While market darlings come and go, a select group of companies achieves sustained outperformance through a powerful trifecta: rising sales, expanding profitability, and efficient capital use. We examine three such names that have delivered triple-digit returns over the past five years.
First Citizens BancShares delivered Q4 revenue and adjusted EPS above analyst forecasts, yet its stock fell. While management pointed to strong fundamentals, analysts probed pressures on margins, tech spending, and integration challenges.
The healthcare sector has surged 17.4% in six months, outpacing the S&P 500. While demographic trends fuel long-term growth, regulatory hurdles and valuation concerns demand selective investing. We analyze one company built for decades of returns and two where investors should tread carefully.
Cullen/Frost Bankers (NYSE: CFR) reported robust fourth-quarter results, beating analyst estimates on earnings and revenue. The Texas-based regional bank also announced a new $300 million share repurchase program and raised its guidance, fueling a debate on whether its current valuation fully reflects its growth trajectory.
Atlassian confronts a mounting identity theft campaign targeting its systems while rival Anthropic launches a competing AI collaboration tool, adding pressure to a stock already down over 50% in the past year.
President Trump's surprise nomination of former Fed Governor Kevin Warsh to lead the central bank sends mixed signals to investors, stirring debate over future monetary policy and market stability.
President Trump's revival of Nixon-era 'madman theory' tactics—mixing calibrated military strikes with extreme threats—aims to force Iranian concessions without full-scale war. But as Tehran perceives an existential threat, analysts warn the high-stakes gamble risks a catastrophic miscalculation.
The Islamic State group has claimed a coordinated attack on a key airbase near Niamey's international airport, amid escalating tensions after Niger's junta leader pointed fingers at France, Benin, and Ivory Coast.
Financial services firm Lazard (LAZ) reported better-than-expected fourth-quarter results, driven by record advisory fees and robust asset growth, signaling resilience in a challenging market.
CNBC's Jim Cramer questions Meta's direction, citing investor skepticism over its AI strategy and spending. Yet strong Q4 earnings reveal a more complex financial picture, sparking debate on Wall Street.
President Trump's dismissal of concerns over the dollar's decline has accelerated a sell-off, sending the greenback to multi-year lows and triggering record-breaking rallies in gold and silver as markets question U.S. currency policy.
A new Morgan Stanley report indicates Amazon is in early discussions with select shippers about its planned Less-Than-Truckload service, set to launch this summer, posing a potential long-term challenge to established carriers.
Waste Management (NYSE:WM) announced a significant 14.5% dividend hike and a new $3 billion share buyback program, signaling confidence in its cash flow strength despite competitive pressures. The move comes as the waste giant continues to invest in renewable natural gas and automation to drive future growth.
Axon Enterprise stock fell sharply this week, caught in a sector-wide downturn for software stocks driven by AI disruption fears and valuation concerns, despite a lack of company-specific negative news.
ExxonMobil and Chevron signal that significant investment in Venezuela's vast oil reserves hinges on clearer legal and fiscal stability, despite recent political changes and White House pressure.
Venture capitalist Chamath Palihapitiya scored a monumental win with Nvidia's $20.6 billion purchase of AI chipmaker Groq, yet the investor reveals a profound sense of melancholy, highlighting the psychological complexities behind blockbuster deals.
eBay is navigating a complex transition, implementing new ad fees and AI restrictions while doubling down on sustainability. These moves are reshaping the marketplace dynamics for sellers and investors alike.
As gold and the popular GLD ETF hit historic highs, retail and institutional investors alike are grappling with a critical question: is this a sustainable shift or a speculative peak? We examine the drivers behind the surge and the debate on what comes next.
A new survey reveals retention, AI integration, and manager development remain top HR priorities for 2026, but a stark divide emerges between strategic intent and actionable plans.
Samsung Electronics unveils new on-device privacy controls for Galaxy users and a special Olympic Edition of its foldable phone, aiming to strengthen its brand and ecosystem ahead of the 2026 Winter Games, as its stock continues a strong run.
