Latest News

Stay up to date with the latest stock market news from around the world. From breaking news written by our finance analysts to event-driven market news on a global scale.

ASX:EMR
ASX:EMRMetals and Mining

ASX Growth Companies With High Insider Stakes To Watch

As the Australian market faces a slightly lower opening amid global tech sector challenges, investors are increasingly cautious, influenced by Wall Street's recent downturn and upcoming central bank meetings. In this climate, growth companies with high insider ownership can be particularly appealing as they often signal strong internal confidence and alignment with shareholder interests.
ASX:NCK
ASX:NCKSpecialty Retail

ASX Stocks That May Be Undervalued In February 2026

As the Australian stock market opens slightly lower today, influenced by ongoing challenges in the U.S. tech sector and cautious global sentiment, investors are keenly observing potential opportunities amidst this volatility. In such an environment, identifying undervalued stocks can be crucial for those looking to capitalize on market inefficiencies and long-term growth potential.
ASX:MAH
ASX:MAHMetals and Mining

ASX Penny Stock Highlights Featuring BKI Investment And Two Others

Australian shares are expected to open slightly lower today, with futures indicating a modest drop, as global market sentiment remains cautious amid ongoing challenges in the tech sector. For investors willing to explore beyond well-known companies, penny stocks—typically smaller or newer firms—can offer intriguing possibilities. Despite being an older term, penny stocks still hold potential for growth and affordability when backed by strong financials; we'll explore three such examples that...
NYSE:EPAM
NYSE:EPAMIT

Assessing EPAM Systems (EPAM) Valuation After New Agentathon AI Role And National Geographic Partnership

EPAM Systems (EPAM) is back in focus after supporting Agentathon, billed as the world’s largest agentic AI hackathon, and expanding its role as digital transformation partner to the National Geographic Society. See our latest analysis for EPAM Systems. These AI and digital transformation projects arrive against a mixed return profile, with the share price at US$184.78 and recent 7-day and 30-day share price returns weaker, even as the 90-day share price return is positive and multi year total...
NYSE:CLVT
NYSE:CLVTProfessional Services

Clarivate (CLVT) Valuation Check As AI Webinar Puts Its Data And Tools Back In Focus

Clarivate (CLVT) is drawing fresh attention after announcing an “Intelligence Amplified in the Age of AI” webinar, where CEO Matti Shem Tov will walk through new AI tools built on the company’s proprietary, curated data. See our latest analysis for Clarivate. The AI webinar comes shortly after Clarivate used cash on hand to redeem the remaining US$100 million of its 4.50% senior secured notes due 2026. However, the 30 day share price return of 36% and 1 year total shareholder return of 58%...
TSE:3232
TSE:3232Industrials

Mie Kotsu Group Holdings (TSE:3232) Margin Improvement Supports Bullish Narrative Despite Modest EPS Growth

Mie Kotsu Group Holdings (TSE:3232) has just posted its Q3 2026 numbers, with revenue of ¥26.9 billion and basic EPS of ¥21.01, against a backdrop of one year EPS growth of 6.8% and net profit margins at 5.9%, up from 5.6% over the last 12 months. The company has seen quarterly revenue move from ¥24.9 billion in Q3 2025 to ¥26.9 billion in Q3 2026, while basic EPS over that period shifted from ¥18.50 to ¥21.01, framing this release as part of a steady earnings story that depends on whether...
NYSE:DHI
NYSE:DHIConsumer Durables

Is It Too Late To Consider D.R. Horton (DHI) After Strong Multi‑Year Share Gains?

If you are wondering whether D.R. Horton stock is offering fair value at current levels, it helps to step back and look at what the market has been pricing in recently. The share price recently closed at US$158.22, with returns of 5.4% over 7 days, 8.0% over 30 days, 8.6% year to date, 15.6% over 1 year, 67.3% over 3 years, and 102.0% over 5 years. This sets the backdrop for any valuation check you might run. Recent headlines around D.R. Horton have focused on its position within US...
NYSE:JNJ
NYSE:JNJPharmaceuticals

Is It Time To Reassess Johnson & Johnson (JNJ) After Strong Share Price Gains?

If you are asking whether Johnson & Johnson’s current share price still offers value, you are not alone. That is exactly what this article is going to unpack for you. The stock last closed at US$234.47, with returns of 3.0% over 7 days, 14.8% over 30 days, 13.1% year to date, 56.2% over 1 year, 57.0% over 3 years, and 62.0% over 5 years. This naturally raises questions about how the recent performance lines up with underlying value. Recent news around Johnson & Johnson has focused on its...
NYSE:EIX
NYSE:EIXElectric Utilities

The Bull Case For Edison International (EIX) Could Change Following Wildfire Cost Securitization Efforts - Learn Why

In January, Edison International filed to securitize about US$1.95 billion in Woolsey fire-related expenses to help reduce debt and support investment at its Southern California utility subsidiary. An interesting angle is that these securitization efforts come as UBS expects California’s Phase 2 wildfire mitigation policy to further support Edison International’s financial stability. With this backdrop of wildfire cost securitization, we’ll now examine how these developments shape Edison...
TSE:2371
TSE:2371Interactive Media and Services

Kakaku.com Q3 2026 Margin Compression Challenges Bullish Growth Narratives

Kakaku.com (TSE:2371) has reported Q3 2026 revenue of ¥24,030 million and basic EPS of ¥25.28, with trailing 12 month revenue at ¥90,639 million and EPS at ¥97.59 anchoring the latest numbers. The company has seen quarterly revenue move from ¥20,324 million in Q3 2025 to ¥24,030 million in Q3 2026, while basic EPS shifted from ¥27.86 to ¥25.28 over the same period, setting up a results season in which investors are likely to focus on how these earnings relate to margins and future...
NYSE:CNM
NYSE:CNMTrade Distributors

Assessing Core & Main (CNM) Valuation After Recent Multi‑Year Share Price Momentum

Core & Main stock reaction and recent performance snapshot Core & Main (CNM) shares recently closed at $56.52, with the move coming alongside a return of about 2% over the past month and roughly 11% over the past 3 months. See our latest analysis for Core & Main. The recent 10.61% three-month share price return, alongside a 5.82% year-to-date share price return and a very large three-year total shareholder return of around 7x, suggests momentum has been building over a multi-year period...
NYSE:SPG
NYSE:SPGRetail REITs

A Look At Simon Property Group (SPG) Valuation After Record FFO Strong Leasing And Higher Dividend

Simon Property Group (SPG) has drawn fresh attention after reporting record real estate funds from operations, strong leasing and occupancy, extensive redevelopment activity, and a higher quarterly dividend heading into 2026. See our latest analysis for Simon Property Group. At a share price of $195.59, Simon Property Group has seen short term momentum with a 1 month share price return of 6.82% and a steadier build up over time, reflected in a 1 year total shareholder return of 14.74% and a 5...
LSE:AZN
LSE:AZNPharmaceuticals

Assessing AstraZeneca (LSE:AZN) Valuation After Recent Steady Share Performance

Why AstraZeneca (LSE:AZN) Is Drawing Attention Now AstraZeneca (LSE:AZN) has been on investors’ radar after a period of mixed shorter term returns, with the share price roughly flat over the past month but higher over the past 3 months and year. At a last close of £139.80 and a reported intrinsic discount of 44%, the stock is prompting fresh interest from investors who are comparing recent share performance with the company’s current earnings profile and business scale. See our latest...
NasdaqGM:DJT
NasdaqGM:DJTInteractive Media and Services

Is Trump Media (DJT) Using Its Token Record Date to Redefine What Shareholder Perks Mean?

Trump Media & Technology Group Corp. recently confirmed that February 2, 2026, remains the official record date for its digital token initiative, with any shareholder owning at least one share on that date eligible for token-related incentives tied to its products and exclusive events. This move highlights how Trump Media is experimenting with token-based rewards to deepen shareholder engagement and link ownership to platform-specific benefits. Next, we’ll examine how cementing the February...
TSE:2335
TSE:2335IT

Cube System (TSE:2335) One Off Gain Shapes Q3 EPS And Tests Bullish Narratives

Cube System (TSE:2335) Q3 2026 results at a glance Cube System (TSE:2335) has put fresh numbers on the table for Q3 2026, reporting revenue of ¥4,617 million and net income of ¥522 million, which translates to basic EPS of ¥34.39. Over recent quarters the company has seen revenue move in a tight band around the ¥4,600 million level. EPS stepped from ¥16.07 in Q2 2025 to ¥23.48 in Q2 2026 and now ¥34.39 in Q3 2026, with trailing twelve month EPS at ¥94.96. With earnings over the last year up...
NYSE:NYT
NYSE:NYTMedia

Is New York Times (NYT) Trading Profitability For AI Defense In Its Digital Expansion Strategy?

The New York Times Company recently reported its fourth-quarter and full-year 2025 results, with revenue rising to US$802.31 million for the quarter and US$2.82 billion for the year, alongside higher net income and earnings per share than in 2024. Beneath the headline growth, investors focused on higher operating costs tied partly to AI copyright litigation and on how increased spending might affect the profitability of the company’s expanding digital subscription and advertising...
NYSE:MOH
NYSE:MOHHealthcare

How Rising Medical Costs and Membership Shifts Could Shape Molina Healthcare’s (MOH) Investment Narrative

Molina Healthcare, a managed care insurer focused on government programs, reported its fourth-quarter 2025 results on February 5, 2026, amid concerns about rising medical costs, lower investment income, and shifting membership trends across Medicaid, Medicare, and marketplace plans. While the company previously beat revenue expectations and is projected to see Medicare and marketplace membership growth, analysts remain cautious as Medicaid membership is expected to fall and the medical care...
NYSE:CAVA
NYSE:CAVAHospitality

Is Cava Group (CAVA) Pricing Reflect Recent Volatility And Rich Earnings Multiple?

If you are wondering whether CAVA Group’s current share price lines up with its underlying worth, this article is designed to walk you through that question step by step. The stock last closed at US$65.41, with returns of 4.3% over the past week, 3.0% over the last month, 8.0% year to date, and a 54.2% decline over the past year. This points to mixed sentiment and shifting expectations. Recent coverage has focused on CAVA Group’s position within the US consumer services space and how...
NasdaqCM:ESTA
NasdaqCM:ESTAMedical Equipment

Is Motiva’s U.S. Launch And Reconstruction Pathway Altering The Investment Case For Establishment Labs (ESTA)?

In late 2025, Baron Discovery Fund highlighted Establishment Labs Holdings’ Motiva breast implants as a key contributor, citing lower safety risks, aesthetic benefits, and a solid ongoing U.S. aesthetic market launch, while the company reported record quarterly revenue and continued positive adjusted EBITDA. Investor attention has centered on Establishment Labs’ progress toward potential U.S. breast reconstruction approval and its goal of reaching free cash flow positivity, which together...
TSE:6678
TSE:6678Medical Equipment

Techno Medica (TSE:6678) Q3 EPS Strength Challenges Flat Earnings Narrative

Techno Medica (TSE:6678) has put up another solid set of numbers for Q3 2026, with revenue at ¥3.1 billion and basic EPS of ¥37.01, as net income excluding extra items came in at ¥257 million. The company has seen quarterly revenue move from ¥2.1 billion in Q1 2026 to ¥2.3 billion in Q2 and now ¥3.1 billion in Q3, while basic EPS stepped from ¥14.66 to ¥26.97 to ¥37.01 over the same stretch. This is setting the stage for investors to focus closely on how sustainable these earnings and the...
TSE:1726
TSE:1726Construction

Br. Holdings (TSE:1726) Q3 EPS Rebound Challenges Cautious Earnings Narratives

Br. Holdings (TSE:1726) just posted its Q3 2026 numbers, with revenue of ¥8.7b and basic EPS of ¥11.33, giving investors a clear read on how the business is currently earning its way through the year. The company has seen quarterly revenue move from ¥10.8b in Q2 2025 to ¥10.6b in Q3 2025, then to ¥10.2b in Q4 2025 and ¥8.7b by Q3 2026. Basic EPS has ranged from ¥5.77 in Q2 2025 and around ¥10 in Q3 and Q4 2025 to ¥2.52 in Q1 2026, ¥2.77 in Q2 2026 and ¥11.33 this quarter. This sets up a...