U.S. Consumer Services Stock News

With oil prices held up by risks around the Strait of Hormuz, energy security is again front of mind for policymakers and investors. Reliable baseload power starts to look more valuable when fuel supplies look fragile. That is where nuclear energy stocks come in, offering exposure to companies tied to uranium, enrichment and reactors. This article highlights 3 nuclear energy stocks from our screener that stand out at the moment. The three nuclear energy stocks covered below are only a...

AirSculpt Technologies (AIRS) is back in focus after reporting Q2 2026 results and reaffirming full year revenue guidance at the lower end of its US$151 million to US$157 million range. See our latest analysis for AirSculpt Technologies. The Q2 2026 update and guidance reaffirmation come after a sharp reset in AirSculpt Technologies' share price, with the stock falling 45.11% on a 1 day share price return and leaving the 1 year total shareholder return down 58.02%. However, the year to date...

In August 2026, Atmus Filtration Technologies reported past second-quarter results showing US$527.9 million in sales and US$63.9 million in net income, raised its full-year 2026 net sales guidance to US$1.975–US$2.03 billion, and completed a US$100.98 million share repurchase of 2,346,969 shares under its July 2024 buyback plan. The combination of record quarterly sales, higher full-year guidance, and active buybacks highlights management’s confidence in Atmus’s filtration portfolio and its...

The Morning Bull - US Market Morning Update Tuesday, Aug, 11 2026 US stock futures are slightly higher this morning, with E mini S&P 500 contracts up about 0.1% and Nasdaq 100 futures ahead by roughly 0.4%. The move comes as the US 10 year Treasury yield holds near 4.66% after softer payrolls data, which hints at a cooler jobs market and takes a little pressure off borrowing costs for households and companies. At the same time, oil prices remain firm as talks around the Strait of Hormuz...

Atkore (ATKR) has agreed to be acquired by Prysmian in an all cash transaction valuing the company at about $3.8 billion, with shareholders set to receive $95.00 per share if the deal closes. See our latest analysis for Atkore. The proposed Prysmian deal comes after a strong run in Atkore’s share price, with a 30 day share price return of 29.78% and a year to date share price return of 45.51%. The 1 year total shareholder return of 77.65% contrasts with a 3 year total shareholder return that...

Event overview and why Kirby stock is in focus Kirby (KEX) is back on investors’ radar after completing a long running share repurchase program alongside its latest quarterly earnings, updated 2026 earnings guidance and fresh commentary on potential acquisitions. See our latest analysis for Kirby. Despite a softer 30 day share price return of 7.83% and a 90 day share price return of 7.40%, Kirby still has an 18.4% year to date share price return and a 36.1% 1 year total shareholder return...

In the past quarter, Azenta, Inc. reported third-quarter 2026 revenue of US$161.18 million and net income of US$2.46 million, a swing from a net loss a year earlier, while also completing a US$50 million repurchase of 2,300,000 shares. Azenta also raised its full-year revenue guidance to a range of US$613 million to US$618 million, signaling greater confidence in its ongoing operations and cash generation after returning to quarterly profitability. We’ll now look at how Azenta’s return to...

Tenet Healthcare recently reported past quarterly results that exceeded analyst expectations and raised its full-year outlook, supported by growth in its ambulatory surgery platform and emphasis on higher-acuity care. This combination of stronger hospital profitability and expanding outpatient surgery services highlights how Tenet is reshaping its business mix toward more specialized, higher-value care. Next, we'll examine how Tenet's raised full-year outlook and ambulatory surgery expansion...

Bitdeer Technologies Group (BTDR) has put out a busy set of Q2 2026 updates. You are looking at a company reporting 47% year-over-year revenue growth alongside a wider net loss and a long-term AI infrastructure lease. See our latest analysis for Bitdeer Technologies Group. Those Q2 figures and the long-term Tydal AI lease sit against a sharply weaker share price. Bitdeer Technologies Group has seen the share price fall 34.6% over the past month and the 1-year total shareholder return decline...

Dividend increase and earnings set the tone for PPG Industries stock PPG Industries (PPG) is back on income investors' radar after announcing a $0.74 per share dividend with an ex-dividend date of 10 August 2026, extending its 54 year streak of annual increases. This latest payout arrives shortly after second quarter 2026 results that showed sales of $4,495 million compared with $4,195 million a year earlier, while net income was $437 million compared with $450 million in the prior...

In the second quarter of 2026, DT Midstream reported higher sales of US$343 million and net income of US$112 million versus the prior year, and its board also declared a US$0.88 per-share dividend payable in October. The combination of improving earnings per share from continuing operations and a maintained cash dividend highlights the company’s emphasis on both profitability and returning capital to shareholders. Next, we’ll examine how DT Midstream’s stronger mid-2026 earnings performance...

Abbott Laboratories (ABT) is back in focus after beating quarterly estimates and raising its annual profit forecast, pointing investors toward the company’s cancer diagnostics and medical devices businesses as key earnings drivers. See our latest analysis for Abbott Laboratories. The recent earnings beat and guidance raise come alongside a strong 90 day share price return of 28.77% and a 30 day share price return of 15.64%, although the year to date share price return is still down 12.54% and...

Aptiv PLC recently reported past second-quarter 2026 results showing sales of US$3,274 million and net income of US$248 million, while also completing a large multi-year buyback totaling 52,507,961 shares for US$3,255.97 million under its August 2024 authorization. Despite this combination of earnings, guidance and capital returns, a recent downward revision in earnings estimates that led to Aptiv’s addition to the Zacks Rank #5 (Strong Sell) list has become a key focus for investors...

What Boot Barn’s new credit agreement means for investors Boot Barn Holdings (BOOT) has doubled its revolving credit commitment to $500,000,000 and extended its credit facility to as late as July 2031, giving the company expanded borrowing capacity and a longer funding runway. See our latest analysis for Boot Barn Holdings. Boot Barn Holdings’ recent credit expansion comes after a share price increase of 16.43% over the past 90 days, while the year-to-date share price return is down 9.67%...

Alexander's, Inc. has already reported its second-quarter 2026 results, with sales rising to US$54.71 million and net income jumping to US$155.36 million, while also declaring a regular quarterly dividend of US$4.50 per share payable on August 28, 2026. The huge year-over-year leap in earnings per share, from US$1.19 to US$30.24, raises fresh questions about what is driving such a very large profit swing and how it interacts with an already stretched dividend payout ratio. We’ll now examine...

Sandisk’s earnings jolt puts recent stock swings in context Sandisk (SNDK) just reported fourth quarter and full year results that sharply contrast with recent share price volatility. Investors now have fresh numbers to weigh against the stock’s steep moves this year. For the quarter ended July 3, 2026, Sandisk reported sales of US$8,965 million compared with US$1,901 million a year earlier. Net income was US$6,903 million compared with a net loss of US$23 million in the prior year...

Why New Jersey Resources is in focus after its latest earnings New Jersey Resources (NJR) drew fresh attention after reporting third quarter and nine month results on 3 August 2026. The company returned to profitability in the quarter and reported higher sales and net income versus the prior year periods. See our latest analysis for New Jersey Resources. Despite the positive third quarter results, New Jersey Resources shares have eased in the short term, with the 7 day share price return down...

Globe Life Inc. recently held a Board meeting where directors approved a new authorization, effective August 15, 2026, to repurchase up to US$2.50 billion of common stock, reaffirmed a quarterly dividend of US$0.33 per share payable on October 30, 2026, and recorded the retirement of director David A. Rodriguez on August 4, 2026. The sizeable new buyback authorization, replacing prior approvals, highlights the Board’s focus on returning excess capital while continuing to prioritize funding...

Bunge Global SA reported past second-quarter 2026 results with sales rising to US$24,041 million and net income to US$678 million, alongside higher basic and diluted earnings per share from continuing operations year on year. Despite six‑month sales and net income nearly doubling versus the prior year, basic and diluted earnings per share over the same period were slightly lower, highlighting the impact of a larger share base and profit mix on per‑share performance. With this strong...

Dividend affirmation and updated guidance set the tone Acadia Realty Trust (AKR) recently affirmed a quarterly cash dividend of $0.20 per common share and updated its 2026 earnings guidance. These moves give you fresh information on income and expectations from the stock. See our latest analysis for Acadia Realty Trust. These dividend and guidance updates come after a recent earnings report on July 28, 2026. They sit against a share price of $20.26 that has eased in the short term, with the 7...

In late July 2026, Safehold Inc. reported second-quarter and first-half 2026 results showing higher sales, revenue, net income and earnings per share year over year, while also completing a US$16.3 million buyback of 1,086,328 shares under its repurchase program. Beyond the headline earnings growth, Safehold’s decision to retire about 1.51% of its share base and advance its Brookfield joint venture underscores management’s focus on capital efficiency and expanding its ground lease...

Why BJ's Restaurants earnings matter for shareholders now BJ's Restaurants (BJRI) has just reported second quarter 2026 results, with higher sales but lower net income and earnings per share compared with a year earlier. This puts the focus squarely on margins and profitability. The company also updated investors on its long running share repurchase program, reporting additional buybacks completed in the quarter. Together, these disclosures give you fresh information on both operating...

Sunoco LP recently reported second-quarter 2026 results, with sales of US$14,259 million and net income of US$283 million, and raised its 2026 adjusted EBITDA guidance while lifting its quarterly distribution. The company is pairing this stronger performance and higher cash-flow outlook with an active acquisition and international expansion program across the United States, Canada, the Caribbean, and Europe. We’ll now examine how Sunoco’s upgraded EBITDA guidance and distribution increase...

In early August 2026, Freshworks Inc. reported second-quarter 2026 results showing revenue of US$237.38 million and a move from a small loss to a modest net income, while also providing updated guidance for the third quarter and full year. The company’s decision to raise full-year 2026 revenue guidance to a range of US$963.5 million to US$966.5 million highlights management’s confidence in its operating momentum and earnings profile. Next, we’ll examine how the upgraded full-year revenue...