U.S. Banks Stock News

As the U.S. stock market celebrates new highs with the Dow Jones and S&P 500 setting records, investors are keenly observing various opportunities across different sectors. The term 'penny stocks' might feel like a relic of past market eras, but the potential they represent is as real as ever. Typically referring to smaller or relatively new companies, these stocks can provide a mix of affordability and growth potential when paired with strong financials.

As the U.S. market continues to reach new heights with the S&P 500 setting all-time records, investors are increasingly interested in exploring opportunities beyond the well-trodden paths of blue-chip stocks. In this dynamic environment, identifying small-cap stocks that offer unique growth potential can be particularly rewarding, especially when these companies demonstrate resilience and innovation amidst broader market trends.

As the U.S. stock market continues to reach new heights with the Dow Jones and S&P 500 setting fresh records, investors are increasingly seeking stable returns amidst a backdrop of rising gold and silver prices. In this dynamic environment, dividend stocks offer a compelling option for those looking to benefit from consistent income while participating in potential market gains.

Unfortunately for some shareholders, the J-Star Holding Co., Ltd. ( NASDAQ:YMAT ) share price has dived 27% in the last...

Some Li Auto Inc. ( NASDAQ:LI ) shareholders may be a little concerned to see that the CFO & Executive Director, Tie...

The board of Morningstar, Inc. ( NASDAQ:MORN ) has announced that it will be paying its dividend of $0.50 on the 30th...

We'd be surprised if NexPoint Real Estate Finance, Inc. ( NYSE:NREF ) shareholders haven't noticed that the Director...

Inspired Entertainment, Inc. ( NASDAQ:INSE ) shareholders would be excited to see that the share price has had a great...

Investar Holding Corporation ( NASDAQ:ISTR ) has announced that it will pay a dividend of $0.11 per share on the 30th...

Many investors are still learning about the various metrics that can be useful when analysing a stock. This article is...

Legendary fund manager Li Lu (who Charlie Munger backed) once said, 'The biggest investment risk is not the volatility...

RLX Technology Inc.'s ( NYSE:RLX ) price-to-earnings (or "P/E") ratio of 25.5x might make it look like a sell right now...

Mach Natural Resources (MNR) has slid over the past year, even as its revenue and earnings have grown, which naturally raises the question: is the market underestimating this young Anadarko focused producer? See our latest analysis for Mach Natural Resources. Despite annual revenue and net income growth, Mach Natural Resources’ share price return has been weak, with the stock now at around $11.20 and a year to date share price return of negative 34.39 percent. The 1 year total shareholder...

In December 2025, Worthington Enterprises reported second-quarter sales of US$327.45 million, stable earnings per share, continued share repurchases, a US$0.19 dividend, and outlined new acquisition plans while adding veteran industrial executive Charles Chiappone to its board. Together with innovation in data-center cooling tanks and the planned purchase of metal roofing specialist LSI, these moves underline Worthington’s push to blend product innovation with bolt-on deals to lift margins...

AAR (AIR) has quietly built a strong track record in aviation services, and its stock performance over the past year reflects that momentum, with shares significantly outpacing the broader market. See our latest analysis for AAR. That strength mirrors the stock’s run, with a near 40% year to date share price return and an almost 42% one year total shareholder return, signaling that momentum is still firmly building. If AAR’s steady climb has your attention, this might be a good moment to scan...

In recent months, Adtalem Global Education completed a US$150.00 million share repurchase of 1,600,000 shares and, on December 15, 2025, its board authorized a new share buyback program of up to US$750.00 million running through December 15, 2028. These capital allocation moves came shortly after the company reported revenue that exceeded expectations but paired it with weaker full-year guidance and news of a significant institutional investor exiting its position, reshaping how some...

OPENLANE, Inc. ( NYSE:KAR ) shareholders would be excited to see that the share price has had a great month, posting a...

American Battery Technology stock moves after S&P/TSX index inclusion American Battery Technology (ABAT) just earned a spot in the S&P/TSX Global Mining Index, a change that can draw in fresh institutional money and put the stock on more investors’ radars. See our latest analysis for American Battery Technology. The index inclusion caps a volatile stretch where the 1-month share price return of 12.78 percent and year to date share price return of 86.39 percent contrast with a weaker three...

Churchill Downs (CHDN) has quietly outpaced the market over the past 3 months, gaining about 18%, even as its one year return still sits in negative territory for longer term holders. See our latest analysis for Churchill Downs. That recent 30 day share price return of 7.4%, and 18.5% over 90 days, suggests momentum is rebuilding after a tough year in which total shareholder return is still negative, despite solid multi year gains. If Churchill Downs has you rethinking where growth could come...

Iridium Communications (IRDM) just caught a lift after being added to the S&P 600, a technical shift that sparked fresh buying from index-tracking funds and pushed the stock meaningfully higher. See our latest analysis for Iridium Communications. That index bump arrives after a tough stretch, with the share price sitting at $17.40 and a year-to-date share price return of minus 41.16%. The one-year total shareholder return of minus 37.92% shows longer term holders are still deep in the red,...

With the business potentially at an important milestone, we thought we'd take a closer look at Tarsus Pharmaceuticals...

Alpha Metallurgical Resources (AMR) just laid out its 2026 playbook, guiding for 15.1 million to 16.5 million tons of total coal shipments, a key datapoint for anyone tracking future cash flow and valuation. See our latest analysis for Alpha Metallurgical Resources. That guidance lands after a powerful run, with a roughly 35.6% 1 month share price return and a 47.7% 3 year total shareholder return. This suggests momentum is still firmly with Alpha Metallurgical Resources even as investors...

National Fuel Gas (NFG) has quietly outperformed many utility peers this year, and with shares hovering near 52 week highs, investors are asking whether the diversified gas player still offers room to run. See our latest analysis for National Fuel Gas. At around $81.58 a share, NFG has cooled off slightly in recent weeks, but its strong year to date share price return and impressive five year total shareholder return suggest momentum is still very much intact as investors reassess its long...

The Morning Bull - US Market Morning Update Thursday, Dec, 25 2025 US stock futures are pointing higher this morning, with contracts tied to the S and P 500 up about 0.3 percent, as investors weigh strong economic data against easing borrowing costs. Weekly jobless claims dropped to 214,000, the lowest since January, which means layoffs remain rare and the job market is still holding up. At the same time, the 10 year Treasury yield has slipped toward 4.16 percent and 30 year mortgage rates...