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The Morning Bull - US Market Morning Update Thursday, Mar, 19 2026 US stock futures are pointing lower this morning, with E mini S&P 500 contracts off about 0.3%, as investors weigh higher interest rate expectations and stubborn inflation signals. The Federal Reserve kept its key rate in a 3.5% to 3.75% range and still only flags one cut in 2026 and one in 2027, which means borrowing costs for mortgages, credit cards, and business loans may stay relatively high for longer. At the same time,...

Recently, analysts raised earnings estimates for Agnico Eagle Mines, highlighting the company’s ability to keep margins strong even as higher diesel and energy costs pressure gold miners’ operating expenses. An interesting angle is that Agnico Eagle’s diesel hedging and cost resilience are helping it protect profitability at a time when many peers are more exposed to fuel price swings. Now we’ll examine how this improved earnings outlook and cost resilience could influence Agnico Eagle’s...

Semtech (NasdaqGS:SMTC) has joined a new industry alliance alongside Broadcom, Cisco, NVIDIA and others to develop specifications for next generation 400G optical interfaces for AI infrastructure. The company has also introduced advanced 224G optical components designed for AI, hyperscale data centers and cloud providers. These announcements focus on high speed optical connectivity for large scale AI deployments and have not been covered in prior articles that centered on earnings, valuation...

ImmunityBio (IBRX) is back in the spotlight after the National Comprehensive Cancer Network expanded its 2026 bladder cancer guidelines to include ANKTIVA plus BCG for BCG unresponsive papillary only disease, alongside progress in its NK cell therapy platform. See our latest analysis for ImmunityBio. The NCCN guideline expansion, FDA sBLA resubmission and progress in NK cell programs have arrived alongside sharp share price momentum, with a 30 day share price return of 43.99% and year to date...

If you are wondering whether Best Buy's current share price offers value or just more volatility, this breakdown of what you are really paying for should help clarify the picture. The stock last closed at US$62.87, with returns of a 0.4% decline over 7 days, a 4.5% decline over 30 days, a 9.1% decline year to date and a 10.2% decline over the past year. Recent coverage has focused on Best Buy's position as a major U.S. electronics retailer at a time when consumer spending patterns and demand...

Without a specific news event driving attention, Analog Devices (ADI) is drawing interest for its recent share performance and fundamentals, as investors weigh the semiconductor group’s returns against its current valuation and earnings profile. See our latest analysis for Analog Devices. After a 12.7% year to date share price return and a recent 30 day share price decline of 8.5%, Analog Devices still shows stronger momentum over longer horizons, with a 1 year total shareholder return of...

Compass (COMP) has dropped its lawsuit against Zillow after the listings platform agreed to show pre marketed and Coming Soon homes from multiple brokerages, reshaping how agents and homeowners can showcase properties online. See our latest analysis for Compass. Even with the lawsuit now resolved, Compass’s share price has come under pressure, with a 1 day share price return showing a 5.3% decline and a 30 day share price return showing a 22.4% decline, while the 3 year total shareholder...

LyondellBasell Industries (LYB) is drawing fresh attention after management highlighted a plan to unlock over US$1b in incremental free cash flow by the end of 2026, alongside shareholder-focused capital allocation priorities. See our latest analysis for LyondellBasell Industries. That free cash flow plan and recent investor outreach, including the upcoming JPMorgan Industrials Conference and a new head of investor relations, sit against powerful momentum, with a 90 day share price return of...

Home Depot (NYSE:HD) is expanding its Pro digital workspace with new tools for project management, real-time delivery tracking, AI material list building, and advanced order scheduling. The upgrades roll out for Pro Xtra loyalty members, aiming to create a unified workspace that connects planning, purchasing, and fulfillment for professional customers. For a retailer that already serves a large base of contractors and tradespeople, the Pro digital workspace is becoming a central part of how...

Teriyaki Madness rollout puts Toast’s restaurant tech in focus Toast (TOST) is back on investor radars after Teriyaki Madness rolled out the company’s enterprise technology suite across more than 200 locations, tying Toast’s software and hardware deeper into a fast-growing restaurant chain. See our latest analysis for Toast. Toast’s latest share price of $27.85 comes after a 1-day share price return of 1.9% decline and a 90-day share price return of 23.95% decline. The 3-year total...

Brightstar Lottery recently released its 2025 annual report, outlining its shift to a pure-play global lottery operator after selling IGT Gaming, securing a nine-year extension for Italy Lotto, and adding multiple international contract wins and capacity investments. An interesting aspect is how the company is pairing long-term Italy Lotto visibility with expanded digital lottery platforms and upgraded printing capacity to reinforce recurring revenue streams across its global...

USA Rare Earth (NasdaqGM:USAR) has acquired full ownership of the Round Top rare earth deposit, consolidating control of its flagship project. The company has secured a mix of major federal awards and private funding to support development and processing capabilities. New senior executives with legal, government, and defense backgrounds have joined the leadership team. Clean rare earth processing technology is emerging across the sector, with potential implications for domestic producers...

In the past year, Grab Holdings completed the repurchase of 126,000,000 shares for US$499.99 million under its February 22, 2024 buyback program, with no additional shares bought between July and December 2025. This finished buyback trims the share count by just over 3%, modestly enhancing each remaining share’s claim on Grab’s future cash flows. We’ll now examine how this completed buyback, alongside analyst focus on Grab’s resilience and growth prospects, shapes its investment...

Earlier in March, Boeing secured more than US$2.83 billion in U.S. defense work, including a US$489.31 million Navy contract to upgrade EA-18G Growler electronic warfare aircraft and a US$2.34 billion Air Force contract modification for the E-7A Rapid Prototype Airborne Mission Segment, extending into the next decade. These long-dated, government-backed programs reinforce Boeing’s defense backlog at a time when its commercial aircraft operations face production delays, cost pressures, and...

In March 2026, Astronics Corporation announced it had been selected by Boeing to supply fuel tank access doors for the Boeing 737 MAX program, with production to take place at its Clackamas, Oregon facility that houses extensive engineering and vertically integrated manufacturing capabilities. This contract deepens Astronics’ role in a key commercial aircraft platform while highlighting the value of its end-to-end design, certification, and advanced manufacturing strengths in aerospace...

Stock performance snapshot and basic profile U.S. Gold (USAU) has caught investor attention after a period of mixed share performance, including a 6.8% decline over the past day and weaker returns over the past week and month. Over the past 3 months the stock has posted a 8.7% decline, while year to date it is down 16.7%. That contrasts with a 49.5% total return over the past year and approximately 2.6x total return over 3 years. The company focuses on exploration, evaluation, and development...

Essential Utilities (NYSE:WTRG) has issued $500 million in new senior notes due 2036. The transaction provides long term funding that can be used for general corporate purposes and future investment needs. For investors tracking Essential Utilities at a current share price of $40.67, this new $500 million senior notes issuance is a meaningful update to the company’s capital structure. The move adds long term debt funding that can influence how the company balances its financing mix between...

Wondering whether Ford Motor's current share price still offers value, or if the easy gains are behind it? This article breaks down what the market may be pricing in and what that could mean for you. Ford's stock closed at US$11.79, with returns of a 2.6% decline over 7 days, a 16.5% decline over 30 days, an 11.6% decline year to date, a 21.9% gain over 1 year, a 24.0% gain over 3 years and a 29.4% gain over 5 years. Recent coverage around Ford has focused on its position among legacy...

In recent weeks, Devon Energy reported quarterly revenue of US$4.06 billion that exceeded analyst expectations and drew widespread positive analyst commentary, including multiple rating reiterations supported by higher long-term oil price assumptions linked to geopolitical tensions. At the same time, investors are weighing Devon’s pending all-stock merger with Coterra Energy, which is expected to lift the fixed dividend and expand share repurchases while the company maintains a focus on...

Recent analyst attention on Applied Digital (APLD) has centered on its long-term data center leases with partners like CoreWeave and its fully leased facilities. Together, these elements highlight its role as a key AI infrastructure provider. See our latest analysis for Applied Digital. Despite bullish commentary around its long-term AI data center leases, the recent share price has cooled, with a 1-month share price return of a 24.46% decline and a year-to-date share price return of a 5.19%...

AECOM (NYSE:ACM) has been appointed to key infrastructure consortia, including a major role in the UK STEP fusion energy program. The company has also been selected for New York City's first combined sewer overflow tunnel project at Newtown Creek. AECOM was recognized among the 2026 World’s Most Ethical Companies, highlighting its corporate governance and sustainability focus. AECOM, trading at $90.15, sits at the intersection of large public infrastructure and cleaner energy projects. The...

Earlier this month, Bunge Global SA authorized a new share repurchase plan of up to US$3.00 billion and completed the successful pricing of a US$1.20 billion senior unsecured notes offering, guaranteed by the parent company. Together, the sizeable buyback authorization and fresh bond issuance highlight Bunge’s active balance sheet management and potential for increased capital returns to shareholders. We’ll now examine how Bunge’s use of senior notes to help fund a large repurchase program...

Earlier in 2026, First Advantage released its 2026 Trends Report showing that most US employers now prioritize speed in background screening, while also planning to add more screening and identity verification tools to counter rising identity fraud. This report highlights a growing tension for employers between faster hiring and increasingly complex verification needs, an area where First Advantage is emphasizing technology and automation to offer more comprehensive solutions. Next, we'll...

If you are wondering whether Energy Transfer at US$18.66 still offers value, the key question is how that price stacks up against what the business may be worth. The stock has seen a 0.5% decline over the past week and past month, while still showing a 12.5% year to date return and a 6.3% return over the last year, which can shift how investors view both its potential and its risks. Recent coverage has focused on Energy Transfer's role within the wider US energy infrastructure space and how...