Fluor Corporation's planned exit from its NuScale Power stake promises a major cash infusion, but analysts question whether it fundamentally alters the engineering giant's exposure to the boom-and-bust cycles of the construction industry.
Franklin Resources Inc. (BEN) reported stronger-than-expected Q1 2026 earnings, driven by robust client inflows into its core funds and a surging ETF platform, signaling a successful expansion beyond its traditional fixed-income strengths.
RBC Capital has increased its price target for Morgan Stanley to $207, following the firm's strong fourth-quarter results driven by its diversified business lines, particularly a record-setting Wealth Management division.
RBC Capital maintains an Outperform rating on Invesco (IVZ) but has lowered its price target to $33, following the asset manager's mixed fourth-quarter earnings. The firm's long-term outlook remains positive, forecasting significant margin expansion driven by operating leverage.
Two major analysts have trimmed price targets for Bank of America following its Q4 earnings, citing revised provision estimates and a pause in share repurchases, even as the bank beat profit expectations.
JPMorgan Chase & Co. reported stronger-than-expected fourth-quarter earnings, driven by lower expenses and credit provisions. However, a miss in investment banking revenue triggered a sell-off, highlighting investor focus on future growth drivers amid a mixed economic outlook.
KeyBanc Capital Markets has upgraded Watts Water Technologies (NYSE: WTS) from Sector Weight to Overweight, setting a $340 price target. The firm cites a robust 2026 growth trajectory, strategic acquisitions, and what it views as a market undervaluation of the water infrastructure specialist's prospects.
Despite plunging to multi-year lows, Litecoin is seeing sustained demand from payment gateways, privacy features, and long-term accumulation, suggesting a potential foundation for recovery amid a brutal market.
The French wine group, home to labels like Lanson and Philipponnat, saw revenue fall nearly 9% in 2025, underperforming a declining Champagne market as economic pressures and promotional battles squeeze margins.
After more than 30 years in the U.S. market, sustainable packaging leader Eco-Products officially launches its full portfolio in the UK via a strategic partnership with its sister company Vegware, offering reusable, recyclable, and compostable solutions to foodservice businesses.
Harvard Bioscience announces the closure of its Holliston, MA manufacturing facility, shifting operations to Minneapolis and Europe by 2027. The move, part of a strategic consolidation, is projected to yield $4 million in annual savings but raises concerns over local job losses and the state's business climate.
Twin Disc, Incorporated announces a $0.04 per share dividend payable in March, but a history of cuts and a high earnings payout ratio raise flags for income-focused investors.
The merger, set to create a premier gold-copper producer, targets significant production growth by 2026 and will maintain its headquarters in Vancouver under the Eldorado banner.
Morgan Stanley has increased its price target for Edison International (EIX) to $61, citing the utility's progress on debt reduction and wildfire cost securitization, even as it maintains a cautious Underweight rating. The move comes alongside a broader reassessment of the North American utilities sector.
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.
RBC Capital has trimmed its price target for EOG Resources, citing a more conservative long-term view on oil prices. The adjustment reflects lowered 2026 WTI forecasts and impacts the shale producer's earnings and cash flow projections.
Bank of America reaffirms its Buy rating on Delta Air Lines with an $80 price target, highlighting the airline's conservative earnings guidance for 2026 against a backdrop of resilient premium travel demand.
Despite a wave of bearish sentiment engulfing the liquefied natural gas sector, Cheniere Energy (NYSE: LNG) has received consecutive analyst upgrades. Jefferies and Wolfe Research argue the market has overcorrected, seeing value in the leading U.S. LNG exporter ahead of its Q4 earnings.
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.
