The London-listed publisher, known for the Harry Potter series, is showing notable improvement in its returns on capital employed, outpacing industry averages and signaling robust reinvestment potential for future growth.
The U.S. Food and Drug Administration has issued a complete response letter for Aquestive Therapeutics' oral film drug designed to treat severe allergic reactions, the company announced Monday, delaying a potential new option for millions at risk.
The payments giants Visa and Mastercard reported robust revenue and earnings growth for their latest quarters, though their premium valuations continue to spark investor debate on which offers the superior long-term opportunity.
After a prolonged period of U.S. dominance, international equities are staging a comeback. Analysts point to shifting fundamentals, attractive valuations, and a weakening dollar as tailwinds for emerging markets, with one Vanguard ETF positioned at the center of this transition.
A British Columbia court has given its final approval to Coeur Mining's planned acquisition of New Gold, moving the deal that will create a North American precious metals giant one step closer to its expected H1 2026 closing.
Former President Donald Trump has announced Kevin Warsh, a former Federal Reserve governor and economic advisor, as his pick to lead the central bank. The nomination comes as incumbent Chair Jerome Powell faces a federal investigation related to his congressional testimony.
Amazon's recent workforce reductions, bringing total corporate cuts to 30,000, reflect a broader shift in how layoffs are perceived. No longer framed as a sign of failure, they are increasingly presented as a strategic, forward-looking move to streamline operations and focus on priorities like AI, a narrative that resonates with investors despite the human impact.
A new discounted cash flow analysis suggests shares of the German industrial giant KION GROUP AG could be undervalued by nearly 30%, presenting a potential opportunity for investors amid broader market volatility.
Analysts at Piper Sandler have increased their price target for Permian Basin-focused producer Diamondback Energy (FANG) to $218, maintaining an Overweight rating. The move comes as the firm anticipates solid Q4 results for gas-focused companies, while oil producers navigate a tougher pricing environment.
Insurance brokerage giant Brown & Brown sees a key price target cut to $81 following its fourth-quarter earnings, which revealed robust fee growth but concerns over slowing organic revenue expansion.
Seaport Research analyst Scott Graham lowered Badger Meter's price target to $220 from $255, citing a slower sales pace in early 2025. The firm maintains a Buy rating, anticipating a stronger second half. The water technology company recently reported record annual sales and profits.
Truist Securities raises its price target on Huntington Bancshares (HBAN) following a robust Q4 performance, as the regional bank forecasts record interest income growth and benefits from improving industry tailwinds.
Barclays raises its price target on NorthWestern Energy Group (NWE) to $62, citing solid quarterly performance and strategic moves, including a pending merger with Black Hills Corporation, as the regulated utility reaffirms its long-term growth outlook.
UBS analyst Peter Grom increased his price target for Kimberly-Clark (KMB) to $110, citing steady core performance despite lingering Kenvue-related uncertainties, after the consumer goods giant reported better-than-expected quarterly profit driven by cost discipline and resilient demand.
TD Cowen raises Prudential Financial's price target to $113, maintaining a 'Hold' rating, as the insurer grapples with a misconduct scandal at its Japan life insurance unit affecting nearly 500 customers.
Stifel Nicolaus lowered its price target on Altria Group (MO) by $4 to $68, citing higher-than-expected operating costs. Despite near-term headwinds, the firm reaffirmed its Buy rating, pointing to the tobacco giant's resilient dividend profile and long-term earnings guidance.
Scotiabank has lowered its price target for Comcast (CMCSA), reflecting ongoing pressure in its core broadband business as the media giant reports higher-than-expected customer losses in Q4 and faces fierce competition from fiber and fixed-wireless rivals.
Wells Fargo lowered its price target on UnitedHealth Group (UNH) following its Q4 report and a disappointing Medicare rate proposal from regulators, highlighting pressures on the healthcare giant's key growth engine.
CIBC lowers OpenText's price target to $37, citing softer guidance and a watchful stance on the company's planned divestiture of non-core assets to sharpen its AI focus.
While a recent executive order aims to streamline AI rules, experts caution that customer experience teams face a complex transition—not a regulatory holiday—demanding stronger internal governance.
