While low-volatility stocks promise stability in turbulent markets, experts warn that their defensive appeal may mask underlying risks and missed opportunities for growth. We examine three such companies that investors might want to approach with caution.
A four-advisor team managing $1 billion in client assets has left Merrill Lynch to join Raymond James' employee channel, underscoring the intensifying competition for top wealth management talent.
AMD stock fell sharply Friday following a report of potential delays to its next-generation MI450 AI chip, sparking a debate over whether the sell-off is an overreaction or a sign of deeper valuation concerns.
Saks Global is closing the majority of its Saks OFF 5TH discount locations, including the final two in Massachusetts, amid a corporate restructuring following its recent bankruptcy filing.
As the tech world's giants build their AI ambitions, chip designer Arm Holdings stands at the center. With its Q3 earnings report on the horizon, investors are weighing whether its foundational role justifies a premium valuation.
Peter McGuinness, the CEO who sought to reposition plant-based meat for mainstream consumers by moving beyond climate messaging, is departing Impossible Foods. His exit comes as the broader alternative protein sector faces significant sales declines and strategic recalibration.
Cullen/Frost Bankers (NYSE: CFR) reported fourth-quarter revenue in line with expectations but delivered a significant earnings beat, driven by its aggressive branch network expansion in Texas and robust commercial lending. Management expressed confidence in sustained loan growth and improving margins for the coming year.
Altria Group (MO) posted stronger-than-expected Q4 revenue, driven by its core tobacco brands and oral nicotine products, but saw its shares fall as profit margins contracted sharply. The company is betting on a national rollout of its ON! Plus pouches and manufacturing upgrades to fuel its smoke-free future.
Tractor Supply Company reported fourth-quarter revenue and profit below analyst forecasts, citing a lack of severe winter weather and softer consumer demand for discretionary goods. The rural lifestyle retailer remains focused on long-term strategic investments amid an uncertain economic backdrop.
Xerox Holdings Corp. reported a 25.7% year-over-year revenue increase to $2.03 billion in Q4 2025, yet fell short of Wall Street expectations. The company's full-year guidance and per-share loss also disappointed analysts, as margin pressures and acquisition integration complexities weigh on its transformation journey.
DXC Technology met Q4 revenue targets with stable sales of $3.19B and an earnings surprise, but cautious guidance and stagnant organic growth highlight the challenges of its strategic transformation toward AI-native services.
While low-volatility stocks can anchor a portfolio, investors often sacrifice growth for stability. We analyze three such stocks, identifying one with resilient fundamentals and two where caution may be warranted.
Mid-cap stocks offer a compelling blend of established operations and growth potential, but navigating this competitive landscape requires sharp discernment. We analyze one company with promising prospects and two where investors might want to apply the brakes.
Shares of semiconductor materials supplier Entegris have surged nearly 56% in six months, but analysts warn of stretched valuations, slowing growth forecasts, and weak cash generation, suggesting investors may want to look elsewhere for value.
While Lindian Resources shares have retreated 13% recently, company insiders who bought stock over the past year are sitting on substantial paper profits, with one executive's purchase now valued at over seven times its cost.
A blistering rally in gold and silver reversed violently on Friday, with prices plummeting in one of the most severe single-day drops in decades, rattling markets and investors.
The Federal Reserve's decision to hold interest rates steady signals a strategic pause, not an end to its easing cycle. We break down the immediate and future impacts on everything from credit cards to the housing market.
Options strategist Rick Orford outlines a disciplined, top-down screening methodology to filter the market for optimal covered call candidates, emphasizing stock quality over mere premium yield.
Medical device maker ResMed (RMD) reported fourth-quarter revenue of $1.42 billion, an 11% year-over-year increase that surpassed Wall Street forecasts. Non-GAAP earnings per share reached $2.81, also topping analyst expectations.
Nasdaq Inc. reported stronger-than-expected fourth-quarter results, fueled by surging revenue from its technology solutions division and strategic AI initiatives, even as the company navigates a tighter margin environment.
