Amid a market obsessed with artificial intelligence, investment firm Giverny Capital reveals a new position in Hawkins, Inc., a specialty chemicals manufacturer. We examine the rationale behind this contrarian bet and what it says about current market dynamics.
The Geely-owned electric vehicle maker Polestar has secured a major $400 million equity investment from a consortium led by Sumitomo Mitsui Banking Corporation and Standard Chartered Bank, signaling crucial financial backing as it navigates a competitive market.
India's latest budget proposes a high-level committee to reshape the financial landscape, alongside major reforms in foreign investment rules and bond markets, aiming to fuel the country's next growth phase.
Investment firm Giverny Capital has sold its position in auto-finance provider Credit Acceptance Corporation, citing a challenging market environment dominated by AI hype and large-cap tech outperformance. The move highlights a broader divergence between fundamental business performance and current investor sentiment.
The Qatar Investment Authority has backed a new $200 million fund by Shorooq Partners, aiming to inject institutional capital into the region's mature startups and bridge a critical funding hurdle on the path to public listings.
The European Commission has granted regulatory approval, concluding the acquisition of iconic Italian motorsports brand Dainese by asset management firms Arcmont and HPS Investment Partners, effectively placing ownership under major institutional investors.
A landmark tripartite agreement between financial heavyweight Schroders, battery leader CATL, and investment firm Lochpine Capital aims to deploy up to 10GWh of energy storage across Europe, marking a significant step in the continent's clean energy transition.
Despite a brutal 50% share price plunge over three months, Reitar Logtech Holdings (NASDAQ:RITR) exhibits underlying financial resilience. While its Return on Equity appears weak, the company's aggressive reinvestment strategy has fueled a remarkable 26% net income growth over five years, starkly outperforming its struggling industry. This analysis delves into the disconnect between short-term market sentiment and the firm's long-term operational engine.
A landmark investment proposal between AI titans Nvidia and OpenAI has stalled, with both companies reassessing terms amid internal concerns and a shifting competitive landscape, according to a Wall Street Journal report.
Foundation Investment Partners, through its platform Sustainable Packaging, has acquired Paper Converters, a Walterboro-based manufacturer of spiral-wound paper tubes and boards, marking a strategic consolidation in the eco-friendly packaging sector.
A recent revision to RenaissanceRe Holdings' official price target has refocused market attention on the reinsurer, highlighting how evolving analyst assumptions—rather than a specific number—are reshaping the investment narrative around the stock.
VEON is deepening its investment in Uzbekistan's digital economy with a new network operations center for Beeline and the launch of BuildX, a software and AI development unit. The moves signal a strategic pivot from traditional telecom services towards higher-margin digital offerings in Central Asia.
The refiner's journey from losses to profitability, marked by a rising Return on Capital Employed (ROCE), is drawing investor attention. While its 5.1% ROCE still lags the industry, the positive trajectory suggests strategic reinvestment is paying off.
The off-price retail giant TJX Companies is demonstrating remarkable capital efficiency, with its return on capital employed (ROCE) soaring to 31%—far outpacing industry averages—even without significant increases in capital investment over the past five years.
Footwear and accessories distributor Weyco Group is demonstrating a compelling financial trend: improving returns on its invested capital alongside increased reinvestment. This dual engine, analysts note, is a classic hallmark of companies capable of compounding value over time.
Pharmaceutical giant Eli Lilly announces a massive $3.5 billion investment in a new Pennsylvania manufacturing facility dedicated to next-generation weight-loss drugs, signaling a long-term strategic commitment to the obesity market amid intense competition.
ServiceNow accelerates its push into real-world AI automation, expanding key partnerships and retooling its global partner ecosystem to embed AI agents directly into enterprise workflows, as the company seeks to translate AI investment into tangible business value under investor pressure.
While a net cash position often signals financial resilience, it can also mask underlying weaknesses in growth and profitability. We examine three companies where ample cash on hand fails to translate into compelling investment cases, and explore what investors should look for instead.
While growth often requires investment, a sustained negative free cash flow can signal deep-seated issues. We examine three well-known companies where the cash burn warrants a cautious approach from investors.
The alternative investment manager faces heightened scrutiny as analysts project a slowdown in revenue growth ahead of Tuesday's earnings release, despite a history of recent beats.
