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XTRA:MRK
XTRA:MRKPharmaceuticals

Why Merck KGaA (XTRA:MRK) Is Up 6.6% After Beating Q4 Profitability Forecasts And What's Next

In the past year, Germany’s Merck KGaA reported that its 2014 group sales rose 3.7%, while fourth-quarter EBITDA excluding one-offs increased 10.5%, both ahead of analyst forecasts. This stronger-than-expected revenue and earnings performance highlighted Merck KGaA’s operational discipline and demand resilience across its core science and technology businesses. We’ll now examine how this earnings beat, particularly the stronger fourth-quarter profitability, could influence Merck KGaA’s...
NYSE:BLD
NYSE:BLDConsumer Durables

TopBuild’s (BLD) Dual-Revenue Model: Efficiency Edge or Hidden Concentration Risk Amid Construction Strength?

In recent months, TopBuild has benefited from a construction surge, with its installer-distributor model capturing value from both material markups and installation services, helping it consistently exceed earnings estimates. This dual-revenue approach has allowed TopBuild to enhance margins while some manufacturers face cost pressure, highlighting how its business model can extract more value from robust building activity. We'll now examine how TopBuild's installer-distributor model,...
SEHK:1585
SEHK:1585Auto

Yadea Group Holdings (SEHK:1585) Valuation Check After Strong 2025 Profit Guidance And Electric Two Wheeler Growth

Yadea Group Holdings (SEHK:1585) has issued new earnings guidance, telling investors it expects net profit of at least CN¥2.9b for 2025, compared with CN¥1.27b in 2024. See our latest analysis for Yadea Group Holdings. The earnings guidance comes as Yadea’s share price performance has been relatively mixed, with a 9.17% 7-day share price return and a 5.20% year-to-date share price return. The 1-year total shareholder return is 6.87%, while the 3- and 5-year total shareholder returns remain...
OB:YAR
OB:YARChemicals

How Investors May Respond To Yara International (OB:YAR) Targeting EBITDA Gains Through Efficiency And Decarbonization

In early 2026, Yara International ASA set out medium- and long-term goals to improve EBITDA by US$200 million by 2027 and US$350 million by 2030, underpinned by operational excellence, more flexible sourcing and growth in premium products. An important angle for investors is Yara’s emphasis on decarbonization and regulatory adaptation, using partnerships and disciplined capital allocation to reshape how it creates value and supports shareholder returns. We’ll now examine how Yara’s new...
TSX:NGEX
TSX:NGEXMetals and Mining

Why NGEx Minerals (TSX:NGEX) Is Up 6.9% After High-Grade Lunahuasi Phase 4 Drill Results

NGEx Minerals recently reported Phase 4 drill results from holes DPDH050 to DPDH054 at its 100%-owned Lunahuasi copper-gold-silver project in San Juan, Argentina, showing long high-grade intersections and expansion of the Mars, Jupiter, and Saturn zones. The program, now exceeding 12,000 metres and ahead of schedule, marks NGEx’s largest-ever drill campaign at Lunahuasi and underscores Lunahuasi’s growing gold potential. We’ll now examine how these ahead-of-schedule, high-grade Lunahuasi...
TASE:PTBL
TASE:PTBLReal Estate

A Look At Property & Building (TASE:PTBL) Valuation After US Court Clears Summit Apartment Deal Bidding

A US bankruptcy court has allowed the bidding process to continue for over 5,000 Brooklyn apartments tied to Summit Properties, an affiliate of Property & Building (TASE:PTBL), keeping this large US real estate transaction in play for investors. See our latest analysis for Property & Building. The court decision comes as Property & Building’s share price trades at ₪428.4, with an 11.85% 1 month share price return and an 8.46% year to date share price return. The 1 year total shareholder...
LSE:RPI
LSE:RPITech

3 UK Stocks That May Be Undervalued In January 2026

The UK stock market has recently faced challenges, with the FTSE 100 and FTSE 250 indices both closing lower amid concerns over weak trade data from China, highlighting the interconnectedness of global economies. In such an environment, identifying undervalued stocks can be crucial for investors seeking opportunities that may offer potential value despite broader market uncertainties.
AIM:TRB
AIM:TRBConsumer Services

Spotlight On 3 UK Penny Stocks With Market Caps Under £200M

The United Kingdom's stock market has recently faced downward pressure, with the FTSE 100 and FTSE 250 indices both closing lower amid concerns over weak trade data from China. Despite these broader market challenges, certain investment opportunities continue to hold promise for those willing to explore beyond the blue-chip stocks. Penny stocks, though often viewed as a term from a bygone era, still represent viable prospects for growth when backed by strong financials and sound fundamentals.
NasdaqGS:RIGL
NasdaqGS:RIGLBiotechs

Rigel Pharmaceuticals (RIGL) Is Down 7.7% After Issuing Detailed 2026 Revenue Mix Guidance – Has The Bull Case Changed?

In January 2026, Rigel Pharmaceuticals issued full-year 2026 earnings guidance, projecting total revenue of about US$275 million to US$290 million, including US$255 million to US$265 million in net product sales and US$20 million to US$25 million in contract revenue. This fresh guidance gives investors a clearer view of how management currently sees the balance between core product sales and partnership-driven contract income. We’ll now consider how Rigel’s new 2026 revenue guidance,...
OB:WAWI
OB:WAWIShipping

Wallenius Wilhelmsen (OB:WAWI) Valuation Check After New US$130 Million Asian Shipping Contract

Wallenius Wilhelmsen (OB:WAWI) has signed a one-year shipping contract, starting in 2026, with a leading Asian vehicle and heavy equipment manufacturer. The agreement is estimated at about US$130 million based on agreed shipping volumes. See our latest analysis for Wallenius Wilhelmsen. The contract news comes after a strong period for the stock, with a 90 day share price return of 33.76% and a 1 year total shareholder return of 43.53%, while the 5 year total shareholder return is about...