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Education stocks sit at the crossroad of policy and profit, and the new Trump administration student visa rule is a powerful reminder of how fast that connection can change. A potential one third drop in international student enrollment and a hit of up to US$400b to annual economic output could reshape demand, funding and growth plans across the sector. For investors, that creates both risk and opportunity. This article looks at three education related stocks exposed to this news and explains...

Primoris Services (PRIM) is back in the spotlight after multiple law firms launched securities class actions and investigations tied to cost overruns, project execution issues, and executive departures in its renewable energy portfolio. See our latest analysis for Primoris Services. At a share price of $85.53, Primoris Services has seen pressure build in recent months, with the 30 day share price return down 8.14% and the 90 day share price return down 49.37%. However, the 3 year total...

Apollo-managed funds recently completed the acquisitions of Emerald Holding and Questex, and separately committed US$1.50 billion to Keppel Ltd.’s Keppel Offshore Fund to support offshore energy assets in Southeast Asia. Together, these moves broaden Apollo’s exposure to B2B events and infrastructure-related energy assets, underpinned by a newly appointed leadership team at the combined Emerald-Questex platform. We’ll now examine how Apollo’s large commitment to Keppel’s offshore energy fund...

Nucor reported a second consecutive quarterly record for steel mill shipments in Q2. The company also posted Q2 earnings and revenue that were well ahead of prior expectations. Recent results highlight strong underlying demand and supportive sector and policy conditions for Nucor. Nucor, traded as NYSE:NUE, is coming off a strong run, with the stock up 7.4% over the past week and 46.3% year to date. The current share price of $247.86 sits against a 1 year return of 73.8%, which puts recent...

In the last week, the United States market has been flat, but over the past 12 months, it has experienced a 15% rise with earnings forecasted to grow by 17% annually. In this environment, identifying stocks that are potentially undervalued with insider buying can be a strategic approach for investors looking to capitalize on growth opportunities within small-cap companies.

Over the last seven days, the United States market has remained flat, yet it has experienced a 15% rise over the past year with earnings projected to grow by 17% annually. In this environment, identifying stocks that may be priced below their estimated value can offer potential opportunities for investors looking to capitalize on undervalued assets.

Over the last 7 days, the United States market has remained flat, yet it has seen a 15% increase over the past year with earnings expected to grow by 17% annually in the coming years. In this context of steady market performance and promising growth prospects, companies with high insider ownership can be particularly appealing as they often align management's interests with those of shareholders while potentially achieving significant earnings growth.

In the last week, the market has been flat, but it is up 15% over the past year, with earnings forecast to grow by 17% annually. Though the term 'penny stock' might sound like a relic of past trading days, these smaller or newer companies can still offer surprising value when built on solid financials. We've selected three examples of penny stocks that combine balance sheet strength with potential for outsized gains, giving investors the chance to discover hidden value in quality companies.

The market has been flat in the last week but has shown a 15% increase over the past year, with earnings projected to grow by 17% annually. In such an environment, dividend stocks like CompX International can offer investors a stable income stream and potential for growth, making them worthwhile considerations.

Even when a business is losing money, it's possible for shareholders to make money if they buy a good business at the...

With the business potentially at an important milestone, we thought we'd take a closer look at RenovoRx, Inc.'s...

After a strong 65.8% gain over the past year, Hinge Health no longer looks like an obvious bargain, and the valuation checks now lean toward a stock that is closer to fairly priced than clearly cheap. Hinge Health has delivered a 65.8% return over the last 12 months, which puts added scrutiny on whether the current price still leaves enough room for further upside. Future revenue growth and progress toward stronger cash flow can support the current valuation, while any setback in scaling the...

Helios Technologies Q2 earnings announcement and call Helios Technologies (HLIO) is in focus after the company said it will release its second quarter 2026 financial results on August 10, followed by an investor conference call and webcast. The event matters because Helios Technologies is expected to report year over year earnings growth, and recent estimate revisions have turned slightly more cautious, which may influence how investors interpret the upcoming numbers. See our latest analysis...

First Citizens BancShares (FCNC.A) is in focus after releasing second quarter 2026 results, along with fresh earnings guidance and an updated capital return picture that includes buybacks and a reaffirmed dividend. See our latest analysis for First Citizens BancShares. At a share price of $2,137.36, First Citizens BancShares has seen a 7.76% 90 day share price return, while the 1 year total shareholder return of 4.7% sits against a much stronger 3 year total shareholder return of 51.06%. This...

Liberty Energy Inc. ( NYSE:LBRT ) just released its second-quarter report and things are looking bullish. It was...

Jefferies Financial Group has more than doubled investors' money over the past 5 years, yet current checks suggest the stock no longer looks clearly cheap, with the intrinsic value estimate pointing to a premium to the market price and standard earnings multiples sitting closer to fair. Over 5 years, Jefferies Financial Group has delivered a 103.5% total return, which puts recent valuation concerns into the context of a strong longer term gain. On one side, Jefferies' role as an advisor and...

Lamb Weston Holdings stock has rebounded recently, yet the longer term record and current valuation checks suggest investors should treat the recovery with some caution. After a difficult few years, the key issue is whether the current price still leaves enough room for attractive risk adjusted returns. Over the past 3 years the share price has fallen about 45%, which signals that the market has materially reset expectations for Lamb Weston Holdings. Future earnings expectations may be...

Oil prices are surging again as conflict in the Middle East disrupts supply, and that is colliding with record spending on AI data centers and cloud infrastructure. Higher energy bills can quietly erode margins, stretch payback periods on US$725b of AI investment and pressure stocks that rely on power hungry server farms. This article looks at three stocks that appear more exposed to this energy shock. All three are covered as potential downside cases, helping you spot where rising oil, gas...

Marsh & McLennan Companies (MRSH) reported second quarter 2026 earnings on July 21, with sales of US$7,404 million and net income of US$1,266 million compared with the prior year period. See our latest analysis for Marsh & McLennan Companies. Marsh & McLennan Companies has seen a 30 day share price return of 8.45% and a 90 day share price return of 7.31%, while the 1 year total shareholder return is down 9.31%. This points to improving short term momentum alongside a softer longer term...

Even when a business is losing money, it's possible for shareholders to make money if they buy a good business at the...

eBay (EBAY) is back in focus after the company and several former executives agreed to a long-running settlement with reporters David and Ina Steiner, addressing a 2019 cyberstalking campaign and related conduct. See our latest analysis for eBay. For investors, the settlement arrives after a strong run in eBay’s stock, with the share price at US$113.21 and a year to date share price return of 30.04%. Momentum has generally been positive, reflected in a 4.95% 1 month share price return and...

Choice Hotels International’s WoodSpring Suites brand was recently ranked the #1 Economy Extended Stay Hotel Brand in JD Power’s 2026 North America Hotel Guest Satisfaction Index Study, leading the segment across all six evaluated dimensions. This marks WoodSpring Suites’ fifth consecutive year at the top of its category, underscoring sustained guest satisfaction strength within Choice Hotels’ extended stay portfolio. We’ll now explore how WoodSpring Suites’ five-year streak of top JD Power...

MDU Resources Group (MDU) stock is drawing attention after a recent price move that leaves it trading around $20.89. Investors are weighing this level in relation to the company’s regulated utility profile and recent return history. See our latest analysis for MDU Resources Group. Over the past few months, MDU Resources Group’s share price has eased from recent levels, with a 30 day share price return down 4.52% and a 90 day share price return down 5.05%, while the 1 year total shareholder...

In July 2026, Lemonade announced that its app-based renters insurance became available in Maine, offering flexible coverage, digital claims handling, with about 40% processed instantly, and prices starting at US$5 per month. This move extends Lemonade’s reach to more than 3 million active customers across an additional state, reinforcing its technology-centric, low-cost model in the renters insurance market. Next, we’ll examine how expanding low-cost, app-based renters coverage into Maine...