U.S. Mortgage Finance Stock News

If you have been watching Acadian Asset Management (NYSE:AAMI), today’s options market activity might have caught your attention. Traders are focusing on the October 2025 $22.5 put contracts, and this is driving their implied volatility higher than most other options available. Such activity often appears when investors anticipate a significant move ahead, whether it results in a sharp rally or a sell-off. Alongside a recent increase in optimism from analysts and upward revisions to earnings...

If you are holding shares of Southern (SO) or considering an investment, the company’s recent price swing might have you rethinking your next move. Southern has not captured attention with a major announcement or surprise this week, but the stock has edged lower. This often leads investors to reassess whether the current valuation is accurate. For many, these shifts prompt a closer examination of long-term prospects rather than focusing solely on short-term fluctuations. A quick review of the...

Twilio Inc. (NYSE:TWLO) was recently added to several S&P indices, including the S&P 1000, S&P 400, S&P Composite 1500, and S&P 400 Information Technology sector, following a series of announcements made earlier in August 2025. Index inclusion can often drive significant fund-driven demand as investment funds tracking these indices adjust portfolios to include the newly added company, potentially impacting trading volumes and investor interest. We'll explore how Twilio's multiple index...

Earlier this month, Southwest Airlines announced the launch of Getaways by Southwest, its new in-house vacation packages product offering bundled air, hotel, car, and ground transportation options, along with new route expansions at Knoxville, Tennessee, and additional service from San Diego starting in 2026. This move marks a significant push into the vacation packaging market for Southwest, leveraging enhanced flexibility, loyalty rewards, and expanded travel itineraries to attract a...

In August 2025, Thermo Fisher Scientific opened a 375,000-square-foot carbon-neutral manufacturing center in North Carolina and received FDA approval for its Oncomine Dx Target Test as a companion diagnostic for a newly approved lung cancer therapy. Expansion into advanced manufacturing for laboratory consumables and leadership in precision oncology diagnostics positions Thermo Fisher at the forefront of supporting life sciences innovation in the U.S. and globally. We'll review how Thermo...

Estée Lauder Companies recently reported a fourth quarter and full-year net loss, with quarterly sales falling to US$3.41 billion and a US$425 million impairment charge on intangible assets for the period ended June 30, 2025. This marks a shift from the previous year's profitability, as the company posted a full-year net loss of US$1.13 billion compared to net income of US$390 million, alongside a confirmed quarterly dividend and guidance for modest sales growth and earnings recovery in the...

The latest buzz around Wix.com (NasdaqGS:WIX) centers on CookieYes, a privacy compliance tool that is now fully integrated with the Wix App Market. This means that anyone running a Wix-powered website can easily add robust cookie consent management and meet GDPR and similar regulations without getting tangled in technical details. For investors, the significance is clear: as privacy laws become more complex worldwide, features like this could make Wix's platform more attractive for businesses...

If you have been tracking Eli Lilly's stock lately, you know there has been plenty of chatter, and more than a few eyebrow-raising moves. Deciding what to actually do with LLY can feel like reading one page from a much longer novel. Over the past month, shares saw a notable slide of just over 12%. Zoom out and you will spot major gains over the last several years. Five-year returns top 400%, thanks in no small part to record-setting drug launches and a pipeline that keeps drawing interest...

If you’re holding or thinking about Natera (NTRA), this week’s news could be a meaningful signal for your watchlist. The company just launched a new proprietary AI foundation model platform, built on one of the largest multimodal oncology datasets available, and featuring advanced applications for clinical decision support and therapeutic discovery. In addition, Natera reported strong phase III trial results for its Signatera ctDNA test in muscle-invasive bladder cancer, a step that could...

Tenable Holdings recently appointed Matthew Brown as Chief Financial Officer, effective August 21, 2025, marking a significant leadership change as he succeeds Steve Vintz, who was named Co-CEO. Brown’s extensive background in technology finance, with prior experience leading Altair Engineering’s financial strategy and M&A activities, could shape Tenable’s next phase of growth and operational focus. We'll explore how Brown’s track record in driving operational and financial excellence could...

If you have been watching Magnite (MGNI), this week’s headlines might have stopped you in your tracks. The company just announced a significant integration with Acxiom, making it Acxiom’s first programmatic partner for sell-side data activation. This move gives advertisers a streamlined way to activate both first-party and Acxiom’s third-party data directly within Magnite’s platform. The partnership promises reduced costs and additional efficiency, as well as access to enhanced forecasting...

Primoris Services Corporation has recently reported strong demand across power delivery, gas operations, and communication projects in its Utilities segment, with approximately US$1.7 billion in potential data center-related contracts being evaluated for award by the end of 2025. Recent operational measures have led to expanded gross margins and higher adjusted earnings per share for the first half of 2025, reinforcing the company’s momentum and revenue visibility in key markets. We'll...

Lumentum Holdings Inc. recently reported earnings for the fourth quarter and full year ended June 28, 2025, with quarterly sales of US$480.7 million and a return to profitability compared to the prior year's loss. The company’s transition back to positive net income and a strong year-over-year increase in revenue reflect a significant improvement in business performance. We’ll explore how the company’s improved profitability and robust sales growth influence the broader investment narrative...

If you’ve been watching Crocs (CROX) lately, you might be weighing what to do after the latest shakeup. KeyBanc just updated their stance, sticking with their positive rating but lowering their price target. This reflects worries about reduced inventory receipts, global tariff pressures, and consumers tightening their wallets. Crocs themselves have signaled a 9 to 11% revenue drop this quarter, citing the same mix of global trade uncertainty and shifting demand. This serves as a reminder that...

If you are trying to make sense of Academy Sports and Outdoors (ASO) this week, there is plenty to talk about. The company just announced its third collaboration with Whataburger, rolling out a limited-time lineup featuring both brands' signature styles and tailgate essentials, from Hey Dude shoes to coolers and jerseys. With football season around the corner and two Texas favorites joining forces, investors are naturally wondering whether this is more than just a feel-good partnership, and...

Bank of New York Mellon (BK) shares have been on the move lately, and for investors weighing their next step, that price action is hard to ignore. While there is no single catalyst behind the recent gains, the steady uptick is enough to make you pause and ask if something fundamental is shifting under the surface, or if this is simply typical market activity. With one of the world’s largest custody banks showing signs of renewed momentum, it is worth stepping back to consider what is driving...

Birkenstock Holding plc recently announced its financial results for the third quarter ended June 30, 2025, reporting sales of €635.04 million and net income of €129.23 million, both up strongly from the prior year, and reaffirmed its guidance for 2025 revenue growth at the high end of 15-17% in constant currency terms. This confirmation of upbeat guidance, combined with robust sales and earnings growth, highlights Birkenstock’s sustained momentum and resilience amid changing market...

DigitalOcean Holdings (DOCN) just wrapped up a $550 million zero coupon senior unsecured convertible note offering, and this move is catching the eye of investors across the board. It is not every day that a software and cloud infrastructure company pulls off a sizable debt raise with flexible terms like convertibility and a zero coupon. For DigitalOcean, this results in a substantial amount of new capital to deploy, likely to fuel new products, acquisitions, or larger strategic investments...

Teleflex (NYSE:TFX) just rolled out its Barrigel rectal spacer in Japan, capturing attention with a timely entrance into a crucial international market. The product, already backed by strong clinical data and now approved by Japanese regulators, also benefits from insurance coverage and the support of academic societies. With prostate cancer being the most common cancer among men in Japan, the move immediately places Teleflex in front of a large pool of patients who could benefit from this...

If you are tracking Choice Hotels International (CHH), the recent news of its upscale Cambria Hotels brand opening four new locations across the U.S. is likely on your radar. The addition of new properties in Templeton, Tampa, Plymouth, and Portland, along with an ambitious pipeline that includes Times Square and a first step into Canada, signals a clear effort to grow footprint and tap new markets. For investors, this expansion-focused move draws attention to CHH’s long-term strategy and...

Earlier this month, Waystar Holding announced it had repriced and refinanced its first lien term loan, reducing the interest rate and securing US$250 million in incremental funding tied to its planned acquisition of Iodine Software. This refinancing reflects strong lender confidence in Waystar’s financial profile and provides added balance sheet flexibility to support ongoing expansion. We’ll explore how lower debt costs and new funding for the Iodine acquisition could reshape Waystar’s...

Otis Worldwide (OTIS) just landed a significant project that could attract attention among anyone following the stock. The company has been selected by Singapore’s Land Transport Authority to supply hundreds of heavy-duty escalators and its Gen3 connected elevators for the massive new Cross Island MRT Line. With this contract, Otis reinforces its reputation for providing advanced, reliable transit solutions for some of the world’s busiest urban networks. The deal also highlights its ongoing...

If you have been watching Kroger (KR), a recent dip of about 2.6% in the past month might have caught your attention. It was not tied to any headline-grabbing announcement. These quiet moves can often be more telling than the loud ones, especially for investors weighing their next steps. With the stock now trading around $69.56, questions naturally arise about what is driving the market’s mood and if something bigger is brewing beneath the surface. Stepping back, Kroger has seen a steady...

When Samsara (IOT) announced that Gary Steele, a veteran tech executive behind the transformation of companies like Splunk and Proofpoint, would join its Board of Directors, investors sat up and took notice. Hot on the heels of a strategic partnership with HERE Technologies to bolster Samsara’s geolocation and routing capabilities, these moves combine high-profile leadership with real product expansion. While hiring board members rarely triggers major market reactions in isolation, bringing...