U.S. Consumer Finance Stock News

If you have been wondering whether Crown Castle's share price still reflects its underlying value, you are not alone. This article will walk through what the current market price might be implying. The stock last closed at US$86.60, with returns of a 4.7% decline over 7 days, a 1.9% decline over 30 days, a 2.4% decline year to date, a 2.9% gain over 1 year, and declines of 30.1% over 3 years and 31.5% over 5 years, which may be changing how investors view its potential and risk. Recent...

Customers Bancorp, Inc. has reported its full-year 2025 results, with net interest income rising to US$750.49 million and net income reaching US$224.09 million, alongside fourth-quarter net charge-offs of US$14 million, slightly lower than the same period in 2024. The bank also highlighted core EPS of US$7.61, strong deposit and loan growth, and its cubiX platform processing over US$2 trillion in commercial payments volume, underscoring the importance of its payments franchise within its...

The GEO Group recently amended its credit agreement, increasing its revolving credit facility commitments from US$450,000,000 to US$550,000,000 as of January 20, 2026, while also securing a new U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement skip tracing contract via its BI Incorporated subsidiary. Together, the larger credit facility and fresh government services work highlight expanding financial flexibility and a deepening role in federal outsourcing for GEO Group. We’ll now explore how GEO...

Affinity Bancshares (AFBI) has reported solid headline numbers for FY 2025 so far, with third quarter total revenue of US$8.3 million and basic EPS of US$0.35, supported by trailing twelve month revenue of US$31.8 million and EPS of US$1.19. Across the last few reported quarters, revenue has moved from US$7.4 million in Q4 2024 to US$7.8 million in Q1 2025, US$8.3 million in Q2 2025 and US$8.3 million in Q3 2025. Over the same stretch, quarterly EPS has gone from US$0.21 to US$0.29, US$0.34...

After Herbalife's sharp share price moves, you might be wondering whether the current price offers value or if you are turning up late to the story. The stock recently closed at US$16.64, with a 1.9% decline over the last 7 days, a 24.8% gain over 30 days, a 29.8% gain year to date, and a 158.0% gain over the past year, set against longer term 3 year and 5 year returns of 3.4% decline and 67.3% decline respectively. Recent company news has focused on Herbalife's ongoing business performance...

In October 2025, Integer Holdings cut its full-year 2025 sales guidance after slower-than-expected adoption of three new medical devices, while multiple law firms subsequently launched securities class action lawsuits alleging the company misrepresented the growth prospects and competitive position of its electrophysiology products. This combination of weaker product momentum and mounting legal challenges has put Integer’s communications with investors and its electrophysiology growth story...

SEALSQ Corp and WISeKey’s subsidiary recently signed a non-binding Memorandum of Understanding with the Government of Gujarat and Kaynes SemiCon to collaborate on establishing India’s first secure semiconductor design, test, and personalization center focused on post-quantum cryptography at Sanand, targeting capacity of up to 300 million secure chips annually. This planned joint venture, SEALKAYNESQ Ltd, is intended to support India’s onshore, quantum‑resistant semiconductor ecosystem for...

DigitalBridge Group (NYSE:DBRG) has agreed to be acquired by SoftBank for a cash consideration. The deal has triggered third party investigations into whether shareholders are receiving adequate compensation. Questions have also been raised about disclosures around the transaction and the absence of competing bids. DigitalBridge Group focuses on digital infrastructure assets, an area that sits at the intersection of data centers, networking and communications. The decision by SoftBank to...

If you are wondering whether FTAI Aviation's current share price lines up with its fundamentals, you are not alone. Many investors are asking the same question right now. The stock last closed at US$292.10, with returns of 6.7% over 7 days, 67.7% over 30 days, 38.9% year to date and 224.2% over 1 year, with the 3 year and 5 year returns both very large. Recent coverage around FTAI Aviation has focused on how its business model fits into broader themes in the aviation and leasing industry, as...

In recent months, Lumen Technologies upsized and expanded its senior notes to manage its debt load while also planning participation in several major investor conferences in early 2026. Alongside these liability management efforts, the company is emphasizing its extensive fiber network as a core asset for supplying secure, AI-ready connectivity to enterprise customers. Against this backdrop, we’ll explore how Lumen’s debt restructuring efforts could shape its investment narrative and future...

If you are wondering whether Colgate-Palmolive is fairly priced or leaving some value on the table, starting with how the market has treated the stock lately can give you useful clues. Colgate-Palmolive last closed at US$86.66, with returns of 2.5% over 7 days, 8.7% over 30 days, 11.5% year to date, 1.0% over 1 year, 30.0% over 3 years, and 25.1% over 5 years. These moves sit against a backdrop of ongoing interest in branded household and personal care products, as investors keep an eye on...

Why Uniti Group’s new bond deal matters for stock investors Uniti Group (UNIT) has just priced an upsized US$1.0b offering of 8.625% senior notes due 2032, doubling an earlier US$500m plan, with proceeds aimed at term loan repayment and general corporate uses. See our latest analysis for Uniti Group. The bond refinancing comes after Uniti’s dark fiber expansion announcement earlier in January and follows a recent 30 day share price return of 5.26% and 90 day share price return of 18.97%. This...

Pony AI is rolling out seventh generation robotaxis with over 20 redundant safety features across its fleet. The company plans to deploy 3,000 robotaxis by year end as it broadens PonyPilot operations into additional Chinese cities. These moves highlight fresh operational milestones in China's robotaxi space that go beyond routine financial updates. Pony AI, listed as NasdaqGS:PONY, is drawing attention as it pushes ahead with a larger robotaxi footprint and upgraded safety systems. The...

Recently, TD Cowen upgraded Fortinet after “solid checks” indicated stable demand for its cybersecurity offerings and potential upside in upcoming billings and revenue, while other brokers adjusted their views and highlighted both hardware margin risks and mixed near-term firewall and services trends. At the same time, distributor D&H announced a significant partnership to embed Fortinet’s full security suite into its Advanced Solutions+ ecosystem, potentially broadening Fortinet’s reach...

Ralph Lauren Corporate Foundation has partnered with University of Chicago Medicine to open a new cancer center in Chicago, the foundation’s first in the Midwest. The new center focuses on expanding cancer care access, with an emphasis on underserved communities in the region. Ralph Lauren has appointed Cesar Conde, a senior media executive, to its board of directors. Both developments link the company’s social impact agenda with changes in its leadership profile. Ralph Lauren, traded as...

DHT Holdings recently took delivery of the new Very Large Crude Carrier DHT Antelope, the first of four newbuildings scheduled for the first half of 2026, and agreed to sell the vessels DHT China and DHT Europe for about US$101.6 million to bolster its balance sheet. Together, these fleet moves suggest the company is actively reshaping its tanker portfolio, balancing modern capacity additions with asset sales intended to reinforce financial flexibility. We’ll explore how the new VLCC...

Context on Berkshire Hathaway’s recent performance Berkshire Hathaway (BRK.B) has seen mixed return figures, including a 1 day decline of 1.1% and a roughly 3.9% drop over the past month. This may prompt investors to reassess the stock’s recent moves. See our latest analysis for Berkshire Hathaway. Looking past the recent weakness, with a year-to-date share price return of a 3.6% decline and a 1-year total shareholder return of 3.4%, Berkshire Hathaway’s short-term momentum looks softer...

ManpowerGroup recently released its 2026 Global Talent Barometer and participated in the World Economic Forum Annual Meeting in Davos, where senior executives presented insights on workforce trends and AI adoption. The survey underscored a sharp rise in regular AI use among workers alongside growing fears of automation, limited training access, and widespread burnout, painting a complex picture of employee readiness and resilience. Next, we will examine how these findings on accelerating AI...

Revolution Medicines (NasdaqGS:RVMD) has attracted reported takeover interest from Merck, drawing fresh attention to the company and its pipeline. The interest surfaces as Revolution Medicines insiders, including General Counsel Jeff Cislini, have recently sold shares. Investors are weighing potential M&A activity alongside insider transactions and a sharply higher share price. Revolution Medicines enters this phase with strong recent share price moves, with the stock at $117.63 and up...

Camtek’s recent move and what is driving attention now Investor attention around Camtek (CAMT) has picked up ahead of its next earnings release, with current forecasts pointing to higher earnings per share and revenue compared with the same quarter a year ago. See our latest analysis for Camtek. Camtek’s recent 31.71% 1 month share price return and 19.15% 3 month share price return, with the stock now at $143.63, sit alongside a 42.56% 1 year total shareholder return and a very large 5 year...

Constellation Energy has completed its acquisition of Calpine, making it the largest electricity producer in the U.S. The company has signed 20 year nuclear power supply agreements with major tech companies, including Microsoft and Meta Platforms. A new federal policy now requires Big Tech to directly fund new power plants, reshaping how large power projects may be financed. Constellation Energy (NasdaqGS:CEG) now combines Calpine's natural gas and geothermal fleet with its existing nuclear...

If you are wondering whether Dycom Industries is still good value after a strong run, this breakdown will help you see how the current price stacks up against different valuation yardsticks. The stock recently closed at US$368.21, with a 7 day return of a 0.6% decline, a 30 day return of 5.9%, and a 1 year return of 90.9%. The 3 year return is very large and the 5 year return is also very large. Recent news around Dycom Industries has focused on its role as a key contractor in U.S...

If you are wondering whether Madrigal Pharmaceuticals at around US$480 a share is still priced attractively, you are not alone. This article focuses squarely on what that price might mean for value focused investors. The stock has had a mixed run, with a 46.4% return over 1 year and a very large 5 year gain, while shorter term moves have been weaker, including a 4.2% decline over 7 days, 19.8% over 30 days, and 19.1% year to date. Recent news coverage has centered on Madrigal's position in...

In January 2026, Full Truck Alliance Co. Ltd. announced a long-term shareholder return plan, committing to distribute at least 50% of its non-GAAP adjusted net income annually through dividends and share repurchases, including US$400 million earmarked for fiscal 2026. This move gives investors clearer visibility on how future earnings may be shared, highlighting management’s intent to align capital allocation with shareholder interests. Next, we’ll examine how this long-term commitment to...