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Immatics previously received FDA orphan drug designation for its melanoma therapy targeting Stage II and higher cutaneous melanoma in HLA-A 02:01-positive patients, marking a key regulatory milestone in its immunotherapy pipeline. This orphan status brings potential benefits such as regulatory support and market exclusivity, which can materially shape Immatics’ development and commercialization pathway for this treatment. Next, we’ll examine how the FDA orphan drug designation and its...

Verisk Analytics recently appointed Steven Kauderer as president of its Claims Solutions business, succeeding interim leader and CFO Elizabeth Mann, while reaffirming the unit’s focus on improving claims accuracy, efficiency and speed for insurers and ecosystem partners. This leadership change comes as Verisk’s insurance-focused analytics franchise faces heightened attention following large insured loss estimates from Winter Storm Fern and a more cautious earnings outlook. Against this...

Archer-Daniels-Midland (ADM) is back in focus after director David R. McAtee II bought 7,500 shares shortly after the company reported adjusted fourth quarter EPS above consensus but fell short on revenue with mixed segment results. See our latest analysis for Archer-Daniels-Midland. Despite softer earnings for 2025, investors have pushed Archer-Daniels-Midland’s share price up, with a 30 day share price return of 7.6% and a 1 year total shareholder return of 56.66%. This shows renewed...

Associated Banc-Corp (ASB) has drawn fresh investor attention after reporting record 2025 earnings, beating expectations while unveiling a new US$100 million share repurchase program and reaffirming regular cash dividends. See our latest analysis for Associated Banc-Corp. That backdrop has been reflected in the share price, with a 90 day share price return of 10.08% and a year to date share price return of 8.11%. The 5 year total shareholder return of 72.74% suggests patient investors have...

In early February 2026, Brown-Forman’s King of Kentucky brand released its 2026 Small Batch series, a three-batch, limited-edition bourbon aged 12–18 years and bottled at distinct proofs of 105, 107.5, and 110 to highlight different expressions of its long maturation. This commemorative release, marking both the 250th anniversary of the United States and the creation of Kentucky County, underscores Brown-Forman’s use of scarcity, aging depth, and premium storytelling to reinforce its...

Earnings beat and dividend announcement reshape the Inter & Co (INTR) story Inter & Co (INTR) just paired an earnings beat with a new cash dividend, giving investors fresh income details alongside updated profit figures and recent business expansion milestones. See our latest analysis for Inter & Co. The recent earnings beat and new dividend come after a mixed stretch for the stock, with a 4.4% 30 day share price return but a 5.3% 90 day decline. At the same time, the 1 year total shareholder...

Surgery Partners recently saw increased investor attention as the market reacted to expectations for modest fourth-quarter 2025 revenue growth alongside lower earnings per share compared with the prior year. At the same time, contrasting commentary around its cash flow strength, expansion efforts, and elevated leverage has sharpened the debate over the company’s risk‑reward profile. We’ll now explore how optimism around upcoming results, despite flat earnings estimates, influences Surgery...

Applied Materials Q1 2026 earnings snapshot Applied Materials (AMAT) kicked off fiscal 2026 with Q1 revenue of about US$7.0b and basic EPS of US$2.55, supported by trailing 12 month EPS of US$9.81 on revenue of roughly US$28.2b. Over recent quarters the company has seen revenue move between US$7.3b and US$6.8b, while quarterly basic EPS has ranged from US$1.46 to US$2.64. This gives investors a clearer picture of how the top and bottom lines have tracked together. With trailing net profit...

LifeStance Health Group is facing operational challenges that are coinciding with continued value pressure as it pursues growth. Concerns center on subscale operations, limited distribution channels relative to peers, and a track record of negative returns on capital tied to its expansion efforts. These issues raise fresh questions about the long term competitiveness and profitability of NasdaqGS:LFST for current and potential shareholders. LifeStance Health Group, trading on NasdaqGS:LFST...

WeShop Holdings (NasdaqCM:WSHP) is expanding its marketplace into the health and fitness category with leading global brands. The company is rolling out new platform features focused on user trust, safety, and a smoother onboarding process. Key additions include a two-layer content moderation system and username reservation to support community growth and retention. For you as an investor, this move places NasdaqCM:WSHP in the middle of two large, active online segments: e-commerce and...

In recent days, Box has drawn attention after Jim Cramer highlighted it as a document storage and collaboration software company he views as potentially undervalued, while CEO Aaron Levie pushed back against concerns that AI will drive enterprises away from third‑party tools. Adding to this, DA Davidson named Box one of its top software picks for 2026, citing customer upgrades to the Enterprise Advanced tier as a key driver of anticipated sales momentum. Next, we’ll examine how analyst...

Humana (HUM) is back in focus after its fourth quarter 2025 results and 2026 outlook pointed to lower expected profitability, with Medicare Advantage Star Ratings creating a sizeable earnings headwind despite higher revenue and membership. See our latest analysis for Humana. The recent guidance cut and Stars headwind have gone hand in hand with a sharp reset in expectations, with a 30 day share price return of 32.84% decline and a 1 year total shareholder return of 26.46% decline pointing to...

RBC Bearings Incorporated recently reported past third-quarter and nine-month results to December 27, 2025, with sales rising to US$461.6 million and US$1.35 billion respectively, alongside higher net income and earnings per share from continuing operations versus the prior year. Management’s new fourth-quarter net sales outlook of US$495.0 million to US$505.0 million, supported by strong aerospace and defense demand and the VACCO acquisition, highlights how defense programs and added...

Nabors Industries (NYSE:NBR) completed the acquisition of Parker Wellbore, reshaping its drilling and well services footprint. The company divested Quail Tools, adjusting its business mix and asset base. Nabors Industries reported substantial debt reduction, changing the profile of its capital structure. The company advanced its international strategy through new rig deployments and joint ventures in key markets. Nabors Industries, traded on the NYSE under the ticker NBR, is a contract...

Noble Corporation (NYSE:NE) has secured major new contract awards tied to its high-spec offshore drilling fleet. The company has completed the sale of non core jackups, concentrating its portfolio on deepwater and harsh environment assets. These deals have contributed to what Noble describes as a record industry backlog and increased exposure to the Norwegian Continental Shelf. Noble, trading at $45.82, has seen strong share price momentum, with the stock up 16.9% over the past week and...

Healthcare Realty Trust Incorporated has reported past fourth-quarter 2025 results showing revenue of US$286.3 million and net income of US$14.39 million, alongside 2026 EPS guidance between a loss of US$0.05 and a profit of US$0.05 and approval of a US$0.24 per-share dividend payable in March 2026. Management highlighted that 2025 was a transformational year, with a revamped asset management platform, US$1.20 billion of asset sales exiting 14 non-core markets, improved leasing performance,...

EZCORP (EZPW) is back in focus after reporting first quarter fiscal 2026 results that showed higher revenue and net income, alongside a new three year, US$50 million share repurchase program funded by internal cash resources. See our latest analysis for EZCORP. That update landed after a strong run in EZCORP’s shares, with a 30 day share price return of 13.65% and a 90 day share price return of 36.96%. The 1 year total shareholder return of 73.02% and 5 year total shareholder return of about...

If you are wondering whether DHT Holdings is still offering value at around US$15.91 per share, it helps to step back and look at how its current price lines up with different valuation checks. The stock has posted returns of 7.0% over the last week, 16.0% over the last month, 35.5% year to date and 51.5% over the past year, so recent price moves are clearly front of mind for any investor thinking about risk and upside. Recent news flow around DHT has focused less on one off headlines and...

Highwoods Properties (NYSE:HIW) has launched a $300 million follow on equity offering. The company has also filed a mixed securities shelf registration covering common stock, preferred stock, and depositary shares. Management plans to use the proceeds to support growth projects, potential acquisitions, and general corporate purposes. Highwoods Properties focuses on owning, developing, and managing office properties in several key Sunbelt business districts. This region has attracted tenant...

Earlier this week, NiSource reported strong fourth-quarter and full-year 2025 results, beating earnings expectations, reaffirming 2026 EPS guidance of US$2.02–US$2.07, and outlining a US$28.00 billion 2026–2030 investment plan heavily focused on utility modernization and data center-related infrastructure. The company also disclosed a long-term agreement to supply up to 2,400 MW of power to Amazon’s data centers by 2032, a deal it expects will return about US$1.00 billion in value to Indiana...

XP (NasdaqGS:XP) just wrapped up FY 2025 with fourth quarter revenue of R$4.8b and basic EPS of R$2.46, framed by trailing twelve month revenue of R$17.8b and EPS of R$9.80 as earnings grew 14.5% over the past year. The company has seen quarterly revenue move from R$4.12b and EPS of R$2.21 in Q3 2024 to R$4.81b and EPS of R$2.51 in Q3 2025, with full year earnings running alongside a 29.1% net profit margin that compares to 27.8% in the prior year. This gives investors a clearer read on how...

EOG Resources has recently begun drilling in a shale play in the United Arab Emirates and is preparing to drill in Bahrain, extending its hydraulic fracturing expertise into new Middle Eastern basins beyond its traditional U.S. footprint. This overseas push into unconventional resources marks a meaningful shift in how EOG diversifies its reserve base and operational exposure outside maturing domestic shale plays. We’ll now examine how EOG’s move into Middle Eastern shale, including new...

If you are wondering whether Walker & Dunlop is fairly priced or offering value right now, you are not alone. The stock’s current level has many investors reassessing what they are willing to pay. The share price recently closed at US$61.86, with returns of a 2.2% decline over 7 days, a 4.3% decline over 30 days, a 5.3% gain year to date, and a 25.8% decline over 1 year, as well as a 26.6% decline over 3 years and a 31.3% decline over 5 years. Recent attention on Walker & Dunlop has been...

In the past quarter, Neuronetics reported preliminary fourth-quarter 2025 revenue of US$41.8 million, driven by demand for its NeuroStar systems and clinic operations, and generated US$0.9 million in positive operating cash flow. This combination of strong top-line growth and the shift to positive operating cash flow highlights progress in scaling its NeuroStar-focused business while managing liquidity pressures. Next, we’ll explore how the move to positive operating cash flow may influence...