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Annaly Capital Posts Strong 2025 Finish, Citing Favorable Markets and Strategic Execution

Annaly Capital Management capped off a robust 2025 with a fourth-quarter economic return of 8.6%, driven by a constructive fixed-income environment and growth across its core strategies. The mortgage REIT highlighted conservative leverage, a secure dividend, and strategic capital deployment as it navigates evolving market conditions.

Jan 30, 2026

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Norfolk Southern Navigates Soft Demand, Touts Safety Gains and Cost Discipline in Q4

Despite a weaker-than-expected volume environment, Norfolk Southern reported in-line cost performance for Q4 and highlighted significant strides in operational safety and efficiency. Executives pointed to a pivotal year of structural change while outlining cost and capital expenditure guidance for 2026.

Jan 30, 2026

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Altria Navigates Smoke-Free Shift Amid Illicit Vape Headwinds, Posts Steady Growth

Altria Group reported adjusted earnings growth and robust shareholder returns for 2025, even as it grapples with a rapidly transforming nicotine market dominated by illicit flavored vapes and intense competition in oral tobacco.

Jan 30, 2026

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Meritage Homes Navigates 'Softer' Housing Market, Prioritizes Margins Over Volume

Meritage Homes concluded a challenging 2025, citing affordability pressures and waning buyer confidence. While maintaining a cautious stance on incentives, the homebuilder is expanding its community footprint and boosting shareholder returns, betting on long-term demographic demand.

Jan 30, 2026

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Vera Therapeutics Sees Major Price Target Hikes as Analysts Bet Big on Its Kidney Disease Drug

Vera Therapeutics (VERA) is drawing bullish attention from Wall Street, with multiple analysts significantly raising price targets following a key competitor's FDA approval and revised revenue forecasts for its lead drug candidate.

Jan 30, 2026

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Analyst Cuts Pagaya Target But Stays Bullish Amid Strong Growth Metrics

Keefe Bruyette trimmed its price target on Pagaya Technologies (PGY) to $35, while maintaining an Outperform rating. The adjustment comes despite the AI-driven lending platform reporting robust Q3 growth and a record partner pipeline.

Jan 30, 2026

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Nuvation Bio's Ibtrozi Gains Favor on Strong Launch, Truist Raises Target

Truist Securities has increased its price target for Nuvation Bio, highlighting the promising early commercial traction of its oncology drug Ibtrozi, which is outpacing competitors in the ROS1 inhibitor space.

Jan 30, 2026

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Bank of America Bullish on Apellis, Upgrades to 'Buy' on Strong Drug Launch and Kidney Disease Prospects

Bank of America has upgraded Apellis Pharmaceuticals (APLS) to 'Buy,' citing robust early adoption of its drug Empaveli and significant undervaluation of its potential in treating rare kidney diseases, despite a more cautious outlook from Wells Fargo.

Jan 30, 2026

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DigitalOcean Soars as 'Clawdbot' AI Assistant Drives Analyst Optimism and Price Target Hikes

Bank of America leads a wave of analyst upgrades for DigitalOcean, citing the viral success of its AI agent 'Clawdbot' and the company's strategic positioning in the burgeoning agentic AI market for developers.

Jan 30, 2026

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Analysts Bullish on Core Scientific's AI Pivot, Price Targets Raised

Wall Street firms Keefe Bruyette and BTIG have raised price targets on Core Scientific, citing the company's strategic shift from Bitcoin mining to high-performance computing infrastructure for AI as a key driver for future growth.

Jan 30, 2026

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Barclays Taps Astera Labs as Key AI Infrastructure Bet for 2026, Sees Quality Firms Leading the Pack

Barclays raises Astera Labs' price target to $165, naming it a top pick for AI integration plays in its 2026 semiconductor outlook, while contrasting analyst views highlight the evolving debate on AI's infrastructure demands.

Jan 30, 2026

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Apple Feels the Pinch: Global Memory Chip Shortage Begins to Bite Tech Giant

Despite record iPhone demand, Apple CEO Tim Cook warns that soaring memory chip costs are set to squeeze margins, highlighting a supply crisis gripping the entire tech industry.

Jan 30, 2026

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Australia Vows to Press Ahead with Critical Minerals Strategy Despite U.S. Policy Shift

Australia reaffirms its commitment to building resilient critical mineral supply chains and a strategic reserve, undeterred by the U.S. stepping back from plans to guarantee minimum prices for such projects.

Jan 30, 2026

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Kyndryl Doubles Down on AI-Driven SAP Modernization in Bid to Redefine Legacy IT Services

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.

Jan 30, 2026

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Western Digital Posts Strong Q2 Growth, Bolsters Future with Long-Term Deals Amid AI Storage Surge

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.

Jan 30, 2026

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Gallagher Posts Strong Q4 Growth, Eyes M&A Expansion Amid Stable Casualty Market

Arthur J. Gallagher & Co. reported robust revenue growth exceeding 30% for the fourth quarter of 2025, driven by a healthy mergers and acquisitions pipeline and resilient performance in key sectors. Leadership expressed confidence in navigating a softening property insurance market while maintaining stable casualty pricing and talent retention.

Jan 30, 2026

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PennyMac Mortgage Investment Trust Posts Strong Q4 Results, Eyes Growth in Non-Agency Market

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.

Jan 30, 2026

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ResMed Posts Strong Q2 Growth on New Product Momentum and GLP-1 Therapy Tailwinds

ResMed Inc. reports an 11% revenue surge for its second fiscal quarter, driven by robust mask sales and strategic acquisitions, while navigating competitive pressures and capitalizing on emerging healthcare trends.

Jan 30, 2026

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Stryker Caps Record Year with Strong Q4, Bullish on 2026 Despite Market Headwinds

The medical technology giant reports double-digit organic sales growth for the fourth consecutive year, driven by its Mako robotic system and strategic leadership shifts, while navigating tariffs and a shifting competitive landscape.

Jan 30, 2026

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KLA Navigates Supply Chain Headwinds to Post Record Revenue, Eyes 2027 for Advanced Packaging Surge

KLA Corporation reports robust fiscal 2025 results driven by AI demand, but warns of supply constraints and geopolitical factors tempering near-term growth, with a significant acceleration projected for late 2026 and 2027.

Jan 30, 2026