U.S. Hospitality Stock News

MetLife, Inc. recently declared a first-quarter 2026 common stock dividend of US$0.5675 per share, payable on March 10, 2026, to shareholders of record as of February 3, 2026, while also continuing significant share repurchases totaling about US$2.85 billion for 2025. These moves, alongside expectations for double-digit earnings growth and expanding pension risk transfer activity, highlight how MetLife is pairing capital returns with operating momentum. We’ll now examine how the sustained...

Crown Holdings, Inc. announced that it released its fourth-quarter 2025 results on February 4, 2026, followed by a public conference call and webcast the next day to discuss performance and outlook. At the same time, Morgan Stanley reiterated its Overweight rating on Crown while downgrading key rival Ball Corporation, spotlighting Crown’s relatively stronger potential for future earnings upgrades and shareholder returns compared with its peer. We’ll now examine how Morgan Stanley’s...

Levi Strauss’ Spanish subsidiary has already expanded into Colombia, generating €31.0 million in its first year and reporting €90.16 million in consolidated turnover for fiscal 2024, while adopting a distributor model that involves more operational control and risk than its traditional commission agent approach. This move signals a deeper operational commitment to Latin America, potentially reshaping how Levi Strauss balances growth opportunities and risk management across its international...

In early January 2026, LivaNova attracted a wave of favorable analyst attention, with multiple firms reiterating positive ratings and raising their outlook on the company’s cardiopulmonary and neuromodulation device portfolio. Analysts’ growing confidence in LivaNova’s market position and financial profile underscores how the company’s focus on advanced therapies is influencing broader sentiment in the medical technology space. Next, we’ll explore how this recent upswing in analyst optimism...

Jones Lang LaSalle has implemented a planned leadership transition in its Americas Leasing Advisory business, appointing Michael Colacino as CEO and moving long-time executive John Gates to Executive Chairman as of January 15, 2026, while also elevating Grace Hicks to lead JLL’s Exeter office in the UK. This reshuffle brings a leader with deep technology and proptech credentials into a key revenue-focused role, while retaining Gates’ client relationships and market knowledge, potentially...

Why Dana (DAN) is on investors’ radar today Dana (DAN) has drawn fresh attention as investors reassess the stock in light of its recent share performance and current valuation metrics, prompting closer scrutiny of its fundamentals and risk profile. See our latest analysis for Dana. At a share price of $26.69, Dana has shown strong short term momentum with a 30 day share price return of 17.37% and a 90 day share price return of 46.01%. The 1 year total shareholder return of 138.69% points to a...

If you are trying to figure out whether Guardant Health is attractively priced right now, you will want to look past the headlines and focus on what the valuation actually implies for you as a shareholder. The stock recently closed at US$110.17, with returns of 8.3% over the last 7 days, 8.7% over the last 30 days, 8.3% year to date, 200.1% over 1 year and 262.0% over 3 years, while the 5 year return sits at a 30.8% decline. Recent attention on Guardant Health has centered on its position in...

Valley National Bancorp has already released its fourth quarter 2025 results and held a January 29, 2026 conference call, where CEO Ira Robbins discussed the earnings alongside investor materials posted on the company’s website. Recent commentary highlighting improving profitability and momentum from new leadership, combined with Valley’s ongoing community investments in education, adds context to how management is positioning the bank’s operations and reputation. With management emphasizing...

Insider buying by Saba Capital puts ASA Gold and Precious Metals in focus Saba Capital Management, a 10% owner of ASA Gold and Precious Metals (ASA), has recently added to its position through several early January share purchases. This activity may catch investors’ attention. See our latest analysis for ASA Gold and Precious Metals. The insider buying arrives alongside robust recent share price momentum, with a 26.27% 90 day share price return and a very large 1 year total shareholder...

Why Group 1 Automotive (GPI) is back on investor radar Group 1 Automotive (GPI) has drawn fresh attention after its Board approved a new $500 million share repurchase plan, declared a $0.50 quarterly dividend, and highlighted that roughly 8% of common shares were repurchased this year. See our latest analysis for Group 1 Automotive. GPI's share price is US$402.65, with a 7 day share price return of 2.57% and a 30 day share price return of 2.68% decline, while its 3 year total shareholder...

If you are wondering whether STAG Industrial is fairly priced or offering value right now, you are not alone. This article is designed to help you assess that. The share price last closed at US$37.89, with returns of 2.6% over the past week, a 0.7% decline over the last 30 days, 2.6% year to date, 21.9% over 1 year and 52.0% over 5 years. Recent attention on industrial real estate and income focused stocks has kept STAG Industrial on many watchlists, as investors weigh the trade off between...

If you are wondering whether J&J Snack Foods shares offer good value right now, the first step is understanding how the current price lines up with what the business might be worth. The stock last closed at US$94.85, with a 7 day return of 4.8%, a 30 day return of 0.9%, a year to date return of 4.8%, and a 1 year return of a 31.1% decline, which can change how investors think about both risk and potential opportunity. Recent coverage of J&J Snack Foods has focused on its position in the...

In recent days, Microvast Holdings confirmed that interim finance chief Rodney Worthen has been promoted to permanent chief financial officer, while Eric N. Garcia has been appointed chief accounting officer, each receiving higher compensation and long-term incentives. This refresh of Microvast’s senior finance team could influence how effectively the company manages reporting quality, capital allocation, and execution of its long-term plans. We’ll now examine how solidifying Rodney...

Analyst commentary around First Hawaiian (FHB) has focused on its recent pattern of beating earnings estimates, and many are watching the upcoming report closely given the current optimism and renewed investor attention. See our latest analysis for First Hawaiian. Recent interest around First Hawaiian’s upcoming results has come alongside steady share price momentum, with a 90 day share price return of 11.38% and a 1 year total shareholder return of 13.30% suggesting gradually building rather...

In recent commentary, SIGA Technologies has been highlighted as a niche biodefense pharmaceutical company with a highly profitable TPOXX antiviral franchise, a strong balance sheet, and contracts primarily with government agencies for smallpox treatment. An interesting angle is how SIGA’s combination of substantial free cash flow, minimal debt, and focus on a single government-backed product is shaping its appeal as a perceived deep-value biodefense play. Next, we’ll examine how SIGA’s...

H2O America (HTO) recently rebranded from SJW Group in May 2025, shifting investor attention to its water utility footprint across California, Connecticut, Maine, and Texas, as well as the financial profile behind that change. See our latest analysis for H2O America. The rebrand lands at a time when the share price is US$51.59, with a 30 day share price return of 6.46% and a 1 year total shareholder return of 17.32%. However, the 3 and 5 year total shareholder returns remain negative,...

Why Needham’s call on V.F (VFC) is drawing attention Needham & Company’s decision to add V.F (VFC) to its Conviction List, backed by strong holiday results at The North Face and Timberland and early progress at Vans, has sharpened investor focus on the stock. See our latest analysis for V.F. That call from Needham lands after a sharp shift in sentiment, with a 49.44% 90 day share price return and a 9.36% year to date share price return, even though the 1 year total shareholder return is still...

Newegg Commerce recently participated in CES 2026, where it showcased curated PC hardware, gaming setups and consumer technology experiences developed with industry partners, giving attendees hands-on exposure to real-world performance. This presence underscored Newegg’s effort to deepen its role in gaming and PC culture by extending engagement beyond online retail through initiatives like the Newegg Gamer Zone and Newegg Gamer Community. We’ll now examine how this CES focus on immersive...

ReNew Energy Global’s previously proposed take-private deal fell through after Masdar unexpectedly withdrew from the investor consortium, halting an agreement that had been close to completion. The abrupt withdrawal without a stated reason has shifted attention back to ReNew’s standalone prospects, capital structure flexibility, and alternative financing or ownership options. We’ll now explore how the canceled Masdar-led take-private proposal affects ReNew Energy Global’s investment...

In recent days, American Eagle Outfitters drew fresh attention as multiple banks updated their research views and company insiders both sold and bought shares, reflecting active engagement with the retailer’s outlook. The mix of differing analyst opinions and contrasting insider transactions offers investors a rare real-time glimpse into how professionals and insiders are assessing American Eagle Outfitters’ current position. Next, we’ll examine how this renewed analyst focus on American...

In late 2025, California Resources Corporation and the Los Angeles Rams marked the first year of their “Football Without the Footprint” partnership, using MiQ-certified low-carbon crude oil, natural gas certificates, and local carbon offsets to reduce and offset the team’s travel and facility emissions. This collaboration positions California Resources as an early mover in pairing traditional energy production with verifiable decarbonization services that deliver local environmental...

Polestar Automotive Holding UK PLC recently reported that fourth-quarter 2025 retail sales rose to 15,608 cars, with full-year 2025 sales reaching 60,119 vehicles, both higher than a year earlier. This acceleration in retail volumes, driven partly by shifting production toward Europe to manage U.S. tariffs, highlights how operational adjustments can influence Polestar’s growth profile. We’ll now examine how this strong European-led sales performance updates Polestar’s investment narrative...

If you are wondering whether Cogent Communications Holdings is attractively priced right now, it helps to look past the headline share price and focus on what different valuation methods are saying about the business. The stock last closed at US$22.94, with an 11.3% return over the past 7 days, a 3.7% decline over 30 days, an 11.3% gain year to date, and a 65.9% loss over the past year. This sits alongside a 57.9% 3 year decline and a 48.8% 5 year decline. These moves have played out against...

Linde (LIN) is back on investors’ radar as the market counts down to its fourth quarter 2025 earnings release on February 5, with Europe-focused demand and pricing under particular scrutiny. See our latest analysis for Linde. Linde’s share price has recently picked up, with a 1-day share price return of 1.0% and a 30-day share price return of 13.09%. Its 1-year total shareholder return of 8.67% points to steadier long term compounding and suggests momentum is building into the upcoming...