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SWX:EMSN
SWX:EMSNChemicals

EMS Chemie Holding (SWX:EMSN) Margin Resilience Reinforces Bullish Narratives Despite Softer Second Half

EMS-CHEMIE Holding (SWX:EMSN) has put fresh numbers on the table for FY 2025, with second half revenue of CHF 930.4 million, basic EPS of CHF 9.26 and net income of CHF 216.6 million, while trailing 12 month figures sit at CHF 1.95 billion of revenue, EPS of CHF 19.97 and net income of CHF 467 million. The company has seen revenue move from CHF 1,004.0 million and EPS of CHF 9.04 in the second half of 2024 to CHF 1,019.6 million and EPS of CHF 10.71 in the first half of 2025, before landing...
NasdaqGS:FELE
NasdaqGS:FELEMachinery

Does Franklin Electric (FELE) Boosting Its Dividend Signal Durable Cash Strength Or Limited Reinvestment Needs?

Franklin Electric Co., Inc. recently announced that its Board of Directors approved a 5.7% increase in the quarterly cash dividend to US$0.28 per share, payable on February 19, 2026, to shareholders of record as of February 5, 2026, with the stock trading ex-dividend on January 26, 2026. This higher dividend, coupled with the upcoming fourth-quarter and full-year 2025 earnings release and webcast on February 17, 2026, highlights the company’s ongoing emphasis on shareholder cash returns and...
NasdaqGS:LYFT
NasdaqGS:LYFTTransportation

Is Lyft’s Hamburg Robotaxi Push And New Safety Voice Altering The Investment Case For Lyft (LYFT)?

Lyft recently expanded its focus on autonomous mobility by joining Freenow and the City of Hamburg in a memorandum of understanding to integrate Level 4 self-driving vehicles into the city’s taxi ecosystem, while also appointing former Waymo safety executive Deborah Hersman to its board and governance committee. This combination of a European autonomous taxi initiative and a board member with deep safety and regulatory experience signals a sharpened emphasis on technology-enabled, regulated...
TSX:TECK.B
TSX:TECK.BMetals and Mining

Is It Too Late To Consider Teck Resources (TSX:TECK.B) After Strong Recent Gains?

Investors may be wondering whether Teck Resources at about $75.15 is offering good value right now, or if most of the easy gains are already on the table. The share price has recent returns of 2.8% over 7 days, 8.9% over 30 days, 13.9% year to date, 23.3% over 1 year and 43.2% over 3 years. These figures naturally raise questions about how much of the story is already priced in. Recent news around Teck Resources has focused on its role as a major materials player, putting attention on how it...
TSE:5262
TSE:5262Building

Nippon Hume (TSE:5262) Margin Compression Challenges Bullish Growth Narratives After Q3 Results

Latest Quarter Puts Nippon Hume's Margins Under the Microscope Nippon Hume (TSE:5262) turned in a solid top line for Q3 2026, with revenue of ¥10.8 billion and net income of ¥868 million. This sets the stage for a closer look at how much profit is actually sticking to the bottom line. The company has seen quarterly revenue move from ¥9.7 billion in Q3 2025 to ¥8.7 billion in Q2 2026 and now ¥10.8 billion. Basic EPS for the latest quarter has not been disclosed alongside those figures, leaving...
NYSE:ACI
NYSE:ACIConsumer Retailing

Is Albertsons (ACI) Using AI Experiments and Refinancing to Quietly Redefine Its Competitive Edge?

Albertsons Companies recently expanded its technology agenda by outlining new AI priorities for 2026 and launching “Celebrations,” a digital, AI-supported event-planning hub across its grocery banners. Together with a significant refinancing of its debt stack and continued experimentation with in-store data and AI tools, these steps highlight how Albertsons is trying to weave advanced technology into both customer experience and operational decisions. We’ll now look at how this AI-driven...
NYSE:CCI
NYSE:CCISpecialized REITs

A Look At Crown Castle (CCI) Valuation After Recent Share Price Rebound And Fiber Exit Plan

What Crown Castle’s recent performance means for investors Crown Castle (CCI) has been drawing fresh attention after a period of mixed share performance. The stock has shown a 3.2% gain over the past day but has delivered negative returns over the week, month and past 3 months. See our latest analysis for Crown Castle. At around US$80.88 per share, Crown Castle’s recent 3.2% 1 day share price return sits against weaker momentum, with a 30 day share price return of 3.33% and a 1 year total...
NasdaqGS:MPWR
NasdaqGS:MPWRSemiconductor

A Look At Monolithic Power Systems (MPWR) Valuation After Earnings Beat And 28% Dividend Increase

Monolithic Power Systems (MPWR) just paired stronger than expected fourth quarter results with revenue guidance above consensus and a 28% dividend increase, giving investors fresh information on both growth momentum and cash returns. See our latest analysis for Monolithic Power Systems. The latest earnings beat, upbeat revenue guidance and 28% dividend increase have come alongside strong share price momentum, with a 30 day share price return of 28.24% and a 1 year total shareholder return of...
TSX:SU
TSX:SUOil and Gas

Suncor Links Record Safety To New Bitumen Plan And Board Refresh

Suncor Energy (TSX:SU) reports its safest year on record under CEO Rich Kruger, following a multi year safety improvement plan. The company plans to present a new three year operational improvement plan and a 15 year approach focused on bitumen development. Industry executive Jennifer Kneale joins Suncor's Board, adding deep sector and financial expertise to its governance. Suncor Energy, a major Canadian integrated oil and gas company, sits at the center of the oil sands business, with...
NYSE:RIG
NYSE:RIGEnergy Services

Assessing Transocean (RIG) Valuation After Optimistic Update On Earnings Visibility And Offshore Contract Prospects

Transocean (RIG) is back in focus after management highlighted strong earnings visibility in its latest fleet status report and flagged potential long term offshore contracts at day rates above current market expectations. See our latest analysis for Transocean. The latest fleet update and upbeat commentary on potential long term contracts appear to be feeding into Transocean's share price momentum, with a 1 month share price return of 26.82% and a year to date share price return of 27.12%...
NYSE:IP
NYSE:IPPackaging

International Paper Split Puts Spotlight On Valuation Gap And Restructuring Risks

International Paper (NYSE:IP) plans to separate its North American and EMEA packaging divisions into two independent companies. The move is part of ongoing transformation and restructuring efforts that are reshaping the company’s core operations. The separation is expected to affect how the business is organized, capital is allocated, and value is shared among investors and other stakeholders. For you as an investor, International Paper is a global packaging and paper group, and the...
NasdaqGS:IDCC
NasdaqGS:IDCCSoftware

A Look At InterDigital (IDCC) Valuation After Record Results And Expanded AI And Licensing Growth

InterDigital (IDCC) has drawn fresh attention after reporting record 2025 results, supported by long term smartphone and electronics licensing agreements, expanding AI and video technology efforts, and updated 2026 earnings guidance. See our latest analysis for InterDigital. Following the 2025 results and fresh 2026 guidance, InterDigital’s share price has surged, with a 1 month share price return of 20.06% and a 1 year total shareholder return of 83.40%, building on a very large 5 year total...
NYSE:VST
NYSE:VSTRenewable Energy

Is Goldman’s Upgrade of Vistra (VST) Reframing Its Nuclear-Powered Data Center Strategy?

Recently, Vistra drew heightened attention after Goldman Sachs upgraded the company and highlighted improving earnings expectations alongside sector-wide energy strength. An interesting angle is Vistra’s mix of traditional power assets and long-term nuclear supply agreements with major technology clients, which ties utility operations directly to data center energy demand. We’ll now examine how this renewed analyst optimism, especially around Vistra’s evolving nuclear and gas portfolio,...
NasdaqGS:LZ
NasdaqGS:LZProfessional Services

LegalZoom Faces Claude AI Questions As Investors Reassess Valuation And Growth

LegalZoom.com (NasdaqGS:LZ) has become a focus for investors after concerns surfaced about how a new Anthropic Claude AI plugin could affect its core online legal services business. Management, including the CEO, has publicly acknowledged the risks and highlighted potential opportunities from integrating advanced AI into LegalZoom’s offerings. The development is being watched as a material shift in both the company’s competitive positioning and its approach to emerging legal-tech...
NasdaqGS:NTRA
NasdaqGS:NTRABiotechs

Assessing Natera (NTRA) Valuation After EDEN Study Launch And Recent Clinical Milestones

Why the EDEN study matters for Natera stock Natera (NTRA) has drawn fresh attention after launching EDEN, a large multi center study that will test its non invasive prenatal screening approach for early preeclampsia risk and other serious pregnancy complications. The study plans to enroll up to 7,500 pregnant participants in the US, using cell free DNA, additional analytes and clinical data to generate individualized risk assessments for adverse pregnancy outcomes. See our latest analysis for...
BIT:LDO
BIT:LDOAerospace & Defense

Leonardo (BIT:LDO) Valuation Check After Indonesia M-346F Block 20 Letter Of Intent

What the Indonesia M-346F Block 20 LOI could mean for Leonardo shareholders Leonardo (BIT:LDO) signed a Letter of Intent at the Singapore Airshow with Indonesia’s Ministry of Defense and PT ESystem Solutions Indonesia for M-346F Block 20 aircraft supply and long term support, including localized training and maintenance. See our latest analysis for Leonardo. Investors have seen some consolidation recently, with a 7 day share price return of a 5.51% decline and a 30 day share price return of a...
TSE:7322
TSE:7322Banks

San Ju San Financial Group (TSE:7322) Net Margin Jump Reinforces Bullish Earnings Narratives

San ju San Financial Group Inc (TSE:7322) has put up a solid Q3 2026 print, with revenue of ¥22,986 million and basic EPS of ¥152.74, backed by trailing twelve month revenue of ¥79,022 million and EPS of ¥449.77 alongside earnings growth of 55.5% over the past year. The company has seen revenue move from ¥18,091 million in Q3 2025 to ¥22,986 million in Q3 2026, while quarterly EPS rose from ¥65.74 to ¥152.74. This has set up a story where higher earnings are now flowing through a trailing net...
NYSE:CDP
NYSE:CDPOffice REITs

Why COPT Defense Properties (CDP) Is Up 5.3% After 2025 Beat, 2026 Outlook, Major Lease Win

COPT Defense Properties recently reported its 2025 results, with revenue rising to US$763.92 million and net income to US$152.32 million, while also issuing 2026 earnings guidance and highlighting funds from operations of US$57.2 million in the fourth quarter. On the same day, the company announced an almost 11-year, 148,000-square-foot lease with a top 10 U.S. defense contractor, taking its US$450 million development pipeline to 86% pre-leased and reinforcing demand for its mission-critical...
TSE:4540
TSE:4540Pharmaceuticals

Tsumura (TSE:4540) Q3 EPS Jump To ¥143 Challenges Modest Earnings Growth Narrative

Tsumura (TSE:4540) Q3 2026 Earnings Snapshot Tsumura (TSE:4540) has posted another solid set of numbers for Q3 2026, with revenue of ¥55.3b and basic EPS of ¥143.12, putting fresh detail behind the current share price of ¥4,196. The company has seen quarterly revenue move from ¥45.4b in Q2 2025 to ¥47.7b in Q3 2025, then to ¥55.3b in Q3 2026. Basic EPS has ranged from ¥83.26 to ¥119.37 in 2025 and now ¥143.12 in the latest quarter, giving you a sense of the current earnings run rate. With...
ASX:BPT
ASX:BPTOil and Gas

Is There An Opportunity In Beach Energy (ASX:BPT) After Multi Year Share Price Weakness?

If you are wondering whether Beach Energy's current share price really reflects its underlying value, you are not alone. This article is designed to help you size that up calmly and clearly. The stock recently closed at A$1.145, with returns of 7.0% over 30 days, a 6.9% decline over 7 days, and longer term returns of a 2.1% decline year to date and 10.0%, 14.1% and 24.0% declines over 1, 3 and 5 years. These mixed returns have kept Beach Energy on many investors' watchlists, as they weigh...
NYSE:NFG
NYSE:NFGGas Utilities

Has National Fuel Gas (NFG) Share Price Gains Left Further Upside On The Table

If you are wondering whether National Fuel Gas is genuinely good value at its recent price of US$85.77, you are not alone; many investors are asking the same question. The stock has returns of 2.4% over the past 7 days, 9.4% over 30 days and 22.3% over 1 year, with multi year returns of 61.6% over 3 years and 128.9% over 5 years, which naturally raises questions about what is already reflected in the price. Recent market interest in National Fuel Gas has been supported by ongoing coverage of...
TSX:ABX
TSX:ABXMetals and Mining

A Look At Barrick Mining’s Valuation After Earnings Beat Dividend Hike And CEO Change

Why Barrick Mining’s latest earnings and dividend moves matter Barrick Mining (TSX:ABX) just paired stronger than expected full year and quarterly earnings with a sharp dividend increase, a new payout framework, and a leadership change tied to an upcoming North American assets IPO. See our latest analysis for Barrick Mining. The earnings and dividend announcements came as Barrick Mining’s share price reached CA$61.75, with a 26.30% 90 day share price return and a very large 1 year total...
TSX:WPM
TSX:WPMMetals and Mining

Wheaton Precious Metals (TSX:WPM) Valuation Check As CEO Succession Plan Takes Shape

Wheaton Precious Metals (TSX:WPM) has set a firm date for its leadership handover. President Haytham Hodaly is scheduled to become CEO on March 31, 2026, while long-time leader Randy Smallwood will move to the role of non executive Chair. See our latest analysis for Wheaton Precious Metals. The CEO succession news comes after a strong run in the shares, with a 90 day share price return of 29.65% and a 1 year total shareholder return of 98.08%. This suggests that momentum has been building...
NYSE:NJR
NYSE:NJRGas Utilities

Assessing New Jersey Resources (NJR) Valuation After Raising 2026 Earnings Guidance On Energy Services Strength

New Jersey Resources (NJR) has drawn fresh attention after raising its fiscal 2026 net financial earnings per share guidance, citing strong January 2026 results from its Energy Services segment as a key driver. See our latest analysis for New Jersey Resources. The raised fiscal 2026 guidance and recent first quarter results appear to have caught investors' attention, with the share price at $52.42 after a 7 day share price return of 5.94% and a 90 day share price return of 14.81%. The 1 year...