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Precigen (PGEN) is back in focus after the FDA granted orphan drug exclusivity to PAPZIMEOS for adult recurrent respiratory papillomatosis, limiting similar competing therapies for seven years and defining a clearer commercial runway. See our latest analysis for Precigen. The FDA decision comes after a period of strong momentum for Precigen, with the share price delivering a 46.95% 3 month share price return and a very large 1 year total shareholder return. However, the 5 year total...

The Federal Reserve’s signal that it may slow interest rate hikes, along with moderating inflation and softer Treasury yields, is reshaping how investors think about growth stocks. When borrowing costs and inflation pressures shift, expectations for future earnings and valuations can also change. Some companies with solid market value and healthier balance sheets may look better placed than others if financing conditions become less restrictive. This article walks through three growth focused...

A surge in out-of-the-money put options on Core Scientific (CORZ) after its recent earnings release has drawn fresh attention, as traders respond to positive EBITDA and cash flow despite a reported GAAP net income loss. See our latest analysis for Core Scientific. Core Scientific’s recent options activity sits against a strong share price backdrop, with a 30 day share price return of 17.49% and a 90 day share price return of 84.44%. The 1 year total shareholder return of 145.87% points to...

PJT Partners recently reported record 2025 revenues and global growth, alongside strong year-over-year gains in quarterly revenue and net profit, while shareholders approved all 2026 proposals including director elections and auditor ratification. An interesting angle for investors is the combination of robust institutional ownership with improving profitability, even as operating efficiency remains relatively weak. Next, we’ll examine how this blend of record revenues and global expansion...

Cooling core inflation at 3.3% and a softer 1.6% GDP print are giving investors a mixed signal, while headline inflation at 3.8% and higher gasoline prices keep pressure on the energy sector. With some traders now expecting the Fed to hold rates longer and even consider a hike in early 2025, pricing power, balance sheet strength, and exposure to consumer spending all matter more. This article discusses three U.S. energy sector stocks from our screener that appear particularly exposed to these...

Recent reports show that Clearway Energy’s institutional ownership has fallen quarter over quarter while its financial health score now ranks 11th out of 66 Electric Utilities & IPPs peers, supported by strong year-over-year growth in quarterly revenue and net profit. At the same time, Clearway trades on a very large price-to-earnings multiple with limited disclosed valuation metrics, highlighting a disconnect between its strong operational profile and the opacity of some aspects of its...

Tesla (TSLA) is back in focus after raising its full year capital spending plans related to AI projects and robotaxis, while regulators in Europe and the U.S. scrutinize its Full Self Driving safety data and speed limit features. See our latest analysis for Tesla. Tesla’s 1 day share price return of 1.04% sits against a weaker 30 day share price return, down 4.15%, while a 24.31% 1 year total shareholder return points to longer term momentum despite recent regulatory headlines and higher AI...

Smith & Wesson Brands, Inc. has reported past fourth-quarter 2026 sales of US$178.39 million and net income of US$16.22 million, alongside full-year sales of US$523.85 million and net income of US$18.48 million, and announced a quarterly dividend of US$0.13 per share payable on July 15, 2026. The combination of higher year-over-year quarterly and annual earnings per share from continuing operations and the continued cash return via dividends highlights management’s focus on both...

In the past few days, Acushnet Holdings reported quarterly results showing revenue growth and a larger increase in net profit, alongside strong price momentum and supportive technical indicators. Despite slightly weaker institutional ownership and a relatively high earnings multiple, the company’s combination of improving earnings and top-ranked momentum appears to be reinforcing investor confidence in its underlying golf-focused business. Now we’ll explore how this combination of stronger...

Global trade is becoming more fragmented, with higher tariffs, protectionist policies and fresh risks to cross border digital commerce. That mix can create headwinds for companies built on long supply chains, while potentially giving an edge to businesses that earn most of their revenue closer to home. This article looks at how the latest World Trade Organization developments and geopolitical tensions might affect a group of stocks exposed to these shifts in trade, and highlights 3...

Global markets are being pulled in different directions by inflation headlines, shifting central bank signals, and energy and trade data, so it is no surprise that many investors are focusing on companies where analysts still see solid earnings growth potential and reasonably sound balance sheets. The Healthy high growth potential screener filters for exactly that, highlighting stocks that analysts expect to grow earnings over the next 3 years while meeting basic financial strength checks. In...

In its latest update, W.W. Grainger reported a strong first quarter, raising its 2026 net sales and earnings guidance and lifting its quarterly dividend by 10%, underscoring progress in its business transformation and digital expansion across High-Touch Solutions and Endless Assortment segments. The company’s emphasis on enhanced e-commerce capabilities, supply chain investments, and improving performance in Canada highlights how its operational upgrades are reshaping the quality and...

US regional bank stocks are back in focus after April’s Core PCE inflation reading of 3.3% and headline PCE at 3.8% put fresh attention on the Federal Reserve’s higher for longer rate stance. With policy rates now projected to stay tight into 2027 and 2028, investors are rethinking which stocks can handle extended borrowing costs and compressed equity valuations. This article looks at how that backdrop links to our US Regional Banks screener. It also walks through 3 individual stocks from the...

Madison Square Garden Entertainment (MSGE) is back in focus after multiple proposed class action lawsuits accused the company of failing to protect sensitive visitor data, including biometric facial recognition information tied to millions of venue guests. See our latest analysis for Madison Square Garden Entertainment. Despite the legal overhang, Madison Square Garden Entertainment’s recent share price return has been firm, with a 30-day share price return of 5.85% and a 90-day share price...

In mid-June 2026, Raymond James reinstated coverage on First Industrial Realty Trust with a Strong Buy rating, highlighting the REIT’s favorable mark-to-market position and upcoming leasing opportunities in the recovering industrial property market. The brokerage’s positive view on the broader industrial REIT sector, underpinned by demand related to onshoring and advanced manufacturing, frames First Industrial as a potential beneficiary of shifting supply chain and e-commerce needs. Next,...

Franklin Electric recently reported past quarterly results showing revenue up 9.93% year-over-year and net profit up 10.91%, with a financial health score of 7.04 and average operating efficiency versus peers. At the same time, bullish technical indicators pointing to a buy signal and strong price momentum highlight how current trading trends are aligning with the company’s healthier fundamentals. Now we’ll examine how this combination of solid quarterly revenue and profit growth may...

Enact Holdings (ACT) just delivered quarterly revenue ahead of expectations, yet the stock moved lower after the earnings release, underscoring how mixed signals in the report shaped investor reaction. See our latest analysis for Enact Holdings. At a share price of $42.39, Enact Holdings has seen short term share price momentum soften over the past month, even as the 1 year total shareholder return of 19.41% and 3 year total shareholder return of 87.26% point to a longer track record that...

First Interstate BancSystem (FIBK) is in focus after first quarter earnings per share of $0.61 topped analyst expectations, alongside a leadership change in which the Executive Vice President and COO was terminated and CEO James Reuter temporarily assumed COO duties. See our latest analysis for First Interstate BancSystem. The latest results and leadership changes at First Interstate BancSystem come as the stock trades at $36.43, with a 90 day share price return of 12.16% and a 1 year total...

Black Hills Corp. recently reported continued progress on its proposed 1.8‑gigawatt data center project in Cheyenne, Wyoming, including equipment procurement, over US$200,000,000 in refundable customer construction contributions, and regulatory filings to support new substation infrastructure. An interesting aspect is that the prospective large-load customer is directly funding long lead-time generation milestones and substation development, signaling strong commitment to this long-horizon...

Cellebrite DI (NasdaqGS:CLBT) is drawing fresh attention after announcing general availability of Cellebrite Genesis, an AI-driven digital evidence tool that early law enforcement users report is reshaping how complex investigations are handled. See our latest analysis for Cellebrite DI. The Cellebrite DI share price has pulled back in recent months, with a 90 day share price return of 10.09% and a year to date share price return of 28.08% in the red. However, the 3 year total shareholder...

ONE Gas (OGS) stock has drawn attention after a recent shift in its short term performance, with the share price down about 7% over the past month and roughly 8% over the past 3 months. See our latest analysis for ONE Gas. Stepping back, ONE Gas’s recent share price weakness contrasts with its longer record of positive total shareholder returns. This suggests the latest pullback may reflect a shift in short term sentiment rather than a clear change in the company’s underlying trajectory. If...

eBay rejected a reported $56b unsolicited takeover offer from GameStop led by Ryan Cohen. Shareholders recently voted to keep a high threshold for calling special meetings, limiting activist tools. Cohen has publicly criticized eBay's board and is weighing next steps, including a possible hostile tender offer. eBay, NasdaqGS:EBAY, is back in the spotlight after turning down a multibillion dollar approach from GameStop and its chair Ryan Cohen. The stock closed at $108.24, with shares up...

If you are wondering whether Royal Gold at around US$214.82 really offers value today, the first step is understanding what the current share price is and is not telling you. The stock is up 3.5% over the last week, even though it is down 3.4% over the last 30 days and down 2.8% year to date, while the 1 year and 3 year returns of 20.8% and 95.0% put its recent performance in a very different light. Recent coverage has focused on how Royal Gold fits into the broader materials and mining...

CME Group (NasdaqGS:CME) has filed a lawsuit against the Commodity Futures Trading Commission over the regulator's approval of crypto perpetual futures. The case centers on how these perpetual futures are classified under Dodd-Frank and raises concerns about regulatory arbitrage and benchmark licensing. This dispute marks a rare public clash between CME Group and its primary U.S. derivatives regulator. CME Group, the operator of major futures and options exchanges, sits at the center of...