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Recently, Albemarle faced pressure after further declines in Chinese lithium carbonate prices raised concerns about demand and revenue for global lithium producers. Despite this commodity-driven setback, improving analyst sentiment and an upcoming earnings report keep attention focused on how Albemarle’s outlook might evolve. Given this backdrop of weaker Chinese lithium prices, we’ll now examine how these developments influence Albemarle’s investment narrative over the coming period. The...

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...

Summit Therapeutics (SMMT) recently reported that the FDA accepted its Biologics License Application for ivonescimab in EGFR mutated non small cell lung cancer and set a PDUFA action date of November 14, 2026. See our latest analysis for Summit Therapeutics. Summit Therapeutics’ latest FDA milestone comes after a mixed stretch for investors, with a 1 year total shareholder return decline of 29.24% but a very large 3 year total shareholder return. Recent 30 and 90 day share price returns of...

SharkNinja, Inc. recently launched a year-long, limited-edition Marilyn Monroe Collection, featuring Marilyn-inspired designs across its home, beauty, and kitchen product lines, including a new French Gold Shark WandVac Cordless Handheld Vacuum. By pairing a globally recognizable cultural icon with its existing product portfolio, SharkNinja is using design-led branding to differentiate in mature household appliance categories. Next, we will explore how this Marilyn Monroe Collection,...

If you are wondering whether Genpact is starting to look like a value opportunity, its recent share price and current valuation metrics raise some clear questions worth answering. The stock last closed at US$38.34, after a 14.4% decline over the past week, a 17.7% decline over the past month, and a 21.2% decline over the past year. These moves may have shifted how investors view its potential and its risks. Recent coverage of Genpact has focused on the broader business services sector and...

Morningstar recently published new research indicating that a 3.9% starting withdrawal rate, adjusted annually for inflation, may help retirees sustain their portfolios over a 30-year retirement horizon. The report also finds that combining this 3.9% withdrawal framework with delaying Social Security benefits until age 70 could significantly increase total lifetime spending for many retirees. We’ll now examine how Morningstar’s influential 3.9% retirement withdrawal guidance shapes the...

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...

Cellebrite DI (CLBT) drew fresh attention after its Corellium acquisition, which adds AI and virtualization capabilities, and ties into its subscription SaaS model and debt-free balance sheet for digital intelligence customers. See our latest analysis for Cellebrite DI. Despite the Corellium news and its subscription SaaS shift, Cellebrite DI’s share price has recently come under pressure, with a 30 day share price return of a 19.96% decline and a 1 year total shareholder return of a 43.91%...

If you are wondering whether Glacier Bancorp at around US$53 per share offers good value today, you are not alone. That is exactly what this article will unpack. The stock has logged returns of 8.6% over the past week, 15.7% over the last 30 days, 19.2% year to date, and 8.5% over 1 year, which naturally raises questions about how much optimism is now reflected in the price. Over the last few years, Glacier Bancorp has also recorded 24.8% returns over 3 years and 18.9% over 5 years. This...

In late January 2026, Oshkosh Corporation reported fourth-quarter and full-year 2025 results showing slightly higher quarterly sales but lower net income, issued 2026 diluted EPS guidance of approximately US$10.90, declared a US$0.57 quarterly dividend payable on March 3, 2026, and updated investors on progress under its long-running share repurchase program. Alongside mixed earnings, Oshkosh’s continued buybacks and cash dividend point to an emphasis on returning capital to shareholders...

Investors are closely watching Synaptics as attention builds around its 5 February 2026 earnings release and its role in AI edge processing and connectivity chips across mobile, PC, and automotive markets. A Meyka AI score of 71.21 out of 100, with a Grade B+ and a BUY suggestion, highlights growing optimism about Synaptics’ product roadmap despite concerns over profitability and leverage. With recent returns attracting attention, we’ll examine how Synaptics’ AI edge processing positioning...

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...

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,...

The Buckle, Inc. announced that longtime leaders Kari G. Smith, Executive Vice President of Stores and Board member, and Michelle M. Hoffman, Senior Vice President of Sales, will retire from their roles effective February 13, 2026. Their departures mark the exit of two executives who have shaped Buckle’s in-store experience and sales culture over nearly five decades each, raising questions about the company’s next phase of leadership. With these veteran retail leaders preparing to retire,...

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...

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...

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,...

In early February 2026, investors focused on Monolithic Power Systems ahead of its upcoming earnings release as analysts highlighted solid recent revenue trends, improved inventory, and expectations for further year-on-year revenue growth and earnings per share. Attention has centered on how rising demand from automotive and artificial intelligence applications, alongside strong enterprise data and EV-related revenues, could reinforce the company’s position in power management chips...

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...

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...

The Hartford Insurance Group (NYSE:HIG) has partnered with Centro Benefits Research to connect with Centro's API powered RFP and digital quoting ecosystem. The integration is designed to support seamless digital quoting and broker carrier connectivity for employee benefits marketing. This collaboration focuses on improving workflow efficiency for brokers and carriers involved in group benefits distribution. For you as an investor watching NYSE:HIG, this move is in the group benefits and...

Workday launched its Military Skills Mapper to help employers translate veterans' military experience into civilian job skills. The company expanded partnerships with Scrumconnect and Three Link Solutions to broaden deployment and integration support for customers. These updates arrive while the market is focused on how AI could affect enterprise software providers, including Workday. Workday, listed as NasdaqGS:WDAY, is rolling out product and partner updates at a time when its share price...

FactSet Research Systems (NYSE:FDS) has launched an AI powered Doc Ingest feature for its Cobalt platform in beta. The new tool is designed to automate private capital document ingestion and data extraction, targeting faster and more accurate reporting. The release focuses on reducing manual data entry and streamlining onboarding for private capital managers. FactSet comes to this launch with a share price of $222.62 and a recent track record of weaker returns, including a 51.8% decline...

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...