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NasdaqGM:INOD
NasdaqGM:INODProfessional Services

PCE Inflation Change Puts Technology And Professional Services Stocks In Focus

The rulebook for inflation tracking is about to change, with a new PCE price index method reshaping how software, legal, and advisory costs show up in the data. That shift could influence how investors think about interest rates, risk and return, and even which Technology and Professional Services Stocks feel most exposed to the news. This article walks through three stocks tied to the story and explains why they might deserve a closer look now. The stocks discussed below are just a starting...
NYSE:DAN
NYSE:DANAuto Components

Does Higher 2026 Sales Guidance And Buybacks Offset Dana’s Margin Setback For Bulls (DAN)?

Dana Incorporated recently reported its second-quarter 2026 results, with sales rising to US$2,010 million from US$1,935 million a year earlier, while swinging from net income of US$27 million to a net loss of US$5 million. Despite the quarterly loss, Dana lifted its full-year 2026 sales guidance to a range of US$7.65 billion to US$7.85 billion and continued its share repurchase program, buying back 1,200,000 shares for US$44 million since April 1. We’ll now examine how Dana’s higher...
NYSE:APLE
NYSE:APLEHotel and Resort REITs

Apple Hospitality REIT (APLE) Extended Its Major Debt Maturities Until 2029

Apple Hospitality REIT (NYSE: APLE) completed major refinancing transactions on its primary credit facility and term loan, reshaping its debt profile. The amendments extend debt maturities so that the company faces no significant repayments until 2029. Reworked covenants and pricing increase available liquidity and give Apple Hospitality REIT more room to pursue its growth plans. This kind of balance sheet repositioning is not unique to Apple Hospitality REIT, so it is worth comparing this...
NYSE:ZWS
NYSE:ZWSBuilding

How Stronger EPS And Completed Buybacks At Zurn Elkay Water Solutions (ZWS) Have Changed Its Investment Story

Zurn Elkay Water Solutions’ late-July 2026 earnings report showed second-quarter sales of US$491 million and net income of US$113.3 million, alongside six‑month sales of US$924 million and net income of US$172.2 million, all higher than the same periods a year earlier. The company also completed a long-running share repurchase program, buying back over 24 million shares for about US$760.26 million in total, which, together with higher earnings per share, may meaningfully reshape how...
NYSE:RAMP
NYSE:RAMPSoftware

LiveRamp Holdings (RAMP) Adds Meta Campaigns To Cross Media Measurement

LiveRamp Holdings (NYSE:RAMP) expanded its Cross-Media Intelligence solution to integrate Meta campaign data, giving marketers a unified view across more channels. The update adds Meta campaigns into LiveRamp's existing cross media measurement platform so brands can assess performance in one place. Marketers gain a single environment to compare results across participating media partners, which may help reduce fragmented reporting and duplicated measurement efforts. Consider reviewing other...
NYSE:CSTM
NYSE:CSTMMetals and Mining

Constellium (CSTM) Is Up 7.4% After EPS Jump And Major Buyback Completion Has The Bull Case Changed?

Constellium SE reported past second-quarter 2026 results showing sales of US$2,748 million and net income of US$146 million, alongside the completion of a US$242.36 million share repurchase program covering 15,402,075 shares, or 10.86% of its share base. The combination of sharply higher earnings per share and a reduced share count points to meaningfully enhanced per-share profitability for existing investors. We’ll now examine how this stronger earnings performance, coupled with the...
NasdaqGM:MRAM
NasdaqGM:MRAMSemiconductor

Everspin Technologies (MRAM) Signed An AI Server Memory MOU

Everspin Technologies (NasdaqGM:MRAM) signed a memorandum of understanding with MaxLinear to explore next generation MRAM memory architectures for AI servers. The MaxLinear collaboration aims to pair Everspin MRAM with data compression, encryption, and server acceleration platforms that target hyperscale and enterprise customers. Separately, Astro Digital selected Everspin MRAM technology for use in its satellite systems, extending the company’s reach in aerospace applications. For readers...
NasdaqGS:HWKN
NasdaqGS:HWKNChemicals

Hawkins (HWKN) Raised Its Dividend On First Quarter Results, Is The Premium Justified?

Hawkins (HWKN) drew investor attention after reporting first quarter results on July 29, 2026, along with a higher quarterly dividend and an update on its long running share repurchase program. See our latest analysis for Hawkins. Hawkins shares have pulled back recently, with a 90 day share price return that declined 19.07% and a year to date share price return that declined 6.88%. At the same time, the 3 year total shareholder return is up 171% and the 5 year total shareholder return is up...
NYSE:HOG
NYSE:HOGAuto

Harley-Davidson (HOG) Reports Weaker Earnings, Is The Stock Fully Priced?

Harley-Davidson (HOG) is back in focus after reporting second quarter 2026 results that showed net income and earnings per share below the prior year, alongside an update on its ongoing share repurchase activity. See our latest analysis for Harley-Davidson. Harley-Davidson’s latest results landed as the share price trades at US$26.19, with a 7 day share price return of 5.48% and a year to date share price return of 26.89%. Momentum has improved in recent months, although longer term total...
NYSE:WMS
NYSE:WMSBuilding

Advanced Drainage Systems (WMS) Could Be 17% Undervalued As Earnings And Dividend Land

Advanced Drainage Systems (WMS) drew attention on August 6, 2026 after reporting first quarter results, confirming fiscal 2027 net sales guidance and announcing a higher quarterly dividend alongside completed share repurchases. See our latest analysis for Advanced Drainage Systems. Advanced Drainage Systems’ latest results, higher dividend and completed buybacks land at a time when the stock’s 1 year total shareholder return of 31.97% contrasts with only modest share price gains over shorter...
NasdaqGS:QBTS
NasdaqGS:QBTSSoftware

D-Wave Quantum (QBTS) Could Be 47% Undervalued Following Nature Research And New Deals

D-Wave Quantum (QBTS) has drawn fresh attention after publishing peer reviewed research in Nature on a high fidelity two qubit entangling gate, while also reporting second quarter 2026 earnings and announcing new commercial collaborations. See our latest analysis for D-Wave Quantum. The recent Nature publication, new Nasdaq Verafin and AT&T agreements, and second quarter earnings have come alongside sharp share price swings, with a 7 day share price return of 32.20% but a year to date share...
NasdaqGS:KMB
NasdaqGS:KMBHousehold Products

Kimberly-Clark (KMB) Beat On Earnings, Is The Stock Still Cheap?

Kimberly-Clark (KMB) is back on investors’ radar after second quarter 2026 results showed an earnings beat driven by cost savings and productivity, a revenue miss, a lower 2026 outlook, and fresh China related profit concerns. See our latest analysis for Kimberly-Clark. At a share price of US$112.37, Kimberly-Clark has logged a 90 day share price return of 12.87% and a year to date share price return of 10.82%, while the 1 year total shareholder return is down 13.76% as investors weigh China...
NasdaqGS:CMCSA
NasdaqGS:CMCSATelecom

Comcast (CMCSA) Stock Looks Reasonable Even After A 47% Slide

Comcast stock has had a difficult run over the last few years, yet the current valuation checks suggest the shares now lean cheap rather than expensive. Comcast has declined 47.4% over the past 5 years, which means any sign of value support will be closely watched by investors who have already seen a long period of weak returns. The planned tax free spin off of NBCUniversal and Sky may help sharpen the focus of the remaining cable and internet businesses. The separation also introduces...
NYSE:WSM
NYSE:WSMSpecialty Retail

Tariff Refunds Could Reshape These US Consumer Stocks In 2026

The sudden refund of about US$100b in tariffs, with another US$29b pending, has dropped a huge pool of cash back into the hands of import heavy companies. That kind of capital shift can change how investors think about winners and laggards tied to global supply chains. This article walks through three US multinational consumer goods stocks exposed to this tariff news and explains why each one might deserve a closer look now. The three stocks in this article are a starting sample from this...
NYSE:ATR
NYSE:ATRPackaging

Is AptarGroup (ATR) Still Cheap As Sales Rise But Earnings Slip?

Why AptarGroup Earnings Matter For Investors AptarGroup (ATR) has reported second quarter 2026 results that show higher sales alongside lower net income and earnings per share compared with a year earlier, putting the company’s margins in sharper focus for investors. See our latest analysis for AptarGroup. AptarGroup shares trade at $136.75, with an 8.52% 1 month share price return and a 9.30% 3 month share price return that suggest momentum has been building even though the 1 year total...
NasdaqGM:RYTM
NasdaqGM:RYTMBiotechs

How Investors May Respond To Rhythm Pharmaceuticals (RYTM) Q2 Results And Early RM-718 Obesity Data

In August 2026, Rhythm Pharmaceuticals reported second-quarter 2026 results showing revenue of US$71.26 million versus US$48.50 million a year earlier, alongside a net loss of US$49.30 million and slightly improved loss per share. The company also released early Phase 2 data for its weekly MC4R agonist RM-718 in acquired hypothalamic obesity, showing double-digit BMI reductions with fewer pigmentation issues, highlighting progress beyond its first-generation IMCIVREE franchise. Now we’ll...
NYSE:GVA
NYSE:GVAConstruction

Granite Construction (GVA) Raises 2026 Revenue Outlook, Is It Still A Bargain?

Granite Construction (GVA) drew investor attention after its late July earnings release, which paired higher second quarter revenue with a sizable net loss and a raised full year 2026 revenue outlook. See our latest analysis for Granite Construction. The share price reaction has been mixed, with a 1-day share price return of 1% and 7-day share price return of 4.62% following the raised 2026 revenue outlook, set against a 30-day share price return that is down 16.9%. Even so, Granite...
NasdaqGM:HROW
NasdaqGM:HROWPharmaceuticals

Arista Networks Stock Leads Fast Growth Picks With High Insider Ownership

Central banks in major economies are taking a more cautious, data focused stance as inflation and interest rate expectations adjust to recent energy price moves. That creates a window where fast growing companies with high insider ownership can stand out. Insiders have significant skin in the game and analysts see room for growth. This article highlights three stocks from the Fast Growing Stocks With High Insider Ownership screener that fit this theme. The three stocks covered below are just...
NasdaqGS:NOVT
NasdaqGS:NOVTElectronic

Novanta (NOVT) Could Be 12% Undervalued After Earnings Beat And Higher Guidance

Why Novanta’s latest earnings and guidance matter for investors Novanta (NOVT) has become a focus for investors after reporting second quarter 2026 results that topped consensus estimates and pairing that with higher full year revenue and adjusted EPS guidance. See our latest analysis for Novanta. Novanta’s latest guidance and the contribution from the Riverpoint Medical acquisition come after mixed recent trading. The stock has posted a 37.77% year to date share price return but only a 3.40%...
NYSE:RL
NYSE:RLLuxury

How Stronger‑Than‑Expected Q1 2026 Results At Ralph Lauren (RL) Has Changed Its Investment Story

Ralph Lauren Corporation recently reported its first-quarter 2026 results, with sales rising to US$1,959.8 million from US$1,719.1 million and net income increasing to US$262.2 million from US$220.4 million a year earlier. The earnings beat followed earlier analyst expectations for higher revenue and profit, adding fresh context to the company’s track record of outperforming forecasts. We’ll now examine how this stronger-than-expected revenue and earnings growth could influence Ralph...
NYSE:CFR
NYSE:CFRBanks

Is Cullen/Frost Bankers (CFR) Undervalued On Raised 2026 Earnings Guidance?

Cullen/Frost Bankers (CFR) issued higher full year 2026 earnings guidance, with updated expectations for net interest income and net interest margin that align with its second quarter net interest income and net income results. See our latest analysis for Cullen/Frost Bankers. The higher 2026 guidance comes after a strong stretch for Cullen/Frost Bankers, with the share price at $166.13 and a 30 day share price return of 6.32% contributing to a 29.62% year to date share price return and a 5...
NYSE:KTB
NYSE:KTBLuxury

Why Is Kontoor Brands (KTB) Adding Thomas Waldron To Its Board?

Kontoor Brands (NYSE:KTB) has appointed Thomas E. Waldron to its Board of Directors. Waldron is a former Executive Vice President and Chief Operating Officer with extensive experience across Kontoor’s core apparel brands. The appointment adds deep operational insight to the board as it oversees future company initiatives. For readers looking to explore more ideas in the apparel and consumer space, a useful next step is to review a focused list of high-quality undervalued stocks at 51 high...
NYSE:BR
NYSE:BRProfessional Services

Broadridge Financial Solutions (BR) Opens Proxy Voting To Tokenized Equity Holders

Broadridge Financial Solutions (NYSE:BR) has launched a new governance platform for tokenized equities in partnership with Payward Services' xStocks. The platform is designed to handle shareholder governance and proxy voting for tokenized equities within a unified system. The move links traditional shareholder engagement with blockchain based assets and positions Broadridge more directly in digital asset infrastructure. The launch introduces a sector first approach to governance for...
NasdaqGS:PENG
NasdaqGS:PENGSemiconductor

Penguin Solutions (PENG) Draws ETF Attention, Is The Stock Still Cheap?

The launch of the T-REX 2X Long PENG Daily Target ETF, which targets 200% of Penguin Solutions (PENG) daily performance, has drawn fresh attention to the stock among traders focused on AI and cloud infrastructure. See our latest analysis for Penguin Solutions. PENG shares have seen sharp swings recently, with a 27.51% 7 day share price return and a 42.95% 90 day share price return. The 1 year total shareholder return of 143.32% and 3 year total shareholder return of 121.55% show strong longer...