U.S. Life Sciences Stock News

In August 2024, Booz Allen Hamilton announced it was awarded a five-year, single-award task order with a US$1.58 billion ceiling to provide advanced intelligence analysis for U.S. defense agencies’ counter-weapons of mass destruction missions. This contract highlights Booz Allen’s role in delivering highly technical, AI-driven support to the Defense Intelligence Agency and Defense Threat Reduction Agency, reinforcing its importance in national security initiatives. We'll take a closer look...

If you are watching Zimmer Biomet Holdings and wondering what your next move should be, you are not alone. With the stock climbing over 16% in the last three months and recently closing at $107.71, investors are buzzing about its growth prospects. Yet, there is still hesitation, especially with last year’s total return sitting slightly in the red. So, is this a stock ready to keep running, or are there risks lurking under the surface? Let’s look at the numbers. Over the past year, Zimmer...

Wondering if Agnico Eagle Mines is a buy, sell, or hold right now? You are not alone. For anyone eyeing gold stocks in 2024, this company has been hard to ignore, especially with such striking moves in its share price. After all, Agnico Eagle’s stock has climbed nearly 17% over the past three months and is up more than 67% year-to-date, comfortably outperforming the broader market. The rally has caught the attention of both gold bulls and cautious investors, and you might be asking yourself...

FirstCash Holdings was recently upgraded to a Zacks Rank #2 (Buy) after a significant upward trend in earnings estimates and improved analyst sentiment. This positions FirstCash Holdings among the top 20% of Zacks-covered stocks for earnings estimate revisions, highlighting its strong performance compared to sector peers. We’ll explore how this positive earnings outlook and analyst upgrade may influence FirstCash Holdings’ broader investment narrative going forward. The latest GPUs need a...

Recent analysis found that Westinghouse Air Brake Technologies Corporation shares may be undervalued, with intrinsic value estimates from discounted cash flow analysis significantly exceeding the stock's current market level. This assessment has fueled renewed investor interest, even as the company faces slower projected earnings growth and offers a lower dividend yield relative to its industry peers. We'll examine how this perceived undervaluation, highlighted by discounted cash flow...

Navient Corporation announced in August 2025 that its board approved a US$0.16 per share common stock dividend for the third quarter, set to be paid to shareholders as of September 5, 2025. This dividend affirmation comes amid ongoing challenges around declining revenue, lower earnings per share, and rising concerns about Navient's high debt levels. We'll now examine how the continued pressure on Navient's fundamentals shapes its investment narrative following the board's dividend...

Buckle (BKE) just released its latest quarterly earnings, and at first glance, the numbers might give investors something to consider. Sales climbed over last year's levels and net income ticked higher, with earnings per share up as well. While it is not a blockbuster beat, the results show progress that may be drawing Wall Street's attention, especially for anyone looking to understand whether this retail staple still has more growth potential. These results follow a strong period for...

On August 14, 2025, TTM Technologies announced the appointment of Dr. Edwin Roks as its new President and CEO, effective September 2, 2025, following Thomas T. Edman’s retirement and transition to an advisory and board role. Dr. Roks brings extensive leadership experience from his tenure as CEO of Teledyne Technologies, with a background in advancing technology integration and expanding capabilities across aerospace, defense, and industrial electronics sectors. We’ll review how Dr. Roks’...

If you are eying Starbucks stock and wondering what your next move should be, you are not alone. There has been no shortage of headlines lately, both about the company’s core business and the bigger trends reshaping the coffee industry. Recently, Starbucks has announced a push for new investment partners in its China operations, drawing attention from deep-pocketed bidders like Carlyle and Tencent. In North America, the company just unveiled a 2% raise for salaried workers, aiming to keep...

Thinking about what to do with Roblox shares? If you have been following this stock, you already know it has been anything but boring. In the past year, Roblox has skyrocketed by an astonishing 166% and is now nearing all-time highs again. Just in the last quarter, the stock jumped more than 42%, propelled by strong engagement trends, bullish signs from analysts, and, not least, a dramatic shift in risk perception after the SEC closed its case against the company in May. It is not all smooth...

Earlier this month, Reliance Jio discontinued its lowest-cost prepaid plans and moved its entry-level offering to ₹299 with 1.5GB daily data, aligning with competitors Airtel and Vodafone Idea and creating a new base tariff in India's telecom sector. This industry-wide tariff shift signals a likely sector-wide price increase, as operators look to offset rising costs from 5G rollouts and spectrum investments, a move that analysts believe could improve profitability and reshape market...

Earlier this month, BlackRock announced the addition of its LifePath Paycheck® solution to Voya Financial’s recordkeeping platform, initially making the guaranteed lifetime income product available to select retirement plans. This move enables retirement plan participants to convert a portion of their savings into a secure income stream, highlighting Voya's commitment to innovative retirement solutions and participant financial wellness. We'll explore how integrating BlackRock's retirement...

Wondering what to make of Archer Aviation stock lately? You are not the only one. The last year has been a whirlwind for ACHR, and it has caught the eye of investors questioning whether the elevated price action is signaling true growth potential or just a change in risk appetite. After a massive run-up—up more than 150% over the past year—ACHR has also taken a breather in recent weeks, dipping nearly 15% in the last month. Still, the stock is trading at a notable discount to many analyst...

Earlier this month, PTC Inc. appointed Jon Stevenson as Executive Vice President and Chief Product Officer, entrusting him with leadership of the Digital Thread product portfolio and leveraging his extensive background in CAD, PLM, AI, and SaaS. Stevenson's return to PTC, following previous executive roles within the company and broad industry expertise, signals an effort to enhance product innovation and accelerate PTC's digital transformation initiatives. We'll examine how Jon Stevenson's...

On August 19, 2025, M&T Bank Corporation announced an 11% increase in its quarterly cash dividend, raising it to US$1.50 per share from the previous US$1.35, payable on September 30, 2025, to shareholders of record as of September 2, 2025. This dividend boost stands out as a strong signal of confidence from M&T Bank’s management regarding the company’s underlying financial position and outlook. We'll explore how this substantial dividend increase could influence M&T Bank's investment...

RB Global, Inc. recently announced a series of leadership changes and senior management appointments, with several executives retiring and internal promotions taking effect to advance the company's organizational structure and growth strategy. A key feature of this shift is the establishment of specialized marketplace execution teams and an expanded executive leadership group, aimed at enhancing operational efficiency and ensuring functional support while keeping sales leaders close to...

At its annual meeting on August 13, 2025, Qorvo elected Peter A. Feld to the board for a one-year term and filed a shelf registration for an ESOP-related offering of 7,240,000 common shares, totaling about US$649.93 million. An interesting aspect of these developments is the sizable stock offering, which could have implications for Qorvo’s capital structure and may raise questions around potential dilution or future use of proceeds. Given the scope of this potential share issuance, we'll...

Thinking about what to do with McDonald’s stock right now? You are not alone. Whether you are a long-time holder or considering your first bite, it is not always easy to know if McDonald’s is still a happy meal for your portfolio or if they are serving up more sizzle than substance. The golden arches have been on an interesting ride lately, and the current price tells a story worth digging into. Over the last year, McDonald’s stock has returned just over 11% to investors, and the five-year...

Some DraftKings Inc. ( NASDAQ:DKNG ) shareholders may be a little concerned to see that the Chief Financial Officer...

The market for Gyre Therapeutics, Inc.'s ( NASDAQ:GYRE ) stock was strong after it released a healthy earnings report...

The board of Golden Entertainment, Inc. ( NASDAQ:GDEN ) has announced that it will pay a dividend of $0.25 per share on...

CRISPR Therapeutics (CRSP) recently reported second-quarter results with a significant year-over-year increase in revenue, although net losses also widened. The company's addition to multiple Russell Indices on June 30, 2025, likely buoyed investor sentiment, alongside advancements in its in vivo cardiovascular disease programs. Despite ongoing financial challenges, these positive developments might have bolstered the company's stock, which experienced a 43% price increase over the last...

Viking Therapeutics (VKTX) recently announced promising Phase 2 clinical trial results for VK2735, which showcases significant body weight reductions and a favorable safety profile. Despite this positive development, the company reported a substantial increase in net losses for the second quarter. Over the last quarter, the company's share price decreased by 4.89%. This movement echoes broader market trends as the S&P 500 fell slightly during the same period. The juxtaposition of clinical...

Honeywell International (HON) is implementing significant leadership changes with the appointment of Peter Lau as CEO of its Industrial Automation business, effective October 2025, and the formation of a new board for Solstice Advanced Materials. Despite these developments, Honeywell's stock movement was flat over the past week. Broader market conditions likely overshadowed any specific influences from the company's internal news, as investor focus centered on potential interest rate cuts...