Goldman Sachs Group (GS) has approved a significant dividend increase and projects a robust earnings outlook for Corporate America, fueling debate over whether its strong share price momentum has outpaced its fundamental valuation.
A combination of moderating inflation and resilient corporate earnings is setting the stage for sustained stability in stock markets, with the recent rally now encompassing small-caps, value stocks, and multiple sectors.
Revvity (NYSE: RVTY) surged past fourth-quarter expectations and issued an upbeat 2026 outlook, driven by robust demand in its diagnostics division. The medical equipment maker's performance highlights a sector-wide resilience despite ongoing softness in academic research funding.
With its core search business resilient, cloud division soaring, and new AI deals like the Apple partnership taking shape, Alphabet enters its February 4 earnings report on a strong note, though regulatory and valuation concerns linger.
The S&P 500's 1.4% rise in January 2026 aligns with a decades-old market indicator, the 'January Barometer,' which historically signals strong full-year performance. Analysis of the past 40 years shows an 80% probability of gains through December following a positive January.
As markets look ahead to 2026, a mix of established giants and emerging players in AI and digital advertising present compelling opportunities for investors seeking both growth and value.
Amid broader market uncertainty, companies with high insider ownership and robust earnings forecasts can signal aligned interests and resilience. We examine three such UK-listed firms, from a gold miner to a convenience food giant, where those running the show have significant personal stakes.
Seagate Technology Holdings' stock surged following a strong fiscal Q2 report, fueled by robust demand from AI and data center markets. The company's revenue guidance and multi-year visibility for its advanced HAMR-based storage platform signal confidence in sustained growth, though execution risks remain.
Precious metals giant Fresnillo PLC has revised down its 2026 production targets for silver and gold, citing operational setbacks and revised mine plans. The guidance cut forces a fresh look at the company's valuation and near-term growth trajectory amid a volatile sector.
After a challenging transitional year in 2025, Navitas Semiconductor's pivot towards high-margin data center and industrial markets is expected to accelerate growth and deliver investor returns by 2026, despite near-term revenue pressures.
Shares of Deckers Outdoor Corp. surged nearly 20% following a robust quarterly report and an optimistic fiscal 2026 outlook, driven by exceptional performance from its UGG and HOKA footwear brands.
SanDisk Corporation's stock hit an all-time peak following a blockbuster earnings report for Q2 FY2026, fueled by surging demand for its storage solutions from the artificial intelligence sector.
Avnet's shares rallied sharply after the electronic components distributor reported better-than-expected quarterly revenue and raised its earnings guidance, driven by broad demand strength and improving profitability at its Farnell unit.
As tech volatility reshuffles investor priorities in early 2026, a screen for strength and analyst conviction highlights three dividend payers—from lithium to offshore drilling—that are already setting the pace.
After two punishing years, GitLab's shares have been battered by fears over AI's impact on coding. But with a strategic pivot to an AI-powered development platform and a resilient business model, 2026 could be the year the company turns the narrative around.
Trane Technologies (TT) shares rallied after the climate solutions leader posted Q4 2025 results that topped estimates, buoyed by robust bookings and a record backlog. The company's confident guidance for 2026 has fueled investor optimism, though its premium valuation is drawing scrutiny.
Extreme Networks reports Q2 revenue of $317.9M and net income of $7.9M, while launching an AI-integrated partner initiative aimed at streamlining sales and driving higher-margin software revenue.
Axon Enterprise prepares to report Q4 earnings under intense scrutiny, with its high-flying stock under pressure and a major AI acquisition hanging in the balance. Can its public safety tech expansion justify the premium?
Data security leader Commvault Systems saw its stock price collapse to a 52-week low following its Q3 report, a stark contrast to its strong revenue and earnings beat. The sell-off highlights investor sensitivity to valuation and future guidance in a cooling software sector.
Canadian National Railway reported robust fourth-quarter earnings and improved operational efficiency for 2025, yet management offered a more guarded, volume-dependent outlook for the coming year, citing persistent headwinds from tariffs and a volatile trade environment.
