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Business

Curreen Capital's 'Ugly Duckling' Strategy Delivers 31% Gain, Eyes VF Corp Amid Apparel Giant's Slump

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.

Feb 2, 2026

Business

Zions Bancorporation Greenlights $75M Share Buyback, Signaling Confidence Amid Sector Scrutiny

Zions Bancorporation has authorized a new $75 million stock repurchase program, a move analysts see as a bet on its undervalued shares and a commitment to shareholder returns as regional banks navigate a cautious regulatory environment.

Feb 2, 2026

Business

APA Corporation: Wall Street's Cautious Stance Amid Strong Performance

Despite outperforming key benchmarks, APA Corporation faces a wall of analyst skepticism. With shares already trading above the average price target, the energy producer's disciplined strategy collides with muted expectations for near-term gains.

Feb 2, 2026

Business

Ball Corporation Set to Report Q4 Earnings: Analysts Eye Revenue Growth Amid Packaging Sector Volatility

Packaging giant Ball Corporation (NYSE: BALL) is scheduled to release its quarterly earnings before Tuesday's market open. Investors are watching for signs of sustained growth as the industry navigates shifting demand and cost pressures.

Feb 2, 2026

Business

Kirby Corporation Sees Surge in Institutional Interest as Fundamentals and Money Flows Align

Kirby Corporation (KEX), a leading tank barge operator, is attracting significant institutional capital amid strong quarterly results and optimistic guidance, with its stock rising 11% year-to-date.

Jan 30, 2026

Business

Eupe Corporation Berhad: Is the Property Developer Trading at Fair Value?

A discounted cash flow analysis suggests Eupe Corporation Berhad (KLSE:EUPE) may be trading close to its intrinsic value. We examine the assumptions behind the numbers and what investors should consider beyond the model.

Jan 30, 2026

World

Florida Couple Files Lawsuit After IVF Mix-Up Results in Birth of Genetically Unrelated Child

A Florida couple is suing their fertility clinic after discovering the baby girl born via IVF is not genetically related to them, sparking a complex legal and ethical battle over parentage and clinic accountability.

Jan 30, 2026

Business

Olin Corporation: A Tale of Two Valuations as Stock Sends Mixed Signals

Olin Corporation's (NYSE: OLN) stock performance tells a conflicting story: a recent monthly gain contrasts sharply with steep multi-year declines. A deep dive into the numbers reveals a stark divide between cash flow-based and earnings-based valuation models, leaving investors to question where true value lies in the volatile chemicals sector.

Jan 30, 2026

Business

Beyond the Bottom Line: Alpha IVF's Cash Flow Concerns Cast Shadow on Reported Profits

While Alpha IVF Group Berhad's latest earnings disappointed the market, a deeper look reveals a significant accrual ratio, raising questions about the quality of its profits and the sustainability of its cash generation.

Jan 30, 2026

Business

Brookfield Business Partners Charts Course as a New Corporation After 'Excellent' Year

Brookfield Business Partners (BBU) reports a strong 2025 defined by strategic capital moves and operational gains across its portfolio. The company is on the cusp of a major corporate reorganization into a single listed entity, aiming to boost liquidity and attract a wider investor base.

Jan 30, 2026

Business

Barrick Bets Big: Doubling Down on Gold, Copper, and Shareholder Returns Amid Price Surge

Barrick Gold Corporation is strategically ramping up gold production to capitalize on high prices while simultaneously expanding its copper portfolio as a long-term hedge. The mining giant is also channeling robust profits back to investors through enhanced dividends and buybacks, following a period of stellar stock performance.

Feb 2, 2026

Business

Analysts Flag Potential Undervaluation in Savaria Shares, DCF Model Points to 35% Discount

A discounted cash flow analysis suggests Savaria Corporation's stock may be trading significantly below its intrinsic value, presenting a potential opportunity for investors. However, experts caution that valuation models are only one piece of the investment puzzle.

Feb 2, 2026

Business

Amphenol Sees Dual Analyst Upgrades, But Market Reaction Remains Muted

Amphenol Corporation (NYSE: APH), a key player in electronic connectors, received concurrent price target increases from Seaport Research and Citi. While analysts highlight growth potential, the stock's post-earnings dip underscores a cautious market stance toward the company's traditionally conservative guidance.

Feb 2, 2026

Business

Canfor Insiders Show Confidence with Sustained Share Purchases Over Past Year

Insiders at Canadian forestry giant Canfor Corporation have been net buyers of the company's shares over the last twelve months, with President Susan Yurkovich leading the activity. The trend signals internal optimism as key executives invest personal capital even above current trading prices.

Feb 2, 2026

Business

Polestar Secures $400 Million Lifeline from Banking Giants, Bolstering EV Ambitions

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.

Feb 2, 2026

Business

Giverny Capital Exits Credit Acceptance as Market Focus Shifts to AI

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.

Feb 2, 2026

Business

Barclays Lifts Target on NorthWestern Energy as Utility Merger, Steady Growth Draw Investor Focus

Barclays raises its price target on NorthWestern Energy Group (NWE) to $62, citing solid quarterly performance and strategic moves, including a pending merger with Black Hills Corporation, as the regulated utility reaffirms its long-term growth outlook.

Feb 2, 2026

Business

Magnolia Oil & Gas Boosts Dividend Payout, Signaling Confidence Amid Industry Scrutiny

Magnolia Oil & Gas Corporation announces a dividend increase to $0.165 per share, as strong earnings growth and a sustainable payout ratio paint an optimistic financial picture for the Houston-based independent producer.

Feb 2, 2026

Business

Mercantile Bank Delivers Stellar 117% Total Return to Shareholders Over Five Years, Outpacing Market

While recent performance has moderated, Mercantile Bank Corporation (NASDAQ:MBWM) has rewarded long-term investors with a total shareholder return more than double the broader market's gains over the past half-decade, driven by consistent earnings growth and dividends.

Feb 2, 2026

Business

Mazda Ends 2025 on a High Note: December Production Surges 9.4% Amid Challenging Year

Mazda Motor Corporation's global vehicle production saw a significant rebound in December 2025, offering a positive end to a year where overall output and sales declined. The recovery was driven by strong domestic performance and a mixed picture overseas.

Feb 2, 2026