Despite significant capital investment, Atmos Energy's return on capital employed (ROCE) remains stagnant at 5.9%, trailing the industry average. This raises questions about the utility's growth efficiency, even as its stock price has soared over 112% in five years.
Congress has approved $23 billion in initial funding for the ambitious Golden Dome missile defense initiative, yet the absence of a detailed spending blueprint from the Pentagon is stalling progress and clouding investment prospects for 2026.
A proposed near-zero payment increase for Medicare Advantage plans by the Trump administration has blindsided Wall Street, erasing billions in market value and raising fears of a prolonged downturn for major health insurers.
Waste Management (NYSE:WM) announced a significant 14.5% dividend hike and a new $3 billion share buyback program, signaling confidence in its cash flow strength despite competitive pressures. The move comes as the waste giant continues to invest in renewable natural gas and automation to drive future growth.
Magellan Aerospace is capturing investor attention with a remarkable 132% surge in earnings per share and significant insider ownership, positioning the aerospace supplier as a standout in the industrial sector.
Visa is aggressively expanding its footprint beyond traditional card payments, launching new initiatives in stablecoin settlements, renter-focused commerce, and streamlined crypto-to-fiat conversions. These partnerships aim to embed Visa's network into the burgeoning worlds of blockchain-based finance and essential housing expenditures.
New satellite imagery shows Iran constructing roofs over bomb-damaged buildings at its Isfahan and Natanz nuclear facilities, a move analysts say is likely aimed at shielding recovery efforts from surveillance as international pressure mounts over Tehran's internal crackdown and nuclear ambitions.
The wealth management sector kicks off the year with strategic acquisitions and rebranding moves. Corient expands its Silicon Valley footprint, Carson integrates a long-time partner, and Cetera lures a team from Raymond James, highlighting the ongoing consolidation and competition for advisor talent.
The FDA clearance of Spectrum Dynamics' Veritas.AI platform marks a significant step forward for nuclear imaging, promising to cut scan times in half and enhance image clarity for critical applications like cancer theranostics.
London-based Silphium Asset Management has liquidated its entire $6.2 million position in the Vanguard Long-Term Corporate Bond ETF (VCLT), a move that raises questions about institutional appetite for long-duration credit amid shifting economic forecasts.
Florida-based Seacoast Banking Corporation (SBCF) capped off 2025 with robust loan growth and margin expansion, fueled by its recent acquisition of Villages Bancorporation. Management outlined confident guidance for the coming year, forecasting significant earnings per share growth and improved returns.
Spotify and major record labels have filed a staggering $13 trillion lawsuit against Anna's Archive, alleging the platform facilitated the theft of metadata and audio files representing nearly all commercial recordings. The case raises profound questions about digital piracy and copyright enforcement in the streaming era.
After two challenging years, Flagstar Bancorp (NYSE: FBC) reported a return to profitability in the fourth quarter of 2025, posting adjusted net income of $30 million. Executives outlined a strategic shift towards commercial lending and a strengthened balance sheet as key drivers for future performance.
Realty Income, the renowned monthly dividend payer, is making a strategic pivot by acquiring industrial assets in Mexico and establishing a new fee-based asset management business for institutional investors, signaling a significant expansion beyond its core U.S. retail net-lease portfolio.
The digital financial services giant SoFi reported blockbuster Q4 2025 results, surpassing $1 billion in quarterly revenue for the first time. Fueled by explosive member growth and a booming tech platform, CEO Anthony Noto outlined an ambitious roadmap into crypto, stablecoins, and AI, signaling a new phase of aggressive expansion beyond traditional banking.
Shares of Corcept Therapeutics plunged 16% after a corrected FDA letter disclosed the agency had repeatedly cautioned the company against filing its application for a Cushing's syndrome drug, which was later rejected over efficacy and safety concerns.
Karat Packaging Inc. (NASDAQ: KRT) showcases a consistent 18% return on capital employed, outperforming its industry. Yet, as capital investment grows, analysts debate whether the sustainable packaging firm can accelerate value creation for shareholders seeking multi-bagger potential.
SoFi Technologies capped off a transformative 2025 with its first billion-dollar revenue quarter, fueled by explosive member growth and a strategic pivot toward fee-based services. As the digital finance leader sets ambitious targets for 2026, analysts are weighing its 'one-stop-shop' model against an evolving economic landscape.
Energy giant Drax has secured a decade-long tolling agreement with Fidra Energy for a new 250MW battery storage system in Nottinghamshire, marking a capital-light expansion of its flexible generation portfolio as the UK races to decarbonise.
A revised price target for Invesco Mortgage Capital (IVR) is prompting investors to reassess the mortgage REIT's trajectory amid evolving interest rate expectations and housing market dynamics.
