U.S. Life Sciences Stock News

Gulfport Energy (GPOR) has been steadily attracting investor attention as its stock has climbed 17% over the past month and is up 24% for the past 3 months. This performance puts the company’s recent valuation in focus. See our latest analysis for Gulfport Energy. Gulfport Energy’s momentum has been unmistakable, with its share price climbing 12% year-to-date and a 25.6% total shareholder return over the past year, highlighting renewed confidence. Recent gains suggest that investors are...

Automatic Data Processing (ADP) recently reported first-quarter fiscal 2026 earnings that surpassed analyst expectations for both earnings per share and revenue, completed a tranche of its share buyback program totaling over 1.21 million shares, and reaffirmed its guidance for 5% to 6% consolidated revenue growth for fiscal 2026. ADP's continued buyback activity and strong financial performance come as several analysts adopt a cautious near-term stance, highlighting a divergence between...

Federal Agricultural Mortgage Corporation reported record third-quarter 2025 earnings, achieving US$55 million in net income and reinforcing its growth in renewable energy and infrastructure finance, while also declaring quarterly dividends for both common and preferred shareholders. Issuance of US$100 million in new preferred stock has further strengthened the company's capital position and supported an improved Tier 1 capital ratio of 13.9%. We’ll consider how the continued expansion in...

STAAR Surgical (STAA) shares were slightly lower in recent trading, with the stock down less than 1% over the past day. Investors may be weighing its year-to-date gain of about 10% against the decline over the past year. See our latest analysis for STAAR Surgical. STAAR Surgical’s share price has bounced around this year, with a year-to-date gain of just over 10%, even as the 1-year total shareholder return sits about 13% lower. After a short burst of optimism this week, it is clear momentum...

Loews Corporation recently reported third quarter 2025 results, highlighting higher revenue of US$4.67 billion and net income of US$504 million compared to the prior year, alongside continued buybacks with 587,959 shares repurchased for US$56.2 million. An additional announcement revealed Dino Robusto, currently Executive Chairman of CNA Financial Corporation, will join the Loews board as a director effective January 1, 2026, reflecting Loews’s approach to leadership continuity from within...

Altria Group, Inc. recently increased its share buyback authorization by US$1 billion to US$2 billion and extended the plan through December 2026, while also posting third-quarter results with net income rising to US$2.38 billion despite a slight revenue dip. An intriguing detail is Altria’s updated fourth-quarter earnings guidance, which points to moderated EPS growth following completed share repurchases and the expiration of a major legal funding obligation. To understand the full impact,...

On November 10, 2025, Carpenter Technology Corporation announced a US$700 million private offering of senior notes due 2034, aiming to redeem and repay existing higher-yielding senior notes and for general corporate purposes. This debt refinancing plan could help lower future interest expenses and strengthen Carpenter's financial flexibility, potentially enhancing its ability to fund growth initiatives. We'll examine how Carpenter's move to refinance with longer-term debt could impact its...

Wondering if Hewlett Packard Enterprise is a bargain or fully priced right now? Let's break down the numbers to see if this stock could give your portfolio an edge. The share price has pulled back around 4% over the last week, but for the year to date, it is still up more than 9%. It also boasts a nearly 157% gain over five years, suggesting significant long-term momentum. Recent headlines have spotlighted HPE's expanding presence in the AI infrastructure space and a series of new cloud...

Wondering if General Electric is still a bargain after its incredible run? You are not alone, so let’s dig in to see where the value might lie today. GE's share price soared 82.3% year-to-date and has delivered a remarkable 559.6% return over the last five years, though it pulled back slightly by 0.4% this past week. Much of this growth came on the back of strategic spinoffs and a renewed focus on aerospace and energy, which drew fresh attention from investors. Lately, headlines spotlight...

Badger Meter (BMI) announced an 18% increase in its quarterly dividend, along with a new $75 million share repurchase plan and third-quarter results that highlight growing demand for its advanced water management technology. These moves signal confidence from management. See our latest analysis for Badger Meter. After a challenging start to the year, Badger Meter’s 1-month share price return of 8.65% shows fresh momentum following its dividend and buyback news. However, the year-to-date share...

MercadoLibre (NasdaqGS:MELI) shares recently pulled back, with the stock dropping about 9% over the past week and off roughly 10% for the past 3 months. Investors are now weighing this dip as they consider the company’s longer-term growth story. See our latest analysis for MercadoLibre. While MercadoLibre’s share price has slipped nearly 9% over the past week, that follows a strong run so far this year, with its year-to-date share price return still positive. Over the past year, total...

Wondering if Paramount Skydance is a bargain, overpriced, or just misunderstood? You are not alone in looking for the real story behind the stock’s current value. The share price has seen plenty of movement this year, climbing 42.7% year-to-date despite dropping 2.1% in the past week and 11.2% over the last month. Momentum around Paramount Skydance has picked up lately after the announcement of its merger plans with Skydance Media and renewed interest from strategic investors. This deal and...

RXO (NYSE:RXO) shares came under pressure after the company’s third-quarter earnings release, as results fell short of expectations and highlighted ongoing challenges in the full-truckload market. Management discussed tough conditions and outlined new cost initiatives. See our latest analysis for RXO. After the earnings miss and cautious outlook, RXO shares reached fresh lows, dropping over 29% in just one week and leaving the 1-year total shareholder return at -57.5%. Short-term pain has...

MakeMyTrip Limited recently reported earnings for the second quarter and six months ended September 30, 2025, showing quarterly revenue of US$229.34 million and a net loss of US$5.62 million, compared to a net income of US$17.85 million a year earlier. While revenues continued to increase year-on-year, the company posted a swing from profit to loss in the quarter, highlighting a disconnect between top-line growth and underlying profitability. We'll examine how the shift to a quarterly net...

Wondering if Applied Materials is a bargain, overpriced, or just right? You're not alone. With all the buzz in the semiconductor world, it's natural to be curious about where the value really lies. The stock has soared 40.4% year to date, dipped 3.2% over the last week, and delivered an impressive 222.9% return over five years. This is a reminder that expectations and risk perceptions can shift fast. Recent headlines have spotlighted Applied Materials' pivotal role in...

Principal Financial Group (PFG) just announced a higher fourth quarter cash dividend, along with the completion of a significant share buyback tranche. These recent moves highlight the company’s ongoing focus on returning value to shareholders. See our latest analysis for Principal Financial Group. Momentum seems to be rebuilding for Principal Financial Group, as recent dividend hikes and the latest buyback have fueled investor confidence. The stock’s share price has climbed 4.3% over the...

The Chinese Ministry of Commerce has lifted the export ban on Illumina, Inc., allowing the company to resume shipments to China as of today, although Illumina remains on the Unreliable Entities List and will require government approval for instrument purchases. This regulatory change potentially reopens a significant revenue stream for Illumina, marking a shift in the company's operating landscape in a market that has long contributed to its global growth efforts. We'll look at how renewed...

Jackson Financial Inc. reported third-quarter 2025 results, with revenue of US$1,416 million, net income of US$76 million, and board declarations of a US$0.80 per share common dividend and US$0.50 per depositary share preferred dividend, along with continued share repurchases amounting to US$154.32 million in the quarter. While revenue fell compared to the previous year, the company returned to profitability and increased its commitment to shareholder returns through higher dividends and...

Par Pacific Holdings recently reported strong third quarter results, with net income rising to US$262.63 million on US$2.01 billion in sales, and announced the completion of a share buyback program totaling 5.17 million shares for US$85.08 million as of September 2025. An interesting highlight from these updates is the company’s significant earnings boost of approximately US$200 million from small refinery exemptions, as well as receiving US$100 million in proceeds from its new Hawaii...

Klaviyo reported third quarter 2025 results showing revenue of US$310.88 million, up from US$235.09 million a year earlier, and improved its net loss to US$426,000 from US$1.35 million in the prior year period. Management raised full-year 2025 revenue guidance to US$1.215–1.219 billion, citing rapid adoption of new AI-driven products and strong momentum across both international and mid-market customer segments. We’ll explore how the raised revenue outlook, propelled by AI-powered product...

Ever wondered whether Tradeweb Markets is trading at a bargain or a premium? You are not alone in questioning if now is the right time to buy, hold, or watch from the sidelines. Lately, Tradeweb Markets has seen its shares tick up 3.6% over the past week and 1.9% in the last month. However, it's still down 16.9% year-to-date and off 15.5% from a year ago, despite an impressive 89.8% gain over three years. Much of the recent movement follows headlines about shifts in global trading volumes...

Micron Technology (MU) shares have delivered a strong year so far, recently closing at $237.92. Investors are weighing returns of over 170% since January, as momentum continues from impressive annual revenue and net income growth. See our latest analysis for Micron Technology. This surge in share price has been fueled by both Micron’s strong earnings momentum and upbeat investor sentiment. The 31% share price return over the past month has caught particular attention. Over the past year,...

Teledyne Technologies recently secured a Regional Headquarters license in Saudi Arabia and announced it plans to open a Middle East headquarters in Riyadh by mid-2026, establishing a central hub for operations and innovation in the region. This move positions Teledyne to strengthen relationships with Gulf government and defense agencies, and accelerate the localization of advanced technologies like AI, autonomy, and sensing through its expanded FLIR Defense footprint. We'll examine how...

Ever wondered if Baidu is truly a bargain, especially with so much buzz around tech stocks right now? Baidu's share price is up 3.9% this week and has soared 52.3% year-to-date, signaling renewed optimism and possible shifts in how investors view its future growth risks. News around Baidu's accelerating AI development and expansion into new business areas has fueled speculation about its long-term prospects. Recent headlines highlight its leadership in generative AI services and partnerships...