TSX:LB
TSX:LBBanks

Will Laurentian Bank’s (TSX:LB) Rate Cut Strategy Drive Lending Growth or Pressure Margins?

Laurentian Bank of Canada recently reduced its base and prime lending rates by 25 basis points for both CAD and USD products, effective October 30, 2025, aiming to adjust its monetary policy in response to current market conditions. This shift is designed to make borrowing more accessible and could boost the bank’s competitive appeal for retail and commercial customers across Canada and the United States. We'll assess how Laurentian Bank's interest rate reductions might influence its...
NYSE:IVT
NYSE:IVTRetail REITs

How Lowered Earnings Guidance at InvenTrust Properties (IVT) Shifts Focus on Sun Belt Retail Strategy

InvenTrust Properties reported its third quarter and nine-month 2025 results, showing higher sales, revenue, and a return to profit, with net income for the quarter at US$6.03 million compared to a net loss a year earlier. Despite improved results, the company lowered its full-year net income per diluted share guidance, updating the range to US$1.40–US$1.44, below previous expectations. We'll examine how the lowered earnings guidance may affect the company's investment narrative focused on...
ASX:WBC
ASX:WBCBanks

Westpac (ASX:WBC) Margin Decline Reinforces Concerns Over Premium Valuation

Westpac Banking (ASX:WBC) reported earnings growth of 3.93% per year, with revenue tracking slightly behind at 3.6% per year. The company’s current net profit margin is 31.5%, reflecting a modest decline from last year's 33.2%. Over the last five years, Westpac delivered a solid 12.4% annualized earnings growth, and its earnings quality remains high, although growth forecasts suggest the bank will lag the broader Australian market. See our full analysis for Westpac Banking. Next up, we’ll see...
NYSE:EE
NYSE:EEOil and Gas

Excelerate Energy (NYSE:EE): Is the Current Valuation Justified After Recent Share Price Movements?

Excelerate Energy (NYSE:EE) has caught some attention recently as investors review its latest stock movements and financial growth. With shares showing mixed results over the past month, many are exploring what might shape expectations from this point forward. See our latest analysis for Excelerate Energy. While Excelerate Energy's share price bounced around over the past quarter, the bigger story is its 9.7% total shareholder return over the last year, which stands out despite a year-to-date...