NasdaqGS:CYBR
NasdaqGS:CYBRSoftware

A Fresh Look at CyberArk (CYBR) Valuation Following Optiv’s Rapid Workforce Migration Success

Kshitija Bhandaru
If you have been watching CyberArk Software (CYBR), the news that Optiv has completed a rapid migration of over 2,500 employees to CyberArk’s Workforce Identity Security solution may have given you pause. Within just a month, Optiv shifted its workforce to CyberArk’s platform with zero downtime for hundreds of applications. This outcome validates both CyberArk’s technical reliability and its position in securing business-critical operations. For investors debating their next move, this...
NasdaqGS:IEP
NasdaqGS:IEPIndustrials

Should Icahn Enterprises’ (IEP) $500 Million Debt Refinancing Prompt a Closer Look From Investors?

On August 19, 2025, Icahn Enterprises L.P. and Icahn Enterprises Finance Corp. closed the sale of an additional US$500 million in 10.000% Senior Secured Notes due 2029, using the proceeds to partially redeem existing 6.250% Senior Notes due 2026. This refinancing transaction alters the company's debt structure and interest expense profile, which is a key focus for both equity and credit analysts. With a significant refinancing move impacting its capital structure, we explore how this...
NYSE:CWAN
NYSE:CWANSoftware

A Fresh Look at Clearwater Analytics (CWAN) Valuation as M&A Ambitions Scale Up

Kshitija Bhandaru
Clearwater Analytics Holdings (NYSE:CWAN) is back in the spotlight after announcing plans to increase the scale of its acquisitions, a move that has drawn fresh scrutiny from investors. Major shareholders including the Artisan Small Cap Fund are taking notice, highlighting both anticipation and caution as Clearwater moves into larger deal territory. With a focus on expanding its core business through larger M&A activity, the company now finds itself at a critical point. Successful execution...
NYSE:SLB
NYSE:SLBEnergy Services

Schlumberger (SLB): Assessing Valuation Following AIQ Collaboration and Digital Expansion Efforts

Kshitija Bhandaru
If you’ve been following Schlumberger (NYSE:SLB), the company’s new partnership with AIQ to roll out advanced AI tools across ADNOC’s subsurface operations should be on your radar. This latest move is not just another tech headline. It signals Schlumberger’s efforts to put digital transformation front and center in oilfield services. By integrating AI to accelerate seismic interpretation and boost precision, Schlumberger is aiming for a potential leap in operational efficiency. The promise of...
NasdaqGM:TTD
NasdaqGM:TTDMedia

Trade Desk (TTD) Valuation in Focus After Earnings Miss, CFO Departure, and Slower Growth Concerns

Kshitija Bhandaru
Trade Desk (TTD) investors have had plenty to think about lately. The stock fell sharply after the company reported a weaker-than-expected second quarter, announced the departure of its longtime CFO, and was met with a flurry of analyst downgrades. In addition, the much-anticipated Kokai AI platform launch has seen a hesitant response from some ad agencies, making it little surprise that sentiment has turned cautious. These developments come at a time when Trade Desk’s core business is facing...
NYSE:AS
NYSE:ASLuxury

Amer Sports (AS) Posts Strong Q2 With US$1,236 Million Sales

Amer Sports (AS) recently announced strong second-quarter results, with sales reaching $1,236 million, a significant improvement from the prior year, and net income showing a marked turnaround from a loss to a $18 million profit. Alongside this, the company's upwardly revised guidance for both the third quarter and the full year, estimating substantial revenue growth, may have bolstered investor confidence. These positive earnings announcements and promising future projections contributed to...
NasdaqCM:PGY
NasdaqCM:PGYSoftware

Pagaya Technologies (PGY) Sees Revenue Surge To US$326 Million In Strong Q2 Earnings

Pagaya Technologies (PGY) showcased marked improvement in its financial performance during its second quarter, with revenue soaring to $326 million and the company swinging to a net income from a prior loss. These earnings results corresponded with proactive debt management, including a highly oversubscribed $500 million debt offering, which underscores investor confidence. Such financial consolidation likely contributed to the company's significant 102% share price increase over the last...