U.S. Consumer Finance Stock News

On August 14, 2025, Amcor plc announced fourth quarter 2025 results, reporting US$5.08 billion in sales and a US$39 million net loss, compared to US$3.54 billion in sales and US$257 million in net income a year prior. Despite increased sales, the company experienced a swing to a net loss but chose to continue its quarterly dividend payment of US$0.1275 per share. We’ll explore how Amcor’s swing to a quarterly net loss, despite strong sales, impacts the company’s investment narrative. Explore...

On August 19, 2025, Sociedad Química y Minera de Chile S.A. reported that its second quarter sales and net income had declined meaningfully compared to the previous year, with net income dropping to US$88.4 million from US$213.6 million and revenue falling to US$1,042.7 million from US$1,293.6 million. An interesting aspect is that, despite the year-over-year declines in profitability for the quarter, the company turned a net profit for the first half of 2025 compared to a large net loss in...

Earlier this week, Powell Industries announced a US$12.4 million investment to expand the production capacity at its Jacintoport manufacturing facility in Houston, increasing yard space by 62% and doubling shoreline bulkhead length for greater project flexibility. This expansion brings Powell’s total investment in Houston facilities to nearly US$40 million over eight years, strengthening its ability to serve Oil & Gas clients while providing adaptability for other sectors. We’ll now explore...

Earlier this week, Black Stone Minerals announced that CEO Thomas L. Carter acquired 41,000 shares and entered a five-year farmout agreement with Ellipsis U.S. Onshore Holdings for 270,000 acres in East Texas. The CEO’s stock purchase and the new agreement signal leadership confidence and potentially strengthen Black Stone’s access to high-potential natural gas acreage. We’ll explore how this new farmout partnership in East Texas could reshape the outlook for Black Stone Minerals’ future...

If you are watching Abbott Laboratories (ABT) this week, the stock’s recent run-up might have you wondering if there is a new story unfolding. There is no single headline or corporate event moving shares, but the persistent climb in its price is starting to draw more investor attention. When a stock like Abbott moves higher without a big, clear-cut catalyst, it often prompts investors to dig deeper into what is really driving sentiment, especially with economic uncertainty still present in...

Trying to figure out what to do with Planet Labs PBC stock? You are definitely not alone. This satellite imaging company has drawn attention from investors who see potential in its technology-powered future, especially after a period of volatile trading. Over the last quarter, PL shares have surged by more than 76%, reflecting renewed optimism in the market's perception of its growth trajectory. This jump represents a significant turnaround from recent months, when the stock saw some...

With the business potentially at an important milestone, we thought we'd take a closer look at Achieve Life Sciences...

Earlier this month, Energy Transfer LP completed a sizeable multi-tranche fixed-income offering, issuing US$1.2 billion of Series 2025A and US$800 million of Series 2025B junior subordinated notes, both maturing in 2056 and issued at face value with initial annual interest rates of 6.5% and 6.75% respectively. This financing, coordinated with a large syndicate of underwriting banks, is expected to repay borrowings under Energy Transfer’s revolving credit facility and may impact the company’s...

Investors may wish to note that the Executive VP & CFO of CS Disco, Inc. , Michael Lafair, recently netted US$72k from...

Thinking about what to do with Plug Power stock? You are not alone. With eye-popping short-term moves and nerve-wracking long-term slides, Plug Power’s stock has kept traders and investors on their toes. Just this past quarter, shares nearly doubled, climbing 97%, which stands out against the rougher ride over the last few years. With the price currently at $1.54 and still discounted about 28% compared to analyst targets, it is clear that expectations are shifting rapidly in both...

If you have ever found yourself staring at Conagra Brands’ stock chart and debating your next move, you are not alone. The consumer staples giant, trading under the ticker symbol CAG, has certainly given investors a lot to think about lately. After a choppy year, the stock recently closed at $19.30, down just under 1% over the last month and more than 30% year-to-date. Longer-term performance tells a similar story, with the one-year total return sitting at -33% and five-year total return near...

In recent weeks, Charter Communications and certain senior executives have faced multiple class action lawsuits alleging violations of federal securities laws, primarily concerning disclosures related to customer declines following the end of the FCC’s Affordable Connectivity Program (ACP). These legal challenges point to concerns about the accuracy and timeliness of management’s statements regarding the company’s operational outlook and financial performance. The lawsuits center on claims...

If you have been eyeing Kyndryl Holdings and wondering whether now is the right moment to buy, hold, or even reconsider your strategy, you are not alone. The company's stock has seen some dramatic swings lately, stirring up plenty of debate among investors trying to make sense of its momentum. Over the past year, Kyndryl’s stock is up more than 30%, which is impressive, especially when compared to some of its peers. However, shorter-term moves have been more volatile, with a 1-day gain of...

Here is the revised article text with em dashes removed and replaced with clearer formatting: If you have been following Navios Maritime Partners (NYSE:NMM), you probably noticed the latest earnings report paired with an update on its share buyback. The company posted second quarter sales of $327 million, down from the prior year, with net income stepping back as well. Following this softer performance, management revealed it completed a sizeable repurchase, retiring over 5% of its shares in...

Monolithic Power Systems (MPWR) has seen a fresh wave of attention after its stock dipped slightly, closing 0.7% lower yesterday. While there is no headline-making news or AI announcement fueling the move, any quick turn in share price tends to stir up questions, especially with how dynamic the semiconductor sector has felt lately. For investors on the fence, even modest drops in a quality name like this can feel like either a warning sign or a window of opportunity. Taking a broader view,...

Ceragon Networks ( NASDAQ:CRNT ) Second Quarter 2025 Results Key Financial Results Revenue: US$82.3m (down 14% from 2Q...

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ATRenew ( NYSE:RERE ) Second Quarter 2025 Results Key Financial Results Revenue: CN¥4.99b (up 32% from 2Q 2024). Net...

You may think that with a price-to-sales (or "P/S") ratio of 0.1x Taoping Inc. ( NASDAQ:TAOP ) is definitely a stock...

Let's talk about the popular Graco Inc. ( NYSE:GGG ). The company's shares had a relatively subdued couple of weeks in...

We wouldn't blame Alico, Inc. ( NASDAQ:ALCO ) shareholders if they were a little worried about the fact that Henry...

Graphic Packaging Holding Company's ( NYSE:GPK ) price-to-earnings (or "P/E") ratio of 12.7x might make it look like a...

Some Trustmark Corporation ( NASDAQ:TRMK ) shareholders may be a little concerned to see that the Chairman, Gerard...

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