A sharp sell-off in Microsoft shares following its earnings report has ignited fresh fears over the profitability of massive AI investments, pulling major indexes lower and pushing the software sector into a bear market.
The IT infrastructure giant is deepening its SAP partnership with a new Center of Excellence and an AI-powered 'Clean Field' methodology, aiming to automate complex migrations and modernizations for enterprise clients. The strategic push highlights Kyndryl's attempt to pivot from low-margin maintenance work to higher-value AI-enabled transformation services.
Western Digital Corp (WDC) announced a robust 25% year-over-year revenue increase for its fiscal second quarter of 2026, driven by strategic long-term agreements and a favorable product mix. While consumer segment challenges persist, the company is positioning itself to capitalize on the burgeoning data storage demands from artificial intelligence.
OSI Systems posts record Q2 revenue and lifts full-year EPS guidance, navigating softness in security bookings and healthcare challenges with optimism for a stronger second half.
MaxLinear Inc. reported a 48% year-over-year revenue jump for Q4 2025, powered by its infrastructure business, even as it manages a near-term dip in broadband and intensifying competition in key markets.
Despite a challenging quarter with declining revenues, staffing giant Robert Half outlines a strategic pivot, leveraging artificial intelligence and retained top talent to drive efficiency and position for a return to growth by late 2026.
Despite a softer-than-expected first quarter, Beazer Homes USA outlines a dual strategy of solar-powered community expansion and aggressive capital returns to shareholders, aiming to boost profitability in a stabilizing housing market.
Shares of Southern Copper Corporation (SCCO) surged nearly 18% following the release of its blockbuster 2025 financial results, which featured record annual earnings and a dual cash-and-stock dividend. The performance underscores the miner's robust cash generation but also intensifies scrutiny over its lofty valuation and the execution risks of its massive project pipeline.
Bell Financial Group's decision to move its share registry services away from Computershare deals a blow to the ASX-listed services provider, highlighting intensifying competition in the corporate registry market and raising questions about client retention.
In a volatile market, certain low-priced Asian stocks are drawing attention not just for their valuation, but for underlying financial strength. We examine three such companies—from healthcare in New Zealand to property services in Greater China—that defy the typical 'penny stock' stereotype with solid fundamentals.
As the European Central Bank prepares for its February meeting, policymakers are navigating a stronger euro driven by a weakening dollar and geopolitical uncertainty, while assessing the resilience of the eurozone economy.
Visa Inc. reported a 15% surge in net revenue for its first fiscal quarter of 2026, citing robust payments volume and significant gains in its value-added services and commercial solutions.
LPL Financial Holdings Inc. (LPLA) reported robust fourth-quarter results, reaching a milestone $2.4 trillion in advisory and brokerage assets. Adjusted earnings per share grew 23%, driven by strategic execution and the integration of Commonwealth Financial.
AppFolio Inc. reported a 22% year-over-year revenue surge in its fourth quarter, driven by AI innovation and premium product adoption, while navigating industry-wide cost pressures. The company also issued optimistic guidance for 2026.
The Atlanta-based home improvement giant announces a restructuring that eliminates approximately 800 positions, primarily remote roles, and ends flexible work arrangements for its corporate staff.
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.
Sumitomo Metal Mining's shares surged nearly 10% to a historic peak following an upgraded resource estimate at its Canadian gold project, capping a stunning 183% annual rally. The dramatic run-up, however, leaves investors grappling with a sky-high valuation that appears disconnected from traditional metrics.
Amidst market volatility, a select group of Asian companies with significant insider ownership are drawing investor attention, signaling strong internal belief in their long-term growth trajectories.
Algoma Steel Group's binding agreement with Hanwha Ocean for Canada's submarine project could funnel up to $250 million into a new beam mill, bolstering national defense capacity. While promising, analysts urge investors to weigh this long-term potential against the company's immediate financial and operational challenges.
Mako Mining Corp.'s updated resource estimate for its Arizona-based Moss Mine, featuring significant unencumbered silver and a streamlined path to production, is reshaping the company's investment thesis and near-term prospects.
