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NasdaqGS:CIFR
NasdaqGS:CIFRSoftware

Will Adding Real Estate Veteran to Board Shape Cipher Mining's (CIFR) AI Infrastructure Pivot Narrative?

Earlier this week, Cipher Mining Inc. added real estate investment specialist Thomas Duda to its Board of Directors, aiming to support its pivot toward large-scale data center development for bitcoin mining and high-performance computing hosting. Duda’s two decades of experience in commercial real estate and infrastructure investing underscore how critical property selection, leasing, and long-term asset management are becoming to Cipher’s evolving business model. We’ll now examine how...
NYSE:BXMT
NYSE:BXMTMortgage REITs

Return To Profit, Buybacks And New CFO Might Change The Case For Investing In BXMT

On February 11, 2026, Blackstone Mortgage Trust, Inc. reported fourth-quarter and full-year 2025 results showing a move back to net profitability, confirmed a largely performing loan book, completed a US$138.61 million share repurchase program, and appointed Deputy CFO Marcin Urbaszek as Chief Financial Officer, Treasurer and Assistant Secretary following Anthony Marone’s resignation from those roles. Together, the restored earnings, portfolio clean-up and orderly finance leadership...
NasdaqGS:BBIO
NasdaqGS:BBIOBiotechs

Has BridgeBio Pharma (BBIO) Run Too Far After 112% One Year Share Price Surge?

If you are wondering whether BridgeBio Pharma's share price still reflects good value or has run too far, it helps to step back and look at what the current valuation is really telling you. The stock last closed at US$75.25, with a 3.8% gain over the past week, a 1.3% decline over the past month, a 3.8% decline year to date, and a 112% return over the last year, plus a very large return over three years that is more than 7x. These sharp moves have been accompanied by regular clinical and...
NYSE:ED
NYSE:EDIntegrated Utilities

A Look At Consolidated Edison’s Valuation As Dividend Increases Sustain Its Income Appeal

Consolidated Edison (ED) is back in focus after announcing another quarterly dividend increase and reaffirming its target payout ratio, a move that keeps the utility firmly on the radar of income focused investors. See our latest analysis for Consolidated Edison. The dividend news comes on top of a clear upswing in market sentiment, with a 30 day share price return of 9.55% and a 1 year total shareholder return of 22.85%. This suggests momentum has been building rather than fading. If this...
NasdaqGS:APP
NasdaqGS:APPSoftware

AppLovin Refocuses On AI Ad Platform As Gaming Exit Reshapes Outlook

AppLovin (NasdaqGS:APP) is exiting its mobile gaming business to focus fully on its advertising technology platform. The company is repositioning its AI powered ad stack to serve new sectors, including e commerce, fintech, and automotive. This shift marks a move away from operating games and toward being a pure advertising technology provider. For investors watching NasdaqGS:APP, this pivot comes after a very large 3 year return and a current share price of $390.55. More recently, the stock...
NYSE:LU
NYSE:LUConsumer Finance

Lufax Holding (NYSE:LU) TTM Loss Of C¥3.9b Reinforces Bearish Profitability Concerns

Lufax Holding (NYSE:LU) has just posted its FY 2024 numbers, with third quarter revenue of C¥5,543.4 million and a basic EPS loss of C¥1.12 as the group continues to work through a period of negative earnings. The company has seen revenue move from C¥9,270.3 million and EPS of C¥1.68 in the second quarter of 2023 to C¥5,543.4 million and EPS of C¥1.12 loss in the third quarter of 2024, while trailing twelve month EPS has swung from a profit of C¥1.55 to a loss of C¥5.54. For investors, the...
NasdaqGS:SFM
NasdaqGS:SFMConsumer Retailing

Does Rising Short Interest Versus Institutional Buying in Sprouts (SFM) Reveal a Deeper Sentiment Divide?

In recent days, Sprouts Farmers Market has drawn attention as institutional investors increased their stakes, analysts reinforced a positive operational view, and short interest climbed, all ahead of the company’s February 2026 earnings release. Together, these moves highlight a tension between confidence in Sprouts’ strong health-focused grocery model and the elevated bearish positioning visible in its short interest. We’ll now examine how rising institutional ownership and optimism ahead...
NasdaqGS:HON
NasdaqGS:HONIndustrials

Should Honeywell’s (HON) Aerospace Spin-Off and Dividend Plan Require Action From Investors?

Honeywell International Inc. recently declared a quarterly dividend of US$1.19 per share, payable on March 13, 2026 to shareholders of record on February 27, 2026, and outlined plans to spin off its Aerospace division following Q4 2025 results that exceeded earnings and revenue expectations. The combination of a continued cash return through dividends, an accelerated Aerospace separation, and higher 2026 earnings guidance signals a major reshaping of Honeywell’s business mix around...
NYSE:ZTO
NYSE:ZTOLogistics

What ZTO Express (Cayman) (ZTO)'s 2025 Margin Outlook and New Convertible Bonds Mean For Shareholders

In early February 2026, ZTO Express (Cayman) Inc. issued full-year 2025 guidance, projecting total revenues of RMB48,500.0 million to RMB50,000.0 million and gross profit of RMB12,150.0 million to RMB12,550.0 million, while also completing a US$1.50 billion 0.925% senior unsecured convertible bond offering due March 1, 2031. This combination of higher revenue expectations driven by parcel volume growth alongside lower forecast gross profit highlights emerging margin pressure just as ZTO adds...
NasdaqGS:IBKR
NasdaqGS:IBKRCapital Markets

Interactive Brokers RRIF Launch Tests Valuation And Retirement Growth Story

Interactive Brokers Canada has introduced Registered Retirement Income Funds (RRIF) for Canadian clients. The new RRIF accounts allow direct conversion from existing RRSPs and integration with other registered accounts on the same platform. This launch broadens retirement income options for Canadians who want more control over their withdrawals and investments. Interactive Brokers Group, NasdaqGS:IBKR, is adding RRIFs at a time when its shares trade around $74.75, with a 1 year return of...
NYSEAM:BMNR
NYSEAM:BMNRSoftware

Is Bitmine Immersion Technologies (BMNR) Pricing Make Sense After Big One Year Share Price Surge?

If you are wondering whether Bitmine Immersion Technologies is priced attractively right now, this article walks through what the numbers are really saying about the stock. The share price recently closed at US$20.96, with returns of 5.1% over 7 days, a 32.7% decline over 30 days, a 32.8% decline year to date, a 217.7% return over 1 year, 5.4% over 3 years and a 92.5% loss over 5 years. This mix of results may signal changing expectations and risk views over different time frames. Recent...
NasdaqCM:OVLY
NasdaqCM:OVLYBanks

Undervalued Small Caps With Insider Action In February 2026

As February 2026 begins, the U.S. stock market has shown a strong start with major indices like the Dow Jones Industrial Average and S&P 500 posting significant gains, buoyed by positive economic developments such as a new trade deal with India and an uptick in manufacturing activity. In this environment of optimism and strategic shifts, small-cap stocks present intriguing opportunities for investors looking to capitalize on potential growth areas, particularly when insider actions suggest...
NasdaqGS:FBNC
NasdaqGS:FBNCBanks

February 2026's Stock Selections That Might Be Trading Below Their Estimated Value

As February 2026 begins, the U.S. stock market is experiencing a strong start with major indices like the Dow Jones and S&P 500 posting significant gains, reflecting renewed investor optimism amid economic developments such as trade agreements and manufacturing growth. In this environment of rising indices, identifying stocks that might be trading below their estimated value can offer potential opportunities for investors seeking to capitalize on market inefficiencies.
NasdaqGS:AMRX
NasdaqGS:AMRXPharmaceuticals

3 High Growth Companies With Strong Insider Ownership

As February begins, U.S. stock indexes have surged, with the Dow Jones Industrial Average gaining 515 points and the S&P 500 nearing a record high. In this buoyant market environment, investors often look towards growth companies with strong insider ownership as these firms can offer potential stability and alignment of interests between management and shareholders.
NYSE:SRG
NYSE:SRGReal Estate

Promising Penny Stocks To Consider In February 2026

As February 2026 begins, major U.S. stock indexes have shown strong performance, with the Dow Jones Industrial Average adding 515 points and the S&P 500 nearing a record close. For investors looking beyond well-known stocks, penny stocks—typically representing smaller or newer companies—remain an intriguing area of exploration. Though often seen as a relic of past market trends, these stocks can offer unique growth opportunities when backed by solid financials and resilient balance sheets.
NasdaqGM:CLMB
NasdaqGM:CLMBElectronic

Discovering US Market's Undiscovered Gems In February 2026

As the United States market kicks off February 2026 with a strong upward momentum, evidenced by significant gains in major indices like the Dow Jones Industrial Average and S&P 500, investors are keenly watching economic indicators that could impact small-cap stocks. Amidst these dynamic conditions, identifying promising opportunities often involves looking beyond headline-grabbing giants to uncover lesser-known stocks with potential for growth.
NasdaqGS:RIVN
NasdaqGS:RIVNAuto

US Stock Market Today: S&P 500 Futures Slip As Rate Cut Timing Questions Grow

The Morning Bull - US Market Morning Update Tuesday, Feb, 17 2026 US stock futures are slightly weaker this morning, with E-mini S&P 500 contracts down about 0.25% and Nasdaq futures off around 0.6%, as investors weigh softer inflation against a cooling growth pulse. The US 10 year Treasury yield is sitting near a 2 and a half month low, which reflects hopes that the Federal Reserve may cut interest rates, something that could lower mortgage and borrowing costs. At the same time, recent...