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Earlier this week, Blackmer, a Dover (NYSE: DOV) company, introduced a new Hydraulic Adapter Kit for its LB080 and LB160 Series Reciprocating Gas Compressors, enabling a more compact, hydraulically-driven system for mobile LPG applications. The retrofit and factory-installed kit eliminates flywheels, offering significant space savings, easier installation, and aims to lower operating costs for customers seeking greater efficiency in mobile setups. We'll now explore how the launch of this...

Stock Yards Bancorp (SYBT) just delivered some news that could catch your eye if you are weighing what to do next. Its board announced a higher quarterly cash dividend of $0.32 per share, building on a steady streak of dividend growth. For shareholders, this marks the 18th raise since 2011, signaling management’s ongoing confidence in the bank’s earning power and their commitment to rewarding investors through income, not just future growth. When a company increases its dividends and supports...

Centene (CNC) has found itself in the spotlight after abruptly withdrawing its 2025 financial guidance, following an independent review that highlighted weaker market growth and less favorable morbidity trends than previously anticipated. That move triggered a wave of class-action lawsuits claiming the company misrepresented its financial health and key metrics like enrollment. For investors, this combination of legal claims and strategic uncertainty is forcing big questions about the...

Escalade's (NASDAQ:ESCA) stock is up by a considerable 10% over the past week. However, in this article, we decided to...

Thinking about what to do with your Johnson & Johnson shares or considering a fresh entry? You are not alone. With its brand strength and decades-long reputation, JNJ remains in the headlines and in investors’ portfolios. However, recent months have added a new twist to the story and made the question of what it is really worth more interesting than ever. Let us discuss those stock price movements. Over the past 90 days, JNJ has climbed nearly 17%, and over the last month, it has added around...

The Kraft Heinz Company recently introduced the Oscar Mayer EveryBun Pack with plant-based hot dogs to the US market and launched HEINZ Mayonnaise-Style Sauces featuring new flavors in Canada, both designed to cater to evolving dietary trends and preferences. This dual approach addresses the growing demand from plant-based consumers and adventurous condiment enthusiasts, signaling Kraft Heinz’s emphasis on product innovation and inclusivity. We'll explore how Kraft Heinz’s expansion into...

At the recent Jackson Hole symposium, Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell indicated moderating inflation and steady unemployment could lead to a less restrictive monetary policy, including possible interest rate cuts. This policy shift relieved market concerns about prolonged high interest rates, sparking renewed investor optimism in the regional banking sector, including Pacific Premier Bancorp. We'll explore how expectations of potential rate cuts highlighted in Powell's remarks could...

RPM International recently marked the completion of its MAP 2025 initiative, achieving expanded margins, improved working capital, and record operational performance, while executing its largest acquisition investments to date and opening new facilities in Belgium and Malaysia. These moves have further strengthened RPM’s global operational capabilities and set the stage for leveraging significant integration and innovation synergies across its expanded business portfolio. We'll explore how...

Palantir Technologies (PLTR) has caught the eye of investors once again after its shares moved 1.6% higher at the close. While this shift is not tied to a specific event, the uptick may have some wondering if changing sentiment or technical factors are behind the latest action. For those deciding what to do with Palantir, curiosity is justified. Sometimes these moves hint at broader market expectations around the company’s long-term narrative. Zooming out, Palantir has posted meaningful...

On August 20, 2025, JBT Marel Corporation executed an amendment to its Second Amended and Restated Credit Agreement, reducing the cost of its Term B Loans by removing a ten basis point credit spread adjustment and lowering the loan margin linked to leverage ratios. This adjustment is significant as it decreases expected interest expense, potentially enhancing the company's financial flexibility and operational efficiency going forward. We'll explore how lowering debt costs through this...

Simpson Manufacturing recently reported stronger-than-expected second quarter 2025 results, driven by robust North American sales and successful price increases, leading to improved analyst sentiment and upward earnings estimate revisions. This performance has set the company apart from its construction sector peers and reinforced confidence in its operational execution and market positioning. We'll examine how Simpson Manufacturing's outperformance in North America and effective pricing...

If you have been tracking Kratos Defense & Security Solutions lately, you are probably asking yourself the same thing many investors are right now: is this stock truly worth its price, or is there an opportunity being overlooked? With its shares closing at $66.71 recently, Kratos has grabbed market attention after an undeniably impressive run. Just look at the numbers: up almost 153% year to date, and a staggering 193% gain over the last year. That’s more than what you see in most defense...

In recent days, BlackRock's Investment Institute issued its highest-ever recommendation to increase hedge fund exposure and revealed plans for a new retirement fund incorporating private equity and private credit, following the Institute's latest portfolio guidance. This shift highlights BlackRock's ambition to lead in alternative investments as access to private markets expands and diversification becomes a priority for many investors. We’ll examine how BlackRock’s bold move into...

Earlier in August 2025, HP Inc. introduced the next generation of its OMEN and HyperX gaming ecosystems, unveiling new AI-powered products like the OMEN MAX 45L desktop and HyperX FlipCast microphone designed for enhanced gaming and creator experiences. This launch signals HP's commitment to leveraging artificial intelligence and advanced hardware to address evolving demands in the gaming and digital creation markets. Next, we'll explore how the rollout of HP's AI-driven gaming products...

Targa Resources (TRGP) just turned heads with its latest second-quarter earnings report, posting a surge in revenue and more than double the net income compared to last year. Alongside these financials, the company also upped the confidence by reaffirming its full-year guidance and highlighting ambitious plans to boost LPG export capacity in the next couple of years. While news like this usually drives optimism, a recent uptick in insider selling adds a wrinkle that has investors watching...

Adtalem Global Education (NYSE:ATGE) just delivered quarterly results that cleared analyst expectations on both revenue and earnings. Results surprised on the upside by nearly 10% and 4%, respectively. The gains resulted from continued enrollment growth, tighter operational controls, and solid student outcomes. Management credits these results to focused execution. Even with higher expenses and lingering margin pressures in the Medical and Veterinary segment, investors appeared to see enough...

If you’re unsure about what to do with FedEx (FDX) right now, you’re not alone. The company recently rolled out a complex fixed-income exchange offer on a range of bonds with maturities well into the 2040s. At nearly the same time, FedEx also named a new chief digital and information officer, bringing in leadership with significant technology expertise. For investors, these two developments signal FedEx’s intent to modernize both its operations and its approach to managing the balance sheet...

Utz Brands (UTZ) just announced it will be shuttering its Grand Rapids manufacturing facility and laying off 75 employees as part of a plan to streamline operations and optimize resources. For shareholders on the sidelines, this type of restructuring move usually grabs attention, as it can hint at cost savings and a more focused business model, but it also raises questions about market headwinds and growth prospects. When a company decides to tighten its footprint, investors have to weigh...

We'd be surprised if Tennant Company ( NYSE:TNC ) shareholders haven't noticed that the Senior VP & Chief Commercial...

Vertiv Holdings Co (NYSE:VRT) is back in the spotlight after its shares logged a month-long slide that might leave some investors wondering what’s going on. In the absence of a clear event or catalyst, the recent dip could be seen as a routine breather for a stock that was setting new highs not long ago. However, any unexpected move in a name like Vertiv, which has captured attention for its data center and critical infrastructure exposure, tends to make investors pause, especially those...

If you’ve been keeping an eye on Cathay General Bancorp (CATY), you likely noticed the recent surge in its stock price. This move came just after Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell’s comments at the Jackson Hole symposium, which signaled a possible change in interest rate policy. Powell’s hints at rate cuts breathed new life into regional banks, putting Cathay General Bancorp firmly in the spotlight for investors balancing income and growth considerations. While the company did affirm...

PROS Holdings, Inc.'s ( NYSE:PRO ) price-to-sales (or "P/S") ratio of 2.2x might make it look like a strong buy right...

If you have Amphastar Pharmaceuticals (AMPH) on your radar, the company’s latest move may spark some fresh debates about where this stock is headed. Amphastar just unveiled an exclusive licensing deal with Nanjing Anji Biotechnology to develop and commercialize three innovative peptides in the US and Canada. The first of these peptides, thanks to Anji’s research, targets cancer treatment through a mechanism aimed at stopping tumor growth and spread. This sets it up as a potential competitor...

If you’ve got ITT (NYSE:ITT) on your watchlist, Zacks Investment Research just gave investors something to consider. The firm recently highlighted ITT as a top pick in the growth stock category, pointing to strong earnings momentum and a Growth Score that sets it apart from peers. Factoring in upward revisions in earnings estimates, there is now a growing sense that ITT’s fundamentals could drive shares higher over the next year, leading many to rethink their stance on the stock. Looking at...