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NYSE:SHW
NYSE:SHWChemicals

Sherwin Williams (SHW) Margin Compression Challenges Premium 34x P E Narrative

Sherwin-Williams (SHW) has wrapped up FY 2025 with fourth quarter revenue of US$5,595.9 million and basic EPS of US$1.94, alongside trailing twelve month revenue of US$23.6 billion and EPS of US$10.37 that frame the full year earnings picture. Over recent periods, revenue has moved from US$5,297.2 million in Q4 2024 to US$5,595.9 million in Q4 2025, while quarterly EPS has been reported at US$1.92 and US$1.94 respectively, giving investors a clear read on how top line and per share profits...
NasdaqGS:FFBC
NasdaqGS:FFBCBanks

First Financial Bancorp (FFBC) Earnings Growth Acceleration Challenges Cautious Narratives

First Financial Bancorp (FFBC) closed out FY 2025 with fourth quarter revenue of US$228.7 million and EPS of US$0.65. Trailing twelve month revenue was US$861.8 million and EPS was US$2.68. Over the past year, the company’s revenue increased from US$756.1 million to US$861.8 million and EPS moved from US$2.42 to US$2.68. This coincided with earnings growth of 11.7% over the last 12 months, compared with a 5-year average of 6.8% per year. Investors may weigh this growth and a 3.47% dividend...
NasdaqCM:SKYT
NasdaqCM:SKYTSemiconductor

IonQ SkyWater Deal Puts Quantum Ambitions And Shareholder Value Under Review

IonQ has entered a definitive agreement to acquire SkyWater Technology (NasdaqCM:SKYT), aiming to build a vertically integrated full stack quantum and semiconductor platform in the United States. The combined company is expected to focus on quantum chip development and manufacturing capabilities for government and commercial customers. Multiple law firms have launched investigations into whether the transaction terms and process are fair to SkyWater shareholders. For you as an investor,...
NYSE:JBL
NYSE:JBLElectronic

Is It Too Late To Consider Jabil (JBL) After Its Strong Multi Year Rally?

If you are wondering whether Jabil's share price still offers value, or if most of the opportunity is already reflected in the stock, this article walks through what the numbers indicate about where the price stands today. The stock last closed at US$243.92, with returns of 5.3% over 30 days, 1.5% year to date, 50.2% over 1 year, a gain of about 3x over 3 years, and an even larger gain over 5 years. Recent coverage has focused on Jabil's positioning in electronics manufacturing and supply...
NasdaqGS:HWBK
NasdaqGS:HWBKBanks

Hawthorn Bancshares (HWBK) Margin Improvement To 29.8% Tests Cautious Earnings Narratives

Hawthorn Bancshares (HWBK) has wrapped up FY 2025 with fourth quarter revenue of US$20.8 million and EPS of US$0.90, set against trailing 12‑month revenue of US$79.9 million and EPS of US$3.44 that came with 30.4% earnings growth over the past year. The company has seen revenue move from US$71.9 million and EPS of US$2.61 on a trailing basis a year ago to the latest US$79.9 million and US$3.44, while quarterly revenue has ranged between US$16.7 million and US$20.8 million through 2025. With...
NasdaqCM:FMNB
NasdaqCM:FMNBBanks

A Look At Farmers National Banc (FMNB) Valuation After Recent Share Price Weakness

Farmers National Banc (FMNB) is back on investors’ radar after recent share price moves, with the stock closing at $12.85 and showing mixed returns over the past week, month, and past 3 months. See our latest analysis for Farmers National Banc. At a share price of $12.85, Farmers National Banc has seen short term weakness, with a 7 day share price return of a 7.62% decline, while longer term total shareholder returns over three and five years sit at 2.99% and 14.51% respectively. This may...
NasdaqGS:IONS
NasdaqGS:IONSBiotechs

Has Ionis Pharmaceuticals (IONS) Run Too Far After Its 152% One Year Surge?

If you are wondering whether Ionis Pharmaceuticals at US$83.88 is starting to look expensive or still offers value, you are not alone. The stock has returned 2.6% over the last 7 days, 6.2% over 30 days, 5.3% year to date and 151.7% over the past year, with 103.6% over 3 years and 41.2% over 5 years, which will naturally shape how investors think about its risk and return profile. Recent coverage around Ionis has focused on its position in the pharmaceuticals and biotech space, where...
NYSE:LC
NYSE:LCConsumer Finance

LendingClub (LC) Earnings Surge 164% As Margin Story Tests Bullish Narratives

LendingClub (LC) has wrapped up FY 2025 with fourth quarter revenue of US$354.0 million and basic EPS of US$0.36, set against a trailing twelve month EPS of US$1.18 on revenue of about US$1.33 billion. Over the past year, the company has seen revenue move from US$1.16 billion to roughly US$1.33 billion on a trailing basis, while EPS shifted from US$0.46 to US$1.18, alongside earnings growth of 164.3%. Together with higher reported profit margins compared with the prior year, these results...
ADX:ADNOCGAS
ADX:ADNOCGASOil and Gas

Middle Eastern Penny Stocks Spotlight: ADNOC Gas And 2 Other Noteworthy Picks

Major Gulf markets have recently faced downward pressure due to geopolitical tensions, particularly concerns over potential military actions involving Iran. Despite these challenges, the search for investment opportunities remains robust, and penny stocks continue to attract attention for their potential value. Although the term "penny stocks" may seem outdated, these smaller or newer companies can offer surprising stability and growth prospects when backed by strong financials.
NYSE:FFWM
NYSE:FFWMBanks

First Foundation (FFWM) Q4 Loss Persists And Keeps Bearish Profitability Narratives In Focus

First Foundation (FFWM) just posted its FY 2025 fourth quarter numbers with total revenue of US$54.9 million and a basic EPS loss of US$0.10, as the bank continues to work through a period of unprofitable results. Over the past year, the company has seen trailing twelve month revenue of US$170.5 million against a basic EPS loss of US$1.88, which sets a clear backdrop of earnings pressure even as top line activity remains meaningful. With margins still under strain, the latest release puts the...
NYSE:MSI
NYSE:MSICommunications

Is Motorola Solutions (MSI) Fairly Priced After Recent Public Safety Focus And DCF Signal

If you are wondering whether Motorola Solutions at around US$403 per share looks expensive or reasonable, it helps to step back and look at what the current price actually reflects about the business. The stock has returned 1.4% over the last 7 days and 5.0% over the last 30 days, while the year to date return sits at 5.8% and the 1 year return is a 13.8% decline, compared with a 62.9% return over 3 years and 135.1% over 5 years. Recent news coverage around Motorola Solutions has focused on...
NasdaqGS:DXCM
NasdaqGS:DXCMMedical Equipment

Assessing DexCom (DXCM) Valuation After Barclays Downgrade On Rising CGM Competition

DexCom (DXCM) is back in focus after Barclays downgraded the stock to Underweight, citing intensifying competition in its core insulin-intensive markets projected for 2026 and 2027, and raising questions about valuation. See our latest analysis for DexCom. At a share price of US$74.0, DexCom has seen a 27.10% 90 day share price return and a 10.35% 30 day share price return. However, its 1 year total shareholder return shows a 15.54% decline, signaling fading longer term momentum even as short...
NasdaqGS:XRX
NasdaqGS:XRXTech

Xerox Holdings (XRX) Earnings Losses Reinforce Long Running Profit Decline Concerns

Xerox Holdings (XRX) closed out FY 2025 with Q4 revenue of US$2.0 billion and a basic EPS loss of US$0.60, alongside trailing twelve month EPS of US$8.25 in losses on US$7.0 billion of revenue. Over recent quarters, the company has seen revenue move from US$1.5 billion in Q3 2024 to US$2.0 billion in Q4 2025, while quarterly EPS swung between a loss of US$9.72 in Q3 2024 and a loss of US$0.60 in the latest period. This sets up a story in which margin pressure and loss-making results sit at...
TSXV:VCU
TSXV:VCUMetals and Mining

Vizsla Copper (TSXV:VCU) Valuation After New Palmer Multicritical Mineral Exploration Plans

Vizsla Copper (TSXV:VCU) has laid out new 2026 exploration plans at the Palmer Project, including up to 10,000 metres of diamond drilling and extensive geological model rebuilding that now formally considers multiple critical minerals. See our latest analysis for Vizsla Copper. The latest Palmer Project update comes after a stretch of strong trading interest, with a 90 day share price return of 112.50% and a year to date share price return of 82.14%. At the same time, the 1 year total...
NasdaqGS:META
NasdaqGS:METAInteractive Media and Services

Meta Platforms (META) Margin Compression Challenges Bullish Growth Narratives In FY 2025 Results

Meta Platforms FY 2025 earnings snapshot Meta Platforms (META) has wrapped up FY 2025 with fourth quarter revenue of about US$59.9b and basic EPS of US$9.02, alongside net income of roughly US$22.8b. The latest twelve month figures show total revenue of about US$201.0b with basic EPS of US$23.98 and net income of around US$60.5b. The company has seen quarterly revenue move from roughly US$48.4b and EPS of US$8.24 in Q4 2024 to about US$59.9b and EPS of US$9.02 in Q4 2025, with trailing net...
NYSE:LUV
NYSE:LUVAirlines

Southwest Airlines (LUV) Q4 Revenue Strength Tests High P/E Growth Narrative

Southwest Airlines (LUV) has wrapped up FY 2025 with Q4 revenue of US$7.4 billion and basic EPS of US$0.63, alongside net income of US$323 million. This sets the tone for a year where trailing 12 month revenue came in at US$28.1 billion and EPS of US$0.82 on net income of US$441 million. Over recent quarters, revenue has moved from US$6.9 billion in Q4 2024 to US$7.4 billion in Q4 2025, while quarterly EPS has ranged from a loss of US$0.26 in Q1 2025 to US$0.63 in Q4 2025. This gives...
ASX:IGO
ASX:IGOMetals and Mining

Can IGO (ASX:IGO) Turn Greenbushes’ Strength Into a Coherent Battery Materials Capital Strategy?

In its December quarter update, IGO reported stronger earnings underpinned by higher spodumene production and pricing at Greenbushes, alongside first ore through the new CGP3 plant, while the Kwinana lithium hydroxide refinery remained hampered by outages and high costs. This contrast between a high-margin Greenbushes operation and a loss-making Kwinana refinery is sharpening the focus on how IGO allocates capital across its battery materials portfolio. We will now examine how Greenbushes’...
NYSE:BFH
NYSE:BFHConsumer Finance

Bread Financial Holdings (BFH) Margin Improvement Tests Bearish Credit Risk Narratives

Bread Financial Holdings (BFH) just closed out FY 2025 with Q4 revenue of US$602 million and basic EPS of US$1.15, while trailing twelve month EPS came in at US$10.96 on revenue of about US$2.6 billion. Over the last year, revenue has moved from US$2.44 billion to roughly US$2.60 billion on a trailing basis, with net income excluding extra items rising from US$279 million to US$521 million, setting up a cleaner profitability picture. With net profit margin now at 20% and earnings quality...
NasdaqGS:CTSH
NasdaqGS:CTSHIT

Cognizant Expands AI Partnerships As Shares Trade Below Valuation Estimates

Cognizant Technology Solutions (NasdaqGS:CTSH) has expanded its AI and digital transformation push through partnerships with Cognition, the creator of Devin AI, and Typeface. The company has also secured multi year renewals with Kohler Co., Travel + Leisure Co., and Flagstar Bank, reinforcing its role in large scale enterprise technology programs. These moves focus on autonomous AI engineering, AI driven marketing operations, and continued cloud and digital modernization across several...
NYSE:TPB
NYSE:TPBTobacco

Did Strong Q3 Results, Modern Oral Growth, and New ATM Capacity Just Shift Turning Point Brands' (TPB) Investment Narrative?

Turning Point Brands recently reported third-quarter revenue and EBITDA that exceeded analyst expectations, underpinned by strong growth in its Modern Oral segment, and amended its at-the-market sales agreement to allow an additional US$200,000,000 of common stock issuance while declaring a regular quarterly dividend payable on January 9, 2026. This combination of better-than-expected operating performance and expanded capital-raising flexibility highlights how the company is simultaneously...