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NYSE:CB
NYSE:CBInsurance

Chubb’s Record Results Raise Questions On Valuation And Margin Durability

Chubb reported record quarterly and full year operating results, including record net income and core operating income. The company highlighted strong underwriting and life premium growth alongside improved operational efficiency and a record low combined ratio. Property and casualty and life segments both contributed to higher premiums and robust profitability. For investors watching NYSE:CB, these results come with a share price of $329.45 and a value score of 4. The stock has returned...
NasdaqGS:AZTA
NasdaqGS:AZTALife Sciences

Azenta (AZTA) Returns To Quarterly EPS Loss Challenging Recent Profitability Narrative

Azenta (AZTA) opened its Q1 2026 update with revenue of $148.6 million and a basic EPS loss of $0.11, setting a measured tone for the quarter. The company has seen quarterly revenue move within a relatively tight band, from $151.1 million in Q4 2024 to $147.5 million in Q1 2025, $143.4 million in Q2 2025, $143.9 million in Q3 2025, $159.0 million in Q4 2025 and now $148.6 million in Q1 2026. EPS swung from a small loss of $0.02 in Q4 2024 to a profit of $1.12 in Q4 2025 before returning to a...
NasdaqGS:CDW
NasdaqGS:CDWElectronic

CDW (CDW) Net Margin Compression Tests Bullish Narratives After Q3 FY 2025 Results

CDW (CDW) has put fresh numbers on the table for FY 2025, with third quarter revenue of US$5.7b, basic EPS of US$2.22 and net income of US$291m, giving investors a clearer read on how the year is shaping up. The company has seen revenue move from US$5.2b in Q4 2024 to US$5.2b in Q1 2025, US$6.0b in Q2 2025 and US$5.7b in Q3 2025. Over the same period, quarterly EPS went from US$1.98 to US$1.70, US$2.06 and US$2.22, setting the scene for investors to focus on how these results tie back to...
NYSE:THG
NYSE:THGInsurance

Hanover Insurance Group (THG) Combined Ratio Improvement Challenges Bearish Profitability Narratives

Hanover Insurance Group (THG) has released its FY 2025 numbers with fourth quarter revenue of US$1,671.8 million and basic EPS of US$5.52, capped off by trailing twelve month revenue of US$6.6 billion and EPS of US$18.51. Over recent reporting periods the company has seen revenue move from US$1,584.3 million and EPS of US$4.65 in Q4 2024 to US$1,671.8 million and EPS of US$5.52 in Q4 2025. Trailing net income reached US$660.7 million and margins sat at 10% over the last year, giving investors...
NYSE:FIX
NYSE:FIXConstruction

Comfort Systems USA Rides AI Data Center Wave With Undervalued Shares

Comfort Systems USA (NYSE:FIX) is benefiting from rising demand for data center and AI related infrastructure. Recent acquisitions are expected to significantly strengthen the company’s position and revenue base in these markets. Management is highlighting strong backlog growth tied to AI and data center projects. Comfort Systems USA, trading at $1,119.81, is increasingly tied to the build out of data centers that support AI workloads. The stock has moved sharply over time, with a 152.4%...
NasdaqGS:CTSH
NasdaqGS:CTSHIT

Cognizant (CTSH) Margin Decline To 10.2% Revives Bearish Profitability Narratives

Cognizant Technology Solutions (CTSH) opened FY 2025 with Q1 revenue of US$5.1b and basic EPS of US$1.34, followed by Q2 revenue of US$5.2b and EPS of US$1.31, and then Q3 revenue of US$5.4b with EPS of US$0.56, setting a clear view of how the top and bottom line have tracked through the year. Over the past few quarters, revenue has moved from US$4.9b in Q2 2024 to US$5.1b in Q4 2024 and then to US$5.1b, US$5.2b and US$5.4b in Q1, Q2 and Q3 2025 respectively. Basic EPS shifted from US$1.14...
NYSE:WAL
NYSE:WALBanks

Western Alliance Hires Signal Focus On Cybersecurity And Private Credit Growth

Western Alliance Bancorporation (NYSE:WAL) appointed Stephen McMaster as Chief Information Security Officer. The bank hired Ian Hawk to lead its New York market for note finance. The moves aim to strengthen cybersecurity and expand financing capabilities in a key private credit hub. For investors following NYSE:WAL, these hires relate to two core areas of banking today: digital security and specialized credit solutions. Financial institutions operate under tight regulatory expectations on...
NYSE:ADX
NYSE:ADXCapital Markets

A Look At Adams Diversified Equity Fund’s Valuation As Insider Buying Draws Fresh Attention

Insider buying sparks interest in Adams Diversified Equity Fund (ADX) Recent insider buying by Janis F. Kerns, General Counsel and Corporate Secretary of Adams Diversified Equity Fund (ADX), has drawn fresh attention to the closed end fund after multiple share purchases near the stock's 52 week high. See our latest analysis for Adams Diversified Equity Fund. At a last close of US$22.96, Adams Diversified Equity Fund’s recent 7 day and 30 day share price returns of around 2% and 2% declines...
NYSE:HEI
NYSE:HEIAerospace & Defense

Assessing HEICO (HEI) Valuation After NewSpace Power Converter Launch And Recent Share Price Pullback

Why HEICO's NewSpace Power Move Is Getting Attention HEICO (HEI) is back in focus after VPT, one of its subsidiaries, introduced the VSCPL1210SG, a point of load DC, DC converter that rounds out its VSC Series NewSpace power solution. This launch gives HEICO a more complete offering across isolated DC, DC converters, point of load converters, and EMI filters, which could matter if you are tracking how the company positions itself in space related electronics. See our latest analysis for...
NYSE:ZWS
NYSE:ZWSBuilding

Why Zurn Elkay (ZWS) Is Up 12.2% After Record 2025 Results And Bigger Capital Returns

Zurn Elkay Water Solutions reported past full-year 2025 results with sales of US$1.70 billion and net income of US$198.0 million, alongside quarterly earnings that exceeded analyst expectations. The company paired record sales, higher earnings per share and strong free cash flow with a 22% dividend increase, a US$160.0 million share repurchase and guidance for further core sales growth in 2026. With these results and new 2026 growth guidance, we’ll explore how Zurn Elkay’s stronger margins...
NasdaqGM:FCEL
NasdaqGM:FCELElectrical

FuelCell Energy (FCEL) Valuation Check After Executive Departure And Severance Disclosure

FuelCell Energy (FCEL) has drawn fresh attention after disclosing that its employment relationship with former Executive Vice President, General Counsel and Corporate Secretary Joshua Dolger ended on January 6, 2026, under a detailed separation agreement. See our latest analysis for FuelCell Energy. At a share price of US$7.72, FuelCell Energy has seen a 5.03% 1 day share price gain, but the 7 day and 90 day share price returns of 19.50% and 9.07% declines suggest momentum has been fading,...
NYSE:BAC
NYSE:BACBanks

Is There Still Value In Bank Of America (BAC) After Recent Share Price Pullback?

If you are wondering whether Bank of America shares still offer value at current levels, the starting point is understanding what the recent price action and fundamentals are actually implying. The stock last closed at US$55.38, with returns of 6.9% over the past 7 days, a 2.7% decline over 30 days, a 1.0% decline year to date, and gains of 20.3%, 64.1% and 89.5% over the past 1, 3 and 5 years respectively. Recent coverage of large US banks has focused on how investors are reassessing...
NYSE:TDG
NYSE:TDGAerospace & Defense

TransDigm Group (TDG) Net Margin At 21.1% Reinforces Bullish Profitability Narratives

TransDigm Group (TDG) opened fiscal 2026 with Q1 revenue of US$2.3b and basic EPS of US$6.63, alongside net income of US$386m. This sets a clear reference point against a trailing twelve month EPS of US$31.08 on revenue of US$9.1b and net income of US$1.8b. The company has seen quarterly revenue move from US$2.0b and EPS of US$7.62 in Q1 2025 to US$2.3b and EPS of US$6.63 in Q1 2026. Over the same period, trailing twelve month revenue has shifted from US$8.2b with EPS of US$28.37 to US$9.1b...
NYSE:AMP
NYSE:AMPCapital Markets

Is It Time To Reassess Ameriprise Financial (AMP) After Strong Multi‑Year Share Price Gains

If you are wondering whether Ameriprise Financial's current share price gives you genuine value, this article will help you size up what you might actually be paying for. The stock last closed at US$530.05, with returns of 6.4% over the past week, 7.3% over the last month, 7.3% year to date and 0.3% over the past year, set against longer term returns of 56.5% over three years and 166.6% over five years. Recent coverage around Ameriprise Financial has focused on its position as a large,...
NYSE:MRK
NYSE:MRKPharmaceuticals

Merck (MRK) Margin Surge And 56.7% Earnings Growth Challenge Cautious Growth Narratives

Merck (MRK) has put up another solid quarter for FY 2025, with Q3 revenue of US$17.3b and basic EPS of US$2.32 alongside net income of US$5.8b. The company has seen revenue move from US$16.7b in Q3 2024 to US$17.3b in Q3 2025, while trailing twelve month EPS sits at US$7.57 and net income at US$19.0b. This gives investors a clear read on a business that is pairing sizeable sales with a thick profit margin. See our full analysis for Merck. With the latest numbers on the table, the next step is...
NasdaqGS:LNT
NasdaqGS:LNTElectric Utilities

Alliant Energy Weighs Renewables Push And Data Center Growth Outlook

Alliant Energy is accelerating its move away from coal and gas toward a larger wind, solar, and battery storage portfolio across its Midwest service area. The company is adding long term power contracts with data centers, tying future demand to large, energy intensive customers. Management has outlined a sizable capital expenditure plan focused on grid modernization and renewables build out. Alliant Energy, traded as NasdaqGS:LNT, is reshaping its business around cleaner generation while...
NYSE:PRMB
NYSE:PRMBBeverage

Is Primo Brands (PRMB) Pricing Look Attractive After Recent Share Price Rebound?

If you are wondering whether Primo Brands at US$19.51 is priced attractively or asking too much for its prospects, you are not alone. The stock has returned 4.2% over the last 7 days and 17.1% over the last 30 days, yet its 1 year return sits at a 40.8% decline, with longer term 3 year and 5 year returns of 34.9% and 27.1%. Recently, market attention on Primo Brands has been shaped by company specific updates and sector focused commentary that have put food and beverage names back on many...
NYSE:MOS
NYSE:MOSChemicals

How Scotiabank’s Upgrade and Input Cost Shifts At Mosaic (MOS) Has Changed Its Investment Story

In recent days, Scotiabank upgraded The Mosaic Company to “Outperform,” citing expectations that phosphate stripping margins are bottoming and that lower ammonia and sulphur costs could support its fertilizer business. This shift in analyst sentiment highlights how changing input cost trends and margin expectations can reshape perceptions of Mosaic’s position across the phosphate and potash markets. With this upgrade and anticipated phosphate margin recovery in focus, we’ll explore how...
NYSE:WAB
NYSE:WABMachinery

Assessing Wabtec’s (WAB) Valuation After Strong Multi‑Month Share Price Gains

Why Westinghouse Air Brake Technologies Is Back on Investors’ Radar Westinghouse Air Brake Technologies (WAB) has attracted fresh investor attention after a strong run in recent months, prompting a closer look at how its current share price lines up with recent returns. See our latest analysis for Westinghouse Air Brake Technologies. The recent move to a US$236.27 share price comes after a 9.24% 1 month share price return and a 14.68% 3 month share price return. The 5 year total shareholder...
NYSE:NLY
NYSE:NLYMortgage REITs

A Look At Annaly Capital Management (NLY) Valuation After Its Q4 2025 Earnings Beat And Dividend Confidence

Annaly Capital Management (NLY) is back in focus after reporting better than expected Q4 2025 earnings and revenue, supported by income from agency MBS, residential credit and mortgage servicing rights. See our latest analysis for Annaly Capital Management. That earnings beat has arrived after a mixed price patch, with the 1-day share price return of 1.29% and 90-day share price return of 5.21% contrasting with a 27.60% 1-year total shareholder return. This suggests momentum has been...
NYSE:OLN
NYSE:OLNChemicals

Olin’s Soft Quarter And Chlorine Headwinds Versus Valuation Opportunity

Olin Corporation (NYSE:OLN) reported weaker than expected fourth quarter results, with performance pressured by operational issues and supply constraints. The company cited reduced demand for chlorine as a key headwind affecting its chemicals business in the period. In response, Olin is pursuing cost reductions, entering a long term supply agreement, and planning an expansion project in Brazil to support future sales. Olin is a major chlor-alkali and epoxy producer, as well as a significant...
NYSE:TFC
NYSE:TFCBanks

Is Truist Financial (TFC) Offering Value After Recent Share Price Strength?

If you are wondering whether Truist Financial's current share price offers genuine value or just headline appeal, it helps to start with how the stock has been behaving and what that might imply for risk and opportunity. The shares last closed at US$54.03, with returns of 6.2% over 7 days, 8.6% over 30 days, 8.6% year to date and 19.7% over 1 year. The 3 year and 5 year returns sit at 27.1% and 28.0% respectively. Recent coverage around Truist Financial has focused on the company as a large...
NYSE:NHI
NYSE:NHIHealth Care REITs

A Look At National Health Investors (NHI) Valuation After Recent Share Price Momentum

Why National Health Investors Is On Investors’ Radar National Health Investors (NHI) has been drawing attention after a recent period of solid share performance, and investors are weighing how its current valuation lines up with the real estate investment trust’s income profile. See our latest analysis for National Health Investors. The recent 1-month share price return of 5.56% and 90-day share price return of 6.50% suggest momentum has been building. The 1-year total shareholder return of...
NYSE:ORI
NYSE:ORIInsurance

Surging Earnings and Major Buyback Could Be A Game Changer For Old Republic International (ORI)

In January 2026, Old Republic International reported past fourth-quarter 2025 net income of US$206.3 million, almost double the prior year, alongside full-year 2025 revenue of US$9.14 billion and higher earnings per share from continuing operations. The company also completed a large US$985.74 million share repurchase program started in March 2024, retiring over 11% of its shares while reporting higher annual profits. With this earnings jump and substantial buyback in mind, we will examine...