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NYSE:AEO
NYSE:AEOSpecialty Retail

Is American Eagle Outfitters (AEO) Still Attractive After Strong Multi Year Share Price Gains

If you are wondering whether American Eagle Outfitters is priced fairly or offering value right now, this article will walk through what the current share price could mean for long term investors. The stock closed at US$23.63 recently, with returns of 69.3% over 1 year and 61.2% over 3 years. The shorter term picture shows a 1.6% decline over 7 days, an 11.9% decline over 30 days and a 10.4% decline year to date. Recent coverage has focused on American Eagle Outfitters as a mid priced, brand...
NasdaqGS:FIVE
NasdaqGS:FIVESpecialty Retail

A Look At Five Below (FIVE) Valuation After Record Holiday Sales And Analyst Upgrades

Recent headlines around Five Below (FIVE) center on its best holiday sales performance in history, fresh store openings and leases, and a wave of analyst upgrades that together pushed the stock to a new 52 week high. See our latest analysis for Five Below. Those record holiday results and fresh store openings have been backed up by the market, with Five Below’s share price gaining 35.31% over the past 90 days and a 132.80% total shareholder return over the last year. The latest move saw a...
NYSE:LLY
NYSE:LLYPharmaceuticals

Eli Lilly Expands Genetic Medicines Pipeline And Valuation Case With New Deals

Eli Lilly (NYSE:LLY) agreed to acquire Orna Therapeutics, adding circular RNA and lipid nanoparticle platforms for in vivo cell therapies targeting autoimmune diseases. The company also expanded its partnership with Innovent Biologics, gaining global development and commercialization rights outside Greater China for certain oncology and immunology assets. Both transactions highlight Eli Lilly's push to grow its genetic medicines and immunology pipeline beyond its existing GLP-1...
NYSE:PGR
NYSE:PGRInsurance

Is Progressive (PGR) Attractive After Recent Share Price Pullback And Mixed Valuation Signals?

If you are wondering whether Progressive's current share price offers good value or not, looking at what the market has been willing to pay for the business over time can be a useful starting point. Progressive's share price recently closed at US$202.60, with returns of 0.8% over the past 7 days, a 5.8% decline over 30 days, a 4.5% decline year to date, and a 59.2% and 166.3% gain over the past 3 and 5 years respectively. Recent attention on Progressive has focused on how its long term...
NasdaqGS:NXT
NasdaqGS:NXTElectrical

Should Nextpower’s Saudi Solar Win, Higher Guidance, and Buyback Prompt Action From NXT Investors?

In late January 2026, Nextpower Arabia, the joint venture between Nextpower and Abunayyan Holding, agreed to supply 2.25 GWp of advanced solar tracking systems for L&T’s Bisha Solar project in Saudi Arabia, alongside Nextpower Inc. raising its fiscal 2026 earnings guidance, reporting higher quarterly sales and net income, and launching a US$500 million share repurchase program. This combination of a large-scale Middle East solar order, upgraded full-year guidance, and a multi-year buyback...
NasdaqCM:SIDU
NasdaqCM:SIDUAerospace & Defense

Sidus Space Targets Higher Value Earth Intelligence With Simera Sense Deal

Sidus Space partnered with Simera Sense to integrate hyperspectral imaging payloads with in-orbit data processing and AI analytics for Earth observation missions. The collaboration is aimed at delivering faster, more actionable satellite insights for government, commercial, and defense customers. The partnership reflects Sidus Space's move toward higher value, intelligence driven Earth observation services and data products. Sidus Space (NasdaqCM:SIDU) is trading at $2.37, with the share...
NasdaqGM:RZLV
NasdaqGM:RZLVSoftware

Rezolve AI (RZLV) Valuation Check After Recent Share Price Weakness And Long Term Underperformance

How Rezolve AI’s Recent Returns Frame the Stock Today Rezolve AI (RZLV) has had a mixed run recently, with a small gain over the past week set against a double digit decline over the past month and past 3 months, leaving shares around US$2.70. See our latest analysis for Rezolve AI. That recent 3.9% 7 day share price return sits against a 26.6% 1 month share price decline and a 5.9% year to date share price loss. The 1 year total shareholder return is down 11.5% and the 3 year total...
NYSE:MTRN
NYSE:MTRNMetals and Mining

How Investors May Respond To Materion (MTRN) Dividend Affirmation Amid Conflicting Analyst Views

Materion Corporation recently announced that its Board of Directors declared a first-quarter 2026 dividend of US$0.14 per share, payable on March 6, 2026, to shareholders of record as of February 19, 2026. Alongside this dividend affirmation, contrasting analyst views from KeyBanc’s upgrade and Seaport Research’s downgrade have sharpened attention on Materion’s execution and fundamentals. Next, we will examine how these conflicting analyst opinions on execution risk and management confidence...
NYSE:RCL
NYSE:RCLHospitality

Royal Caribbean (RCL) Is Up 6.4% After Strong 2025 Results, Buyback, and New Ship Orders

In late January 2026, Royal Caribbean Cruises reported higher fourth-quarter and full-year 2025 revenue and earnings, confirmed double-digit revenue guidance for 2026, completed a US$200 million share buyback, and revealed new Discovery Class ship orders with Chantiers de l'Atlantique for deliveries starting in 2029. Together, the stronger profitability, planned fleet expansion, and management’s confidence in future demand signal a company positioning itself for a broader, multi-year...
NasdaqGS:HTZ
NasdaqGS:HTZTransportation

Is Hertz (HTZ) Turning Operational Stability Into a More Durable Investment Story After Perform 2026?

In late January 2026, Hertz Global Holdings participated in the Perform 2026 conference, where Sr. Director of IT Service Management Jason Trespalacios outlined the company’s current technology and service management approach. This appearance coincided with commentary that Hertz’s fleet and balance sheet pressures had eased and cash flow and EBITDA had become more stable, supporting a more constructive business outlook. We’ll now examine how this improving cash flow profile and operational...
NasdaqGS:CSGP
NasdaqGS:CSGPReal Estate

Assessing CoStar Group (CSGP) Valuation After A Prolonged Share Price Decline

Recent performance puts CoStar Group in focus CoStar Group (CSGP) has drawn attention after a one-month return of about a 13% decline and a three-month slide of roughly a 26% decline, with shares recently closing at US$50.96. See our latest analysis for CoStar Group. That recent one month share price return of about a 13% decline sits within a broader weak patch, with the year to date share price return at a 22.42% decline and the one year total shareholder return at a 33.79% decline,...
NYSE:F
NYSE:FAuto

Ford (F) Valuation Check As EV Pivot, One Time Charge And Earnings Outlook Refocus Investor Attention

Ford Motor (F) is in focus after deciding against an all electric F-150 and recording a one time $19.5 billion charge tied to its EV pivot, just as it heads into closely watched earnings. See our latest analysis for Ford Motor. At a share price of $13.59, Ford has had a softer recent patch, with a 30 day share price return of 4.3% and a 7 day share price return of 1.6%. The upcoming earnings release, the recent dividend affirmation and the launch of the new Ford Energy battery storage unit...
NYSE:UNP
NYSE:UNPTransportation

Is Union Pacific (UNP) Offering Value After Recent Share Price Strength

If you are looking at Union Pacific and wondering whether the current share price lines up with its underlying value, you are not alone. The stock last closed at US$254.34, with returns of 8.1% over 7 days, 11.3% over 30 days, 9.7% year to date, 6.6% over 1 year, 32.4% over 3 years and 33.4% over 5 years. This gives plenty of data points for anyone thinking about risk and opportunity. Recent coverage has focused on Union Pacific as a core North American rail operator and on how rail volumes,...
NasdaqGS:ANDE
NasdaqGS:ANDEConsumer Retailing

Assessing Andersons (ANDE) Valuation After New Buy Rating And Ethanol And Export Expansion Plans

Andersons (ANDE) is back on investors’ radar after fresh analyst coverage, along with new capital projects in ethanol production and export capacity, putting the company’s growth plans under closer market scrutiny. See our latest analysis for Andersons. Those ethanol and export investments, combined with the fresh analyst coverage, appear to be feeding into stronger momentum. The 30-day share price return is 22.82%, and the 1-year total shareholder return is 68.39%, pointing to growing...
NYSE:VSCO
NYSE:VSCOSpecialty Retail

A Look At Victoria's Secret (VSCO) Valuation As Hillary Super Drives A Turnaround And Brand Reset

Recent attention on Hillary Super, the first female CEO since Victoria's Secret (VSCO) separated from L Brands in 2021, has put the retailer's turnaround plan and brand revamp squarely in focus for investors. See our latest analysis for Victoria's Secret. At a share price of $61.80, Victoria's Secret has seen a 76.72% 90 day share price return and an 88.41% 1 year total shareholder return, which suggests momentum has recently picked up around Hillary Super's turnaround messaging and brand...
NYSE:VST
NYSE:VSTRenewable Energy

Has Vistra (VST) Pullback Created A Fresh Opportunity After Strong Multi‑Year Gains?

If you are wondering whether Vistra's recent share price gives you a fair entry point or not, this article walks through what the current valuation actually looks like. Vistra closed at US$152.97, with the share price showing a 0.8% decline over the last 7 days, an 8.1% decline over 30 days, a 7.4% decline year to date, and a very large gain over 3 and 5 years, close to 6x and 7x respectively. These moves come as Vistra remains in focus among US utilities, with investors weighing its role in...
NYSE:EQR
NYSE:EQRResidential REITs

Stronger 2025 Results And Capital Recycling Plans Might Change The Case For Investing In Equity Residential (EQR)

Earlier this month, Equity Residential reported its fourth-quarter and full-year 2025 results, showing higher annual sales of US$3.09 billion and net income of US$1.12 billion, and issued 2026 EPS guidance of US$1.44–US$1.56. The company also highlighted progress on its long-running share repurchase program and a plan to recycle capital by selling lower-return, non-core assets while maintaining high occupancy and low resident turnover. Next, we will explore how the 2026 earnings guidance and...
NYSE:UNFI
NYSE:UNFIConsumer Retailing

How Solid Quarterly Results Amid High Debt Levels Will Impact United Natural Foods (UNFI) Investors

In its latest quarterly update, United Natural Foods reported solid results that reassured investors even as revenue growth has been sluggish and earnings per share have been under pressure. The market reaction highlights a tension between confidence in the recent operational performance and ongoing concern about the company’s sizeable debt load and related financial risk. We’ll now examine how these strong quarterly results, set against United Natural Foods’ elevated debt levels, shape...
NasdaqGS:EXTR
NasdaqGS:EXTRCommunications

The Bull Case For Extreme Networks (EXTR) Could Change Following Its New AI-Enabled E-Rate K-12 Push

In early February 2026, Extreme Networks, Inc. announced the availability of E-Rate-eligible networking solutions for K-12 schools and libraries, including its AI-powered Extreme Platform ONE™, Wi-Fi 7 access points, automated fabric, and education-focused switches. By pairing AI-driven network management with E-Rate funding eligibility and tailored support tools, Extreme is targeting the specific operational and budget constraints faced by K-12 districts and public libraries. Next, we’ll...
NasdaqGS:PYPL
NasdaqGS:PYPLDiversified Financial

A Look At PayPal (PYPL) Valuation After Earnings Miss And Upcoming CEO Change

PayPal Holdings (PYPL) is back in focus after a weaker than expected fourth quarter and a leadership shake up, with Enrique Lores set to become CEO on March 1, 2026. See our latest analysis for PayPal Holdings. The sharp reset in sentiment has been clear in the numbers, with a 7 day share price return of 21.36% decline and a 30 day share price return of 28.63% decline, while the 1 year total shareholder return is 47.28% decline. This points to fading momentum despite product partnerships and...
NasdaqGS:BL
NasdaqGS:BLSoftware

How Engaged Capital’s Board Challenge At BlackLine (BL) Has Changed Its Investment Story

BlackLine recently disclosed that activist investor Engaged Capital has formally nominated three director candidates for election to the company’s board at the 2026 annual meeting, while the board’s Nominating and Corporate Governance Committee reviews the nominees and reiterates that no immediate shareholder action is needed. The move brings Engaged Capital’s push to evaluate “all strategic options” into sharper focus, particularly with three board seats, including founder Therese Tucker’s,...
NYSE:BAX
NYSE:BAXMedical Equipment

Is Baxter (BAX) Turning Its Token Dividend Into a Test of Its Turnaround Credibility?

Recently, Baxter International cut its quarterly dividend from US$0.17 per share to a token US$0.01, signaling a major shift in capital allocation and disappointing many income-focused shareholders. This reduction gives the company more financial flexibility to address its operational challenges, potentially reshaping its appeal toward turnaround and value-oriented investors. Next, we’ll examine how this dividend cut and the company’s push for greater financial flexibility are reshaping...
NasdaqGS:STX
NasdaqGS:STXTech

Assessing Seagate Technology Holdings (STX) Valuation After Robust Q2 Earnings And Fresh Revenue Guidance

Seagate Technology Holdings (STX) is back in focus after reporting second quarter results that detail sales of US$2,825 million and net income of US$593 million, alongside fresh revenue guidance for the coming quarter. See our latest analysis for Seagate Technology Holdings. At a share price of US$425.00, Seagate has seen short term softness, with a 1 day share price return of 1.01% decline and a 7 day share price return of 1.84% decline. However, recent earnings, dividend affirmation and the...
NYSE:OSK
NYSE:OSKMachinery

Reassessing Oshkosh (OSK) Valuation After Strong Recent Share Price Momentum

Why Oshkosh (OSK) is Getting Attention Now Oshkosh (OSK) has been drawing fresh interest as its shares recently closed at $172.52, with gains over the past week, month, and past 3 months prompting investors to reassess the stock’s current pricing. See our latest analysis for Oshkosh. The recent 15.4% 7 day share price return and 38.6% 90 day share price return add to a year to date share price return of 30.5%. The 1 year total shareholder return of 59.3% and 3 year total shareholder return of...