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Vulcan Materials (VMC) has affirmed its shareholder payout, with the board declaring a quarterly cash dividend of $0.52 per share. The dividend is payable on September 2, 2026, to shareholders of record on August 13, 2026. See our latest analysis for Vulcan Materials. Vulcan Materials’ recent dividend decision comes as the stock edges lower in the short term, with the share price down 4.8% over the past month and modestly lower year to date. However, 1 year and multi year total shareholder...

Greg Abel, the incoming CEO of Berkshire Hathaway (NYSE:BRK.A), has reshaped the equity book so that Apple and Alphabet together now represent nearly 30% of holdings. The shift includes a reported US$10b private placement in Alphabet and exits from positions in Amazon and Domino's. Berkshire has also expanded its exposure to Kroger, emphasizing consumer staples and defensive cash flow. Berkshire Hathaway sits at the crossroads of insurance, utilities, rail, and public equity investing, so...

Some BlackRock, Inc. ( NYSE:BLK ) shareholders may be a little concerned to see that the Founder, Laurence Fink...

We'd be surprised if Korn Ferry ( NYSE:KFY ) shareholders haven't noticed that the Independent Director, Angel...

Capital Southwest Corporation has released preliminary guidance for the quarter ended June 30, 2026, estimating pre-tax net investment income of $0.57–$0.58 per share and net investment income of $0.58–$0.59 per share. This early look at quarterly net investment income gives investors a clearer view of how the firm's lending and investment portfolio is currently performing. Next, we’ll examine how this preliminary net investment income range could influence Capital Southwest’s investment...

AST SpaceMobile (ASTS) has become a focus for investors after completing a US$1b convertible note issuance. This move reshapes its capital structure while funding ambitions for its satellite based cellular broadband network. See our latest analysis for AST SpaceMobile. Recent volatility in AST SpaceMobile reflects that tension clearly, with the share price up 5.07% over the past day but showing a 30 day share price return that is down 28.34% and a year to date share price return that is down...

The power grid is quietly becoming one of the most important bottlenecks in global growth, as AI data centers, electric vehicles and electrification push energy demand higher while inflation, rates and mixed growth signals keep investors cautious. Instead of guessing where consumer sentiment or central banks move next, some investors are looking at the core infrastructure that makes any growth story possible: the high density power systems that keep the lights on. This Power Grid Technology...

NetScout Systems (NTCT) has drawn investor attention after its stock closed at US$41.30, with recent returns over the past month and past 3 months prompting closer scrutiny of its valuation and growth profile. See our latest analysis for NetScout Systems. Recent trading shows mixed momentum for NetScout Systems, with a 1-month share price return of 4.11% but a 7-day share price decline of 5.45%. The 1-year total shareholder return of 79.25% points to strong longer term gains. If this kind of...

Herbalife (HLF) has expanded its global Fuel Like Ronaldo campaign with detailed post match recovery guidance, introducing a 4 R framework that links nutrition and hydration choices to athletic recovery and future performance readiness. See our latest analysis for Herbalife. Despite the Fuel Like Ronaldo campaign raising Herbalife’s profile, the stock has come under pressure lately, with the share price falling over the past week and three months. The 1 year total shareholder return remains...

New York has imposed a moratorium on new large data center projects, citing pressure on the state's power infrastructure. The decision comes as AI related electricity demand draws increased attention to grid capacity and reliability across the US. The move puts utilities and clean energy companies such as NextEra Energy (NYSE:NEE) in sharper focus as potential providers of future data center power solutions. For investors watching NextEra Energy, the New York pause on large data centers...

The UK government’s full takeover of British Steel has thrown fresh attention on domestic industrial and infrastructure stocks, as investors weigh political risk, national security priorities, and the role of large capital projects. With Beijing criticising the move and legal challenges looming, cross border investment sentiment is in focus, and so is the potential for UK listed companies that sit closer to the heart of domestic activity. This article looks at how that backdrop could matter...

SL Green Realty (SLG) is back in focus after announcing that SUMMIT Entertainment Ventures, its joint venture with Kenzo Digital, will bring the SUMMIT immersive observatory experience to Tokyo as part of a growing global expansion. See our latest analysis for SL Green Realty. At a share price of $51.54, SL Green Realty has seen a 16.92% 90 day share price return and a 74.81% three year total shareholder return. However, the 1 year total shareholder return is down 9.72%, suggesting longer...

Bank of Nova Scotia (TSX:BNS) is back in focus after issuing new variable rate debentures and floating rate notes, along with court approval of a $10.45 million settlement over non sufficient funds fees. See our latest analysis for Bank of Nova Scotia. Against this backdrop of capital raising and the NSF settlement, Bank of Nova Scotia’s share price has climbed, with a 90 day share price return of 19.44% and a 1 year total shareholder return of 72.71%. This suggests momentum has been building...

Spotify recently expanded parent-managed accounts for kids to its free tier across major markets and introduced tools that label AI-assisted music and remove low-quality generative content, aiming to strengthen safety and transparency on its platform. These changes highlight how content controls and AI disclosure are becoming central to Spotify’s product differentiation as regulators increase scrutiny of digital platforms. We’ll now examine how Spotify’s new parental controls and AI...

Protagonist Therapeutics (PTGX) moved 5.7% higher as investors bought into a broad biotech rally, with the stock participating in a sector wide rotation into biotechnology rather than reacting to company specific headlines. See our latest analysis for Protagonist Therapeutics. With Protagonist Therapeutics trading at US$140.91 and logging a 24.85% 1 month share price return and 61.63% year to date share price return, the strong 1 year total shareholder return of 153.98% and very large 3 year...

UK inflation is expected to cool to 2.4% in June, helped by cheaper petrol and diesel, just as households brace for a 13% jump in the energy price cap and renewed pressure from rising Brent crude. That mix of relief and strain could reshape how consumers spend on non essentials, from shopping and leisure to entertainment. This article looks at 3 UK consumer discretionary stocks from our screener that appear positively exposed to this news backdrop. It is designed to help you think about where...

Vend Marketplaces (OB:VEND) has reported Q2 2026 revenue of NOK 1.7 billion and basic EPS of NOK 2.01, setting a fresh reference point for a business that has swung between profits and losses in recent periods. The company has seen quarterly revenue range between NOK 1.5 billion and NOK 1.7 billion over the past six quarters, while basic EPS has moved from a loss of NOK 25.90 in Q1 2026 to a profit of NOK 2.01 in Q2 2026 after large earnings swings in 2025. With analysts highlighting revenue...

Koninklijke Philips stock has delivered a roughly 29.7% decline over five years, yet on current checks it does not screen as either a clear bargain or clearly overpriced. This puts the focus squarely on whether today’s price around €23.66 fairly reflects its prospects. Over the last five years, shareholders are still facing a decline of about 29.7%, so longer term holders may be cautious about assuming the recent recovery is secure. New product launches such as the Alturion ultrasound system...

As you might know, J.B. Hunt Transport Services, Inc. ( NASDAQ:JBHT ) just kicked off its latest quarterly results with...

Earlier this year, Matador Resources reported quarterly results that fell short of analysts’ revenue and EBITDA estimates, marking the weakest performance among its U.S. shale exploration and production peers. This earnings disappointment raises questions about how effectively Matador’s operations and midstream expansion are translating into financial resilience relative to competitors. Next, we’ll examine how this earnings miss, particularly on EBITDA, could affect Matador’s previously...

Recent Trading Performance for eToro Group eToro Group (NasdaqGS:ETOR) has drawn investor attention after its stock closed at $35.98, with returns down 3.9% over the past day and down 8.1% over the past week. See our latest analysis for eToro Group. For eToro Group, the recent 1 day and 7 day share price declines come on top of a weaker 1 year total shareholder return. This suggests momentum has faded compared with the start of the year, even though the year to date share price return is...

Even when a business is losing money, it's possible for shareholders to make money if they buy a good business at the...

U.S. Bancorp stock has delivered a 3 year return of 87.8%, yet the current checks suggest the shares may still trade below an intrinsic value estimate that screens as undervalued on both an Excess Returns model and earnings multiples. Over the past 3 years, U.S. Bancorp has returned 87.8%, which puts extra focus on whether recent gains have already captured most of the value in the business. New digital payment offerings such as Enhanced Payments can support expectations for more efficient...

Twilio Q1 beat puts recent share gains in focus Twilio (TWLO) drew fresh investor attention after reporting Q1 revenue growth of 20% year on year, a 4.7% beat versus analyst expectations, alongside stronger net revenue retention and billings estimates. See our latest analysis for Twilio. Twilio's strong Q1 has come on top of a sharp share price re-rating, with the stock up 42.0% over 90 days and a 1 year total shareholder return of 57.85%, although the 5 year total shareholder return is down...