U.S. Auto Stock News

Azenta recently released third-quarter 2025 financial results, reporting revenue of US$143.94 million, a flat performance year over year, while delivering a net loss of US$52.81 million and maintaining full-year revenue growth guidance of 3% to 5%. Following the earnings announcement, an analyst upgrade and ongoing cost-reduction measures underscored renewed confidence in Azenta’s margin expansion despite softness in its Sample Management Solutions division. We'll explore how Azenta’s...

Earlier this week, Sweetgreen announced its 2025 business outlook, planning at least 40 net new restaurant openings, 20 featuring its Infinite Kitchen technology, and updated guidance with expected annual revenue in the range of US$700 million to US$715 million and a same-store sales change of 4% to 6% decline. This combination of significant restaurant growth, technology rollouts, and revised sales guidance indicates a pivotal year for Sweetgreen as it balances expansion with evolving...

Fox Factory Holding Corp. recently announced its second quarter 2025 earnings, reporting sales of US$374.86 million but a sharp decline in net income to US$2.74 million compared to a year ago. The company also updated its sales guidance for the third quarter and full fiscal year 2025, taking into account both year-to-date results and ongoing tariff impacts. We'll examine how the company’s lower profitability despite higher sales affects Fox Factory Holding's near-term investment narrative...

Sealed Air Corporation recently reported its second-quarter 2025 earnings, showing slightly decreased quarterly sales and net income alongside improved results for the first half of the year, while also announcing the appointment of Kristen Actis-Grande as its new Chief Financial Officer, effective August 25. The blend of stable financial performance and an incoming CFO with extensive finance leadership experience marks a period of transition for Sealed Air, potentially influencing future...

Bath & Body Works has expanded its distribution by launching product sales in over 600 U.S. college campus stores through partnerships with major bookstore operators such as Barnes & Noble and Follett Corp, offering popular Gen Z fragrances and personal care items directly to students. This move marks the brand’s first large-scale third-party distribution outside its own stores, representing a significant shift to target Gen Z consumers in their everyday environments and broaden market reach...

California Water Service Group recently reported its second quarter 2025 earnings, showing year-over-year quarterly growth in sales to US$264.95 million and net income to US$42.17 million, and declared its 322nd consecutive quarterly dividend of US$0.30 per share, payable in August. While quarterly results were stronger compared to last year, the company’s six-month sales and net income saw meaningful declines, reflecting uneven financial performance over the half-year. We'll explore how the...

nLIGHT, Inc. reported its second quarter 2025 financial results, with revenue rising to US$61.74 million and net loss shrinking to US$3.59 million compared to the same period last year. The company also issued a revenue outlook for the third quarter, projecting continued growth and highlighting advances across both Products and Advanced Development segments. We'll explore how nLIGHT's reduced net loss and higher revenue forecast may influence its long-term investment narrative. The end of...

In recent weeks, Four Corners Property Trust announced multiple acquisitions, including Mavis Tire in Mississippi for US$2.6 million, two Caribou Coffee sites in Wisconsin for US$2.8 million, and restaurant properties in Pennsylvania for US$4.8 million, all secured under long-term triple net leases with corporate operators in strong retail corridors. Alongside these transactions, the company reported quarterly results showing year-over-year increases in both revenue and net income, with...

Portland General Electric recently completed three utility-scale battery energy storage systems, adding 475 MW and over 1.9 GWh of dispatchable capacity to serve the Portland metro area and improve grid stability, alongside reporting second-quarter revenue of US$807 million and net income of US$62 million. Notably, the company also experienced a very large 16.5% increase in industrial electric load, largely driven by demand from data centers and high-tech customers, further supported by new...

Delek US Holdings recently reported its second quarter 2025 results, with sales declining to US$2,764.6 million and a net loss rising to US$106.4 million compared to the previous year, while also announcing the repurchase of over 1 million shares and affirming its quarterly dividend. Despite ongoing share buybacks and continued dividend payments, the company’s losses widened significantly amid lower sales, underlining mounting financial challenges for the period. We’ll explore how the...

Rambus recently reported its second quarter 2025 results, recording US$172.21 million in revenue and US$57.94 million in net income, alongside new third-quarter revenue guidance and the completion of a multi-year share buyback program. An interesting highlight is that the company has now repurchased more than 14.43 million shares for a total of US$462.67 million since launching its buyback plan in 2020, signaling a long-term focus on capital returns. We'll now examine how Rambus's strong...

Apple Hospitality REIT, Inc. recently reported its second quarter and six-month 2025 earnings, highlighting year-over-year decreases in revenue and net income, with quarterly revenue at US$384.37 million and net income at US$63.65 million. The lower earnings per share compared to last year indicate increased pressure on profitability, which may raise questions about the company’s ability to maintain its previous financial performance. With net income dropping this quarter, we'll assess how...

In late July 2025, Lear Corporation reinstated its full-year 2025 guidance and confirmed a new phase in its capital return strategy, including the extension of its US$2.0 billion unsecured revolving credit facility to July 2030 and completion of an additional US$25 million in share repurchases. The company's renewed outlook comes as it continues to invest in restructuring and automation, expecting cost savings and margin improvement despite production headwinds and a slight reduction in...

Marex Group plc has filed a shelf registration for potential issuance of senior unsubordinated unsecured debt securities, indicating the company may seek to raise capital through the debt markets in the future. This move provides Marex with greater financial flexibility and points to potential initiatives such as refinancing, business investment, or balance sheet management. We'll explore how Marex's new debt shelf registration could influence its investment case, particularly regarding...

Brookfield Renewable recently declared a quarterly dividend of US$0.373 per class A share and announced earnings for the second quarter of 2025, reporting sales of US$952 million and a net loss of US$1.41 billion. The company highlighted record Funds From Operations, expanded its partnership with Google for up to 3,000 megawatts of hydroelectric capacity, and increased its investment in Colombia's Isagen business while continuing asset recycling efforts. We’ll examine how Brookfield...

Otter Tail Corporation recently reported its second quarter 2025 earnings, revealing better-than-expected adjusted earnings per share, increased annual earnings guidance, and the declaration of a US$0.525 quarterly dividend payable in September. An interesting aspect is that the company's Plastics segment outperformed expectations and management secured approval to recover capital investments for two solar projects alongside filing for a new electric rate increase. To understand what this...

In late July 2025, OGE Energy announced the appointment of Lyle G. Ganske to its board and reported quarterly results with revenue of US$741.6 million and net income of US$107.5 million for the second quarter, as well as maintaining a positive full-year earnings outlook due to strong regional economic growth. While the addition of an experienced director highlights the company’s governance focus, the main highlight was OGE's confidence in achieving earnings at the upper end of its 2025...

Following its latest quarterly earnings release, Whirlpool Corporation provided 2025 guidance calling for approximately flat net sales of US$15.8 billion, stable EBIT margin of 5.7%, and ongoing earnings per share between US$6 and US$8, alongside a recommended annual dividend reduction to US$3.60 per share starting in the third quarter. The simultaneous revision of earnings guidance and a dividend cut highlights how Whirlpool is addressing the impact of weakening global consumer sentiment...

Duality Advisers LP recently reduced its holdings in Semtech, while several other hedge funds also adjusted their stakes and analysts updated their outlooks for the company. Shifts in institutional ownership and a mix of analyst ratings can influence perceptions of Semtech’s outlook and prompt changes in market sentiment. We'll explore how fresh analyst activity and institutional shifts could shape expectations for Semtech’s future revenue and margin performance. Explore 26 top quantum...

EPR Properties recently announced its second quarter 2025 financial results, reporting revenue of US$178.07 million and net income of US$75.64 million, both significantly higher than last year, along with a raised full-year earnings guidance. An interesting detail from the announcement is the planned retirement of Chief Investment Officer Gregory E. Zimmerman in early 2026, with Ben Fox set to succeed him, signaling a leadership transition alongside the improved outlook. We'll examine how...

Burford Capital Limited reported earnings for the second quarter and first half of 2025, showing revenue of US$191.29 million and net income of US$88.3 million for the quarter, both higher than the same period last year. A substantial jump in net income for the six-month period, reaching US$119.23 million from US$23.81 million a year earlier, highlights significant operational and financial gains for the firm. We'll explore how Burford Capital's marked profit growth this quarter shapes its...

Federal Signal Corporation recently reported its second-quarter and first-half 2025 results, highlighting year-over-year increases in sales and net income, and raised its full-year net sales guidance to a new range of US$2.07 billion to US$2.13 billion. An important takeaway is the management's continued emphasis on mergers and acquisitions, with early synergy benefits already identified in its recent Hog acquisition and an active pipeline supporting future growth plans. We'll examine how...

Skyward Specialty Insurance Group announced results for the second quarter and six months ended June 30, 2025, reporting quarterly revenue of US$319.9 million and net income of US$38.84 million, both up from the same period last year. This marks a period of continued business growth, with year-to-date revenue reaching US$648.43 million and net income rising to US$80.9 million compared to the prior year. We'll examine how these strong revenue and income gains inform the future growth...

Axsome Therapeutics recently announced its second quarter 2025 earnings, reporting revenue of US$150.04 million and a net loss of US$47.97 million compared to US$87.17 million revenue and US$79.35 million net loss in the prior year period. This marked improvement in both revenue and net loss suggests increased product adoption and operational progress in the biopharmaceutical company's core CNS disorder therapies. We'll explore how the strong year-over-year revenue growth in Axsome's recent...