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KeyBanc Upgrades Watts Water to Overweight, Sees $340 Target as 2026 Outlook 'Too Compelling to Ignore'

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.

Feb 3, 2026

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Analysts See Clear Waters Ahead for Pool Corporation as Housing Market Thaws

Baird upgrades Pool Corp to Outperform, citing cyclical recovery and resilient discretionary spending in the pool and outdoor living sector, with a price target of $320.

Feb 3, 2026

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Applied Industrial Posts Strong Sales but Narrower Margins, KeyBanc Stays Bullish

Industrial distributor Applied Industrial Technologies (AIT) reported a 8.4% revenue jump in its fiscal Q2, though higher costs and demand volatility prompted a key analyst to trim its price target while maintaining a positive long-term outlook.

Feb 3, 2026

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Brazil Emerges as Global Leader in Real-World Asset Tokenization, Surpassing $100M Milestone

A landmark $100 million in tokenized real-world assets on the XDC Network, led by fintech Liqi, signals Brazil's shift from blockchain pilots to institutional-scale adoption, outpacing many developed economies.

Feb 3, 2026

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Champagne Giant Lanson-BCC Reports Steep Revenue Drop Amid Sector-Wide Headwinds

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.

Feb 3, 2026

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Circle's USDC Powers Record $10 Trillion Stablecoin Month, But Wall Street Sours on the Stock

Despite processing over $8.4 trillion in January—dwarfing traditional card networks—Circle's share price continues its steep decline, highlighting a stark divide between booming on-chain utility and skeptical market valuation.

Feb 3, 2026

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Corning's Meteoric Rise: Wall Street's Cautious Cheer for the Glass Giant

While Corning's stock has more than doubled in the past year, dramatically outpacing the broader market, analyst sentiment reveals a nuanced, slightly tempered optimism about its future trajectory.

Feb 3, 2026

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Eco-Products Makes UK Debut Through Vegware Partnership, Expanding Sustainable Packaging Access

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.

Feb 3, 2026

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Meta Platforms: Poised for a 2026 Rebound After a Turbulent Year

Despite robust revenue growth in 2025, Meta Platforms' stock underperformed the market. With a strategic pivot towards high-return AI investments and new advertising frontiers, analysts see the social media giant as attractively valued for a potential comeback this year.

Feb 3, 2026

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Starbucks' Turnaround Bid Gains Traction, But Lofty Valuation Raises Eyebrows

After years of stagnation and leadership churn, Starbucks shows signs of a nascent recovery under CEO Brian Niccol. While strategic shifts are yielding early results, the stock's premium valuation gives many analysts pause.

Feb 3, 2026

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Hancock Whitney Boosts Quarterly Dividend to $0.50, Signaling Financial Strength and Shareholder Commitment

The Gulf Coast regional bank announces a dividend increase, with analysts highlighting its sustainable payout ratio and earnings growth trajectory as key indicators of robust financial health.

Feb 3, 2026

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Repay Holdings' Five-Year Slump: A Cautionary Tale for Long-Term Investors

Despite respectable revenue growth, shareholders in the payment solutions provider have seen their investment erode by 87% over half a decade, highlighting the perils of holding onto underperforming stocks.

Feb 3, 2026

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Armada Hoffler Properties Stock Slump: Long-Term Shareholders Face 32% Loss Amid Market Surge

While the broader real estate market has rallied, investors in Armada Hoffler Properties (NYSE: AHH) have seen their holdings decline sharply over a three-year period, with total shareholder returns lagging far behind market averages. We examine the fundamentals behind the underperformance.

Feb 3, 2026

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Twin Disc Declares Quarterly Dividend Amid Questions Over Long-Term Payout Sustainability

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.

Feb 3, 2026

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Beyond 60/40: The 'Permanent Portfolio' Posts Best Decade Since 1990s, Notches 23% Gain in 2025

Bank of America highlights the resurgence of a classic, all-weather asset mix—25% each in stocks, bonds, gold, and cash—as it delivers its strongest 10-year performance in over three decades, challenging the dominance of traditional balanced strategies.

Feb 3, 2026

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Beyond the Aisles: How Costco's Gas Stations Turn Membership Fees into Fuel Savings Across America

A new analysis reveals that Costco's discounted gasoline can more than offset the annual membership cost for drivers in major U.S. cities, with savings varying dramatically by location.

Feb 3, 2026

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Bankruptcy Breakthrough: Biden-Era Reforms Quietly Ease Student Debt Relief, Yet Awareness Lags

A landmark shift in bankruptcy policy has dramatically improved success rates for student loan borrowers seeking discharge. Despite its efficacy, experts warn that a critical lack of awareness and lingering skepticism among attorneys is preventing a debt-laden generation from accessing this vital lifeline.

Feb 3, 2026

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New Fed Chair Unlikely to Deliver Swift Relief for Mortgage Rates, Analysts Warn

Despite the nomination of a Fed chair seen as more dovish, structural factors and market complexities mean prospective homebuyers should not expect a dramatic drop in borrowing costs this year.

Feb 3, 2026

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Bitcoin's Price Slide Puts Miners on Edge: Antpool Data Reveals Widespread Shutdown Risk

As Bitcoin hovers near $78,000, data from mining pool Antpool indicates a significant portion of the network's hardware is operating at razor-thin margins. A further decline could trigger a wave of shutdowns among mid-tier miners, with potential ripple effects for network security and market dynamics.

Feb 3, 2026

Why Age 67 Emerges as a Strategic Sweet Spot for Social Security Claims

Amid a trend toward early filing, financial experts highlight the often-overlooked advantages of claiming Social Security benefits at full retirement age.

Feb 3, 2026