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Why Fox stock is in focus after the FOX AdStudio update Fox (FOXA) has come into focus after highlighting the rollout of FOX AdStudio with iSpot, a partnership that gives advertisers near real time attribution and links TV ad exposure to measurable consumer actions. This development centers on performance oriented advertising. It aims to show brands how campaigns on Fox properties connect to outcomes such as box office revenue, store visits and other conversion measures across linear TV and...

HNI (HNI) stock is in focus after the company released second quarter 2026 results and issued updated guidance that points to further growth in Workplace Furnishings, including a very large contribution from Steelcase. See our latest analysis for HNI. The fresh guidance around Workplace Furnishings, including the large Steelcase contribution, arrives as HNI’s short-term momentum strengthens. The company has a 1-month share price return of 10.75% and a 3-month share price return of 20.22%,...

Lazard, Inc. reported second-quarter 2026 net income of US$4.81 million, a sharp drop from US$55.35 million a year earlier, while six-month net income eased to US$105.72 million and earnings per share declined on both a quarterly and year-to-date basis. At the same time, Lazard reaffirmed a US$0.50 quarterly dividend and expanded its long-running share repurchase authorization to US$3.80 billion, signaling continued capital returns even as near-term profitability softened. We’ll now examine...

In July 2026, Sanmina Corporation reported third-quarter results showing sales of US$3.46 billion and net income of US$117.13 million, alongside updated guidance for fourth-quarter revenue of US$3.3 billion to US$3.6 billion. Management also raised full-year revenue guidance to US$14.0 billion to US$14.3 billion, signaling increased confidence in the company’s operational momentum and order visibility. We’ll now examine how Sanmina’s stronger third-quarter earnings and higher full-year...

With inflation trends tied to energy prices, shifting central bank expectations and strong signals from areas like semiconductors and commodities, many investors are looking for companies that management teams clearly back with their own capital. Fast growing stocks with high insider ownership can offer that mix. The focus is on companies where analysts see optimistic prospects and insiders have meaningful skin in the game. This article walks through that theme and highlights 3 stocks from...

Principal Financial Group, Inc. recently reported past second-quarter 2026 results, with revenue rising to US$3,905.8 million and diluted EPS from continuing operations edging higher year over year, while net income was slightly lower, and also increased its quarterly dividend to US$0.8400 per share payable on September 25, 2026. Over the same period, the company completed a sizable share repurchase under its February 2025 authorization, retiring 5,384,344 shares for about US$516.28 million,...

Morningstar, Inc. recently reported past second-quarter 2026 results showing sales of US$663.2 million and net income of US$107.8 million, alongside continued share repurchases under its existing buyback program. The company also completed rebranding the CRSP Market Indexes to the Morningstar Market Indexes, bringing benchmarks linked to more than US$3.00 trillion in investor assets directly under the Morningstar name. Next, we will examine how Morningstar’s higher quarterly earnings and...

What Itron’s latest earnings and guidance tell you Itron (ITRI) released second quarter results that showed lower revenue and net income compared to a year earlier, while also giving investors specific revenue ranges for the third quarter and full year 2026. See our latest analysis for Itron. Itron’s recent earnings update and ongoing share repurchases sit against a mixed price picture, with a strong 18.33% 7 day share price return and 16.70% 90 day share price return, but a 1 year total...

In late July 2026, Vericel Corporation reported second-quarter revenue of US$77.46 million, a move to net income of US$2.21 million, raised its 2026 total revenue guidance to US$330–US$340 million, reaffirmed a gross margin target of about 75%, and authorized a US$200 million share repurchase program with no expiration. Beyond the headline growth, the combination of a swing to quarterly profitability, higher full-year revenue expectations, and a sizeable open-ended buyback underscores...

Middlesex Water (MSEX) has attracted fresh attention after reporting second quarter and six month 2026 results, with higher sales and net income compared with a year earlier, along with a recently affirmed quarterly dividend. See our latest analysis for Middlesex Water. The recent earnings and dividend news for Middlesex Water sit against a backdrop of firming momentum, with a 12.51% 90 day share price return and a 12.34% 1 year total shareholder return contrasting with weaker three and five...

Western Union (WU) has come under renewed focus after second quarter earnings missed expectations, earnings per share declined, and management updated full year revenue guidance while outlining fresh cost saving plans. See our latest analysis for Western Union. Western Union's latest earnings update and guidance adjustment have coincided with sharp share price weakness, with the stock down 31.1% on a year to date share price return and a 58.0% decline on the 5 year total shareholder return...

Rising long term government bond yields, sticky mortgage rates near 7%, and concerns about government debt are reshaping the risk and reward trade off for financial stocks. Some banks and insurers in our Financial Sector Stocks screener could see their earnings mix, funding costs, and balance sheets tested by this new rate backdrop. Others may find pockets of opportunity as pricing and underwriting power shift. This article walks through three stocks from the screener that appear positively...

AI infrastructure stocks sit at the crossroads of real-world hardware and the software stories that usually get all the attention. While inflation, energy prices, and interest rate decisions keep shifting the macro backdrop, the companies that build and run the physical backbone of AI are focused on turning that demand into cash flow. This AI Infrastructure Stocks screener filters for businesses that already show revenue growth and the ability to convert sales into liquid capital. In this...

AeroVironment (AVAV) is back in focus after announcing a collaboration with Applied Intuition to integrate Acuity ISR/Strike autonomy software into its Mayhem 10 launched effects system for military applications. See our latest analysis for AeroVironment. For context, AeroVironment’s 1-day share price return of 1.91% comes after a year-to-date share price decline of 41.70%. The 1-year total shareholder return is down 42.57%, while the 3-year total shareholder return is still up 54.60%. This...

With central banks still locked on inflation, energy prices swinging on geopolitics and governments focused on security spending, many investors are looking for themes that feel grounded in long-term demand. The Aerospace And Defense screener highlights companies that build or support aircraft and defense systems, an area closely watched whenever geopolitical risk and policy debates heat up. This article walks through 3 stocks from that screener and explains why they stand out today so you...

Earlier this week, Allison Transmission Holdings (NYSE: ALSN) reported its latest quarterly results following an earnings preview that had called for revenue to rise very sharply year on year after a previously flat period. Analysts had largely maintained their forecasts heading into the announcement, suggesting steady confidence in Allison’s ability to meet those elevated revenue expectations. We’ll now explore how these heightened revenue expectations heading into earnings influence...

Sandisk (SNDK) is back in focus after a sharp reset in AI infrastructure stocks that included forced selling and margin calls, even as large tech customers keep their AI spending plans in place. See our latest analysis for Sandisk. At a latest share price of $1,214.83, Sandisk has seen its short term momentum reverse sharply, with the 1 day, 7 day and 30 day share price returns declining 5.09%, 15.43% and 40.22% respectively. However, the year to date share price return of 341.37% and 1 year...

Ormat Technologies (ORA) is back in focus after reporting significant revenue growth in its energy storage and product segments and reaffirming full-year 2026 revenue guidance, setting the stage for its upcoming Q2 earnings update. See our latest analysis for Ormat Technologies. At a share price of US$97.58, Ormat Technologies has seen its 30 day share price return decline 12.04% and its year to date share price return fall 14.20%. In comparison, the 1 year total shareholder return of 10.49%...

WESCO International (WCC) is back on investor radars after reporting record second quarter 2026 results, lifting its full year outlook as data center infrastructure and grid services became key earnings drivers. See our latest analysis for WESCO International. The recent earnings beat and higher 2026 guidance have kept momentum in WESCO International’s corner, with the 30 day share price return of 7.10% and year to date share price return of 36.24% adding to a 1 year total shareholder return...

Lockheed Martin (LMT) stock is back in focus after the U.S. government awarded the company a seven year undefinitized contract modification worth up to US$53.86 billion for PAC-3 Missile Segment Enhancement interceptors. See our latest analysis for Lockheed Martin. The PAC-3 contract news lands on top of a strong run in Lockheed Martin stock, with a 30 day share price return of 11.67% and year to date share price return of 17.23%. Including dividends, the 1 year total shareholder return of...

In late July 2026, DexCom, Inc. reported second-quarter results showing revenue of US$1,308.4 million and net income of US$249.1 million, and raised its full-year 2026 revenue guidance to US$5.18 billion–US$5.25 billion alongside higher margin expectations. The company highlighted rapid progress in securing coverage for type 2 diabetes patients not using insulin, advancing next-generation CGM sensors, and expanding internationally, reinforcing the importance of this broader metabolic health...

First Mid Bancshares stock has delivered a strong 84.4% return over the past three years, yet the valuation checks send a mixed message. The Excess Returns intrinsic value estimate points to meaningful upside, while earnings-based multiples look closer to fair. Over the past 3 years, First Mid Bancshares has returned 84.4%, which puts extra focus on whether the current price still leaves room for further value to be realised. Stronger recent earnings and revenue have supported sentiment...

Cullen/Frost Bankers, Inc. recently reported second-quarter 2026 results, with net interest income rising to US$447.73 million and net income to US$172.06 million, alongside slightly lower net charge-offs of US$9.53 million and board approval of common and preferred dividends payable on September 15, 2026. The combination of higher earnings, improved credit costs and continued cash returns to both common and preferred shareholders has strengthened the perception of Cullen/Frost’s operating...

International Business Machines (IBM) has been hit by weaker consulting and hardware sales in its preliminary second quarter, prompting lower full year revenue guidance and renewed scrutiny of how its quantum ambitions relate to the stock. See our latest analysis for International Business Machines. Against this backdrop of softer consulting and hardware trends, IBM's share price has fallen 21.9% over the past month and is down 23.3% year to date. However, the 3 year total shareholder return...