NYSE:GTY
NYSE:GTYRetail REITs

Will Rising Revenue and Lower Profit Change Getty Realty's (GTY) Dividend Narrative?

Getty Realty Corp. recently reported its second quarter 2025 earnings, showing increased revenue to US$53.26 million and announcing a US$0.47 per share cash dividend for October 2025. While revenue and sales rose compared to the prior year period, net income and earnings per share from continuing operations declined, highlighting changing profitability dynamics. We’ll examine how Getty’s continued dividend payout signals management’s confidence in supporting shareholder returns and shapes...
NYSE:STC
NYSE:STCInsurance

What Stewart Information Services (STC)'s Strong Q2 and H1 Earnings Reveal for Shareholders

Stewart Information Services Corporation reported strong earnings for the second quarter and first half of 2025, with net income reaching US$31.92 million and diluted earnings per share of US$1.13 for the quarter ended June 30, 2025. This increase in profitability over the same periods last year highlights a notable improvement in the company's operational performance. We’ll now explore how Stewart Information Services’ notable jump in earnings could impact its long-term investment outlook...
NasdaqGS:AGYS
NasdaqGS:AGYSSoftware

Did Agilysys' (AGYS) Upgraded Subscription Growth Guidance Just Shift Its Long-Term Revenue Narrative?

On July 21, 2025, Agilysys, Inc. reported first-quarter revenue of US$76.68 million and announced updated fiscal year 2026 guidance, raising its full-year subscription revenue growth target to 27% year-over-year while maintaining total revenue expectations between US$308 million and US$312 million. An interesting point is that the company’s updated subscription growth guidance excludes material revenue from a major property management system project currently underway, highlighting the...
NasdaqGS:FIZZ
NasdaqGS:FIZZBeverage

How Strong LaCroix Launches and Q4 Outperformance at National Beverage (FIZZ) Has Changed Its Investment Story

National Beverage Corp. reported stronger-than-expected Q4 2025 revenue and highlighted robust volume performance, buoyed by the recent launch of new LaCroix variants earlier this year. This product innovation appears to be helping the company overcome headwinds in a difficult consumer landscape, demonstrating adaptability to shifting market conditions. We’ll explore how new LaCroix offerings are shaping National Beverage’s investment narrative amid evolving consumer preferences. Find...
NYSE:DGX
NYSE:DGXHealthcare

Did Higher Sales and a Mixed Outlook Just Shift Quest Diagnostics’ (DGX) Investment Narrative?

In the past week, Quest Diagnostics reported higher quarterly sales and net income for the second quarter of 2025, raised its full-year revenue guidance, and disclosed a US$24 million impairment charge related to a potential business exit. An important insight is that while the company increased its 2025 revenue outlook, it slightly lowered its expected diluted earnings per share for the year. We'll examine how the updated revenue guidance, despite a lower EPS range, may influence Quest...
NasdaqCM:COOP
NasdaqCM:COOPDiversified Financial

Is Mr. Cooper Group's (COOP) Profitability Slump Hinting at a Shift in Growth Priorities?

Mr. Cooper Group reported second quarter 2025 results, with revenue rising to US$608 million from US$583 million in the previous year, while net income fell slightly to US$198 million from US$204 million; earnings per share were also marginally lower. An interesting aspect is that, despite higher revenue, the company’s net income and profitability for the first six months of 2025 were lower compared to the same period last year, with no share buybacks occurring during the quarter. Given the...
NYSE:T
NYSE:TTelecom

Will Strong Q2 Results and Buybacks Shift AT&T's (T) Long-Term Growth Narrative?

AT&T recently reported its second-quarter results, showing revenue of US$30.85 billion and net income of US$4.50 billion, both up from a year earlier, alongside completed buybacks totaling US$1.3 billion for over 47 million shares. The company also reaffirmed its outlook for low-single-digit annual service revenue growth through 2027. A key takeaway is that robust operational performance and capital return initiatives are reinforcing management’s confidence in AT&T’s long-term growth...
NasdaqGS:META
NasdaqGS:METAInteractive Media and Services

Meta Platforms (META) Joins Global Signal Exchange To Combat Online Scams Worth Over US$1 Trillion

Meta Platforms (META) has recently entered a partnership with the Global Signal Exchange (GSE) alongside Microsoft, aiming to enhance efforts to combat online scams. Meanwhile, the company's total shareholder return rose by 30% over the last quarter, contrasting with recent volatility in broader markets due to tariff fears and weak job data. Factors contributing to this positive price movement include Meta's solid earnings report, highlighting increased revenue and net income, and updates on...
NasdaqGS:MPWR
NasdaqGS:MPWRSemiconductor

Monolithic Power Systems (MPWR) Reports Earnings Growth With Quarterly Sales At US$665 Million

Monolithic Power Systems (MPWR) has experienced a notable 12% price increase over the past quarter, which may have been bolstered by its strong Q2 and six-month earnings announcement, revealing significantly higher sales and net income compared to the previous year. In addition, the company's declared dividend and a partnership with ECARX Holdings potentially enhanced its market appeal. However, broader economic factors, such as a weak job market and concerns over new tariffs, pressured tech...
NYSE:IR
NYSE:IRMachinery

Ingersoll Rand (IR) Eyes M&A With Strong Balance Sheet Despite US$115 Million Q2 Loss

Ingersoll Rand (IR) announced a second-quarter sales increase to $1,888 million, but reported a net loss of $115 million, which influenced its stock price movement. Despite the company's revised revenue guidance indicating modest growth, its focus on mergers and acquisitions, highlighted by an accelerated $500 million share repurchase, could have added weight to the stock's 10% rise over the last quarter. Meanwhile, broader market trends, including declines due to new tariff concerns and weak...
NasdaqGS:CDW
NasdaqGS:CDWElectronic

New Leadership at CDW (CDW): Mukesh Kumar Joins as Chief Services and Solutions Officer

CDW (CDW) recently announced that Mukesh Kumar will join as Chief Services and Solutions Officer, potentially reinforcing its market position. Over the last quarter, the company experienced a 5% price increase. During this period, key developments included CDW's new partnerships with Asato Corporation for AI-powered solutions and with Smartsheet for work management platforms, which could bolster its tech capabilities. Furthermore, CDW's addition to the Russell 1000 Dynamic Index likely...
NYSE:CL
NYSE:CLHousehold Products

Colgate-Palmolive (CL) Reports Q2 US$5 Billion Sales, Adjusts 2025 Guidance

Colgate-Palmolive (CL) reported stable second-quarter earnings growth with a slight year-over-year net income increase and a modest rise in earnings per share, despite a decrease in first-half total sales. The company's stock experienced a 5% decline over the last week, amid a broader market downturn influenced by investor reactions to new tariffs and a weak jobs report. These external economic factors likely contributed to Colgate-Palmolive's stock performance, despite its stable corporate...
NYSE:FIX
NYSE:FIXConstruction

Comfort Systems USA (FIX) Reports Sales Increase to US$2173 Million

Comfort Systems USA (FIX) saw its share price rise by 63% over the last quarter, a period marked by significant corporate achievements and a challenging external market environment. The company's strong quarterly earnings report, featuring a sales increase to $2,173 million and a net income rise to $231 million, likely contributed to investor confidence. Additionally, the announcement of a $0.05 increase in their quarterly dividend to $0.50 per share enhanced shareholder appeal. Despite these...
NasdaqGS:CHMG
NasdaqGS:CHMGBanks

Chemung Financial Leads These 3 High Insider Ownership Growth Stocks

As the U.S. stock market faces volatility due to recent tariff announcements and a weaker-than-expected jobs report, investors are re-evaluating their strategies amidst these economic uncertainties. In such an environment, growth companies with high insider ownership can be particularly attractive as they often signal strong confidence from those closest to the company's operations and future prospects.
OTCPK:DUKR
OTCPK:DUKRAerospace & Defense

Spotlight On 3 Penny Stocks With Market Caps As Low As $10M

The United States market recently experienced a downturn, with major indices like the Dow Jones and S&P 500 reacting to new tariff announcements and weaker-than-expected job data. In such volatile times, investors often look for opportunities in less conventional areas of the stock market. Penny stocks, despite their somewhat outdated moniker, continue to present intriguing possibilities for those interested in smaller or newer companies. These stocks can offer growth potential at lower price...