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BancFirst Corporation reported past fourth-quarter 2025 results with net income of US$59.5 million and higher year-over-year earnings per share, alongside net charge-offs of US$1.6 million compared with US$985,000 a year earlier. This mix of improved profitability and rising loan charge-offs highlights how BancFirst is balancing earnings strength with evolving credit costs in its loan portfolio. We’ll now examine how BancFirst’s higher net income, despite increased charge-offs, shapes its...

In late January 2026, TransUnion announced partnerships with Zenbase and FrontLobby to add Canadian rental payment data to its credit reports as a dedicated, non-debt category, while also agreeing to acquire RealNetworks’ mobile division to enhance its fraud prevention and communications capabilities. Together, these moves highlight TransUnion’s push to broaden financial inclusion through alternative data while bolstering its technology stack for fraud analytics and customer...

TowneBank recently reported fourth-quarter and full-year 2025 results showing higher net interest income and slightly higher net income year-on-year, while also disclosing an increase in quarterly net charge-offs to US$1,948,000 from US$382,000. A few days later, the bank further strengthened its governance profile by appointing veteran attorney and former Virginia Attorney General Richard Cullen to its Board of Directors. We’ll now examine how Richard Cullen’s addition to the board shapes...

If you are wondering whether OneMain Holdings is priced attractively right now, it helps to line up the recent share performance with what the underlying valuation signals are saying. The stock closed at US$63.20, with returns of 20.1% over 1 year, 77.7% over 3 years and 97.9% over 5 years. This is despite the share price having seen a 2.8% decline over 7 days, a 9.9% decline over 30 days and an 8.5% decline year to date. Recent coverage has focused on how consumer credit conditions, funding...

BlackRock and Partners Group have launched a new multi alternative separately managed account, aiming to widen financial advisor and client access to private market strategies. Preqin private markets data is being integrated into BlackRock’s Aladdin eFront platform to support private market investors with additional information and analytics. BlackRock is investing in AI and digital advisory tools, including the Jio BlackRock platform in India, and pursuing proposed infrastructure...

Hawkins, Inc. recently reported third-quarter fiscal 2026 results, with sales of US$244.08 million and net income of US$14.31 million, while also announcing that subsidiary WaterSurplus successfully completed a multi-year NanoStack membrane pilot at the Orange County Water District’s Groundwater Replenishment System, leading to the planned installation of 1,050 coated membranes. The NanoStack rollout at the world’s largest potable water reuse facility underscores Hawkins’ role in enabling...

The recent 24% drop in Rain Enhancement Technologies Holdco, Inc.'s ( NASDAQ:RAIN ) stock could come as a blow to...

Central Garden & Pet (NasdaqGS:CENT) has agreed to acquire Champion USA, adding EPA approved livestock solutions to its professional portfolio. The company has also appointed Apur Patel as Chief Legal Officer, bringing new leadership to its legal and corporate affairs function. Central Garden & Pet, trading at $35.11, has seen mixed share performance, with a 9.4% return over the past week and a 9.9% return year to date, alongside a 5.3% decline over the past year. These moves come as the...

In Q3 2025, Globant reported revenues slightly above the top end of its guidance and generated strong free cash flow despite currency pressures, while also releasing version 2.3 of its Enterprise AI platform with an Agentic Commerce Protocol to execute real business tasks. The combination of resilient profitability and a more capable AI platform suggests Globant is deepening its role in practical, AI-driven enterprise operations. We’ll now examine how Globant’s resilient Q3 2025 results and...

Ionis Pharmaceuticals (NasdaqGS:IONS) received European Commission approval for Dawnzera to help prevent hereditary angioedema attacks in eligible patients. The US FDA granted Breakthrough Therapy designation to zilganersen for Alexander disease, recognizing its potential for a serious rare condition with high unmet need. Partner GSK reported positive Phase 3 results for bepirovirsen, supporting potential regulatory filings for the hepatitis B candidate. Ionis Pharmaceuticals focuses on RNA...

Flowco Holdings (NYSE:FLOC) has entered a definitive agreement to acquire the parent company of Valiant Artificial Lift Solutions. The deal expands Flowco's artificial lift portfolio and broadens its presence in production optimization technologies. Management expects the transaction to be accretive to earnings and cash flow once completed. Flowco Holdings, trading at $22.15, is coming into this deal after mixed recent share performance, with the stock up 11.8% over the past week and 16.0%...

If you are wondering whether Ventas is still reasonably priced after its recent run, this article walks through what the current share price might be implying about its value. Ventas shares last closed at US$77.73, with returns of 2.4% over the past week, 1.7% over the last month, 0.5% year to date, 31.3% over one year, 65.7% over three years and 85.8% over five years. This naturally raises questions about how much optimism is already reflected in the price. Recent coverage around Ventas has...

In January 2026, Vertiv launched Vertiv Next Predict, an AI-powered managed service that uses predictive analytics and anomaly detection to transform data center maintenance across power, cooling, and IT systems. This move deepens Vertiv’s role at the heart of AI data center infrastructure by tying its service expertise to a scalable, grid-to-chip AI operations platform designed to evolve with future technologies. We’ll now examine how this AI-driven maintenance offering could shape...

Vistra (NYSE:VST) has closed a $2.25b private offering to fund its acquisition of Cogentrix Energy. The deal adds 10 natural gas fired power plants and 5,500 megawatts of generation capacity to Vistra's portfolio. The transaction expands Vistra's power generation footprint and materially increases its operational scale. For investors watching Vistra at a share price of $142.52, this Cogentrix move comes during a period of mixed recent returns. The stock has seen a 14.0% decline over the...

If you are wondering whether C.H. Robinson Worldwide is priced attractively after a strong run, this article walks through what the current share price might be implying about its underlying value. The stock last closed at US$198.74, with returns of 7.8% over 7 days, 18.9% over 30 days, 21.4% year to date, 108.8% over 1 year, 107.2% over 3 years, and 146.0% over 5 years. This naturally raises questions about what is already priced in. Recent coverage has focused on how the company fits into...

AvePoint recently introduced new agentic AI governance tools and expanded multi-SaaS, IaaS, and PaaS data protection capabilities for its Confidence Platform, giving organizations deeper visibility and control over AI-related data risks. By allowing enterprises to define and monitor AI agent risk according to their own policies and remediate issues directly in the platform, AvePoint is positioning its offering squarely at the data quality and security challenges that cause most agentic AI...

In recent sessions, ADMA Biologics reported growing analyst optimism ahead of its upcoming earnings release, supported by positive revisions to earnings estimates and recognition of its specialty focus in plasma-derived biologics for immune deficiencies and infectious diseases. An interesting angle is ADMA’s integrated plasma collection and production model, which analysts view as central to its differentiation in the biologics market. Next, we’ll explore how this rising analyst confidence...

FIGS has recently launched a Winter Olympics campaign featuring Lindsey Vonn, extending its partnership with the USOPC and outfitting Team USA’s medical team, while selling a limited-edition FIGS x Team USA collection online and in stores. By spotlighting the healthcare professionals behind an elite athlete’s comeback, FIGS is tightly aligning its brand with high-performance medicine and national pride. We’ll now examine how this high-profile Lindsey Vonn and Team USA medical team campaign...

As the United States stock market begins February on a high note, with major indices like the Dow Jones and S&P 500 showing significant gains, investors are closely monitoring opportunities amidst fluctuating economic indicators. In this environment of heightened market activity and shifting economic policies, identifying undervalued stocks can be crucial for those looking to capitalize on potential discounts in the market.

As February 2026 begins, the U.S. stock market has shown strength with major indices like the Dow Jones and S&P 500 posting significant gains, buoyed by positive economic indicators such as an unexpected expansion in manufacturing activity. In this environment of heightened market optimism, identifying high-growth tech stocks involves focusing on companies that demonstrate robust innovation and adaptability to capitalize on emerging trends and technological advancements.

As February 2026 begins, U.S. stock indexes have shown a strong start with the Dow climbing 515 points and the S&P 500 nearing record highs, reflecting a positive sentiment in the market despite ongoing economic uncertainties such as delayed jobs reports and geopolitical tensions. In this environment of fluctuating indices and evolving trade dynamics, growth companies with high insider ownership can present intriguing opportunities for investors seeking robust revenue expansion, as these...

As February begins, the U.S. stock market has shown a robust start with major indexes like the Dow Jones Industrial Average and S&P 500 ending sharply higher. For those looking to invest in smaller or newer companies, penny stocks—despite their name's vintage feel—can still offer surprising value. This article explores three penny stocks that demonstrate financial strength and potential for long-term growth, offering an intriguing opportunity for investors seeking to diversify their...

As February 2026 unfolds, the U.S. stock market is experiencing a robust start with major indices like the Dow Jones and S&P 500 posting significant gains, reflecting optimism despite recent economic uncertainties such as delayed jobs data due to a government shutdown. In this dynamic environment, identifying promising small-cap stocks requires a keen eye for companies that not only demonstrate resilience in fluctuating economic conditions but also possess unique growth potential that can...

As February 2026 begins, major U.S. stock indexes have surged, with the Dow Jones Industrial Average gaining 515 points and the S&P 500 nearing a record high, reflecting investor optimism amid recent economic developments. In this buoyant market environment, dividend stocks can offer a compelling opportunity for investors seeking steady income and potential growth, especially as companies continue to navigate evolving trade dynamics and economic policies.