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NYSE:OWL
NYSE:OWLCapital Markets

Blue Owl Capital Expands Housing Reach As Moody’s Lifts Credit Rating

Blue Owl Capital (NYSE:OWL) has entered a partnership with Five Point Holdings to create a new residential land banking investment platform. The collaboration focuses on providing land banking capital for U.S. housing projects through institutional partnerships. Moody's has upgraded Blue Owl's credit rating, citing changes in its financial profile and risk position. For investors watching NYSE:OWL, these updates sit at the intersection of private credit, real estate, and housing finance...
NasdaqGS:CEG
NasdaqGS:CEGElectric Utilities

Constellation’s CyrusOne Data Center Power Deal Might Change The Case For Investing In Constellation Energy (CEG)

Constellation Energy’s Calpine unit recently agreed to provide 380 MW of power, grid connectivity and site infrastructure to CyrusOne’s new data center next to the Freestone Energy Center in Texas, with an exclusive option for a second 380 MW phase on the same site. The deal highlights how Constellation is using its Powered Land Capabilities to bundle generation, land and grid access for large data center customers seeking speed-to-market and reliable power. We’ll now examine how this large...
NYSE:SUN
NYSE:SUNOil and Gas

Does Sunoco’s Rising Distributions and Parkland Synergies Change The Bull Case For Sunoco (SUN)?

In recent days, Sunoco LP announced its fifth consecutive quarterly distribution increase to about US$0.93 per common unit and issued 2026 adjusted EBITDA guidance of US$3.10–US$3.30 billion, including roughly US$125.00 million of expected synergies from its Parkland Corporation acquisition. This combination of rising cash distributions and quantified acquisition synergies has prompted renewed attention to how Sunoco’s income profile and scale could influence its longer-term investment...
NasdaqGS:AVT
NasdaqGS:AVTElectronic

Will Avnet's (AVT) Rising Sales, Lower Earnings and Ending Buyback Shift Its Investment Narrative?

In late January 2026, Avnet reported past second-quarter fiscal 2026 results showing higher year-over-year sales of US$6,318.96 million but lower net income of US$61.73 million, alongside issuing third-quarter GAAP EPS guidance of US$0.95 to US$1.15 and confirming completion of its US$886 million share repurchase program. The combination of rising revenue, compressed earnings and EPS, and the end of a multi-year buyback program gives investors fresh insight into how Avnet is balancing...
NYSE:WK
NYSE:WKSoftware

Assessing Workiva (WK) Valuation After Board Refresh And New Lead Independent Director

Board changes put governance in focus at Workiva Workiva (WK) has refreshed its board, adding two independent directors, former finance chiefs Scott Herren and Mark Peek. Long-serving director David Mulcahy resigned, and Suku Radia became Lead Independent Director. See our latest analysis for Workiva. Workiva’s 1 day share price return of 1.77% comes after a tougher stretch, with a 30 day share price return of 21.84% and a 1 year total shareholder return of 25.85%. This suggests momentum has...
NasdaqGS:VSAT
NasdaqGS:VSATCommunications

How Viasat’s (VSAT) Q3 Return To Profitability Has Changed Its Investment Story

On February 5, 2026, Viasat, Inc. reported third‑quarter 2026 results showing revenue of US$1,157.05 million and net income of US$24.97 million, compared with revenue of US$1,123.77 million and a net loss of US$158.41 million a year earlier. The return to profitability, with diluted earnings per share from continuing operations improving to US$0.18 from a US$1.23 loss, signals meaningful progress in lifting earnings quality while nine‑month results still reflect a US$92.91 million net...
NYSE:RERE
NYSE:RERESpecialty Retail

A Look At ATRenew (NYSE:RERE) Valuation After Circular Markets London Recognition

ATRenew (RERE) drew fresh investor attention after serving as the sole Chinese representative at Circular Markets London, where it outlined how its pre-owned electronics platform links China’s large device supply with global circular value chains. See our latest analysis for ATRenew. ATRenew’s recent role at Circular Markets London comes as the stock trades at US$6.06, with a 44.29% 90 day share price return and a 98.04% 1 year total shareholder return. This suggests momentum has been...
NasdaqGS:VISN
NasdaqGS:VISNCommunications

Does CommScope (VISN) AV Switch Expansion Hint at a Deeper Shift in Its Networking Strategy?

On 3 February 2026, RUCKUS Networks announced an expansion of its Pro AV ICX network switch portfolio, alongside AV-focused updates to its management platforms, plus new collaborations with Crestron and the SDVoE Alliance to support the shift from legacy video transport to Ethernet-based AV systems. A distinctive angle in this announcement is the focus on pre-configured, AV-optimized switches that aim to cut deployment complexity and integrate seamlessly with existing cloud and on-premise...
NYSE:FLNG
NYSE:FLNGOil and Gas

Is Weaker 2025 Earnings Undermining the Investment Case For FLEX LNG (FLNG)?

FLEX LNG Ltd. has reported its fourth-quarter and full-year 2025 results, with Q4 net income of US$21.55 million and basic earnings per share of US$0.40, both lower than the same period a year earlier. For 2025 as a whole, net income fell to US$74.82 million and basic earnings per share to US$1.38, highlighting pressure on profitability despite the company’s long-term contract coverage and modern LNG carrier fleet. We’ll now examine how this weaker 2025 profitability, especially the drop in...
NYSE:EIX
NYSE:EIXElectric Utilities

Edison International Redeems Preferreds And Resets Income And Valuation Story

Edison International (NYSE:EIX) has announced the full redemption of its 5.375% Fixed-Rate Reset Cumulative Perpetual Preferred Stock, Series A. The company will also redeem related trust preference securities tied to this preferred stock. The redemption affects existing preferred shareholders and adjusts the company’s capital structure. For common shareholders, this move sits alongside a share price of $65.46, with NYSE:EIX showing returns of 6.5% over the past week, 7.3% over the past...
NasdaqGS:MKSI
NasdaqGS:MKSISemiconductor

MKS Raises Dividend As Debt Refinancing Reshapes Cash Flow Outlook

MKS (NasdaqGS:MKSI) announced a 14% increase in its quarterly dividend. The company also completed a significant debt refinancing and issued new senior notes. The transactions adjust the mix between secured and unsecured debt and extend certain maturities. Management highlighted expected interest savings from the new capital structure. MKS, listed on NasdaqGS:MKSI, supplies technology and equipment used across semiconductor and related markets, where capital intensity and long investment...
NasdaqGS:UAL
NasdaqGS:UALAirlines

Should JetBlue–United Blue Sky Expansion Shape United Airlines' Premium and Digital Strategy Narrative (UAL)?

In early February 2026, JetBlue and United Airlines announced an expanded Blue Sky collaboration allowing customers to book eligible itineraries on either carrier’s website or app using cash, points, or miles, with further reciprocal perks and booking enhancements planned. This deeper integration of networks and loyalty benefits could make United more attractive to frequent flyers who value seamless access across both airlines’ route systems. We’ll now examine how this expanded booking and...
NasdaqGM:SEPN
NasdaqGM:SEPNPharmaceuticals

How Early SEP-631 Data at AAAAI 2026 Will Impact Septerna (SEPN) Investors

Septerna Inc. recently announced it will present first-in-human Phase 1 clinical data for SEP-631, an oral MRGPRX2-targeting therapy for chronic spontaneous urticaria and other mast cell-driven diseases, at the 2026 American Academy of Allergy Asthma & Immunology Annual Meeting. The company is also highlighting a proof-of-mechanism study using an Icatibant skin challenge with short wave infrared imaging, underscoring its focus on innovating GPCR-based treatments for conditions with...
NasdaqGS:OSIS
NasdaqGS:OSISElectronic

Does OSI Systems' (OSIS) $377 Million Buyback Redefine Its Capital Allocation Playbook?

In late January 2026, OSI Systems, Inc. reported past second-quarter fiscal 2026 results with revenue of US$464.06 million and net income of US$38.7 million, both higher than a year earlier, alongside slightly higher basic earnings per share and flat diluted earnings per share from continuing operations. Over the same period, OSI Systems completed a sizeable share repurchase program totaling 3,225,088 shares for US$377.51 million since May 2020, which significantly reduced its share count...
NYSE:WLY
NYSE:WLYMedia

Assessing John Wiley & Sons (WLY) Valuation After Recent Weak Long Term Shareholder Returns

What Recent Returns Suggest About John Wiley & Sons Without a specific news headline driving attention today, John Wiley & Sons (WLY) is drawing interest for its recent share performance and current valuation signals, which some investors may see as a prompt to revisit the stock. The shares show a 1 day return of 1.47% and a 7 day return of 1.86%, while the past month and past 3 months reflect declines of 5.73% and 20.24% respectively. Over the past year, the total return sits at a 24.89%...
NasdaqGS:BKR
NasdaqGS:BKREnergy Services

Baker Hughes Agreements Highlight Shift Toward Storage And Low Carbon Projects

Baker Hughes (NasdaqGS:BKR) has partnered with Hydrostor to supply technology for advanced compressed air energy storage projects. The company signed a multiyear preferred provider agreement with Marathon Petroleum to supply hydrocarbon treatment solutions across US refineries. Baker Hughes also won multiple technology awards for the Wabash Valley Resources low carbon ammonia fertilizer plant in Indiana, covering hydrogen production, CO2 capture, and permanent sequestration equipment. Baker...
NasdaqCM:CELH
NasdaqCM:CELHBeverage

Will Pepsi’s Deeper Boardroom Role at Celsius (CELH) Subtly Reshape Its Long-Term Strategic Autonomy?

On February 10, 2026, Celsius Holdings, Inc. reported that two PepsiCo-designated directors resigned from its Board and were immediately replaced by senior PepsiCo executives Chrysso Jacoby and John Short, while Tony Guilfoyle moved from Chief Commercial Officer to Chief Customer Officer. This refresh deepens PepsiCo’s influence in Celsius’s boardroom and governance structure, potentially shaping how the company aligns with its key distribution partner. We’ll now examine how the deeper...
NYSE:FAF
NYSE:FAFInsurance

A Look At First American Financial (FAF) Valuation As Earnings And Revenue Growth Stabilize

Earnings preview and why this quarter matters First American Financial (FAF) is in focus this Wednesday afternoon as it prepares to report earnings, with analysts looking for revenue of $1.78b, or 5.6% year on year growth, compared with 17.9% in the same quarter last year. With estimates holding steady over the past month, the upcoming release is less about surprise and more about how the title insurance and home warranty provider is currently converting a stabilizing real estate transaction...
NasdaqGS:KLAC
NasdaqGS:KLACSemiconductor

KLA (KLAC) Is Up 5.6% After Earnings Beat, Dividend Hike And New Guidance - Has The Bull Case Changed?

KLA Corporation recently reported second-quarter 2025 results, posting revenue of US$3,297.15 million and net income of US$1,145.68 million, while its board declared a US$1.90 per share quarterly dividend payable on March 3, 2026, and confirmed third-quarter guidance for revenue of US$3.35 billion ± US$150 million and GAAP diluted EPS of US$8.07 to US$9.63. Alongside completing a very large share repurchase program totaling US$9.06 billion since mid-2022, these actions underline KLA’s focus...
NYSE:NTB
NYSE:NTBBanks

Butterfield Bank (NTB) Net Interest Margin Holds At 2.69% Challenging Bearish Profitability Narratives

How Bank of N.T. Butterfield & Son (NYSE:NTB)'s FY 2025 Numbers Set the Stage Bank of N.T. Butterfield & Son (NYSE:NTB) has reported a clean set of FY 2025 numbers, with fourth quarter revenue of US$159.1 million and basic EPS of US$1.58 anchoring the latest release. Over the past year, the bank has recorded trailing twelve month revenue of US$606.7 million and basic EPS of US$5.71. This gives investors a fuller picture of how the quarterly performance fits within the broader trend. With a...
NasdaqGS:LPLA
NasdaqGS:LPLACapital Markets

Does LPL Financial (LPLA) Face a Strategic Crossroads as AI Tools Challenge Its Advisory Model?

LPL Financial Holdings’ fourth-quarter 2025 results showed revenue of US$4,932.47 million and net income of US$300.72 million, while its board declared a US$0.30 per-share dividend that was paid on March 24, 2026 to shareholders of record on March 10, 2026. At the same time, the launch of advanced AI-powered tax and advisory tools raised concerns that automated solutions could pressure traditional wealth-management business models like LPL’s. We’ll now examine how investor anxiety over...
NYSE:ORCL
NYSE:ORCLSoftware

How Oracle’s US$45–50 Billion AI Cloud Expansion And Upgrade Will Impact Oracle (ORCL) Investors

In early February 2026, Oracle detailed plans to raise US$45.00–US$50.00 billion through a mix of debt and equity to expand its cloud infrastructure, while simultaneously rolling out new AI agents and manufacturing features across its Fusion Cloud and deepening healthcare and life sciences integrations on Oracle Cloud Infrastructure. These moves tie Oracle more tightly to AI-heavy customers such as OpenAI, TikTok, and major life sciences and healthcare providers, while materially increasing...
NasdaqGS:CGNX
NasdaqGS:CGNXElectronic

Assessing Cognex (CGNX) Valuation After Recent Share Price Momentum And Mixed Long Term Returns

What recent returns suggest about Cognex (CGNX) Cognex (CGNX) has delivered a 0.1% move over the past day, with gains of 6.7% over the past week and around 12% over the past month, leaving the shares near US$43.58. Over the past 3 months the stock shows a total return of about 14%, while the 1 year total return is roughly 11%. Longer term, 3 year and 5 year total returns sit in negative territory. See our latest analysis for Cognex. For Cognex, the recent 7 day and 30 day share price returns...