U.S. Software Stock News

F&G Annuities & Life, founded in 1959 and serving about 677,000 policyholders, has seen very large net premium expansion over the past two years, while Wall Street currently expects strong book value per share growth over the next 12 months. These trends, alongside the company’s upcoming fourth quarter and full-year 2025 earnings release and webcast scheduled for February 19–20, 2026, are drawing increased attention to how effectively F&G converts premium growth into capital. We’ll now...

Earlier in February 2026, Flex Ltd. reported third-quarter fiscal 2026 results showing year-on-year sales growth to US$7.06 billion, modestly lower net income of US$239 million, and slightly reduced diluted EPS, while also lifting full-year revenue guidance and issuing upbeat fourth-quarter sales expectations. Alongside these results, management reaffirmed its focus on maintaining an investment‑grade balance sheet while pursuing accretive M&A and opportunistic share repurchases, signalling...

GE Vernova (NYSE:GEV) has secured new power technology deals tied to rising data center demand in North America. Recent agreements include a gas turbine manufacturing reservation with Maxim Power for a large Alberta project. The company also entered a long term alliance with Xcel Energy covering natural gas, wind turbines, and grid modernization initiatives extending into the 2030s. GE Vernova is moving deeper into the power needs of the digital economy, with fresh projects aimed at serving...

Pagaya Technologies Ltd. ( NASDAQ:PGY ) shareholders that were waiting for something to happen have been dealt a blow...

In early February 2026, Merck reported full-year 2025 sales of US$65.01 billion and earnings per share of US$7.28, issued 2026 sales guidance of US$65.5–67.0 billion, confirmed a US$0.85 quarterly dividend, and secured Health Canada approval for its RSV monoclonal antibody ENFLONSIA for newborns and infants. Together, these updates highlight how Merck is pairing late-stage pipeline progress in areas like RSV with ongoing cash returns and clearer revenue visibility. We’ll now examine how...

Why Pool (POOL) is on investors’ radar today Pool (POOL) is drawing attention after recent share price moves, with the stock last closing at $266.16. For investors, the key question is how that price lines up with today’s fundamentals. See our latest analysis for Pool. The recent 1-day share price return of 3.35% and year to date share price return of 15.87% suggest momentum has picked up, even though the 1-year total shareholder return of 19.08% and 3-year total shareholder return of 26%...

Carrier Global Corporation recently reported fourth-quarter 2025 results showing revenue of US$4,837 million and net income of US$53 million, while also completing a multi-year share repurchase totaling 114,888,374 shares for US$6.77 billion under its 2021 authorization. Alongside softer residential and light commercial HVAC demand, the company filed a US$3.06 billion shelf registration for over 50 million common shares and introduced a generative AI feature, “Tell Me More,” within its...

Cboe Global Markets (CBOE) is back in focus after reporting record net revenue and adjusted earnings for the fourth quarter and full year, topping analyst forecasts and highlighting strong derivatives trading activity. See our latest analysis for Cboe Global Markets. The latest record results arrive as Cboe’s share price sits at $273.36, with a 10.18% year to date share price return and a 30.97% 1 year total shareholder return suggesting momentum has been building over time rather than...

California Water Service Group recently declared its 324th consecutive quarterly dividend of US$0.3350 per share, payable on February 20, 2026, to shareholders of record as of February 9, 2026, and announced its intent to lift the annual dividend to US$1.34 per share. This planned 8% annual dividend increase versus the prior year’s regular dividend signals a clear emphasis on returning more cash to shareholders. We’ll now examine how this higher planned dividend payout shapes California...

Recent commentary on Strategic Education (STRA) focuses on a five year decline in earnings per share alongside revenue growth, subdued 4.3% domestic student expansion, and expectations for flat free cash flow margins. These factors raise questions about profitability momentum. See our latest analysis for Strategic Education. Over the past year, the share price has been relatively flat overall, with a 3.54% year to date share price return and a 16.28% decline in total shareholder return over...

As the United States stock market kicks off February with a strong surge, evidenced by the Dow Jones Industrial Average's 515-point gain and the S&P 500 nearing record highs, investors are keenly observing which stocks could be undervalued amidst this positive momentum. In such an environment, identifying stocks that may be priced below their intrinsic value can present opportunities for investors looking to capitalize on potential growth while navigating current economic developments.

As February begins, major U.S. stock indexes have started the month on a high note, with the Dow Jones Industrial Average adding 515 points and the S&P 500 nearing record levels. In this buoyant market environment, investors often look for growth companies with significant insider ownership as these stocks can indicate strong confidence from those closest to the business.

The U.S. stock market kicked off February with a strong performance, as major indexes like the Dow Jones and S&P 500 posted significant gains. Amidst this backdrop of optimism, investors are exploring various opportunities across different market segments. While penny stocks might seem like a throwback to earlier trading days, they continue to offer intriguing possibilities for those interested in smaller or emerging companies with potential growth prospects.

As February 2026 unfolds, the U.S. stock market has kicked off the month with a robust upswing, as evidenced by significant gains in major indices like the Dow Jones Industrial Average and S&P 500. Amid this bullish sentiment, small-cap stocks are garnering attention due to their potential for growth and resilience in a fluctuating economic landscape. In this dynamic environment, identifying promising stocks requires an understanding of how these companies can capitalize on current market...

As February 2026 begins, U.S. stock markets have surged with the Dow Jones Industrial Average climbing by 515 points and the S&P 500 nearing record highs, reflecting a positive start to the month despite ongoing economic uncertainties such as trade negotiations and government shutdowns. In this environment of market optimism, dividend stocks can offer investors a compelling combination of potential income and stability, making them an attractive consideration for those looking to navigate...

Guidance and spin off plans reshape the Aptiv story Aptiv (APTV) has drawn fresh attention after outlining 2026 earnings guidance, advancing the spin out of its lower margin wire harness business as Versigent, expanding robotics partnerships, and continuing an active share repurchase program. See our latest analysis for Aptiv. The guidance, spin off plan and buyback activity have come as the share price has moved to US$82.38, with a 1 day share price return of 3.34% and a 7 day share price...

CF Industries Holdings’ board recently declared a US$0.50 per share common dividend, payable on February 27, 2026, to shareholders of record on February 13, 2026, and the company and POET previously launched a pilot project with major agricultural cooperatives to build a low-carbon fertilizer supply chain across key U.S. corn-growing states. This collaboration links CF Industries’ low-carbon ammonia production with POET’s ethanol facilities, creating a traceable pathway from certified...

Legend Biotech recently expanded its board by appointing veteran finance executive Gareth Kung as a Class II director and new audit committee chair, while adding GenScript chairman Robin Meng and announcing the resignations of Li Zhu and Yau Wai Man Philip, which the company said were not due to disagreements. The addition of a seasoned cross-border capital markets specialist to lead the audit committee, alongside deeper representation from major shareholder GenScript, marks a meaningful...

In early February 2026, Grabar Law Office announced an investigation on behalf of WEBTOON Entertainment shareholders after a federal court refused to dismiss a securities fraud class action alleging misleading disclosures around Monthly Active Users and IPO risk factors. The court’s decision to let the complaint proceed increases scrutiny of WEBTOON’s governance and disclosure practices, potentially influencing how investors assess its management credibility. Next, we’ll consider how this...

Earnings event puts Red Rock Resorts in focus Red Rock Resorts (RRR) is in the spotlight this week as investors look ahead to Tuesday’s after hours earnings report, an update that could reshape expectations around its recent trading performance. See our latest analysis for Red Rock Resorts. At a share price of $65.45, Red Rock Resorts has seen an 11.46% 90 day share price return and a 35.17% 1 year total shareholder return, suggesting momentum has been building ahead of this earnings...

Archer-Daniels-Midland recently reported fourth-quarter 2025 sales of US$18,556 million and net income of US$456 million, alongside a higher quarterly dividend of US$0.52 per share and the launch of Akralos Animal Nutrition, its North American feed joint venture with Alltech. These updates come as ADM closes an SEC investigation with a US$40 million settlement that did not alter its consolidated financial results, while extending a record of more than 94 years of uninterrupted dividends and...

Ventas, Inc. recently reported its fourth-quarter and full-year 2025 results, showing higher revenue of US$1.57 billion and net income of US$70.20 million for the quarter, alongside an 8% increase in its quarterly dividend to US$0.52 per share payable on April 16, 2026. Management also issued 2026 guidance for attributable net income per share of US$0.52–US$0.62 and funds from operations of US$3.78–US$3.88 per share, underscoring how senior housing investments and improved operating metrics...

Sunoco’s latest distribution move and guidance update Sunoco (SUN) recently raised its quarterly cash distribution to $0.9317 per unit, its fifth consecutive quarterly increase. The company also reaffirmed 2026 adjusted EBITDA guidance that includes anticipated synergies from the Parkland acquisition. See our latest analysis for Sunoco. Those distribution and guidance updates have come as Sunoco’s 90 day share price return sits at 14.83% and its 5 year total shareholder return is 160.91%...

Ares Management reported past fourth-quarter 2025 results showing revenue rising to US$1,504.92 million from US$1,259 million a year earlier, while net income fell to US$54.25 million from US$177.32 million, alongside a higher common dividend and preferred dividend declarations for early 2026. Management highlighted record 2025 fundraising and assets under management above US$622 billion, supporting a 20% year-on-year increase in the first-quarter 2026 common dividend and reinforcing its...