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In January 2026, multiple research firms, including Mizuho, Guggenheim and Citizens, reinforced positive views on Palo Alto Networks, highlighting its cybersecurity platform approach and the perceived value of recent acquisitions. An important angle is growing industry feedback that customers increasingly prefer consolidated, single-vendor cybersecurity platforms, which aligns closely with Palo Alto Networks’ integrated offering. Next, we’ll examine how this emphasis on platformization and...

The Bank of New York Mellon Corporation (BNY) recently reported fourth-quarter 2025 results, with net income rising to US$1,461 million and diluted earnings per share from continuing operations at US$2.02, alongside maintaining its US$0.53 quarterly common dividend and declaring multiple preferred dividends. BNY also completed a US$4.16 billion share repurchase program and issued US$1.55 billion of new senior notes, underscoring active capital management and funding flexibility. Against this...

Why the FDA’s ZYN review matters for Philip Morris International stock Philip Morris International (PM) has moved into focus after presenting scientific evidence to the FDA in support of classifying its ZYN nicotine pouches as a Modified Risk Tobacco Product. This is a regulatory step with meaningful implications for its smoke free portfolio. See our latest analysis for Philip Morris International. That FDA review comes at a time when momentum in Philip Morris International’s shares has been...

If you are wondering whether Merck is fairly priced or still offers value at its current share price, this article walks through the key numbers that matter to you. Merck shares last closed at US$107.40, with a return of a 1.3% decline over 7 days, 0.6% over 30 days, 0.9% year to date and 13.8% over 1 year, while the 5 year return sits at 70.6%. Recent news coverage has focused on Merck's position as a large US pharmaceuticals and biotech company and its role in a sector where investors...

MainStreet Bancshares FY 2025 earnings snapshot MainStreet Bancshares (MNSB) closed FY 2025 with fourth quarter revenue of US$17.7 million and EPS of US$0.46, alongside net income of US$3.5 million. These results put fresh numbers behind its recent return to profitability. The company has seen quarterly revenue move from US$13.4 million and EPS of a US$2.20 loss in Q4 2024 to US$17.7 million and EPS of US$0.46 in Q4 2025. Trailing twelve month EPS shifted from a loss of US$1.60 to a profit of...

General Motors (NYSE:GM) has received approval to establish GM Financial Bank, an industrial bank that can accept insured deposits for vehicle purchases. The company plans to shift production of the Buick Envision from China and the Chevrolet Equinox from Mexico to its assembly plant in Kansas. These moves tie financing and manufacturing decisions more closely to the U.S. market and current trade and regulatory conditions. For you as an investor, this focuses attention on how GM earns money...

In January 2026, Target Corporation announced that former NIKE chief innovation officer John Hoke and former HanesBrands CEO Steve Bratspies will join its board, coinciding with the upcoming handover to new CEO Michael Fiddelke amid recent operational and sales pressures. The appointments place deep design, merchandising and big-box retail experience directly onto Target’s key governance, compensation, audit and finance committees, potentially influencing how the company reshapes its product...

Why CarMax Stock Is On Investors’ Radar Today CarMax (KMX) is drawing fresh attention after a period of mixed share performance, with a decline over the past year but gains in the month and past 3 months prompting closer inspection. For investors tracking used car retail and auto finance, this recent swing in returns is encouraging some to revisit the company’s current valuation, recent financial metrics, and how its business model is holding up in a changing used vehicle market. See our...

Southern Company was recently ranked No. 1 in the electric and gas utilities industry on FORTUNE’s 2026 World’s Most Admired Companies list, reflecting recognition for financial soundness, perceived long-term investment value and community commitment. The company’s plan to invest more than US$80.00 billion through 2030, while maintaining a 78-year record of stable or rising dividends, highlights the scale of its capital ambitions alongside a longstanding focus on consistent shareholder...

Lam Research (NasdaqGS:LRCX) is drawing fresh attention as AI driven demand for advanced chips reshapes the semiconductor equipment market. The company is integrating AI capabilities into its manufacturing tools while focusing on High Bandwidth Memory and Gate All Around technologies. Recent U.S. policy support, including the CHIPS Act, is adding momentum to interest around Lam Research's role in next generation chip production. Lam Research sits at a critical junction of chip production,...

If you are wondering whether Bitmine Immersion Technologies is still good value after its recent run, this article walks through what the current price might be implying about the company. The stock has moved sharply over time, with a 348.5% return over the past year. The year to date return sits at a 10.9% decline and the 7 day return at a 10.8% decline, so recent trading has been much weaker than the longer term picture. Recent news coverage has focused on Bitmine Immersion Technologies as...

Baker Hughes (BKR) closed FY 2025 with fourth quarter revenue of US$7.4b and basic EPS of US$0.89, alongside net income of US$876m, setting a clear marker for how the year finished. The company reported quarterly revenue of US$7.0b in Q3 2025 and US$6.9b in Q2 2025, rising to US$7.4b in Q4 2025. Basic EPS moved from US$0.41 in Q1 to US$0.62 in Q3 and US$0.89 in Q4, giving investors a more detailed view of how profitability contributed to the current trailing year margins profile. See our full...

In recent updates, Waste Management highlighted record landfill EBITDA margins of 38.4% in Q3 2025, a network of over 250 landfills, and management’s expectation of free cash flow approaching US$3.80 billion in 2026 as sustainability and fleet investments slow. The company also approved a 14.5% dividend increase and a new US$3.00 billion share repurchase program, underscoring how its oligopolistic landfill position and growing renewable energy operations are being translated into sizable...

Broadcom, ticker NasdaqGS:AVGO, has secured a record AI focused order backlog for custom accelerator chips from major hyperscalers. The company is supplying tailored AI semiconductors to large customers including Google, Meta, and OpenAI. Broadcom has also reached a settlement with Fidelity Investments that keeps Fidelity as a significant software customer after the VMware acquisition. Broadcom shares recently closed at $324.85, with the stock up 62.2% over the past year and more than 6x...

IonQ (NYSE:IONQ) announced a US$1.8b cash and stock deal to acquire SkyWater Technology. The combined company is expected to form a U.S.-based, vertically integrated quantum computing and semiconductor manufacturing platform. The transaction is structured to bring semiconductor fabrication in-house and support development of next generation quantum processors. IonQ operates in the quantum computing sector, offering access to quantum systems that target complex computational problems for...

Recently released five year phase 2b data on Moderna (MRNA) and Merck’s personalized melanoma vaccine with Keytruda showed a 49% reduction in recurrence or death, sparking fresh interest in Moderna’s push into oncology. See our latest analysis for Moderna. The melanoma vaccine update arrives after a sharp rebound in Moderna’s share price, with a 90 day share price return of 89.31% and a 1 month share price return of 53.81%. However, the 3 year total shareholder return of negative 73.47% and 5...

Rocket Lab's Neutron rocket experienced a Stage 1 tank rupture during qualification testing. The incident occurred during routine stress testing of the first stage structure. The company plans to provide a schedule update for Neutron at its upcoming earnings call. Neutron is Rocket Lab's next generation medium lift launch vehicle and a key part of NasdaqCM:RKLB's strategy to expand beyond small satellite missions. The rocket is central to the company's efforts to compete for larger...

If you are wondering whether Bloom Energy's share price still lines up with its fundamentals after a strong run, this article walks through the numbers in a clear and practical way. The stock has had a mixed short term path, with a 6.6% decline over the last 7 days, a 54.8% gain over 30 days and a 41.5% return year to date, on top of a very large 1 year return and a 3 year gain of 477.4% and 5 year gain of 274.8%. These moves sit against a backdrop of recurring interest in fuel cell and...

If you are wondering whether Microsoft is still fairly priced after its long run, or if there is value left on the table, it helps to start by looking at what recent returns and current valuation are actually telling you. The stock last closed at US$470.28, with returns of 2.3% over 7 days, a 3.6% decline over 30 days, a 0.6% decline year to date, 9.0% over 1 year, 98.4% over 3 years, and 104.5% over 5 years. Taken together, these figures set the backdrop for any discussion about upside or...

Walmart plans a leadership transition, with CEO Doug McMillon preparing to retire and John Furner set to take over. The company is shifting its stock listing to the Nasdaq exchange under ticker NasdaqGS:WMT. Walmart is pushing further into technology, including new AI partnerships and a collaboration with Alphabet/Google. The retailer is expanding its online marketplace with new categories, such as premium musical instruments. For investors watching NasdaqGS:WMT, this is a meaningful reset...

Bank of Hawaii (BOH) closed out FY 2025 with fourth quarter revenue of US$187.1 million and basic EPS of US$1.54, supported by trailing twelve month revenue of US$705.1 million and EPS of US$4.67 that marked a 34.6% improvement in earnings versus the prior year. Over recent quarters the company has seen revenue move from US$159.5 million in Q4 2024 to US$187.1 million in Q4 2025, while quarterly EPS went from US$0.86 to US$1.54. This sets up this earnings season around how durable those...

Datex's Footprint WMS has successfully completed Zebra Technologies' Enterprise Testing Program. The program approval confirms interoperability with Zebra's mobile computing solutions for warehouse operations. This certification is positioned to support customers using NasdaqGS:ZBRA devices in supply chain and logistics settings. Zebra Technologies, listed as NasdaqGS:ZBRA, focuses on data capture, mobile computing and automation tools that sit at the heart of warehouse and supply chain...

Abbott Laboratories (NYSE:ABT) is pursuing the acquisition of Exact Sciences to expand its presence in cancer diagnostics. The move comes alongside a targeted turnaround plan for Abbott's Nutrition segment after a recent revenue shortfall. Management is focusing on pricing actions and new product launches in Nutrition, with an internal goal of segment recovery in the second half of 2026. Abbott Laboratories, trading at $108.77, is shifting focus toward higher value cancer diagnostics while...

BlackRock (NYSE:BLK) has filed with the SEC for an iShares Bitcoin Premium Income ETF that would be actively managed and focused on generating income from Bitcoin exposure. Rick Rieder, BlackRock’s chief bond investment manager, has emerged as a leading contender to become the next chair of the US Federal Reserve. These developments highlight BlackRock’s expanding role in both digital assets and potential US monetary policy leadership. For you as an investor, the filing for an iShares...