U.S. Professional Services Stock News

Vertiv Holdings (VRT) just announced a 67% jump in its annual cash dividend, raising it from $0.15 to $0.25 per share. This bold move follows strong financial results and signals management’s upbeat outlook on future earnings. See our latest analysis for Vertiv Holdings Co. Vertiv’s decisive dividend hike follows impressive momentum in the stock, with a 32% share price return over the last 90 days and an eye-popping three-year total shareholder return above 1,100%. While the share price has...

Adaptive Biotechnologies (ADPT) shares are drawing attention following the release of fresh financial results. Investors are sifting through the numbers to gauge the company’s ongoing progress and to assess how its outlook might influence future valuation. See our latest analysis for Adaptive Biotechnologies. Shares of Adaptive Biotechnologies have certainly delivered some excitement lately, with a 127.79% year-to-date share price return. This suggests momentum is strong among investors...

J. M. Smucker (SJM) shares have moved steadily over the past month, posting a 4% gain even as returns for the past quarter remain in the red. Investors are weighing this performance against the broader food and beverage sector outlook. See our latest analysis for J. M. Smucker. J. M. Smucker’s recent share price recovery hints at improving sentiment, but momentum is still elusive when you zoom out. The stock’s total return over the past year is a mild 2.8%, and over the longer term, gains...

PACCAR (PCAR) just wrapped up another month with shares seeing minor shifts, ending at $95.59. Investors are curious about how the company’s steady growth in revenue and net income might influence sentiment moving forward. See our latest analysis for PACCAR. While PACCAR’s share price edged lower by nearly 1% over the last day, the bigger picture shows the 1-year total shareholder return is down almost 11%. That recent pullback stands in contrast to solid long-term performance. With a robust...

Recently, Goldman Sachs revised its outlook for MYR Group Inc., reflecting increased confidence among analysts in the company’s future prospects. This shift follows MYR Group’s continued growth evidenced by outperformance in recent quarters and steady demand, as shown by its expanding backlog. We’ll consider how renewed analyst optimism, highlighted by Goldman Sachs’s valuation update, may influence the outlook for MYR Group’s future performance. This technology could replace computers:...

CBRE Group (CBRE) shares have posted a steady gain of 1% over the past week while giving up 2% for the month. Investors watching CBRE’s performance may be weighing broader market factors and sector sentiment. See our latest analysis for CBRE Group. CBRE Group’s share price has rebounded impressively this year, building positive momentum with an 18.3% year-to-date gain. Its 1-year total shareholder return sits at a robust 15.8%. This growth backdrop comes as the company benefits from a...

Black Stone Minerals, L.P. recently announced a leadership succession plan effective January 1, 2026, including the transition of Tom Carter to Executive Chairman, and the appointment of Fowler Carter and Taylor DeWalch as co-CEOs, alongside a Board change following the resignation of long-time director Will Mathis in October 2025. The company also released third quarter 2025 results showing financial performance and oil production largely similar to the previous year, suggesting investor...

Regions Financial recently completed a previously announced share repurchase program, buying back 68,224,822 shares, representing 7.47% of shares outstanding, for a total of US$1.44 billion as of November 3, 2025. This large-scale buyback often signals management's confidence in the company’s valuation and capital position, which may impact investor sentiment and capital allocation. We'll now examine what the completion of Regions Financial’s substantial buyback could mean for its future...

Red Cat Holdings (RCAT) reported third-quarter financial results that lagged market expectations, prompting a sharp decline in its stock price. The company also trimmed its full-year revenue forecast, which raised investor concerns. See our latest analysis for Red Cat Holdings. Red Cat Holdings’ rough earnings quarter and lowered outlook have clearly rattled short-term sentiment, with the stock down nearly 40% over the past month alone and off almost as much year-to-date. However, its...

Broadcom (AVGO) recently made headlines by announcing new initiatives in optical connectivity and custom AI chips. The company also secured over $10 billion in infrastructure orders from OpenAI. These moves highlight its ambition to shape the next wave of AI-driven data infrastructure. See our latest analysis for Broadcom. Broadcom’s flurry of new partnerships and product launches, such as its OpenAI collaboration and advanced VCF AI ReadyNodes, has certainly caught Wall Street’s attention...

Essent Group (ESNT) has been moving steadily in the market, with investors taking note of its longer-term performance. Over the past year, the stock has delivered a total return of nearly 12%, which has caught the attention of value-focused analysts. See our latest analysis for Essent Group. Essent Group’s share price has advanced over 12% year to date, building on consistent momentum that has helped it post an impressive 70% total shareholder return over the past three years. While recent...

Rhythm Pharmaceuticals recently announced that the FDA has extended the review period for the supplemental New Drug Application (sNDA) for IMCIVREE (setmelanotide) in acquired hypothalamic obesity, moving the PDUFA goal date from December 20, 2025, to March 20, 2026, after requesting further sensitivity analyses on clinical efficacy data. This regulatory update was classified as a major amendment but did not involve new data submissions or concerns related to safety or manufacturing,...

Vertex (VERX) made headlines by releasing its third quarter results, sharing updated revenue guidance for the rest of 2025, and announcing a plan to buy back up to $150 million of its shares. These moves provide investors with several points to consider about the company’s outlook and strategy. See our latest analysis for Vertex. Vertex’s share price has come under heavy pressure this year, dropping 62.1% year-to-date, even as management rolled out updated earnings guidance and a significant...

Wondering if Sunoco is a hidden gem or already fully priced? This article is for anyone curious about what the numbers and the market are really saying. Sunoco’s share price has shown some healthy overall growth, up 49.8% across three years and a big 163.7% over the past five, but with just a 1.4% gain year-to-date and recent small swings (up 2.4% in the past week, down 2.8% over the month), many are asking where it might go next. Market chatter lately has focused on Sunoco’s acquisition...

Septerna (SEPN) grabbed attention this week following a wave of positive analyst sentiment, with recent upgrades reflecting renewed confidence in the company’s trajectory. This comes just after Septerna reported a strong earnings turnaround. See our latest analysis for Septerna. After those upbeat earnings and high-profile conference presentations, Septerna's momentum has been unmistakable. The stock just surged 20.9% in a single day and is now up 112.9% over the last 90 days, signaling that...

Wondering if Mastercard is worth its hefty price tag? You are not alone, as many investors are debating whether this financial powerhouse still offers value. Despite slipping by 1.3% over the past week and 2.7% for the month, Mastercard has delivered a strong 64.2% gain in the last three years and sits 4.5% higher year-to-date. In the financial sector, Mastercard has recently made headlines by pushing further into open banking solutions and expanding its partnerships to...

In the past two weeks, SM Energy reported its third quarter 2025 earnings, revealing revenues of US$811.59 million and net income of US$155.09 million, along with the completion of a US$12.12 million share buyback tranche and updated production guidance for the remainder of 2025. Despite higher revenues compared to the previous year, the company saw a decline in net income and earnings per share, while recent analyst ratings shifted with two downgrades to Hold and one Buy, reflecting mixed...

CDW Corporation recently announced its third quarter 2025 results, reporting higher sales of US$5.74 billion but lower net income of US$291 million compared to the prior year, along with a 900,000 share repurchase and a quarterly dividend increase to US$0.630 per share. An interesting detail is that the company has now completed the repurchase of 55.5 million shares, about 36.9% of its outstanding stock, since 2014, highlighting a consistent long-term commitment to returning capital to...

First Commonwealth Financial (FCF) shares closed slightly higher, up about 1% on the day. The stock has posted a small gain this month, although it is still down about 5% over the past 3 months. See our latest analysis for First Commonwealth Financial. Momentum for First Commonwealth Financial has been steady rather than spectacular. After a mild rebound this month, the share price is still trailing year-to-date. Over the past year, its total shareholder return slipped more than 11%, though...

Kimbell Royalty Partners (KRP) has just announced third quarter results, highlighting a dip in net income and a lower cash distribution to unitholders as management prioritizes debt reduction. This shift is drawing attention from investors and analysts alike. See our latest analysis for Kimbell Royalty Partners. Despite the company tightening distributions and reporting reduced net income for the quarter, Kimbell Royalty Partners’ share price has shown resilience. Shares now trade at $13.79,...

Nextpower (NXT) is making waves with its corporate rebranding and a bold step beyond solar tracking, as it positions itself as a global provider of integrated energy technology solutions. The company has introduced new utility-scale power conversion systems and has set out an updated long-term growth strategy. See our latest analysis for Nextpower. After a choppy week that included a sharp drop on rebranding news, Nextpower’s share price has rebounded swiftly and now sits at $93.75. The stock...

Earlier this month, Snap Inc. reported third-quarter 2025 earnings with revenues of US$1.51 billion and a reduced net loss of US$103.54 million, and announced a new US$500 million share buyback program to be completed over 12 months. This combination of improving quarterly financial results and a substantial repurchase initiative highlights Snap's ongoing efforts to enhance shareholder value while reinforcing its balance sheet strength. We'll examine how Snap's announcement of a US$500...

Earlier this month, TopBuild completed a tranche of its share repurchase program, buying back 177,983 shares for US$65.53 million, and raised its full-year 2025 earnings guidance, now estimating net income at US$497 million to US$542 million on sales reaching up to US$5.45 billion. This combination of improved financial outlook and capital returns typically signals management confidence, even as recent results showed lower net income compared to the previous year. We’ll examine how...

GE Vernova (GEV) has caught the attention of investors lately as its year-to-date stock return now stands at 71%. Recent market performance puts it well ahead of broader sector trends, which has prompted a closer look at its fundamentals. See our latest analysis for GE Vernova. GE Vernova’s momentum has been hard to miss, with its share price return up 71% year-to-date and a standout 78% total return for shareholders over the past year. While there have been some dips along the way, investors...