U.S. General Merchandise and Department Stores Stock News

Group 1 Automotive recently reported its third quarter 2025 earnings, with revenue rising to US$5,782.7 million from US$5,221.4 million a year earlier, but net income falling to US$13 million from US$117.3 million over the same period. This sharp divergence between increased revenue and reduced profitability highlights a shift in the company's operating environment and efficiency trends. We'll explore how Group 1 Automotive's widening gap between revenue and net income could influence the...

MSA Safety recently announced the U.S. government approval of its G1 XR 2025 Edition SCBA, which meets new NFPA 1970 performance standards, and introduced the ALTAIR io 6 Multigas Detector for the European market at the A+A International Trade Fair & Congress in Dusseldorf, Germany. These updates highlight MSA's responsiveness to evolving safety regulations and showcase its ability to bring technology-driven safety solutions to global customers across diverse industries. We'll explore how...

Brunswick Corporation recently completed the full redemption of US$185.0 million of its 6.500% Senior Notes due 2048 and partially redeemed US$15.0 million of its 6.375% Senior Notes due 2049, with a total redemption payment of US$201.7 million on December 1, 2025. This action reduces long-term debt and enhances financial flexibility, coinciding with the company’s reported strong market share gains and innovation highlights at the 2025 Fort Lauderdale International Boat Show. We'll now...

Iron Mountain (IRM) just posted its third quarter results, showing both a revenue increase and a shift back to profitability. The company also announced a 10% dividend boost and reaffirmed solid guidance for the rest of 2025. See our latest analysis for Iron Mountain. Iron Mountain’s latest 90-day share price return of 16.3% suggests momentum has shifted solidly to the upside following last year’s lackluster stretch, even though the stock’s 1-year total shareholder return is still down nearly...

Molson Coors Beverage (NYSE:TAP) caught investor attention after announcing a quarterly net loss. The results were weighed down by substantial impairment charges tied to goodwill and intangible assets. The company also lowered its earnings guidance for the year. See our latest analysis for Molson Coors Beverage. Molson Coors’ share price has rebounded over 5% in the past week after hitting new lows on news of impairment charges and trimmed earnings guidance. Momentum still looks mixed, with a...

O'Reilly Automotive (ORLY) shares ticked up around 2% today. This move comes as investors continue to weigh the company’s recent long-term performance, alongside its steady revenue and profit growth in the past year. See our latest analysis for O'Reilly Automotive. O'Reilly Automotive’s momentum over the past year is hard to ignore, with a 22.6% year-to-date share price return and an impressive 19.6% total shareholder return for the year. While the stock has dipped slightly over the past...

Canaan (NasdaqGM:CAN) has caught investor attention recently, as its share price has seen noticeable movements despite a lack of major news announcements. Curious investors are watching how market sentiment could shape the stock’s next direction. See our latest analysis for Canaan. After tumbling sharply over the past year, Canaan’s share price has lately shown bursts of volatility. An impressive 63% gain over the last 90 days suggests that either risk appetite is returning or bargain hunters...

Earlier this week, PNC Financial Services Group announced plans to open more than 300 new branches by 2030, increasing its total branch investment to approximately US$2 billion and expanding into nearly 20 U.S. markets. This expansion also includes the hiring of over 2,000 new employees and a complete renovation of PNC's existing branch network by 2029, highlighting a substantial commitment to in-person banking amid industry-wide digital shifts. We'll now explore how PNC's expanded branch...

Benchmark Electronics announced third-quarter 2025 earnings, reporting US$680.68 million in sales and double-digit sector gains, with strong performance in the Medical and Aerospace & Defense segments, while also confirming a leadership transition effective March 2026. Restructuring initiatives, facility closures, and capacity expansions, especially in precision machining, highlight Benchmark’s continued focus on operational efficiency and growth opportunities across key end-markets. We'll...

PROG Holdings, Inc. recently announced that its Board of Directors declared a quarterly cash dividend of US$0.13 per share, payable on December 2, 2025, to shareholders of record as of November 18, 2025. This dividend declaration signals the company’s ongoing commitment to returning capital to shareholders and underscores confidence in its financial stability. We’ll now consider how the affirmed dividend may influence PROG Holdings’ investment narrative, particularly in terms of shareholder...

Ulta Beauty (ULTA) is taking a big step beyond US borders this week, officially opening its first store in Kuwait on November 7. This Middle East debut is part of the company's ongoing global expansion push. See our latest analysis for Ulta Beauty. Ulta Beauty’s recent debut in Kuwait comes shortly after its US partnership with amika, putting fresh momentum behind its global and domestic growth strategies. The company’s 20.65% year-to-date share price return signals growing optimism around...

Cavco Industries recently reported strong second-quarter and six-month financial results, with significant year-over-year growth in sales and net income, and completed two previously announced share repurchase programs totaling 223,609 shares for over US$108 million. Amid these financial updates, Cavco also expanded its Board by appointing Lisa L. Daniels, a seasoned leader with extensive audit and advisory expertise, as an independent director. We'll examine how Cavco's robust earnings...

Earlier this month, First Solar reported third-quarter sales of US$1.59 billion and net income of US$455.94 million, alongside lower full-year earnings guidance due to contract terminations and supply chain issues. Despite robust U.S. manufacturing expansion and record shipment volumes, investor attention also focused on insider stock sales by the company's Chief Commercial Officer, signaling ongoing concern about near-term operational challenges. We'll examine how the combination of supply...

Brookfield Business Partners (NYSE:BBU) announced a plan to simplify its corporate structure into a single, publicly traded Canadian corporation. This announcement coincided with the release of its third-quarter earnings, which showed a net loss and lower sales year-over-year. See our latest analysis for Brookfield Business Partners. Brookfield Business Partners’ share price has been on a volatile run lately, with a sharp one-day decline of 8.3% after earnings and restructuring news. This...

Fortinet (FTNT) recently posted its third-quarter results, highlighting strong revenue growth and the unveiling of new AI-driven security tools. However, news of several class action lawsuits alleging misleading disclosures on its product upgrade cycle weighed on the stock. See our latest analysis for Fortinet. After several headline-making announcements and lawsuits, Fortinet’s share price has been anything but quiet. While strong quarterly results and new AI-focused products have...

O-I Glass (NYSE:OI) delivered a sharp turnaround in its third quarter 2025 results, moving from a net loss to net profit and raising its full-year adjusted earnings guidance. This shift highlights real progress in its ongoing restructuring. See our latest analysis for O-I Glass. After a tough start to the year, O-I Glass’s fortunes reversed sharply. Momentum soared with a 14% share price return over the past week and a solid 10.8% over the last month. Despite recent volatility, the stock’s...

In early November 2025, The Southern Company completed a US$1.75 billion Composite Units Offering, with eleven major financial institutions including Goldman Sachs, Morgan Stanley, and Citi joining as co-lead underwriters for the 35 million equity/derivative units priced at US$50 each. This substantial capital raise closely followed the release of quarterly earnings that outperformed both prior-year figures and consensus expectations, indicating sustained market interest and corporate...

Graham Holdings (GHC) just posted third quarter earnings that caught attention, thanks to double-digit increases in both revenue and net income compared to last year. Key growth drivers included the healthcare, Kaplan, and manufacturing segments. See our latest analysis for Graham Holdings. Graham Holdings’ solid third quarter capped off a year of steady momentum. The share price climbed over 21% year-to-date and the company notched a 10% total shareholder return over the past twelve months...

Sunoco (SUN) is back in focus following a recent move in its stock price. The past month has seen shares tick up by about 3%, drawing attention from investors who are curious about the company’s momentum and longer-term prospects. See our latest analysis for Sunoco. Broader market sentiment has played a part in Sunoco’s recent share price movement, but the bigger story is in its resilience. Despite some short-term turbulence in the last week, Sunoco is showing signs of building momentum, with...

SPS Commerce, Inc. reported strong third-quarter results with US$189.9 million in sales and net income of US$25.57 million, confirmed upbeat guidance for 2025, and announced a new US$100 million share repurchase program, with board authorization and progress updates provided in recent days. In addition to ongoing financial momentum, the appointment of a new Chief Commercial Officer with global experience may influence the company’s approach to growth and customer engagement going...

Xylem (XYL) grabbed attention after posting third-quarter results that exceeded expectations, with revenue growth reported across several divisions. The company also raised its full-year outlook, highlighting management’s optimism heading into year-end. See our latest analysis for Xylem. Xylem’s strong quarterly update and raised full-year outlook seem to have energized investor sentiment, with the stock’s latest share price at $151.31 and a year-to-date share price return of 30.5%. In the...

Alexander's (ALX) has caught investor attention following a renewed bump in its consensus earnings outlook. This shift comes as the company outpaces sector and industry peers despite recent dips in year-over-year quarterly results. See our latest analysis for Alexander's. This positive run comes after a steady dividend announcement and earnings results that, while down from last year, have not reduced investor optimism. Alexander’s share price has climbed 18.1% year-to-date and its total...

Kraft Heinz (KHC) announced plans for a tax-free spin-off, splitting the company into two independent public firms. This major restructuring follows recent mixed third-quarter results and softer sales volumes. See our latest analysis for Kraft Heinz. Recent months have been eventful for Kraft Heinz, from launching bold new product collaborations to unveiling a major spin-off plan. Despite these headline-grabbing moves, the share price has been trending lower, posting a year-to-date share...

Tandem Diabetes Care (TNDM) has caught the eye of investors lately, with its shares climbing 22% over the past month. As the company continues its journey in diabetes technology, recent stock movement sparks questions about what could be driving this renewed interest. See our latest analysis for Tandem Diabetes Care. While Tandem Diabetes Care's share price has surged 21.98% in a single day, momentum comes after a challenging year, with a total shareholder return over the past twelve months...