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NYSE:CRH
NYSE:CRHBasic Materials

Is It Time To Reassess CRH (CRH) After Its Recent Share Price Strength?

If you are looking at CRH and wondering whether its current share price really reflects what you are getting, this article walks through the key numbers that matter for value focused investors. CRH last closed at US$125.97, with returns of 17.6% over 1 year, 3.3% over 30 days, a 0.9% decline over 7 days, and a 0.4% decline year to date. These figures can influence how the market is thinking about both its growth potential and risk. Recent coverage around CRH has mainly centered on its...
NYSE:HUM
NYSE:HUMHealthcare

Humana (HUM) Valuation Reset After Earnings Miss And 2026 Medicare Advantage Profit Warning

Humana (HUM) is back in focus after its fourth quarter 2025 results and 2026 outlook pointed to lower expected profitability, with Medicare Advantage Star Ratings creating a sizeable earnings headwind despite higher revenue and membership. See our latest analysis for Humana. The recent guidance cut and Stars headwind have gone hand in hand with a sharp reset in expectations, with a 30 day share price return of 32.84% decline and a 1 year total shareholder return of 26.46% decline pointing to...
NYSE:OSCR
NYSE:OSCRInsurance

Why Oscar Health (OSCR) Is Up 9.6% After Issuing 2026 Profit Guidance And Securing New Credit Facility

In early February 2026, Oscar Health entered into a US$475.0 million secured three-year revolving credit facility and, despite reporting a full-year 2025 net loss of US$443.15 million, issued full-year 2026 guidance calling for total revenue of US$18.7 billion to US$19.0 billion and earnings from operations of US$250 million to US$450 million. The company is pairing rapid membership growth, technology-driven efficiency efforts and expanded market reach with new financial flexibility from the...
NYSE:RBC
NYSE:RBCMachinery

How Aerospace and Defense Momentum and VACCO Deal Will Impact RBC Bearings (RBC) Investors

RBC Bearings Incorporated recently reported past third-quarter and nine-month results to December 27, 2025, with sales rising to US$461.6 million and US$1.35 billion respectively, alongside higher net income and earnings per share from continuing operations versus the prior year. Management’s new fourth-quarter net sales outlook of US$495.0 million to US$505.0 million, supported by strong aerospace and defense demand and the VACCO acquisition, highlights how defense programs and added...
NYSE:NBR
NYSE:NBREnergy Services

Nabors Reshapes Portfolio With Parker Deal Debt Cuts And Global Expansion

Nabors Industries (NYSE:NBR) completed the acquisition of Parker Wellbore, reshaping its drilling and well services footprint. The company divested Quail Tools, adjusting its business mix and asset base. Nabors Industries reported substantial debt reduction, changing the profile of its capital structure. The company advanced its international strategy through new rig deployments and joint ventures in key markets. Nabors Industries, traded on the NYSE under the ticker NBR, is a contract...
NYSE:NUE
NYSE:NUEMetals and Mining

Nucor Valuation In Focus As Tariff Uncertainty Meets Buffett Interest

Potential rollback of US steel tariffs by President Trump is back in focus, creating fresh questions for producers such as Nucor. At the same time, Warren Buffett has taken a substantial stake in Nucor, signaling his interest in NYSE:NUE during a period of possible policy change. Nucor shares last closed at $183.23, with a value score of 4 in this context. Nucor, trading as NYSE:NUE, sits at the center of this policy story because tariff changes could influence pricing power, imports, and...
NasdaqGS:AKAM
NasdaqGS:AKAMIT

Is It Too Late To Consider Akamai Technologies (AKAM) After Its Recent Share Price Jump?

If you are wondering whether Akamai Technologies is priced fairly or if there is still value on the table, this article walks through what the current share price may be implying. The stock last closed at US$111.76, with reported returns of 17.5% over 7 days, 23.3% over 30 days, 31.3% year to date, 11.7% over 1 year, 44.6% over 3 years, and 13.0% over 5 years, which gives plenty for valuation focused investors to think about. Alongside these share price moves, recent coverage around Akamai...
NYSE:NE
NYSE:NEEnergy Services

Noble’s High Spec Focus Builds Record Backlog And Fuels Share Momentum

Noble Corporation (NYSE:NE) has secured major new contract awards tied to its high-spec offshore drilling fleet. The company has completed the sale of non core jackups, concentrating its portfolio on deepwater and harsh environment assets. These deals have contributed to what Noble describes as a record industry backlog and increased exposure to the Norwegian Continental Shelf. Noble, trading at $45.82, has seen strong share price momentum, with the stock up 16.9% over the past week and...
NYSE:HR
NYSE:HRHealth Care REITs

Does Healthcare Realty Trust (HR)ʼs $1.2 Billion Portfolio Shake-Up Redefine Its Core Investment Story?

Healthcare Realty Trust Incorporated has reported past fourth-quarter 2025 results showing revenue of US$286.3 million and net income of US$14.39 million, alongside 2026 EPS guidance between a loss of US$0.05 and a profit of US$0.05 and approval of a US$0.24 per-share dividend payable in March 2026. Management highlighted that 2025 was a transformational year, with a revamped asset management platform, US$1.20 billion of asset sales exiting 14 non-core markets, improved leasing performance,...
NasdaqGS:AMD
NasdaqGS:AMDSemiconductor

The Bull Case For Advanced Micro Devices (AMD) Could Change Following AI-Focused Q4 Beat And New CMO Appointment

Advanced Micro Devices, Inc. recently reported Q4 2025 results, with sales rising to US$10.27 billion and net income reaching US$1.51 billion, and also completed a US$4.62 billion share repurchase program launched in 2022. Alongside this, AMD appointed former Salesforce president and CMO Ariel Kelman as Senior Vice President and Chief Marketing Officer to strengthen its global brand and go‑to‑market execution as it scales its AI and data center offerings. We’ll now examine how AMD’s stronger...
NYSE:BROS
NYSE:BROSHospitality

Dutch Bros (BROS) Is Down 6.7% After Detailing 2026 Expansion Plans And Food Rollout Strategy

Dutch Bros recently reported past fourth-quarter and full-year 2025 results, with revenue rising to US$443.61 million in Q4 and US$1.64 billion for the year, alongside higher net income and earnings per share. At the same time, the company set out plans to open about 181 new shops in 2026 and expand its food program nationwide, signalling an effort to build on its drive-thru coffee footprint and broaden its menu appeal. Now we’ll examine how this planned 2026 store rollout and nationwide...
NasdaqCM:AEHR
NasdaqCM:AEHRSemiconductor

A Look At Aehr Test Systems (AEHR) Valuation After New AI Data Center Contract

Aehr Test Systems (AEHR) is back in focus after securing a production contract to supply its Sonoma ultra high power test and burn in systems for next generation AI processors used in hyperscale data centers. See our latest analysis for Aehr Test Systems. The contract news has arrived alongside strong momentum, with a 90 day share price return of 41.79% and a 1 year total shareholder return of 169.03%, although the 3 year total shareholder return is a 17.01% loss. If this AI contract has...
NYSE:ES
NYSE:ESElectric Utilities

Why Eversource Energy (ES) Is Up 8.9% After 2025 Beat, 2026 Guidance And $26.5B Capex Plan

Eversource Energy recently reported past fourth-quarter and full-year 2025 results, with sales of US$3,370.2 million and US$13.55 billion respectively, and basic EPS from continuing operations of US$1.12 for the quarter and US$4.56 for the year. Alongside these results, the company issued 2026 earnings guidance of US$4.80–US$4.95 per share and outlined a US$26.50 billion capital plan centered on grid and infrastructure investment, underscoring its emphasis on regulated utility...
NasdaqGS:EZPW
NasdaqGS:EZPWConsumer Finance

Assessing EZCORP (EZPW) Valuation After Strong Q1 Results And New US$50 Million Buyback

EZCORP (EZPW) is back in focus after reporting first quarter fiscal 2026 results that showed higher revenue and net income, alongside a new three year, US$50 million share repurchase program funded by internal cash resources. See our latest analysis for EZCORP. That update landed after a strong run in EZCORP’s shares, with a 30 day share price return of 13.65% and a 90 day share price return of 36.96%. The 1 year total shareholder return of 73.02% and 5 year total shareholder return of about...
NasdaqGS:KRYS
NasdaqGS:KRYSBiotechs

Assessing Krystal Biotech (KRYS) Valuation After KB707 RMAT Designation Boosts Oncology Pipeline Prospects

Krystal Biotech (KRYS) is back in focus after the FDA granted Regenerative Medicine Advanced Therapy designation to KB707, an inhaled immunotherapy candidate for advanced or metastatic non small cell lung cancer. See our latest analysis for Krystal Biotech. Krystal Biotech’s latest KB707 RMAT news arrives while the stock trades at US$276.45, with a 34.09% 90 day share price return and an 80.40% 1 year total shareholder return. This suggests momentum has been building over both shorter and...
NasdaqCM:MARA
NasdaqCM:MARASoftware

France’s Bid to Add Xavier Niel to Exaion’s Ownership Might Change The Case For Investing In MARA (MARA)

Recently, French officials moved to ease sovereignty concerns over MARA Holdings’ controlling 64% stake in EDF subsidiary Exaion by encouraging billionaire Xavier Niel to acquire a counterbalancing interest, alongside a deal structure that allows MARA to lift its stake to 75% by 2027 and restricts EDF from bitcoin mining for two years. This intervention underscores how MARA’s push into European energy-linked digital infrastructure is intersecting with national security considerations around...
NYSE:ROL
NYSE:ROLCommercial Services

Is Rollins (ROL) Using Weather-Driven Earnings Pressure to Recalibrate Its Acquisition Playbook?

In February 2026, Rollins, Inc. reported fourth-quarter and full-year 2025 results that delivered year-on-year earnings growth but missed Wall Street revenue and profit expectations, as early winter weather reduced demand for one-time and seasonal pest control projects and weighed on margins and cash flow. At the same time, management highlighted 24 consecutive years of revenue growth and outlined plans to pursue further organic expansion and disciplined acquisitions in 2026, aiming to build...
NYSE:DHT
NYSE:DHTOil and Gas

Is DHT Holdings (DHT) Still Attractive After 51% One Year Share Price Gain

If you are wondering whether DHT Holdings is still offering value at around US$15.91 per share, it helps to step back and look at how its current price lines up with different valuation checks. The stock has posted returns of 7.0% over the last week, 16.0% over the last month, 35.5% year to date and 51.5% over the past year, so recent price moves are clearly front of mind for any investor thinking about risk and upside. Recent news flow around DHT has focused less on one off headlines and...
NYSE:LOW
NYSE:LOWSpecialty Retail

A Look At Lowe’s Companies (LOW) Valuation After Recent Job Cuts And Customer Initiatives

Lowe's Companies (LOW) is back in focus after announcing about 600 corporate and support job cuts, less than 1% of its workforce, as it reorients spending toward store operations and customer facing initiatives. See our latest analysis for Lowe's Companies. Those job cuts sit alongside other recent moves, including the MyLowe’s Rewards Kids Club launch and dividend growth, during a period where Lowe's share price has a 90 day return of 26.13% and a 5 year total shareholder return of 77.65%...
NYSE:HIW
NYSE:HIWOffice REITs

Highwoods Properties Equity Raise Signals Flexibility And Valuation Gap Opportunity

Highwoods Properties (NYSE:HIW) has launched a $300 million follow on equity offering. The company has also filed a mixed securities shelf registration covering common stock, preferred stock, and depositary shares. Management plans to use the proceeds to support growth projects, potential acquisitions, and general corporate purposes. Highwoods Properties focuses on owning, developing, and managing office properties in several key Sunbelt business districts. This region has attracted tenant...
NYSE:NI
NYSE:NIIntegrated Utilities

NiSource (NI) Is Up 5.1% After Amazon Power Deal And $28 Billion Grid Plan - Has The Bull Case Changed?

Earlier this week, NiSource reported strong fourth-quarter and full-year 2025 results, beating earnings expectations, reaffirming 2026 EPS guidance of US$2.02–US$2.07, and outlining a US$28.00 billion 2026–2030 investment plan heavily focused on utility modernization and data center-related infrastructure. The company also disclosed a long-term agreement to supply up to 2,400 MW of power to Amazon’s data centers by 2032, a deal it expects will return about US$1.00 billion in value to Indiana...
NasdaqGS:XP
NasdaqGS:XPCapital Markets

XP (NasdaqGS:XP) Margin Expansion To 29.1% Tests Cautious Growth Narratives

XP (NasdaqGS:XP) just wrapped up FY 2025 with fourth quarter revenue of R$4.8b and basic EPS of R$2.46, framed by trailing twelve month revenue of R$17.8b and EPS of R$9.80 as earnings grew 14.5% over the past year. The company has seen quarterly revenue move from R$4.12b and EPS of R$2.21 in Q3 2024 to R$4.81b and EPS of R$2.51 in Q3 2025, with full year earnings running alongside a 29.1% net profit margin that compares to 27.8% in the prior year. This gives investors a clearer read on how...
NYSE:EOG
NYSE:EOGOil and Gas

EOG Resources (EOG) Is Up 6.2% After Expanding Shale Drilling Into UAE And Bahrain

EOG Resources has recently begun drilling in a shale play in the United Arab Emirates and is preparing to drill in Bahrain, extending its hydraulic fracturing expertise into new Middle Eastern basins beyond its traditional U.S. footprint. This overseas push into unconventional resources marks a meaningful shift in how EOG diversifies its reserve base and operational exposure outside maturing domestic shale plays. We’ll now examine how EOG’s move into Middle Eastern shale, including new...
NasdaqGS:RPRX
NasdaqGS:RPRXPharmaceuticals

Royalty Pharma (RPRX) Valuation Check After Strong Portfolio Growth And 2026 Guidance Update

Royalty Pharma (RPRX) shares are in focus after the company reported double digit portfolio receipts growth, better than expected adjusted earnings, and issued 2026 guidance along with plans for further capital returns. See our latest analysis for Royalty Pharma. The latest earnings and guidance arrive after a strong run in the share price, with a 30 day share price return of 12.38% and a 1 year total shareholder return of 43.17%. This suggests momentum has been building as the market...