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Columbia Banking System (COLB) just announced a 3% increase to its quarterly cash dividend, which now stands at $0.37 per share. This decision signals confidence from the board in the company’s ongoing financial health and earnings outlook. See our latest analysis for Columbia Banking System. Even with the dividend boost signaling board confidence, Columbia Banking System’s share price return has been a bit mixed. The stock is down nearly 2.4% year-to-date, with a one-year total shareholder...

Ivanhoe Electric recently completed the final US$39.3 million land acquisition payments for the Santa Cruz Copper Project in Arizona, fulfilling all requirements of its agreement with Wolff-Harvard Ventures LLC. This milestone eliminates a major development barrier and sets the stage for mine construction to begin once permitting is finalized. We'll explore how clearing the last land acquisition hurdle positions Ivanhoe Electric to advance development at the Santa Cruz Copper...

The Environmental Protection Agency’s decision to revisit rules on heavy-duty vehicle emissions has put Cummins (CMI) in the spotlight. Investors appear optimistic, as they view the potential regulatory revisions as a tailwind for future profitability. See our latest analysis for Cummins. Cummins shares have built strong momentum lately, with a 33.8% year-to-date share price return and a robust 28.7% total shareholder return over the past year. Despite reporting softer earnings this quarter...

In recent months, CNA Financial has embarked on an enterprisewide modernization, overhauling its financial, operational, and technological infrastructure to strengthen agility and long-term sustainability. This transformation includes major improvements to internal systems and processes, reducing indirect costs while aiming to boost accuracy and transparency across financial operations. Now, we'll explore how CNA Financial's comprehensive business modernization may influence the company's...

O'Reilly Automotive (ORLY) just announced a $2 billion increase to its share buyback program, which now totals $29.75 billion and extends the plan for another three years. Management signals ongoing confidence in the company’s outlook. See our latest analysis for O'Reilly Automotive. O'Reilly Automotive has been making headlines with its sustained buyback activity and more recently by raising its outlook for full-year comparable sales. At $98.7 per share, its 24.65% share price return...

Earlier this week, Google unveiled Gemini 3, its most advanced artificial intelligence model, which is now integrated across core services such as Search and Vertex AI and has received strong reviews from analysts and users for its reasoning and coding capabilities. Berkshire Hathaway's recent announcement of a new multi-billion dollar stake in Alphabet highlights growing institutional confidence in the company's AI strategy and technology leadership. We'll examine how Gemini 3's launch and...

In November 2025, Regeneron Pharmaceuticals announced a series of major product milestones, including FDA approvals for EYLEA HD® in expanded indications and dosing regimens, and Libtayo as an adjuvant therapy for cutaneous squamous cell carcinoma, along with positive late-stage trial results for new treatments in hematology and immunology. These developments highlight Regeneron's ability to expand both its commercial portfolio and research pipeline across multiple therapeutic areas,...

WEBTOON Entertainment (NasdaqGS:WBTN) just announced a major partnership with Warner Bros. Animation to co-develop ten new animated series based on fan-favorite WEBTOON titles. The collaboration aims to reach global audiences. See our latest analysis for WEBTOON Entertainment. WEBTOON Entertainment’s new partnership with Warner Bros. Animation comes at a pivotal moment for the company. Despite a challenging period, with the 30-day share price return down 31%, the stock’s one-year total...

Interactive Brokers Group recently expanded its platform to include the Taipei Exchange (TPEx), allowing eligible clients to trade equities, ETFs, and Taiwan Depositary Receipts listed on TPEx. This enhancement broadens client access to emerging small and medium-sized Taiwanese enterprises and streamlines trading with automatic foreign exchange conversion. We will examine how Interactive Brokers’ broadened international market access through the TPEx addition influences its investment...

Kroger (KR) is making bold changes to its eCommerce operations and is aiming for a $400 million profit boost by 2026. The company plans to close certain automated fulfillment centers and expand collaborations with Instacart, DoorDash, and Uber Eats. See our latest analysis for Kroger. After a steady climb for much of the year, Kroger’s latest eCommerce overhaul arrives as the stock trades at $65.9. Investors have seen a 6.4% share price return so far in 2025 and a 14.8% total shareholder...

PVH (PVH) shares have had a challenging stretch, slipping 11% over the past month. With investors reassessing apparel stocks in today's uncertain retail climate, it is a good time to dig into what is driving PVH's recent moves. See our latest analysis for PVH. Zooming out, PVH’s share price return has lost steam this year, dropping more than 30% year-to-date and bringing its 1-year total shareholder return to -24.3%. However, investors who held on through market cycles are still sitting on a...

Jack in the Box recently reported disappointing fourth quarter results, with revenue falling to US$326.19 million and net income dropping to US$5.8 million, alongside a 7.4% decline in same-store sales amid ongoing operational restructuring and restaurant closures. The company unveiled its "Jack on Track" turnaround plan, which includes retraining its workforce, reimaging restaurants, new product launches, and a focus on value-oriented menu items in an effort to regain customer traffic and...

Thinking of diving into Luckin Coffee stock and pondering whether it is a bargain or overhyped? You are not alone, as investors everywhere are curious about its true value. The share price has been on quite a ride, boasting a huge 694.8% gain over five years and up 68.4% in the past year. However, it dipped 8.4% over the last month. Recently, headlines have focused on Luckin’s rapid store expansion and partnerships that aim to capture more of the Chinese coffee market. Additionally,...

Curious if Invitation Homes is the bargain you've been waiting for? Let's dig into whether the market is missing something in the current share price. Despite growing interest in the rental home sector, Invitation Homes' stock has slipped by 1.1% over the past week and is down 11.1% for the year so far, hinting at shifting sentiment. Recent headlines highlight ongoing debates about housing affordability and institutional home ownership, which are keeping Invitation Homes in the spotlight...

Norwegian Cruise Line Holdings recently confirmed a newbuild order with Fincantieri for a third Prestige-Class ship for its ultra-luxury Regent Seven Seas Cruises, scheduled for delivery in 2033 as part of its ongoing expansion in the luxury segment. This investment highlights Norwegian's focus on enhancing its premium offerings and underlines the company's commitment to positioning itself in the highly competitive ultra-luxury cruise market. We’ll examine how continued fleet expansion in...

Open Text (NasdaqGS:OTEX) has made a significant move in the AI and data management space with the launch of its new AI Data Platform. This strategic update also includes an expanded partnership with Databricks for deeper technical integration. See our latest analysis for Open Text. This push into AI and deeper cloud integration has come at an interesting time for Open Text. After a strong run earlier this year, recent news has been met with pullbacks, as seen in the company’s 15.2% decline...

Earlier this month, Builders FirstSource presented at two major industry conferences and reported third-quarter 2025 earnings that exceeded analyst expectations, with adjusted earnings per share of US$1.88 and revenue of US$3.94 billion. Recent analyst commentary highlighted stabilized margins and the company's enhanced industry profile following these events, drawing significant attention from the investment community. We’ll explore how Builders FirstSource’s third-quarter earnings beat...

Cidara Therapeutics (CDTX) has recently drawn attention from investors following steady gains over the past month, with the stock climbing more than 12%. This positive momentum has sparked conversation around its valuation and financial performance. See our latest analysis for Cidara Therapeutics. Momentum has really taken off for Cidara Therapeutics, with its share price more than doubling in the past month and a remarkable 1-year total shareholder return of over 1,150%. Moves like these...

PAR Technology (PAR) shares have seen a decline over the past month, with the stock shedding about 3%, and dropping more than 55% in the past year. Investors are paying close attention to how the company is navigating a challenging environment, especially in light of these recent performance numbers. See our latest analysis for PAR Technology. PAR Technology’s one-year total shareholder return has taken a significant hit, down over 55%, and momentum has noticeably faded in recent months...

On November 11, 2025, Centrus Energy Corp.'s President and CEO Amir V. Vexler spoke at the Crypto & AI/Energy Infrastructure Conference in Miami, highlighting the company’s positioning within the evolving energy infrastructure landscape. Centrus Energy remains the only U.S.-licensed producer of high-assay, low-enriched uranium (HALEU), setting it apart as a key player in efforts to enhance domestic nuclear fuel security amid federal policy changes. We’ll explore how Centrus Energy’s unique...

Lennox International (LII) has been drawing attention after recent market moves, as its stock has slipped a bit over the past month in line with broader industry shifts. Investors are keeping an eye on how these changes may shape upcoming results. See our latest analysis for Lennox International. Lennox International’s latest 30-day share price return of -19.08% underscores tougher sentiment in the sector lately, with momentum clearly cooling after a stretch of multi-year gains. Even so, the...

Wendy's (WEN) shares have dipped over the past month, with the price now hovering near $8.12. Investors may be watching closely for shifts in strategy or signs of recovery as the broader market recalibrates. See our latest analysis for Wendy's. After a tough year for Wendy's, marked by a steady decline and a recent dip of over 9% in the past month, momentum is clearly fading as reflected in the one-year total shareholder return of -52.1%, and deeper multi-year losses. Short-term sentiment...

Agnico Eagle Mines (NYSE:AEM) has continued to capture investors’ attention, especially as recent price swings show a mixed month but strong performance over the past three months. Gold sector dynamics remain central as traders weigh the stock’s momentum and fundamentals. See our latest analysis for Agnico Eagle Mines. After a stellar multi-year run, Agnico Eagle Mines' 1-year total shareholder return of 105.6% and a 90-day share price return of nearly 23% highlight how momentum has been...

Wondering whether Duolingo is a bargain after its rollercoaster ride? Let’s dig into what the numbers and the story really say about its value today. In the past month, Duolingo shares have dropped 44.2%, taking their year-to-date return to -46.5%. The three-year return is still an impressive 154.4%. Investors have been rethinking the stock after competitive pressures in the edtech sector made headlines as major new players enter the language learning market and existing rivals ramp up their...