In a landmark consolidation move, Devon Energy and Coterra Energy have agreed to an all-stock merger, positioning the combined entity as a dominant force in the prolific Delaware Basin. The deal signals a strategic shift towards scale and capital efficiency in the U.S. shale sector.
From a repurposed Florida church to compact city cafés, the Italian marketplace giant is expanding its U.S. footprint with new formats focused on immersive experiences, not just groceries.
U.S. corn futures edged lower at Monday's midday, pressured by a stronger dollar, falling crude oil, and a weekly export inspections report that fell short of last year's pace. The market also digested trade developments with India and positioning data from speculators.
As the energy sector leads the market in early 2026, ConocoPhillips and Kinder Morgan emerge as compelling picks for investors seeking reliable, growing dividends backed by strong fundamentals and strategic positioning.
London's blue-chip index surged to a historic high as investors rotated into defensive sectors, shrugging off a brutal sell-off in precious metals and oil triggered by geopolitical shifts and regulatory moves.
Cullen/Frost Bankers Inc., the parent of Texas-based Frost Bank, has elected Marsha M. Shields, leader of the Red McCombs family enterprises, and former Ernst & Young managing partner Jeff Rummel to its board, as longtime director Dr. Chris Avery prepares to retire.
Shares of Coterra Energy (CTRA) have surged recently, prompting investors to weigh its strong financials and long-term returns against potential risks in the volatile energy sector. With the stock trading below analyst targets, the question of genuine value versus priced-in optimism takes center stage.
While Medtronic's shares have trailed the S&P 500 over the past year, Wall Street maintains a cautiously optimistic stance, buoyed by strong recent earnings and raised guidance.
While analysts project another year of strong gains for the S&P 500, two key long-term valuation metrics are flashing red, reaching levels historically associated with major market downturns.
GameStop shares rallied over 6% after CEO Ryan Cohen outlined a bold vision to transform the struggling retailer into a consumer sector powerhouse through strategic M&A, leveraging its substantial cash reserves.
While ConocoPhillips shares have lagged the broader market over the past year, analysts maintain a moderately bullish stance, betting on a rebound despite near-term earnings pressure from volatile energy prices.
Despite its leadership in high-demand defense sectors like drones and hypersonics, Kratos Defense & Security's shares face sustained pressure as investors question its sky-high valuation and cash flow.
Devon Energy's stock sees modest gains while Coterra dips following their $58 billion merger announcement, a deal that will relocate Devon's headquarters from Oklahoma City to Houston by 2026.
Despite lagging the S&P 500 over the past year, DoorDash retains overwhelming 'Strong Buy' ratings from analysts who see significant upside potential, even after a volatile post-earnings sell-off.
Despite underperforming the S&P 500 over the past year, cybersecurity leader CrowdStrike continues to command strong analyst support, with a 'Moderate Buy' consensus and significant projected upside.
Despite trailing the S&P 500 and retail sector ETFs over the past year, Kroger retains a 'Moderate Buy' consensus from analysts, who see potential upside driven by product expansion and steady earnings—even as mixed quarterly results weigh on near-term sentiment.
Merck & Co. is set to report fourth-quarter 2025 results before the bell on Tuesday, with Wall Street anticipating steady growth. The pharmaceutical giant's shares have climbed 13% over the past year, outpacing the broader healthcare sector. All eyes will be on Keytruda's sales trajectory and management's guidance for the year ahead.
Despite trailing the S&P 500 and tech sector peers over the past year, Super Micro Computer (SMCI) retains a 'Moderate Buy' consensus from Wall Street, with some analysts forecasting significant upside amid ongoing margin pressures and competitive challenges.
Amid a flurry of bank mergers and acquisitions reshaping Texas, San Antonio-based Frost Bank is doubling down on its organic growth strategy. CEO Phil Green asserts the bank has "zero interest" in M&A, positioning itself to win customers dislocated by industry upheaval.
A retrospective analysis reveals the staggering returns from Warren Buffett's key 2016 investments, with a stake in Apple vastly outperforming his own conglomerate and the broader S&P 500 index over ten years.
