Bernstein analyst Alexia Howard has lowered the price target for General Mills (GIS) to $53, citing a tempered near-term outlook after management discussions. The food giant reaffirmed its full-year guidance but warned of persistent challenges ahead.
Wolfe Research upgrades Target (TGT) to 'Peer Perform,' citing an improved risk-reward balance as operational progress offsets a lowered earnings outlook. DA Davidson also raises its price target, highlighting margin recovery potential.
Verizon Communications Inc. (VZ) reported better-than-expected fourth-quarter earnings and revenue, fueled by a significant surge in wireless subscriber additions. The telecom giant also provided an optimistic outlook for 2026, forecasting earnings growth and robust cash flow.
BMO Capital has increased its price target for Allstate (NYSE: ALL) from $244 to $249, maintaining a Buy rating. The firm points to lower catastrophe losses and a significant drop in reinsurance costs as key drivers for improved earnings visibility through 2026/27.
AT&T's fourth-quarter earnings surpassed Wall Street forecasts, driven by strong growth in its fiber internet business and resilient wireless subscriber additions, signaling a steady turnaround for the telecom giant.
Bank of America has upgraded Comcast (CMCSA) to 'Buy' and raised its price target to $37, citing the media giant's strategic reorganization and potential to shed a long-standing 'conglomerate discount' as it prepares NBCUniversal for new partnerships or a sale.
Analyst firm BTIG maintains a Neutral stance on PayPal ahead of its Q4 2025 report, citing a 19% stock decline since last quarter and a projected slowdown in growth for the coming fiscal year.
JPMorgan Chase has adjusted its rating on Principal Financial Group from Overweight to Neutral, citing more attractive opportunities elsewhere in the life insurance space. The firm maintains a $103 price target and acknowledges PFG's strong fundamentals.
S&P 500 and Nasdaq futures edged higher Tuesday morning, buoyed by a stronger-than-expected reading on U.S. manufacturing activity. The January ISM PMI reading of 52.6 suggests the sector is expanding, though steady Treasury yields near 4.27% remind markets that the Federal Reserve's higher-for-longer rate stance remains a headwind for some sectors.
Panera Bread is closing its fresh dough production facility in Franklin, Massachusetts this spring, resulting in permanent layoffs for 92 employees as the chain transitions to a third-party baking model.
Morgan Stanley reiterates its Equalweight rating on HSBC Holdings with a HK$13.15 price target, projecting strong net interest income for 2025 driven by HIBOR recovery and deposit growth, while highlighting the bank's sustained capital return plans.
Hong Kong-listed GR Life Style has inked a strategic deal with Mingzhi Medical Technology to venture into AI-driven oncology and digital health platforms. The move has ignited investor debate, as the company's lofty valuation appears to bank heavily on future potential rather than its current, loss-making fundamentals.
Analysis of Boralex's financial metrics reveals a troubling trend of falling returns on capital employed, coinciding with a significant drop in share price over the past five years, raising questions about its growth strategy.
Dover Corporation concludes a massive $1.04 billion share repurchase while projecting measured growth for 2026, signaling a firm commitment to shareholder returns amidst ongoing earnings volatility. We analyze what this disciplined capital strategy means for investors.
Unusually high options activity signals investor focus on Match Group's upcoming earnings, as improving Tinder metrics clash with long-term share price declines and rising competition in the dating app space.
Trulieve Cannabis Corp. has secured an additional $60 million in senior secured notes, bringing its total debt issuance to $200 million. The move comes as the multi-state operator's stock shows significant long-term gains despite recent volatility, raising questions about its valuation amid a complex regulatory landscape.
Shares of environmental services provider Enviri (NVRI) have surged over 100% in the past year, fueled by improving financials and a strategic corporate overhaul. As the stock hovers near $19, investors are grappling with whether the rally has legs or if the market has already priced in its ambitious turnaround plan.
WESCO International's stock has surged over 240% in five years, leaving investors to question if the rally has priced out future gains. A deep dive into valuation metrics reveals a complex picture, balancing strong momentum against fundamental assessments.
While Asia Pacific Wire & Cable (NASDAQ:APWC) achieved operational profitability, its shareholders endured a devastating 78% share price collapse over five years, highlighting the complex and often painful disconnect between business fundamentals and market performance.
Amid a cautious market environment, a select group of penny stocks boasting market capitalizations over US$800 million and distinct financial profiles are drawing scrutiny from growth-oriented investors seeking value beyond conventional blue chips.
