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NYSE:STC
NYSE:STCInsurance

Will New PropStream Media Push and Leadership Shifts Reframe Stewart Information Services' (STC) Real Estate Data Narrative?

Stewart Information Services recently drew investor attention ahead of its February 4, 2026 Q4 earnings release, amid upbeat analyst coverage and company updates including the launch of PropStream’s new educational media series and leadership changes at its data services subsidiary. PropStream Pros, now streaming across major platforms, underlines Stewart’s push to deepen engagement with real estate professionals through practical, real-world content rather than purely transactional...
NYSE:KKR
NYSE:KKRCapital Markets

Is KKR (KKR) Still Attractive After A 30% Slide And Rich Earnings Multiple

If you are wondering whether KKR's current share price offers good value or just reflects past enthusiasm, you are not alone. The stock trades at US$103.28 after an 11% decline over the last 7 days, a 19.9% decline over the last 30 days, and a 30.4% decline over the last year. However, the 3 year and 5 year returns of 79.3% and 131.8% still stand out. Recent news flow around KKR has focused on its role as a large alternative asset manager, its activity across private markets, and its...
NasdaqGS:VRNS
NasdaqGS:VRNSSoftware

Is It Time To Reassess Varonis Systems (VRNS) After The Steep Share Price Slide?

If you are wondering whether Varonis Systems at around US$26.53 is starting to look interesting on price, you are not alone. The stock has been under pressure recently, with a 22.4% decline over the last 7 days, 17.2% over the past month and 43.4% over the past year, and it is 60.5% lower over 5 years. This may be changing how investors think about its potential and its risks. Recent coverage around Varonis has focused on its position in data security software and how the company is...
NasdaqGS:WTW
NasdaqGS:WTWInsurance

Willis Towers Watson (WTW) One Off US$744 Million Gain Fuels EPS Rebound Narrative

Willis Towers Watson (WTW) closed the third quarter of FY 2025 with revenue of US$2,288 million and basic EPS of US$3.10 on net income of US$304 million, capping a trailing twelve month period that totaled US$9.8 billion in revenue and EPS of US$21.37. Over the past three quarters of FY 2025, the company has seen revenue move from US$2,223 million in Q1 to US$2,288 million in Q3, while quarterly EPS ranged from US$2.35 to US$3.34. This sets the scene for investors to focus on how much of this...
NasdaqGS:ALHC
NasdaqGS:ALHCHealthcare

A Look At Alignment Healthcare (ALHC) Valuation After Upbeat Analyst Commentary And Target Raises

Alignment Healthcare (ALHC) drew fresh investor attention after upbeat analyst commentary, including Baird’s remarks on its earnings outlook and a series of recent target raises, coincided with a 4% share move. See our latest analysis for Alignment Healthcare. That upbeat analyst sentiment is landing on a stock that already has momentum, with a 9.21% 7 day share price return, a 34.17% 90 day share price return and a 48.06% 1 year total shareholder return. This suggests improving confidence...
NYSE:RNST
NYSE:RNSTBanks

Is Renasant (RNST) Still Attractively Priced After Recent Share Price Strength

If you are asking whether Renasant at around US$38.43 still offers value, you are not alone. This article is designed to walk you through that question step by step. The stock has returned 3.3% over the last 7 days, 8.7% over the past month, 8.7% year to date, and 1.4% over the last year, which may have caught the eye of investors thinking about both growth potential and shifting risk perceptions. Recent attention on regional banks and their balance sheet resilience has kept investors...
NYSE:INGR
NYSE:INGRFood

Ingredion (INGR) Margin Stability And TTM EPS Base Test Bearish Earnings Narratives

Ingredion (INGR) has put fresh numbers on the table for FY 2025, with Q3 revenue at US$1,816 million and basic EPS of US$2.66, giving investors a clear read on how recent trading is flowing through to the bottom line. Over the past few quarters, the company has seen revenue move between US$1,800 million and US$1,878 million, while quarterly EPS ranged from about US$1.46 to just over US$3.05. This sets a useful context for gauging how consistent the current run rate looks. With trailing net...
NYSE:AIR
NYSE:AIRAerospace & Defense

Will AAR's (AIR) Oklahoma City MRO Expansion and Alaska Deal Change Its Investment Narrative?

AAR CORP. has recently completed an 80,000+ square foot expansion of its Oklahoma City airframe MRO facility, adding three bays capable of handling all 737 variants and supporting a long-term maintenance commitment with Alaska Airlines. The project not only deepens a 50-year operational presence at Will Rogers World Airport but also adds 200 full-time roles and advances the digitization of AAR’s maintenance processes in partnership with Alaska Airlines. We’ll now examine how this expanded...
NYSE:AIT
NYSE:AITTrade Distributors

Applied Industrial Ties Dividend Growth To Expansion In Automation And M&A

Applied Industrial Technologies (NYSE:AIT) approved an 11% dividend increase, marking its 17th consecutive annual raise since 2010. The company signaled plans for a more active pace of acquisitions, with management outlining intentions for expanded deal activity. The news ties dividend growth with a clearer roadmap for expansion in technical engineered solutions, automation, and flow control. For you as an investor, this update connects income and growth in one move. Applied Industrial...
NYSE:FND
NYSE:FNDSpecialty Retail

Is Floor & Decor (FND) Expanding Too Fast For Today’s Housing Market Or Just Early?

Floor & Decor Holdings recently attracted attention as investors reassessed its ongoing plan to open around 20 new warehouse-format stores this year and at least 20 more next year, despite housing market uncertainty. The central tension for the company now lies in whether this rapid expansion can generate strong returns if housing turnover remains subdued for an extended period. We will explore how Floor & Decor’s aggressive store expansion program shapes its investment narrative amid mixed...
NYSE:BILL
NYSE:BILLSoftware

Why BILL Holdings (BILL) Is Down 21.2% After Activist Pressure And Board Turnover Intensify

In recent days, Digits announced an API partnership with BILL, enabling real-time syncing of bills, invoices, and payments into Digits’ Agentic General Ledger to streamline automated financial workflows for joint customers. At the same time, BILL is facing board turnover, activist pressure for cost cuts and strategic options, and heightened attention ahead of its upcoming earnings report. With BILL’s recent share price decline, we’ll explore how the new Digits integration shapes its...
NYSE:HPE
NYSE:HPETech

Is Hewlett Packard Enterprise (HPE) A Potential Opportunity After Recent Share Price Weakness?

If you are wondering whether Hewlett Packard Enterprise (HPE) still offers value at around US$21.78 per share, you are not alone. Many investors are asking the same question right now. The stock is up 0.8% over the last 7 days, has a 1 year return of 7.4%, and sits against a 30 day and year to date return of 9.9% declines, which can change how you think about both risk and opportunity. Recent coverage of HPE has focused on how the business positions itself within the broader technology...
NYSE:HUBB
NYSE:HUBBElectrical

Hubbell (HUBB) Margin Strength Reinforces Bullish Narratives Despite Rich Valuation Concerns

Hubbell (HUBB) kicked off FY 2025 with third quarter revenue of US$1.5b and basic EPS of US$4.80, as net income excluding extra items reached US$255.1m. The company has seen quarterly revenue move from US$1.45b in Q2 2024 to US$1.48b in Q2 2025 and US$1.50b in Q3 2025. Over the same quarters, basic EPS tracked from US$4.04 to US$4.58 and then US$4.80. This sets the stage for investors to focus squarely on how these volumes and earnings are feeding through to margins and overall...
NasdaqCM:CLDX
NasdaqCM:CLDXBiotechs

Assessing Celldex Therapeutics (CLDX) Valuation After Recent Share Price Momentum And Ongoing Losses

Recent move in Celldex Therapeutics Celldex Therapeutics (CLDX) has been on many watchlists after recent trading, with the stock closing at US$25.17. Short term and longer term returns have moved in different directions, prompting closer attention from investors. See our latest analysis for Celldex Therapeutics. The recent 1 day share price return of 2.07% comes after a weaker run over the past month, with a 30 day share price return of 6.81% and a year to date share price return of 6.81%...
NYSE:DECK
NYSE:DECKLuxury

Deckers Outdoor Extends HOKA Performance Reach With New Shoes And Community Push

HOKA, a brand under Deckers Outdoor (NYSE:DECK), has launched the Speedgoat 7 trail running shoe, paired with a global Vert Challenge for trail runners. The company has also introduced the Cielo X1 3.0, described as its lightest marathon racing shoe, alongside the "Speed of Light" campaign featuring trials and community events. These product releases and community initiatives mark fresh activity in Deckers' performance running category, beyond routine financial updates. Deckers Outdoor,...
NasdaqGS:PAYX
NasdaqGS:PAYXProfessional Services

Is There Now An Opportunity In Paychex (PAYX) After Steep Share Price Decline

This article walks you through the key numbers behind Paychex's current share price so you can judge for yourself how the market value compares with the underlying business. After reaching a last close of US$97.15, Paychex has seen a 7.4% decline over the past week, a 10.5% decline over both the past month and year to date, and a 32.3% decline over the past year, with a 3 year return of an 8.8% decline and a 5 year return of 23.5%. Recent attention on Paychex has centered on its role as a...
OTCPK:FMCB
OTCPK:FMCBBanks

Farmers & Merchants Bancorp (OTCPK:FMCB) Net Margin Holds Near 39% Reinforcing Bullish Narratives

Farmers & Merchants Bancorp (FMCB) just closed out FY 2025 with fourth quarter revenue of US$61.9 million and basic EPS of US$34.80, while trailing twelve month revenue came in at US$239.3 million and EPS at US$135.00. Over the past few quarters, revenue has moved from US$53.5 million in Q4 2024 to US$57.9 million in Q1 2025, US$58.0 million in Q2, US$61.6 million in Q3, and US$61.9 million in Q4. Quarterly EPS stepped from US$31.17 to US$32.88, US$33.06, US$34.24, and US$34.80 over the same...
NasdaqGS:SIMO
NasdaqGS:SIMOSemiconductor

Is It Too Late To Reassess Silicon Motion Technology (NasdaqGS:SIMO) After 128% One Year Surge?

If you have been wondering whether Silicon Motion Technology is priced attractively right now, its recent share performance and current valuation metrics give you plenty to think about. The stock last closed at US$120.42, with returns of 3.6% over the past week, 28.4% over the last month, 28.4% year to date, 128.0% over one year, 94.9% over three years and 113.8% over five years. Recent coverage of Silicon Motion has focused on its position in the semiconductor space and the attention that...
NasdaqGS:TXN
NasdaqGS:TXNSemiconductor

Is It Too Late To Consider Texas Instruments (TXN) After The Recent Share Price Surge

If you are wondering whether Texas Instruments' current share price still offers value, looking at how the market is pricing its future cash flows and assets is a useful place to start. With the stock last closing at US$225.21 and returns of 14.5% over 7 days, 26.9% over 30 days, 26.9% year to date, 28.7% over 1 year, 34.3% over 3 years and 49.5% over 5 years, investors may be reassessing both its growth potential and risk profile. Recent attention on Texas Instruments has centered on its...
NYSE:HUN
NYSE:HUNChemicals

Is Huntsman (HUN) Quietly Recasting Its EV Supply-Chain Role Through Automotive Adhesives Innovation?

Recent industry research reported that the global automotive adhesives and sealants market is projected to reach about US$13.18 billion by 2035, supported by rising automobile production, growing electric vehicle adoption, and advances in high-strength, heat-resistant, and sustainable formulations. Huntsman is highlighted as a key participant in this expanding segment, with its newly launched high-performance structural adhesives tailored for electric vehicles positioning the company within...
NYSE:MSCI
NYSE:MSCICapital Markets

Is It Too Late To Consider Buying MSCI (MSCI) After Its Strong Multi‑Year Run?

If you are wondering whether MSCI's share price still makes sense after its recent run, you are not alone. The stock last closed at US$581.48, with returns of 2.9% over the past month, 0.8% over the past year, 7.4% over three years and 46.4% over five years. These figures may have shifted how some investors think about its risk and growth profile. Recent coverage has focused on MSCI as a key data and index provider for asset managers, ETFs and institutional investors, with attention on how...
NasdaqGS:TRMK
NasdaqGS:TRMKBanks

Trustmark (TRMK) Valuation Check After Earnings Beat And Dividend Increase

Trustmark (TRMK) shares reacted to a packed January 27 update, as investors weighed better than expected adjusted earnings, record contributions from mortgage and wealth management, tighter cost control, and a higher quarterly dividend that lifted the annual payout rate. See our latest analysis for Trustmark. The earnings beat, dividend increase and recent buyback activity have come alongside a 30 day share price return of 10.90% and a 90 day share price return of 13.48%. The 1 year total...
NYSE:VVV
NYSE:VVVSpecialty Retail

Valvoline Governance Reset Raises Questions On Incentives And Valuation

Valvoline (NYSE:VVV) shareholders approved a new 2026 Omnibus Incentive Plan at the company’s Annual Meeting. Investors also elected new directors to the board, updating the company’s leadership and governance structure. Valvoline, traded on the NYSE under the ticker VVV, operates in automotive services and related products, serving drivers who need consistent, repeat maintenance and care for their vehicles. Governance changes such as a refreshed incentive plan and new directors sit...
NYSE:ENR
NYSE:ENRHousehold Products

Is Energizer Holdings (ENR) Pricing Look Attractive After Recent Share Price Rebound

If you are wondering whether Energizer Holdings is attractively priced right now, you are not alone. The stock has been drawing attention from investors trying to make sense of its current value. The share price closed at US$22.96 recently, with returns of 5.7% over the last 7 days and 15.2% over the last 30 days. However, the 1 year return of negative 26.5% and 5 year return of negative 40.6% present a tougher longer term picture. These mixed returns sit against a backdrop of ongoing...