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NasdaqGS:PODD
NasdaqGS:PODDMedical Equipment

Assessing Insulet (PODD) Valuation After Recent Share Price Weakness And High P/E Multiple

Insulet stock reaction and recent performance Insulet (PODD) shares recently closed at US$245.25 after a period of negative returns over the past month and past 3 months. This performance may prompt investors to reassess how the stock fits into their portfolio. See our latest analysis for Insulet. That recent 30 day share price return of 9.7% decline and 90 day share price return of 24.95% decline, alongside a 1 year total shareholder return of 8.04% decline, points to fading momentum as the...
NYSE:BAC
NYSE:BACBanks

Bank Of America Expands Private Credit And Wealth Services To Reshape Earnings

Bank of America is making a major push into private credit, committing significant capital to new deals and appointing dedicated leadership for this business. The bank's wealth and private banking units are rolling out new offerings for ultra-high-net-worth clients, including the Merrill Direct Markets Group and Private Bank Art Consulting. These moves expand NYSE:BAC's business model into more specialized, higher touch areas of finance that focus on tailored client solutions. For you as an...
NYSE:SLB
NYSE:SLBEnergy Services

Assessing SLB’s Valuation After Winning Mubadala Energy’s Tangkulo Deepwater Contracts

Why SLB’s Mubadala Energy contracts matter for investors SLB (SLB) has secured multiple offshore drilling services contracts from Mubadala Energy for the Tangkulo deepwater gas development in Indonesia, highlighting its role in a complex, multi-year integrated well services project. See our latest analysis for SLB. The Mubadala Energy contracts arrive during a strong stretch for SLB, with a 90 day share price return of 45.40% and a 1 year total shareholder return of 30.30%, suggesting...
NYSE:NRG
NYSE:NRGElectric Utilities

NRG Energy (NRG) Valuation Check After Strong Share Price Momentum And Premium P/E Multiple

NRG Energy (NRG) has drawn fresh attention after a strong recent price move, with the stock up 4.3% over the past week and 23.3% over the past month, prompting investors to reassess the utility name. See our latest analysis for NRG Energy. That recent 23.3% one month share price return sits on top of a 10.8% year to date share price gain, while the 1 year total shareholder return of 81.9% and very large 3 year total shareholder return suggest strong momentum rather than a short term spike. If...
NYSE:AVA
NYSE:AVAIntegrated Utilities

Will Avista's (AVA) Modest 2025 Profit Gain Signal a More Durable Efficiency Narrative?

Avista Corporation has released its full-year 2025 results, reporting revenue of US$1,964 million and net income of US$193 million, with basic and diluted earnings per share from continuing operations of US$2.38, all modestly higher than the prior year. The combination of slightly higher sales and a lift in earnings per share suggests improved operational efficiency and cost management over 2024. Now we’ll explore how Avista’s higher full-year net income and earnings per share shape its...
NasdaqGS:CG
NasdaqGS:CGCapital Markets

Does Carlyle Group (CG) Use CSL’s Dividend To Reframe Its Risk Profile Or Capital Priorities?

Carlyle Secured Lending, Inc. has already reported its fourth-quarter and full-year 2025 results and announced a US$0.40 per-share common dividend payable on April 16, 2026 to shareholders of record on March 31, 2026. These results, together with commentary on portfolio credit quality and origination plans, arrive as investors are revisiting how they value Carlyle Group’s broader business. Now we’ll examine how these financial results and the new dividend declaration influence Carlyle...
NasdaqGS:GERN
NasdaqGS:GERNBiotechs

Why Geron (GERN) Is Up 8.3% After Narrowing Losses And Boosting 2026 RYTELO Outlook

Geron Corporation has reported its full-year 2025 results, with revenue of US$183.88 million versus US$76.99 million a year earlier, and a net loss of US$85.78 million compared with US$174.57 million previously, alongside an improved basic loss per share from continuing operations of US$0.13 versus US$0.27. Alongside these results, Geron issued 2026 guidance highlighting expected RYTELO net product revenue between US$220 million and US$240 million and lower operating expenses, signaling a...
NasdaqGS:WEN
NasdaqGS:WENHospitality

Is Wendy’s (WEN) Share Price Misaligned With Its Recent Multi‑Year Slide And Valuation Models

Are you wondering whether Wendy's current share price reflects its true worth, or if the market is overlooking something important about the business you recognize from everyday life? The stock recently closed at US$7.73, with a 10.4% gain over the last 7 days. However, returns of an 8.2% decline over 30 days, a 5.4% decline year to date, a 48.5% decline over 1 year, a 59.0% decline over 3 years, and a 55.3% decline over 5 years paint a very different picture for longer term holders. Recent...
NasdaqGS:SMCI
NasdaqGS:SMCITech

Is Super Micro Computer (SMCI) Pricing Reflect Its AI Server Growth Prospects?

If you are wondering whether Super Micro Computer’s current share price lines up with its underlying worth, you are not alone. That is exactly what this article will unpack for you. The stock has been through a mixed period, with a 3.4% gain over the last 7 days, a 1.8% decline over the past month, a modest 0.5% gain year to date, a 31.6% decline over the past year, and a very large return over three and five years that is more than 2x and more than 8x respectively. Recent attention on Super...
NYSE:ALLY
NYSE:ALLYConsumer Finance

Ally Financial Buyback Signals Confidence In Capital Returns And Credit Trends

Ally Financial (NYSE:ALLY) approved a new $2 billion open-ended share repurchase program. The buyback plan follows a recent refresh of the company’s priorities and capital approach. The program adds a new capital return lever alongside existing efforts to refine the business mix. Ally Financial enters this move with its shares at $40.51 and a mixed performance profile, including a 14.7% gain over the past year and a 49.7% return over three years. Returns over the past month and year to date...
NYSE:DD
NYSE:DDChemicals

Is DuPont De Nemours (DD) Still Attractively Priced After Its Strong One Year Share Price Run?

If you are wondering whether DuPont de Nemours shares still offer value at around US$51.07, it helps to step back and look at what the current price might be implying about the business. The stock has returned 0.4% over the last 7 days, 15.7% over the past month, 25.0% year to date and 52.3% over the past year, with longer term returns of 76.8% over 3 years and 83.4% over 5 years. Recent news around DuPont has focused on the company's portfolio positioning and its place in the broader...
NYSE:TJX
NYSE:TJXSpecialty Retail

A Look At TJX Companies (TJX) Valuation After Strong Results And Cautious Fiscal 2027 Outlook

TJX Companies (TJX) is back in focus after reporting fourth quarter and full year results that topped analyst expectations, combining stronger comparable sales and profitability with a 13% dividend increase and a new stock buyback plan. See our latest analysis for TJX Companies. At a share price of $157.66, TJX has held onto strong longer term momentum, with a 30% 1 year total shareholder return and a very large 5 year total shareholder return, even as the stock reacted to cautious fiscal...
NYSE:LDOS
NYSE:LDOSProfessional Services

A Look At Leidos Holdings (LDOS) Valuation After A Q4 Revenue Miss And Ongoing Growth Investments

Leidos Holdings (LDOS) is back in focus after fourth quarter revenue came in below analyst expectations, with management pointing to a six week U.S. government shutdown and the prior year’s extra work week as key factors. See our latest analysis for Leidos Holdings. Following the earnings release and revenue shortfall, Leidos Holdings’ share price has been volatile, with a 7-day share price return of 7.8% after a 30-day share price decline of 8.9%. At the same time, the 1-year total...
NasdaqGS:DPZ
NasdaqGS:DPZHospitality

Domino’s Pizza (DPZ) Margin Holds At 12.2% Challenging Profitability Bear Narratives

Domino’s Pizza (DPZ) has wrapped up FY 2025 with fourth quarter revenue of US$1.5b and basic EPS of US$5.35, setting the tone for a year where trailing twelve month revenue came in at about US$4.9b and EPS reached US$17.69. Over recent quarters, revenue has ranged from US$1.1b to US$1.5b while quarterly EPS has moved between roughly US$3.84 and US$5.35. This gives investors a clear read on how sales and earnings are tracking into the current share price of US$414.20. With trailing net margins...
NasdaqGS:SBUX
NasdaqGS:SBUXHospitality

New 15% Global Tariffs Might Change The Case For Investing In Starbucks (SBUX)

Earlier in February 2026, the Trump administration imposed a new 15% global tariff for up to 150 days, raising trade-policy uncertainty for multinational companies like Starbucks that rely on international supply chains. At the same time, Starbucks is pressing ahead with its “Back to Starbucks” turnaround, international expansion, and technology investments, meaning higher trade barriers could complicate how effectively these plans translate into operational and earnings improvements...
NasdaqGS:POWL
NasdaqGS:POWLElectrical

Is Powell Industries (POWL) Priced Too High After Its 229.3% One Year Surge

If you are wondering whether Powell Industries' current share price reflects its underlying worth, you are not alone. This article is built to help you interpret what the market might be pricing in. The stock last closed at US$559.16, after a 0.4% decline over the past 7 days, while the 30 day return is 33.8% and the year to date return is 58.6%. Over the past year the share price return is 229.3%, and over three and five years the cumulative returns are very large, highlighting how strongly...
NasdaqGS:DAKT
NasdaqGS:DAKTElectronic

Daktronics OCVIBE Deal Highlights Urban Display Reach And Rich Valuation

Daktronics (NasdaqGS:DAKT) is partnering with OCVIBE to deliver a district wide advanced digital display system in Anaheim. The project equips a major new community development with large scale, connected visual displays across the district. The agreement positions Daktronics as a core technology provider for a high visibility urban destination. Daktronics, known for its large format LED displays and control systems, is extending its reach into a mixed use community setting through the...
NYSE:LAZ
NYSE:LAZCapital Markets

New Healthcare Hires And Margin Pressure Might Change The Case For Investing In Lazard (LAZ)

In February 2026, Lazard, Inc. added John Koski and Rob Lowe as Managing Directors in its New York Healthcare Group, bringing experience across payors, providers, distributors, and healthcare–technology transactions from roles at Allen & Co. and Citi. Around the same time, Lazard reported quarterly results with revenue growth but pressure on margins and earnings, prompting investors to weigh expansion efforts against profitability trends and insider share sales. Next, we’ll examine how...
NYSE:NKE
NYSE:NKELuxury

Nike Tariffs Test Supply Chain Shift And Profitability Story

Nike (NYSE:NKE) is facing a temporary 15% global import tariff announced by the Trump administration, adding fresh uncertainty to cross border trade. The company relies heavily on international manufacturing, including China, for footwear and apparel sold into the US market. In response, Nike is adjusting its supply chain to reduce its dependence on Chinese production for US bound footwear. Nike, traded as NYSE:NKE, is a global sportswear company with a long standing focus on outsourced...
NYSE:DOCS
NYSE:DOCSHealthcare Services

Doximity Expands AI Tools As Investors Weigh Profit Strength And Growth

Doximity (NYSE:DOCS) is rolling out new AI tools, including its DoxGPT offering, expanding its product suite for medical professionals. The company reports that it is maintaining strong business fundamentals and high profit margins despite pressure across the broader digital health sector. This product expansion is positioned as a way to deepen its role in doctors' daily workflows and support future growth opportunities. Doximity comes to this AI push with a mixed recent share performance...
NasdaqGS:PCAR
NasdaqGS:PCARMachinery

Is It Time To Reassess PACCAR (PCAR) After Strong Multi Year Share Price Gains?

If you are wondering whether PACCAR's current share price reflects its underlying worth, this article walks through the key numbers that matter for valuation. PACCAR's stock recently closed at US$126.25, with returns of 3.5% over the past 30 days, 13.2% year to date, and 21.5% over the last year. The 7 day return sits at a 0.2% decline and the 3 year and 5 year returns are 95.3% and 142.0% respectively. Recent news around PACCAR has focused on its position as a major commercial vehicle...
NYSE:AORT
NYSE:AORTMedical Equipment

Artivion (AORT) Valuation Check After Return To Profit And Higher Full Year Revenue

Artivion (AORT) is back in focus after reporting fourth quarter and full year 2025 earnings, with revenue of US$115.99 million for the quarter and US$441.33 million for the year, as well as a move to positive net income. See our latest analysis for Artivion. Despite the move to profitability, Artivion’s 1 month share price return of a 17.83% decline and 90 day share price return of a 24.03% decline suggest recent momentum has cooled. However, the 1 year total shareholder return of 38.30% and...
NasdaqGS:LULU
NasdaqGS:LULULuxury

How Investors Are Reacting To Lululemon (LULU) Using Franchises To Drive International Store Expansion

lululemon athletica has marked a milestone in its international expansion with the opening of its 100th EMEA store in Warsaw, Poland on March 13, its first location in the country and part of a mix of company-operated and franchise stores across the region. This store, opened through a franchise partnership with Arion Retail Group and alongside plans to enter Hungary, Romania, Greece, India, and Austria, highlights how lululemon is leaning on capital-light partnerships to broaden its...
NYSE:NPO
NYSE:NPOMachinery

Enpro 3.0 Acquisition Pipeline Targets Growth While Valuation Raises Questions

Enpro (NYSE:NPO) has outlined a robust pipeline of acquisitions under its Enpro 3.0 strategy. The plan focuses on adding capabilities in key growth areas and adjusting the company’s business mix. The company aims to use disciplined M&A to support its strategic objectives through 2030. For you as an investor, the message is that Enpro wants to be more focused on areas it views as higher opportunity, rather than simply getting bigger for its own sake. By targeting businesses that fit its...