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SPSCSPS Commerce (SPSC) reported Q4 earnings of $1.14 per share, surpassing the Zacks Consensus Estimate of $1 per share and exceeding last year's $0.89. Despite the earnings beat, the company's Q4 revenues of $192.65 million missed the consensus estimate by 0.45%. SPS Commerce shares have lost 23.1% year-to-date, and the stock currently holds a Zacks Rank #3 (Hold).Bullish2026-02-13 22:23:02
ITShares of Gartner, HP, Globalstar, Amphenol, and Equifax rose following a softer-than-anticipated Consumer Price Index report, which has increased investor optimism for interest rate cuts by the Federal Reserve. The CPI report showed prices rising 0.2% from December to January and annual inflation moderating to 2.4%, both below forecasts. This news prompted a rally in stocks, particularly for smaller companies, as lower interest rates are expected to stimulate economic activity.Bullish2026-02-13 22:23:02
NRGNRG Energy Inc. (NRG) stock rose by 6.52% to $172.35, outperforming the S&P 500 and Dow Jones Industrial Average on a strong trading day. This marked the stock's seventh consecutive day of gains. The article highlights NRG Energy Inc.'s positive performance relative to broader market indices.Bullish2026-02-13 22:23:02
CBOECboe Global Markets Inc. announced that its Board of Directors has declared a quarterly cash dividend of $0.72 per share of common stock for the first quarter of 2026. The dividend is payable on March 13, 2026, to stockholders of record as of February 27, 2026. Cboe Global Markets operates a leading derivatives and securities exchange network providing trading solutions in multiple asset classes.Bullish2026-02-13 22:23:02
ADVS&P Global Ratings has downgraded Advantage Solutions Inc. and placed its ratings on CreditWatch negative due to uncertainty surrounding the success and implementation of the company’s recent exchange offer. The proposed exchange, supported by a majority of debt holders, involves a $1.1 billion term loan and $595 million senior secured notes, offering new super priority debt and cash in exchange for existing holdings. The downgrade also reflects challenging industry conditions, including revenue and EBITDA declines expected in 2025 and 2026, though reorganization efforts and the exchange offer, if completed, could moderately reduce leverage despite increased interest expenses.Bearish2026-02-13 22:23:02
PCGMoody's Ratings has upgraded PG&E Corporation and Pacific Gas & Electric Company's outlook from stable to positive, affirming their current ratings on approximately $44 billion of debt securities. This improved outlook is based on the expectation that both entities will enhance their financial ratios during 2026-2027, driven by cost-saving measures, a scheduled rate increase, and continued progress in wildfire mitigation efforts. The ratings affirmation also considers PG&E's constructive regulatory relationship and access to the state's wildfire fund, balanced against ongoing wildfire exposure.Bullish2026-02-13 22:23:02
EMREmerson Electric Co. secured a new $2 billion 364-day unsecured credit facility on February 10, 2026, replacing a previous $3 billion agreement. This facility, which runs until February 9, 2027, aims to provide liquidity for general corporate purposes and act as a backstop for the company's commercial paper program. Currently, Emerson has no outstanding loans under this facility and does not intend to borrow, emphasizing its role in maintaining flexible, standby liquidity.Bearish2026-02-13 22:23:02
INTCThe Supreme Court has agreed to delay hearing a complaint against Intel Corp. regarding allegedly imprudent investment options in its 401(k) plans until its next term, starting in October. Both parties requested more time to submit documents. The case will review the "meaningful benchmark" rule, which requires plaintiffs to identify comparable investments when alleging mismanagement of retirement plan assets, a rule the Intel plaintiffs argue is inconsistently applied and overly strict.Bearish2026-02-13 22:23:02
UBERThe article discusses the implications of a recent federal jury verdict in Arizona against Uber Technologies Inc., where the company was ordered to pay $8.5 million to a woman sexually assaulted by her driver. While Uber declared a partial victory, the case highlights broader issues for ride-hailing companies and potentially other businesses regarding liability for contractor conduct. The full content requires a Law360 subscription.Bearish2026-02-13 22:23:02
NTAPThis article analyzes NetApp (NTAP) following recent share price declines, concluding that the stock appears undervalued. Using Discounted Cash Flow and Price-to-Earnings ratio analyses, Simply Wall St suggests NetApp is trading below its intrinsic value. The article encourages investors to consider their own narratives and assumptions regarding NetApp's future potential in AI and hybrid cloud solutions.Bullish2026-02-13 22:23:02
VRTXVertex Pharmaceuticals (VRTX) recently released strong full-year 2025 results and issued positive 2026 revenue guidance, driven by its cystic fibrosis franchise and new gene editing products like CASGEVY, JOURNAVX, and ALYFTREK. The company's stock has shown momentum, with a 90-day return of 6.38% and a five-year return of 121.62%. Despite trading below the average analyst price target and an intrinsic value estimate of $504, its current P/E ratio of 32.1x suggests the market is already pricing in significant future earnings growth.Bullish2026-02-13 22:23:02
WECWEC Energy Group (WEC) is currently valued by Simply Wall St as 5.8% undervalued at $114.03 per share, with a fair value estimate of $121.03. This valuation follows its latest earnings report which showed higher sales but lower net income, alongside reaffirmed 2026 earnings guidance and long-term growth targets. The company's significant infrastructure modernization plans, including $28 billion in capital expenditure over five years, are expected to drive predictable earnings growth, but regulatory decisions and potential equity dilution pose risks to this outlook.Bearish2026-02-13 22:23:02
FEMon Power and Potomac Edison, subsidiaries of FirstEnergy (NYSE: FE), have selected a 35-acre site in Maidsville, West Virginia for a new 1,200-megawatt natural gas power plant. This plant is expected to power approximately half a million homes and, if approved by 2027, could be online by late 2031. The companies are also seeking approval for 70 megawatts of new solar generation on reclaimed lands, complementing 30 megawatts already built since 2024, as part of an Integrated Resource Plan to enhance reliability and affordability.Bullish2026-02-13 22:23:02
CBZThis article announces an upcoming webinar by CBIZ Employee Benefits focusing on managing escalating healthcare costs, navigating complex regulations, and implementing innovative benefits strategies. The discussion aims to help organizations maintain competitive, compliant, and cost-effective benefits while ensuring employee well-being. Topics covered will include strategies for healthcare spend, evolving regulatory requirements, pharmacy benefit strategies, and maximizing tax-advantaged benefits.Bullish2026-02-13 22:23:02
ITA Gartner survey reveals that three-quarters of global CFOs anticipate increased technology budgets this year, with nearly half expecting rises of 10% or more, driven by digital transformation, AI adoption, and cybersecurity needs. Conversely, staff growth expectations are significantly shrinking from 6% in 2025 to 2% in 2026, indicating a shift towards optimization through automation and AI rather than headcount expansion. While overall IT spending is projected to reach $6.15 trillion in 2026, AI investment within finance tech budgets remains modest for most CFOs, though a decisive acceleration in AI spending is anticipated.Bullish2026-02-13 22:23:02
POOLPool Corporation announced that director Carlos A. Sabater will not seek re-election after his term concludes at the company's 2026 annual meeting of shareholders. His departure is attributed to an orderly governance transition and is not due to any disagreements over company operations or policies. Analysts currently rate POOL stock as a "Hold" with a price target of $275.00, and TipRanks' AI Analyst Spark views POOL as "Neutral" due to financial stability improvements and revenue growth balanced by margin compression and a long-term downtrend.Bearish2026-02-13 22:23:02
ALGNAlign Technology, known for its Invisalign clear aligners, is a multibillion-dollar company often in the spotlight due to its volatile stock performance. The article explores whether the company, which merges health, beauty, and tech, is still a worthwhile investment given its premium product, advanced digital dentistry technology, and significant competition. While the product remains a "game-changer" for consumers, the stock is considered high-risk with potential for good returns on dips for investors who can tolerate volatility.Bullish2026-02-13 22:23:02
BLKThe BlackRock Canada team, alongside members of their Families & Allies at BlackRock (FAB) Network, participated in closing the market at the Toronto Stock Exchange to celebrate Family Day. The event highlighted learning, financial inclusion, and introduced family members to Canada's financial markets. BlackRock is a global asset manager focused on helping individuals achieve financial well-being through investment, advisory, and risk management solutions.Bullish2026-02-13 22:23:02
SAPSAP.DE stock closed at €171.72 on XETRA, with a gain of 1.19% on February 13, 2026, driven by enterprise AI adoption in SAP's cloud stack and a return to large-cap tech. Despite a current P/E of 27.52, the article suggests potential for re-rating if AI-led cloud revenue accelerates. Meyka AI rates SAP.DE as a "BUY" with a score of 74.26/B+ and forecasts a yearly target of €286.02, indicating a 66.50% upside, although short-term forecasts suggest possible pullbacks.Bearish2026-02-13 22:23:02
WFCWells Fargo & Company (WFC) has launched new Medium-Term Note Programs, Series AA and Series B, to enhance its financial flexibility and funding capabilities. This strategic move, reported on February 13, 2026, involves filings with the SEC for Distribution Agreements and global master notes. The initiative aims to optimize Wells Fargo's capital structure and support its growth strategies in an evolving financial landscape.Bullish2026-02-13 22:23:02
EIXUBS has downgraded Edison International (EIX) from a "Buy" to a "Neutral" rating, although it concurrently increased the price target from $70.00 to $78.00. This adjustment reflects an improved valuation outlook despite the rating downgrade. The article also provides a summary of recent analyst ratings and price targets from other firms, alongside the average Wall Street analyst forecast and GuruFocus' estimated fair value.Bearish2026-02-13 22:23:02
XTKGX3 Holdings (Nasdaq: XTKG) announced that its shareholders approved a share consolidation plan at its Annual General Meeting on February 9, 2026. This measure is intended to help the company regain compliance with Nasdaq's minimum bid price rule. Fractional shares resulting from the consolidation will be redeemed for cash at the post-consolidation closing price.Bearish2026-02-13 22:23:02
XTKGX3 Holdings (Nasdaq: XTKG) faces delisting from Nasdaq due to its stock closing below $1 for 32 consecutive business days. The company's recent one-for-six reverse stock split made it ineligible for the standard 180-day compliance period. XTKG has requested a hearing before the Nasdaq Hearings Panel to appeal the decision and temporarily stay the suspension, though there's no guarantee of success.Bearish2026-02-13 22:23:02
NOCNorthrop Grumman Corporation has elected retired Admiral Christopher Grady, former vice chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff, to its board of directors. Grady's extensive military background and leadership experience are expected to provide valuable insights to the aerospace and defense company. Northrop Grumman stock has seen significant growth over the past year, trading near its 52-week high, and the company has strong financial fundamentals, maintaining dividend payments for 56 consecutive years.Bullish2026-02-13 22:23:02
VMCVulcan Materials Company announced a 6% increase in its quarterly cash dividend to $0.52 per share, payable on March 23, 2026, marking its twelfth consecutive year of dividend increases. The company, a leading producer of construction aggregates, attributes this to strong operational and financial performance, including a 6.54% revenue growth, and an impressive 55-year streak of maintaining dividend payments. This dividend hike aligns with its commitment to delivering long-term value to shareholders.Bullish2026-02-13 22:23:02
CBOECboe Global Markets, Inc. (CBOE) announced a quarterly cash dividend of $0.72 per share for the first quarter of 2026, payable on March 13, 2026. The company has a strong dividend history, maintaining payments for 16 consecutive years and raising them for 11 straight years. This announcement follows their solid fourth-quarter 2025 earnings which exceeded analyst expectations, though the stock saw a pre-market decline.Bullish2026-02-13 22:23:02
HONHoneywell (NASDAQ:HON) announced a quarterly dividend of $1.19 per share, payable on March 13, 2026, to shareholders of record by February 27, 2026. This decision reflects the company's commitment to shareholder returns, marking its 41st consecutive year of dividend payments and 15th consecutive year of dividend increases. The announcement follows a strong financial performance in Q4 2025, where Honeywell exceeded analyst expectations for both earnings per share and revenue.Bullish2026-02-13 22:23:02
LDOSLeidos Holdings, Inc. (NYSE:LDOS) announced a quarterly cash dividend of $0.43 per share, payable on March 31, 2026, to stockholders of record as of March 16, 2026. The company has a 14-year history of dividend payments and has increased its dividend for the past 7 consecutive years. Leidos, a technology and industry services provider for government and commercial customers, recently reported annual revenues of approximately $16.7 billion and is actively expanding its business through acquisitions and strategic partnerships in AI governance and federal agency operations.Bullish2026-02-13 22:23:02
AKAMAkamai Technologies (NASDAQ:AKAM) CTO Robert Blumofe sold 3,500 shares of company stock for $378,000 at an average price of $108.00 per share on February 13th, 2026. This transaction reduced his direct ownership by 19.36% to 14,574 shares. The article also notes a prior sale in January and discusses the stock's recent performance, institutional holdings, and analyst ratings.Bearish2026-02-13 22:23:02
AXPAmerican Express (NYSE:AXP) insider Howard Grosfield recently sold 8,134 shares of the company's stock for over $2.8 million, reducing his position by 46.30%. The sale occurred on February 12th at an average price of $346.73 per share. This transaction, disclosed in an SEC filing, reduced Grosfield's total holdings to 9,433 shares valued at approximately $3.27 million.Bearish2026-02-13 22:23:02
ANABAnaptysBio (NASDAQ:ANAB) insider Eric Loumeau sold 10,000 shares of the company's stock for $540,000 on February 11th, reducing his ownership by 43.79%. Following this transaction, Loumeau now owns 12,835 shares valued at approximately $693,090. The biotechnology company also recently announced a $100 million stock repurchase plan, indicating management believes the stock is undervalued.Bearish2026-02-13 22:23:02
CLColgate-Palmolive's COO, Panagiotis Tsourapas, sold 15,000 shares of company stock for over $1.46 million on February 12th, reducing his holdings by 59.02%. This follows another sale of 35,000 shares on February 11th. The company recently reported better-than-expected earnings and announced a quarterly dividend of $0.52 per share.Bearish2026-02-13 22:23:02
NOWServiceNow (NYSE:NOW) Director Paul Edward Chamberlain sold 1,500 shares of the company's stock for $151,755.00 on February 12th, reducing his ownership by 3.13%. This follows another sale of 1,500 shares in November. The article also provides details on ServiceNow's recent earnings, stock performance, analyst ratings, and institutional trading activity.Bearish2026-02-13 22:23:02
TVerizon, AT&T, and T-Mobile are outperforming the S&P 500 in early 2026, primarily due to strong earnings reports rather than overall sector gains. Verizon saw a significant boost from subscriber additions, AT&T's convergence strategy is driving growth, and T-Mobile impressed with updated long-term outlooks despite some quarterly misses. All three telecom giants provided reasons for investor optimism, with Verizon's turnaround being particularly highlighted.Bullish2026-02-13 22:23:02
AESIAtlas Energy Solutions (AESI) secured a $375 million lease facility from Eldridge Capital Management for new power generation assets, building on its acquisition of Moser Energy Systems. This facility is crucial for its integrated power generation platform, but adds financial complexity given its current unprofitability and weak interest coverage. Investors have diverse views on the stock's fair value, highlighting a need to balance potential upsides with financing risks.Bearish2026-02-13 22:23:02
BAXBaxter International recently posted weak Q4 results and a disappointing FY 2026 guide, leading to a downgrade to a hold rating. Despite a cheap valuation, the company faces ongoing margin compression, significant debt risks, and repeated earnings misses, making a near-term recovery unlikely. While some segments like Advanced Surgery show growth, overall operational efficiency and profitability are severely challenged, and technical indicators suggest a prolonged downtrend for the stock.Bearish2026-02-12 22:23:02
ESEversource Energy (NYSE: ES) reported its Q4 earnings, with an EPS of $1.12, missing analyst estimates of $1.13. However, the company's revenue for the quarter reached $3.37 billion, surpassing the consensus estimate of $2.94 billion. Despite the earnings miss, Eversource Energy provided a positive outlook, forecasting FY 2026 EPS to be between $4.80 and $4.95.Bearish2026-02-12 22:23:02
ANETArista Networks reported strong fourth-quarter results, with net income of $955.8 million, or 75 cents per share, surpassing analyst expectations. Adjusted earnings were 82 cents per share, and revenue reached $2.49 billion, also exceeding forecasts. For the full year, the company posted a profit of $3.51 billion on $9.01 billion in revenue, and anticipates current quarter revenue around $2.6 billion.Bullish2026-02-12 22:23:02
DXCMDexCom Inc. reported strong fourth-quarter earnings and revenue, surpassing Wall Street expectations. The medical device company posted earnings of 68 cents per share on revenue of $1.26 billion for the quarter. DexCom also provided a full-year revenue forecast ranging from $5.16 billion to $5.25 billion.Bullish2026-02-12 22:23:02
IBMIBM plans to triple its entry-level hiring in the United States in 2026, adapting job descriptions for an AI-centric future. The company's chief human resources officer, Nickle LaMoreaux, emphasizes that these new roles will focus on tasks that complement AI capabilities, such as customer interaction for software developers and refining HR chatbot responses. This strategy aims to prevent a future shortage of mid-level managers and ensures new hires bring distinct value in an evolving job market despite concerns about AI's impact on entry-level opportunities.Bullish2026-02-12 22:23:02
AMATApplied Materials (NASDAQ:AMAT) reported robust fiscal first-quarter results, surpassing Wall Street expectations and issuing strong guidance for Q2. The company, a semiconductor equipment maker, saw its shares rise more than 9% in after-hours trading. Key highlights include record DRAM revenue in its Semiconductor Systems segment and record services revenue from Applied Global Services, driven by accelerated investments in AI computing.Bullish2026-02-12 22:23:02
CANGCango Inc., a Bitcoin miner, has secured $75.5 million in equity deals to expand its AI and computing infrastructure. This includes a $10.5 million Class B equity investment from Enduring Wealth Capital Limited, increasing their stake and voting power, and $65 million in Class A investments from its chairman and director, pending approvals. These financings will bolster Cango's balance sheet for its digital infrastructure strategy, despite mixed financial performance and technical challenges noted by Spark, TipRanks’ AI Analyst.Bullish2026-02-12 22:23:02
PSAPublic Storage (NYSE: PSA) reported fourth quarter EPS of $2.60, exceeding analyst estimates by $0.10, with revenue of $1.22 billion matching consensus. The company's stock has increased by 6.60% in the past three months, though it is down 2.94% over the last year. InvestingPro rated Public Storage's financial health as "good performance."Bullish2026-02-12 22:23:02
ALBAlbemarle's shares fell 7% despite fourth-quarter earnings showing improved sequential lithium prices and a management outlook above consensus estimates. Morningstar maintains its $200 fair value estimate for Albemarle, viewing it as slightly undervalued with a Very High Uncertainty Rating. The company anticipates substantially improved profits and free cash flow in 2026 due to higher lithium prices, even with reduced medium-term volume growth assumptions.Bearish2026-02-12 22:23:02
SPRCSciSparc Ltd. (SPRC) has established a $10 million convertible note facility with an institutional investor, including an initial $2.5 million note and attached three-year warrants. The funds are designated for working capital and general corporate purposes, with the option for additional tranches every three months. These notes bear 4% annual interest and are convertible into ordinary shares, which could lead to future equity dilution.Bearish2026-02-12 22:23:02
PAYCJefferies Financial Group has re-evaluated Paycom Software (NYSE:PAYC), lowering its price target to $130 from $190 while maintaining a "hold" rating, citing cautious sentiment despite a slight EPS beat in Q4. This adjustment comes amidst a recent revenue miss and a weak FY-2026 revenue outlook that has led to several analyst downgrades and a decline in share value. The stock is currently trading around $119.46, with other firms also adjusting their targets, reflecting increased near-term volatility.Bearish2026-02-12 22:23:02
ZBRAShares of Zebra Technologies Corp. Cl A (ZBRA) rose 8.58% to $274.15 on Thursday, outperforming the broader market which saw the S&P 500 Index and Dow Jones Industrial Average decline. This gain broke a two-day losing streak for the stock.Bullish2026-02-12 22:23:02
TVTXTravere Therapeutics, Inc. announced it will report its fourth quarter and full year 2025 financial results on Thursday, February 19, 2026, after market close. The company will also host a conference call and webcast to discuss these results and provide a business update. Information for accessing the webcast and call will be available on the Investor page of Travere's website.Bearish2026-02-12 22:23:02
TVTXTravere Therapeutics, Inc. announced it will report its fourth quarter and full year 2025 financial results on Thursday, February 19, 2026, after the U.S. financial markets close. The company will host a conference call and webcast at 4:30 p.m. ET to discuss these results and provide a business update. This event will be accessible via their investor page, with an archived version available for 30 days.Bearish2026-02-12 22:23:02
CFCF Industries Holdings, Inc. announced its participation in the BofA 2026 Global Agriculture and Materials Conference on Wednesday, February 25, 2026, at 9:45 am ET. Investors can access a live webcast and replay on the company's investor relations website. The company aims to provide clean energy by decarbonizing its ammonia production network for low-carbon hydrogen and nitrogen products.Bearish2026-02-12 22:23:02