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Consumer staples stocks are back in focus after the latest inflation report showed headline CPI at 4.2% in May 2026, with energy prices jumping 3.9% in a single month and 23.5% over the past year. Higher and more volatile energy costs, combined with uncertainty around Federal Reserve policy and the U.S.-Iran conflict, can ripple through sectors that sell everyday essentials. This article looks at three large consumer staples stocks from our screener that appear closely tied to these inflation...

In late June 2026, Viavi Solutions was added to several Russell large- and mid-cap indices and launched an Ultra Ethernet Transport validation solution for AI fabrics aimed at hyperscalers, cloud providers and network equipment makers. This combination of index reclassification and AI-focused product innovation underscores Viavi’s evolving role as an infrastructure enabler for next-generation high-speed AI networks. Next, we’ll examine how Viavi’s new Ultra Ethernet AI fabric validation...

In late June 2026, Ultra Clean Holdings, Inc. was removed from several Russell value benchmarks, including the Russell 2000 Value and Russell 3000 Value indices, following index rebalancing. This index removal comes amid intense interest in the company tied to AI-driven semiconductor equipment demand and high-profile media attention, highlighting a contrast between benchmark exclusion and strong sector enthusiasm. We’ll now examine how Ultra Clean’s removal from key Russell value indices...

In June 2026, EnerSys introduced its DataSafe Noir lithium-based energy storage system for data centers, designed to handle real-world, high-density and AI-driven power loads while delivering substantially higher output power and energy capacity than leading lithium alternatives. This launch expands EnerSys’ portfolio beyond its traditional lead-acid batteries, giving data center operators a more compact, higher-performance option for managing complex power demands. We’ll now explore how...

Primoris Services (PRIM) is under close watch after sharply cutting its full year 2026 guidance, citing cost overruns and delays on six renewables projects, a 70% net income reduction, and the abrupt COO departure. See our latest analysis for Primoris Services. The sharp cut to Primoris Services' 2026 guidance has come after a period of strong long term performance. The stock is now trading at $88.20 following a 30 day share price return down 30.89% and a 1 year total shareholder return of...

Cboe Global Markets (CBOE) has drawn fresh attention after launching Cboe Predicts, a new suite of prediction markets built around binary option contracts on the Mini S&P 500 Index, aimed at retail traders. See our latest analysis for Cboe Global Markets. That launch comes after a choppy stretch for Cboe Global Markets, with the share price at about US$248.99 and a 30-day share price return that declined 12.67% alongside a 90-day share price return that fell 14.13%. At the same time, the...

PENN Entertainment has already opened its new US$360 million Hollywood Casino & Hotel Aurora in Illinois, replacing its long-running riverboat venue with a 388,500-square-foot, 24/7 land-based property featuring expanded gaming, dining, hotel, spa, and event facilities. On the index front, PENN shifted from larger-cap Russell 1000 and Midcap benchmarks into the Russell 2000 family, potentially altering its investor base and trading patterns as funds tracking these indices rebalance. We’ll...

Baidu has recently drawn heightened investor attention as analysts project year-over-year earnings growth for the current quarter and the company prepares for an extraordinary general meeting following the past setting of a July 17, 2026 record date for shareholder voting eligibility. At the same time, Baidu’s expanding presence in autonomous mobility through its Apollo Go robotaxi platform has become a key focus, as investors weigh how its AI capabilities and partnerships could influence...

Sharplink (SBET) is drawing fresh attention after being added to multiple Russell indexes, including the Russell 2000 and Russell 3000. This move can influence trading flows and institutional interest. See our latest analysis for Sharplink. Sharplink's recent Russell index inclusions and the completion of a US$41.68 million buyback tranche coincide with a 10.39% 7 day share price return. However, the stock is still down 45.20% on a year to date share price basis and 58.06% on a 1 year total...

Allison Transmission Holdings was recently added to the S&P MidCap 400 index, replacing Goodyear Tire & Rubber, with the change becoming effective before trading opened on 6 July 2026. This index inclusion can broaden Allison’s visibility and may increase demand from index-tracking funds that now need to hold the stock. We’ll now examine how Allison’s S&P MidCap 400 inclusion could influence its investment narrative built around acquisitions, electrification, and diversification. Capitalize...

With inflation trends, growth signals and policy shifts pulling markets in different directions, it pays to focus on what companies actually generate in cash. The Undervalued Stocks Based On Cash Flows screener does exactly that, highlighting businesses where discounted cash flow (DCF) estimates from SWS suggest a gap between current share price and fair value. For investors who care about paying less than something might be worth, this can be a useful starting point. In this article, you...

Enterprise Products Partners (EPD) is drawing fresh attention after co CEO A.J. “Jim” Teague announced plans to retire in January 2027, and co CEO W. Randall “Randy” Fowler is set to assume the sole CEO role. See our latest analysis for Enterprise Products Partners. Against that backdrop, Enterprise Products Partners’ share price is at US$36.75, with the stock posting a 14.27% year to date share price return and a 24.51% total shareholder return over 1 year. The 5 year total shareholder...

In late June 2026, Stifel Financial Corp. (NYSE: SF) was removed from the Russell 1000 Dynamic Index, prompting portfolio adjustments by index-tracking investors. This change alters the mix of institutional holders that benchmark to the index, potentially affecting trading liquidity and how the stock is positioned in diversified portfolios. Next, we will examine how Stifel’s removal from the Russell 1000 Dynamic Index may influence its existing investment narrative and outlook. The best...

Netskope (NTSK) has drawn fresh attention after its latest earnings report, with the stock rising about 16.8% over the month as investors reacted to revenue trends and product traction. See our latest analysis for Netskope. Looking beyond the past month, Netskope’s share price return has climbed 29.1% over 90 days, yet the year to date share price return is down 30.7%. This points to improving near term momentum after a weaker start to the year as investors reassess growth potential and risk...

Mercantile Bank (MBWM) was recently removed from the Russell 2000 Dynamic Index. This change could influence its index-linked ownership, trading liquidity, and how some institutional investors treat the stock in passive portfolios. See our latest analysis for Mercantile Bank. Despite the recent index removal, Mercantile Bank’s share price has gained 21.42% year to date, with a 9.84% 1 month share price return and 12.34% 3 month share price return. The 3 year total shareholder return of...

In late June 2026, LightPath Technologies, Inc. was added to multiple Russell small-cap and growth indexes, including the Russell 2000 and Russell 3000 families, and on July 1, 2026 it completed a US$10,800 Regulation D private placement with a single investor. This broad index inclusion and targeted capital raise together highlight LightPath’s evolving profile as a small-cap optics player attracting greater institutional attention and specialized funding support. Next, we’ll examine how...

The Nuclear Renaissance screener sits at the crossroads of rising global electricity demand, pressure for lower carbon emissions, and an AI buildout that needs reliable 24/7 power. While inflation trends, PMIs, and energy prices move differently across regions, they all keep the focus on who can deliver dependable, carbon-free electricity at scale. This screener filters for companies tied to that long-term need, rather than short-term commodity swings. In this article, you will see three of...

Q2 2026 earnings call sets the near term focus for Avery Dennison Avery Dennison (AVY) has scheduled its second quarter 2026 earnings release for the morning of July 30, with a conference call later that day, putting upcoming results in focus for investors. This event gives you a defined moment to reassess Avery Dennison’s US$166.97 share price, recent returns, and business mix across its materials and digital identification solutions segments using the latest financial data. See our latest...

In late June 2026, Hertz Global Holdings, Inc. completed a US$100,000,000 follow-on common stock offering, filed an additional US$74.55 million shelf registration tied to an ESOP-related issuance of 32,411,649 shares, and was added to multiple Russell value and small-cap benchmarks. Together, these capital-raising moves and new index inclusions increase Hertz’s potential access to institutional capital and broaden its investor visibility within value-focused indices. Next, we will explore...

In late June 2026, Marathon Petroleum Corporation reported the passing of long-serving director Abdulaziz F. Alkhayyal and, around the same time, was added to several Russell growth benchmarks, including the Russell Midcap Growth, Russell 1000 Growth, Russell 3000 Growth, and Russell 3000E Growth indices. These index inclusions can broaden Marathon Petroleum’s exposure to institutional investors and index-tracking funds at a time when refining economics are being supported by softer crude...

In June 2026, Sensata Technologies launched its Active + Passive PyroFuse STPS500P Series, a high-voltage protection device that combines system-triggered and current-driven interruption to improve fault protection in electrified applications such as electric vehicles, commercial transport, charging infrastructure, and industrial systems. By integrating dual-trigger protection with millisecond-level interruption in a single component, the new PyroFuse aims to cut system complexity and cost...

Ferrari (RACE) has drawn fresh attention after reporting the latest tranche of its share repurchase activity, buying back 62,641 shares in late June as part of a multi year, multibillion euro program. See our latest analysis for Ferrari. Ferrari shares have recently picked up pace, with a 1 day share price return of 2.75% and a 30 day share price return of 10.02%. However, the 1 year total shareholder return is down 20.56%, leaving long term investors with a 5 year total shareholder return of...

Halliburton (HAL) is in focus after the company reported the death of long-serving board member Abdulaziz F. Al Khayyal, who sat on the Audit and Health, Safety and Environment committees, prompting fresh attention on its governance profile. See our latest analysis for Halliburton. Halliburton’s share price has come under pressure recently, with a 30 day share price return down 20.04% and a 90 day share price return down 13.65%, even though the 1 year total shareholder return is 56.71% and...

Norfolk Southern (NSC) is back in focus after being dropped from the Russell 1000 Dynamic Index. This type of index change often triggers portfolio reshuffling by tracking funds and can affect short term trading activity. See our latest analysis for Norfolk Southern. Norfolk Southern’s recent removal from the Russell 1000 Dynamic Index comes against a backdrop of firm share price momentum, with a 90-day share price return of 12.05% and a 1-year total shareholder return of 25.22%. This...