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TSX:RY
TSX:RYBanks

Royal Bank Of Canada Brand Strength And Share Momentum In Focus

Royal Bank of Canada has been ranked among the world's 100 most valuable brands for the 20th consecutive year. The bank is recognized as the top Canadian brand on the list, with brand value up 17% year over year. For investors watching TSX:RY, this brand milestone comes alongside strong recent share performance, with the stock at CA$252.43 and up 49.3% over the past year. Returns of 7.6% year to date, 119.9% over three years, and 146.3% over five years show how Royal Bank of Canada has...
NasdaqGM:GWRS
NasdaqGM:GWRSWater Utilities

Global Water Resources (GWRS) Margin Compression To 3.5% Tests Bullish Growth Narratives

Global Water Resources (GWRS) opened 2026 with Q1 revenue of US$13.3 million and a basic EPS loss of US$0.01, as net income excluding extra items came in at a loss of US$0.4 million. The company reported quarterly revenue of US$12.5 million and EPS of US$0.02 in Q1 2025, compared with US$13.3 million and an EPS loss of US$0.01 in Q1 2026. Trailing twelve month EPS is US$0.07 on net income of US$2.0 million, and investors are likely to focus on how margins are influencing the earnings...
NYSE:RSKD
NYSE:RSKDSoftware

Riskified (RSKD) Losses Narrow And Test Bullish Profitability Narratives In Q1 2026

Riskified (RSKD) opened Q1 2026 with revenue of US$88.3 million and a basic EPS loss of US$0.03, compared with a basic EPS profit of US$0.04 and revenue of US$99.3 million in Q4 2025 and a basic EPS loss of US$0.09 on revenue of US$82.4 million in Q1 2025. Over the trailing 12 months, revenue came in at US$350.5 million, with a net income loss of US$18.1 million and a basic EPS loss of US$0.12, setting up a quarter where investors are likely to focus on how efficiently each dollar of sales is...
NYSE:KO
NYSE:KOBeverage

What Coca-Cola (KO)'s Upgraded EPS Guidance and Margin Shift Strategy Means For Shareholders

Earlier in 2026, The Coca-Cola Company reported Q1 results that exceeded EPS expectations and raised full-year comparable EPS growth guidance to 8%–9%, supported by strong Coca-Cola Zero Sugar volume growth and progress on the planned sale of Coca-Cola Beverages Africa. This performance, under new CEO Henrique Braun, highlights how premium zero-sugar offerings and portfolio reshaping through bottler divestitures are reinforcing Coca-Cola’s margin profile and earnings quality. We’ll now...
NYSE:VFC
NYSE:VFCLuxury

Is It Time To Reconsider V.F (VFC) After A 19% One-Year Share Price Rebound?

Wondering whether V.F at around US$17.28 is a bargain or a value trap? This article breaks down what the current price might be implying about the stock. The share price is down 9.3% over the past week and 8.1% over the past month. Over the last year it has delivered a 19.1% return, which may leave you questioning whether sentiment or fundamentals are in the driving seat. Recent coverage around V.F has focused on its long term share price record, including a 5 year period where the stock has...
OB:ELMRA
OB:ELMRAElectric Utilities

Elmera Group (OB:ELMRA) Net Margin Compression Challenges Bullish Earnings Growth Narratives

Elmera Group (OB:ELMRA) opened 2026 with Q1 revenue of NOK6.96b and basic EPS of NOK0.79, alongside net income of NOK86.35m, setting a clear marker for how profitability is tracking into the new year. Over recent quarters the company has seen revenue move from NOK4.28b and EPS of NOK0.51 in Q1 2025 to NOK3.35b and EPS of NOK1.89 in Q4 2024. Trailing twelve month EPS for Q1 2026 stands at NOK1.77 on revenue of NOK14.79b, giving investors a broader view of how the top and bottom line are lining...
NYSE:VSCO
NYSE:VSCOSpecialty Retail

Victoria's Secret Director Exit Puts Governance And AI Board Plans In Focus

Victoria's Secret (NYSE:VSCO) director Mariam Naficy has chosen not to stand for re election to the board. Her decision comes during an ongoing proxy contest with activist shareholder Barington Capital's affiliate BBRC. The company is seeking a new director and has indicated it is open to shareholder input, including from BBRC. Victoria's Secret, best known for its intimate apparel and beauty products, operates in a retail segment that has been adjusting to changing consumer preferences and...
OB:DVD
OB:DVDEnergy Services

Deep Value Driller (OB:DVD) Q1 Net Margin Strength Reinforces Bullish Profitability Narratives

Deep Value Driller (OB:DVD) opened 2026 with Q1 revenue of US$12.4 million and net income of US$4.5 million, setting the tone for how its profitability story is evolving. Over recent quarters the company has seen revenue move from US$15.4 million in Q4 2024 to US$15.1 million in Q1 2025, then US$15.3 million in Q2 2025, US$13.8 million in Q3 2025 and US$11.6 million in Q4 2025 before reaching the latest Q1 2026 level. Trailing twelve month net profit margins of 39.9% highlight a business...
NasdaqGS:PYPL
NasdaqGS:PYPLDiversified Financial

A Look At PayPal Holdings (PYPL) Valuation After Q1 Beat And Three Unit Business Reset

Q1 results and business reset put PayPal in focus PayPal Holdings (PYPL) recently reported Q1 2026 results that exceeded expectations for revenue and adjusted EPS, while unveiling a three unit structure around PayPal, Venmo, and crypto, alongside broader product and capital markets moves. See our latest analysis for PayPal Holdings. Despite the Q1 beat and the business reset around PayPal, Venmo, and crypto, the stock trades at US$45.04 with the share price down 22.53% year to date and the...
NYSE:IONQ
NYSE:IONQTech

IonQ (IONQ) Valuation Check After Record Q1 Revenue And Raised Full Year Guidance

IonQ (IONQ) has shot into the spotlight after reporting record first quarter revenue of US$64.67 million, sharply higher than a year earlier, and lifting its full year sales guidance alongside opening a new R&D facility in Colorado. See our latest analysis for IonQ. That earnings surprise has been followed by sharp share price momentum, with a 7 day share price return of 20.53% and a 30 day share price return of 60.71%, while the 1 year total shareholder return sits at 76.61%. This suggests...
NYSE:ALLY
NYSE:ALLYConsumer Finance

Does Ally’s New Digital Leadership and ESOP Moves Refine the Bull Case For Ally Financial (ALLY)?

Ally Financial recently redeemed all US$1.35 billion of its 4.700% Series B preferred stock and filed a new US$1.60 billion common stock shelf registration tied to its employee stock ownership plan, while also closing a prior ESOP-related shelf from 2021. The addition of digital executive Tracey Weber to Ally’s expanded 12-member board and the launch of its “Life Today” brand platform together underscore a sharpened focus on technology-led, consumer-centric banking. Now we’ll examine how...
TSE:1860
TSE:1860Construction

Assessing Toda (TSE:1860) Valuation After Recent Share Price Weakness

Toda (TSE:1860) has drawn attention after recent share price weakness, with the stock down 6% over the past month and 10% in the past 3 months, prompting investors to reassess its current valuation. See our latest analysis for Toda. That recent 6% one month share price decline and 10% three month share price decline comes after a stronger run, with the year to date share price return of 6.5% sitting alongside a 55% one year total shareholder return. This suggests momentum has cooled after a...
NYSE:MHK
NYSE:MHKConsumer Durables

Is It Time To Reassess Mohawk Industries (MHK) After Multi Year Share Price Weakness

Wondering whether Mohawk Industries at around US$98.74 is offering value or just a value trap? This breakdown aims to give you a clear, grounded view of what the current price might be implying. The stock has been under pressure recently, with the share price down 3.9% over the past week, 6.5% over the last month, and 9.8% year to date. The 1 year return is down 8.4% and the 5 year return is down 52.5%. Recent coverage has focused on how these weaker multi year returns are shaping sentiment...
NasdaqGS:DSP
NasdaqGS:DSPSoftware

Viant Technology (DSP) Is Down 11.2% After Q1 Loss Narrows And Q2 Outlook Emerges - What's Changed

In May 2026, Viant Technology Inc. reported past first-quarter 2026 results, with sales rising to US$88.54 million and its net loss narrowing to US$0.46 million, while also posting a reduced basic and diluted loss per share of US$0.03 from continuing operations. On the same day, the company issued second-quarter 2026 revenue guidance of US$98.5 million to US$101.5 million, giving investors fresh visibility into near-term demand after a period of higher sales and a smaller loss. We’ll now...
NYSE:CNA
NYSE:CNAInsurance

How Investors May Respond To CNA Financial (CNA) Weaker Q1 Earnings, Reserve Actions And ESOP Share Filing

CNA Financial’s recent first-quarter 2026 results showed revenue of US$3,677 million but a drop in net income to US$211 million, while the board maintained a quarterly dividend of US$0.48 per share. Alongside these results, management highlighted reserve strengthening in long-tailed casualty lines and catastrophe-related pressures, and the company filed a US$217.15 million shelf registration for 5,000,000 common shares tied to an ESOP offering, underscoring both risk management priorities...
NYSE:TGT
NYSE:TGTConsumer Retailing

Target Pesticide Proposal Puts ESG Risks And Dividend Story In Focus

Shareholders have filed a proposal asking Target (NYSE:TGT) to report how it measures and reduces pesticide use in its private-label products. The proposal cites regulatory, reputational, and supply chain risks linked to pesticide use and disclosure gaps. Investors will vote on the measure at Target's Annual Meeting scheduled for June 10, 2026. For investors, this puts a spotlight on how Target, a major US general merchandise retailer, manages environmental and consumer health issues tied...
NYSE:BOH
NYSE:BOHBanks

A Look At Bank Of Hawaii (BOH) Valuation After Treasury Yield Driven Share Price Weakness

Bank of Hawaii (BOH) has drawn fresh attention after its stock slipped alongside a move up in the 10 year Treasury yield, highlighting how interest rate expectations can quickly feed into regional bank valuations. See our latest analysis for Bank of Hawaii. Recent trading has been choppy, with a 7 day share price return of down 3.69% and a 30 day share price return of down 2.78%. However, the year to date share price return of 12.42% and 1 year total shareholder return of 14.32% suggest...
NasdaqGS:SNDK
NasdaqGS:SNDKTech

Is AI-Driven Records, Buybacks, And Tender Turmoil Altering The Investment Case For Sandisk (SNDK)?

In recent days, Sandisk reported record quarterly results powered by AI-driven demand for NAND flash and enterprise SSDs, authorized a US$6.00 billion buyback, and became the target of an unsolicited mini-tender offer from Tutanota LLC for up to 100,000 shares at US$1,150.00 each, which the company advised shareholders to ignore. At the same time, investors have been grappling with sector-wide swings tied to proposed AI profit taxes, inflation worries, and profit-taking after Sandisk’s very...
NasdaqGS:PLUS
NasdaqGS:PLUSElectronic

Is It Too Late To Consider ePlus (PLUS) After Its 30% One-Year Rally?

If you are wondering whether ePlus at around US$85 a share is still offering value, or if the easy money has already been made, the starting point is understanding how the current price lines up against its fundamentals. Over the past year the stock has returned 30.3%, with a smaller gain of 2.8% over the last month, even as it has slipped 1.6% over the last week and is down 1.5% year to date. This combination can leave the risk reward balance feeling less obvious. Recent attention on...
HLSE:LUMO
HLSE:LUMOReal Estate

A Look At Lumo Kodit Oyj (HLSE:LUMO) Valuation After Recent Share Price Weakness

What Lumo Kodit Oyj’s recent share performance tells you Lumo Kodit Oyj (HLSE:LUMO) has drawn attention after its share price declined about 13% over the past month and roughly 26% over the past 3 months, despite reporting annual revenue of €451.7m and net income of €13.2m. See our latest analysis for Lumo Kodit Oyj. At a share price of €7.345, Lumo Kodit Oyj’s shorter term share price returns have been weak. The stock is down 13.4% over the past month and 27.1% year to date. The 1 year total...
NasdaqGS:PGNY
NasdaqGS:PGNYHealthcare

Assessing Progyny (PGNY) Valuation After A Recent Share Price Rebound

Recent stock performance and business snapshot With no single headline event driving recent trading, Progyny (PGNY) has moved on a mix of short term gains and longer term volatility, giving investors fresh numbers to reassess the fertility benefits provider. Over the past month, the stock gained about 33%, while the past 3 months show a rise of roughly 11%. In contrast, the year to date performance is down around 11%, and the 3 year and 5 year total returns are also negative. Progyny operates...
NasdaqGS:CLBT
NasdaqGS:CLBTSoftware

FedRAMP High Win And Mixed Q1 Results Might Change The Case For Investing In Cellebrite (CLBT)

Cellebrite DI Ltd. recently reported first-quarter 2026 results, with revenue rising to US$128.3 million while net income and earnings per share declined year on year. A separate development saw the company’s Cellebrite Government Cloud earn FedRAMP High Authorization with the U.S. Department of Justice as sponsoring agency, potentially expanding access to sensitive federal workloads. We’ll now explore how FedRAMP High status for Cellebrite Government Cloud could influence Cellebrite’s...
NYSE:CXW
NYSE:CXWCommercial Services

How Stronger Q1 Earnings and Higher 2026 Guidance Will Impact CoreCivic (CXW) Investors

In early May 2026, CoreCivic, Inc. reported first-quarter results showing revenue of US$614.73 million and net income of US$37.92 million, with diluted EPS from continuing operations of US$0.38, all higher than a year earlier. On the same day, the company slightly raised its full-year 2026 net income and diluted EPS guidance ranges, indicating increased confidence in its ability to deliver stronger earnings than previously expected. We will now examine how CoreCivic’s stronger first-quarter...