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In recent quarters, Hussman Strategic Advisors doubled its stake in Etsy, making the stock its second-largest holding, as Etsy’s core marketplace and Depop resale app both delivered gross merchandise sales growth and management continued executing a US$1.20 billion share repurchase program. An interesting angle is how Etsy’s mobile-first pivot, with higher app rankings and stronger engagement, is turning Depop into a major growth engine within the broader marketplace ecosystem. Given Etsy’s...

In late January 2026, BigBear.ai’s UAE business announced a partnership with Maqta Technologies, the digital arm of AD Ports Group, to co-develop AI-powered customs and border solutions aimed at speeding cargo processing and improving detection of contraband across ports and border crossings worldwide. At the same time, BigBear.ai has called a February 18, 2026 special meeting to seek shareholder approval to amend its charter and double authorized common stock, a move that could reshape its...

New York Times (NYT) is back in focus after reporting its fourth quarter and full year 2025 results, with higher revenue and net income year on year and continued growth in digital subscribers. See our latest analysis for New York Times. At a share price of $72.21, New York Times has had a 25.34% 90 day share price return and a 30.85% 1 year total shareholder return. This suggests recent momentum has built on longer term gains as investors weigh earnings and its push into new digital...

Choice Hotels International’s Everhome Suites brand has recently expanded in the US with new openings in San Antonio, Bowling Green and Somerset, bringing the midscale extended-stay portfolio to 27 operating properties nationwide. This expansion underscores Choice Hotels’ focus on longer-stay, apartment-style accommodations in employment-rich corridors near universities, healthcare hubs and major corporate centers. We’ll now examine how Everhome Suites’ growing footprint in extended-stay...

Cipher Mining (NasdaqGS:CIFR) is rapidly expanding its data center footprint to more than 3 gigawatts. The company is pivoting its business model to supply infrastructure for hyperscaler AI customers. Recent land acquisitions in West Texas are a key part of this move toward serving top tier technology clients. Cipher Mining, trading at $16.26, has seen its share price move sharply over the past year, with a 1 year return of 179.9%. Over the past week the stock is down 13.3%, while the 30...

Xometry recently released survey findings showing that aerospace and defense leaders are prioritizing AI-driven sourcing, additive manufacturing, and workforce upskilling to speed programs and strengthen supply chain resilience in 2026 and beyond. The survey also underscored that most aerospace and defense executives view reshoring and secure, certified domestic manufacturing platforms, such as Xometry’s ITAR-registered, CMMC Level 2–certified network, as essential to future success. Next,...

GARP screen puts NewMarket in focus for value conscious growth investors NewMarket (NEU) has moved onto investor radar after clearing key Growth at a Reasonable Price screens, highlighting steady earnings growth, a reasonable PEG ratio, high profitability, and strong financial fundamentals. See our latest analysis for NewMarket. NewMarket’s share price has recently picked up, with a 2.53% 1 day move and 6.89% 7 day share price return. However, the 90 day share price return of 11.27% contrasts...

Arm Holdings (NasdaqGS:ARM) is reporting growing adoption of its v9 and CSS technologies in AI and data center workloads. These technologies are expanding Arm's royalty base beyond mobile applications. Recent analyst commentary links this trend to demand for AI infrastructure using Arm based designs. Arm Holdings, trading at $104.55, is increasingly tied to AI and data center activity rather than relying only on mobile markets. The stock has seen a 9.0% decline over the past week and an...

Recent reports on Academy Sports and Outdoors highlight multi-year revenue declines, weak same-store sales, and a shrinking free cash flow margin, pointing to ongoing operational challenges in its traditional retail footprint. The combination of falling sales and reduced cash generation suggests the company may be spending more just to maintain its competitive position, raising questions about the efficiency of its current business model. Next, we’ll examine how these persistent same-store...

Verisk reacts to sector jitters after Gartner results Verisk Analytics (VRSK) fell 7.4% after weaker-than-expected fourth quarter results from peer Gartner raised concerns about a possible slowdown for data and business process services providers, as well as the longer term effect of artificial intelligence. See our latest analysis for Verisk Analytics. At a share price of US$192.49, Verisk’s recent pullback, including a 10.11% 1 day share price decline and 12.91% year to date share price...

If you are wondering whether Vertiv Holdings Co is priced for perfection or still has room based on its fundamentals, this article walks through what the current share price might be implying. With Vertiv shares most recently closing at US$190.15, the stock has returned 0.5% over the last week, 8.3% over the last month, 8.3% year to date and around 7x over the last three years, with a very large return over five years. Recent market attention on Vertiv has been supported by ongoing coverage...

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Motorola Solutions (MSI) has put artificial intelligence at the center of its latest product move by launching Assist Suites, a role-based AI portfolio aimed at public safety agencies that are dealing with rising data volumes and staffing pressures. See our latest analysis for Motorola Solutions. The Assist Suites launch comes as Motorola Solutions trades at US$409.47, with a 30 day share price return of 7.47% and a 5 year total shareholder return of 137.63%. This points to long term...

Why Shoals Technologies Group Is Back in Focus Shoals Technologies Group (SHLS) is drawing fresh attention after a period of strong quarterly results, coinciding with concerns about slowing annualized revenue, softer EPS trends, and a declining return on invested capital. See our latest analysis for Shoals Technologies Group. At a share price of $10.01, Shoals has seen short term momentum pick up, with a 1 day share price return of 7.40% and a 30 day share price return of 10.12%. The 1 year...

If you are looking at Teleflex and wondering whether the current share price reflects fair value or an opportunity, you are not alone. The stock closed at US$102.37, with returns of a 2.1% decline over 7 days, 16.4% decline over 30 days, 16.4% decline year to date, 40.8% decline over 1 year, 59.3% decline over 3 years and 73.6% decline over 5 years. This may change how investors think about both risk and potential upside. Recent coverage has focused on how Teleflex is positioned in the...

Dennis J. Wilson’s plan to nominate his own directors and present a business proposal at lululemon athletica (LULU)’s 2026 annual meeting has sharpened investor focus on the company’s governance and future direction. See our latest analysis for lululemon athletica. Wilson’s move comes after a sharp swing in sentiment, with a 30-day share price return of an 18.61% decline to US$171.57 and a 1-year total shareholder return of a 58.75% loss, signaling fading momentum despite a mildly positive...

Penske Automotive Group (PAG) has drawn investor attention following recent trading, with the stock most recently closing at $158.79. This price corresponds to a 1-year total return decline of 2.8%. See our latest analysis for Penske Automotive Group. That 1-year total shareholder return of a 2.8% decline contrasts with a stronger three- and five-year picture, where total shareholder returns of 27.05% and 169.93% suggest longer term holders have still seen meaningful gains. Recent share price...

MicroVision recently drew attention as it works to shift its LiDAR business from pure research and development toward real-world automotive contracts and production programs. This pivot toward commercial deployment underscores how closely investors are watching whether the company can turn its advanced driver-assistance technology into tangible partnerships. Next, we will examine how MicroVision’s push to secure automotive LiDAR production contracts shapes its investment narrative for...

C3.ai (NYSE:AI) is reportedly in merger talks with Automation Anywhere. The potential deal could see Automation Anywhere acquire C3.ai and list as a public company. The discussions, if successful, would combine two enterprise focused AI players into a single platform. C3.ai comes into these reported talks after a difficult run for the stock, with the share price at $10.75 and a 68.2% decline over the past year. Over 3 and 5 years, returns of 56.2% and 93.6% declines underline how sentiment...

InMode (NasdaqGS:INMD) has received an unsolicited proposal from Steel Partners Holdings to acquire a 51% stake in the company. The board has formed an independent special committee to evaluate the offer and consider other potential alternatives. Public commentary from both sides has brought additional attention to the review process and possible changes in control and governance. InMode focuses on medical devices for minimally invasive and non invasive aesthetic procedures, a space that...

Uber Technologies (NYSE:UBER) has re-entered Macau with ride-hailing services. The company is also launching a cross-border limousine service connecting Macau and Hong Kong. This marks Uber's first move back into the Greater China region since exiting mainland China in 2016. For investors watching NYSE:UBER, this move adds a fresh piece to the story of a company that builds its business around ride-hailing, delivery and related mobility services. Macau and Hong Kong are dense, tourism heavy...

Argan (AGX) has drawn fresh attention after recent share price moves, with the stock showing positive returns over the past month and past 3 months. This has prompted investors to reassess its current valuation and business profile. See our latest analysis for Argan. The recent 7.3% 1 day share price return and 17.1% year to date share price return at a last close of $381.73 sit alongside a very large 1 year total shareholder return and an 8x 3 year total shareholder return. This points to...

Merchants Bancorp (MBIN) is back in focus after its Board authorized a US$100 million share repurchase program, announced alongside fourth quarter and full year 2025 results, which showed lower net income and earnings per share year over year. See our latest analysis for Merchants Bancorp. The buyback news arrived following a strong run in the shares. The 7 day share price return was 19.04% and the 90 day share price return was 31.49%. The 1 year total shareholder return of 1.29% and 5 year...

Hormel Foods (NYSE:HRL) has filed a large shelf registration for a potential common stock offering tied to its Employee Stock Ownership Plan. The filing would allow the company to issue shares over time to support ESOP-related commitments, subject to market conditions and corporate decisions. This move raises questions about possible shareholder dilution, capital structure choices, and the role of equity incentives for employees. For investors watching Hormel Foods at a share price of...