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NYSE:HI
NYSE:HIMachinery

Is Hillenbrand (HI) Pricing Look Attractive After Years Of Mixed Share Returns?

If you are wondering whether Hillenbrand's current share price gives you good value, it helps to step back and look at how the market has treated the stock over different time frames. At a last close of US$31.98, Hillenbrand's recent returns have been modest, with 0.2% over 7 days, 0.6% over 30 days, 0.8% year to date and 6.0% over 1 year, compared with a 23.6% decline over 3 years and a 20.1% decline over 5 years. These mixed returns suggest investors have shifted their expectations over...
NYSE:DOCS
NYSE:DOCSHealthcare Services

Doximity (DOCS) Q3 Net Margin Near 38% Reinforces Bullish Profitability Narratives

Doximity (DOCS) just posted its Q3 2026 numbers, with revenue at US$185.1 million and basic EPS of US$0.33, supported by net income of US$61.6 million. The company has seen quarterly revenue move from US$136.8 million in Q2 2025 to US$145.9 million in Q1 2026, then to US$168.5 million in Q2 2026 and US$185.1 million in the latest quarter. Over the same period, basic EPS has ranged between US$0.24 and US$0.40, setting up a story in which high reported margins and steady profitability sit at...
NasdaqGS:CSGS
NasdaqGS:CSGSProfessional Services

Assessing CSG Systems International (CSGS) Valuation As Shares Trade Near Agreed Cash Offer

Setting the scene on CSG Systems International CSG Systems International (CSGS) has been drawing attention from investors recently, with its share price around $80 and a one year total return of about 26.8% prompting closer scrutiny of fundamentals. See our latest analysis for CSG Systems International. At a share price of $80.06, CSG Systems International has paired a relatively steady recent share price return with a 1 year total shareholder return of 26.8%, suggesting investors have been...
NYSE:COUR
NYSE:COURConsumer Services

Coursera (COUR) Q4 Loss Of US$26.8 Million Tests Bullish Profitability Narratives

Coursera (COUR) has wrapped up FY 2025 with Q4 revenue of US$196.9 million and a basic EPS loss of US$0.16, alongside net income excluding extra items of a US$26.8 million loss, keeping the focus squarely on profitability progress. The company has seen quarterly revenue move from US$176.1 million in Q3 2024 to US$179.18 million in Q4 2024, then to US$179.3 million, US$187.1 million, US$194.2 million and now US$196.9 million. Over the same stretch, quarterly basic EPS losses have ranged...
NasdaqGS:BNTX
NasdaqGS:BNTXBiotechs

Is BioNTech (BNTX) Pricing Reflecting Its Mixed Returns And Conflicting Valuation Signals?

If you are wondering whether BioNTech is currently priced attractively or not, the key question is whether the market is fairly reflecting the company’s long term prospects in its share price. The stock recently closed at US$106.62, with a 6.3% decline over the last 7 days, a 6.5% gain over the last 30 days and a 10.3% return year to date, while the 1 year, 3 year and 5 year returns stand at a 9.3% decline, 24.7% decline and 8.4% decline respectively. These mixed returns sit against a...
NYSE:KMT
NYSE:KMTMachinery

Is It Too Late To Consider Kennametal (KMT) After Its Strong Share Price Run?

If you are wondering whether Kennametal’s current share price still offers value, you are not alone. This article is built to help you unpack what that price really implies. The stock last closed at US$40.32, with returns of 17.2% over 7 days, 38.2% over 30 days, 39.1% year to date, 87.6% over 1 year, 56.3% over 3 years, and 24.7% over 5 years. This raises fair questions about how much of the story is already reflected in the price. Recent coverage around Kennametal has focused on its...
NasdaqGS:BUSE
NasdaqGS:BUSEBanks

Why First Busey (BUSE) Is Up 10.6% After Q4 Profit Rise And CEO Exit News - And What's Next

In late January 2026, First Busey Corporation reported higher fourth-quarter net interest income of US$157.56 million and net income of US$60.75 million versus the prior year, while also disclosing higher net charge-offs and lower full-year earnings per share from continuing operations. On the same day, the company announced the immediate separation of long-serving executive Michael J. Maddox from his roles at Busey and Busey Bank, adding a leadership shift to an otherwise stronger quarterly...
NasdaqGS:BL
NasdaqGS:BLSoftware

Engaged Capital Challenge Puts BlackLine Governance And Future Direction In Focus

Engaged Capital has formally nominated three director candidates to the Board of BlackLine (NasdaqGS:BL). The move raises the possibility of a proxy contest and signals pressure for changes to the company’s direction and governance. The nominations follow an ongoing engagement between Engaged Capital and BlackLine and could influence leadership and future priorities if the nominees are elected. BlackLine focuses on cloud software that automates and streamlines accounting and finance...
NYSE:FBIN
NYSE:FBINBuilding

Assessing Fortune Brands Innovations (FBIN) Valuation After New Smart Lock Launch For Professional Markets

New smart lock launches put Fortune Brands Innovations in focus Fortune Brands Innovations (FBIN) is back on investor radars after its Yale and Master Lock brands rolled out new smart lock lines for multi-family residences and commercial buildings, aimed squarely at professional buyers. See our latest analysis for Fortune Brands Innovations. Those new Yale and Master Lock launches come at a time when momentum in Fortune Brands Innovations’ shares has picked up, with a 30 day share price...
NYSE:PBH
NYSE:PBHPharmaceuticals

Prestige Consumer Healthcare (PBH) Margin Compression Reinforces Cautious Earnings Narratives

Prestige Consumer Healthcare (PBH) has reported Q3 2026 results with revenue of US$283.4 million and basic EPS of US$0.98, giving investors a fresh look at how its consumer health portfolio is translating into earnings power. The company has seen quarterly revenue move from US$283.8 million in Q2 2025 to US$283.4 million in Q3 2026, while basic EPS has ranged between US$0.86 and US$1.23 over that period. This sets the backdrop for trailing 12 month net profit margins that have compressed...
NYSE:AXS
NYSE:AXSInsurance

Has AXIS Capital (AXS) Become More Attractive After Recent Insurance Sector Focus?

Investors may be wondering whether AXIS Capital Holdings, at around US$106.53, offers good value right now or whether most of the potential upside has already been priced in. The stock has recorded returns of 3.2% over the last week and 3.2% over the last month, with year-to-date returns of 2.2% and a 1 year return of 16.1%. The 3 year and 5 year returns are 83.1% and 142.0% respectively. Recent news coverage has focused on AXIS Capital Holdings as a major player in the insurance space...
NYSE:OKE
NYSE:OKEOil and Gas

Does ONEOK’s New Directors and Higher Dividend Signal a Shift in Capital Priorities for OKE?

In late January 2026, ONEOK’s board added two independent directors, former Weatherford CEO Mark A. McCollum and Mountaintop Consulting CEO Precious Williams Owodunni, assigning them to key audit, compensation and governance committees. The appointments bring deep energy, finance and governance expertise to ONEOK’s board at the same time the company is increasing its quarterly dividend to US$1.07 per share. With the dividend increase as a focal point, we’ll examine how these developments...
NYSEAM:IE
NYSEAM:IEMetals and Mining

Ivanhoe Electric Links Chile Copper Search With US Supply Chain Plans

Ivanhoe Electric (NYSEAM:IE) signed a collaboration and exploration agreement with Chilean miner SQM to search for copper across more than 2,000 km2 in northern Chile. The company is using its geophysical technologies in this program, which could lead to joint venture opportunities on any future deposits that are identified. Ivanhoe Electric took part in a White House event launching a US$12b US minerals stockpile initiative that includes a US$825m Export Import Bank letter of interest for...
NasdaqGS:TCOM
NasdaqGS:TCOMHospitality

Tripcom Group Faces Antitrust Probe As Valuation And Risks Diverge

Trip.com Group (NasdaqGS:TCOM) is being investigated by China's State Administration for Market Regulation over potential antitrust violations. Following this regulatory move, several law firms have launched shareholder investigations and are exploring potential class action lawsuits. The developments focus on possible impacts to the company's business practices, legal exposure, and investor interests. For investors watching Trip.com Group at a share price of $59.4, this regulatory...
NasdaqGS:PEP
NasdaqGS:PEPBeverage

Is PepsiCo (PEP) Pricing Look Attractive After Strong Recent Share Price Performance?

If you are wondering whether PepsiCo at around US$170.49 is offering fair value or a stretch price, starting with a clear look at the numbers can help you frame that question. The stock has posted returns of 11.0% over the past 7 days, 24.4% over 30 days, 19.9% year to date, 22.6% over 1 year and 6.8% and 48.6% over 3 and 5 years respectively. This gives you a recent performance backdrop before you think about what you are paying today. Recent news coverage around PepsiCo has focused on its...
NYSE:CAH
NYSE:CAHHealthcare

Cardinal Health (CAH) Q2 Earnings Strengthen Bullish Narrative On 26.7% TTM EPS Growth

Cardinal Health (CAH) just posted its Q2 2026 numbers, with revenue of about US$65.6b, basic EPS of US$1.98 and net income excluding extra items of US$467m setting the tone for the latest update. Over the last few quarters the company has seen revenue move from US$55.3b in Q2 2025 to US$60.2b in Q4 2025, US$64.0b in Q1 2026 and now US$65.6b in Q2 2026. Basic EPS stepped through US$1.65, US$1.00, US$1.89 and US$1.98 over the same periods, which feeds into trailing twelve month EPS of US$6.97...
NasdaqGS:COLM
NasdaqGS:COLMLuxury

Columbia Sportswear (COLM) Valuation Check After Earnings Beat And Upbeat 2026 Growth Guidance

Columbia Sportswear (COLM) is back in focus after its latest quarterly update, where earnings and profitability came in ahead of Wall Street estimates and 2026 guidance pointed to growth in both net sales and earnings. See our latest analysis for Columbia Sportswear. The earnings beat and upbeat 2026 guidance helped spark a sharp shift in sentiment, with a 1 day share price return of 3.27% and a 90 day share price return of 22.06%. However, the 1 year total shareholder return is still...
NYSE:IVT
NYSE:IVTRetail REITs

A Look At InvenTrust Properties (IVT) Valuation After Recent Share Price Momentum

InvenTrust Properties (IVT) has drawn fresh attention after recent trading, with the share price last closing at US$30.42. For investors, the focus now is how this essential retail REIT’s fundamentals line up with that price. See our latest analysis for InvenTrust Properties. While InvenTrust’s share price slipped 0.78% over the last session to US$30.42, the 30 day share price return of 5.44% and 90 day gain of 10.62% suggest momentum has been building on top of a 5 year total shareholder...
NYSE:BRK.A
NYSE:BRK.ADiversified Financial

Berkshire Hathaway (BRK.A) Is Up 5.5% After Greg Abel Begins Redeploying Buffett-Era Cash Hoard

Berkshire Hathaway has entered a new era as Warren Buffett stepped down as CEO at the end of 2025, with Greg Abel taking the helm and moving to reshape the conglomerate’s portfolio, including plans to sell its long-held stake in Kraft Heinz. This leadership handover coincides with Berkshire controlling more than US$380 billion in cash and seeing its investments in five Japanese trading houses grow to a value approaching US$40 billion, giving Abel significant financial room to recalibrate the...
NasdaqGS:BIDU
NasdaqGS:BIDUInteractive Media and Services

Should Baidu’s New Dividend And US$5 Billion Buyback Plan Require Action From BIDU Investors?

Baidu’s board has approved its first-ever dividend policy and a new share repurchase program of up to US$5.00 billion, effective through December 31, 2028, marking a shift toward recurring capital returns funded by operating profits, potential non-core asset disposals and other investment income. This move brings Baidu’s capital allocation closer to peers such as Alibaba and Tencent while the company continues to invest heavily in AI, including its Ernie assistant and the planned Hong Kong...
NYSE:FHI
NYSE:FHICapital Markets

Is Federated Hermes (FHI) Pricing Reflect Its Strong Multi Year Returns And Low P/E Ratio

If you are looking at Federated Hermes and wondering whether the current share price lines up with its underlying worth, this article is designed to walk you through that question step by step. The stock recently closed at US$52.12, with returns of a 2.2% decline over 7 days, a 0.9% decline over 30 days, a 0.5% decline year to date, and gains of 38.3% over 1 year, 48.3% over 3 years, and 123.8% over 5 years, which may have caught the eye of investors reassessing risk and return. Recent...
NYSE:UTI
NYSE:UTIConsumer Services

Universal Technical Institute Expands Trade And Healthcare Campuses As Growth Test

Universal Technical Institute (NYSE:UTI) is expanding its U.S. footprint with new campuses in Atlanta and San Antonio. The San Antonio location is planned as the company’s first campus focused exclusively on skilled trades. UTI is also adding a new healthcare facility in Phoenix and planning more than 20 new programs for 2026. The expansion is aimed at addressing ongoing skilled labor and healthcare worker shortages across the country. Universal Technical Institute, listed on the NYSE under...
NYSE:HG
NYSE:HGInsurance

Hamilton Insurance Group Governance Move As Compliance And Valuation Come Into Focus

Hamilton Insurance Group (NYSE:HG) has appointed Moussa Thiam as Group Head of Compliance. The promotion reflects the insurer's focus on governance and regulatory oversight as a public company. The role covers compliance across Hamilton's global operations and multiple regulatory regimes. For investors tracking NYSE:HG, this move comes as the stock trades at $29.7, with a 1 year return of 57.2%. Shares are also showing shorter term strength, with returns of 7.0% over the past week and 12.0%...
NasdaqCM:EXAS
NasdaqCM:EXASBiotechs

Assessing Exact Sciences (EXAS) Valuation After Oncotype DX Reaches 2 Million Patients

What the Oncotype DX milestone means for Exact Sciences (EXAS) investors Exact Sciences (EXAS) is back in focus after announcing that its Oncotype DX Breast Recurrence Score test has now guided treatment decisions for more than 2 million breast cancer patients worldwide. For you as an investor, this milestone highlights growing clinical use, long-running evidence behind the assay, and its role in treatment decision support. All of these factors feed directly into perceptions of the company’s...