U.S. Life Sciences Stock News

WaFd, Inc. recently reported fiscal year 2025 results, highlighting an increase in annual net income to US$226.07 million and basic earnings per share of US$2.64, alongside a major boost in new loan originations in the fourth quarter and reduced net charge-offs. This period also saw WaFd launch a wealth management division, signaling efforts to diversify its business and pursue growth in new financial services areas. We'll explore how WaFd's focus on expanding business banking and new wealth...

East West Bancorp (EWBC) reported earnings growth of 13.6% in the most recent year, beating its five-year average of 12.6% per year. The bank’s net profit margin rose to 49.1%, up from last year’s 46.1%. With an 11.2x Price-To-Earnings Ratio, the stock trades below both analyst targets and its discounted cash flow estimate of $232.03. The company also maintains attractive dividends and high-quality earnings. For investors, the steady profit growth, improved margins, strong valuation, and...

Flowserve (FLS) shares have slipped slightly over the past month, even as the company’s annual net income growth continues to outpace its revenue gains. Investors are weighing recent performance in relation to longer-term returns. See our latest analysis for Flowserve. Although Flowserve’s share price has dropped 8.9% over the past month, its 3-year total shareholder return of nearly 98% shows that the bigger story is still positive. The recent pullback hints at shifting sentiment after a...

Atlas Energy Solutions (AESI) announced the sudden departure of Chris Scholla, Executive Vice President and President of Sand and Logistics. Company President and CEO John Turner will lead the division while the search for a permanent successor is underway. See our latest analysis for Atlas Energy Solutions. Chris Scholla’s abrupt exit comes at a tricky time for Atlas Energy Solutions, with the share price down nearly 56% year-to-date and the 1-year total shareholder return showing a...

PPL Corporation's subsidiaries, Louisville Gas and Electric Company and Kentucky Utilities Company, recently secured an agreement with the Kentucky Public Service Commission and other key stakeholders to increase annual electricity and gas revenues by US$235 million, while introducing a revised return on equity of 9.90% and committing to no further base rate increases until August 2028. This agreement gives PPL greater regulatory clarity and earnings visibility to support planned...

Manhattan Associates (MANH) reported net profit margins of 20.2%, a decline from last year’s 21.4%. Its earnings are forecast to grow at 11.7% per year, trailing the US market’s anticipated 15.5%. The company’s revenue is projected to increase at 7.2% annually, which is also slower than the 10.1% US market forecast. Its most recent year showed negative earnings growth, despite a strong 21.1% per year average over the past five years. Trading at $194.52, the stock sits below its estimated fair...

Galaxy Digital (NasdaqGS:GLXY) posted a slim net profit margin of 0.4%, slipping from 2.4% a year ago, and swung into negative earnings territory with profits forecast to decline by 2.2% annually over the next three years. In contrast, revenue is expected to surge 30.5% per year, well ahead of the broader US market’s 10.1% pace. Investors now face a classic disconnect as impressive top-line momentum comes up against compressed margins and gloomy profit forecasts. See our full analysis for...

If you’ve been watching Five9 stock and wondering whether now is the right time to act, you’re definitely not alone. At first glance, the numbers might give you pause. Sure, the last week saw a small rebound of 4.7%, but let’s not sugarcoat it: the stock is down almost 16.3% this month, and a daunting 43.4% since the start of the year. Looking even further back reveals deeper losses, with Five9 off 23.7% over the past year and a staggering 84.0% over the last five years. It is easily enough...

If you’ve ever wondered whether it’s time to buy, hold, or sidestep Alexandria Real Estate Equities, you’re not alone. Investors everywhere have been watching its stock price swing lately, and the conversation around this company is getting louder. In the past week, shares ticked up by 2.0%, a modest shift that comes after a much steeper 9.5% drop in the last month and a year-to-date slide of over 20%. Looking further back, the five-year chart shows a stark 37.7% decline. This suggests to...

Independent Bank Corp. recently reported its third-quarter 2025 results, highlighting a rise in net interest income to US$203.34 million while net income decreased to US$34.26 million compared to the year-ago period, and also completed a US$23.4 million share buyback. An interesting takeaway is that the strong quarterly revenue growth was largely attributed to successful integration of the Enterprise acquisition, improved net interest margins, and management’s positive outlook on scalable...

Electra, a low-carbon iron startup, recently announced advance purchase agreements with Nucor and Toyota Tsusho to support its new demonstration facility in Colorado, aiming for up to 500 tons of low-carbon iron output annually by mid-2026. This collaboration positions Nucor at the forefront of adopting innovative, environmentally conscious steelmaking solutions amid heightened global demand for green technologies and increasing regulatory pressures. We will examine how Nucor’s move into...

AECOM (ACM) shares are attracting attention after the company reported higher annual revenue and net income growth. Investors are eyeing the stock in light of its recent double-digit gains as well as the underlying financial improvements. See our latest analysis for AECOM. AECOM’s share price has surged this year, notching a 22.5% year-to-date gain that reflects strong investor sentiment following the company’s healthy top- and bottom-line growth. While the stock pulled back slightly in the...

Earlier this month, SPS Commerce management hosted an investor day and issued updated medium-term guidance, highlighting expectations for at least high-single digit annual revenue growth and ongoing margin expansion. This event has drawn increased interest from hedge funds and investors, though some remain cautious about the company's ability to deliver on its growth targets and the speed of execution. We'll explore how management's focus on revenue growth durability and a larger addressable...

In recent news, AbCellera Biologics has drawn fresh attention for its biotechnology platform, driven by the potential of three proprietary molecules in clinical trials and a targeted antibody development approach. A unique aspect highlighted is AbCellera's integration of artificial intelligence into its drug discovery process, which could strengthen its positioning in precision therapeutics across multiple disease areas. We'll now examine how growing investor optimism in AbCellera's...

Exxon Mobil, alongside BlackRock’s Global Infrastructure Partners and others, recently announced the formation of Carbon Measures, a global coalition focused on creating a standardized, rigorous framework for measuring and reporting carbon emissions to address double-counting and prepare for tightening regulations. This initiative is designed to deliver precise, product-level carbon intensity data, enabling investors to identify and support lower-carbon production as regulatory and market...

Trying to figure out what to do with Equity LifeStyle Properties stock? You are not alone. The company has quietly carved out a niche in the real estate investment trust sector, and recent share price movement has caught investors' attention. Over the past month, shares have climbed 4.9%, suggesting a touch of optimism. Looking at a broader timeframe, the stock is down 7.3% in the past year and nearly 5% year-to-date, so it is fair to ask whether the negative sentiment has gone too far or if...

Texas Instruments (TXN) just beat Wall Street’s expectations for its third quarter, posting solid revenue growth and announcing a fresh dividend increase. However, the company’s cautious outlook for the coming quarter signals some headwinds. See our latest analysis for Texas Instruments. Despite upbeat third-quarter results and a 4% dividend hike, Texas Instruments shares fell sharply following the latest report, closing at $170.71 after a 5.6% one-day drop. The company’s year-to-date share...

Earlier this month, Bit Digital announced a major business transformation, shifting away from Bitcoin mining to focus on Ethereum staking, high-performance computing, and AI infrastructure, supported by a US$150 million convertible note raise and the accumulation of over 150,000 ETH. This shift has sparked increased institutional and insider interest, highlighting how Bit Digital's move positions it as a prominent Ethereum treasury and staking platform amid broader regulatory changes and...

Elemica announced in the past week that its ProcessWeaver shipping execution platform has integrated with FedEx Surround, combining AI-powered shipment intelligence with Elemica’s global network to offer enhanced predictive visibility and automated workflows for critical shipments. This collaboration aims to give manufacturers and logistics leaders proactive control and reduce manual tracking, signaling an expanded role for FedEx’s technology in addressing complex industry challenges. We’ll...

Mercury Systems (MRCY) announced it secured a multi-year development contract to create a multi-mission, multi-domain subsystem for a leading U.S. defense prime contractor. This deal draws fresh attention to Mercury’s role in advanced defense technology. See our latest analysis for Mercury Systems. Mercury Systems’ latest defense contract comes on the heels of an impressive upswing, with a 78.5% year-to-date share price return and a staggering 123.5% total shareholder return over the past...

Earlier this month, PureCycle Technologies announced plans to build its first European facility at the port of Antwerp, Belgium, and reported it had received the REACH Certificate of Compliance, enabling the sale of its PureFive™ resin in the European Union. This dual move signals PureCycle's entry into new international markets while meeting the EU's rigorous environmental and safety standards for recycled materials. We’ll explore how securing regulatory approval to sell in the EU may...

Beam Therapeutics (BEAM) jumped 17% after announcing that its BEAM-302 program received FDA Orphan Drug designation. This regulatory milestone highlights significant progress in the company’s rare disease gene-editing initiatives. See our latest analysis for Beam Therapeutics. Beam Therapeutics’ share price has rebounded impressively in recent months, with a sharp 32% 90-day return that reflects growing optimism driven by regulatory milestones and a resurgent gene-editing sector. Despite...

BlackBird Financial LP has revealed a significant new investment in Tidewater (NYSE:TDW), citing the company's dominant position within offshore support vessels as a key factor. This move has caught investors’ attention as sector fundamentals continue to shift. See our latest analysis for Tidewater. Tidewater’s share price has come under pressure this year, sliding 13.7% since January and notching a 22.1% drop in total shareholder return over the past 12 months, despite notable news like the...

First Community (FCCO) posted average annual earnings growth of 3.4% over the past five years, with net profit margins rising to 24% from 18.4% last year. Most recently, earnings surged by 58.3%, signaling a sharp acceleration in the company’s upward trend and highlighting high-quality profits that may have staying power. Investors are now weighing the appeal of ongoing growth in profits and dividends, as well as a price that suggests value relative to both direct peers and FCCO’s intrinsic...