NYSE:IONQ
NYSE:IONQTech

IonQ’s SkyWater Deal Aims To Build Secure Full Stack Quantum Platform

IonQ (NYSE:IONQ) has agreed to acquire SkyWater Technology in a cash and stock deal valued at about US$1.8b. The transaction will create what IonQ describes as a vertically integrated, full stack quantum computing and semiconductor platform. SkyWater will become a wholly owned subsidiary, keeping its foundry services while adding quantum focused offerings. For you as an investor, this deal connects IonQ’s quantum computing focus directly with a U.S. based semiconductor foundry, potentially...
NYSEAM:PRK
NYSEAM:PRKBanks

Park National (PRK) Margin Expansion Reinforces Bullish Narratives Despite P/E Premium

Park National (PRK) has rounded out FY 2025 with fourth quarter revenue of US$140.5 million and basic EPS of US$2.65, alongside trailing twelve month revenue of US$545.7 million and EPS of US$11.18 that sit against an 18.9% earnings increase over the past year. Over the last few quarters, revenue has moved from US$130.6 million in Q4 2024 to US$137.6 million in Q3 2025 and US$140.5 million in Q4 2025, while quarterly EPS has shifted from US$2.39 to US$2.93 and then US$2.65. This sets up a...
NasdaqGS:AGNC
NasdaqGS:AGNCMortgage REITs

AGNC Investment (AGNC) Q4 Revenue Rebound Challenges Bearish Narratives On Earnings Volatility

AGNC Investment (AGNC) has wrapped up FY 2025 with Q4 revenue of US$995 million and basic EPS of US$0.83, capping off a year where trailing 12 month revenue reached US$1.8 billion and EPS came in at US$1.48. Over the past six quarters, the company has seen revenue move from US$376 million in Q3 2024 through a low of US$112 million in Q2 2025 to the latest US$995 million print. Quarterly EPS ranged from a loss of US$0.17 in Q2 2025 to US$0.83 in Q4 2025, setting the stage for investors to...
NYSE:CMG
NYSE:CMGHospitality

Is It Time To Revisit Chipotle (CMG) After A 31% Share Price Decline?

If you are wondering whether Chipotle Mexican Grill's current share price reflects its long term potential, this article walks through what the numbers actually say about value. The stock most recently closed at US$39.65, with returns of 1.7% over 7 days, 4.9% over 30 days, 5.8% year to date, and a 31.4% decline over the past year that sits alongside 20.4% and 30.2% returns over the last 3 and 5 years. Recent market attention has focused on Chipotle's position as a major US fast casual...
NYSE:GGG
NYSE:GGGMachinery

Graco (GGG) Margin Strength And 7.4% Earnings Growth Test Valuation Premium Narratives

Graco (GGG) has wrapped up FY 2025 with fourth quarter revenue of US$593.2 million and basic EPS of US$0.80, alongside trailing twelve month revenue of US$2.2 billion and EPS of US$3.14 that reflect earnings growth of 7.4% over the last year. Over recent quarters, the company has seen revenue move from US$548.7 million and EPS of US$0.64 in Q4 2024 to US$593.2 million and EPS of US$0.80 in Q4 2025. Trailing twelve month EPS shifted from US$2.88 to US$3.14 as net profit margins edged to 23.3%...
NYSE:GEV
NYSE:GEVElectrical

Evaluating GE Vernova (GEV) After Dividend Hike Buyback Expansion And AI Driven Power Demand

GE Vernova (GEV) heads into its next earnings report with attention on its recently doubled dividend, its larger buyback plan, and comments regarding strong power equipment demand tied to AI and data centers. See our latest analysis for GE Vernova. The upcoming earnings report and capital return moves sit against a backdrop of strong recent momentum, with a 90 day share price return of 19.85% and a 1 year total shareholder return of 95.52%. This suggests that expectations have risen as...
NYSE:FBIN
NYSE:FBINBuilding

Fortune Brands Credit Facility Expands Liquidity As Shares Screen Undervalued

Fortune Brands Innovations (NYSE:FBIN) has secured a new five year $1.25b revolving credit facility. The amended facility extends the company’s access to committed capital for general corporate purposes and potential acquisitions. The agreement includes updated covenants and conditions that will guide how the company can use this liquidity. For you as an investor, this credit move sits against a mixed share price backdrop. NYSE:FBIN last closed at $55.4, with the stock up 7.8% over the past...
NYSE:UNH
NYSE:UNHHealthcare

A Look At UnitedHealth Group (UNH) Valuation After Guidance Miss And Medicare Advantage Proposal

UnitedHealth Group (UNH) has become a focal point after its fourth quarter results and 2026 revenue guidance fell short of analyst expectations. At the same time, a proposed 0.09% Medicare Advantage payment increase raised fresh questions about future profitability. See our latest analysis for UnitedHealth Group. The stock reaction has been severe, with a 1 day share price return of a 19.61% decline and a 7 day share price return of a 16.47% decline as investors repriced Medicare and earnings...
NasdaqGS:FRME
NasdaqGS:FRMEBanks

First Merchants (FRME) Earnings Growth And 34.9% Margin Reinforce Bullish Narratives

First Merchants (FRME) just wrapped up FY 2025 with fourth quarter revenue of US$165.02 million and EPS of US$0.99, while the trailing twelve months showed revenue of US$641.70 million and EPS of US$3.90. Over recent periods the company has seen revenue move from US$610.99 million and EPS of US$3.42 on a trailing basis after Q4 2024 to US$641.70 million and EPS of US$3.90 after Q4 2025. This sets the backdrop for investors to weigh solid earnings power against what happens next for growth...
NasdaqGS:PTEN
NasdaqGS:PTENEnergy Services

Assessing Patterson-UTI Energy (PTEN) Valuation After Archer Rig Rental Deal In Vaca Muerta

Archer rig rental deal puts Patterson-UTI Energy in focus Archer’s new agreement to rent two high spec drilling rigs from Patterson-UTI Energy (PTEN) for work in Argentina’s Vaca Muerta shale has put fresh attention on PTEN’s international drilling footprint. See our latest analysis for Patterson-UTI Energy. The Archer rig rental news arrives after a sharp 30 day share price return of 27.18% and a 90 day share price return of 14.64%, even though the 1 year total shareholder return sits at a...
NYSE:DEA
NYSE:DEAOffice REITs

Does Easterly Government Properties (DEA)'s Strong Quarter and Tax Clarity Reveal a Durable Government-Landlord Edge?

Earlier this week, Easterly Government Properties reported upbeat quarterly results and released the tax characteristics of its 2025 common stock distributions, emphasizing proper tax reporting for shareholders. The combination of stronger operational performance and clarity around distribution taxation highlights how Easterly positions itself as a focused landlord to U.S. Government tenants. Next, we’ll examine how Easterly’s upbeat quarterly performance shapes its investment narrative as a...
NasdaqGS:WMT
NasdaqGS:WMTConsumer Retailing

Walmart Builds New Customer Touchpoints With Dunkin MLS And Storm Support

Walmart (NasdaqGS:WMT) has opened its first in store Dunkin’ location in San Antonio, bringing a new food and beverage option directly into the retail experience. The company has entered a new multi year partnership with Major League Soccer to launch the "Walmart Saturday Showdown" and expand its presence with US sports fans. Walmart has also supported customers during Winter Storm Fern by focusing on access to essentials and disaster related assistance. For investors watching NasdaqGS:WMT,...
NYSE:AIT
NYSE:AITTrade Distributors

Applied Industrial Technologies Q2 EPS Steady At US$2.54 Supports Premium Valuation Narrative

Applied Industrial Technologies (AIT) has just posted Q2 2026 results with revenue of US$1.2b and basic EPS of US$2.54, set against trailing twelve month EPS of US$10.65 on revenue of US$4.8b as the company extends its recent earnings run. Over the past six quarters, revenue has moved from US$1,073.0m in Q2 2025 to US$1,163.0m in Q2 2026, while quarterly EPS has ranged from US$2.40 to US$2.84 over that stretch, giving investors a clearer view of how the top and bottom lines have tracked...
NasdaqGS:FSUN
NasdaqGS:FSUNBanks

FirstSun Capital Bancorp (FSUN) Earnings Slowdown Challenges Bullish High‑Growth Narrative

FirstSun Capital Bancorp (FSUN) has wrapped up FY 2025 with fourth quarter total revenue of US$104.0 million and basic EPS of US$0.89, alongside trailing 12 month revenue of US$394.7 million and EPS of US$3.52. Over recent quarters, total revenue has moved from US$93.8 million in Q4 2024 to between US$92.4 million and US$104.0 million through 2025, while quarterly EPS has ranged from US$0.59 to US$0.95. This sets the backdrop for the trailing year net profit margin of 23.3% versus 23.9% a...
NYSE:DE
NYSE:DEMachinery

Assessing Deere (DE) Valuation After CFO Transition And Precision Agriculture Momentum

Deere (DE) is back in focus after announcing that Chief Financial Officer Joshua Jepsen will resign on February 19, 2026. Former CFO Ryan Campbell will step in as interim while a broader search begins. See our latest analysis for Deere. The CFO reshuffle comes after a period in which the share price has been firming up, with a 30 day share price return of 10.72% and a 1 year total shareholder return of 9.65%. This indicates that momentum has been building rather than fading. If this kind of...
NasdaqGS:META
NasdaqGS:METAInteractive Media and Services

Assessing Meta Platforms (META) Valuation After Recent Choppy Trading And Long Term Returns

Meta Platforms stock after recent performance compared with longer term returns Meta Platforms (META) has seen a 0.1% move over the past day and about 11% over the past week, while returns over the past 3 months and year are closer to a 10% decline and flat. Looking further out, the stock shows a 3 year total return that is a little over 3.5x and a 5 year total return above 1.5x, which reflects a mix of near term volatility and longer term compounding. See our latest analysis for Meta...
NasdaqGS:RBB
NasdaqGS:RBBBanks

RBB Bancorp (RBB) Cost To Income Improvement Reinforces Bullish Profitability Narratives

RBB Bancorp (RBB) closed FY 2025 with fourth quarter total revenue of US$31.7 million and basic EPS of US$0.60, setting the tone for how investors may look at the year just finished. Over the past few quarters, total revenue has moved from US$22.7 million in Q4 2024 to US$31.7 million in Q4 2025, while basic EPS has shifted from US$0.25 to US$0.60 across the same stretch, giving you a clear view of how the top line and per share earnings have tracked into the latest release. With that...
NYSE:PLD
NYSE:PLDIndustrial REITs

Assessing Prologis (PLD) Valuation After Strong 2025 Revenue But Softer Earnings And 2026 Guidance

Prologis (PLD) shares came into focus after the company reported solid 2025 revenue figures but lower net income and earnings per share, and issued 2026 earnings guidance below the prior period. See our latest analysis for Prologis. The recent guidance and earnings update came after a choppy few weeks, with Prologis’ 1 day share price return of 1.80% partly offsetting a 7 day share price return decline of 1.61%, while a 1 year total shareholder return of 10.88% points to momentum that has...
NYSE:BROS
NYSE:BROSHospitality

Dutch Bros Expands Into At Home Coffee As Stock Pulls Back

Dutch Bros (NYSE:BROS) is rolling out branded coffee products and creamers in grocery stores and online. The new line includes coffee pods, ready to drink beverages, and creamers that mirror its drive thru flavors. The launch extends the brand into the at home coffee market and adds a new revenue channel beyond its store base. Dutch Bros, trading at $57.82, is best known for its drive thru coffee stands, and this move takes the brand directly into consumers' kitchens. The stock has seen...
NYSEAM:IE
NYSEAM:IEMetals and Mining

Ivanhoe Electric (IE) Valuation After New SQM Copper Exploration Partnership In Chile

Ivanhoe Electric (IE) drew fresh attention after signing a Collaboration and Exploration Agreement with Sociedad Química y Minera de Chile, with SQM committing at least US$9 million to copper exploration in northern Chile over three years. See our latest analysis for Ivanhoe Electric. The SQM agreement lands at a time when momentum in Ivanhoe Electric’s shares has been strong, with a 30 day share price return of 14.66% and a 90 day share price return of 37.90%. Over the longer term, the 1...
NasdaqGS:AGYS
NasdaqGS:AGYSSoftware

Agilysys (AGYS) Margin Strength And EPS Growth Test High Valuation Narrative In Q3 2026

Agilysys (AGYS) has just posted its Q3 2026 numbers, with revenue at US$80.4 million and basic EPS of US$0.35, giving investors fresh data to weigh against its recent earnings momentum. The company has seen quarterly revenue move from US$69.6 million in Q3 2025 to US$80.4 million in Q3 2026, while basic EPS over the same quarters went from US$0.14 to US$0.35, all against a trailing twelve month EPS of US$1.09. With net profit margin at 9.8% over the last year and earnings growth running ahead...
NYSE:UNP
NYSE:UNPTransportation

A Look At Union Pacific (UNP) Valuation After Q4 Profitability Outpaces Slight Revenue Decline

Union Pacific (UNP) has released its fourth quarter 2025 results, reporting revenue of US$6,085 million, net income of US$1,848 million, and diluted earnings per share from continuing operations of US$3.11. See our latest analysis for Union Pacific. At a share price of US$232.55, Union Pacific has seen a 7-day share price return of 4.9% and a 90-day share price return of 7.5%. The 1-year total shareholder return of a 4.4% decline contrasts with positive 3- and 5-year total shareholder returns...
NasdaqGS:ADBE
NasdaqGS:ADBESoftware

Adobe Firefly Extends Reach Into Marketing Workflows As Competition Builds

Adobe's generative AI platform Firefly is being integrated into Inspired Thinking Group's Storyteq marketing platform. The move increases Firefly's reach across marketing workflows as new AI driven creative tools and pricing models emerge. For you as an investor looking at NasdaqGS:ADBE, this tie in shows how Adobe is pushing Firefly beyond its own Creative Cloud and Experience Cloud products into third party marketing systems. Adobe is a long established player in creative and marketing...
NYSE:ABBV
NYSE:ABBVBiotechs

AbbVie Pricing Pact And Cancer Trial Data Reframe Long Term Outlook

AbbVie (NYSE:ABBV) has agreed a three year deal with the Trump administration to cut US drug prices and invest $100b in US based R&D, manufacturing, and patient access. The company also reported positive topline Phase 3 results for its bispecific antibody epcoritamab in relapsed or refractory diffuse large B cell lymphoma, with improved progression free survival and response rates. AbbVie enters this news cycle with a current share price of $223.93 and a value score of 5 on Simply Wall St,...