U.S. Software Stock News

Trade friction between the U.S., Canada and Mexico is back in focus as the future of CUSMA turns uncertain, and that has direct implications for stocks tied to cross border supply chains. While many manufacturers rely heavily on tariff friendly trade, some U.S. domestic producers have business models that may be less exposed to potential changes in the agreement. This article looks at how that news backdrop might matter for your portfolio and highlights 3 U.S. domestic manufacturing stocks...

Natera, Inc. recently announced a series of collaborations and product advances, including integrating its Signatera MRD test into Aveta Biomics’ global Phase 3 head and neck cancer trial, expanding Prospera’s role in kidney transplant studies, and securing PMDA approval to launch Signatera for colorectal cancer in Japan by late 2026. Together, these moves deepen Natera’s integration into large, late‑stage clinical programs and international care guidelines, potentially reinforcing the...

First Advantage (FA) drew fresh attention after reporting Q1 2026 earnings that surpassed analyst expectations, along with confirmation it will join the S&P SmallCap 600 index, a combination that put recent share gains into focus. See our latest analysis for First Advantage. Over the past year, First Advantage has seen strong momentum, with the share price delivering a 68.25% 90 day return and a 32.60% year to date share price return, while the 1 year total shareholder return stands at...

Sherwin-Williams (SHW) recently dropped out of the Russell 1000 Dynamic Index, a technical reshuffle that can still influence trading flows as index tracking funds reconsider their exposure to the stock. See our latest analysis for Sherwin-Williams. Despite the index removal, Sherwin-Williams shares have shown firm momentum recently, with a 30 day share price return of 17.36% and a 90 day share price return of 8.82%, while the 1 year total shareholder return has edged slightly lower. This...

Dell Technologies (NYSE:DELL) reported new research-backed findings on its Dell XPS laptops with Eyesafe IQ display technology. The peer-reviewed results were presented at SLEEP 2026 and link the product to improved sleep quality, eye comfort, and next-morning productivity. The study focuses on evening laptop use and the impact of display technology on user wellness and work performance. Dell Technologies, through its premium Dell XPS line, has been expanding beyond core performance metrics...

In late June 2026, Protagonist Therapeutics granted stock-based inducement awards to three new employees and received upbeat analyst commentary emphasizing upcoming PN-881 data and the Rusfertide regulatory decision. This combination of fresh talent incentives and growing external confidence in the company’s pipeline has sharpened investor focus on its development and commercialization plans. With this backdrop, we'll examine how enthusiasm around Rusfertide’s regulatory review shapes...

Abacus Global Management (ABX) drew investor attention after its stock gained 7.3% in the latest session, following a federal court decision that denied Coventry First's motion to dismiss Abacus's defamation lawsuit. See our latest analysis for Abacus Global Management. That legal win slots into a strong recent run for Abacus Global Management, with a 30 day share price return of 29.06% and a 1 year total shareholder return of 125.86%, suggesting momentum has been building for some time. If...

Why Penguin Solutions Is Suddenly On Growth Investors' Radar Penguin Solutions (PENG) has quickly drawn attention after being reclassified into several Russell growth indices, paired with an upgraded ClusterWareAI platform and a new NVIDIA AI Factory Specialized Partner designation. This combination links the stock directly to indexed growth capital, AI infrastructure software and validated ties to NVIDIA based AI factories, giving investors a fresh context for evaluating Penguin Solutions'...

On 27 June 2026, Everus Construction Group, Inc. (NYSE: ECG) was added to several Russell Growth benchmarks, including the Russell 1000, 3000, 3000E, 2500, Midcap, and Small Cap Composite Growth Indexes. This broad index inclusion can expand Everus Construction Group’s presence in benchmark-driven portfolios, potentially increasing its shareholder base and influencing trading liquidity over time. Next, we’ll examine how Everus Construction Group’s addition to multiple Russell Growth indexes...

United Parcel Service (UPS) is drawing fresh attention after being added to both the Russell 1000 Defensive Index and the Russell 1000 Value-Defensive Index, a move that can influence demand from index-tracking funds. See our latest analysis for United Parcel Service. The index additions arrive as momentum in United Parcel Service’s share price has been building, with a 1-day share price return of 1.90%, 7-day return of 3.20% and 90-day return of 11.57%, while the 1-year total shareholder...

With valuations stretched on popular benchmarks and volatility picking up, many investors are asking whether their portfolios are built on hype or on substance. Elevated measures such as the Shiller CAPE Ratio and the Buffett indicator point to a market where quality and resilience matter more than ever. This article looks at three stocks from our Quality Stocks screener that are closely exposed to the current market backdrop, focusing on balance sheet strength, earnings consistency, and risk...

In late June 2026, Affirm Holdings was removed from multiple Russell value indexes while outdoor retailer Backcountry announced it had added Affirm as a flexible payment option across its family of brands. At the same time, Affirm’s board expanded to add former Anywhere Real Estate CEO and ex-Capital One executive Ryan Schneider, reinforcing the company’s focus on consumer finance expertise and governance. We’ll now examine how Affirm’s new Backcountry partnership and board appointment...

Crane NXT (CXT) is shifting across the Russell index family, exiting several large and mid cap indices while entering the Russell 2000, including its value and defensive benchmarks. This change can reshape institutional flows. See our latest analysis for Crane NXT. Crane NXT’s recent index reshuffle comes after a period of strong short term momentum, with a 30 day share price return of 42.67% and a 90 day share price return of 29.29%. This contrasts with a declining 1 year total shareholder...

In late June 2026, Monolithic Power Systems, Inc. was added to the Russell Top 200 Index and Russell Top 200 Growth Benchmark while being removed from the Russell Midcap and Russell Midcap Growth indices, reflecting its shift into a larger-cap peer group. This index migration coincides with increased attention on the company’s power solutions for AI data centers, which are drawing more institutional investor interest. Next, we’ll examine how this move into Russell’s large-cap indices,...

In June 2026, Western Alliance Bank was named to the Forbes 2026 America’s Best-in-State Banks list, ranking first in Arizona and standing as the only Arizona-based bank included. This recognition, based on customer surveys and online reviews of trust, service quality, digital tools, and financial advice, reinforces Western Alliance’s reputation strength in its home market. Next, we’ll explore how this trust-focused Forbes recognition could influence Western Alliance’s investment narrative...

In late June 2026, Cathay General Bancorp received an upgrade to a Zacks Rank #2 (Buy), supported by upward revisions to its earnings estimates and an A Momentum Style Score based on relatively strong recent performance versus peers. This combination of improved earnings expectations and positive momentum signals a shift in analyst sentiment that could influence how investors view the bank’s risk‑reward trade‑off. We’ll now examine how this earnings estimate upgrade and stronger momentum...

With the Federal Reserve signaling a tougher stance on inflation and markets weighing the risk of higher-for-longer interest rates, large US bank stocks are back in focus. Higher borrowing costs can reshape lending margins, credit demand, and investor expectations in different ways. This article looks at 3 US large cap bank stocks from our screener that are closely tied to the latest Fed commentary and inflation data. It aims to help you think through where the current macro backdrop might...

Crocs recently reported an earnings result where revenue fell 1.7% year on year but both overall sales and earnings per share came in ahead of analyst expectations, even as guidance for next quarter’s EPS was slightly lower than forecasts. This combination of softer top-line performance with better-than-expected profitability highlights how Crocs’ cost discipline and margin focus are helping it stay relevant despite ongoing industry headwinds. With that in mind, we’ll now look at how Crocs’...

North American trade just became less predictable after the US declined to renew the USMCA trade deal for a 16 year extension, and that uncertainty lands squarely on logistics and freight providers that rely on cross border flows. For investors, this kind of policy tension can create both pressure and openings as companies adjust contracts, pricing, and capacity around US, Mexico, and Canada routes. This article looks at 3 stocks from our US trade exposed logistics and freight providers...

On 27 June 2026, East West Bancorp, Inc. was added to both the Russell 1000 Defensive Index and the Russell 1000 Value-Defensive Index, marking its inclusion among portfolios focused on more defensive large-cap characteristics. This dual index entry can matter for the bank’s long-term shareholder base, as index-tracking funds may gradually adjust portfolios to include the stock. With East West Bancorp now included in the Russell 1000 Defensive benchmarks, we’ll assess how this shapes its...

Casella Waste Systems, Inc. has expanded its senior leadership bench, appointing Damian Ribar as Executive Vice President and Chief Operating Officer in July 2026 and elevating long-serving legal head Shelley Sayward to Executive Vice President and General Counsel. The addition of a seasoned operator with deep acquisition-integration experience alongside a more influential in-house counsel could meaningfully influence how Casella executes its growth, M&A, and regulatory agenda in coming...

Jackson Financial Inc. (NYSE:JXN) was recently added to the Russell 2000 Defensive and Russell 2000 Value-Defensive indices, while its subsidiary Jackson National Life Insurance Company was named InvestmentNews' 2026 Annuities Provider of the Year for its work in product innovation, education, service excellence, and digital capabilities. Together, the new index inclusions and industry award boost Jackson Financial’s visibility with both institutional investors and financial professionals,...

MGM Resorts International (MGM) renewed its multi year partnerships with Major League Baseball, keeping MGM Resorts as the league's exclusive Integrated Resort & Casino Partner and extending BetMGM's role as an Official Gaming and Sports Betting Partner. See our latest analysis for MGM Resorts International. MGM Resorts International shares trade at US$47.52, with short term momentum soft after a 1 month share price return that declined 6.25%. However, a 90 day gain of 29.55% and 1 year total...

Ardagh Metal Packaging (AMBP) has been added to the Russell 2000 Growth-Defensive, Defensive, and Value-Defensive indexes. This change may influence how index funds and institutional investors treat the stock. See our latest analysis for Ardagh Metal Packaging. Ardagh Metal Packaging’s recent addition to several Russell 2000 defensive indexes comes after a period where the stock has shown building momentum, with a 30-day share price return of 16.67% and a 1-year total shareholder return of...