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First Horizon Corporation recently announced the election of Michael Moehn, a senior executive with deep experience in finance and operations, to its Board of Directors and First Horizon Bank Board, expanding the board from twelve to thirteen members. This move signals a strengthened commitment to leadership and governance, with Moehn's expertise particularly relevant for steering the company's financial and operational oversight. We'll examine how adding Michael Moehn to the board could...

Eagle Materials (EXP) is back in focus after new numbers revealed its return on capital employed has jumped 68% over the last five years, all without expanding its capital base. For investors, this is about more than just a financial ratio—it is a concrete signal that management’s investments are driving higher profits from the same resources. The company’s ability to compound earnings efficiently can turn heads, especially in an industry where growth often means pouring in more capital...

CarMax recently experienced a decline in its return on capital employed from 4.6% five years ago to 3.4%, now below the Specialty Retail industry average. This shift raises questions about the company’s ability to generate profitable growth as increased capital investment has not significantly boosted sales. We’ll examine how CarMax’s declining capital allocation efficiency could influence its outlook and the broader investment narrative. The end of cancer? These 27 emerging AI stocks are...

In recent days, Nutanix became the focus of heightened analyst optimism as consensus estimates for both earnings and revenue were revised upward ahead of its August 27, 2025 earnings report. Analysts are now forecasting a quarterly earnings per share increase of 18.5% with revenue growth anticipated at 17.3% year over year, reflecting a positive shift in sentiment as the results date approaches. One unique aspect is the marked 5.1% upward revision in consensus EPS estimates over the past...

If you have been watching Air Lease (AL), the recent announcement might have caught your eye. The company just delivered two more Airbus A321-200neo aircraft to China Airlines, bringing the count to eight new A321neos leased to the carrier. These long-term leases are significant in a global aviation landscape where airline customers are modernizing their fleets and responding to a steady pickup in travel demand. For Air Lease, consistent delivery activity like this not only strengthens key...

Anyone watching D.R. Horton (DHI) lately has probably noticed the stock catching a strong updraft after the company’s most recent earnings release. D.R. Horton not only beat expectations for revenue, operating income, and EPS, it also raised its full-year guidance. This combination tends to attract significant attention. Investors saw management demonstrate its confidence by returning $1.3 billion to shareholders through buybacks and dividends, all while navigating the challenges in today’s...

Bath & Body Works recently launched its new Disney Villains fragrance collection worldwide, featuring products inspired by Maleficent and the Evil Queen, with early access for loyalty members and a broader release on September 3, 2025. This marks the first time a Bath & Body Works collaboration with Disney has launched simultaneously in both domestic and international markets, providing fans across the globe immediate access and highlighting the expanding partnership between the two...

FuboTV and DAZN recently announced a multi-year partnership in Canada, expanding their content distribution to offer subscribers a bundled sports streaming experience, while Fubo’s French subsidiary, Molotov, secured streaming rights to France’s Ligue 1+ for the 2025/2026 season. This international expansion allows FuboTV to significantly broaden its premium live sports content offering across key markets, establishing a deeper foothold in global sports streaming and appealing to sports fans...

In August 2025, Intuitive Machines announced and completed a US$300 million fixed-income offering through the issuance of 2.500% convertible senior unsecured notes due in October 2030 under Rule 144A. This major financing initiative marks a significant adjustment to the company's capital structure and provides both immediate capital and potential equity dilution through its convertible feature. We'll look at how this substantial convertible notes issuance could impact Intuitive Machines'...

On August 12, 2025, PennyMac Financial Services, Inc. closed its previously announced offering of US$650 million in 6.750% Senior Notes due 2034, with proceeds set to repay existing secured debt and support general corporate purposes. This substantial refinancing move introduces a new long-term debt instrument that may reshape the company's liquidity position and future flexibility. We’ll explore how this sizeable senior notes issuance influences PennyMac’s investment narrative, especially...

If you have been watching Li Auto (NasdaqGS:LI), you have probably noticed the recent flurry of headlines as top investment banks issued multiple stock downgrades. These moves are getting attention not just because so many major firms acted in quick succession, but also because of the consistent thread running through their concerns: the Chinese EV sector is facing tougher headwinds. As the country's passenger vehicle market shows signs of slowing and government subsidies come to an end,...

Moody’s Corporation announced that Stephen Tulenko, President of Moody’s Analytics, has resigned effective September 2, 2025, with Andy Frepp, the Chief Operating Officer, immediately appointed as Interim President following Tulenko’s departure. This leadership transition comes as Moody’s experiences increasing demand from the rapidly growing private credit markets, emphasizing the important link between internal management shifts and evolving market trends. We’ll explore how Moody’s...

Avnet, Inc. recently announced that its Board of Directors has approved a 6% increase in the quarterly cash dividend to $0.35 per share, payable on September 26, 2025, to shareholders of record as of September 17, 2025. This dividend increase underscores the company’s emphasis on returning capital to shareholders and can be viewed as a reflection of Avnet’s financial resilience. We'll explore how Avnet’s higher dividend aligns with its focus on shareholder returns and what it means for the...

Allianz Suisse recently announced it has partnered with Reinsurance Group of America (RGA) on an asset-intensive reinsurance agreement covering Swiss disability annuity liabilities worth US$350 million, marking a first-of-its-kind structure in Switzerland aimed at strengthening Allianz Suisse’s capital position. This transaction underscores RGA’s focus on innovative reinsurance solutions and expanding its capital-motivated strategies across Continental Europe. We’ll now examine how RGA’s...

Trying to figure out what to do with Figma stock? You are definitely not alone. The company’s shares have delivered a bumpy ride lately, and for investors, it is tempting to wonder if the recent swings reflect genuine shifts in growth potential or simply shifting perceptions of risk. Let us set the scene. After closing at $77.30 in the latest session, Figma has seen its price dip about 2.7% over the past week, despite a single-day jump of 6.2%. That is the kind of turbulence that often hints...

Earlier this week, Axalta Coating Systems reported record highs in adjusted EBITDA and adjusted diluted EPS for Q2 2025, attributed to operational improvements and growth in its Mobility segment, while Senior Vice President and Chief Human Resources Officer Amy Tufano sold 3,194 shares in a significant transaction. Despite this operational momentum, analysts recently downgraded the stock, highlighting concerns in the Refinish segment and ongoing market difficulties in North America, bringing...

Old National Bancorp (ONB) has just posted quarterly results that beat expectations, with revenue coming in 4.5% higher than forecast. For investors, that kind of outperformance stands out, especially since banks are navigating everything from economic uncertainty to competition from tech-driven newcomers. In addition to earnings, Old National’s commitment to both its common and preferred stock dividends sends a clear signal that management is prioritizing shareholder returns and confidence,...

Cognizant Technology Solutions hosted the world's largest online generative AI hackathon, "Vibe Coding," engaging over 53,000 participants from 40 countries as part of its US$1 billion AI investment strategy. This remarkable event highlights the company's ongoing efforts to upskill its workforce and reinforces its leadership in enterprise AI innovation. We'll examine how Cognizant's record-setting AI hackathon could influence its investment outlook through expanded digital...

At the Jackson Hole symposium held recently, Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell delivered dovish remarks suggesting potential interest rate cuts as inflation pressures eased and unemployment stayed low. This policy signal helped boost investor sentiment across financial stocks, including Origin Bancorp, as expectations shifted toward a more accommodative monetary stance. We'll explore how the prospect of lower rates could influence Origin Bancorp's growth outlook and risk profile for...

Following last week's Jackson Hole symposium, Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell's dovish remarks about moderating inflation and potential interest rate cuts triggered a broad rally in regional bank stocks, including National Bank Holdings. This policy shift has alleviated concerns about prolonged high rates, providing a fresh boost to sectors that often face pressure when borrowing costs are elevated. We'll explore how the prospect of lower interest rates could impact National Bank...

Thinking about what to do with Cintas stock right now? You are definitely not alone. For plenty of investors, Cintas has been one of those steady performers you appreciate on tough days, but recently, the situation has become more interesting. While the stock showed a dip of around 2.5% over the past month and is down a little over 3% in the last three months, it is still up an impressive 18% year-to-date, with more than 10% total return over the last year and a significant 170% gain over...

Hartford Insurance Group (NYSE:HIG) just delivered another earnings surprise, and it is giving investors plenty to think about. In its latest quarterly results, the company posted a 31% jump in core earnings, fueled by premium growth in its property and casualty segment, sharper underwriting, and solid investment income. In addition, Hartford returned $549 million to shareholders through buybacks and dividends, reinforcing both its financial stability and focus on shareholder returns. If you...

In recent days, German American Bancorp was part of a surge among regional bank stocks after Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell made dovish remarks at the Jackson Hole symposium. Powell’s comments signaled a potential shift toward interest rate cuts, a scenario that tends to improve sentiment for banks sensitive to borrowing costs. We'll explore how rising optimism about lower interest rates shapes German American Bancorp’s investment narrative for investors. Rare earth metals are the new...

Meta Platforms recently restructured its artificial intelligence division into four specialized teams and entered a six-year, over US$10 billion cloud computing partnership with Google, aiming to accelerate AI capabilities and product innovation. This collaboration with Google highlights Meta’s expanding reliance on external cloud infrastructure to support large-scale AI ambitions and future revenue opportunities. We'll explore how the Google partnership may impact Meta's long-term AI growth...