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NYSE:LHX
NYSE:LHXAerospace & Defense

The Bull Case For L3Harris Technologies (LHX) Could Change Following A New THAAD Propulsion Contract

L3Harris Technologies recently received a nearly US$400 million contract to supply additional solid rocket boost motors and Liquid Divert and Attitude Control Systems for the Missile Defense Agency’s THAAD missile defense system, which has a 100% success rate in 17 intercept tests since production began. This award deepens L3Harris’s role in a key U.S. and allied missile defense program, adding to its long-term backlog and highlighting demand for its propulsion technology. We’ll now examine...
NasdaqGS:MQ
NasdaqGS:MQDiversified Financial

Does JPMorgan’s New Coverage of Marqeta (MQ) Reframe Its Standing in Fintech Payments?

In recent days, JPMorgan initiated and updated its research coverage on Marqeta, adding to a stream of mixed opinions from other analysts and leaving the stock with a consensus “Hold” rating across brokerage firms. This fresh attention from a major global bank increases Marqeta’s visibility and may influence how investors perceive its position within the fintech payments space. We’ll now explore how JPMorgan’s coverage and the broader analyst engagement could shape Marqeta’s existing...
NYSE:PDM
NYSE:PDMOffice REITs

Piedmont Realty Trust (PDM) Is Down 6.4% After Wider Losses Despite Flat 2025 Revenue - What's Changed

Piedmont Realty Trust recently reported its fourth-quarter and full-year 2025 results, with quarterly revenue of US$142.85 million and a quarterly net loss of US$43.25 million, while full-year revenue reached US$564.99 million alongside a full-year net loss of US$83.62 million. The results show sales and revenue holding roughly flat year over year, but losses per share from continuing operations widened for both the quarter and the full year, highlighting ongoing profitability pressure...
NasdaqGS:VSEC
NasdaqGS:VSECAerospace & Defense

Is It Too Late To Consider VSE (VSEC) After A 115% One-Year Rally?

How Has VSE's Share Price Been Moving? Before you think about whether VSE fits in your portfolio, it helps to ask a simple question: are you paying up for a story or paying a fair price for the cash flows behind the ticker? Over the short term, VSE's share price shows mixed moves, with a 1.0% return over the last 7 days and a 0.4% decline over the past month. The longer backdrop includes a 17.7% year to date return and a 115.4% return over the last year, as well as a very large gain over 5...
NYSE:VSCO
NYSE:VSCOSpecialty Retail

Is Victoria's Secret (VSCO) Still Attractive After A 93% One Year Share Price Surge?

If you are wondering whether Victoria's Secret shares still offer value after their recent run, this article will walk through what the current price could imply about the business. The stock recently closed at US$60.36, with returns of 1.9% over the last 7 days, 0.8% over the last 30 days, 13.1% year to date, and 93.2% over the past year. These figures will frame how we think about risk and potential upside. Recent news coverage has focused on the company as a stand alone lingerie and...
NYSE:PH
NYSE:PHMachinery

A Look At Parker-Hannifin (PH) Valuation After Record Q2 Earnings Beat And Raised Guidance

Parker-Hannifin (PH) is back in focus after reporting record second quarter earnings and sales that topped analyst expectations, prompting higher full year guidance tied to aerospace strength and improving industrial demand. See our latest analysis for Parker-Hannifin. The recent earnings beat and higher guidance come on top of steady momentum, with a 30 day share price return of 6.95% and a 90 day share price return of 23.06%, while the 1 year total shareholder return of 46.56% and 5 year...
NYSE:DTE
NYSE:DTEIntegrated Utilities

DTE Energy (DTE) Margin Compression Tests Long Term Earnings Resilience Narrative

DTE Energy FY 2025 Earnings Snapshot DTE Energy (DTE) has wrapped up FY 2025 with fourth quarter revenue of US$4.4 billion and basic EPS of US$1.80, setting the tone for how investors assess the full year. The company has seen quarterly revenue range from US$3.4 billion to US$4.4 billion over 2025, while basic EPS moved between US$1.10 and US$2.14. This gives a clear view of how the top line and per share earnings have tracked across the year. With a trailing net profit margin of 9.2% versus...
NYSE:BSM
NYSE:BSMOil and Gas

Is Black Stone Minerals (BSM) Offering Value After Strong Multi‑Year Price Gains

If you are looking at Black Stone Minerals and wondering whether the current price offers solid value, this article will walk you through what the numbers are really saying. The stock last closed at US$15.25, with returns of 0.7% over 7 days, 8.2% over 30 days, 12.9% year to date, 12.0% over 1 year, 34.1% over 3 years and a very large gain over 5 years of 169.4%. Recent price moves sit against a backdrop of ongoing investor interest in energy royalty and mineral rights businesses. In these...
NasdaqGS:UPWK
NasdaqGS:UPWKProfessional Services

Is Upwork (UPWK) Offering An Opportunity After Recent Share Price Slump

Wondering if Upwork at around US$12.76 is a bargain or a value trap? This article walks through what the current price might be implying about the business. The stock has seen sharp moves recently, with a 12% decline over the last week, a 35.8% decline over the last month, and a 35.7% decline year to date, while the 3 year return sits at 8% and the 5 year return at a 76.1% decline. Recent headlines have focused on Upwork as a key listed platform in the online freelance and remote work space,...
NYSE:CAG
NYSE:CAGFood

Is Conagra Brands (CAG) Offering Value After Recent Share Price Rebound?

If you are wondering whether Conagra Brands at around US$18.89 is a bargain or a value trap today, this article will help you assess what the current share price really reflects. The stock has recently shown mixed returns, with an 11.4% gain over 30 days and 9.2% year to date, set against a 15.0% decline over 1 year and a 38.7% decline over 3 years. Recent coverage has focused on how Conagra Brands fits into the packaged foods sector, including commentary on its brand portfolio and cost...
NYSE:HUM
NYSE:HUMHealthcare

Humana Expands Florida Primary Care Reach As Shares Trade Below Targets

Humana’s CenterWell has acquired MaxHealth, a primary care provider in Florida. The deal significantly broadens CenterWell’s primary care presence across the state. The acquisition supports Humana’s value based care model for Medicare and other patients. For investors watching NYSE:HUM, this move comes with the stock trading around $184.99 and showing mixed recent performance. Shares are up 2.0% over the past week but have seen declines of 32.3% over 30 days and 30.1% year to date. Over...
NYSE:COF
NYSE:COFConsumer Finance

Capital One Financial (COF) Valuation Check After Recent Share Price Pullback

What Capital One Financial (COF) investors are watching now Capital One Financial (COF) has been trading under pressure recently, with the stock down about 13% over the past month and modestly positive over the past 3 months, which has drawn fresh attention to its valuation. See our latest analysis for Capital One Financial. Despite the recent 13.6% 30 day share price decline and a 6% drop over the past week, Capital One Financial’s 1 year total shareholder return of 2.9% and very large 3...
NasdaqGS:RVMD
NasdaqGS:RVMDBiotechs

A Look At Revolution Medicines (RVMD) Valuation After Strong One Year Shareholder Returns

Recent performance snapshot Revolution Medicines (RVMD) has drawn investor interest after recent price moves, with the stock closing at $100.61 and showing mixed short term returns, including a pullback over the past month and comparatively stronger performance over the past 3 months. See our latest analysis for Revolution Medicines. Looking beyond the recent swings, Revolution Medicines has paired a sharp 42.65% 90 day share price return with a very large 1 year total shareholder return of...
NYSE:AGRO
NYSE:AGROFood

What Adecoagro (AGRO)'s Fresh Buy Ratings and Value Focus Mean For Shareholders

Earlier this week, Citigroup initiated coverage of Adecoagro S.A. with a Buy rating, highlighting supportive fundamentals and its exposure to agricultural commodity markets, while Zacks ranked the stock #1 (Strong Buy) with an A grade in Value based on its valuation metrics. Together, the fresh analyst coverage and value-oriented recognition frame Adecoagro as a company where perceived mispricing and business positioning are attracting heightened institutional attention. We’ll now examine...
NasdaqGS:RIVN
NasdaqGS:RIVNAuto

Rivian’s Profit Milestone Reframes Risks As R2 SUV And VW Deal Near

Rivian Automotive reported a positive gross profit in the fourth quarter, marking a key shift in its unit economics. The company is preparing for the launch of its R2 midsized SUV in 2026, targeting a broader mass market audience. Rivian advanced its technology joint venture with Volkswagen Group, triggering new funding phases tied to software and platform development. Rivian Automotive, NasdaqGS:RIVN, is drawing fresh attention after reaching positive gross profit in the fourth quarter, a...
NYSE:TXT
NYSE:TXTAerospace & Defense

What Textron (TXT)'s New Buyback and Level D Simulator Milestone Means For Shareholders

Textron Inc. announced in February 2026 that its Board authorized a new share repurchase program for up to 25,000,000 shares, with no expiration date, to offset dilution from stock-based compensation and for broader capital management uses. A Textron affiliate, TRU Simulation + Training, also secured FAA Level D certification for its Cessna Citation Ascend full flight simulator, underscoring the group’s push into higher-value aviation training solutions that can deepen its role across the...
NYSE:RGA
NYSE:RGAInsurance

How Stronger Earnings and a Larger Buyback Plan At Reinsurance Group of America (RGA) Has Changed Its Investment Story

In early February 2026, Reinsurance Group of America, Incorporated reported higher fourth-quarter and full-year 2025 revenue and net income, declared a regular US$0.93 per-share quarterly dividend, and outlined recent buybacks totaling US$125 million. On the same day, the company also authorized a new share repurchase program of up to US$500 million, signaling an increased focus on returning capital to shareholders alongside earnings growth. Next, we’ll examine how the stronger quarterly...
NasdaqGS:CNXC
NasdaqGS:CNXCProfessional Services

How Does Concentrix’s (CNXC) New $600 Million Bond Shape Its Long-Term Risk Reward Balance?

In February 2026, Concentrix Corporation completed a US$600 million fixed-income offering, issuing 6.5% senior unsubordinated unsecured notes due March 1, 2029, priced at 99.966% of principal and featuring callable, unsecured terms. This sizable bond deal reshapes Concentrix’s funding mix and interest obligations, adding fresh liquidity while introducing new long-term commitments for investors to assess. We’ll now examine how issuing US$600 million in senior unsecured notes could influence...
NYSE:CVI
NYSE:CVIOil and Gas

CVR Energy’s US$1b Notes Reshape Leverage And Valuation Picture

CVR Energy (NYSE:CVI) has completed a $1 billion senior notes offering. The new notes include covenants, optional redemption terms, change of control protections, and asset sale provisions. The transaction affects CVR Energy's capital structure and financial flexibility. For investors watching NYSE:CVI, this $1 billion senior notes deal sits against a mixed share price backdrop. The stock closed at $22.52 and is down 6.9% over the past week and 3.3% over the past month, while showing a...
NasdaqGS:MSFT
NasdaqGS:MSFTSoftware

Is There Now An Opportunity In Microsoft (MSFT) After Recent Share Price Pullback?

If you are wondering whether Microsoft is still worth buying at its current price, or if the market has already priced in the story, this article focuses squarely on what you are getting for every US$ you invest. The stock last closed at US$396.86, with a 4.0% decline over 7 days, a 13.7% decline over 30 days, a 16.1% decline year to date, but a 2.4% gain over 1 year, 60.4% over 3 years and 76.9% over 5 years. These figures can influence how investors think about its risk and reward...
NYSE:CW
NYSE:CWAerospace & Defense

Curtiss-Wright (CW) Valuation Check After Strong Results Guidance And New Boeing Avionics Contract

Earnings, guidance, contract win and cash returns put Curtiss-Wright (CW) in focus Curtiss-Wright (CW) is back on investors radar after publishing fourth quarter and full year 2025 results, issuing 2026 earnings guidance, detailing share repurchases, affirming its dividend, and securing a multi year avionics contract with Boeing. See our latest analysis for Curtiss-Wright. The recent earnings release, fresh 2026 guidance, Boeing avionics contract and ongoing buybacks have come alongside firm...
NYSE:NE
NYSE:NEEnergy Services

Backlog Surge And New Aker BP Deal Could Be A Game Changer For Noble (NE)

Noble Corporation’s recent updates showed that it completed multiple share repurchase programs, reported fourth-quarter 2025 revenue of US$764.41 million and net income of US$86.64 million, and confirmed a US$0.50 per-share dividend for the first quarter of 2026. At the same time, Noble lifted its total contract backlog to US$7.50 billion on the back of US$1.30 billion in new awards since October 2025, including a three-year Aker BP deal in Norway with an estimated EBITDA potential of about...
NasdaqGS:JKHY
NasdaqGS:JKHYDiversified Financial

Is Jack Henry (JKHY) Quietly Redefining Its Capital Return Playbook With This Dividend Hike And Buyback?

In early February 2026, Jack Henry & Associates reported a new core-banking client win with Blue Sky Bank, a 6% quarterly dividend increase to US$0.61 per share payable on March 25, 2026, and progress on its long-running buyback after repurchasing 406,110 shares for US$63.14 million in late 2025. Together, these updates highlight how Jack Henry continues to invest in innovation to attract clients while also returning capital through higher dividends and sustained share repurchases. Next,...
NYSE:CSTM
NYSE:CSTMMetals and Mining

Is Constellium’s 2025 Profit Surge Reshaping The Investment Case For Constellium (CSTM)?

Constellium SE recently reported its full-year 2025 results, with sales of US$8.45 billion versus US$7.34 billion a year earlier and net income rising to US$273 million from US$56 million. The sharp improvement in basic earnings per share from continuing operations, increasing from US$0.38 to US$1.95, highlights a substantial uplift in profitability and operational performance. With this earnings improvement as a backdrop, we will now examine how Constellium's stronger profitability...