U.S. Insurance Stock News

Kadant recently benefited from a sector-wide rally in industrial names after President Trump called for a proposed US$1.50 trillion defense budget for 2027, prompting investors to reassess companies connected to industrial and defense supply chains. The market’s reaction suggests that while the defense-spending proposal does not fundamentally alter Kadant’s core equipment and aftermarket businesses, it has reinforced investor attention on its exposure to broader industrial investment...

In recent days, Zoom Communications has opened nominations for its Zoom Solopreneur 50 List, while also drawing increased attention from analysts following upward revisions to earnings estimates and a Zacks Rank #1 (Strong Buy) rating based on consistent earnings and revenue outperformance. This combination of an AI-focused small-business grant initiative and improving earnings expectations highlights how Zoom is positioning itself at the intersection of artificial intelligence and...

Cabot Corporation recently signed a multi-year supply agreement with PowerCo SE, a Volkswagen Group battery subsidiary, to provide advanced conductive carbons and dispersions for lithium-ion EV battery electrodes across Europe. This partnership deepens Cabot’s role in the EV battery supply chain, highlighting its specialized materials as an enabler of higher performance next-generation electric vehicles and energy storage systems. We’ll now examine how this PowerCo SE agreement, centered on...

Recent commentary around Copart (CPRT) has focused on rising competition from IAA, backed by RB Global, and the effect on market share, growth momentum, and investor confidence in the company’s premium valuation. See our latest analysis for Copart. Copart’s share price has been choppy, with a 2.02% 1 day share price return and 5.45% 7 day share price return, but a 9.23% 90 day share price decline and 28.41% 1 year total shareholder return decline. These figures suggest momentum has been...

In recent months, Addus HomeCare has expanded through higher service volumes, Medicaid rate increases, and acquisitions including Gentiva personal care assets, Helping Hands, and Del Cielo, while continuing to invest heavily in integration and working capital. This growth push is tempered by ongoing negative free cash flow and the past proposal of about 6.4% Medicare home health payment cuts for 2026, which together highlight the company’s sensitivity to both execution costs and...

Why Northwest Bancshares is on investors’ radar today Northwest Bancshares (NWBI) is drawing attention after recent share price moves, with the stock showing mixed returns over the past week, month, and past 3 months, prompting closer scrutiny of its fundamentals. The regional bank, headquartered in Columbus, Ohio, reports revenue of $564.562 million and net income of $112.97 million, which gives investors concrete figures to compare with its current market valuation. See our latest analysis...

Fortrea Holdings (FTRE) has drawn attention after recent share price moves, with the stock last closing at $17.39. Investors are weighing this pricing against the company’s latest revenue, earnings profile and valuation signals. See our latest analysis for Fortrea Holdings. That recent 30 day share price return of 11.83% sits alongside a much stronger 90 day share price return of 79.74%. However, the 1 year total shareholder return decline of 4.4% suggests that momentum is relatively recent...

Otter Tail (OTTR) just approved a 10% increase in its quarterly dividend to US$0.5775 per share, lifting the annual indicated payout to US$2.31 and extending its 88 year dividend track record. See our latest analysis for Otter Tail. The dividend increase comes as Otter Tail’s share price trades at US$85.61, with a 90 day share price return of 14.07% and a 1 year total shareholder return of 20.54%. This suggests firm but measured momentum following a strong 5 year total shareholder return of...

Westinghouse Air Brake Technologies (WAB) just secured a $386 million follow on order from New York's MTA for additional R255 hybrid battery diesel work locomotives and spare parts, extending deliveries through 2027. See our latest analysis for Westinghouse Air Brake Technologies. The MTA contract lands at a time when Westinghouse Air Brake Technologies' share price has been setting fresh highs, with a 17.48% 90 day share price return and a 19.42% 1 year total shareholder return. This points...

The resolution of Grand Canyon University's non profit status dispute and the expanded stock repurchase authorization are now front and center for Grand Canyon Education (LOPE) investors, helping explain the recent move in the shares. See our latest analysis for Grand Canyon Education. The recent resolution of the university's non profit status and the expanded buyback authorization appear to be feeding into improving sentiment. A 7 day share price return of 6.66% and a 30 day share price...

nCino recently reported an exceptional third quarter, with revenue and next-quarter EPS guidance surpassing analyst expectations, while management emphasized ongoing progress in its AI capabilities. An interesting takeaway is that this strong execution and focus on AI leadership came even as the company’s board approved a US$100,000,000 stock repurchase program, underscoring management’s conviction in nCino’s long-term prospects. We’ll now examine how nCino’s stronger-than-expected quarter...

In recent days, UWM Holdings drew attention as President and CEO Mat Ishbia sold 1.9 million indirectly held shares through SFS Corp, while multiple research firms issued new and updated coverage emphasizing the company’s operational setup and technology initiatives. What stands out is that Ishbia’s transactions are described as part of a derivative conversion and liquidation approach rather than a reduction of his core ownership, occurring alongside fresh analyst commentary on UWM’s...

On 6 January 2026, Apono announced a new integration with Check Point Software Technologies, introducing a SASE-based Zero Standing Privilege architecture that uses Harmony SASE to replace slow SCIM-based identity syncs with real-time, temporary access controls across cloud environments. This collaboration directly targets the industry problem of long-lived permissions by enforcing policy-driven, time-bound access, potentially strengthening Check Point’s position in Zero Trust and cloud...

In early January 2026, payments software company Flywire reported third-quarter 2025 earnings that exceeded analyst expectations and highlighted an expanded partnership with TenPay Global to support Weixin Pay tuition transactions for Chinese students in South Korea and Malaysia. Investor interest was further reinforced by a US$3.2 million Flywire share purchase by Voss Capital and related entities on December 30 and 31, 2025, signaling confidence in the company’s execution and international...

Toro (TTC) has been drawing fresh attention after a recent stretch of solid share price performance, with the stock up 1.4% over the past day and 20.2% over the past month. See our latest analysis for Toro. That recent burst of momentum, including a 20.2% 30 day share price return to $89.06, sits alongside a 17.48% 1 year total shareholder return, but a weaker 3 and 5 year total shareholder record. This combination may hint at shifting sentiment toward Toro’s growth and risk profile. If...

Immunome (IMNM) is back in focus after reporting successful Phase 3 data for its lead drug candidate, varegacestat, as well as plans to present at the upcoming J.P. Morgan Healthcare Conference, drawing fresh attention to the stock. See our latest analysis for Immunome. That backdrop helps explain why Immunome’s share price, now at $21.07, has seen a 90 day share price return of 51.36%, while the 1 year total shareholder return sits at 98.77%, suggesting momentum has been building around the...

Tenable Holdings (TENB) is back on investors’ radar after weak billings and customer retention challenges were met with a new distribution partnership in EMEA, prompting fresh questions about how its exposure management business is positioned. See our latest analysis for Tenable Holdings. The recent distribution deal comes against a backdrop of pressure on Tenable’s share price, with a 30 day share price return of 13.20% and a 90 day share price return of 19.92% weighing on sentiment. At the...

Westamerica Bancorporation (WABC) has drawn investor attention after its board approved a stock repurchase program of up to $2 million alongside ongoing quarterly dividend payments, a combination that directly affects shareholder capital returns. See our latest analysis for Westamerica Bancorporation. Recent moves, including the newly authorized repurchase plan and ongoing dividends, come as Westamerica Bancorporation’s share price has shown steadier momentum over the last quarter. The...

Catalyst Pharmaceuticals (CPRX) has drawn fresh attention after Forbes ranked it 11th on the 2026 list of America’s Most Successful Small-Cap Companies, citing its sales growth and recent financial performance. See our latest analysis for Catalyst Pharmaceuticals. The recent Forbes recognition comes as the 90 day share price return sits at 11.59%, while the 1 year total shareholder return of 3.65% contrasts with a very large 5 year total shareholder return, suggesting momentum has cooled...

In recent days, Stanley Black & Decker has faced a mix of developments, including a federal safety lawsuit, a new Chief Global Supply Chain Officer appointment, and anticipation of its past fourth-quarter 2025 earnings release after earlier reporting flat quarterly revenue with an adjusted EPS beat and ongoing DEWALT brand strength. At the same time, a policy-driven rotation into defensive industrials amid calls for a very large US$1.50 trillion 2027 defense budget has highlighted Stanley...

In recent months, Sally Beauty Holdings reported solid quarterly results that underscored its role as a key supplier to DIY hair color customers and small salon professionals, while maintaining a relatively flat store footprint and same-store sales performance. At the same time, the company’s use of social media trends, e-commerce, and cost management to stay relevant with loyal customer segments has renewed attention on how its value-focused model can hold up despite limited physical...

AGCO recently announced that its Fendt, Massey Ferguson, and PTx brands earned seven 2026 AE50 awards from the American Society of Agricultural and Biological Engineers, recognizing engineering innovation and market impact across tractors, balers, autonomy kits, precision sensors, and nutrient analysis technologies. These multiple awards highlight AGCO’s farmer-focused innovation in autonomy-ready machinery and precision agritech, underscoring its role in shaping next‑generation agricultural...

Earlier this week, Raymond James reaffirmed its Buy rating on TowneBank, citing the bank’s latest earnings release showing revenue growth compared with the prior year. The combination of a supportive analyst stance and improving top-line performance has sharpened investor focus on how TowneBank’s business is evolving. Next, we will examine how Raymond James’ reiterated Buy rating and TowneBank’s revenue growth shape the company’s broader investment narrative. Outshine the giants: these 28...

On 7 January 2026, Walker & Dunlop and Pretium announced a US$250 million joint venture, Walker & Dunlop Affordable Bridge Capital, to provide short-term first-mortgage bridge loans for multifamily properties transitioning into long-term affordable housing programs such as LIHTC, Section 8, and tax-exempt bonds. This move highlights Walker & Dunlop’s growing focus on affordable housing finance, using flexible bridge lending to support projects seeking Agency and HUD takeout solutions. Next,...