U.S. Consumer Finance Stock News

Earlier this week, Standex International reported strong fourth-quarter results, highlighting 23% year-over-year sales growth and substantial margin expansion, while Director Thomas J. Hansen disclosed the sale of 2,992 shares. The company's leadership remains confident about its path ahead, anticipating over US$100 million in revenue growth for fiscal 2026, supported by new product launches and expanding into additional markets. We'll explore how Standex International's robust sales growth...

Customers Bancorp (CUBI) just became the center of attention after Fed Chair Jerome Powell’s dovish tone at Jackson Hole. His remarks hinting at possible interest rate cuts caught investor ears, especially for regional banks like Customers Bancorp that often move in tandem with monetary policy shifts. With inflation risks easing and low unemployment giving the Fed some breathing room, the broader market’s optimism quickly translated to a spike in CUBI’s stock price. This surge is not...

Plexus recently reported third-quarter fiscal 2025 adjusted earnings per share of US$1.90, exceeding analyst estimates and highlighted by revenue growth across all market sectors. The announcement of 41 new manufacturing program wins, expected to add US$250 million in annualized revenues once fully ramped, points to expanding business momentum. We'll now explore how these substantial program wins may reshape Plexus's investment narrative and outlook on future growth. This technology could...

Earlier this month, T1 Energy Inc. and Corning Incorporated announced a commercial agreement for T1 to source hyper-pure polysilicon and solar wafers from Corning’s Michigan facility, with deliveries to T1’s Austin solar cell site starting in the second half of 2026. This collaboration highlights Corning’s expanding role in the U.S. solar supply chain and its support for advanced, affordable clean energy manufacturing spanning Michigan and Texas. We’ll examine how this new polysilicon and...

If you’ve been watching THOR Industries (THO), the recent insider buying probably caught your eye. Despite a drawn-out slide in company earnings, several members of the management team have been buying shares over the past quarter. Moves like these are widely seen as management putting their money where their mouth is, which suggests the leadership team sees something in the company’s longer-term story that the market might be missing. This comes after a mixed run for THOR Industries. The...

Tilray Brands (NasdaqGS:TLRY) has been pulling in attention from every corner of the investing world lately. The spark? Momentum around marijuana’s possible reclassification to Schedule III, proposed by Donald Trump, is building in Washington and signaling a meaningful shift that could reshape the entire U.S. cannabis sector. Adding to that, Tilray’s own recent news of partnering with Italian pharma group Molteni to expand its medical cannabis footprint in Europe has also attracted market...

Wells Fargo (WFC) is back in focus after a run of news that could influence how investors are sizing up the stock’s potential. With the next earnings report on the horizon and forecasts pointing to higher earnings per share, the market is tuning in. In addition, a recent streak of dividend increases and yields that exceed both peers and the S&P 500 average make the story even more interesting for anyone considering whether to stick with, add to, or trim their position. If you have been...

Earlier this month, MFA Financial withdrew its US$300 million follow-on equity offering shortly after filing, following the announcement of new dividend payments on its Series B and Series C Preferred Stock for the quarter ending September 30, 2025. This rapid reversal in capital raising plans has drawn attention to MFA Financial's evolving funding strategies and potential implications for shareholder confidence. We will examine how the withdrawal of the equity offering could influence MFA...

Old Republic International (ORI) just rolled out a fresh $750 million share repurchase program, in addition to announcing sustained dividend hikes earlier this month. For investors tracking signals of confidence in a company’s future, these moves are hard to ignore. The new buyback continues a multi-year pattern of capital returns, signaling management’s belief in both the balance sheet and future earnings power. These announcements come after a steady climb in Old Republic International’s...

Following dovish remarks by Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell at the Jackson Hole symposium, investor sentiment shifted on expectations of possible interest rate cuts, supporting regional banks including First Bancorp. This event highlighted the sensitivity of regional banks to shifts in monetary policy, as lower borrowing costs can directly influence lending activity and profitability. We'll explore how expectations of interest rate changes are reshaping the investment narrative for First...

Flex LNG (NYSE:FLNG) has been busy lately, and investors are paying attention. In quick succession, the company announced a $15 million share buyback, fresh sale and leaseback vessel deals, a new term loan to improve financing costs, and a move to delist from the Oslo Stock Exchange so its stock will trade exclusively on the NYSE. For anyone following FLNG, these developments not only highlight management’s focus on capital returns and financial flexibility but also raise timely questions...

It’s not every day that Keurig Dr Pepper (KDP) draws this much attention, but its shares have quietly climbed nearly 11% so far this year. With investors keeping a watchful eye on consumer staples during uncertain economic times, even smaller stock moves spark debates about whether there’s a hidden story behind the ticker. For KDP, that conversation often returns to its mix of steady revenue growth and recent earnings progress. Taking a broader view, Keurig Dr Pepper’s stock has edged only...

Provident Financial Services, along with several regional bank peers, saw increased investor interest following dovish comments from Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell at the recent Jackson Hole symposium, signaling the possibility of future interest rate cuts amid moderating inflation and low unemployment. Further supporting sentiment, analysts raised earnings estimates for Provident Financial Services over the last 60 days and assigned it a top Zacks Rank, highlighting a shift in outlook...

It is not every day that you see a stock jump more than 16% in a single day, but that is exactly what Cipher Mining (CIFR) just did following a surge of bullish analyst recommendations. Several Wall Street firms upgraded their stance on the company, leading to a wave of new Buy ratings and increased attention to its earnings outlook. With Zacks Research and others voicing newfound optimism about future prospects, investors now face the real question: does this rally have staying power, or is...

Watching TJX Companies (NYSE:TJX) recently, you might be wondering if the stock’s latest moves are signaling something bigger or just a blip on a longer run. While there is no major company-specific event making headlines this week, the steady climb in the share price could have investors second-guessing whether the market is catching on to something under the surface. It is the kind of situation that makes even veteran shareholders pause and ask if the numbers are sending a valuation signal...

UiPath (PATH) has seen its stock catch a wave of renewed interest, with shares climbing roughly 3% on the day in otherwise quiet trading. There is no headline-grabbing announcement or breakthrough product launch, which might leave some investors wondering why the stock is moving at all. Sometimes, these quieter surges prompt a closer look: is the market sensing something beneath the surface, or is this simply the ebb and flow of investor sentiment? Looking at the bigger picture, UiPath’s...

If you have been watching NVIDIA's stock lately and wondering whether now is the right time to buy, hold, or cash in, you are far from alone. NVIDIA's shares have been on an extraordinary ride, with the stock climbing nearly 36% over the last year and an astonishing 996% over the past three years. The company’s performance consistently tops headlines, and for good reason: its blend of innovation and market dominance in AI and semiconductors keeps investors talking. But no story is ever...

If you are debating whether to hold onto Abbott Laboratories stock or make a new investment, you are hardly alone. The company has caught the market’s attention, not just for its role in healthcare, but also for its stock’s recent moves. After a steady rise, Abbott’s share price has climbed over 16% year-to-date and nearly 20% over the past year. This is a sign that investors are responding well to its stability and growth potential. Shorter-term returns have also been positive, with a 5%...

Green Brick Partners, Inc. recently broke ground on Riviera Pines, its first Houston-area community, officially introducing subsidiary Trophy Signature Homes to the region and expanding its Texas presence. This move marks the company's first foray into Houston, highlighting an ongoing push to access new high-growth markets and broaden its customer base. We'll explore how Green Brick's entry into Houston with Riviera Pines could influence its investment narrative in light of current industry...

In recent days, analysts voiced concerns that Donnelley Financial Solutions faces underlying challenges, such as declining sales and profitability headwinds, which may not be reflected in bullish coverage by some investment banks. This spotlight on potential conflicts of interest and misaligned incentives highlights the importance of weighing risks that could impact the company's long-term operational performance. We’ll now examine how heightened skepticism over fundamentals and analyst...

Thinking about what to do with Palo Alto Networks stock? You are not alone. After all, it is a favorite in the cybersecurity space and a name that tends to spark debate every earnings season. Maybe you have noticed the uptick in its price lately, with shares rising nearly 1.4% in a single day and gaining almost 5% this week. Yet, looking back, the past month has been a bit bumpier, with shares dropping about 6.7%. The longer-term picture is even more nuanced. Still, the company is sitting on...

In recent news, Federated Hermes has benefited from increased institutional inflows and growth in assets under management, driven in part by expanding into alternative investments and technology upgrades. The firm's focus on digital transformation and selective acquisitions sets it up to potentially maintain margins even while facing higher short-term costs. These trends highlight how Federated Hermes is adapting to industry-wide shifts by capitalizing on evolving client needs and investing...

Following dovish remarks by Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell at the recent Jackson Hole symposium, regional bank stocks rallied as investor confidence improved on the outlook for more accommodative monetary policy and potential interest rate cuts. This favorable shift in sentiment comes as First Financial Bancorp is also benefiting from positive earnings estimate revisions and ongoing analyst optimism about its dividend potential and projected growth. We'll examine how renewed optimism...

Plug Power Inc. reported its second quarter 2025 results earlier this month, posting revenue of US$173.97 million and a net loss of US$227.1 million, both showing improvement compared to the same period last year. An interesting highlight is that the company’s basic loss per share from continuing operations narrowed to US$0.20 from US$0.36 a year prior, marking continued progress in reducing losses. We'll explore how Plug Power's ongoing reductions in quarterly net loss affect its broader...