U.S. Energy Services Stock News

If you’ve been following KBR (KBR) lately, you probably saw the headlines about their HomeSafe Alliance joint venture losing a major government contract with U.S. Transportation Command. This event, announced in June, sparked a swift and sharp reaction from investors. The stock plunged as news broke, and now several law firms are investigating whether shareholders received all the facts. This has added another layer of uncertainty to the story. For KBR holders and would-be buyers, this sudden...

If you’ve had your eye on Burlington Stores (BURL) lately, you’re not alone. A wave of market attention has hit after the company signaled it could once again top earnings expectations, supported by a positive Earnings ESP and a stronger consensus from analysts. In addition, the appointment of a new board member with deep experience in discount retail is prompting investors to reconsider Burlington’s growth story as the year progresses. Looking at the numbers, momentum for Burlington Stores...

FirstEnergy (FE) is in the spotlight this week after announcing a $1.6 million upgrade to the electric grid in key New Jersey communities. These improvements, focused on modernizing neighborhood power lines, poles, and smart technologies, are part of the much broader $28 billion Energize365 initiative rolling out through 2029. While these upgrades may not make headlines on their own, they reflect FirstEnergy’s steady push to build a smarter and more resilient energy network. This is a trend...

MACOM Technology Solutions Holdings (MTSI) has climbed further into the spotlight after Artisan Small Cap Fund called out the company as a top performer in its latest quarterly letter. The fund highlighted MACOM’s push to accelerate growth and boost margins with a sharper focus on compound semiconductors. Investors paying attention will notice how the commentary points to important tailwinds, including robust demand in defense, data center, and telecom. In addition, MACOM’s manufacturing base...

If you have been watching Mercury Systems (MRCY) lately, the recent announcement of a new production agreement with AeroVironment for the US Space Force’s SCAR program is likely catching your eye. Mercury is now tapped to support two additional BADGER communication systems, expanding its role in this multi-year defense project. Pair this with improving full-year earnings figures, with sales up 6% and net losses much narrower, and it is easy to see why investors are paying attention. The past...

If you are watching Scholar Rock Holding (SRRK), this week’s news probably caught your eye. Shares surged 14% right after the company published positive Phase 3 SAPPHIRE trial results for its SMA therapy, apitegromab, in The Lancet Neurology. The data shows real motor function improvements in children and adults with spinal muscular atrophy, which is a significant development for families and clinicians seeking new options. Just as important, the FDA has now accepted the company’s Biologics...

LKQ (NasdaqGS:LKQ) recently announced a significant leadership change, appointing John Mendel as its new Chairman of the Board following Guhan Subramanian’s decision to step down and set his retirement date for early next year. Mendel brings extensive experience from his roles at American Honda and Ford, which represents a notable shift in leadership for the parts distributor. The board describes this move as an effort to enhance strategy execution, reconsider the business mix, and promote...

If you’ve been following Insulet (PODD) lately, you’ll know there’s plenty of buzz around the stock. The surge in Insulet’s share price has been driven by three impactful events: its Omnipod 5 system secured FDA clearance for type 2 diabetes, the company launched this system in new international markets, and it also introduced Omnipod Discover, a digital platform aimed at further improving patient engagement. For those wondering why Insulet keeps hitting new highs, these moves demonstrate how...

If you have been watching Trex Company (TREX), this week’s news might give you pause or fresh conviction. The company just expanded its partnership with International Wood Products, a move that puts Trex decking and railing front and center at a new Salt Lake City facility and across all of IWP’s regional hubs. For investors, this signals a concrete push into growth regions, with Utah and the broader Intermountain West now in sharper focus. These are areas where the housing market could offer...

Halliburton (HAL) has just wrapped up a busy few weeks. Second-quarter earnings landed right on target, but with declines in several core segments due to softer North American activity. At the same time, the company secured a five-year contract with ConocoPhillips to deliver well stimulation services in the North Sea, highlighting Halliburton’s focus on integrated offshore solutions and digital technology upgrades. The combination of recent results and strategic wins is prompting investors to...

If you have been following Virtu Financial (VIRT) lately, recent analyst upgrades and brighter earnings estimates may have caught your eye. This week, multiple research firms boosted their outlook on Virtu, underscoring the stock’s strong value scores and its new top-rated buy designation. For investors weighing their next move, these upward shifts are often early signals that Wall Street’s view of future profitability is changing. Sometimes, these changes in sentiment appear well before...

Crown Castle (CCI) just delivered its second quarter results, and the headline is hard to miss: earnings topped expectations, and management raised its outlook for the rest of 2025. That means upward revisions for key metrics such as adjusted funds from operations, site rental revenue, and EBITDA. However, year-over-year comparisons are still coming in lower. For investors watching this space, these moves suggest that the company’s execution is gaining more confidence from its own leadership,...

Onto Innovation recently participated in the 6th Annual Needham Virtual Semiconductor & SemiCap 1x1 Conference and the Oppenheimer 28th Annual Technology, Internet & Communications Conference, showcasing its latest developments and strategic direction. These events came shortly after the announcement that Onto Innovation is acquiring Semilab International’s materials analysis unit, a move expected to significantly enhance its revenue and margin profile by the second half of 2025. We'll...

Pentair (PNYSE:PNR) just delivered a quarterly update that is likely to turn the heads of investors on the fence about the stock. The company’s second quarter results easily topped both Wall Street estimates and management’s own targets, with adjusted earnings per share climbing 14% from last year. Pentair didn’t stop there; management promptly raised both full-year earnings and sales growth projections, while continuing a nearly half-century streak of annual dividend hikes with a fresh 9%...

If you are a shareholder in Kingsoft Cloud Holdings (NasdaqGS:KC) or simply watching from the sidelines, the latest Q2 2025 update may give you pause and perhaps a reason to dig deeper. The company just announced a 24% jump in revenue, propelled largely by a surge in its AI business and expanding partnerships. Management appears optimistic too, forecasting even greater growth for the second half of the year, thanks in part to deeper integration of AI across healthcare, finance, and public...

If you are holding shares of American International Group (AIG) or thinking about getting in, the past month’s move likely has your attention. Several analysts have upgraded their earnings forecasts for AIG’s fiscal 2025, which has fueled upbeat sentiment and helped drive the price higher. Activity like this, combined with insider stock purchases, suggests investors see momentum building behind the insurance giant’s fundamentals. Looking at the bigger picture, AIG’s stock is up 14% so far...

IQVIA Holdings partners with Kexing Biopharm: What does it mean for investors? IQVIA Holdings (NYSE:IQV) has announced a new partnership with Kexing Biopharm to accelerate the global development and commercialization of innovative drugs and biosimilars. The agreement leverages IQVIA’s strengths in clinical trial design, regulatory strategy, and operational scale, with the goal of expanding access to regulated markets in Europe and other regions. For those following the healthcare services...

If you’re following Apple Hospitality REIT (APLE), you probably noticed the flurry of activity surrounding the stock this month. Executive Chairman Glade Knight just picked up 5,000 shares, and with the company recently reaffirming its consistent monthly dividend, there is renewed attention on APLE’s efforts to reward and reassure shareholders. Mixed financial results and shifting economic conditions may have some investors on edge, but management is clearly signaling confidence through...

Viking Holdings (NYSE:VIK) just posted quarterly earnings that might prompt investors to take another look. The company’s second quarter results stand out for two big reasons: a sharp jump in both revenue and net income compared to last year, plus a swing from a six-month net loss to a profit. Along with the improved bottom line, Viking is making moves to expand its business by announcing the addition of a new river ship in Egypt and unveiling plans for a much larger fleet in the coming...

HEICO (HEI) is stepping into the spotlight this week, as the company gears up to report its third-quarter results on August 25. There is an air of anticipation among investors, with the market keen to see if the company’s strong sales and profit growth forecasts translate into actual numbers. What is fueling this buzz is not only talk of solid revenue gains for HEICO overall, but also recent upward revisions to earnings-per-share estimates and ongoing enthusiasm about the Flight Support...

Earlier in August 2025, Rocket Companies announced that President Bill Emerson will retire at year-end, while also advancing its acquisition of Mr. Cooper and undertaking related debt restructuring initiatives. The leadership transition comes as Rocket pursues significant expansion through mergers, with operational flexibility from its debt restructuring aimed at capturing future cost and revenue synergies. We’ll examine how the Mr. Cooper acquisition and related integration shape Rocket...

The latest surge in Franklin Resources (BEN) has likely grabbed the attention of investors watching for shifts in the financial sector. The catalyst behind this move was Fed Chair Jerome Powell’s unexpectedly dovish speech at the Jackson Hole symposium, where he acknowledged the possibility of upcoming interest rate cuts. While Franklin Resources itself did not announce any transformative company news, Powell’s remarks kickstarted a broad relief rally in financial stocks, including BEN. This...

Trimble (TRMB) just announced significant news: the Colorado Department of Transportation will adopt its Unity software suite to streamline the management of roads, bridges, and a broad range of other infrastructure assets. Up to 1,200 CDOT employees may soon be using Trimble’s platform, with partner Woolpert supporting implementation and training. For investors, the multi-year contract highlights momentum in the public sector and reinforces Trimble’s reputation for providing operational...

If you’ve been watching C3.ai (AI) lately, this might feel like one of those pivotal moments when investors have to decide whether to double down or step back. The company just revealed quarterly revenue that fell short of expectations and, in a more personal twist, announced that CEO Thomas Siebel will step aside due to serious health issues. These surprises have shaken investor confidence and fueled both a steep stock drop and the filing of a class action lawsuit over how the company...