reports robust fourth-quarter and full-year 2025 results, marking one of its strongest performances in history with significant loan growth and disciplined expense management.

Jan 30, 2026

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First Business Financial Services Caps 2025 with Strong Quarter, Navigates Isolated CRE Challenge

First Business Financial Services (FBIZ) reported robust 2025 results, driven by resilient margins and core deposit growth, while detailing a contained credit issue in its commercial real estate portfolio and outlining double-digit growth targets for the coming year.

Jan 30, 2026

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United Rentals Shares Tumble 15% as Earnings Miss and Guidance Disappoints

The equipment rental giant's stock suffered its worst week in recent memory after quarterly results fell short of Wall Street's expectations, compounded by a price target cut from a major bank.

Jan 30, 2026

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Avidbank Posts Strong Q4 Growth Amid Focus on Credit Management

Avidbank Holdings (AVBH) reported robust loan and deposit growth alongside an expanding net interest margin for Q4 2025, while management detailed plans to address a recent uptick in non-performing assets linked to specific construction and sponsor finance loans.

Jan 30, 2026

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Citi Lifts Bristol-Myers Squibb Price Target, Citing Improved Biopharma Outlook Through 2026

Citi analyst Geoff Meacham raised his price target on Bristol-Myers Squibb (BMY) to $60, citing a more favorable setup for the sector. The move comes as the drugmaker also announces a partnership with Microsoft to leverage AI for earlier lung cancer detection.

Jan 30, 2026

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Beyond the Scalpel: How Intuitive Surgical and Medtronic Are Positioning for the AI-Driven Future of Surgery

While fully autonomous robotic surgeons remain on the horizon, the foundational technology and data ecosystems being built today are setting the stage for a transformative shift. Two industry giants, Intuitive Surgical and Medtronic, offer investors distinct pathways to capitalize on this evolving landscape.

Jan 30, 2026

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Orva Taps Retail Veteran Jason Short to Lead Footwear Expansion Push

E-commerce accelerator Orva appoints former Famous Footwear executive Jason Short as SVP to spearhead growth of its athletic and performance footwear portfolio, leveraging his three decades of industry relationships.

Jan 30, 2026

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BofA Boosts Chevron Target to $188, Citing Geopolitical Shifts and Venezuela Export Surge

Bank of America raises its price target on Chevron (CVX) to $188, maintaining a Buy rating, as geopolitical tensions and a planned ramp-up of Venezuelan crude exports bolster the energy giant's near-term outlook.

Jan 30, 2026

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TD Securities Upgrades Bank of Montreal to Buy, Citing Improved Profitability Outlook

TD Securities has turned bullish on Bank of Montreal, upgrading the stock to Buy and raising its price target, citing a more constructive trajectory for the bank's return on equity and its diversified earnings base.

Jan 30, 2026

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Bitcoin Miners Face Perfect Storm: Profits Plunge to 14-Month Low Amid Price Slump and Winter Havoc

A critical measure of Bitcoin mining profitability has collapsed to its lowest level since late 2024, as miners grapple with falling BTC prices and severe operational disruptions from a major U.S. winter storm, according to analytics firm CryptoQuant.

Jan 30, 2026

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Exclusive: Thoma Bravo Weighs Multi-Billion Dollar Sale of Healthcare Cybersecurity Leader Imprivata

Private equity giant Thoma Bravo is exploring a sale of Imprivata, a key player in healthcare digital identity software, in a deal that could value the company at up to $7 billion, sources tell Reuters.

Jan 30, 2026

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Fifth Third Bancorp Sees Price Target Boost After Strong Q4, Though Long-Term Forecast Trimmed

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.

Jan 30, 2026

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Cocoa Price Retreat Offers Breather for Mondelez, Morgan Stanley Sees Clearer Path to Earnings Growth

As cocoa futures pull back from historic highs, Morgan Stanley boosts its price target for snack giant Mondelez International, citing improved earnings visibility. The firm maintains an Overweight rating, highlighting the company's resilient financials and shareholder returns amidst lingering sales growth uncertainties.

Jan 30, 2026

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NextEra Energy: A Utility-Renewables Hybrid Poised for Long-Term Growth

NextEra Energy's unique dual-business model offers investors the stability of a regulated utility alongside the high-growth potential of its renewable energy arm, positioning it as a key player in powering the AI boom.

Jan 30, 2026