While market attention remains fixated on tech giants, the Russell 2000 index harbors promising, lesser-known companies. We examine three firms with distinct competitive advantages in environmental services, digital health, and private markets.
While robust cash generation is a hallmark of a healthy business, it doesn't automatically translate to a sound investment. We examine three companies with strong free cash flow margins where valuation and strategic concerns give investors pause.
Ameriprise Financial (NYSE: AMP) reported robust fourth-quarter results for 2025, surpassing revenue expectations with a 13.1% year-over-year sales increase to $5.05 billion. Adjusted earnings per share of $10.83 also came in ahead of analyst forecasts.
Honeywell International posts a robust Q4 with record orders and backlog, while announcing an accelerated timeline to spin off its core Aerospace business as a standalone public company by late 2026, a move set to redefine its investment profile.
Amazon is closing its cashier-less Fresh and Go grocery stores across the U.S., resulting in more than 500 layoffs in the Sacramento region alone. The tech giant says it will now concentrate its grocery efforts on expanding its Whole Foods Market chain.
Citizens JMP reaffirms its bullish stance on Salesforce, citing the explosive growth of its AI platform Agentforce and strong enterprise adoption as key catalysts for sustained outperformance.
Amid a broader leadership restructuring, financial giant Charles Schwab has appointed its CIO, Dennis Howard, to lead a consolidated unit overseeing technology, operations, and data, signaling a strategic shift to deepen the integration of IT with core business functions.
The fast-casual salad chain's stock fell sharply this week, pressured by a broader retreat in growth stocks and a reiterated sell call from Goldman Sachs, despite positive signals from the broader restaurant sector.
Oshkosh Corporation topped revenue expectations in its latest quarter, but profit fell short as tariffs and cost pressures squeezed margins. The specialty vehicle maker's 2026 outlook balances targeted growth in some segments against persistent challenges in construction markets.
Profitability alone is no longer a reliable indicator of future success. In today's competitive landscape, companies must balance healthy margins with sustainable growth. We analyze one firm positioned to do just that, and two where investors should look deeper.
Analyst sell ratings are rare on Wall Street, making them noteworthy when they appear. We examine one such case where pessimism may have gone too far, creating a potential opportunity, alongside two stocks where the cautious outlook appears justified.
Waste Management's fourth-quarter revenue fell short of Wall Street forecasts, yet the company demonstrated robust margin expansion through disciplined cost management and strategic integration of acquisitions, setting a firm foundation for its 2026 outlook.
Insulet Corp (PODD) has emerged as a top pick among hedge funds in the medical device sector, buoyed by overwhelmingly bullish analyst ratings and a price target suggesting significant growth potential. The company's innovative tubeless insulin pump system is seen as a key driver.
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.
Northern Trust announces key executive appointments aimed at strengthening its Canadian asset servicing footprint and accelerating the adoption of artificial intelligence across its investment management operations, signaling a strategic pivot amid strong stock performance.
As Amazon navigates AI investments and cost-cutting, financial analysts are split on its 2026 stock trajectory. While some see stretched valuations, others point to AWS and advertising as engines for further growth.
Following a robust Q4 earnings beat, IBM's strategic focus on hybrid cloud, AI, and quantum computing earns a price target upgrade from Bank of America, with analysts citing improved growth and free cash flow trajectory.
Despite posting a Q4 net loss, ArcBest is streamlining operations and investing in technology, positioning for a market rebound while the broader LTL sector continues its slow climb from a prolonged slump.
After a punishing year of underperformance and operational setbacks, Baxter International faces a skeptical analyst community. While some see deep value, the consensus remains firmly on hold as the company navigates product challenges and revised guidance.
Despite lagging the broader market over the past year, Ingersoll Rand shows signs of a strategic pivot. Wall Street sees modest upside potential as the industrial giant navigates headwinds and pursues growth through acquisition.
