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Freeport-McMoRan: recent returns put valuation in focus Freeport-McMoRan (FCX) has drawn fresh attention after a strong run, with the stock showing a 22.2% return over the past month and 47.3% over the past 3 months. Those moves come alongside reported annual revenue of US$26.0b and net income of US$2.1b. This has prompted investors to weigh how current pricing lines up against the company’s earnings power and its balance between copper, gold and other metals. See our latest analysis for...

Blackstone (NYSE:BX) is reportedly considering a sale of Beacon Offshore Energy, a major Gulf of Mexico oil and gas operator. The potential transaction would involve Beacon's producing and development assets in a key US offshore basin. The review of options for Beacon comes as Blackstone continues to manage and reshape its broad portfolio of alternative assets. For investors watching NYSE:BX, this possible sale comes in the context of a mixed share price backdrop. Blackstone closed at...

Setting the recent move in context Universal Technical Institute (UTI) has recently drawn attention after a 3.4% gain over the past month, contrasting with a 17.1% decline in the past 3 months and modest 1 year total return. See our latest analysis for Universal Technical Institute. At a share price of US$27.19, Universal Technical Institute’s recent 30 day share price return of 3.4% follows a 90 day share price decline of 17.1%. The 5 year total shareholder return of 338.6% highlights how...

Vistra (NYSE:VST) has signed long term power purchase agreements with Meta for more than 2,600 MW of nuclear capacity across three plants. The 20 year deal is described as the largest corporate backed nuclear uprate in U.S. history. The agreements focus on supplying zero carbon power tailored to growing electricity needs from hyperscale data centers. For investors watching NYSE:VST, this move ties Vistra more closely to tech driven electricity demand and locks in long duration contracted...

If you are wondering whether PayPal Holdings is starting to look like a value opportunity or still a value trap, you are not alone. The stock most recently closed at US$55.08, with returns of a 2.6% decline over 7 days, 7.9% decline over 30 days, 5.3% decline year to date, 38.5% decline over 1 year, and 77.1% decline over 5 years. This naturally raises questions about risk and potential reward from here. Recent news has focused on PayPal's position in digital payments and how investors are...

A new government proposal would cap credit card interest rates for one year, directly affecting issuers such as Synchrony Financial (NYSE:SYF). The proposed cap targets consumer credit card APRs and is under discussion alongside the Credit Card Competition Act. If adopted, the measures could influence interest income, fee structures, and credit policies across the credit card industry. For you as an investor, this matters because Synchrony Financial is heavily focused on private label and...

F.N.B (FNB) is back in the spotlight today as the regional bank prepares to report quarterly earnings, with investors focused on whether its recent revenue momentum and steady analyst expectations hold up. See our latest analysis for F.N.B. At a share price of $17.27, F.N.B has seen a 12.8% 90 day share price return and an 11.9% 1 year total shareholder return, suggesting momentum has been building ahead of the upcoming earnings update and recent analyst coverage. If F.N.B’s setup has your...

Public Service Enterprise Group recently reported strong third-quarter results, with revenue rising very large year-over-year and adjusted earnings per share beating estimates, while also narrowing its 2025 adjusted EPS guidance toward the upper end of the range. In parallel, Wells Fargo upgraded its rating on the utility and PSEG Long Island secured a contract extension with the Long Island Power Authority through 2030, reinforcing visibility on its regulated operations and leadership...

Earlier in January 2026, Expand Energy’s CEO Nick Dell’Osso outlined the company’s position as a major U.S. natural gas producer at a Goldman Sachs energy conference, while several banks became more cautious on the gas sector due to concerns about future oversupply and softer pricing. This mix of operational ambition and growing macro caution highlights how closely Expand Energy’s outlook is tied to shifting natural gas supply-demand expectations. We’ll now examine how rising concerns about...

In recent weeks, analysts have reiterated a positive view on XPO despite softer quarter-to-date freight volumes and have highlighted upcoming leadership changes, with CEO Mario Harik set to assume the chairman role after Brad Jacobs steps down at the end of 2025. At the same time, XPO’s push to embed AI in its logistics operations and expand low-emission solutions has earned it top-tier sustainability recognition in Europe, signaling how technology and environmental priorities are becoming...

Celsius Holdings (NasdaqCM:CELH) reports 74% sales growth in 2025, marking a strong rebound after inventory challenges in 2024. The company announces the acquisition of Alani Nu, expanding its position in the energy and functional beverage space. Together, the sales recovery and Alani Nu deal reflect a new phase for Celsius in 2025. Celsius Holdings, known for its energy and fitness oriented drinks, operates in a crowded category where brand strength and shelf space are important. A 74%...

If you are wondering whether Intuitive Surgical's current share price still reflects good value, you are not alone. This is especially relevant given how closely watched this stock is in the medical devices space. The shares last closed at US$527.44, with returns of a 6.1% decline over 7 days, a 7.9% decline over 30 days, a 6.1% decline year to date, a 12.7% decline over 1 year, and gains of 104.5% over 3 years and 105.6% over 5 years. Recent market attention on Intuitive Surgical has been...

PepsiCo (PEP) is back in the spotlight after JPMorgan upgraded the stock, citing the company’s efforts to lift shareholder returns, early 2026 guidance, and recent restructuring, innovation, and cost management moves. See our latest analysis for PepsiCo. The JPMorgan upgrade comes after a mixed stretch for PepsiCo’s share price, with a 7 day share price return of 2.91% and a 90 day share price return decline of 3.51%. The 1 year total shareholder return is 3.37% and the 5 year total...

Qualys (QLYS) is back in focus after reporting annual recurring revenue growth of 10.1% and higher operating margins, a mix that has stirred questions about demand momentum and longer term customer commitments. See our latest analysis for Qualys. At a share price of $132.02, Qualys has seen a 7.5% decline in its 30 day share price return, even though the 90 day share price return is positive at 3% and the 3 year total shareholder return stands at 19.3%. This suggests momentum has cooled...

Chipotle Mexican Grill (NYSE:CMG) has appointed Ilene Eskenazi as Chief Legal and Human Resources Officer. The company is also restructuring responsibilities within the Chief Marketing Officer role. These leadership changes affect Chipotle's legal, people, and brand functions, all announced as part of a broader executive refresh. Chipotle, known for its fast casual Mexican restaurants and focus on simplified menus, operates in a highly competitive food service industry where brand identity...

Micron Technology: Recent Returns Put Valuation in Focus Micron Technology (MU) has drawn fresh attention after a strong run, with the stock showing gains over the past week, month and past 3 months, prompting investors to reassess what current pricing implies. See our latest analysis for Micron Technology. The recent momentum in Micron’s share price, with a 30 day share price return of 37.27% and a 1 year total shareholder return of 234.82%, puts the current US$365.03 level into sharper...

Robinhood Markets (NasdaqGS:HOOD) has reported rapid revenue and user growth tied to expansion into banking, credit cards, and other financial services over the past three years. The company has moved heavily into prediction markets, which have become a major contributor to its revenue base. Robinhood recently agreed to acquire crypto exchange Bitstamp, aiming to build out its global cryptocurrency trading infrastructure and regulatory footprint. For investors watching NasdaqGS:HOOD, the...

XPeng (XPEV) is in the spotlight after unveiling its AI-defined P7+ sedan in Europe, pairing in-house Turing chip architecture with its VLA 2.0 autonomous driving platform and European production for 25 planned markets. See our latest analysis for XPeng. Despite the recent P7+ headlines and AI push, XPeng’s latest 1-year total shareholder return of 33.33% contrasts with a softer 90-day share price return of a 5.84% decline, suggesting that earlier momentum has cooled for now. If you are...

Earlier this month, The Chefs' Warehouse, Inc. issued preliminary unaudited guidance for fiscal 2026, projecting net sales between US$4.35 billion and US$4.45 billion and net income of US$88.0 million to US$92.0 million. This early look at 2026 earnings gives investors a clearer view of expected scale and profitability as the company refines its premium-focused distribution model. Now we’ll examine how this 2026 net income guidance range interacts with Chefs' Warehouse’s existing investment...

Stock performance snapshot and recent context Take-Two Interactive Software (TTWO) has seen mixed recent performance, with the share price near US$240.61, a small gain over the past day but declines over the past week, month and past 3 months. See our latest analysis for Take-Two Interactive Software. Looking beyond the latest move, Take-Two’s recent share price returns over 1 day, 7 days and 3 months have softened, while its 1 year and 3 year total shareholder returns remain much stronger...

Forestar Group (FOR) opened fiscal 2026 with Q1 revenue of US$273 million and basic EPS of US$0.30, setting a measured tone after a very strong finish to 2025. The company has seen quarterly revenue move from US$250.4 million in Q1 2025 to US$551.4 million in Q4 2024 and then US$670.5 million in Q4 2025. Over the same periods, basic EPS ran from US$0.32 to US$1.61 and then US$1.71, so the latest print lands against a backdrop of high recent throughput and puts the focus firmly on how margins...

Aura Minerals Inc. recently reported preliminary operating results showing fourth-quarter production of 82,067 gold equivalent ounces and full-year 2025 output of 280,414 ounces, both higher than the prior year. This production growth indicates improving operational throughput and provides fresh data points for investors assessing the company’s ability to sustain and optimize its asset base. Next, we’ll examine how Aura Minerals’ higher gold equivalent output shapes its investment...

Richtech Robotics FY 2025 Earnings Snapshot Richtech Robotics (RR) closed FY 2025 with Q4 revenue of US$1.4 million and a basic EPS loss of US$0.02, as net income excluding extra items came in at a loss of US$3.6 million. This result sets the stage for another year of rebuilding the path toward profitability. The company reported quarterly revenue moving from US$1.3 million in Q1 2025 to US$1.4 million in Q4 2025, while basic EPS ranged between a loss of US$0.04 and a loss of US$0.02 across...

Uber Technologies (UBER) just expanded its partnership with Kroger, adding nearly 2,700 Kroger Family stores to Uber Eats, Uber, and Postmates. This move broadens Uber’s grocery delivery reach nationwide. See our latest analysis for Uber Technologies. At a share price of US$83.72, Uber has seen a 5.56% 1 month share price return but a 9.21% 3 month share price decline, while its 1 year total shareholder return of 23.59% points to longer term momentum. Recent analyst attention and the expanded...