U.S. Pharma Stock News

Wondering if it’s worth jumping into Riot Platforms or holding off for clearer skies? You’re in good company. With its stock price moving up over 54% in the last 90 days and more than doubling over the past year, Riot is not just along for the crypto ride; it has been leading the charge through headline-making volatility and regulatory curveballs. Recent White House actions hinting at new crypto investment opportunities in retirement portfolios have boosted optimism but also added...

Appian recently introduced a suite of platform enhancements, including AI-powered semantic smart search, broader AI accessibility for self-managed and FedRAMP environments, automatic data fabric scaling, and streamlined, embedded reporting tools. These upgrades are designed to strengthen Appian’s position among enterprises and public sector organizations by addressing current trends in AI, data integration, and secure, scalable workflow automation. We'll examine how Appian's introduction of...

Kadant Inc. was recently recognized by Newsweek as one of "America's Greatest Companies 2025," highlighting its achievements in stock performance, workforce engagement, sustainability, and innovation. This distinction reflects growing acknowledgment of Kadant's focus on sustainable industrial processing and high employee engagement as central strengths. We’ll explore how industry recognition for innovation and sustainability may influence Kadant's long-term investment narrative and future...

Recently, analysts highlighted Korn Ferry's industry-leading profitability, robust cash flows, and broad global reach as drivers of sustainable growth, even as labor market headwinds persist. This perspective suggests that current market valuations may not fully reflect consensus expectations for profit growth, signaling a potential mispricing in the stock. We'll now examine how heightened analyst confidence in Korn Ferry's global operations and profitability influences its overall...

Brookfield Wealth Solutions was recently recognized among the top financial sector growth leaders, alongside three peers, for its strong operational and strategic execution. This distinction highlights the company's resilience and ability to adapt quickly to shifting market conditions, reinforcing its reputation within the industry. We’ll explore how Brookfield Wealth Solutions’ industry recognition strengthens its investment narrative through effective leadership and management focus. This...

If you own or watch Autodesk (ADSK), the company’s latest move is tough to ignore. In a major shift, Autodesk has announced fresh pricing, including its first free tier and a steeply reduced Lite plan, for Flow Studio, its AI-powered tool for animation and VFX. By removing upfront costs and rolling out a global expansion, Autodesk is making advanced creative workflows more accessible than ever. This is a clear signal that it wants to bring both individual creators and studios into its...

There’s a lot to unpack after Sotera Health (SHC) surprised investors with its latest quarterly results. The company announced revenue grew over 6% from last year, easily topping expectations and marking the biggest earnings beat among peer companies in the research tools and consumables space. Strong volume gains at the Sterigenics division and wider margins at Nelson Labs have helped fuel this result, and markets were quick to respond. Shares have surged 45% since the news dropped. This...

Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell's recent dovish remarks at the Jackson Hole symposium triggered market optimism, leading to lower mortgage rates and increased confidence in interest rate cuts on the horizon. This shift is particularly meaningful for mortgage REITs like Annaly Capital Management, as the prospect of lower rates and improving mortgage spreads may support enhanced net interest margins and book value growth. We'll examine how expectations for a more accommodative Federal...

Earlier this week, Open Payment Network and Finzly each announced integrations with Q2 Holdings' Digital Banking Platform, expanding instant and cross-border payment capabilities for financial institutions. These partnerships enable clients to deploy a comprehensive set of real-time payment features and compliance tools directly within their digital banking experiences, rapidly enhancing product offerings for their customers. We'll look at how these integrations, especially the addition of...

Following dovish commentary at the Jackson Hole symposium, Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell signaled that the central bank might pivot toward interest rate cuts, easing market concerns about sustained high interest rates and influencing the outlook for regional banks. This potential shift in monetary policy direction boosted confidence in banking stocks such as NBT Bancorp, which are particularly sensitive to changes in borrowing costs and funding conditions. We’ll explore how improved...

There’s nothing like a surprise rally to get investors talking, and that’s exactly what happened to Dime Community Bancshares (DCOM) after the latest Jackson Hole symposium. Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell signaled a potential shift towards looser monetary policy, noting that inflation risks are cooling and unemployment remains low. For banks like Dime, which have faced a challenging rate environment, even a hint of upcoming cuts was enough to shake things up in a significant way. This...

Earlier this week, Home Depot reported its second quarter 2025 earnings, missing revenue and earnings estimates but reaffirmed its full-year outlook, with quarterly sales reaching US$45.28 billion and net income of US$4.55 billion. Customer engagement in smaller home improvement projects saw its strongest levels in two years, driving a significant improvement in same-store sales growth during July, according to management commentary. We'll explore how Home Depot's emphasis on resilient...

Mattel recently reported its second-quarter 2025 results, surpassing earnings expectations despite a year-over-year revenue decline, with expanded gross margins, international growth, and ongoing success in entertainment offerings. A highlight from the results is the strong performance in Action Figures and Vehicles, paired with continued share repurchases, pointing to strengthened brand momentum and a focus on driving long-term value for shareholders. We will explore how Mattel’s...

In recent weeks, Symbotic Inc. reported a significant downward revision in earnings estimates and a very large earnings per share (EPS) miss, even as the company posted a revenue surprise of 10.55% in its last quarter. The divergence between positive revenue trends and disappointing earnings results has contributed to heightened uncertainty regarding the company's near-term profitability and operational outlook. We'll now assess how concerns about weaker earnings expectations may influence...

In the past week, Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell delivered dovish remarks at the Jackson Hole symposium, indicating possible interest rate cuts and sparking optimism across the financial sector. Regional banks like 1st Source benefited from this sector-wide shift in sentiment, which coincided with the company’s continued pattern of dividend increases and earnings growth expectations. We’ll explore how the prospect of lower interest rates strengthens 1st Source's investment narrative,...

Earlier this month, Scholar Rock announced that positive Phase 3 SAPPHIRE trial results for its muscle-targeted therapy apitegromab in children and adults with spinal muscular atrophy (SMA) were published in The Lancet Neurology, also noting its Biologics License Application was accepted by the FDA for priority review. This marks apitegromab as the first muscle-targeted treatment candidate for SMA to achieve clinical success at a pivotal trial stage, further recognized by multiple special...

On August 23, 2025, Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell delivered dovish remarks at the Jackson Hole symposium, indicating the possibility of a shift toward interest rate cuts and a more supportive monetary policy stance. This policy signal eased concerns over sustained high interest rates, increasing investor optimism across regional financial stocks, including First Commonwealth Financial, and encouraging hopes for an improved economic outlook within the sector. We'll assess how signals of...

Brighthouse Financial announced on August 15, 2025, that it will pay quarterly dividends on its Series A, B, C, and D preferred depositary shares to holders of record as of September 10, 2025, with payments scheduled for September 25, 2025. This commitment to preferred shareholder dividends comes alongside the company's completion of a large share buyback and recent improvements in earnings, reflecting an ongoing focus on capital returns and profitability. Next, we'll consider how...

Earlier this month, Franklin Templeton Canada introduced two new low-fee index-tracking ETFs, the Franklin U.S. Quality Moat Dividend Index ETF and the Franklin FTSE India Index ETF, which began trading on Cboe Canada on August 14, 2025. These ETFs showcase the company’s commitment to expanding its competitive product range with a focus on quality and cost efficiency in key global markets. We'll examine how the rollout of low-fee, global index-tracking ETFs could influence Franklin...

East West Bancorp's recent second-quarter results surpassed analyst expectations, with record revenue, higher net interest income, and improved asset quality, while management raised guidance for full-year loan and revenue growth and continued share repurchases. Director Jack Liu's recent sale of 1,000 shares and East West Bancorp's participation in the upcoming Barclays Global Financial Services Conference add further dimensions to the company's recent activity and visibility. We'll explore...

Thinking about buying, selling, or holding Sherwin-Williams stock? You are not alone. Investors are paying close attention as Sherwin-Williams continues to paint a picture of steady growth. Over the past month, shares have climbed nearly 9%, building on a solid year-to-date return of more than 11%. While the pace has cooled compared to the company’s massive 3-year and 5-year total returns (over 62% and 73%, respectively), there is still healthy debate around whether the stock’s recent run is...

Constellation Energy (CEG) caught some investors off guard this week with its latest dip, sliding nearly 4% over the past month after a stretch of strong gains earlier in the year. There was no single headline-making event driving the pullback. However, the move has prompted questions about whether the market is rethinking risks or simply taking profits after a big run. Looking at the bigger picture, Constellation Energy shares are still up an impressive 60% over the past year and have...

3M Company recently announced the retirement of Gregory R. Page from its Board of Directors and affirmed a quarterly dividend of $0.73 per share, to be paid in September 2025. The company also reported a 290 basis point improvement in its adjusted operating margin in the second quarter and raised its full-year 2025 earnings guidance, underscoring ongoing business momentum amid cost pressures. We'll examine how 3M’s improved margin outlook and stronger earnings guidance may influence the...

WisdomTree, Inc. recently completed a US$415 million fixed-income offering of 4.625% senior unsecured notes due August 2030, with Oppenheimer & Co. Inc. serving as lead underwriter. This convertible bond issuance stands out for its size and callability, highlighting WisdomTree’s focus on flexible capital solutions and future growth capacity. With the completion of this significant convertible note offering, we'll examine how increased financial flexibility could affect WisdomTree's...