T-Mobile, the telecommunications giant headquartered in Washington, has filed official notice of permanent layoffs affecting nearly 400 employees across its Bellevue, Bothell, and Woodinville offices, citing evolving business needs.
As large-cap stocks dominate headlines, a search for value turns to Asia's smaller players. We examine three companies—from logistics to tech to construction—that combine strong fundamentals with compelling valuations, offering potential for investors looking beyond the index giants.
Cocoa prices edged higher Monday, finding a brief respite from a prolonged slump as delivery slowdowns in top grower Ivory Coast triggered short-covering. However, the rally remains fragile, overshadowed by bulging global stocks, weak demand, and forecasts for a continued supply surplus.
Cocoa futures gained ground on Monday, reversing recent losses, as data showing reduced deliveries to ports in top-producer Ivory Coast triggered short-covering. The uptick comes despite a backdrop of ample global stocks and persistent demand weakness in key markets.
U.S. stocks advanced cautiously Monday as investors braced for a wave of corporate earnings reports, while crude oil prices tumbled sharply. The focus remains on key tech results and evolving geopolitical developments affecting global trade and energy markets.
Verizon Communications (VZ) surged nearly 12% after a robust Q4 2023 report, record postpaid growth, and a major share repurchase program. The telecom giant's confident 2026 outlook and strategic acquisition of Frontier assets signal a potential pivot, though questions about debt and valuation persist.
U.S. equities edged higher Monday, buoyed by a rebound in semiconductor and AI infrastructure stocks, alongside a surge in rare earth companies following a new strategic initiative. Gains were tempered by falling energy shares, cryptocurrency volatility, and ongoing concerns over a partial government shutdown.
A powerful but uncommon shift in market leadership is underway as small-caps, energy, and value stocks drive gains. While a sign of health, historical parallels to similar 'breadth' events often coincided with economic stress.
Investment firm CapWealth Advisors has significantly increased its stake in telecom provider Lumen Technologies, signaling confidence amid the company's strategic pivot towards enterprise and AI infrastructure.
Wall Street's top analysts made waves Monday with revised ratings on key stocks, highlighting a growing divergence in tech and retail outlooks as earnings season approaches.
Pzena Investment Management's Focused Value Strategy lagged behind its benchmark in Q4 2025, with semiconductor firm Skyworks Solutions cited as a key detractor. The fund's commentary highlights the challenges for value investing in a market dominated by AI and mega-cap stocks.
Investment firm Curreen Capital posted strong 2025 results, crediting its focus on undervalued 'ugly duckling' stocks. The fund's latest letter spotlights VF Corporation (VFC), the embattled owner of Vans and The North Face, as a potential turnaround play despite its shares falling over 20% in the past year.
After a punishing multi-year slump, materials stocks are showing signs of life in 2026. Dow and LyondellBasell, offering yields of 5% and 10.9% respectively, present a high-risk, high-reward proposition for income investors betting on a sector recovery.
As the TSX rides a wave of broad-based earnings optimism, a closer look reveals smaller companies, often miscategorized as 'penny stocks', that combine financial resilience with clear growth trajectories. We examine three such firms with market caps up to CA$700 million.
A combination of moderating inflation and resilient corporate earnings is setting the stage for sustained stability in stock markets, with the recent rally now encompassing small-caps, value stocks, and multiple sectors.
Analyst Joe Laetsch raises HF Sinclair's price target, highlighting favorable crude differentials and a recent $38 million acquisition aimed at expanding its lubricants business, as the refiner lands on a list of top low-risk dividend stocks.
Amid a mixed market landscape, corporate insiders are placing significant bets on select small-cap stocks. We analyze three companies where recent insider buying and strategic moves signal potential value, despite broader economic headwinds.
After a punishing year for many restaurant stocks, a seismic shift is underway. As inflation-weary diners become more selective, value and experience are trumping category labels, driving a surprising resurgence in casual dining while challenging the fast-casual model.
While small-cap stocks offer significant growth potential, their volatility demands careful selection. We analyze one standout and two struggling companies in the Russell 2000 index this week.
Amidst market swings, discerning volatile stocks with solid fundamentals from those prone to exaggerated downturns is key. We analyze three high-beta names: why Nutanix shows resilience, while Ralph Lauren and Cognex face headwinds that may test investor patience.
