Despite a sharp sell-off following a key clinical trial setback, Bausch Health's significant stake in Bausch + Lomb and pipeline catalysts present a potential opportunity for patient value investors.
Shares of Altron Limited (JSE:AEL) have climbed 11% in three months. We examine whether the company's fundamentals, particularly its robust earnings growth and shareholder returns, support the recent momentum, despite a return on equity that lags the industry.
Asian markets traded unevenly Wednesday, mirroring Wall Street's tech-led decline, while gold and silver prices rebounded sharply as investors sought safety amid renewed geopolitical and economic uncertainty.
Despite operational setbacks at a key North American plant and tepid sweetener demand, Ingredion reported record full-year operating income and EPS for 2025, driven by strength in its texture and health-focused solutions. The company eyes growth in protein fortification and clean-label ingredients while guiding for a challenging first quarter in 2026.
Illinois Tool Works (ITW) reported a strong finish to 2025, driven by its Enterprise Initiatives which propelled operating margins to a record high. The diversified manufacturer forecasts continued earnings growth and margin expansion for the coming year, despite a mixed end-market landscape.
Jacobs Solutions (J) kicked off fiscal 2026 with a stronger-than-anticipated first quarter, driven by record backlog and double-digit growth in key sectors. The company has responded by raising its annual guidance and accelerating shareholder returns.
Despite a challenging environment of soft demand and tariff volatility, industrial distributor W.W. Grainger met its 2025 financial targets. The company is betting on technology investments and strategic focus to drive margin improvement and double-digit EPS growth in the year ahead.
H&R Block's fiscal Q2 revenue climbed 11% to $199 million, driven by higher tax filing volumes and pricing. CEO Curtis Campbell points to new tax law complexity and strategic tech investments as key growth drivers, while the company reaffirms its full-year outlook.
Hong Kong's CK Hutchison Holdings has initiated international arbitration against Panama following a Supreme Court ruling that voided its concession to operate key ports at the Panama Canal. The move escalates a geopolitical and commercial dispute over control of the vital waterway, with the Panamanian government assuring operations continue 'without disruption.'
The Duke of York has reportedly vacated his long-term Windsor residence for a temporary home on the royal Sandringham estate, as pressure mounts following the latest release of court documents linked to financier Jeffrey Epstein.
Despite producing critically acclaimed electric vehicles that rival Tesla in performance, Lucid Group faces mounting financial pressures, casting a shadow over its investment appeal.
Once a sprawling media conglomerate, Grupo Televisa has transformed into a focused connectivity and content player. With its shares trading at a steep discount to book value and key assets like the profitable ViX platform overlooked, analysts see a compelling bull case ahead of the 2026 FIFA World Cup.
Despite a recent 8.2% slide in its share price, MClean Technologies Berhad (KLSE:MCLEAN) presents a compelling case for value investors. With a Return on Equity (ROE) significantly outpacing the industry average and a strong track record of earnings growth, analysts question if the market has overlooked the firm's underlying strength.
Boyd Gaming (NYSE:BYD) is scheduled to release its fourth-quarter financial results after market close on Thursday, with analysts projecting a slight revenue dip but sustained profitability. Investors are watching whether the casino and hospitality operator can extend its streak of topping revenue forecasts.
All eyes are on Peloton Interactive as it prepares to release its fourth-quarter earnings. With subscriber numbers under pressure and the stock down sharply, investors are looking for signs of a sustainable turnaround.
The healthcare-focused social network Doximity (DOCS) is scheduled to release its quarterly financial results after Thursday's market close. Investors are watching to see if the company can maintain its history of outperforming expectations despite a challenging environment for tech stocks.
Reinsurance Group of America (NYSE: RGA) is set to release its quarterly earnings after the bell on Thursday. Investors are watching closely to see if the life reinsurance leader can maintain its strong track record of topping revenue estimates, even as the broader insurance sector faces headwinds.
A recent stock sale by a top Morgan Stanley executive and the firm's public commentary on shifting global trade patterns are offering investors a dual lens into the bank's strategic positioning and risk assessment.
Opera's strategic partnership with Tether to integrate USDT and Tether Gold into its MiniPay wallet, coupled with a significant upward revision of its 2025 revenue guidance, is positioning the browser company as a serious contender in the emerging markets fintech space. This move underscores a pivot from pure browsing to becoming a gateway for digital asset transactions.
Merck & Co. is reinforcing its core therapeutic pillars through a strategic equity investment in Eikon Therapeutics and a global oncology partnership with Guardant Health, while also spearheading efforts to expand access to Ebola vaccines.
