NasdaqGS:FLEX
NasdaqGS:FLEXElectronic

Should Flex’s (FLEX) Shift to Complex Manufacturing and New Credit Card Strategy Influence Investor Focus?

Flex Ltd. recently reported first-quarter results with US$6.58 billion in sales, US$192 million in net income, and launched a Visa Infinite Business Credit Card tailored to small and mid-sized companies, marking the first U.S. fintech to offer this category with enhanced business benefits. An interesting insight is Flex's ongoing pivot toward high-value, complex manufacturing segments like data centers, healthcare, and automotive, while actively reducing its exposure to more commoditized...
NYSE:SSD
NYSE:SSDBuilding

Simpson Manufacturing (SSD) Raises Dividends and Buys Back Shares Is Its Capital Return Strategy Evolving?

In July 2025, Simpson Manufacturing reported that its second-quarter sales reached US$631.06 million with net income of US$103.54 million, announced the completion of a US$60.08 million share buyback, and declared a quarterly dividend of US$0.29 per share. A key insight from these results is that Simpson Manufacturing’s ongoing dividend payments and share repurchases are reinforcing its approach to shareholder returns, while increased earnings underscore operational resilience amid industry...