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NYSE:MATX
NYSE:MATXShipping

A Look At Matson (MATX) Valuation After Strong Preliminary Q4 Results And Steady 2026 Outlook

Matson’s latest results and dividend decision Matson (MATX) shares are in focus after the company reported preliminary fourth quarter results that surpassed expectations, supported by stronger freight rates and volumes in its China service. See our latest analysis for Matson. Matson’s strong preliminary fourth quarter update and recent dividend declaration come after a sharp 58.79% 90 day share price return. The 5 year total shareholder return of 166.31% points to longer term compounding,...
NasdaqGS:VSEC
NasdaqGS:VSECAerospace & Defense

VSE (VSEC) Valuation Check After Strong Share Price Momentum And Long Term Shareholder Returns

Why VSE (VSEC) Is On Investors’ Radar Today VSE (VSEC) has caught investor attention after a strong recent share price move, with the stock showing solid gains over the month and the past 3 months. This performance has prompted some investors to take a closer look at its fundamentals. See our latest analysis for VSE. That recent momentum sits on top of a longer run, with a 30 day share price return of 26.51% and a very large 5 year total shareholder return of 544.71%. This suggests sentiment...
NYSE:LEA
NYSE:LEAAuto Components

Lear’s New GM T1XX Win Reshapes Future Revenue And Supplier Role

Lear (NYSE:LEA) has secured General Motors' T1XX program at the Orion plant. The program was previously operated by Magna, with Lear set to begin production in 2027. This award represents a shift in supplier responsibilities on a key GM vehicle program. Lear is a major automotive supplier, best known for seating and electronic systems that go into a wide range of vehicles. Winning the GM T1XX program at Orion from a rival supplier puts fresh attention on how automakers are allocating core...
NasdaqGS:KLAC
NasdaqGS:KLACSemiconductor

KLA (KLAC) Net Margin At 35.8% Tests Justification For Premium Earnings Narrative

KLA (KLAC) has just posted Q2 2026 results with revenue of US$3.3 billion and basic EPS of US$8.73, alongside trailing twelve month revenue of US$12.7 billion and EPS of US$34.55 that sit against a 42.1% earnings rise over the past year. Over recent quarters the company has seen revenue move from US$3.1 billion in Q2 2025 to US$3.3 billion in Q2 2026, while quarterly basic EPS shifted from US$6.18 to US$8.73. This sets up the latest report against a backdrop of faster trailing earnings growth...
NasdaqGS:PRGS
NasdaqGS:PRGSSoftware

Is It Time To Reconsider Progress Software (PRGS) After Its 1 Year Share Price Slump?

If you are wondering whether Progress Software is attractively priced or not, this article will walk through what the numbers are really saying about its current valuation. The stock closed at US$40.92, with returns of 3.6% decline over 7 days, 4.7% decline over 30 days, 0.4% decline year to date, 28.6% decline over 1 year, 26.2% decline over 3 years, and 1.7% gain over 5 years. This gives you a sense of how sentiment around risk and opportunity has shifted over different timeframes. Recent...
NasdaqGM:OLLI
NasdaqGM:OLLIMultiline Retail

Assessing Ollie’s Bargain Outlet Holdings (OLLI) Valuation After Rapid Store Expansion And Solid Same Store Sales

Why Ollie’s recent growth metrics are back in focus Ollie's Bargain Outlet Holdings (OLLI) is drawing fresh attention as investors react to its double-digit annual store growth and steady same-store sales gains. This has raised questions about how the company’s expansion is affecting the current share price. See our latest analysis for Ollie's Bargain Outlet Holdings. At a share price of $110.31, Ollie’s has seen a 2.84% 1 day share price gain. Its 90 day share price return of 8.69% and 1...
NasdaqGS:CORZ
NasdaqGS:CORZSoftware

Core Scientific Refocuses On HPC Leasing As Shareholders Block CoreWeave Deal

Core Scientific (NasdaqGS:CORZ) is shifting its focus from bitcoin mining to high performance computing leasing. The company plans to pursue more HPC colocation contracts starting in 2026. Shareholders recently rejected a proposed merger with CoreWeave, keeping Core Scientific independent. Core Scientific, trading at $17.99, is repositioning itself around HPC leasing while still carrying the legacy of its bitcoin mining roots. The stock has returned 23.6% over the past 30 days and 46.6%...
NasdaqCM:ASTH
NasdaqCM:ASTHHealthcare

Astrana Health (ASTH) Is Down 16.3% After Modest 2027 Medicare Advantage Update Proposal - What's Changed

Astrana Health recently came under pressure after the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services proposed only modest payment updates for Medicare Advantage in 2027, raising questions about future revenue tied to these plans. Analysts highlight that Astrana Health’s encounter-driven, risk-adjustment-focused care model could help limit the impact of these proposed policy changes while the company prepares to report its 2025 results in early March 2026. We’ll now look at how the Medicare...
NYSE:DECK
NYSE:DECKLuxury

Deckers Outdoor (DECK) Margin Strength Supports Bullish Narratives Despite Slower Growth Forecasts

Deckers Outdoor Q3 2026 Earnings Snapshot Deckers Outdoor (DECK) just posted Q3 2026 results with revenue of US$1.96b and basic EPS of US$3.34, supported by net income of US$481.1m as the latest read on the business. The company reported revenue of US$1.83b and EPS of US$3.01 in Q3 2025 compared with US$1.96b and EPS of US$3.34 in Q3 2026, while trailing twelve month EPS sits at US$7.03 on revenue of US$5.37b. With a trailing net margin of 19.3%, these numbers keep profitability at the center...
NYSE:IP
NYSE:IPPackaging

International Paper Q4 Loss Of US$2.4b Challenges Bullish Recovery Narratives

International Paper (IP) just wrapped up FY 2025 with Q4 revenue of US$6.0b and a basic EPS loss of US$4.48, as discontinued operations and weaker earnings dragged the bottom line into the red. Over the past year, the company has seen quarterly revenue move from US$4,580m in Q4 2024 to US$6,006m in Q4 2025, while basic EPS shifted from a loss of US$0.42 to a loss of US$4.48, with trailing twelve month EPS at a loss of US$5.61. With the trailing twelve month net income also in loss territory,...
NYSE:FOR
NYSE:FORReal Estate

A Look At Forestar Group’s (FOR) Valuation After Margin Pressures In The Latest Earnings Report

Forestar Group (FOR) is back in focus after its recent earnings update, where revenue reflected a heavier tilt toward higher priced lot deliveries and western market exposure, while margins stayed under pressure. See our latest analysis for Forestar Group. The recent earnings miss and commentary on softer gross margins came after a sharp pullback around the fourth quarter release. Even so, the 7% year to date share price return and 69.6% three year total shareholder return show that longer...
NYSE:INVH
NYSE:INVHResidential REITs

A Look At Invitation Homes (INVH) Valuation After Trump Order On Institutional Home Purchases

President Trump’s new executive order curbing institutional purchases of existing single-family homes has put Invitation Homes (INVH) in focus, as investors weigh how limits on acquisitions could affect its single-family rental model. See our latest analysis for Invitation Homes. At a share price of $26.73, Invitation Homes has seen a 1 day share price return of 1.44%. Its 1 year total shareholder return of 10.84% and 3 year total shareholder return of 10.64% point to weaker momentum over a...
NYSE:HIG
NYSE:HIGInsurance

Hartford Insurance Group (HIG) Sub 90% Combined Ratios Reinforce Bullish Underwriting Narratives

Hartford Insurance Group (HIG) just wrapped up FY 2025 with fourth quarter revenue of US$7.3b and basic EPS of US$4.03, alongside net income of US$1.1b that caps off a year of solid headline numbers. Over the past few quarters, the company has seen revenue move from US$6.9b and EPS of US$2.93 in Q4 2024 to US$7.3b and EPS of US$4.03 in Q4 2025, while trailing twelve month revenue reached US$28.4b and EPS came in at US$13.64. With that backdrop, investors are likely to focus on how the margin...
NYSE:MMS
NYSE:MMSProfessional Services

Maximus Expands AI Role In SNAP As States Face 2027 Funding Shift

Maximus (NYSE:MMS) has launched Accuracy AssistantTM, an AI-powered tool for state Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) agencies. The solution uses predictive analytics and intelligent automation to flag and resolve data inconsistencies before benefit determination errors occur. The launch comes ahead of 2027 federal changes that will tie state funding responsibility to SNAP payment error rates. For Maximus, which focuses on technology enabled services for government clients,...
NasdaqGS:CART
NasdaqGS:CARTConsumer Retailing

Instacart Costco Tie Up Tests European Expansion And Valuation Case

Instacart, operated by Maplebear Inc. (NasdaqGS:CART), is partnering with Costco to offer same day grocery delivery in France and Spain. This move marks Instacart's first major expansion into the European market. Costco members in France and Spain gain access to same day delivery through Instacart's Storefront Pro platform and fulfillment solutions. For you as an investor, this is a useful data point on how Maplebear is trying to extend its core grocery marketplace model outside North...
NYSE:AON
NYSE:AONInsurance

Aon (AON) Q3 EPS Growth Reinforces Bullish Community Narratives Despite Margin Plateau

Aon (AON) just posted its latest FY 2025 figures with Q3 revenue of US$4.0b, basic EPS of US$2.12 and net income of US$458m setting the tone for how the year is shaping up. The company has seen revenue move from US$3.7b and EPS of US$1.58 in Q3 2024 to US$4.0b and EPS of US$2.12 in Q3 2025, with trailing twelve month EPS at US$12.57, which gives you a clear line of sight on how the earnings base looks coming into this report. Taken together, the latest numbers point to a business that is...
NYSE:AER
NYSE:AERTrade Distributors

Is It Too Late To Look At AerCap Holdings (AER) After A 52% One-Year Rally?

If you are wondering whether AerCap Holdings is still attractively priced after a strong run, this article walks through what the current share price might be implying about its value. The stock closed at US$143.66 recently, with returns of 51.7% over 1 year and 131.9% over 3 years, while the last 7 days and year to date have been roughly flat, with small declines of 0.9% and 0.7%. Recent price moves sit against a backdrop of ongoing interest in aircraft leasing companies and their role in...
NYSE:MAN
NYSE:MANProfessional Services

ManpowerGroup (MAN) Q4 Profit Tests Bearish Narratives After Trailing Twelve Month Loss

ManpowerGroup (MAN) has wrapped up FY 2025 with fourth quarter revenue of US$4.7b and basic EPS of US$0.65, while trailing twelve month figures show revenue of US$18.0b and a small net loss of US$13.3m, reflecting an unprofitable year overall. Over recent quarters, the company has seen quarterly revenue range from US$4.1b to US$4.7b and basic EPS swing between a loss of US$1.44 and a profit of US$0.65. This sets up a results season where the key question for investors is how quickly margins...
NasdaqGS:TTEK
NasdaqGS:TTEKCommercial Services

Tetra Tech Westinghouse Nuclear Deal Opens New Clean Energy Revenue Path

Tetra Tech (NasdaqGS:TTEK) announced a new memorandum of understanding with Westinghouse Electric Company. The partnership focuses on supporting AP1000 and AP300 nuclear reactor projects in Ontario. The agreement is aimed at advancing nuclear energy solutions that align with Canada's energy goals. Tetra Tech, known for its consulting and engineering services across water, environment, and infrastructure, is adding nuclear work in Canada to its clean energy portfolio through this...
NasdaqCM:RR
NasdaqCM:RRMachinery

Does Richtech Robotics' (RR) Microsoft Lab Collaboration Debate Reveal Deeper Governance and Disclosure Risks?

Richtech Robotics Inc. recently closed a private placement of 8,500,000 Class B common shares at US$4.553 per share, raising about US$38,700,500 for working capital, product development, and robotic hardware inventory after announcing a Microsoft AI Co-Innovation Labs collaboration on its ADAM robot. That collaboration has drawn scrutiny, with a Hunterbrook report and a related securities law investigation questioning whether Richtech’s description of its work with Microsoft accurately...
NYSE:AOS
NYSE:AOSBuilding

A. O. Smith Buyout Of Leonard Valve Expands Digital Water Management Platform

A. O. Smith (NYSE:AOS) is expanding into water management through the acquisition of Leonard Valve. The move adds digital water control and temperature management products to A. O. Smith's existing portfolio. The company is using the deal to diversify growth as it manages ongoing challenges in China and momentum in India. A. O. Smith, trading at $73.49, is adding Leonard Valve to deepen its presence in water management and digital control systems. The stock has returned 9.9% over the past...
NasdaqGS:CDW
NasdaqGS:CDWElectronic

Is It Time To Revisit CDW (CDW) After A 35% One Year Share Price Slide

If you are wondering whether CDW's share price reflects its underlying value right now, you are not alone. This article walks through the numbers so you can judge that for yourself. CDW shares last closed at US$126.39, with returns of 0.3% over 7 days, a 7.2% decline over 30 days, a 5.1% decline year to date, and a 35.6% decline over 1 year, as well as a 34.7% decline over 3 years and an 11.1% decline over 5 years. Recent news around CDW has focused on its role as a major IT solutions...
NasdaqGS:ALMS
NasdaqGS:ALMSPharmaceuticals

Did Envudeucitinib’s Phase III Win Just Shift Alumis' (ALMS) Investment Narrative?

Earlier in January, Alumis reported that its lead autoimmune drug candidate, the TYK2 inhibitor envudeucitinib, met all primary and secondary endpoints with strong statistical significance in two Phase III trials for moderate-to-severe plaque psoriasis. This clinical milestone has prompted several Wall Street firms to initiate or upgrade coverage, framing envudeucitinib as a central asset in Alumis’s late-stage autoimmune pipeline. We’ll now examine how envudeucitinib’s Phase III success...
NYSE:EQR
NYSE:EQRResidential REITs

Is Equity Residential (EQR) Offering Value After A 8% One Year Share Price Decline

If you are wondering whether Equity Residential is offering fair value at around US$62.32 per share, you are not alone. This article is built to help you size up the price tag with a clear valuation lens. The stock has had a mixed run, with a 0.4% gain over the last week, a 1.1% decline over the last month, a 0.5% gain year to date, and an 8.0% decline over the past year, while the 3 year and 5 year returns sit at 9.0% and 16.0% respectively. Recent coverage has continued to focus on Equity...