After a punishing period, AGNC Investment Corp. staged a remarkable comeback in 2025. With a 12% dividend yield and a more favorable macroeconomic backdrop, the mortgage REIT is attracting income investors. But is the momentum sustainable?
PennyMac Mortgage Investment Trust (PMT) closed 2025 with robust earnings, driven by a dramatic expansion in its private-label securitization business. While this growth fueled returns, the company's correspondent lending segment faced pressure, and faster mortgage prepayments impacted servicing rights income.
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.
As Sempra (NYSE: SRE) navigates a massive capital investment cycle for grid modernization and clean energy, investors are scrutinizing whether its current stock price accurately reflects its long-term strategy. We analyze key valuation metrics and the broader market context to assess if the utility giant is fairly valued.
Amid persistent inflation and shifting trade policies, building a robust financial safety net is more crucial than ever. Experts outline actionable steps to grow your savings, from debt management to smart account allocation.
The global investment manager reported robust growth in money market and equity strategies during its Q4 2025 earnings call, while detailing expansion into digital assets and the pending acquisition of real estate specialist FCP.
Franklin Resources (BEN) reported robust Q1 2026 results, highlighted by record long-term inflows of $118.6B and AUM reaching $1.68T. CEO Jenny Johnson emphasized strong demand for integrated public-private market solutions and personalized investment strategies amid ongoing market volatility.
Building significant wealth often hinges on consistency over brilliance. We examine the Vanguard Growth ETF (VUG), its historical performance, and the disciplined, long-term strategy that could potentially transform regular savings into a seven-figure nest egg.
While carrier capacity and reliability show signs of recovery, a new FreightWaves white paper reveals a more complex and unforgiving cost environment emerging for 2026. Shippers must navigate a labyrinth of rules, fees, and contract nuances that are quietly driving up expenses.
As markets face significant pressure, certain portfolios tied to strategic commodities, resilient tech, and innovative crypto infrastructure are showing notable resilience. Analysts point to long-term thematic bets that are weathering the current storm.
With the cost of living significantly higher than just a few years ago, Channel 11's Susan Koeppen offers actionable tips to help households reduce recurring bills and ease financial pressure.
The probate process can drain an estate's assets and burden heirs for years. Financial and legal experts outline practical steps families can take now to ensure a smoother transfer of wealth.
Amidst recent market volatility driven by regional tensions, a closer look reveals companies with strong fundamentals demonstrating remarkable resilience and growth potential. We examine three such firms that are navigating the uncertainty and positioning themselves for the future.
As markets navigate a new year, analysts are eyeing potential outperformers. Amazon, BeOne Medicines, and Enterprise Products Partners emerge as compelling picks, each backed by distinct catalysts from AI to biotech breakthroughs.
Amidst the allure of high-growth tech narratives, Acsion (JSE:ACS) presents a case for steady, profitable growth. With strong insider alignment and improving margins, does this property-focused stock warrant a closer look from discerning investors?
As the pet care market expands, investors weigh the focused approach of Chewy against Walmart's diversified scale. While Chewy offers pure exposure, Walmart's broader ecosystem and advertising growth present a compelling alternative.
The Adecco Group's launch of a global HR and talent consulting platform under its LHH brand marks a deliberate shift towards higher-margin services. This analysis examines whether this strategic move can reshape the company's financial narrative amid ongoing margin pressures and a challenging debt profile.
In a significant move to bolster its healthcare services and retain staff, Walmart is creating thousands of new leadership positions and raising wages for pharmacy technicians across its U.S. stores.
Facing softer demand and tariff volatility, Minerals Technologies (MTX) reported steady 2025 sales of $2.1B but saw margins contract. Leadership emphasized cost discipline and safety while detailing a series of expansion projects poised to drive a meaningful rebound in the coming year.
Despite political pressure and vast reserves, U.S. oil majors ExxonMobil and Chevron are taking a cautious stance on new spending in Venezuela, demanding legal stability and fiscal reforms before committing fresh capital, even as they signal long-term interest.
