U.S. Consumer Services Stock News

On November 4, 2025, American International Group’s Board declared a quarterly dividend of US$0.45 per share, announced third quarter results with net income of US$519 million up from US$459 million a year ago, and completed a US$1.23 billion share buyback for 15.44 million shares. Alongside operational improvements, AIG’s ongoing capital return through dividends and buybacks reflects a commitment to creating shareholder value and financial strength. Given the significant share repurchase,...

In the past week, Certara, Inc. reported a return to profitability for the third quarter of 2025, with quarterly sales rising to US$104.62 million and the company providing full-year revenue guidance of US$415 million to US$420 million. The launch of TFL Studio, Certara’s first cloud-native module designed to streamline key pharmacokinetic workflow processes, signals ongoing product innovation aimed at accelerating drug development and regulatory submissions. We’ll examine how Certara’s...

Earlier this month, Hormel Foods Corporation disclosed a corporate restructuring affecting approximately 250 corporate and sales positions, following a voluntary early retirement program and the closing of many open roles as part of efforts to align resources for future growth and efficiency. Alongside this operational reshaping, Hormel is contending with external scrutiny after cutting its earnings outlook, managing executive turnover, and confronting a legal investigation into potential...

Starbucks recently announced an agreement with Boyu Capital to form a joint venture that will operate Starbucks' retail business in China, with Boyu holding up to a 60% stake and Starbucks retaining a 40% interest while licensing its brand and intellectual property to the entity. This move positions Starbucks to leverage Boyu’s insights into Chinese consumer behavior while accelerating innovation, digital expansion, and its presence in one of the world's largest coffee markets. We’ll explore...

World Kinect Corporation recently announced the amendment and extension of its US$2 billion senior unsecured credit facility, comprising both revolving and term loan components, with the maturity now extended to November 2030 and an option for further extension to 2031. This revised facility introduces improved pricing terms and expanded covenant flexibility, which are expected to support the company's future capital allocation and growth initiatives. We’ll explore how the enhanced credit...

Driven Brands Holdings (DRVN) caught investor attention after reporting a jump in profitability, moving from a net loss to net income for both the third quarter and the year so far. The company also issued new guidance for continued revenue growth and store expansion. See our latest analysis for Driven Brands Holdings. After a stretch of volatility, Driven Brands’ latest move into profitability appears to have caught investor attention, yet momentum is still building. Despite a standout...

PPG Industries (PPG) delivered record adjusted earnings per share for the third quarter of 2025, driven by steady sales growth in its aerospace, protective, marine, and packaging coatings businesses. The company’s latest update signals operational strength, even as market conditions continue to change. See our latest analysis for PPG Industries. While PPG Industries continues to invest in its aerospace operations and expand its range of sustainable filtration products, the share price has...

Veris Residential (VRE) has caught investor attention after surpassing asset sale targets and meaningfully reducing its debt. These steps underline a sharper focus on its core multifamily residential portfolio and an improving financial outlook. See our latest analysis for Veris Residential. Momentum has started building for Veris Residential, as the company’s recent asset sales and debt reduction have been met with a modest 90-day share price return of 4.85%. However, investors are still...

SM Energy (SM) stock has drawn fresh attention after its recent movement, prompting investors to look deeper at how the company stacks up over the past month and beyond. Shares currently sit well below last year’s high. See our latest analysis for SM Energy. SM Energy’s share price has seen a steep decline lately, dropping more than 18% in the past month and down 54% year-to-date. This reflects cooling momentum after earlier strength. While the 1-year total shareholder return is also...

American States Water Company recently reported its third quarter 2025 results, showing sales of US$182.72 million and net income of US$41.17 million, both up from the same period last year. A significant driver in this financial improvement was the combination of growth across its water and electric segments, as well as performance in contracted military base services. We'll examine how this strong operational and earnings momentum shapes the long-term investment narrative for American...

AngloGold Ashanti plc recently reported its third-quarter 2025 results, revealing net income of US$669 million and gold production of 768,000 ounces, both showing significant growth year over year. The company also announced a US$0.91 per share interim dividend, highlighting continued robust cash flows and management's intent to reward shareholders. We'll examine how AngloGold Ashanti's higher gold production and strong earnings shape its investment narrative amid sector challenges. The...

T. Rowe Price Group (TROW) is undergoing significant change as new leaders step into key roles and the company reorganizes its technology and operations teams. These moves coincide with stronger-than-expected third-quarter earnings, reflecting ongoing efforts to drive growth and efficiency. See our latest analysis for T. Rowe Price Group. Despite posting better-than-expected earnings and announcing big changes at the top, T. Rowe Price Group’s latest share price of $103.72 still reflects...

Earlier this week, analysts upgraded Republic Services to Buy after the company missed earnings and faced macroeconomic headwinds, highlighting factors such as margin expansion, strong free cash flow, and higher dividends driven by pricing power and acquisitions. An interesting aspect is analysts’ view that potential lower interest rates and a recovering economy could boost Republic Services’ cash flow, even amid persistent market and economic uncertainties. To see how expectations for cash...

Pony AI Inc. recently completed a follow-on equity offering in Hong Kong, raising HK$6.71 billion through the sale of Class A Ordinary Shares, just ahead of its upcoming financial results announcement on November 25, 2025. This capital infusion comes amid significant market interest in the autonomous vehicle sector, as Pony AI pursues commercialization and further development of its self-driving technology. We'll explore how this substantial equity offering shapes Pony AI's investment...

Earlier this week, Darden Restaurants reported first quarter 2026 adjusted earnings per share of US$1.97, falling short of Wall Street expectations due to an 8.8% increase in operating costs, largely from higher ingredient and marketing expenses, while sales aligned with forecasts. Although management raised its annual sales growth guidance to a range of 7.5% to 8.5%, the midpoint remains just below the average analyst forecast, highlighting continued caution around near-term...

SEI Investments (SEIC) has experienced a slight dip in its share price, closing at $82.27. This reflects a 2% decline over the past month. Investors continue to assess the company’s recent performance and growth prospects in light of these movements. See our latest analysis for SEI Investments. SEI Investments’ share price has cooled slightly this month, yet the company still boasts a 2.1% total shareholder return over the past year, with a long-term track record that includes a 41%...

Digital Turbine (APPS) just delivered its second-quarter 2026 results, showing improvements that caught the attention of many investors. The company posted an 18% boost in revenue and upgraded its full-year outlook, which suggests ongoing momentum. See our latest analysis for Digital Turbine. Despite Digital Turbine’s upbeat earnings and refreshed outlook, volatility has been intense lately. The past week alone saw a sharp 17% drop in share price, following a stellar year-to-date gain of...

Earlier this week, Paysafe and Endava announced a multi-year partnership aimed at accelerating smarter payments and next-generation community engagement, while TRD U.S.A. expanded its collaboration with Endava as Official IT Consulting Partner for 2026 and beyond. These partnerships highlight Endava's efforts to strengthen its position in digital payments and AI-driven technology, even as it reported a first-quarter revenue decline and revised guidance. We'll explore how the combination of...

RLI Transportation, a division of RLI Insurance Company, recently announced a partnership with Netradyne to provide commercial fleet customers with AI-powered video telematics, offering insurance premium discounts for those installing advanced dashcams. This move reflects RLI's emphasis on technology-driven risk management, aiming to improve driver safety while supporting cost control for fleet operators. We'll examine how RLI's adoption of AI-powered telematics could influence its long-term...

SFL Corporation (NYSE:SFL) is in focus as investors look ahead to the company’s third-quarter earnings release. Alongside expectations for softer results, the Board has reaffirmed a $0.20 quarterly dividend, which signals consistency in its payout approach. See our latest analysis for SFL. Despite a wave of cautious headlines ahead of earnings and a steady dividend announcement, SFL’s share price has lately shown a burst of momentum, jumping over 18% in the past month, though it remains down...

LivaNova PLC announced its third quarter 2025 financial results on November 5, reporting quarterly sales of US$357.75 million, up from US$318.12 million a year earlier, while net income declined to US$26.78 million from US$32.95 million and the company raised its full-year organic revenue growth guidance to between 9.5% and 10.5%. Despite a year-over-year decrease in net income and earnings per share for the quarter, the company signaled confidence in its business outlook by increasing its...

In November 2025, Costco Wholesale reported US$21.75 billion in net sales for October and US$48.33 billion for the first nine weeks of its fiscal year, both up over 8% from the previous year. Executive membership initiatives, like exclusive early shopping access, helped boost both member upgrades and sales, pointing to the profitable impact of enhanced loyalty strategies. We’ll look at how growth in Executive memberships and membership upgrades shapes Costco’s investment narrative and future...

Acushnet Holdings Corp. recently reported its third-quarter 2025 results, showing year-over-year sales growth to US$657.66 million and reaffirmed its revenue guidance for the fourth quarter and full year 2025 at US$2.52 to US$2.54 billion. Despite sales growth, the company’s net income for the quarter decreased from the prior year, while management reiterated confidence in future product launches to drive revenue momentum. We’ll explore how Acushnet’s reaffirmed outlook and ongoing product...

The Carlyle Group Inc. recently reported its third quarter 2025 earnings, revealing quarterly revenue of US$332.7 million and net income of US$0.9 million, both down sharply from the same period in 2024; for the nine months ended September 30, revenue was US$2.88 billion and net income was US$450.6 million. Despite the drop in earnings, Carlyle declared a quarterly dividend of US$0.35 per share, signaling its ongoing commitment to shareholder returns during a period of weaker financial...