U.S. Professional Services Stock News

In the past week, Essent Group reported second quarter 2025 results that saw earnings per share and revenue exceed analyst expectations, declared a quarterly cash dividend of US$0.31 per share, and completed a share repurchase program totaling almost 4.18 million shares for US$240.21 million. Additionally, Moody's upgraded Essent Group's insurance financial strength and debt ratings, signaling a strengthened credit profile and confidence in the company’s business fundamentals. We'll now...

Cadre Holdings reported its second quarter 2025 results, with sales rising to US$157.11 million from US$144.31 million a year earlier, while net income edged down to US$12.21 million compared to US$12.57 million. The company also updated its full-year 2025 net sales guidance, now expecting between US$624 million and US$630 million, offering investors fresh insights into management's outlook amid shifting demand and margin trends. We will examine how Cadre Holdings’ updated full-year sales...

On August 6, 2025, Iron Mountain's Board of Directors declared a quarterly cash dividend of US$0.785 per share for the third quarter and raised its full-year 2025 revenue guidance to a range of US$6.79 billion to US$6.94 billion, following the release of its second quarter results showing revenue growth but a net loss of US$44.92 million. This period also saw increased institutional interest, with Baron Real Estate Income Fund acquiring shares, underscoring confidence in Iron Mountain's...

F&G Annuities & Life announced a new partnership on August 6, 2025, with a Blackstone-backed reinsurance vehicle, securing about US$1 billion in expected capital and introducing a forward flow reinsurance agreement covering certain fixed indexed annuity products. This collaboration aims to boost F&G's capital-light operating model and highlights ongoing efforts to balance long-term growth opportunities with efficient liability management. We’ll explore how this major reinsurance partnership...

Soho House & Co reported its second quarter and six-month 2025 financial results, recording sales of US$251.13 million and revenue of US$329.8 million for the quarter, with net income of US$24.89 million, an improvement from a net loss of US$29.9 million last year. This marks the company's transition from losses to profitability, highlighting operational improvements and stronger performance over the previous year's equivalent periods. We'll now examine how Soho House & Co's return to net...

Lakeland Financial recently reported a dividend yield of 3.29%, surpassing both the Banks - Midwest industry average and the S&P 500, with a five-year track record of increasing dividends and an average annual growth rate of 11.83%. An earnings growth rate projection of 12.10% for fiscal 2025 supports the company’s outlook for continued dividend increases and robust shareholder returns. To assess how this strong dividend growth record impacts Lakeland Financial's investment narrative, let's...

Rush Enterprises recently reported its second quarter and six-month 2025 financial results, announced a US$0.19 per share cash dividend for shareholders of record as of August 12, and updated the completion of a share repurchase program totaling more than 2% of shares outstanding since April 2025. These announcements collectively highlight how the company is balancing shareholder returns with its operational performance amid a period of stable but slightly lower revenue and profits compared...

On July 30, 2025, NorthWestern Energy Group reported its second quarter financial results and announced it will provide energy services for Quantica Infrastructure’s proposed Montana data center, with a declared quarterly dividend of US$0.66 per share payable September 30, 2025. This energy services agreement positions NorthWestern Energy to potentially supply up to 1 gigawatt of power, highlighting surging regional demand linked to tech sector expansion and data center growth. To assess how...

In a move to elevate Las Vegas' culinary landscape, ARIA Resort & Casino announced plans to debut the renowned Two Michelin-starred Gymkhana restaurant this fall, aiming to enhance its standing among luxury dining destinations. This partnership brings a flagship international brand to the Strip, reinforcing ARIA’s commitment to high-end experiences and targeting discerning global travelers. Now, we'll assess how ARIA's high-profile restaurant launch intersects with MGM Resorts...

Remitly Global, Inc. recently announced strong second quarter 2025 results, highlighted by US$411.85 million in sales and a swing to profitability, alongside raised full-year revenue guidance to between US$1.61 billion and US$1.62 billion and the initiation of a US$200 million share repurchase program. Moving from a net loss to a net profit and introducing a sizable buyback plan underscores a significant shift in operational momentum and management’s confidence in the company’s future...

Colgate-Palmolive recently announced its second-quarter 2025 results, reporting sales of US$5.11 billion and net income of US$743 million, alongside the completion of a repurchase of over 2.83 million shares for US$257.16 million. The company reaffirmed its full-year 2025 guidance, highlighting expectations for low single-digit net sales growth and noting the impact of exiting private label pet sales and foreign exchange pressures. We’ll examine how the updated sales guidance and ongoing...

Arcus Biosciences reported second-quarter 2025 earnings, highlighting a surge in revenue to US$160 million and a net loss of US$112 million, alongside an updated pipeline featuring multiple late-stage drug development milestones in cancer therapies. The recent pipeline update underscored progress in pivotal Phase 3 programs and granted Orphan Drug Designation for quemliclustat in pancreatic cancer, marking important developments for Arcus's future clinical and regulatory outlook. We'll...

On July 31, 2025, Amicus Therapeutics reported its second quarter and six-month earnings, showing a quarterly net loss of US$24.42 million compared to US$15.7 million a year earlier, but a reduced net loss for the six-month period along with reaffirmed expectations of total revenue growth and positive GAAP net income in the second half of 2025. An interesting insight is that while the quarterly net loss widened year-over-year, the company's first-half results improved and management remains...

Freshpet, Inc. announced its second quarter 2025 results earlier this month, reporting sales of US$264.69 million and net income of US$16.36 million compared to a net loss a year earlier. Despite stronger quarterly profits, the company lowered its 2025 full-year sales growth guidance and removed its ambitious 2027 sales target, signaling a more cautious outlook on growth. We'll explore how Freshpet's revised guidance and removal of long-term sales targets impact the company's investment...

Entergy Corporation recently reported second-quarter 2025 results, showing a year-over-year increase in revenue to US$3.33 billion and net income to US$467.93 million, alongside an omnibus shelf registration filing for potential future issuances of common stock, preferred stock, depository shares, and notes. A key insight is the dramatic jump in net income compared to the same quarter last year, highlighting a period of improved operational performance and profitability for Entergy. We'll...

LPL Financial Holdings announced the closing of its acquisition of Commonwealth Financial Network and introduced a US$50 million investment in AI-powered advisor compensation and new wealth management platforms at its Focus 2025 conference. This move underscores LPL Financial’s drive to harness advanced technology solutions to enhance efficiency and advisor experience in the rapidly evolving independent advisory space. We'll now explore how LPL Financial’s significant AI investment may...

N-able, Inc. recently reported its second-quarter and half-year 2025 results, showing a swing from net income to a US$4.02 million net loss for the quarter and a US$11.18 million loss for the first six months, compared to profits in the same periods last year. Alongside these results, N-able issued guidance expecting 7% to 8% year-over-year revenue growth for the full year, highlighting anticipated ongoing top-line expansion despite current profitability pressures. We'll examine how N-able's...

Yelp Inc. recently reported its second-quarter 2025 earnings, posting US$370.39 million in sales and a net income of US$44.09 million, both up from the previous year, along with continued share buybacks totaling 57.83% of outstanding shares since 2018. A significant insight is that Yelp exceeded analyst expectations for both revenue and earnings, primarily driven by its growing services segment, cost controls, and expanded use of AI-powered features such as Yelp Assistant, despite ongoing...

In its latest earnings announcement, ProFrac Holding Corp. reported a second-quarter 2025 revenue of US$501.9 million, down from US$579.4 million a year prior, and a net loss of US$105.9 million compared to US$66.7 million in the same period last year. The company also launched a US$75 million underwritten public offering intended to repay debt and support general operations, highlighting ongoing efforts to address financial pressures and liquidity needs. We'll explore how the...

In the past week, Victory Capital Holdings announced a substantial expansion of its share buyback plan to US$500 million and confirmed the successful integration of the Amundi US business, which enhanced the company's scale, diversification, and generated significant cost synergies. This development also saw the introduction of the Pioneer Investments brand to the platform and included updates on increased dividends and further acquisition ambitions, signaling robust momentum in business...

Workiva Inc. reported its second quarter 2025 results, disclosing revenue of US$215.19 million and a net loss of US$19.4 million, alongside updates to executive leadership and the completion of a US$50.11 million share buyback program. In addition to its earnings release, the company issued new guidance for the upcoming quarter and full year while announcing that CFO Jill Klindt will step down after a successor is appointed or by December 2025. We will examine how the CFO transition and...

Marriott Vacations Worldwide Corporation recently reported its second quarter 2025 earnings, with sales rising to US$160 million and revenue to US$1.25 billion, while net income climbed to US$69 million, all compared to the prior year. Despite reaffirming its full-year guidance, the company's significant year-over-year increases in net income and earnings per share point to enhanced profitability and operational execution. We'll explore how this strong earnings performance, especially the...

Agios Pharmaceuticals recently announced that the Saudi Food and Drug Authority approved PYRUKYND® (mitapivat) for treating adult patients with both non-transfusion-dependent and transfusion-dependent alpha- or beta-thalassemia, based on robust Phase 3 clinical data. This regulatory win not only expands Agios’ access in the Gulf region but also underscores the global momentum for PYRUKYND, as regulatory reviews continue in the U.S., EU, and other key markets. With this Gulf region approval...

In July 2025, Fortune Brands Innovations reported second quarter results, announcing a 3% year-over-year sales decline to US$1,203.3 million and net income of US$100.3 million, alongside updated full-year 2025 guidance anticipating flat to 2% lower net sales and EPS before charges/gains of US$3.75 to US$3.95. During the same period, the company completed a buyback of 1,192,532 shares for US$63 million, reflecting efforts to return capital to shareholders as it contends with ongoing margin...