As markets navigate a new year, analysts are eyeing potential outperformers. Amazon, BeOne Medicines, and Enterprise Products Partners emerge as compelling picks, each backed by distinct catalysts from AI to biotech breakthroughs.
Amidst the allure of high-growth tech narratives, Acsion (JSE:ACS) presents a case for steady, profitable growth. With strong insider alignment and improving margins, does this property-focused stock warrant a closer look from discerning investors?
A senior Iranian official has refuted earlier media claims that the Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC) Navy would conduct live-fire military exercises in the vital Strait of Hormuz this week, calling the reports inaccurate.
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.
Samsung Electronics has launched a special edition Galaxy Z Flip7 for the 2026 Winter Olympics, packed with AI-powered translation and athlete-centric features, while also previewing new on-screen privacy controls designed to thwart 'shoulder surfing'. These dual announcements underscore the tech giant's push to blend high-profile partnerships with user-centric innovation as it seeks to differentiate in a competitive market.
Driven by robust subscriber growth, a surge in free cash flow, and a new $10 billion buyback plan, AT&T's stock rallied over 10% this week, signaling renewed investor confidence in the telecom giant's convergence strategy.
Archer Aviation secures a pivotal agreement with Serbia to supply its electric air taxis for EXPO 2027, marking a significant step into the European market and sparking discussions on its path to commercialization and valuation.
Facing a significant stock decline and a challenging Medicare Advantage outlook, UnitedHealth Group announces leadership changes and a 'Back to Basics' operational reset, aiming to stabilize its core business amid shifting market dynamics.
D-Wave Quantum solidifies its dual-platform strategy with the acquisition of Quantum Circuits, announces multi-million dollar enterprise contracts, and relocates its headquarters from Silicon Valley to Florida, marking a significant shift in its operational and market focus.
Truist Financial taps debt markets with a multi-billion dollar issuance, aiming to strengthen its funding base while sustaining shareholder returns amidst a shifting interest rate landscape.
Verizon Communications stock jumped over 11% after reporting its best customer gains in years, defying expectations that subscriber growth would come at the expense of profitability. The telecom giant's Q4 results suggest a more aggressive market stance under CEO Dan Schulman.
The Hartford Financial Services Group reported robust fourth-quarter and full-year 2025 results, driven by profitable underwriting growth, higher investment income, and disciplined capital management. CEO Chris Swift outlined a strategic shift towards an "AI-first" operational model while signaling confidence in sustained margins and growth across business and personal lines.
Despite political pressure and vast reserves, U.S. oil majors ExxonMobil and Chevron are taking a cautious stance on new spending in Venezuela, demanding legal stability and fiscal reforms before committing fresh capital, even as they signal long-term interest.
Despite reporting stronger annual profits and lower charge-offs, LendingClub's stock faces significant pressure following its shift to fair value accounting and the launch of new growth initiatives like home improvement loans.
Littelfuse shares rallied sharply following the closure of its Basler Electric acquisition, alongside stronger-than-expected Q1 2026 sales guidance and a new dividend declaration, despite posting a significant net loss for Q4 2025.
While Nvidia's stock has been a powerhouse of the AI revolution, investors seeking meaningful dividend income face a daunting math problem. We break down the numbers and what they reveal about the chipmaker's priorities.
As the restaurant industry navigates post-2025 challenges of traffic recovery and margin pressure, the franchise model emerges as a defensive cornerstone for investors, offering scalability and predictable cash flows.
Singapore-listed construction firm Keong Hong Holdings reports a significant 42% rise in returns on capital employed over five years, signaling improved operational efficiency even as its asset base shrinks.
Bank of America has revised its price target for consumer goods giant Kimberly-Clark downward, citing sector-wide valuation pressures, even as the company reports resilient earnings and advances its transformation into a broader health and wellness player.
Deutsche Bank reported meeting its key 2025 financial objectives, including a 10.3% return on tangible equity, and outlined a path to boost profitability above 13% by 2028. The update, delivered during a fixed income call, highlighted revenue growth, cost discipline, and a strengthened balance sheet, even as management signaled caution on parts of the commercial real estate market.
