Devon Energy and Coterra Energy announce a definitive all-stock merger, poised to create a dominant U.S. shale operator with an enterprise value of $58 billion and headquarters in Houston.
The Bank of England is launching a public consultation this spring to foster competition in retail payments, aiming to introduce direct account-to-account payment options that could challenge Visa and Mastercard's dominance and lower costs for smaller businesses.
Two prominent breakfast-focused restaurant groups, a Denny's franchisee in Florida and Taste of Belgium in Ohio, have filed for Chapter 11 bankruptcy, highlighting broader pressures on the casual dining sector as consumer spending tightens.
While the broader market has surged, Ambarella shareholders have watched their investment erode over a half-decade, with a recent $179 million weekly loss intensifying the pain. We examine the underlying business metrics behind the chipmaker's prolonged decline.
Amidst a resilient broader market, investors are scouring Europe for overlooked opportunities. We examine three sub-€50 million market cap companies—Componenta, Duell Oyj, and Cherry SE—that combine niche market positions with evolving financial stories, offering potential for growth-oriented portfolios.
Meridian Corporation (NASDAQ: MRBK) announced an increase in its quarterly dividend payout to $0.14 per share, scheduled for February 17. The move comes as the regional bank's stock has surged 30% over the past quarter, though analysts urge caution regarding its long-term earnings trajectory.
A social media joke comparing the price of a fast-food sandwich to Ethereum's performance has struck a nerve with crypto investors. We examine the numbers behind the meme and what it reveals about market sentiment after a turbulent five-year cycle.
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.
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.
The parent company of Fatburger, Johnny Rockets, and Twin Peaks has filed for bankruptcy, closing 32 corporate-owned restaurants as it grapples with over $1.3 billion in defaulted debt and seeks to restructure.
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.
National Bank Holdings' fourth-quarter earnings were clouded by one-time charges from its Vista Bank acquisition and problem loan resolutions. Management framed the 'noisy' period as a strategic reset, aiming to position the bank for stronger performance in the coming year.
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.
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.
New Phase II trial data for roflumilast cream indicates a favorable safety profile and significant improvement in disease severity for infants with mild to moderate eczema, addressing a critical gap in pediatric dermatology.
Shares of Pilgrim's Pride Corporation (NASDAQ:PPC) have surged 17% in the last quarter, outpacing the broader market. This analysis delves into the key financial metric driving investor optimism—Return on Equity (ROE)—and examines whether the stock's rally is built on sustainable fundamentals or ripe for a correction.
