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Palantir Technologies Inc. ( NASDAQ:PLTR ) recently posted some strong earnings, and the market responded positively...

As you might know, Lexicon Pharmaceuticals, Inc. ( NASDAQ:LXRX ) last week released its latest second-quarter, and...

Pool Corporation recently declared a quarterly cash dividend of US$1.30 per share, payable on August 27, 2026 to shareholders of record as of August 13, 2026, and earlier this month presented at Deutsche Bank’s Chicago Industrials Summit in Chicago. At the same time, intensifying drought conditions in parts of England and the prospect of bans on swimming pools are raising questions about how water-use restrictions in key markets could affect demand for Pool’s products and services. Against...

What the Curium acquisition means for Lantheus investors Curium US LLC has agreed to acquire Lantheus Holdings (LNTH) in a transaction valued at up to US$8b, offering US$102.50 in cash per share at closing plus contingent value rights worth up to US$12.00 per share. The contingent value rights are linked to commercial milestones for key Lantheus products through 2030. Until the deal closes, currently expected in the first half of 2027 subject to approvals, Lantheus will remain an independent,...

With the S&P 500 priced at one of its richest Shiller P/E readings on record and dividend yields near historic lows, many investors are wondering where to find solid value without simply hugging the index. This is where a focus on larger companies with lower P/E ratios and dividend yields above 2% can feel especially relevant. This article walks through three stocks that stand out on those measures and appear particularly exposed to the current valuation extremes in the market. The stocks...

Recent options trading in Valley National Bancorp (VLY) has drawn attention, with the Sept. 18, 2026 $20 put contract showing elevated implied volatility that points to expectations of a meaningful catalyst for the stock. See our latest analysis for Valley National Bancorp. At a share price of $14.65, Valley National Bancorp has shown firm momentum, with an 11.32% 90 day share price return and a 63.01% 1 year total shareholder return that options traders appear to be weighing against...

AECOM stock has fallen sharply over the past year, yet the current checks suggest the shares no longer look obviously cheap or clearly expensive. The Discounted Cash Flow (DCF) intrinsic value estimate sits close to the market price, while the earnings multiple signals still lean toward AECOM trading on the inexpensive side. Over the last 12 months, AECOM shareholders have seen the share price decline 37.7%, which puts extra focus on whether the current level offers reasonable value or just...

Oil prices have recently spiked on concerns around the Strait of Hormuz, which keeps inflation risks on the radar for central banks and keeps borrowing conditions in focus for listed companies. Founder led businesses often react faster when conditions change, because leadership has more skin in the game. This article highlights three founder led stocks from the screener that show how this mindset can matter for long term investors. The three stocks below are just a small sample from the...

Herc Holdings Inc. has reported past second-quarter 2026 results showing sales of US$1,072 million and revenue of US$1,204 million, with net income of US$19 million, and confirmed completion of its long-running US$838.4 million share repurchase program. The shift from a net loss in the prior-year quarter to positive earnings per share of US$0.57 from continuing operations highlights a meaningful improvement in profitability. Next, we will examine how this return to quarterly profitability...

Central banks are still cautious on inflation as oil prices stay firm, which keeps borrowing costs in focus and puts more pressure on companies to use capital efficiently. That backdrop puts extra attention on AI stocks that help businesses cut costs or do more with the same resources. This article walks through 3 AI stocks from our screener that show how different parts of the sector approach that opportunity. The three AI stocks covered below are just a small sample, and the full screen...

Amplitude (AMPL) is back in focus after its second quarter 2026 report showed higher sales alongside a wider net loss, followed by fresh revenue guidance that set updated expectations for the rest of the year. See our latest analysis for Amplitude. The earnings release and fresh guidance appear to have reset expectations around Amplitude, with investors reacting quickly. The 90 day share price return of 97.25% and 30 day share price return of 32.79% suggest strong positive momentum, while the...

Black Stone Minerals, L.P. recently reported past second‑quarter 2026 results showing revenue of US$148.97 million and net income of US$106.36 million, alongside a board-approved cash distribution of US$0.32 per common unit. While both quarterly and year-to-date revenue and earnings were lower than a year ago, the partnership still delivered a distribution with coverage of about 1.18x, highlighting its current payout capacity. We’ll now examine how the softer earnings alongside the...

AirSculpt Technologies (AIRS) is back in focus after reporting Q2 2026 results and reaffirming full year revenue guidance at the lower end of its US$151 million to US$157 million range. See our latest analysis for AirSculpt Technologies. The Q2 2026 update and guidance reaffirmation come after a sharp reset in AirSculpt Technologies' share price, with the stock falling 45.11% on a 1 day share price return and leaving the 1 year total shareholder return down 58.02%. However, the year to date...

The Morning Bull - US Market Morning Update Tuesday, Aug, 11 2026 US stock futures are slightly higher this morning, with E mini S&P 500 contracts up about 0.1% and Nasdaq 100 futures ahead by roughly 0.4%. The move comes as the US 10 year Treasury yield holds near 4.66% after softer payrolls data, which hints at a cooler jobs market and takes a little pressure off borrowing costs for households and companies. At the same time, oil prices remain firm as talks around the Strait of Hormuz...

Atkore (ATKR) has agreed to be acquired by Prysmian in an all cash transaction valuing the company at about $3.8 billion, with shareholders set to receive $95.00 per share if the deal closes. See our latest analysis for Atkore. The proposed Prysmian deal comes after a strong run in Atkore’s share price, with a 30 day share price return of 29.78% and a year to date share price return of 45.51%. The 1 year total shareholder return of 77.65% contrasts with a 3 year total shareholder return that...

Why New Jersey Resources is in focus after its latest earnings New Jersey Resources (NJR) drew fresh attention after reporting third quarter and nine month results on 3 August 2026. The company returned to profitability in the quarter and reported higher sales and net income versus the prior year periods. See our latest analysis for New Jersey Resources. Despite the positive third quarter results, New Jersey Resources shares have eased in the short term, with the 7 day share price return down...

In late July 2026, Safehold Inc. reported second-quarter and first-half 2026 results showing higher sales, revenue, net income and earnings per share year over year, while also completing a US$16.3 million buyback of 1,086,328 shares under its repurchase program. Beyond the headline earnings growth, Safehold’s decision to retire about 1.51% of its share base and advance its Brookfield joint venture underscores management’s focus on capital efficiency and expanding its ground lease...

Vertical Aerospace has completed a Composite Units Offering of US$35.00 million, issuing 33,333,334 equity/derivative units at US$1.05 each with a US$0.0735 discount per security. This capital raise adds meaningful funding flexibility for the VX4 program and broader operations, while also increasing the company’s equity base. We’ll now examine how this US$35.00 million capital injection via composite units could reshape Vertical Aerospace’s investment narrative and risk profile. This...

Tutor Perini Corporation reported past second-quarter 2026 results showing higher sales of US$1,637.05 million and net income of US$65.74 million, alongside confirming its full-year outlook, raising its quarterly dividend to US$0.09 per share, updating its buyback activity, and highlighting a new US$69.5 million federal water and wastewater contract. The combination of stronger earnings, an increased dividend, active share repurchases, and a growing backlog from specialized infrastructure...

IDACORP, Inc. has reported its second-quarter 2026 results, with sales of US$468.67 million, revenue of US$469.80 million and net income of US$102.58 million, alongside higher basic and diluted earnings per share from continuing operations compared with the same period in 2025. For the first half of 2026, IDACORP increased net income and earnings per share even as sales and total revenue slightly decreased year over year, and it also raised full‑year 2026 earnings guidance to US$6.30–US$6.45...

How Teekay Tankers’ latest earnings and dividend set the stage for investors Teekay Tankers (TNK) just reported second quarter 2026 results that show higher revenue and net income compared with a year earlier. The company also confirmed its regular cash dividend, which keeps income expectations clear for shareholders. See our latest analysis for Teekay Tankers. The Teekay Tankers share price has pulled back slightly in the past week, with a 7 day share price return that declined 5.31%...

AI data centers are pulling in huge amounts of capital, yet a large share of the commitments that support this buildout sits off balance sheet. That gap between visible and hidden obligations is starting to worry some investors, and create curiosity for others. This article looks at how that story connects to 3 stocks from the AI Infrastructure Providers screener that appear positively exposed to this surge in spending. The three stocks below are just a starting sample from this theme, while...

Eagle Materials recently reported first-quarter 2026 results showing sales of US$650.97 million, up from US$634.69 million a year earlier, while net income fell to US$102.13 million and the Board declared a past quarterly dividend of US$0.25 per share payable on October 13, 2026. At the July 30, 2026 Annual Meeting, stockholders approved declassifying the board and granting investors the right to call special meetings, reshaping the company’s corporate governance framework. We’ll now examine...

Why Brighthouse Financial Stock Is In Focus After Q2 Results Brighthouse Financial (BHF) has moved into the spotlight after its second quarter 2026 earnings report showed revenue of US$1,622 million and net income of US$981 million, both higher than the prior year period. For the first half of 2026, revenue of US$3,149 million and net income of US$215 million marked a shift from the net loss reported a year earlier, giving investors fresh numbers to assess the stock. See our latest analysis...