U.S. Medical Equipment Stock News

Dolby Laboratories (DLB) stock is back in focus after the company and Hisense launched Dolby Vision 2 on select televisions, with major streamers CANAL+, iQIYI, and Peacock committing to use the new capabilities. See our latest analysis for Dolby Laboratories. Alongside the Dolby Vision 2 rollout with Hisense and fresh commitments from streamers, Dolby Laboratories’ share price has gained clear short term momentum, with a 30 day share price return of 24.04% contrasting with a 1 year total...

In August 2026, Inspire Medical Systems reported second-quarter 2026 results showing sales of US$200.58 million, down from US$217.09 million a year earlier, but swinging from a US$3.59 million net loss to a US$0.314 million net profit with basic and diluted earnings per share of US$0.01 from continuing operations. For the first half of 2026, sales softened and the company reported a higher net loss than a year ago, yet management raised full-year 2026 revenue guidance to...

In the past quarter, RPC, Inc. reported second-quarter 2026 results showing sales rising to US$460.87 million and net income of US$12.08 million, while the Board declared a regular quarterly cash dividend of US$0.04 per share payable in September 2026. Although sales increased both in the quarter and year-to-date, earnings per share were flat for the quarter and lower for the first half, highlighting pressure on profitability even as the company maintained its regular dividend payout. We’ll...

In the second quarter of 2026, Hercules Capital, Inc. reported revenue of US$149.11 million and net income of US$130.18 million, both higher than the same period a year earlier, and for the first half of 2026 it also posted increased revenue and net income alongside higher earnings per share from continuing operations. Alongside these stronger earnings, Hercules Capital affirmed a regular quarterly dividend of US$0.47 per share and declared a US$0.07 supplemental distribution for the second...

California Water Service Group stock has delivered a solid 17.6% year to date return, yet current valuation checks suggest investors are paying a premium rather than getting a clear bargain. The 17.6% gain year to date may reflect growing optimism around the business, which raises the bar for what needs to go right from here. Recent approval for meaningful rate adjustments and planned infrastructure investment can support future cash flows, while execution and integration risks around...

Why Exelon stock is back in focus after second quarter earnings Exelon (EXC) is drawing fresh attention after reporting second quarter 2026 results that showed higher sales and revenue year on year, while net income and earnings per share from continuing operations held broadly steady. For the three months to June 30, Exelon reported sales and revenue of US$5,967 million compared with US$5,427 million a year earlier. Net income was US$396 million versus US$391 million, with basic and diluted...

Why Kosmos Energy Stock Is Back in Focus After Q2 Results Kosmos Energy (KOS) is drawing fresh attention after its 3 August 2026 update, which combined stronger second quarter earnings, higher production volumes and new guidance for the rest of the year. The company reported second quarter revenue of US$617.04 million compared with US$393.52 million a year earlier. Net income shifted to a profit of US$184.78 million, following a net loss of US$87.74 million in the prior year period. Basic and...

RB Global, Inc. has already reported its second-quarter 2026 results, with revenue of US$1,317.1 million and net income of US$143.5 million, alongside higher earnings per share versus a year earlier and completion of a US$150.24 million share repurchase tranche covering 1,445,419 shares. The company has paired this earnings improvement with a higher gross transaction value outlook, a larger quarterly dividend, ongoing buybacks, and the completed BigIron acquisition, underlining management’s...

Berkshire Hathaway just shifted from hoarding cash to putting tens of billions to work, and that change in attitude toward buybacks and equities puts a fresh spotlight on companies that quietly return large amounts of cash to shareholders. If you care about dividend checks and shrinking share counts, this is a moment worth watching. In this article, you will see 3 stocks exposed to this news-driven theme, all drawn from a buyback-focused value screener. The three buyback-driven value stocks...

In the past week, Portland General Electric Company filed with the Federal Energy Regulatory Commission to significantly update Attachment G of its Open Access Transmission Tariff, replacing its long-standing Network Operating Agreement framework with a detailed pro forma agreement that aligns with current industry practices without increasing rates. Alongside this regulatory update, PGE reported second-quarter 2026 results showing slightly higher revenue of US$814 million and higher...

Q2 earnings and dividend moves set the tone for Main Street Capital Main Street Capital (MAIN) just paired a strong second quarter showing, including an 18.9% annualized return on equity and record net asset value, with a higher regular dividend and a new supplemental payout. See our latest analysis for Main Street Capital. The recent earnings beat and dividend actions have come alongside a sharp rebound in Main Street Capital’s share price, with a 30 day share price return of 11.54% and a 90...

Advanced Energy Industries stock has delivered a strong 282.1% total return over the past 5 years, and at around US$325 per share it no longer looks obviously cheap or clearly expensive, with valuation checks sending a more balanced message instead of a one sided signal. A 282.1% gain over 5 years highlights how strongly the market has rewarded Advanced Energy Industries, which raises the bar for what counts as good value today. Expectations for higher demand across semiconductor, data...

AMETEK earnings and dividend update AMETEK (AME) stock is in focus after the company reported higher second quarter sales and net income compared to a year earlier, raised full year guidance, and affirmed its regular quarterly dividend. See our latest analysis for AMETEK. AMETEK shares trade at US$253.66 after a run of stronger sessions, with a 30 day share price return of 8.41% and a 1 year total shareholder return of 40.19%. This suggests momentum has been building around the latest...

Why Verisk Analytics Stock Is Back In Focus After Q2 2026 Verisk Analytics (VRSK) is drawing fresh attention after Q2 2026 results showed continued revenue growth, reaffirmed full year guidance, and new AI driven catastrophe analytics launches alongside the McKenzie Intelligence Services acquisition. See our latest analysis for Verisk Analytics. The Q2 2026 update, dividend affirmation, ongoing buybacks, and AI focused product launches have come against a mixed backdrop for Verisk Analytics,...

Cadence Design Systems recently reported strong second-quarter 2026 results, with revenue of US$1,584.45 million and net income of US$367.08 million, and also continued its long-running share repurchase program, which has now retired 37,521,853 shares for US$5.21 billions since 2017. The company also raised its 2026 full-year guidance, signaling confidence in achieving 19% revenue growth with GAAP operating margins approaching the upper-20s, while preparing to showcase its technology roadmap...

The latest U.S. jobs report tells a tricky story. The unemployment rate slipped to 4.1%, yet fewer people are even looking for work and more than 1.3 million Americans left the workforce over the past year. That kind of strain can push businesses to rethink how they source and manage talent. This article looks at three staffing and workforce solutions stocks exposed to these pressures and explains why they may merit a closer look in the current environment. The three stocks covered below are...

Earnings guidance change and new partnership set the context for Vertex Pharmaceuticals stock Vertex Pharmaceuticals (VRTX) recently reported second quarter 2026 results, updated its full year revenue guidance, and announced a new collaboration with AbCellera Biologics on multispecific T cell engagers for autoimmune diseases. See our latest analysis for Vertex Pharmaceuticals. Vertex Pharmaceuticals has seen steady positive momentum, with the share price at US$496.07 and a 90 day share price...

General American Investors Company, Inc. reported half-year 2026 results on July 31, 2026, with revenue of US$12.67 million and net income of US$187.19 million, largely reflecting investment activity. The wide gap between modest revenue and very large net income underlines the company’s identity as an actively managed closed-end fund seeking capital gains rather than operating income. We will examine how this investment-gain-driven earnings profile shapes General American Investors’...

In late July 2026, Check Point Software Technologies reported second-quarter results with revenue of US$673.6 million and launched its AI Network Firewall within the R82.20 software release, while also providing third-quarter 2026 revenue guidance of US$665 million to US$685 million and maintaining full-year guidance. The combination of a new AI Defense Plane, continued share repurchases totaling about US$12.43 billion since 2016, and steady subscription growth signals how Check Point is...

Super Group (SGHC) has delivered a very large 3 year return, yet the current checks still suggest the stock leans cheap rather than stretched on valuation. Over the past 3 years, Super Group (SGHC) has returned about 3.7x for shareholders. This puts extra focus on whether the current price still offers value or mainly reflects past gains. The recently announced partnership with Manchester United can support expectations for future revenue and brand reach. At the same time, any slowdown in...

Geopolitics in the Middle East rarely feel far from financial markets, and the latest twists around Israel, Gaza and shifting U.S. pressure are again putting risk and opportunity side by side for investors. Regional uncertainty can change how money flows into large, established companies tied to infrastructure and reconstruction themes. This article walks through 3 stocks exposed to these headlines and explains why some investors are watching them more closely right now. The stocks covered...

Why Republic Services Stock Is Back in Focus After Q2 2026 Republic Services (RSG) is back on investor radar after its Q2 2026 report showed higher revenue, margin expansion, and continued pricing power, followed by raised full year guidance and fresh capital return moves. See our latest analysis for Republic Services. Republic Services' recent Q2 report, higher full year guidance, dividend increase on July 28, and continued buybacks appear to be supporting momentum, with a 90 day share price...

ITT has delivered a strong 128.8% return over the past five years, yet the current checks offer a split verdict, with the Discounted Cash Flow (DCF) intrinsic value estimate pointing to upside while earnings-based multiples lean expensive. Over five years ITT has returned 128.8%, which puts recent gains in the context of a stock that has already created substantial value for long term holders. The recent share price reaction to stronger profitability can support higher cash flow...

Progress Software stock reacts to new agentic AI push Progress Software (PRGS) is in focus after the company introduced agentic AI capabilities to its Sitefinity Generative CMS, embedding AI agents directly into content workflows for analysis, optimization, review and page level intelligence. See our latest analysis for Progress Software. Progress Software shares have picked up momentum, with a 13.15% 1 month share price return and a 51% 3 month share price return, even though the 1 year...