| DLR | Digital Realty (NYSE: DLR) has appointed Stephen Bolze to its Board of Directors, effective January 1, 2026. Bolze brings over 30 years of experience in infrastructure and energy, including prior roles as Senior Managing Director at Blackstone and CEO of GE Power & Water. His expertise in power and infrastructure is expected to be invaluable as Digital Realty addresses growing demand and the challenges of reliable data center capacity. | Bullish | 2025-12-15 22:23:03 |
| KR | Kroger is investing $391 million to build a new distribution center in Simpson County, Southern Kentucky, creating approximately 430 jobs. This expansion of its supply chain efforts follows the recent closure of three automated facilities. The new full-line distribution center will feature scalable and automated operations to supply the region. | Bullish | 2025-12-15 22:23:03 |
| MLM | Jefferies has reiterated its 'Buy' rating for Martin Marietta Materials (MLM) and increased its price target from $725 to $730, a 0.69% raise. This adjustment follows several other analyst updates in recent months, with an average target price among 25 analysts of $673.23. Martin Marietta Materials is a leading producer of construction aggregates in the U.S., with significant operations in key states. | Bullish | 2025-12-15 22:23:03 |
| RCL | Royal Caribbean Group officially cut the ribbon on its new Royal Beach Club Paradise Island in Nassau, Bahamas, which opens on December 23. The ticketed destination for Royal Caribbean International and Celebrity Cruises guests features two beaches, three pools, and 10 bars, including the world's largest swim-up bar. Guests can access the club via a complimentary ferry from Nassau Cruise Port. | Bullish | 2025-12-15 22:23:03 |
| UBER | Uber Technologies Inc. shares dropped after the Federal Trade Commission (FTC), joined by 21 states and Washington, D.C., filed an amended complaint. The complaint accuses Uber of enrolling customers in its Uber One subscription without consent, failing to deliver promised perks, and making cancellation difficult. Regulators are seeking civil penalties under the Restore Online Shoppers' Confidence Act and state consumer protection laws. | Bearish | 2025-12-15 22:23:03 |
| F | Ford is shifting its strategy to prioritize profitable growth by reinvesting in trucks, hybrids, and affordable EVs, alongside launching a new battery energy storage business. This involves rationalizing EV-related assets, including taking approximately $19.5 billion in special charges, to achieve profitability in Model e by 2029 and improve Ford Blue and Ford Pro. Ford plans to expand its hybrid offerings and focus EV development on a flexible platform for smaller, cost-effective models, aiming for 50% of its global volume to be hybrids, extended-range EVs, and fully electric vehicles by 2030. | Bearish | 2025-12-15 22:23:03 |
| MO | This article compares Altria (MO) and Coca-Cola (KO) as long-term investment options, ultimately recommending Coca-Cola. While Altria offers a high dividend yield and low valuation, Coca-Cola is presented as a more diversified company with stronger growth, a simpler business model, and more stable long-term prospects. Coca-Cola's Dividend King status and expected outperformance in a market rotating to evergreen dividend stocks also make it a better choice. | Bullish | 2025-12-15 22:23:03 |
| AEON | AEON Biopharma announced a definitive exchange agreement with Daewoong to convert $15 million in convertible notes and accrued interest into new equity, $1.5 million in new notes due 2030, and cash-exercise warrants for 8 million common shares. This transaction, which is subject to stockholder approval, is expected to eliminate over 90% of AEON’s outstanding debt and could provide more than $8 million in additional cash if the warrants are exercised. The deal aims to strengthen Daewoong’s strategic alignment with AEON and significantly transform AEON's capital structure. | Bullish | 2025-12-15 22:23:03 |
| F | Ford Motor Co. is dramatically changing its electric vehicle strategy by converting its BlueOval SK Battery Park in Glendale, Kentucky, from an EV battery production facility to one that produces battery energy storage systems. This shift will result in the layoff of 1,500 current BlueOval SK employees, although Ford plans to hire 2,100 workers for the new business segment. The decision comes after Ford and SK On ended their joint EV battery venture and amid a reversal of federal support for the electric vehicle sector by the Trump administration. | Bearish | 2025-12-15 22:23:03 |
| ACR | ACRES Commercial Realty Corp. announced that its Board of Directors has declared quarterly cash dividends for its preferred stock. The company will pay $0.6103331 per share on its 8.625% Fixed-to-Floating Series C Cumulative Redeemable Preferred Stock and $0.4921875 per share on its 7.875% Series D Cumulative Redeemable Preferred Stock, both payable on January 30, 2026, to shareholders of record on January 2, 2026. ACRES Commercial Realty Corp. is a real estate investment trust focused on commercial real estate mortgage loans and equity investments. | Bullish | 2025-12-15 22:23:03 |
| AEON | AEON Biopharma has entered into an Exchange Agreement with Daewoong to convert Daewoong's existing senior secured convertible notes into equity, a new $1.5 million senior secured convertible note, and warrants. This exchange is expected to result in approximately 23.1 million newly issued shares or pre-funded warrants, with Daewoong's ownership capped at 49.99%. The new convertible note features a 15.79% annual interest rate and automatic conversion into equity under specific financing conditions, while the transaction requires stockholder approval. | Bearish | 2025-12-15 22:23:03 |
| DLR | Digital Realty has appointed Stephen Bolze as an independent director to its Board, effective January 1, 2026. Bolze brings over 30 years of leadership experience in energy and infrastructure, previously serving as a Senior Managing Director at Blackstone and President & CEO of GE Power & Water. His expertise is expected to be invaluable in addressing challenges like power availability within the data center industry as demand continues to grow. | Bullish | 2025-12-15 22:23:03 |
| CAT | Ameren (NYSE: AEE) announced the election of Jamie L. Engstrom, Senior Vice President and Global CIO of Caterpillar, to its board of directors, effective January 1, 2026. Her extensive experience in information systems, risk management, cybersecurity, and digital transformation is expected to enhance Ameren's technology and reliability objectives. This appointment aims to leverage technology for providing reliable, resilient, and affordable energy to Ameren's customers and shareholders. | Bullish | 2025-12-15 22:23:03 |
| ABCB | Ameris Bancorp (NYSE: ABCB) has declared a quarterly dividend of $0.20 per share of its common stock. This dividend is payable on January 5, 2026, to shareholders of record as of December 31, 2025. Ameris Bancorp is the parent company of Ameris Bank, a state-chartered bank headquartered in Atlanta, Georgia, with operations in five southeastern states and $27.1 billion in assets. | Bullish | 2025-12-15 22:23:03 |
| BXMT | Blackstone Mortgage Trust, Inc. (NYSE: BXMT) announced a dividend of $0.47 per share of Class A common stock for the fourth quarter of 2025. This dividend is payable on January 15, 2026, to stockholders of record as of December 31, 2025. The company is a real estate finance firm focused on senior loans and debt investments in commercial real estate across North America, Europe, and Australia, aiming to generate attractive risk-adjusted returns primarily through dividends. | Bullish | 2025-12-15 22:23:03 |
| HRL | The Portnoy Law Firm has announced an investigation into potential securities fraud involving Hormel Foods Corporation (NYSE: HRL). This comes after Hormel's stock fell 9.1% on October 29, 2025, following a Wall Street Journal article that highlighted squeezed earnings due to price pressures, bird flu, and a fire at a peanut butter facility, alongside the departure of its CFO. The firm is encouraging affected investors to contact them to discuss their legal rights and potential class action. | Bearish | 2025-12-15 22:23:03 |
| MTD | Barclays has lowered its price target for Mettler-Toledo International (NYSE:MTD) from $1,600 to $1,550, while maintaining an "overweight" rating, suggesting a 9.57% upside. Despite this, analysts are split, with a consensus "Hold" rating and an average price target of $1,441.67. The company recently exceeded Q3 earnings expectations and provided strong FY2025 EPS guidance, although insiders have sold a significant amount of shares recently. | Bearish | 2025-12-15 22:23:03 |
| AMD | The article highlights that companies providing foundational technologies, rather than solely quantum computer builders, are poised for significant revenue growth as quantum computing moves from labs to commercial deployment by 2026. It identifies key "enablers" like Advanced Micro Devices (AMD), Teradyne (TER), Broadcom (AVGO), Applied Materials (AMAT), and Oracle (ORCL), detailing their specific contributions to the quantum ecosystem. These companies are involved in areas such as quantum-centric supercomputing, photonic integrated circuit testing, quantum-safe cryptography, advanced materials for quantum hardware, and secure enterprise cloud solutions. | Bullish | 2025-12-15 22:23:03 |
| COLM | Columbia Sportswear has renewed its partnership with USA Curling as the official uniform sponsor for the 2026 Winter Olympic Games, outfitting athletes and coaches across all national teams. The new uniforms feature a dark jersey with cascading stars, commemorating America's upcoming 250th anniversary of independence, and will include village wear insulated with Columbia’s Omni-Heat Infinity technology. Key pieces from the collection are available starting today through Columbia Sportswear and select Dick’s Sporting Goods stores. | Bullish | 2025-12-15 22:23:03 |
| SPY | The SPDR S&P 500 ETF Trust (SPY) experienced a slight decline of 0.15% on Monday, driven by a sell-off in technology and AI stocks due to valuation concerns, despite inflows of $446 million over five days. Key catalysts for this week include US economic data, central bank interest rate decisions, and major earnings reports. SPY currently holds a "Moderate Buy" rating with an implied upside potential of 17.24%, and an ETF Smart Score of eight, suggesting it may outperform the broader market long-term. | Bearish | 2025-12-15 22:23:03 |
| IT | Gartner Inc. (NYSE: IT) stocks rose by 5.33% due to strategic pivots, including their upcoming Finance Symposium/Xpo 2026 focusing on "Autonomous Finance" and AI's role in finance. While RBC adjusted Gartner's price target slightly lower to $250, the company demonstrates robust financial health with strong gross margins and strategic spending, alongside a shift in consumer preference towards tangible interactions necessitating marketing overhauls. | Bullish | 2025-12-15 22:23:03 |
| HRL | Hormel Foods (NYSE: HRL) and Forward Consumer Partners have finalized a transaction to establish Justin's as a standalone company. Under the agreement, Forward Consumer Partners will own 51% of Justin's, while Hormel Foods will retain a 49% stake. The brand's founder, Justin Gold, will return as a strategic advisor and board member, and Peter Burns will serve as the new CEO. | Bullish | 2025-12-15 22:23:03 |
| PYPL | PayPal (NASDAQ: PYPL) has applied to establish PayPal Bank, a Utah-chartered industrial loan company, with the Utah Department of Financial Institutions and the FDIC. This initiative aims to enhance U.S. small business lending, reduce reliance on third parties, and offer interest-bearing savings accounts, making customer deposits eligible for FDIC insurance if approved. Mara McNeill has been named President of the proposed bank, bringing over 25 years of financial services experience. | Bullish | 2025-12-15 22:23:03 |
| JPM | JPMorganChase (NYSE: JPM) has declared dividends on the outstanding shares of its Series CC preferred stock. The firm is a leading financial services provider with $4.6 trillion in assets as of September 30, 2025. Further information is available on JPMorganChase’s Investor Relations website. | Bullish | 2025-12-15 22:23:03 |
| PYPL | PayPal Holdings Inc. stock rose 1% in after-hours trading following a report that the company has applied for a US banking license. This strategic move, which involves applications to the Federal Deposit Insurance Corp. and the Utah Department of Financial Institutions, aims to form a Utah-chartered industrial loan company to enhance PayPal's small-business lending capabilities. CEO Alex Chriss highlighted that establishing "PayPal Bank" would strengthen their business, improve efficiency, and better support small-business growth and economic opportunities across the U.S. | Bullish | 2025-12-15 22:23:03 |
| BCC | Boise Cascade Company (NYSE: BCC) has completed its acquisition of Humphrey Company, Inc., operating as Holden Humphrey, a building materials distributor in Chicopee, Massachusetts. This move aims to strengthen Boise Cascade's distribution partnerships and expand product offerings in the northeast region. The acquisition was officially announced on December 15, 2025. | Bullish | 2025-12-15 22:23:03 |
| INTC | Intel Corp. has appointed Robin Colwell, a former Trump administration official, as its senior vice president of government affairs. In this role, Colwell will manage the chipmaker's interactions with policymakers and regulators. She previously served as deputy assistant to President Donald Trump and deputy director of the National Economic Council. | Bullish | 2025-12-15 22:23:03 |
| TSCO | Denmark, S.C., celebrated the groundbreaking of a new Tractor Supply store, marking a significant investment expected to bring growth and job creation to the rural community. The store, located on an 8-acre tract, will feature 20,000 square feet of indoor retail space and a large outdoor area. Tractor Supply anticipates hiring 30-35 employees for the new location, reinforcing its commitment to serving rural communities. | Bullish | 2025-12-15 22:23:03 |
| CF | Union Pacific has appointed W. Anthony “Tony” Will, the retiring CEO of CF Industries, to its board of directors, effective January 5. Will's appointment comes as Union Pacific and Norfolk Southern prepare to file their formal merger application with federal regulators. Union Pacific anticipates that Will's leadership and experience will be instrumental in the company's future endeavors. | Bullish | 2025-12-15 22:23:03 |
| DRI | Jefferies analyst Andy Barish maintained a "Hold" rating for Darden Restaurants (DRI) but lowered the price target from $210 to $200 on December 15, 2025. This adjustment reflects a series of recent price target reductions by other analysts for the restaurant operator, which boasts a portfolio of 11 brands including Olive Garden and LongHorn Steakhouse. Despite the lowered target, the average analyst target price of $218.84 still suggests an upside for DRI from its current price. | Bearish | 2025-12-15 22:23:03 |
| BDX | BD (Becton, Dickinson and Company) has expanded its respiratory and sexually transmitted infection (STI) diagnostics options in Europe. This expansion follows IVDR certification of two VIASURE assays developed by Certest Biotec for use on the BD MAX™ System, allowing for broad pathogen detection using a fully automated molecular platform. The new assays enable rapid and accurate detection of multiple respiratory viruses and STIs, providing timely information for treatment decisions. | Bullish | 2025-12-15 22:23:03 |
| ICE | The New York Stock Exchange announced it will commence delisting proceedings for the warrants of BARK, Inc. (BARK WS) due to "abnormally low selling price" levels. Trading in the warrants has been immediately suspended, though trading in BARK's common stock (BARK) will continue. BARK, Inc. has the right to appeal this determination by NYSE Regulation. | Bearish | 2025-12-15 22:23:03 |
| BX | A unanimous settlement has been reached regarding Blackstone Infrastructure's acquisition of TXNM Energy, specifically its Texas subsidiary TNMP. The agreement includes a $45.5 million rate credit for customers, strong governance with local oversight, financial protections, and commitments to maintain TNMP's Texas headquarters and workforce for at least three years. The settlement is awaiting approval from the Public Utility Commission of Texas, and planned hearings have been canceled. | Bullish | 2025-12-15 22:23:03 |
| PNR | Pentair plc announced an 8% increase in its quarterly cash dividend to $0.27 per share, marking its 50th consecutive year of dividend increases. The company also authorized a new $1 billion share repurchase program, which expires at the end of 2028. These actions reflect Pentair's commitment to returning capital to shareholders and confidence in its future performance. | Bullish | 2025-12-15 22:23:03 |
| C | Citigroup Inc. (NYSE: C) has completed the sale of approximately 25% of its equity stake in Grupo Financiero Banamex to a company owned by Fernando Chico Pardo and his family. This transaction aligns with Citigroup's strategy to divest its Banamex operations and focus on its institutional business in Mexico. The deal positions Chico Pardo as Banamex's largest private individual shareholder, though financial terms were not disclosed and an IPO decision for Banamex is pending market conditions and regulatory approvals. | Bullish | 2025-12-15 22:23:03 |
| RCL | Jefferies has maintained its "Hold" rating on Royal Caribbean (RCL) but lowered its price target from $286 to $275, reflecting a 3.85% decrease. This adjustment follows several similar actions by other financial institutions, including Goldman Sachs, Truist Securities, Wells Fargo, and UBS, signalling a cautious outlook for RCL amidst current market conditions. Despite the cautious sentiment, the average one-year price target from 24 analysts for RCL is $326.72, implying a 13.30% upside from its current price. | Bearish | 2025-12-15 22:23:03 |
| EOG | Roth Capital has reaffirmed its Neutral rating on EOG Resources (EOG) with a consistent price target of $114 per share, following discussions with sell-side analysts. The company projects stable to slightly increasing organic oil volumes by fiscal year 2026 and expresses optimism for higher natural gas prices in 2026. EOG Resources, a major player in oil and gas production, showcases robust financial health, fair valuation metrics, and strong institutional ownership despite analyst caution and sector-specific risks. | Bearish | 2025-12-15 22:23:03 |
| EBAY | Julie A. Loeger, SVP, Chief Growth Officer at eBay, sold 2,896 shares of common stock for $238,746 on December 11, 2025. This transaction leaves her with 55,990 directly owned shares. The sale comes amidst recent analyst upgrades for eBay and ongoing regulatory scrutiny regarding illicit goods and corrections to GMV guidance. | Bearish | 2025-12-15 22:23:03 |
| HRL | Hormel Foods Corporation and Forward Consumer Partners have completed a transaction to make Justin's a standalone company. Forward Consumer Partners will own 51% and Hormel Foods 49% of Justin's, with founder Justin Gold returning as a strategic advisor. The partnership aims to drive growth for the Justin's brand, known for its nut butters and organic chocolate confections. | Bullish | 2025-12-15 22:23:03 |
| PYPL | PayPal Holdings has applied to the FDIC and Utah's Department of Financial Institutions to form a Utah-chartered industrial loan company. This strategic move aims to significantly expand its lending services to small businesses, bolstering its financial offerings. | Bullish | 2025-12-15 22:23:03 |
| WM | Waste Management, Inc. has announced the approval of a new $3 billion stock buyback program, alongside plans for a dividend increase. This move reflects the company's commitment to returning value to shareholders and indicates a positive outlook on its financial performance. The news was reported by MT Newswires on December 15, 2025. | Bullish | 2025-12-15 22:23:03 |
| XOMA | XOMA Royalty Corporation (NASDAQ: XOMA) has agreed to acquire Generation Bio Co. (NASDAQ: GBIO) for $4.2913 per share in cash, plus contingent value rights (CVRs). The CVRs entitle Generation Bio stockholders to potential future payments from net cash, lease savings, proceeds from Generation Bio's Moderna collaboration, and any sale or out-license of Generation Bio's cell-targeted lipid nanoparticle (ctLNP) delivery platform. The acquisition will include a tender offer and is expected to close in February 2026. | Bullish | 2025-12-15 22:23:03 |
| ABCB | Ameris Bancorp (NYSE:ABCB) announced a quarterly dividend of $0.20 per share of common stock, payable on January 5, 2026, to shareholders of record as of December 31, 2025. This continues a 12-year streak of dividend payments, with the annual dividend at $0.80 per share, reflecting a 1.03% yield and 33.33% growth year-over-year. The company, which manages $27.1 billion in assets, also reported strong third-quarter 2025 results with earnings per share and revenue exceeding expectations despite a stock price decline influenced by broader market trends. | Bullish | 2025-12-15 22:23:03 |
| PNR | Pentair plc (NYSE:PNR) announced an 8% increase in its quarterly cash dividend to $0.27 per share, marking its 50th consecutive year of dividend increases, payable on February 6, 2026. This move aligns with Pentair's capital allocation strategy, supported by strong cash flow generation. The company also authorized a new $1 billion share repurchase program extending through December 31, 2028. | Bullish | 2025-12-15 22:23:03 |
| PNR | Pentair (NYSE:PNR) has announced an increase in its quarterly dividend by $0.27 per share. This move reflects the company's commitment to returning value to its shareholders. The new dividend rate will likely be detailed further in upcoming company announcements. | Bullish | 2025-12-15 22:23:03 |
| BCC | Boise Cascade Company (NYSE:BCC) has finalized its acquisition of Holden Humphrey, a two-step distributor of building materials. This strategic move aims to strengthen Boise Cascade's distribution partnerships and expand product lines for customers in the northeastern United States. Despite a year-to-date stock price decline, the wood products manufacturer continues its expansion efforts. | Bullish | 2025-12-15 22:23:03 |
| MCD | Edith Flatley, Executive Vice President - Global Chief Marketing Officer at McDonald's Corp (MCD), sold 658 shares of the company on December 12, 2025. This transaction follows a pattern where she has sold a total of 11,550 shares over the past year with no purchases. McDonald's Corp stock is currently trading at $315, with a price-to-GF-Value ratio of 1.01, indicating it is fairly valued. | Bearish | 2025-12-15 22:23:03 |
| BLDR | Builders FirstSource (BLDR) shares dropped 3.8% after Jefferies downgraded the stock to 'Hold' from 'Buy' and reduced its price target from $138 to $110, reflecting a more cautious outlook. This follows a previous 6.4% drop three months ago due to revised job market data suggesting economic concerns. The stock is down 26.4% year-to-date and trades significantly below its 52-week high. | Bearish | 2025-12-15 22:23:03 |
| CSGP | Shares of CoStar Group Inc. (CSGP) fell 6.57% on Monday, closing at $63.75, amid a downturn in the broader stock market. The company's stock underperformed as both the S&P 500 Index and Dow Jones Industrial Average also recorded slight declines. CoStar Group Inc. is now 34.57% below its 52-week high of $97.43, which occurred on August 5th. | Bearish | 2025-12-15 22:23:03 |
| ACAD | The US Food and Drug Administration has approved Acadia Pharmaceuticals’ Daybue Stix (trofinetide), a new dye and preservative-free powder formulation, for treating Rett syndrome in patients aged two years and older. This new formulation aims to offer greater flexibility in administration regarding taste and dosage volume, maintaining the same efficacy and safety profile as the existing Daybue oral solution. Daybue Stix will be available in limited quantities starting in the first quarter of 2026, with wider distribution expected early in the second quarter. | Bullish | 2025-12-15 22:23:03 |