U.S. Tech Hardware Stock News

If you are wondering whether PPL at around US$36.61 is offering good value today, you are not alone. The numbers give us plenty to work with. The stock has recent returns of 2.6% over the last 7 days, 4.7% over 30 days, 4.3% year to date, 9.8% over 1 year, 42.7% over 3 years and 59.8% over 5 years. This will naturally raise questions about how much of this is already reflected in the price. Recent news coverage has focused on PPL as a regulated US utility, with attention on how its...

Verizon Communications (VZ) has kicked off a broad turnaround effort after confirming the exit of consumer division chief Sowmyanarayan Sampath, appointing Alfonso Villanueva as interim leader and planning 13,000 job cuts plus 179 store franchisations. See our latest analysis for Verizon Communications. Those leadership changes and cost cuts come after a strong run in the share price, with a 26.79% 1 month share price return and 22.06% year to date, while the 1 year total shareholder return...

If you are wondering whether Salesforce's current share price reflects good value or lingering risk, you are not alone. The stock last closed at US$185.43, with returns of a 2.4% decline over 7 days, a 23.1% decline over 30 days, a 26.9% decline year to date and a 43.4% decline over 1 year. This is set against an 11.6% gain over 3 years and a 24.0% decline over 5 years. Recent headlines around Salesforce have focused on its position as a large enterprise software provider, ongoing product...

Hartford Insurance Group (NYSE:HIG) is integrating its benefits offerings with Centro Benefits Research's digital broker carrier platform. The move aligns with findings from Hartford's Future of Benefits Study on employer demand for simpler, tech driven benefits solutions. The collaboration focuses on streamlining how brokers and employers access and manage Hartford's employee benefits products. For investors watching NYSE:HIG, the integration with Centro Benefits Research arrives as the...

Atmos Energy (ATO) shares are in focus after the company posted higher year over year first quarter sales and earnings, reaffirmed its 2026 earnings guidance, and maintained its quarterly dividend of $1.00 per share. See our latest analysis for Atmos Energy. The recent earnings beat, reaffirmed 2026 guidance, and fresh charter and bylaw amendments have coincided with a 5.56% 1 month share price return and a 22.84% 1 year total shareholder return. This suggests momentum has been building...

Why the latest earnings matter for Spotify Technology (NYSE:SPOT) Spotify Technology (NYSE:SPOT) just posted record-breaking fourth quarter and full year 2025 results, with strong user gains, higher profitability and a sharp move in the share price after the announcement. For investors, this earnings release is important because it combines several elements that do not always show up together: revenue growth, wider margins, record additions in monthly active users and a clear reaction from...

What recent returns say about Mercury General stock With no single headline event driving attention, Mercury General (MCY) has been on investors’ radar after recent share price moves. These include a last close of US$94.76 and positive returns over the past month and past 3 months. See our latest analysis for Mercury General. That recent strength adds to a steadier picture, with a 6.5% 1 month share price return and a 7.6% 3 month share price return sitting alongside a 70.6% 1 year total...

As February begins, the United States stock markets have shown strong performance, with major indices like the Dow Jones Industrial Average and S&P 500 experiencing significant gains. This positive momentum in the market presents an opportunity to explore stocks that may be undervalued, potentially trading below their estimated intrinsic value. Identifying such stocks requires a keen understanding of current market conditions and economic indicators to evaluate their true potential amidst...

As February begins, U.S. stock markets have shown a strong start with major indexes like the Dow Jones Industrial Average and S&P 500 posting significant gains, reflecting positive investor sentiment amid economic developments such as a new trade deal with India. In this thriving market environment, companies that exhibit high insider ownership often signal confidence from those who know the business best, making them potentially attractive options for growth-focused investors seeking...

As February 2026 begins, major U.S. stock indexes have shown robust performance, with the Dow Jones Industrial Average gaining 515 points and the S&P 500 nearing record highs. This market momentum sets a promising backdrop for exploring investment opportunities in various sectors. Despite its somewhat outdated terminology, the concept of penny stocks remains significant as these smaller or newer companies can offer a blend of affordability and growth potential when backed by strong financials...

As February 2026 begins, the U.S. stock market is experiencing a surge, with major indices like the Dow Jones and S&P 500 showing strong performances despite recent economic uncertainties such as delayed jobs data due to a government shutdown and shifting trade dynamics. In this vibrant yet complex environment, discovering lesser-known stocks that have potential for growth can be an intriguing prospect for investors looking to diversify their portfolios amidst evolving market conditions.

Boston Scientific’s fourth-quarter 2025 results, reported on February 4, 2026, showed sales rising to US$5,286 million and net income to US$672 million, alongside full-year sales of US$20.07 billion and net income of US$2.90 billion, while director Yoshiaki Fujimori later confirmed he will not stand for re-election at the 2026 Annual Meeting. The company coupled this earnings report with guidance calling for double-digit reported and organic net sales growth in 2026, even as investors...

Why Unum Group is on investors’ radar today Unum Group (UNM) has drawn attention after a period of weaker share performance, with the stock showing negative returns over the past week, month and past 3 months despite solid profitability figures. See our latest analysis for Unum Group. At a share price of US$70.82, Unum Group’s recent 7 day and 30 day share price declines suggest momentum has cooled in the short term, even though the 3 year and 5 year total shareholder returns remain...

Cohu (NasdaqGS:COHU) reported strong Q4 revenue growth alongside a larger than expected quarterly loss. Management pointed to increasing demand tied to high-bandwidth memory and AI related markets. The company highlighted design wins and solid order activity in automotive, computing, and advanced packaging. Cohu, which supplies test and handling equipment for semiconductor manufacturing, is focusing on areas where chip complexity and performance requirements are rising. High-bandwidth...

Crocs (CROX) has released its FY 2025 figures, reporting Q3 revenue of US$996.3 million and basic EPS of US$2.72. This sits alongside a trailing 12-month profile showing total revenue of about US$4.1 billion and basic EPS of US$3.27. Over recent quarters, the company’s revenue has remained within a relatively narrow range between US$937.3 million and US$1.15 billion. Basic EPS, however, has been more volatile, shifting from a Q2 loss of US$8.82 per share to positive results in Q1 and Q3...

Campbell's (CPB) is back in focus after short interest climbed to 20.27% of its float, coinciding with weakening financial health metrics that include low interest coverage and a debt to Ebitda ratio above warning levels. See our latest analysis for Campbell's. At a share price of US$29.02, Campbell's has seen a 1 month share price return of 11.15% and a year to date gain of 4.73%. However, the 1 year total shareholder return of 21.03% and 3 year total shareholder return of 35.99% indicate...

Las Vegas Sands recent performance snapshot Las Vegas Sands (LVS) has drawn investor attention after a mixed run, with the stock showing a 1.5% daily decline, modest movement over the past week, and weaker returns over the past month and past three months. See our latest analysis for Las Vegas Sands. At a share price of US$56.83, Las Vegas Sands has had a softer patch recently, with a 30 day share price return of a 5.1% decline and a 90 day share price return of a 13.1% decline. This has...

Advanced Energy Industries (AEIS) stock is drawing fresh attention after the company reported fourth quarter results above analyst expectations and paired them with upbeat 2026 guidance, backed by capacity expansions and new product ramps. See our latest analysis for Advanced Energy Industries. The strong fourth quarter report, new 2026 guidance and management’s comments on acquisitions and capacity expansion have coincided with powerful momentum, with a 30 day share price return of 33.79%...

Guardant Health has launched a Community Colorectal Cancer Screening Grant Program ahead of Colorectal Cancer Awareness Month. The program offers free access to its FDA approved Shield blood test for primary colorectal cancer screening in adults 45 and older. The initiative targets underserved communities by pairing no cost tests with education and outreach on early cancer detection. For investors tracking Guardant Health, NasdaqGS:GH, the grant program adds a fresh public health angle to a...

Everhome Suites prototype refresh puts extended stay growth in focus Choice Hotels International (CHH) has drawn investor attention after unveiling a redesigned Everhome Suites prototype that targets lower construction costs, leaner operations, and an updated guest experience across its midscale extended stay footprint. See our latest analysis for Choice Hotels International. Alongside the refreshed Everhome prototype and new openings in Texas, Kentucky and New Jersey, Choice Hotels...

Why Fidelis Insurance Holdings Is Back on Investors’ Radar Fresh analysis around Fidelis Insurance Holdings (FIHL) focuses on its 17.1% annualized expansion in net premiums earned, along with forecasts for 8.9% revenue growth and 29.1% book value per share growth over the next year. See our latest analysis for Fidelis Insurance Holdings. At a share price of $19.78, Fidelis Insurance Holdings has logged a 6.4% 1 month share price return and a 22.68% 1 year total shareholder return, which...

If you are wondering whether Ball's current share price really reflects what the business is worth, this article walks through the key valuation angles to help you frame that question clearly. Over the short term, Ball's share price has moved by 0.8% over the last week, 20.2% over the last month, 25.1% year to date, with a 37.4% return over 1 year and 21.3% over 3 years, compared with a 21.4% decline over 5 years. Taken together, these figures give a mixed picture of how the market has...

ConocoPhillips (COP) has been in focus after outlining a US$1 billion cut to capital and operating costs, planning workforce reductions of 20% to 25%, reaffirming 2026 production guidance, and signaling continued capital returns to shareholders. See our latest analysis for ConocoPhillips. The restructuring news and reaffirmed 2026 production guidance come after a strong run in the shares, with a 30 day share price return of 14.9% and a 90 day share price return of 21.3%. The 1 year total...

Ondas Holdings (NasdaqCM:ONDS) reported that its subsidiaries secured major international defense and security contracts. 4M Defense will participate in a multi year landmine clearance project in Israel, one of the country's larger demining initiatives. Airobotics received a new multi million dollar order from a European NATO country for counter UAS systems to protect airports. For investors watching defense and autonomous systems, Ondas sits at the intersection of robotics, sensing, and...