While Honeywell International maintains a stable 13% return on capital, its five-year trend of flat growth and capital deployment suggests the industrial giant has entered a mature, low-growth phase, dimming its appeal for investors seeking explosive returns.
As Bob Iger prepares to pass the CEO baton, his successor inherits a media empire at a crossroads. While theme parks thrive, the new leader must navigate streaming wars, a declining linear TV business, industry consolidation, and the unpredictable impact of AI on creativity.
Sanctuary Wealth has appointed Marissa Fox-Foley, former CMO of Choreo, as its new Chief Marketing Officer. She is tasked with scaling the hybrid RIA's marketing capabilities and driving digital transformation across its network of partner firms.
As DoorDash sits out this year's Big Game, Uber Eats launches a dual-screen strategy featuring Matthew McConaughey and an interactive app experience, hoping to convert viewer engagement into crucial user growth.
As the Trump administration's aggressive tariff policies persist, longstanding U.S. trade partners are accelerating deals with each other, seeking to reduce economic dependence on Washington. This shift risks diminishing U.S. influence and could lead to higher domestic prices, analysts warn.
Hanmi Financial Corporation (NASDAQ:HAFC) announced a dividend increase to $0.28 per share, lifting its yield to 4.1%. While the move highlights the bank's strong earnings and cash flow, analysts note its mixed dividend history and the broader challenges facing regional lenders.
In a decisive move to streamline operations and bolster its financial health, Hain Celestial Group has agreed to sell its North American snacks portfolio to family-owned Canadian firm Snackruptors. The deal marks the first major step following a comprehensive strategic review launched last year.
In a notable departure from typical market structures, retail investors collectively hold a commanding 50% stake in FB Bancorp (NASDAQ:FBLA), granting them significant sway over corporate decisions, while institutions control 46%. This ownership breakdown raises questions about governance and stock stability for the regional bank.
Imperial Oil Limited (TSE:IMO) announces an increased quarterly dividend to CA$0.87 per share, continuing a multi-year trend of robust dividend growth supported by strong earnings and reinvestment plans.
After a punishing year of underperformance, Salesforce is winning back analyst favor. Strong quarterly results and surging demand for its AI platform, Agentforce, are fueling renewed optimism and significant price target upgrades.
Director of National Intelligence Tulsi Gabbard has formally explained her presence at a contentious FBI search of Fulton County election offices, stating she acted under presidential request and her statutory authority. The move has drawn scrutiny from top congressional Democrats and raised questions about the boundaries of her role.
Amid escalating trade tensions and tariff threats from the Trump administration, longstanding U.S. partners are accelerating negotiations with each other, seeking to reduce economic dependence on Washington. This shift towards diversification could erode U.S. influence and has already contributed to a weakening dollar, raising concerns about long-term financial stability.
Southwest Airlines reported fourth-quarter earnings that edged past analyst expectations, though revenue came in slightly below target. The carrier outlined an ambitious fleet renewal plan and issued bullish full-year guidance, signaling confidence in a robust recovery ahead.
Shareholders of both Coeur Mining and New Gold have voted decisively in favor of a merger that will create a major North American precious metals producer, with the deal now awaiting final regulatory approvals.
CarGurus executives signal strategic investment push at a recent conference, forecasting a margin dip for 2026 to fuel long-term growth, leaving Wall Street analysts divided on the stock's near-term trajectory.
Divergent analyst ratings on Incyte Corp highlight the debate over the biotech's valuation and its ability to transition beyond its flagship drug Jakafi, with price targets ranging from $107 to $118.
U.S. insurer Radian Group has finalized its $1.67 billion cash acquisition of Lloyd's of London specialist Inigo, a strategic move that diversifies its business beyond mortgage insurance and is projected to significantly boost earnings and revenue.
Lyft is preparing to launch 'Lyft Teen,' a new service aimed at riders aged 13-17, complete with enhanced safety features. The move, reported by Bloomberg, comes after rival Uber successfully debuted a similar offering in 2023.
RF chipmaker Qorvo reported stronger-than-expected third-quarter earnings, driven by demand in its mobile and infrastructure segments. However, a subdued forecast for the current quarter, linked to anticipated seasonal softness from key customer Apple, has tempered investor enthusiasm.
Antero Resources has completed a $750 million senior notes offering to finance its pending purchase of HG Energy II assets, a move analysts view as a strategic consolidation play in the Appalachian Basin amid mixed price target revisions.
