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DRDGOLD recently received a Zacks Rank of #1 (Strong Buy) after analysts raised full-year earnings estimates by 80% in the past quarter. This upward revision comes as DRDGOLD has delivered a return significantly higher than the average for the Basic Materials sector so far this year. We'll explore how heightened optimism about DRDGOLD's earnings outlook may impact the company's longer-term investment narrative. Trump has pledged to "unleash" American oil and gas and these 22 US stocks have...

If you’re watching Yum China Holdings (NYSE:YUMC), this latest move is tough to ignore. The company has just unveiled a fresh US$270 million share buyback plan for 2025, part of its much broader, multi-year capital return strategy. Management is sending a clear message here: they still believe in the company’s longer-term growth trajectory, even as they face fierce competition and shifting consumer habits. For investors, a buyback of this magnitude isn’t just about reducing share count. It...

Noble Investment Group and Marriott International recently broke ground on their 10th StudioRes hotel, marking a significant milestone in the rapid expansion of Marriott's extended-stay brand aimed at professionals, relocating families, and mobile travelers. This collaboration highlights Marriott's focus on capturing accelerated demand in the undersupplied extended-stay segment while leveraging a robust pipeline and the reach of its loyalty program, Marriott Bonvoy. We'll explore how this...

Visa's broader strategic trends over the past year have been focused on digital innovation. Despite a dip of nearly 4% over the past three months, Visa’s year-to-date return stands at nearly 8%, and its 12-month gain approaches 19%. The contrast between short-term pullbacks and longer-term momentum highlights ongoing market debates around risk and future growth prospects for the company.

Recently, Vistra Corp has attracted significant attention due to ongoing discussions about acquiring Comanche Peak, supported by the Texas SB6 bill, and the company is furthering its renewable energy and AI-driven efficiency initiatives. While analysts have shown optimism based on these growth strategies, current earnings forecasts anticipate a notable year-over-year decline for the current quarter, despite expectations of revenue growth ahead. We will now examine how Vistra's potential...

NV5 Global (NVEE) just posted quarterly results that are turning heads. The company’s revenue climbed 10.1% year on year, surpassing what analysts expected, and management doubled down on confidence by reaffirming its 2025 full-year guidance for revenue and earnings per share. Add in three fresh acquisitions early in the year, which extend NV5 Global’s footprint in important geographies, and this event speaks to real momentum rather than just a passing headline. So, how has all this activity...

Scorpio Tankers Inc. announced it has entered into an agreement to sell its 2020-built scrubber-fitted MR product tanker, STI Maestro, for US$42.0 million, with the transaction expected to close in the fourth quarter of 2025. This deal, along with a newly secured long-term charter, highlights the company's ongoing efforts to optimize fleet management and support reliable revenue streams. We'll explore how the asset sale and charter agreement may influence Scorpio Tankers' investment...

During the second quarter of 2025, Brown Advisory initiated a position in Fair Isaac Corporation, emphasizing its integral role in the mortgage ecosystem and credit risk management despite recent challenges posed by higher interest rates. This new institutional support highlights how Fair Isaac's dominant market share and reputation for innovation continue to attract long-term investor interest even in softer lending conditions. We'll examine how Brown Advisory's confidence in Fair Isaac's...

Lucid Group announced a major partnership with Uber Technologies, securing US$300 million in funding and an agreement to provide at least 20,000 Gravity SUVs equipped with autonomous technology over the next six years, while also launching European pre-orders for its all-electric Gravity SUV with deliveries set for early 2026. This dual announcement highlights Lucid’s move to expand both its enterprise and consumer market reach, linking large-scale fleet deployments with direct entry into...

United Parcel Service (UPS) is once again in the spotlight, leaving investors debating whether a change in direction is underway or if patience is required. There is no headline-grabbing news event sparking today's move, but the share price slide of nearly 32% year-to-date is attention-grabbing in its own right. For anyone weighing what to do with UPS stock, the conversation shifts naturally toward value. Is the current level an invitation or a warning? Across the past year, UPS has endured...

If you've been watching Warrior Met Coal (HCC) lately, their latest move might have you reconsidering your next steps. The company has just amended and extended its revolving credit facility, increasing available commitments by $27 million and extending the maturity date. This is not just a routine financial adjustment; it is a strategic effort to strengthen liquidity ahead of the Blue Creek project's startup. The project is expected to ramp up production volumes by roughly 75 percent. At the...

Camtek (NasdaqGM:CAMT) just wrapped up a $425 million zero-coupon convertible bond offering, following last week’s initial announcement of the deal. For investors, this is not just another fundraising event; it signals a major shift in how Camtek is choosing to finance future growth, boost its balance sheet, and potentially increase flexibility for new projects or acquisitions in the future. The convertible nature of the notes means current and prospective shareholders will want to pay close...

On September 2, 2025, The Hanover Insurance Group's board of directors declared a quarterly dividend of US$0.90 per share, payable September 26, 2025, to shareholders of record as of September 12. This routine dividend affirmation was accompanied by the announcement of an upcoming virtual investor meeting hosted by Piper Sandler, offering potential new information to the market. We'll examine how the anticipation surrounding Piper Sandler's virtual meeting may influence investor perceptions...

Thinking about what to do with Duke Energy (DUK)? The company just wrapped up a series of major fixed-income offerings, issuing over $1.7 billion in new senior unsecured notes with fixed rates and maturities stretching out to 2055. Moves like this usually grab Wall Street’s attention, not just for the size but because they speak volumes about management’s current priorities such as shoring up the balance sheet, locking in borrowing costs, and perhaps preparing for future investment or...

Earlier this week, Zoetis announced that the European Medicines Agency’s Committee for Veterinary Medicinal Products has issued a positive opinion recommending marketing authorization for Portela®, a novel monoclonal antibody therapy designed to provide three months of pain relief for cats with osteoarthritis. If approved, Portela would become the first long-acting anti-nerve growth factor monoclonal antibody therapy for cats, representing a significant innovation for feline osteoarthritis...

On September 2, 2025, Dolby Laboratories announced Dolby Vision 2, its latest advancement in picture quality technology, with Hisense becoming the first TV brand to adopt the new standard and CANAL+ committing content support. This launch highlights Dolby's ability to drive new industry standards through close partnerships with both leading device manufacturers and prominent content providers. We'll explore how Dolby Vision 2's industry-first adoption may influence Dolby's growth prospects...

Abercrombie & Fitch was recently announced as the official fashion partner of the NFL, launching its first league-level sponsorship and releasing an exclusive collection featuring collaborations with NFL stars and apparel designed for women football fans. This move marks a significant effort by Abercrombie to expand its brand visibility and appeal to a broader, more diverse fan base, especially among women sports enthusiasts. We'll examine how the brand's partnership with the NFL could...

General Mills (GIS) recently reaffirmed its earnings guidance for fiscal year 2026, projecting that organic net sales will come in somewhere between down 1% and up 1% from last year. The company also outlined that inorganic factors such as business divestitures, acquisitions, currency changes, and a 53rd week in the fiscal calendar are expected to trim about 4% off total net sales growth. This careful reiteration has drawn attention from investors, sparking new conversations about what kind...

On September 8, 2025, TPG Inc. announced the appointment of Juan Diego “JD” Vargas as a Partner and senior member of the TPG Rise Climate Transition Infrastructure team, bringing close to 20 years of energy and infrastructure investing experience to the firm. This leadership addition points to TPG's intention to expand its value-add infrastructure focus within the climate ecosystem, reinforced by Vargas’s background at EQT and First Reserve. We'll explore how Vargas's experience in critical...

NANO Nuclear Energy Inc. recently announced it has been awarded a US$1.25 million Direct to Phase II Small Business Innovation Research contract by AFWERX to explore deploying its KRONOS MMR™ Energy System at Joint Base Anacostia-Bolling in Washington, D.C. This contract underscores growing government interest in advanced microreactor solutions for resilient, carbon-free power, with potential implications for both military and commercial energy infrastructure. We’ll explore how NANO...

Earlier this month, Hawaiian Electric Industries and its subsidiary initiated a series of fixed income investor calls for a possible US$400 million private offering of 8-year senior unsecured notes, alongside amending and expanding their revolving credit facilities to increase available commitments and extend terms. These financing steps mark a significant move to reinforce liquidity and flexibility for supporting capital investments, debt repayment, and core operational needs across the...

If you have been following AES (AES) lately, you know that the conversation has taken a sharp turn. Indianapolis lawmakers from both parties are voicing strong opposition to the company's proposed residential electricity rate increase, raising the possibility that AES might have to pull back or face regulatory hurdles. What started as a straightforward rate case has become a flashpoint for concerns about consumer costs and how much political risk utilities like AES might need to price in...

If you’ve been watching Ubiquiti (UI) and wondering what’s driving the buzz lately, you’re not alone. The company has posted earnings per share growth of 24% annually over the last three years, along with a notable uptick in operational margins. These metrics can turn casual observers into serious investors overnight. The fact that insiders own a staggering 93% of shares only adds fuel to the story, suggesting the people running Ubiquiti have a major stake in its future outcomes. All this has...

ReNew Energy Global (NasdaqGS:RNW) is back on investors’ radars thanks to some recent volatility that has people questioning what’s in store for the stock. When a company with double-digit annual revenue and net income growth moves the way RNW has, it is likely that investors are weighing not just what happened, but what could happen next. Whether you have held RNW for a while or are just now taking interest, it is worth asking how much upside the company may still offer, or if the current...