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Eagle Materials (NYSE:EXP) has completed its acquisition of Bullskin Stone and Lime, expanding its aggregates footprint into Western Pennsylvania. The company is advancing sustainability initiatives focused on reducing CO2 intensity and water usage across its operations. Eagle Materials plans broad price increases for 2025 in most cement and wallboard markets. Eagle Materials, a producer of cement, aggregates and gypsum wallboard, is using the Bullskin Stone and Lime acquisition to deepen...

SentinelOne (NYSE:S) corporate venture arm S Ventures joined Mesh Security's US$12m Series A funding. Mesh Security focuses on unifying enterprise cybersecurity across multiple environments. Citron Research recently highlighted SentinelOne's potential in autonomous agent protection following its Prompt Security acquisition. SentinelOne, listed on the NYSE under ticker S, is known for its AI-driven endpoint and cloud security platform that automates threat detection and response. The Mesh...

If you are wondering whether Coca-Cola's current share price reflects its long term appeal or is already baking in too much optimism, you are not alone. The stock last closed at US$74.81, with returns of 2.6% over 7 days, 8.2% over the past month, 8.2% year to date, 21.3% over 1 year and 75.1% over 5 years. These figures naturally raise questions about where value sits today. Recent coverage around Coca-Cola has focused on how the company is positioned in the global beverages market and how...

In January 2026, Alignment Healthcare appointed former Optum Insight technology leader Adnan Mansour as chief digital officer to consolidate its technology and information functions and further develop its AI-powered AVA platform for senior care. This hire signals a deeper push to embed artificial intelligence into Medicare Advantage operations at a time when regulatory scrutiny of risk adjustment and payment mechanics is intensifying. With recent Medicare Advantage payment proposals and...

Raymond James Financial (NYSE:RJF) recently closed its acquisition of Clark Capital Management Group, expanding its asset management footprint. The firm launched Rai, a proprietary AI operations agent aimed at improving advisor efficiency and internal workflows. Raymond James also recruited a Merrill Lynch team overseeing about $1b in client assets, adding to its advisor base. These moves came during a quarter in which the company reported record client assets and advisor growth. For...

What Mettler-Toledo International (MTD) Offers Investors Right Now Mettler-Toledo International (MTD) operates at the intersection of laboratory, industrial, and retail weighing equipment, giving you exposure to precision instruments used across life sciences, food production, chemicals, logistics, and academic research. The company reports revenue of US$3,941.8m and net income of US$835.7m across its global segments, including U.S., Swiss, Western European, Chinese, and other operations,...

Calix, Inc. reported past fourth-quarter 2025 revenue of US$272.45 million and net income of US$7.21 million, capping a full-year revenue of US$1.00 billion and net income of US$17.88 million, while also expanding its share repurchase authorization to US$425 million and advancing its broadband platform adoption. An interesting angle is how Calix’s record results coincide with rising cloud transition costs and a larger buyback program, highlighting a tension between near-term margin pressure...

In January 2026, Alcoa reported higher 2025 aluminum production and sharply stronger annual earnings, while issuing 2026 guidance that points to increased alumina and aluminum output driven by productivity gains and smelter restarts. An interesting detail is that Alcoa plans to ship more alumina and aluminum than it produces in 2026, highlighting the role of trading activity and externally sourced material in meeting customer demand across its vertically integrated chain. Next, we’ll examine...

Why Phillips 66 (PSX) is back on investor radar Fresh commentary around Phillips 66 (PSX) points to progress in its Refining Segment, with cost cuts, higher clean product yields and record utilization intersecting with access to discounted Canadian and Venezuelan heavy crude. For investors, the focus now shifts to whether this mix of operational improvement and feedstock pricing can be sustained or clarified when the company releases its upcoming Q4 results. See our latest analysis for...

Recent performance context for Illumina stock Illumina (ILMN) has drawn investor attention after a 1-month return of 7.8% and a past 3-month return of 20.7%, alongside a 1-year total return of 9.1% and a 3-year total return showing a 30.5% decline. See our latest analysis for Illumina. At a share price of $144.81, Illumina has recently seen short term momentum cool, with a 1 day share price return of 3.26% decline and a 7 day share price return of 3.64% decline. Its 1 year total shareholder...

Recently published analyst research highlighted HealthEquity as a leading provider of technology-enabled healthcare spending solutions with solid growth characteristics and financial strength, operating in a market supported by structural tailwinds. What stands out is HealthEquity’s identification as a Growth at a Reasonable Price candidate, where accelerating earnings trends intersect with valuation metrics that appear attractive relative to peers. We’ll now examine how HealthEquity’s GARP...

What moved Church & Dwight stock Church & Dwight (CHD) shares reacted to a cluster of updates, including fourth quarter and full year 2025 results, fresh 2026 guidance, a higher dividend, and confirmation of share repurchases. For full year 2025, Church & Dwight reported sales of US$6,203.2 million and net income of US$736.8 million. Diluted earnings per share from continuing operations were US$3.02. In the fourth quarter, sales were US$1,644.2 million, with net income of US$143.5 million...

Whirlpool (WHR) is back in focus after its fourth quarter and full year 2025 update, where revenue missed Wall Street expectations despite solid earnings metrics. In addition, a cautious 2026 outlook weighed on investor sentiment. See our latest analysis for Whirlpool. The stock reaction has been choppy around these updates, with Whirlpool’s share price at US$79.99 after a 1-day share price return of 3.94%, a 30-day share price return of 10.88% and a 1-year total shareholder return of 19.05%...

Birkenstock Holding (BIRK) is back in focus after its Investor Day, where management discussed wholesale trends, production limits, and an expanded direct-to-consumer push, including 30 planned new stores in the Americas. See our latest analysis for Birkenstock Holding. Despite the Investor Day buzz, the share price has had a tougher run, with a 30 day share price return of a 7.68% decline and a 1 year total shareholder return of a 36.15% decline, pointing to momentum that has yet to fully...

FTAI Aviation (NasdaqGS:FTAI) announced a multi year component and repair support agreement with CFM International for CFM56 engines. The agreement covers access to OEM parts, performance upgrades, and component repairs for CFM56 powerplants. This deal is focused on supporting the global fleet of CFM56 engines used on current generation narrowbody aircraft. For you as an investor, the key point is that FTAI Aviation is tightening its ties with a major engine manufacturer while focusing on...

Regulatory shift puts Qfin Holdings (QFIN) in focus New microloan rules capping yields at 12% have sharpened investor attention on Qfin Holdings (QFIN), as recent commentary suggests margin pressure but also potential share gains versus weaker microfinance competitors. See our latest analysis for Qfin Holdings. Despite recent commentary around the new yield cap and Qfin Holdings' ability to compete on funding costs, the stock has come under pressure. The 30 day share price return of 19.3% and...

Brown & Brown (NYSE:BRO) announced the passing of Chief Legal Officer Robert Mathis. The company named Eileen Akerson as interim Chief Legal Officer following his death. The leadership change affects oversight of legal, regulatory, and governance matters at the insurer and broker. Brown & Brown, a major insurance brokerage and risk management firm, operates in a sector where regulation, contracts, and compliance are central to daily business. Legal leadership plays a key role in areas such...

If you are wondering whether Fifth Third Bancorp at around US$50.22 is still reasonably priced or starting to look stretched, you are not alone. The stock has seen a 1% decline over the last 7 days, while its 30 day return stands at 7.3% and its 1 year return at 17.5%, with longer term figures of 50.7% over 3 years and 88.4% over 5 years. These moves come against a backdrop of ongoing sector wide attention on U.S. regional banks, with investors watching how balance sheets, capital levels and...

Why BOK Financial (BOKF) Is On Investors’ Radar Today BOK Financial (BOKF) has attracted attention after a recent move in its share price, with the stock’s month and past 3 months returns prompting fresh questions about how its current valuation lines up with fundamentals. See our latest analysis for BOK Financial. While the latest dip, with a 1-day share price return of 0.46% decline to US$129.94, cools very short term sentiment, the 30-day and 90-day share price returns of 9.69% and 24.25%...

OceanFirst Financial Corp. reported fourth-quarter 2025 results on January 22, 2026, with net interest income rising to US$95.28 million but net income easing to US$13.09 million, alongside net loan charge-offs of US$1.97 million and a continued quarterly dividend of US$0.20 per share. The earnings release highlighted that strong commercial and industrial loan and deposit growth came with higher merger- and outsourcing-related expenses, compressing profitability even as the board declared...

China Yuchai International: Recent Move Puts Engine Maker on Investor Radar China Yuchai International (CYD) has drawn fresh attention after a strong month, with the share price rising about 28% and a gain of roughly 22% over the past 3 months. See our latest analysis for China Yuchai International. The recent 30 day share price return of 27.83% and 90 day share price return of 22.38% sit alongside a very large 1 year total shareholder return of 324.08%. This points to strong positive...

If you are wondering whether Medpace Holdings is still good value after its strong run, you are not alone. This article focuses squarely on what you are paying for each dollar of its business today. The stock last closed at US$582.48, with returns of 3.7% over the past 30 days, 2.0% year to date, 66.8% over 1 year and 146.7% over 3 years. These figures naturally raise questions about how much future upside or risk is already reflected in the price. Recent news around Medpace has largely...

Skyworks Solutions (NasdaqGS:SWKS) has proposed a significant cash and stock offer to acquire rival Qorvo. The combined radio chip company would be valued at roughly US$22b if the deal is completed. Skyworks Solutions focuses on radio frequency chips that help smartphones and connected devices manage wireless signals. Qorvo operates in similar product areas, so a combination would bring together two sizeable suppliers in a single deal. For investors, this is a material move inside a sector...

Rezolve AI (RZLV) is back on many investors’ radar after closing a materially oversubscribed US$250 million registered direct financing. The funding round was anchored by institutional investors and is aimed at supporting growth in AI-driven and agentic commerce. See our latest analysis for Rezolve AI. Despite the fresh capital and growing attention around its agentic commerce platform, Rezolve AI’s recent share price performance has been weak, with a 7 day share price return showing a...