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Growth stocks are attractive to many investors, as above-average financial growth helps these stocks easily grab the market's attention and produce exceptional returns. But finding a great growth stock is not easy at all.

By their very nature, these stocks carry above-average risk and volatility. Moreover, if a company's growth story is over or nearing its end, betting on it could lead to significant loss.

However, the Zacks Growth Style Score (part of the Zacks Style Scores system), which looks beyond the traditional growth attributes to analyze a company's real growth prospects, makes it pretty easy to find cutting-edge growth stocks.

Anheuser-Busch Inbev (BUD - Free Report) is on the list of such stocks currently recommended by our proprietary system. In addition to a favorable Growth Score, it carries a top Zacks Rank.

Studies have shown that stocks with the best growth features consistently outperform the market. And for stocks that have a combination of a Growth Score of A or B and a Zacks Rank #1 (Strong Buy) or 2 (Buy), returns are even better.

While there are numerous reasons why the stock of this brewer is a great growth pick right now, we have highlighted three of the most important factors below:

Earnings GrowthEarnings growth is arguably the most important factor, as stocks exhibiting exceptionally surging profit levels tend to attract the attention of most investors. And for growth investors, double-digit earnings growth is definitely preferable, and often an indication of strong prospects (and stock price gains) for the company under consideration.

While the historical EPS growth rate for Anheuser-Busch Inbev is 5%, investors should actually focus on the projected growth. The company's EPS is expected to grow 12.5% this year, crushing the industry average, which calls for EPS growth of -2.4%.

Cash Flow GrowthCash is the lifeblood of any business, but higher-than-average cash flow growth is more beneficial and important for growth-oriented companies than for mature companies. That's because, high cash accumulation enables these companies to undertake new projects without raising expensive outside funds.

Right now, year-over-year cash flow growth for Anheuser-Busch Inbev is 3.6%, which is higher than many of its peers. In fact, the rate compares to the industry average of 2.8%.

While investors should actually consider the current cash flow growth, it's worth taking a look at the historical rate too for putting the current reading into proper perspective. The company's annualized cash flow growth rate has been 8.6% over the past 3-5 years versus the industry average of 3%.

Promising Earnings Estimate RevisionsSuperiority of a stock in terms of the metrics outlined above can be further validated by looking at the trend in earnings estimate revisions. A positive trend is of course favorable here. Empirical research shows that there is a strong correlation between trends in earnings estimate revisions and near-term stock price movements.

The current-year earnings estimates for Anheuser-Busch Inbev have been revising upward. The Zacks Consensus Estimate for the current year has surged 1.4% over the past month.

Bottom LineWhile the overall earnings estimate revisions have made Anheuser-Busch Inbev a Zacks Rank #2 stock, it has earned itself a Growth Score of B based on a number of factors, including the ones discussed above.

You can see the complete list of today's Zacks #1 Rank (Strong Buy) stocks here.

This combination indicates that Anheuser-Busch Inbev is a potential outperformer and a solid choice for growth investors.

Key Takeaways AngioDynamics expanded EU NanoKnife use to liver, pancreas, kidney and prostate tumors.ANGO will launch the LIVER-IRE Global Registry to assess real-world liver tumor outcomes.Europe drives 28% of global IRE volumes, supporting NanoKnife's multi-organ growth strategy. AngioDynamics (ANGO - Free Report) recently announced expanded indications in Europe for its NanoKnife System, broadening its clinical utility in soft tissue tumor ablation. The expanded approval covers NanoKnife’s use for soft tissue ablation for tumors of the liver, pancreas, kidney and prostate, including intermediate-risk prostate cancer cases.

The broadened indications expand physician access to the NanoKnife System’s irreversible electroporation (IRE) technology across multiple high-value oncology applications, enhancing its utility in treating tumors that are challenging to remove or situated near vital anatomical structures.

Management noted that the NanoKnife prostate indication continues to see increasing clinical adoption, with the company focused on driving further global expansion. The recent European approval of additional organ indications highlights the broader clinical applicability of its IRE technology and reinforces NanoKnife’s positioning as a scalable platform for complex tumor ablation. The company aims to broaden physician access to differentiated technologies that meaningfully expand treatment options across multiple disease areas.

To support broader clinical adoption and longitudinal evidence generation, ANGO plans to launch the LIVER-IRE Global Registry in collaboration with Ajith Siriwardena at the University of Manchester. The prospective registry will assess real-world outcomes in patients treated with IRE for liver tumors, further expanding the clinical evidence base for multi-organ applications of the NanoKnife System.

Likely Trend of ANGO Stock Following the NewsShares of ANGO have gained 0.2% since the announcement on Thursday. Over the past six months, shares of the company have climbed 15.9% against the industry’s 3.6% decline. However, the S&P 500 has risen 9.4% during the same time frame.

In the long run, ANGO is positioned for significant growth following the European expansion of indications for its NanoKnife System. Broader approvals across liver, pancreas, kidney and prostate tumors significantly expand its addressable market and strengthen its multi-organ oncology platform. With Europe representing a sizable share of global IRE procedures and volumes continuing to rise, the company stands to benefit from higher physician adoption and recurring procedure growth. The launch of the LIVER-IRE Global Registry further reinforces clinical credibility, supporting long-term demand, competitive differentiation and revenue expansion across key international markets.

ANGO currently has a market capitalization of $462.46 million.

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More on the Expanded IndicationsUnlike conventional radiofrequency or microwave ablation technologies, the NanoKnife System leverages IRE, a non-thermal ablation modality that destroys tumor cells while preserving the structural integrity of blood vessels, bile ducts and nerves. This differentiated mechanism enhances its clinical utility in treating tumors situated within anatomically complex regions like the pancreas and liver.

Clinical evidence for the NanoKnife System’s IRE platform continues to build across multiple solid tumor indications. Data from prospective and multicenter trials indicate procedural success and promising clinical outcomes in metastatic colorectal cancer, as well as in liver, pancreatic, hepatocellular and renal malignancies. Comparative studies and real-world evidence have reinforced the technology’s safety and value in managing tumors located in sensitive regions.

Europe contributes about 28% of total global IRE procedure volumes, underscoring its significance within the overall addressable market. Annual worldwide IRE procedures are estimated to have exceeded 45,000, supported by increasing cancer prevalence, rising clinician adoption, continued improvements in image-guided delivery and sustained preference for minimally invasive treatment modalities.

Against this backdrop, the expanded indications enhance the NanoKnife System’s ability to capture incremental share within the European market and further solidify its positioning as a versatile, multi-organ tumor ablation platform.

Industry Prospects Favoring the MarketGoing by the data provided by Precedence Research, the tumor ablation market is valued at $2.47 billion in 2026 and is expected to witness a CAGR of 13.1% through 2035.

Factors like the rising demand for minimally and non-invasive therapies, the availability of advanced therapeutic options, the integration of image-guided techniques and the emergence of novel ablation methods are boosting the market’s growth.

Other NewsAngioDynamics, in collaboration with The PERT Consortium, recently announced the launch of the ALPHA-PE Research Fund, an investigator-initiated program supporting independent research in pulmonary embolism (PE). PE impacts 1 in 1,000 individuals annually and is associated with over 50,000 deaths per year in the United States, highlighting the need for continued clinical innovation. The ALPHA-PE Research Fund aims to address evidence gaps in PE management by funding physician-led, real-world studies to generate clinical data and inform treatment strategies.

During the second quarter, the FDA approved ANGO’s IDE application for the APEX-Return pivotal trial evaluating the AlphaReturn Blood Management System in combination with the AlphaVac F1885 MMA System for acute PE.

The FDA also approved the IDE for the PAVE (Percutaneous AngioVac Vegetation Extraction) pilot study, a prospective, single-arm, multicenter feasibility trial enrolling up to 30 patients across six U.S. sites. The study will evaluate the AngioVac System for the percutaneous removal of right heart vegetation in patients with right-sided infective endocarditis, targeting a high-risk population with limited treatment options.

ANGO received 510(k) clearance for a modified AlphaVac F1885 System with expanded indications, allowing aspiration and contrast/fluid injection. The updated sheath facilitates endovascular device insertion while minimizing blood loss.

ANGO’s Zacks Rank & Other Key PicksCurrently, ANGO flaunts Zacks Rank #1 (Strong Buy).

Some other top-ranked stocks from the broader medical space are Intuitive Surgical (ISRG - Free Report) , Veracyte (VCYT - Free Report) and Cardinal Health (CAH - Free Report) .

Intuitive Surgical, sporting a Zacks Rank #1 at present, reported fourth-quarter 2025 adjusted earnings per share (EPS) of $2.53, beating the Zacks Consensus Estimate by 12.4%. Revenues of $2.87 billion surpassed the Zacks Consensus Estimate by 4.7%. You can see the complete list of today’s Zacks #1 Rank stocks here.

ISRG has an estimated long-term earnings growth rate of 15.7% compared with the industry’s 13% rise. The company beat earnings estimates in the trailing four quarters, the average surprise being 13.2%.

Veracyte, currently carrying a Zacks Rank #2 (Buy), reported a third-quarter 2025 adjusted EPS of 51 cents, which surpassed the Zacks Consensus Estimate by 59.4%. Revenues of $131.8 million beat the Zacks Consensus Estimate by 5.5%.

VCYT has an estimated earnings recession rate of 3% for 2026 compared with the industry’s 17.4% rise. The company beat earnings estimates in the trailing four quarters, the average surprise being 45.1%.

Cardinal Health, currently carrying a Zacks Rank #2, reported a second-quarter fiscal 2026 adjusted EPS of $2.63, which surpassed the Zacks Consensus Estimate by 10%. Revenues of $65.6 billion beat the Zacks Consensus Estimate by 0.9%.

CAH has an estimated long-term earnings growth rate of 15% compared with the industry’s 9.4% rise. The company beat earnings estimates in the trailing four quarters, the average surprise being 9.3%.

Vulcan Materials commands a persistent valuation premium, justified by market leadership, strong assets, and exposure to high-growth US states. VMC benefits from robust public infrastructure and non-residential construction spending, particularly in the South and West, supporting multi-year growth. Despite exemplary management and a sound balance sheet, VMC's low yield and aggressive buybacks limit capital return appeal at current valuations.

Key Takeaways Lumentum shares surged 98.5% in a month, beating the sector and peers. LITE faces tight laser supply but has backlog over $400M and new CPO orders into 2027. Lumentum guides Q3 FY26 revenues of $780-$830M and 30-31% operating margin. Lumentum Holdings (LITE - Free Report) shares have surged 98.5% over the past month, outperforming the Zacks Computer and Technology sector’s drop of 2.9% and the Zacks Communications Components industry’s surge of 52.3%. The stock has outperformed competitors including Coherent (COHR - Free Report) , Marvell Technology (MRVL - Free Report) and Ciena (CIEN - Free Report) over the same timeframe. Shares of Coherent and Ciena jumped 27.6% and 46.1%, respectively. However, Marvell shares dropped 3.9%.

LITE’s prospects ride on accelerating AI-driven optics upgrades, momentum in optical circuit switches (OCS), and co-packaged optics (CPO), moving from roadmap to contracted pipeline. However, the question that arises in investors' minds is: Can Lumentum turn demand into on-time shipments while protecting pricing and expanding margins as product mix shifts to higher-value lanes, systems and next-generation architectures? Let’s find out.

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Supply Lags Demand: Will LITE Pick Up the Pace?Supply is structurally tight in indium phosphide electro-absorption modulated lasers, with Lumentum under shipping demand by roughly 25-30% and capacity fully spoken for under long-term laser agreements through calendar 2027. Those agreements prioritize allocation and stabilize pricing, while incremental volumes above contracted levels are negotiated at a premium.

The capacity plan is ambitious. Lumentum front-loaded more than half of its planned 40% expansion in the December 2025 quarter and expects to slightly exceed that plan, with additional capacity extending into the second half of calendar 2026 and early 2027 across Sagamihara, Caswell and Takao.

Execution is the watch item. Front-end and back-end footprints remained tight in the second quarter of fiscal 2026, prompting accelerated contract manufacturing, factory reconfiguration and added external leadership to speed outsourcing. Management also highlighted that optical circuit switching deliveries depend on avoiding unforeseen manufacturing or supply chain disruptions, which makes timing and logistics central to the revenue story.

Higher-Value Lanes and Systems to Lift LITE’s MarginsThe margin thesis hinges on mix and economics. Module-level margins at 1.6T are described as significantly better than 800G, with profitability improving on yields and scrap. In parallel, vertical integration of continuous-wave lasers for Lumentum’s own 1.6T modules is expected to further lift module margins as it comes online around late fiscal second quarter to early fiscal third quarter.

Systems are becoming more meaningful as optical circuit switching moves beyond initial shipments. Optical circuit switch shipments began in the first quarter of fiscal 2026 and exceeded $10 million in the second quarter of fiscal 2026, three months ahead of plan, supporting the view that execution has de-risked and customer uptake is broadening.

The proof point is already visible in the guidance. Lumentum guided third-quarter fiscal 2026 revenue of $780-$830 million and an operating margin of 30-31%.

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Improving Visibility Bodes Well for LITE’s 2027 ProspectOCS provides a multi-quarter backlog signal. The order backlog has surged well past $400 million, with the majority scheduled for shipment in the second half of calendar 2026. That timing matters because it aligns with the period when systems mix is expected to contribute more meaningfully.

CPO adds a second layer of visibility. In the second quarter of fiscal 2026, Lumentum disclosed a new multi-hundred-million-dollar purchase order tied to CPO lasers, with deliveries scheduled for the first half of calendar 2027, while also reiterating a material shipment inflection for ultra-high-power chips in the second half of calendar 2026.

Content per system is another lever. Management is evaluating external light source modules that could increase revenue content per system to roughly 2.0x to 2.5x versus lasers alone, expanding the addressable content as architectures evolve.

Here’s Why LITE is a Buy Right NowLumentum’s bright prospects are reflected in positive estimate revisions. The Zacks Consensus Estimate for fiscal 2026 earnings is currently pegged at $7.63 per share, up 32.5% over the past 30 days. The company reported year-ago quarter earnings of $2.06 per share.

LITE is currently trading at a premium, as suggested by the Value Score of F. In terms of price/sales (P/S), Lumentum is trading at 11.71X higher than the broader sector’s 6.48X, Coherent’s 5.83X, Marvell’s 6.8X, and Ciena’s 7.69X.

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The premium valuation is justified, given Lumentum’s improving prospects driven by OCS and CPO adoption and expanding margin profile. These factors make the stock attractive for investors.

Currently, Lumentum Sports a Zacks Rank #1 (Strong Buy). You can see the complete list of today’s Zacks #1 Rank stocks here.

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SummaryInvesco Senior Income Trust offers a 13.94% yield, but its distribution is unsustainable amid declining net asset value and falling floating-rate income.VVR's portfolio is heavily concentrated in variable-rate senior loans, with high leverage and significant exposure to junk-rated debt, amplifying risk.The fund has consistently failed to cover its distributions with net investment income, resulting in a 14.63% NAV decline over two years.With further Fed rate cuts likely, VVR's income and NAV face continued pressure; I recommend avoiding VVR until distributions align with sustainable income.Looking for a helping hand in the market? Members of Energy Profits in Dividends get exclusive ideas and guidance to navigate any climate. Learn More » PM Images/DigitalVision via Getty Images

The Invesco Senior Income Trust (VVR) is a closed-end fund that aims to provide its owners with a very high level of current income. The fund seemingly does very well at this task, as it

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SAN FRANCISCO, Feb. 23, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- AI/R today announced the availability of Llia in the Microsoft Marketplace, the unified online destination for customers to buy trusted cloud solutions, AI apps, and agents to meet their business needs. AI/R’s customers can now discover and deploy trusted solutions through Microsoft Marketplace, with smooth integration and streamlined management across Microsoft Azure and other Microsoft products.

A reference in Agentic AI applied to software engineering and digital acceleration, AI/R now expands its reach within the Microsoft ecosystem with the availability of Llia, its intelligent AI agent designed to transform recruitment operations. Llia leverages advanced language models, autonomous workflows, and native integration with corporate systems to evaluate candidates, automate screenings, generate insights, and substantially reduce time-to-hire. Companies using Llia report hiring cycles up to three times faster and recruitment costs reduced by as much as 80%, while improving candidate and recruiter experience through streamlined, always‑available AI‑driven interactions.

“The arrival of Llia on the Microsoft Marketplace marks an important milestone in AI/R’s mission to democratize high‑impact Agentic AI. Llia was engineered to solve one of the most critical challenges organizations face—hiring better and faster—and now it is available in a secure, trusted, and fully integrated Microsoft environment. We’re excited to empower even more companies around the world with this capability,” says Alexis Rockenbach, Global CEO of AI/R.

“Microsoft Marketplace helps organizations and partners move faster, work smarter, and grow by connecting them with the right solutions—all in one trusted place,” said Cyril Belikoff, vice president, Microsoft Azure Product Marketing. “We’re happy to welcome AI/R’s solution to the growing Microsoft Marketplace ecosystem.”

Microsoft Marketplace is a single destination to find, try, and buy trusted cloud solutions, AI apps, and agents to meet your business objectives. Choose from a growing collection of solutions tailored to your unique needs, available both in Marketplace and directly within Microsoft products.

About AI/R
AI/R, headquartered in California, is an Agentic AI Software Engineering company that combines its ecosystem of highly specialized technology brands, proprietary AI platforms, and strategic partner platforms to amplify human intelligence and drive a revolution across industries, setting efficient standards for innovation and business productivity. By embedding AI into every aspect of its operations, AI/R’s mission is to make the AI revolution a revolution for everyone, empowering human talent while raising the bar for digital transformation. Let's breathe in the future.

Milena Buarque Lopes Bandeira, [email protected]  

Key Takeaways DPZ's Q4 revenues rose 6.4% to $1.54B, beat estimates, and shares jumped 5.6% premarket.Domino's posted 392 net store openings and 4.9% global retail sales growth in Q4.DPZ gross margin expanded 50 bps, while FY25 revenues hit $4.94B with higher net income. Domino's Pizza, Inc. (DPZ - Free Report) reported fourth-quarter fiscal 2025 results with earnings missing the Zacks Consensus Estimate but increasing on a year-over-year basis. However, total revenues surpassed the estimate and increased from the prior year's reported figure. Following the announcement, the company’s shares gained 5.6% in the pre-market trading session.

Domino’s fourth-quarter results were underpinned by robust top-line momentum, franchise-led expansion and effective operating leverage. This performance was further bolstered by growth in operating income, driven by higher franchise royalties, increased fees and enhanced gross margin dollars within the company’s supply chain. Furthermore, the company successfully scaled its global footprint through consistent net new store openings throughout the quarter.

Management emphasized that DPZ’s strategic consistency and execution excellence position it to capture additional QSR pizza market share globally in 2025 and beyond, while expanding long-term value for franchisees and shareholders.

DPZ's Q4 Earnings & Revenue DiscussionIn the quarter under discussion, Domino's reported adjusted earnings per share (EPS) of $5.35, missing the Zacks Consensus Estimate of $5.38. The bottom line rose 9.4% from $4.89 reported in the year-ago quarter.

Revenues of $1,535.7 million beat the consensus mark of $1,516 million. Moreover, the top line increased 6.4% on a year-over-year basis. This upside is driven by strong contributions from U.S. franchise royalties and fees and higher supply-chain revenues.

In fourth-quarter fiscal 2025, Domino's had 392 net store openings.

DPZ’s Other MetricsGlobal retail sales (excluding foreign currency impact) rose 4.9% on a year-over-year basis. This upside was driven by a year-over-year increase in international (4.5%) and U.S. store sales (5.5%).

Comps at Domino’s domestic stores (including company-owned and franchise stores) rose 3.7% year over year. We estimated the metric to increase 2.5% year over year.

At domestic company-owned stores, Domino’s comps increased 2.7% compared with the 0.7% decline reported a year ago. We estimated the metric to increase 1.3% year over year.

Domestic franchise store comps rose 3.7% compared with a 0.5% increase reported in the prior-year quarter. We estimated the metric to increase 2.5% year over year.

Comps at international stores, excluding foreign currency translation, rose 0.7% compared with a 2.7% improvement reported in the prior-year quarter. We estimated the metric to increase 0.1% year over year.

DPZ’s Q4 MarginsIn the fiscal fourth quarter, Domino’s gross margin expanded 50 basis points (bps) year over year to 39.7%. However, the U.S. company-owned store gross margin contracted 540 bps year over year to 10.1%. This downside can be attributed to the increase in the company’s food basket pricing to stores, higher insurance costs and higher wage costs.

Balance Sheet of DPZAs of Dec. 28, 2025, cash and cash equivalents totaled $125.7 million compared with $186.1 million as of Dec. 29, 2024. Long-term debt (less current portion) at the end of the fiscal fourth quarter totaled $4.81 billion compared with $3.83 billion reported in the previous quarter. Inventory amounted to $79.2 million compared with $70.9 million as of Dec. 31, 2024.

Capital expenditure at the end of the fiscal fourth quarter totaled $120.6 million, up from $112.9 million reported in the prior-year quarter.

During the reported quarter, the company repurchased 188,526 shares for an aggregate cost of $80 million. As of Dec. 28, 2025, DPZ stated the availability of $459.7 million under its repurchase program.

Management declared a cash dividend of $1.99 per share. The dividend will be paid on March 30, 2026, to its shareholders of record as of March. 15.

DPZ’s 2025 HighlightsTotal revenues for 2025 came in at $4.94 billion compared with $4.71 billion reported in 2024.

Net income in 2025 came in at $601.7 million compared with $584.2 million reported in 2024.

In 2025, adjusted EPS came in at $17.57 compared with $16.69 reported in the previous year.

DPZ’s Zacks Rank & Key PicksDomino's currently carries a Zacks Rank #3 (Hold).

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Expedia Group, Inc. (EXPE - Free Report) flaunts a Zacks Rank of 1 (Strong Buy) at present. The company delivered a trailing four-quarter earnings surprise of 3%, on average. EXPE stock has declined 11.9% in the past six months. You can see the complete list of today’s Zacks #1 Rank stocks here.

The Zacks Consensus Estimate for EXPE’s 2026 sales and EPS indicates growth of 7.5% and 20.7%, respectively, from the prior-year levels.

Brinker International (EAT - Free Report) presently sports a Zacks Rank #1. The company delivered a trailing four-quarter earnings surprise of 8.2%, on average. EAT stock has lost 9.1% in the past six months.

The Zacks Consensus Estimate for Brinker’s fiscal 2026 sales and EPS indicates growth of 7.9% and 19.8%, respectively, from the year-ago period’s levels.

Dillard's (DDS - Free Report) carries a Zacks Rank #2 (Buy) at present. The company delivered a trailing four-quarter earnings surprise of 26.5%, on average. DDS stock has climbed 17.9% in the past six months.

The Zacks Consensus Estimate for Dillard’s fiscal 2026 sales indicates growth of 1.1%, while EPS indicates a decline of 9.4% from the year-ago period’s levels.

LONDON, ENGLAND - MARCH 17: A general view of the Uber logo on March 17, 2021 in London, England. Uber has agreed to classify its British drivers as workers. (Photo by Hollie Adams/Getty Images)

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Our multi-factor evaluation indicates that it might be the right moment to acquire more shares of UBER stock. Overall, we hold a favorable outlook on the stock, and a target price of $96 is potentially attainable. We think there are merely a few concerns regarding UBER stock considering its overall Strong operating performance and financial stability. Given the stock's Moderate valuation, we assess it to be Attractive.

Below is our analysis:

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Let’s delve into details of each of the assessed factors but first, a quick background: With $153 Bil in market capitalization, Uber Technologies offers technology-driven ride-sharing, delivery, and freight services linking consumers with independent service providers across various global regions.

[1] Valuation Appears Moderate

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This table illustrates how UBER is valued compared to the broader market. For more information see: UBER Valuation Ratios

[2] Growth Is Very Strong

Uber Technologies has experienced its top line grow at an average rate of 17.7% over the past 3 yearsIts revenues have increased 18% from $44 Bil to $52 Bil over the last 12 monthsMoreover, its quarterly revenues rose 20.1% to $14 Bil in the latest quarter from $12 Bil a year prior.UBER

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[3] Profitability Appears Moderate

UBER's operating income for the last 12 months was $5.6 Bil, indicating an operating margin of 10.7%With a cash flow margin of 19.4%, it generated nearly $10 Bil in operating cash flow over this time frameDuring the same period, UBER achieved nearly $10 Bil in net income, suggesting a net margin of approximately 19.3%UBER

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This table outlines how UBER's profitability compares to the broader market. For more information see: UBER Operating Income Comparison

[4] Financial Stability Appears Very Strong

UBER Debt was $12 Bil at the conclusion of the most recent quarter, while its current Market Cap is $153 Bil. This indicates a Debt-to-Equity Ratio of 7.9%UBER Cash (including cash equivalents) represents $7.6 Bil of $62 Bil in total Assets. This results in a Cash-to-Assets Ratio of 12.4%UBER

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[5] Downturn Resilience Appears Very Weak

UBER has performed considerably worse than the S&P 500 index during several economic downturns. This evaluation is based on both (a) the extent to which the stock declined, and (b) the speed at which it recovered.

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UBER stock decreased by 67.6% from its peak of $63.18 on 10 February 2021 to $20.46 on 30 June 2022, compared to a peak-to-trough drop of 25.4% for the S&P 500.Nevertheless, the stock fully bounced back to its pre-Crisis peak by 27 December 2023Since then, the stock reached a high of $100.10 on 6 October 2025, and is currently priced at $73.86UBER

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UBER stock dropped 64.1% from its high of $41.27 on 11 February 2020 to $14.82 on 18 March 2020, versus a peak-to-trough decline of 33.9% for the S&P 500.However, the stock fully regained its pre-Crisis peak by 5 November 2020UBER

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For many cryptocurrency market participants, it’s difficult, if not impossible to put a positive spin on this year’s price action. For those that feel as though bitcoin and friends do nothing but decline, rest assure, you’re not alone. There’s no denying that positive cryptocurrency news has been hard to come by this year. However, that doesn’t mean that negativity is a permanent condition. It’s not. Actually, investors looking for some positivity in the digital currency realm don’t need to search far. The inklings of altcoin good vibes may be arriving.

That said, the actively managed CoinShares Altcoins ETF (DIME) shouldn’t be ignored. A case can be made that the ETF merits near-term consideration.

Altcoins May Be Getting Interesting There’s no getting around the fact that altcoin price action has been weak this year. However, investors considering DIME may want to dig deeper. Some interesting things are percolating below the altcoin surface.

“This quiet change in dominance is reflected in the OTHERS D index. At the beginning of 2026, dominance was sitting below the 5% mark,” reported Bitcoinist. “Since then, however, the metric has steadily climbed, recently pushing above 7%. The latest biweekly candlestick now places dominance at approximately 7.6%, bringing it right up against a descending resistance trendline that capped a previous breakout attempt.”

Translation: While price action belies it, there’s some evidence of crypto market participants moving into altcoins, including some of the marquee coins found in DIME. Potentially adding to the case for the ETF are chart indicators pointing to the OTHERS D Index gradually shaking out of oversold conditions. More confirmation of that move could propel altcoins. However, there are other considerations.

“At the time of writing, Bitcoin has a market dominance of 58.1%. A decisive Bitcoin breakout could cause the OTHERS D to dwindle a bit longer, but the expectation is that alts will still outperform BTC regardless. Once this level of dominance is taken, then it would confirm on all major time frames for the next couple of months when the altcoin niche is expected to outperform Bitcoin,” according to Bitcoinist.

Yes, there are moving parts to the altcoin bull case. Still, all rebounds start somewhere. It appears that some of the ingredients are coming together that could spark some near-term upside for DIME.

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Sigma Lithium's Co-Chairperson and CEO, Ana Cabral, to present at the 2026 BMO Global Metals, Mining & Critical Minerals Conference, followed by a fireside chat with leading lithium research analyst Joel Jackson.Company provides updated production guidance reflecting continued operational optimization and mining scale-up activities.Success achieved with commercial initiatives led to resumption of planning for Phase 2 civil construction and equipment ordering during 2026.Production guidance as follows:12 months annualized forward production: 240,000 tonnes24 months annualized forward production: 520,000 tonnesSão Paulo, Brazil--(Newsfile Corp. - February 23, 2026) - Sigma Lithium Corporation (TSXV: SGML) (NASDAQ: SGML) (BVMF: S2GM34), ("Sigma Lithium" or "the Company"), a leading global lithium producer dedicated to powering the next generation of electric batteries with socially and environmentally sustainable lithium concentrate, announces that the Company's Co-Chairperson and CEO, Ana Cabral, is scheduled to present at the 2026 BMO Global Metals, Mining & Critical Minerals Conference on Tuesday, February 24, 2026, at 9:30 am ET.

The Co-Chairperson and CEO and the Company's VP of Global Investor Relations will join the conference from February 23 to 24. Sigma Lithium would like to invite investors to please kindly contact your BMO representative to participate in one-on-one meetings with management and join the presentation in person or remotely.

The presentation will include an operational update, and the Company's run-rate 12-month lithium oxide concentrate production guidance, as follows:

Table 1

Guidance for Production Volumes and Costs per Tonne (US$/t)Estimated 12 Month Period
(Phase 1 Only)Estimated
FY2027E
(Phases
1 & 2)Production Volumes220,000270,000520,000CIF China Cash Cost (440)(440)(440)Maintenance Capex + Other Expenses(12)(12)(12)ESG, G&A Expenses(80)(80)(32)Interest Expenses(67)(67)(27)All-In Sustaining Cost(599)(599)(511)Cash Flow Forecasts at Various Realized Lithium Prices (US$ M)*

Cash Flow @ US$1,000/t$78$96$225Cash Flow @ US$1,400/t$156$191$408Cash Flow @ US$1,800/t$233$286$592*Prices used to calculate cash flow are grade adjusted.Sigma Lithium continues to focus on operational excellence, disciplined cost management and scalable growth, supported by its sustainability-driven operating model in Brazil.

QUALIFIED PERSONS

The qualified person (QP) for the technical information contained herein is Mr. Alexandre Rodrigues Cabral, P. Eng., member of the Ordre des Ingenieurs du Quebec (OIQ, membership number 105796), who is considered, by virtue of his education, experience and professional association, a Qualified Person under the terms of NI 43-101. Mr. Cabral is not considered an independent QP under NI 43-101 as he is a Sigma Lithium Director and Chair of the Company's Technical Committee.

ABOUT SIGMA LITHIUM

Sigma Lithium Corporation (NASDAQ: SGML) (TSXV: SGML) (BVMF: S2GM34), ("Sigma Lithium" or "the Company"), is a leading global lithium producer dedicated to powering the next generation of electric batteries with socially and environmentally sustainable lithium oxide concentrate.

The Company operates one of the world's largest lithium production sites at its Grota do Cirilo operation in Brazil. Sigma Lithium is at the forefront of environmental and social sustainability in the electric battery materials supply chain. The Company's Greentech Industrial Plant combines dry stacking, the reuse of 100% of water, zero use of toxic chemicals and the use of 100% renewable electricity. For more than two years Sigma Lithium has not experienced an accident with lost time.

Sigma Lithium currently has a nameplate capacity to produce 270,000 tonnes of lithium oxide concentrate on an annualized basis at its mine and state-of-the-art Greentech Industrial Plant. The Company has initiated the construction of a second plant to increase its production capacity to 520,000 tonnes. For more information about Sigma Lithium, visit our website

FORWARD-LOOKING STATEMENTS

This news release includes certain "forward-looking information" under applicable Canadian and U.S. securities legislation, including but not limited to statements relating to timing and costs related to the general business and operational outlook of the Company, the environmental footprint of tailings and positive ecosystem impact relating thereto, donation and upcycling of tailings, timing and quantities relating to tailings and Green Lithium, achievements and projections relating to the Zero Tailings strategy, achievement of ramp-up volumes, production estimates and the operational status of the Grota do Cirilo Project, and other forward-looking information. All statements that address future plans, activities, events, estimates, expectations or developments that the Company believes, expects or anticipates will or may occur is forward-looking information, including statements regarding the potential development of mineral resources and mineral reserves which may or may not occur. Forward-looking information contained herein is based on certain assumptions regarding, among other things: general economic and political conditions; the stable and supportive legislative, regulatory and community environment in Brazil; demand for lithium, including that such demand is supported by growth in the electric vehicle market; the Company's market position and future financial and operating performance; the Company's estimates of mineral resources and mineral reserves, including whether mineral resources will ever be developed into mineral reserves; and the Company's ability to operate its mineral projects including that the Company will not experience any materials or equipment shortages, any labour or service provider outages or delays or any technical issues. Although management believes that the assumptions and expectations reflected in the forward-looking information are reasonable, there can be no assurance that these assumptions and expectations will prove to be correct. Forward-looking information inherently involves and is subject to risks and uncertainties, including but not limited to that the market prices for lithium may not remain at current levels; and the market for electric vehicles and other large format batteries currently has limited market share and no assurances can be given for the rate at which this market will develop, if at all, which could affect the success of the Company and its ability to develop lithium operations. There can be no assurance that such statements will prove to be accurate, as actual results and future events could differ materially from those anticipated in such statements. Accordingly, readers should not place undue reliance on forward-looking information. The Company disclaims any intention or obligation to update or revise any forward-looking information, whether because of new information, future events or otherwise, except as required by law. For more information on the risks, uncertainties and assumptions that could cause our actual results to differ from current expectations, please refer to the current annual information form of the Company and other public filings available under the Company's profile at www.sedarplus.com.

Neither the TSX Venture Exchange nor its Regulation Services Provider (as that term is defined in the policies of the TSX Venture Exchange) accepts responsibility for the adequacy or accuracy of this news release.

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  Vancouver, BC – TheNewswire - February 23, 2026  – Uniserve Communications Corporation (the “Company” or “Uniserve”) (TSXV: USS), a leading provider of managed IT, ISP, cloud, data centre services and technology services, wishes to announce that it has entered into a Letter of Intent dated as of February 19, 2026 to acquire the shares and/or assets of  an Ontario based Managed Service Provider ( the “MSP”) that is focused on providing a full stack  of services to customers. The MSP offers security and value-added reseller services in addition to traditional managed IT services.

  “The acquisition of this MSP will further enhance the depth of services that Uniserve will deliver and continue to enhance our Ontario operations and will further support the growth of Uniserve’s recurring revenue-based service offerings and consolidate our ability to provide these services in Ontario.  As Canadian businesses continue their digital transformations, we are working to build our future ready digital infrastructure to help these businesses navigate this challenging landscape. We expect this acquisition to bring approximately $2.1M in top line sales, expected EBITDA of $600,000 and critically skilled talent to the organization.” said Kwin Grauer Interim CEO of Uniserve.

  The transaction is subject to the parties entering into a Definitive Agreement. On closing, the purchase price of such transaction is expected to be CAD $1,300,000, payable $1,000,000 in cash, $300,000 will be paid at Closing by delivery of a convertible note expiring 3 years from the date of closing (the “Note”). The Note will be convertible into common shares of the Company at $0.80 per share during year one, and $0.90 per share during year two and $1.00 thereafter to the date of expiration.  Interest will accrue on the balance owing under the Note at 7% per annum, calculated and to be paid to the noteholder by the Company monthly. The Company will not be assuming any long-term debt of the MSP. The MSP and its shareholders are arm’s length to the Company. No finder’s fees will be paid by the Company in connection with the transaction, and the transaction will not result in a change of control.

  This transaction is dependent on and anticipates the execution of a definitive agreement within 30 days and is subject to further due diligence conducted by the Company, final approval of the Company’s Board of Directors and the approval of the TSX Venture Exchange.

        About Uniserve

  Uniserve delivers secure, reliable, and customized IT solutions that power your business forward. With offices in Vancouver, Calgary, and Waterloo, Uniserve provides a full suite of services across three core verticals: Data Centre Solutions, Managed IT Services, and Business Internet. Our data centre infrastructure ensures maximum uptime, security, and scalability - so when your IT runs right, your people and your business thrive.

  This news release was prepared on behalf of the Board of Directors, which accepts full responsibility for its contents.

  Learn more at www.uniserve.com or at www.sedarplus.ca.

   Kwin Grauer

Chairman of the Board

Interim CEO

  For more information please call 604-395-3961 or email [email protected].

  Neither TSX Venture Exchange nor its Regulations Services Provider (as the term is defined in the policies of the TSX Venture Exchange) accepts responsibility for the adequacy or accuracy of this release. Management has prepared this release and no regulatory authority has approved or disapproved the information contained herein. The statements contained in this news release that are not historical facts are forward looking statements. Such statements are based on management’s estimates, assumptions and projections using available information. Uniserve cautions that actual financial results could differ materially from the current expectations due to a number of factors.

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Markets have started the week on rocky footing. The Dow Jones is off 1.3% as of 1:45 p.m. ET in Monday trading, but real estate stocks are holding in relatively well.

Looking at last week, real estate stocks had a quietly constructive week while the broader market barely moved. The S&P 500, as tracked by SPY, gained just 0.15% for the week ending February 20, and the Nasdaq 100 via QQQ was essentially flat, slipping 0.06%. REITs found modest footing, with several names outpacing the index on strong recent earnings and a stable interest rate environment.

The 10-year Treasury yield, the single most important variable for REIT valuations, ticked up just 4 basis points over the week, settling at 4.08% – well below the May 2025 peak of 4.58%. The relative stability gave income-oriented real estate names room to breathe. The yield curve remains positively sloped, with the 10Y-2Y spread at 0.60%.

Ticker Company Subsector Weekly Change Current Price SPG Simon Property Group Retail REIT +1.85% $200.48 O Realty Income Net Lease REIT +1.79% $66.84 PLD Prologis Industrial REIT +1.04% $140.42 WELL Welltower Healthcare REIT -0.35% $209.99 AMT American Tower Communications Infrastructure REIT -0.68% $190.79 Simon Property Group Extends Its Post-Earnings Momentum Simon Property was the week’s top performer, adding nearly 1.9% to push above $200 per share. The catalyst traces back to Q4 2025 earnings reported on February 2, 2026, which the market has been digesting ever since.

Simon posted record full-year Real Estate FFO of $4.8 billion in 2025 and returned $3.5 billion to shareholders. For 2026, management guided to Real Estate FFO of $13.00 to $13.25 per diluted share. CEO David Simon was direct:

In 2025, we generated record Real Estate Funds From Operations of $4.8 billion and returned a remarkable $3.5 billion to our shareholders.

— David Simon, CEO, Simon Property Group

Simon declared a Q1 2026 dividend of $2.20 per share, a 4.8% increase year-over-year, payable March 31, 2026. Domestic property NOI rose 4.8% and portfolio NOI grew 5.1%, signaling premium mall traffic is holding up. The company also completed 23 significant redevelopment projects in 2025.

Shares are up a little more than 9% year-to-date.

Realty Income Quietly Climbs as Dividend Investors Return Realty Income added about 1.8% on the week, continuing a recovery that has the stock up roughly 19% year-to-date after spending much of 2025 under pressure from elevated rates.

The most recent earnings data covers Q3 2025, filed November 3, 2025 — Q4 2025 results have not yet been reported. In Q3, revenue came in at $1.47 billion, beating estimates of $1.40 billion, with AFFO of $1.08 per share. CEO Sumit Roy guided full-year 2025 AFFO to $4.25 to $4.27 per share.

However, investors won’t have to wait long for Realy Income’s next earnings report. The company’s Q4 earnings will be announced tomorrow after the bell. Wall Street expects rental revenue of $1.392 billion. Overall, GAAP earnings are expected to hit $1.22 for 2025, a solid jump form 2024’s $.98 in EPS.

With the 10-year yield stabilizing near 4.08% after peaking at 4.29% in early February, net lease REITs like Realty Income benefit directly — they trade almost like long-duration bonds. The monthly dividend stands at $0.807 per share. Q4 2025 earnings remain the next major catalyst.

Welltower Consolidates After a Strong Earnings Month Welltower slipped less than 0.4% this week — a breather after a strong run. The stock is up more than 13% year-to-date.

Welltower reported Q4 2025 earnings on February 10, 2026, posting normalized FFO of $1.45 per share, a 28.3% increase year-over-year. The seniors housing operating portfolio posted same-store NOI growth of 20.4%. For 2026, management guided to normalized FFO of $6.09 to $6.25 per share and blended SSNOI growth of 11.25% to 15.75%.

Both S&P and Moody’s upgraded Welltower’s credit rating alongside that report — S&P to A- and Moody’s to A3. The company raised its quarterly dividend 10.4% to $0.74 per share, with an ex-dividend date of February 25, 2026. Analysts carry a consensus target of $223 on the stock.

Looking ahead, the key watch items are Realty Income’s pending Q4 2025 earnings and any Federal Reserve commentary that could shift rate expectations. For now, the REIT sector appears to have found stable footing: rates have pulled back from early-February highs, earnings have been strong, and dividend growth remains a consistent theme.

Investors might want to bet on Radian (RDN - Free Report) , as it has been recently upgraded to a Zacks Rank #1 (Strong Buy). This rating change essentially reflects an upward trend in earnings estimates -- one of the most powerful forces impacting stock prices.

A company's changing earnings picture is at the core of the Zacks rating. The system tracks the Zacks Consensus Estimate -- the consensus measure of EPS estimates from the sell-side analysts covering the stock -- for the current and following years.

Since a changing earnings picture is a powerful factor influencing near-term stock price movements, the Zacks rating system is very useful for individual investors. They may find it difficult to make decisions based on rating upgrades by Wall Street analysts, as these are mostly driven by subjective factors that are hard to see and measure in real time.

As such, the Zacks rating upgrade for Radian is essentially a positive comment on its earnings outlook that could have a favorable impact on its stock price.

Most Powerful Force Impacting Stock PricesThe change in a company's future earnings potential, as reflected in earnings estimate revisions, and the near-term price movement of its stock are proven to be strongly correlated. The influence of institutional investors has a partial contribution to this relationship, as these big professionals use earnings and earnings estimates to calculate the fair value of a company's shares. An increase or decrease in earnings estimates in their valuation models simply results in higher or lower fair value for a stock, and institutional investors typically buy or sell it. Their transaction of large amounts of shares then leads to price movement for the stock.

Fundamentally speaking, rising earnings estimates and the consequent rating upgrade for Radian imply an improvement in the company's underlying business. Investors should show their appreciation for this improving business trend by pushing the stock higher.

Harnessing the Power of Earnings Estimate RevisionsEmpirical research shows a strong correlation between trends in earnings estimate revisions and near-term stock movements, so it could be truly rewarding if such revisions are tracked for making an investment decision. Here is where the tried-and-tested Zacks Rank stock-rating system plays an important role, as it effectively harnesses the power of earnings estimate revisions.

The Zacks Rank stock-rating system, which uses four factors related to earnings estimates to classify stocks into five groups, ranging from Zacks Rank #1 (Strong Buy) to Zacks Rank #5 (Strong Sell), has an impressive externally-audited track record, with Zacks Rank #1 stocks generating an average annual return of +25% since 1988. You can see the complete list of today's Zacks #1 Rank (Strong Buy) stocks here >>>> .

Earnings Estimate Revisions for RadianFor the fiscal year ending December 2026, this mortgage insurer is expected to earn $4.72 per share, which is unchanged compared with the year-ago reported number.

Analysts have been steadily raising their estimates for Radian. Over the past three months, the Zacks Consensus Estimate for the company has increased 4.8%.

Bottom LineUnlike the overly optimistic Wall Street analysts whose rating systems tend to be weighted toward favorable recommendations, the Zacks rating system maintains an equal proportion of "buy" and "sell" ratings for its entire universe of more than 4,000 stocks at any point in time. Irrespective of market conditions, only the top 5% of the Zacks-covered stocks get a "Strong Buy" rating and the next 15% get a "Buy" rating. So, the placement of a stock in the top 20% of the Zacks-covered stocks indicates its superior earnings estimate revision feature, making it a solid candidate for producing market-beating returns in the near term.

You can learn more about the Zacks Rank here >>>

The upgrade of Radian to a Zacks Rank #1 positions it in the top 5% of the Zacks-covered stocks in terms of estimate revisions, implying that the stock might move higher in the near term.

Momentum investing is all about the idea of following a stock's recent trend, which can be in either direction. In the "long context," investors will essentially be "buying high, but hoping to sell even higher." And for investors following this methodology, taking advantage of trends in a stock's price is key; once a stock establishes a course, it is more than likely to continue moving in that direction. The goal is that once a stock heads down a fixed path, it will lead to timely and profitable trades.

Even though momentum is a popular stock characteristic, it can be tough to define. Debate surrounding which are the best and worst metrics to focus on is lengthy, but the Zacks Momentum Style Score, part of the Zacks Style Scores, helps address this issue for us.

Below, we take a look at Tenaris S.A. (TS - Free Report) , a company that currently holds a Momentum Style Score of A. We also talk about price change and earnings estimate revisions, two of the main aspects of the Momentum Style Score.

It's also important to note that Style Scores work as a complement to the Zacks Rank, our stock rating system that has an impressive track record of outperformance. Tenaris S.A. currently has a Zacks Rank of #2 (Buy). Our research shows that stocks rated Zacks Rank #1 (Strong Buy) and #2 (Buy) and Style Scores of "A or B" outperform the market over the following one-month period.

You can see the current list of Zacks #1 Rank Stocks here >>>

Set to Beat the Market?Let's discuss some of the components of the Momentum Style Score for TS that show why this company shows promise as a solid momentum pick.

A good momentum benchmark for a stock is to look at its short-term price activity, as this can reflect both current interest and if buyers or sellers currently have the upper hand. It is also useful to compare a security to its industry, as this can help investors pinpoint the top companies in a particular area.

For TS, shares are up 7.55% over the past week while the Zacks Steel - Pipe and Tube industry is up 0.94% over the same time period. Shares are looking quite well from a longer time frame too, as the monthly price change of 17.62% compares favorably with the industry's 9.74% performance as well.

Considering longer term price metrics, like performance over the last three months or year, can be advantageous as well. Over the past quarter, shares of Tenaris S.A. have risen 29.93%, and are up 38.4% in the last year. On the other hand, the S&P 500 has only moved 5.97% and 14.19%, respectively.

Investors should also take note of TS's average 20-day trading volume. Volume is a useful item in many ways, and the 20-day average establishes a good price-to-volume baseline; a rising stock with above average volume is generally a bullish sign, whereas a declining stock on above average volume is typically bearish. Right now TS is averaging 1,541,966 shares for the last 20 days..

Earnings OutlookThe Zacks Momentum Style Score also takes into account trends in estimate revisions, in addition to price changes. Please note that estimate revision trends remain at the core of Zacks Rank as well. A nice path here can help show promise, and we have recently been seeing that with TS.

Over the past two months, 3 earnings estimates moved higher compared to none lower for the full year. These revisions helped boost TS's consensus estimate, increasing from $3.30 to $3.42 in the past 60 days. Looking at the next fiscal year, 1 estimate has moved upwards while there have been no downward revisions in the same time period.

Bottom LineTaking into account all of these elements, it should come as no surprise that TS is a #2 (Buy) stock with a Momentum Score of A. If you've been searching for a fresh pick that's set to rise in the near-term, make sure to keep Tenaris S.A. on your short list.

Momentum investing is all about the idea of following a stock's recent trend, which can be in either direction. In the "long context," investors will essentially be "buying high, but hoping to sell even higher." And for investors following this methodology, taking advantage of trends in a stock's price is key; once a stock establishes a course, it is more than likely to continue moving in that direction. The goal is that once a stock heads down a fixed path, it will lead to timely and profitable trades.

Even though momentum is a popular stock characteristic, it can be tough to define. Debate surrounding which are the best and worst metrics to focus on is lengthy, but the Zacks Momentum Style Score, part of the Zacks Style Scores, helps address this issue for us.

Below, we take a look at Keysight (KEYS - Free Report) , which currently has a Momentum Style Score of A. We also discuss some of the main drivers of the Momentum Style Score, like price change and earnings estimate revisions.

It's also important to note that Style Scores work as a complement to the Zacks Rank, our stock rating system that has an impressive track record of outperformance. Keysight currently has a Zacks Rank of #2 (Buy). Our research shows that stocks rated Zacks Rank #1 (Strong Buy) and #2 (Buy) and Style Scores of "A or B" outperform the market over the following one-month period.

You can see the current list of Zacks #1 Rank Stocks here >>>

Set to Beat the Market? In order to see if KEYS is a promising momentum pick, let's examine some Momentum Style elements to see if this electronic measurement technology company holds up.

Looking at a stock's short-term price activity is a great way to gauge if it has momentum, since this can reflect both the current interest in a stock and if buyers or sellers have the upper hand at the moment. It's also helpful to compare a security to its industry; this can show investors the best companies in a particular area.

For KEYS, shares are up 4.3% over the past week while the Zacks Electronics - Measuring Instruments industry is down 4.67% over the same time period. Shares are looking quite well from a longer time frame too, as the monthly price change of 14.37% compares favorably with the industry's 11.81% performance as well.

Considering longer term price metrics, like performance over the last three months or year, can be advantageous as well. Over the past quarter, shares of Keysight have risen 23.03%, and are up 38.81% in the last year. In comparison, the S&P 500 has only moved 5.97% and 14.19%, respectively.

Investors should also pay attention to KEYS's average 20-day trading volume. Volume is a useful item in many ways, and the 20-day average establishes a good price-to-volume baseline; a rising stock with above average volume is generally a bullish sign, whereas a declining stock on above average volume is typically bearish. KEYS is currently averaging 1,101,903 shares for the last 20 days.

Earnings OutlookThe Zacks Momentum Style Score encompasses many things, including estimate revisions and a stock's price movement. Investors should note that earnings estimates are also significant to the Zacks Rank, and a nice path here can be promising. We have recently been noticing this with KEYS.

Over the past two months, 1 earnings estimate moved higher compared to none lower for the full year. This revision helped boost KEYS's consensus estimate, increasing from $7.97 to $8.06 in the past 60 days. Looking at the next fiscal year, 1 estimate has moved upwards while there have been 1 downward revision in the same time period.

Bottom LineGiven these factors, it shouldn't be surprising that KEYS is a #2 (Buy) stock and boasts a Momentum Score of A. If you're looking for a fresh pick that's set to soar in the near-term, make sure to keep Keysight on your short list.

Momentum investing is all about the idea of following a stock's recent trend, which can be in either direction. In the "long context," investors will essentially be "buying high, but hoping to sell even higher." And for investors following this methodology, taking advantage of trends in a stock's price is key; once a stock establishes a course, it is more than likely to continue moving in that direction. The goal is that once a stock heads down a fixed path, it will lead to timely and profitable trades.

Even though momentum is a popular stock characteristic, it can be tough to define. Debate surrounding which are the best and worst metrics to focus on is lengthy, but the Zacks Momentum Style Score, part of the Zacks Style Scores, helps address this issue for us.

Below, we take a look at Capitol Federal Financial (CFFN - Free Report) , a company that currently holds a Momentum Style Score of B. We also talk about price change and earnings estimate revisions, two of the main aspects of the Momentum Style Score.

It's also important to note that Style Scores work as a complement to the Zacks Rank, our stock rating system that has an impressive track record of outperformance. Capitol Federal Financial currently has a Zacks Rank of #2 (Buy). Our research shows that stocks rated Zacks Rank #1 (Strong Buy) and #2 (Buy) and Style Scores of "A or B" outperform the market over the following one-month period.

You can see the current list of Zacks #1 Rank Stocks here >>>

Set to Beat the Market? In order to see if CFFN is a promising momentum pick, let's examine some Momentum Style elements to see if this holding company for Capitol Federal Savings Bank holds up.

A good momentum benchmark for a stock is to look at its short-term price activity, as this can reflect both current interest and if buyers or sellers currently have the upper hand. It is also useful to compare a security to its industry, as this can help investors pinpoint the top companies in a particular area.

For CFFN, shares are up 0.52% over the past week while the Zacks Financial - Savings and Loan industry is up 0.22% over the same time period. Shares are looking quite well from a longer time frame too, as the monthly price change of 13.78% compares favorably with the industry's 3.99% performance as well.

While any stock can see a spike in price, it takes a real winner to consistently outperform the market. Shares of Capitol Federal Financial have increased 16.19% over the past quarter, and have gained 30.72% in the last year. In comparison, the S&P 500 has only moved 5.97% and 14.19%, respectively.

Investors should also take note of CFFN's average 20-day trading volume. Volume is a useful item in many ways, and the 20-day average establishes a good price-to-volume baseline; a rising stock with above average volume is generally a bullish sign, whereas a declining stock on above average volume is typically bearish. Right now CFFN is averaging 953,262 shares for the last 20 days..

Earnings OutlookThe Zacks Momentum Style Score also takes into account trends in estimate revisions, in addition to price changes. Please note that estimate revision trends remain at the core of Zacks Rank as well. A nice path here can help show promise, and we have recently been seeing that with CFFN.

Over the past two months, 1 earnings estimate moved higher compared to none lower for the full year. This revision helped boost CFFN's consensus estimate, increasing from $0.67 to $0.70 in the past 60 days. Looking at the next fiscal year, 1 estimate has moved upwards while there have been no downward revisions in the same time period.

Bottom LineTaking into account all of these elements, it should come as no surprise that CFFN is a #2 (Buy) stock with a Momentum Score of B. If you've been searching for a fresh pick that's set to rise in the near-term, make sure to keep Capitol Federal Financial on your short list.

Momentum investing revolves around the idea of following a stock's recent trend in either direction. In "long context," investors will be essentially be "buying high, but hoping to sell even higher." With this methodology, taking advantage of trends in a stock's price is key; once a stock establishes a course, it is more than likely to continue moving that way. The goal is that once a stock heads down a fixed path, it will lead to timely and profitable trades.

Even though momentum is a popular stock characteristic, it can be tough to define. Debate surrounding which are the best and worst metrics to focus on is lengthy, but the Zacks Momentum Style Score, part of the Zacks Style Scores, helps address this issue for us.

Below, we take a look at Lloyds (LYG - Free Report) , which currently has a Momentum Style Score of A. We also discuss some of the main drivers of the Momentum Style Score, like price change and earnings estimate revisions.

It's also important to note that Style Scores work as a complement to the Zacks Rank, our stock rating system that has an impressive track record of outperformance. Lloyds currently has a Zacks Rank of #2 (Buy). Our research shows that stocks rated Zacks Rank #1 (Strong Buy) and #2 (Buy) and Style Scores of "A or B" outperform the market over the following one-month period.

You can see the current list of Zacks #1 Rank Stocks here >>>

Set to Beat the Market? In order to see if LYG is a promising momentum pick, let's examine some Momentum Style elements to see if this bank holds up.

A good momentum benchmark for a stock is to look at its short-term price activity, as this can reflect both current interest and if buyers or sellers currently have the upper hand. It is also useful to compare a security to its industry, as this can help investors pinpoint the top companies in a particular area.

For LYG, shares are up 2.5% over the past week while the Zacks Banks - Foreign industry is up 2.96% over the same time period. Shares are looking quite well from a longer time frame too, as the monthly price change of 2.86% compares favorably with the industry's 3.22% performance as well.

While any stock can see its price increase, it takes a real winner to consistently beat the market. That is why looking at longer term price metrics -- such as performance over the past three months or year -- can be useful as well. Over the past quarter, shares of Lloyds have risen 12.74%, and are up 70.62% in the last year. In comparison, the S&P 500 has only moved 5.97% and 14.19%, respectively.

Investors should also pay attention to LYG's average 20-day trading volume. Volume is a useful item in many ways, and the 20-day average establishes a good price-to-volume baseline; a rising stock with above average volume is generally a bullish sign, whereas a declining stock on above average volume is typically bearish. LYG is currently averaging 22,767,732 shares for the last 20 days.

Earnings OutlookThe Zacks Momentum Style Score encompasses many things, including estimate revisions and a stock's price movement. Investors should note that earnings estimates are also significant to the Zacks Rank, and a nice path here can be promising. We have recently been noticing this with LYG.

Over the past two months, 3 earnings estimates moved higher compared to none lower for the full year. These revisions helped boost LYG's consensus estimate, increasing from $0.51 to $0.53 in the past 60 days. Looking at the next fiscal year, 2 estimates have moved upwards while there have been no downward revisions in the same time period.

Bottom LineGiven these factors, it shouldn't be surprising that LYG is a #2 (Buy) stock and boasts a Momentum Score of A. If you're looking for a fresh pick that's set to soar in the near-term, make sure to keep Lloyds on your short list.

Momentum investing is all about the idea of following a stock's recent trend, which can be in either direction. In the "long context," investors will essentially be "buying high, but hoping to sell even higher." And for investors following this methodology, taking advantage of trends in a stock's price is key; once a stock establishes a course, it is more than likely to continue moving in that direction. The goal is that once a stock heads down a fixed path, it will lead to timely and profitable trades.

Even though momentum is a popular stock characteristic, it can be tough to define. Debate surrounding which are the best and worst metrics to focus on is lengthy, but the Zacks Momentum Style Score, part of the Zacks Style Scores, helps address this issue for us.

Below, we take a look at Svenska Handelsbanken Ab Publ (SVNLY - Free Report) , which currently has a Momentum Style Score of A. We also discuss some of the main drivers of the Momentum Style Score, like price change and earnings estimate revisions.

It's also important to note that Style Scores work as a complement to the Zacks Rank, our stock rating system that has an impressive track record of outperformance. Svenska Handelsbanken Ab Publ currently has a Zacks Rank of #2 (Buy). Our research shows that stocks rated Zacks Rank #1 (Strong Buy) and #2 (Buy) and Style Scores of "A or B" outperform the market over the following one-month period.

You can see the current list of Zacks #1 Rank Stocks here >>>

Set to Beat the Market?Let's discuss some of the components of the Momentum Style Score for SVNLY that show why this company shows promise as a solid momentum pick.

A good momentum benchmark for a stock is to look at its short-term price activity, as this can reflect both current interest and if buyers or sellers currently have the upper hand. It's also helpful to compare a security to its industry; this can show investors the best companies in a particular area.

For SVNLY, shares are up 1.92% over the past week while the Zacks Banks - Foreign industry is up 2.96% over the same time period. Shares are looking quite well from a longer time frame too, as the monthly price change of 2.32% compares favorably with the industry's 3.22% performance as well.

Considering longer term price metrics, like performance over the last three months or year, can be advantageous as well. Over the past quarter, shares of Svenska Handelsbanken Ab Publ have risen 15.27%, and are up 28.02% in the last year. In comparison, the S&P 500 has only moved 5.97% and 14.19%, respectively.

Investors should also take note of SVNLY's average 20-day trading volume. Volume is a useful item in many ways, and the 20-day average establishes a good price-to-volume baseline; a rising stock with above average volume is generally a bullish sign, whereas a declining stock on above average volume is typically bearish. Right now SVNLY is averaging 119,646 shares for the last 20 days..

Earnings OutlookThe Zacks Momentum Style Score also takes into account trends in estimate revisions, in addition to price changes. Please note that estimate revision trends remain at the core of Zacks Rank as well. A nice path here can help show promise, and we have recently been seeing that with SVNLY.

Over the past two months, 2 earnings estimates moved higher compared to none lower for the full year. These revisions helped boost SVNLY's consensus estimate, increasing from $0.59 to $0.63 in the past 60 days. Looking at the next fiscal year, 1 estimate has moved upwards while there have been no downward revisions in the same time period.

Bottom LineTaking into account all of these elements, it should come as no surprise that SVNLY is a #2 (Buy) stock with a Momentum Score of A. If you've been searching for a fresh pick that's set to rise in the near-term, make sure to keep Svenska Handelsbanken Ab Publ on your short list.

Momentum investing revolves around the idea of following a stock's recent trend in either direction. In "long context," investors will be essentially be "buying high, but hoping to sell even higher." With this methodology, taking advantage of trends in a stock's price is key; once a stock establishes a course, it is more than likely to continue moving that way. The goal is that once a stock heads down a fixed path, it will lead to timely and profitable trades.

Even though momentum is a popular stock characteristic, it can be tough to define. Debate surrounding which are the best and worst metrics to focus on is lengthy, but the Zacks Momentum Style Score, part of the Zacks Style Scores, helps address this issue for us.

Below, we take a look at ENGIE - Sponsored ADR (ENGIY - Free Report) , which currently has a Momentum Style Score of B. We also discuss some of the main drivers of the Momentum Style Score, like price change and earnings estimate revisions.

It's also important to note that Style Scores work as a complement to the Zacks Rank, our stock rating system that has an impressive track record of outperformance. ENGIE - Sponsored ADR currently has a Zacks Rank of #2 (Buy). Our research shows that stocks rated Zacks Rank #1 (Strong Buy) and #2 (Buy) and Style Scores of "A or B" outperform the market over the following one-month period.

You can see the current list of Zacks #1 Rank Stocks here >>>

Set to Beat the Market?Let's discuss some of the components of the Momentum Style Score for ENGIY that show why this company shows promise as a solid momentum pick.

A good momentum benchmark for a stock is to look at its short-term price activity, as this can reflect both current interest and if buyers or sellers currently have the upper hand. It is also useful to compare a security to its industry, as this can help investors pinpoint the top companies in a particular area.

For ENGIY, shares are up 0.06% over the past week while the Zacks Utility - Electric Power industry is down 0.76% over the same time period. Shares are looking quite well from a longer time frame too, as the monthly price change of 8.92% compares favorably with the industry's 6.45% performance as well.

Considering longer term price metrics, like performance over the last three months or year, can be advantageous as well. Shares of ENGIE - Sponsored ADR have increased 21.78% over the past quarter, and have gained 85.14% in the last year. In comparison, the S&P 500 has only moved 5.97% and 14.19%, respectively.

Investors should also take note of ENGIY's average 20-day trading volume. Volume is a useful item in many ways, and the 20-day average establishes a good price-to-volume baseline; a rising stock with above average volume is generally a bullish sign, whereas a declining stock on above average volume is typically bearish. Right now ENGIY is averaging 275,297 shares for the last 20 days..

Earnings OutlookThe Zacks Momentum Style Score also takes into account trends in estimate revisions, in addition to price changes. Please note that estimate revision trends remain at the core of Zacks Rank as well. A nice path here can help show promise, and we have recently been seeing that with ENGIY.

Over the past two months, 1 earnings estimate moved higher compared to 1 lower for the full year. These revisions helped boost ENGIY's consensus estimate, increasing from $2.15 to $2.26 in the past 60 days. Looking at the next fiscal year, 2 estimates have moved upwards while there have been no downward revisions in the same time period.

Bottom LineTaking into account all of these elements, it should come as no surprise that ENGIY is a #2 (Buy) stock with a Momentum Score of B. If you've been searching for a fresh pick that's set to rise in the near-term, make sure to keep ENGIE - Sponsored ADR on your short list.

Key Takeaways SBA Communications to report Q4 earnings on Feb. 26, with revenues expected to rise 4.5% YoY to $724.9M.SBAC expects site-leasing revenues of $668.8M, up from $646.3M a year ago.SBAC's AFFO per share seen at $3.25, down 6.3% YoY amid debt and Sprint-related churn. SBA Communications Corporation (SBAC - Free Report) is scheduled to report fourth-quarter 2025 results on Feb. 26, after market close. While the company’s quarterly results might display a rise in revenues year over year, adjusted funds from operations (AFFO) per share is expected to decline.

In the last reported quarter, this Boca Raton, FL-based communications tower REIT reported an AFFO per share of $3.30, beating the Zacks Consensus Estimate of $3.19. Results reflected a growth in revenues during the quarter. However, higher costs and interest expenses undermined the performance to some extent.

Over the preceding four quarters, SBAC’s AFFO per share surpassed the Zacks Consensus Estimate on all occasions, the average beat being 2.33%. The graph below depicts this surprise history:

Factors at PlayIn the fourth quarter, SBA communications might have gained from wireless carriers’ high capital spending for network expansion amid growth in mobile data usage and accelerated 5G network deployment efforts.

The company’s long-term (typically five to 10 years) tower leases with wireless service providers that have built-in rent escalators are likely to have generated stable site-leasing revenues for the company in the quarter. Moreover, SBAC’s business expansion into domestic and select international markets might have led to revenue growth during the to-be-reported quarter.

However, high debt burden and elevated sprint-related churn in certain markets where the company operates might have been deterrents for SBAC’s quarterly performance to some extent.

Projections for SBA CommunicationsThe Zacks Consensus Estimate for fourth-quarter site-leasing revenues, which account for the lion’s share of total revenues, is pegged at $668.8 million, indicating an increase from the year-ago quarter’s $646.3 million.

Site-development revenues are expected to improve in the fourth quarter. The consensus mark stands at $56.2 million, implying growth from $47.4 million reported in the year-ago period.

The Zacks Consensus Estimate for total quarterly revenues is pegged at $724.9 million, indicating year-over-year growth of 4.5%.

The company’s activities in the to-be-reported quarter were inadequate to garner analysts’ confidence. The Zacks Consensus Estimate for quarterly AFFO per share remained unchanged at $3.25 over the past two months. The figure also implies a year-over-year decline of 6.3%.

What Our Quantitative Model Predicts for SBA CommunicationsOur proven model does not conclusively predict a surprise in terms of AFFO per share for SBA Communications this season. The combination of a positive Earnings ESP and a Zacks Rank #1 (Strong Buy), 2 (Buy) or 3 (Hold) increases the chances of an AFFO beat, which is not the case here.

SBA Communications currently has an Earnings ESP of 0.00% and a Zacks Rank of 3 (Hold). You can uncover the best stocks to buy or sell before they’re reported with our Earnings ESP Filter.

You can see the complete list of today’s Zacks #1 Rank stocks here.

Performance of Other REITsCousins Properties (CUZ - Free Report) reported fourth-quarter 2025 FFO per share of 71 cents, in line with the Zacks Consensus Estimate. The figure increased 2.9% on a year-over-year basis.

CUZ experienced healthy leasing activity in the quarter. The weighted average occupancy decreased, while interest expenses increased and marred the growth tempo.

Crown Castle Inc. (CCI - Free Report) reported fourth-quarter 2025 AFFO per share of $1.12, which topped the Zacks Consensus Estimate of $1.07 per share. However, the figure declined nearly 6.7% year over year.

CCI’s results reflected a rise in services and other revenues year over year. A decrease in site rental revenues affected the results to some extent.

Note: Anything related to earnings presented in this write-up represents FFO, a widely used metric to gauge the performance of REITs.

Key Takeaways Targa Resources posted Q4 EPS of $2.51, beating estimates and rising from $1.44 a year ago.TRGP's revenues fell to $4B, missing estimates on lower commodity sales.TRGP guided 2026 EBITDA of $5.4-$5.6B, backed by Permian growth and new projects. Targa Resources Corp. (TRGP - Free Report) reported fourth-quarter 2025 adjusted earnings of $2.51 per share, which beat the Zacks Consensus Estimate of $2.39. The bottom line also increased from the year-ago quarter’s level of $1.44. The outperformance can be attributed to the increased operating margin in the company’s Gathering and Processing segment and Logistics and Transportation segment, and a decrease in the company’s product costs.

Total quarterly revenues of $4 billion decreased from the prior-year quarter’s level of $4.4 billion. The top line also missed the Zacks Consensus Estimate of $5.2 billion. The weak quarterly revenues can be attributed to lower sales of commodities.

The company’s adjusted EBITDA for the fourth quarter totaled $1.3 billion, up from $1.1 billion in the prior-year period.

A Closer Look at TRGP’s Q4 ResultsOn Jan. 15, 2026, Targa Resources declared a quarterly cash dividend of $1 per common share, or $4 on an annualized basis, for the fourth quarter of 2025. Total cash dividends of approximately $215 million were paid on Feb. 13, 2026, to its shareholders of record as of the close of business on Jan. 30.

During the fourth quarter of 2025, Targa Resources repurchased 226,987 shares of its common stock, spending approximately $37 million (at an average price of $163.01 per share). As of Dec. 31, 2025, the company had $1,374 million remaining in its share repurchase program.

Targa Resources also provided an update on its several ongoing projects. In October 2025, it completed construction of its Bull Moose II plant in the Permian Delaware. The company followed this with two small bolt-on acquisitions in the Permian Basin in December 2025. In January 2026, Targa Resources completed its previously announced acquisition of Stakeholder Midstream, LLC.

Expanding its growth portfolio, Targa Resources also announced a new processing plant in the Permian Delaware, named Yeti II, along with orders for long-lead equipment for two additional Permian processing plants. Additionally, the company unveiled plans for a new fractionator, Train 13, in Mont Belvieu, TX.

TRGP’s Segmental PerformanceGathering and Processing: The segment recorded an operating margin of $611.8 million, up 2% from $598.9 million recorded in the year-ago period. The figure, however, missed the Zacks Consensus Estimate of $652 million.

The year-over-year improvement reflects higher natural gas inlet volumes and higher fee-based margins in the Permian. The increase in natural gas inlet volumes in the Permian was attributable to the addition of the Bull Moose plant during the first quarter of 2025, the Pembrook II plant during the third quarter of 2025, the Bull Moose II plant during the fourth quarter of 2025, and continued strong producer activity.

Logistics and Transportation: This unit reflects TRGP’s downstream operations. Its operating margin of $799 million increased 22% year over year and also beat the Zacks Consensus Estimate of $710 million.

The year-over-year rise can be attributed to higher pipeline transportation and fractionation margin and higher marketing margin. Pipeline transportation and fractionation volumes benefited from higher supply volumes, primarily from Permian Gathering and Processing systems and a full quarter of Train 10, which commenced operations during the fourth quarter of 2024.

TRGP’s fractionation volumes totaled 1,144.4 thousand barrels per day, up 5% from 1,089.5 thousand barrels per day recorded a year ago. The Zacks Consensus Estimate for the same was pegged at 1,136 thousand barrels per day. NGL pipeline transportation volumes rose 20% year over year, export volumes decreased 4% and NGL sales increased 3% in the same period.

Costs, Capex & Balance SheetTarga Resources incurred product costs of $2.3 billion, which decreased 21% from the year-ago quarter’s figure. At the same time, it reported operating expenses of $337.6 million, up 10% from the year-ago quarter’s level of $305.8 million.

The company spent $1 billion on growth capital programs compared with $819.7 million in the year-ago period.

As of Dec. 31, 2025, TRGP had cash and cash equivalents of $166.1 million and long-term debt of $16.7 billion, with a debt-to-capitalization of around 83.9%.

TRGP’s 2026 GuidanceFor 2026, Targa Resources projects its full-year adjusted EBITDA of $5.4-$5.6 billion. The company anticipates significant growth across its Permian G&P footprint, which is expected to drive record Permian, NGL pipeline transportation, fractionation and LPG export volumes in 2026, surpassing the records set in 2025. The growth is expected in the second half of 2025. Targa Resources’ 2026 operational and financial outlook is based on assumptions that Waha natural gas prices will average $1.00 per MMBtu, NGL composite prices will average $0.60 per gallon, and crude oil prices will average $63.00 per barrel.

Targa Resources’ estimated net growth capital expenditures for 2026 are expected to be around $4.5 billion, which includes capital spending for the announced infrastructure projects, including six new Permian plants, three fractionators in Mont Belvieu, the Speedway NGL Pipeline, GPMT LPG Export Expansion, intra-basin residue gas projects in the Permian and spending on long-lead items for two additional processing plants in the Permian. Net maintenance capital expenditures are estimated to be at $250 million.

For the first quarter of 2026, Targa Resources plans to propose to its board of directors an increase in its common dividend to $1.25 per share, equivalent to $5.00 per share on an annualized basis. If approved, the higher dividend would take effect for the first quarter of 2026 and be paid in May.

TRGP currently has a Zacks Rank #3 (Hold). You can see the complete list of today’s Zacks #1 Rank (Strong Buy) stocks here.

Important Earnings at a GlanceWhile we have discussed TRGP’s fourth-quarter results in detail, let us take a look at three other key reports in this space.

TechnipFMC plc (FTI - Free Report) reported fourth-quarter 2025 adjusted earnings of 70 cents per share, which beat the Zacks Consensus Estimate of 51 cents. The bottom line also increased from the year-ago quarter’s reported profit of 54 cents. The outperformance is primarily driven by strong results in both the Subsea and the Surface Technologies segments.

Newcastle & Houston-based oil and gas equipment and services provider’s revenues of $2.5 billion missed the Zacks Consensus Estimate by 25 million. However, the top line increased from the year-ago quarter’s reported figure of $2.4 billion.

As of Dec. 31, 2025, FTI had cash and cash equivalents worth $1 billion and long-term debt of $395.7 million, with a debt-to-capitalization of 10.5%.

Oceaneering International, Inc. (OII - Free Report) reported an adjusted profit of 45 cents per share for the fourth quarter of 2025, beating the Zacks Consensus Estimate of 44 cents. Moreover, the bottom line surpassed the year-ago quarter’s reported figure of 37 cents. This was driven by strong year-over-year operating income from its Subsea Robotics, Manufactured Products and Aerospace and Defense Technologies segments.

Total revenues were $668.6 million, which missed the Zacks Consensus Estimate of $711 million and decreased approximately 6.3% from the year-ago quarter’s $713.5 million due to lower revenues in the company’s energy-focused businesses. The revenue decrease in the energy business was primarily due to the unusually high number of international intervention and installation projects that OII’s Offshore Projects Group segment performed in the prior-year quarter, but that did not repeat in the fourth quarter of 2025. In the fourth quarter of 2025, the Houston, TX-based oil and gas equipment and services company reported adjusted EBITDA of $90.5 million, a 10.9% decrease year over year.

As of Dec. 31, 2025, OII had cash and cash equivalents worth $688.9 million and $497.5 million, respectively, along with a long-term debt of about $487.4 million. The debt-to-capitalization was 31.2%.

Expand Energy Corporation (EXE - Free Report) reported fourth-quarter 2025 adjusted earnings per share of $2, beating the Zacks Consensus Estimate of $1.89. Moreover, the company’s bottom line increased from the year-ago adjusted profit of 55 cents, fueled by strong production and higher natural gas price realization.

Expand Energy’s ‘natural gas, oil and NGL’ revenues of $2.3 billion surpassed the Zacks Consensus Estimate of $2.2 billion. The top line was also higher than the year-ago figure of $1.6 billion.

As of Dec. 31, 2025, EXE had $616 million in cash and cash equivalents. Expand Energy had a long-term debt of $5 billion, reflecting a debt-to-capitalization of 21.2%.

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Rob Dixon named Chief Digital Officer, Peggy O’Leary named Chief Commercial Officer, and Toni Thompson named Chief Operating Officer; Terra Grantham named Interim CFO; Ernesto Boada named Chief Technology Officer

LITTLETON, Colo.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--CPI Card Group Inc. (Nasdaq: PMTS) (“CPI” or the “Company”), a payments technology company providing a comprehensive range of physical and digital payment solutions, announced executive leadership changes designed to advance the Company’s long-term strategies to grow and diversify, including expansion of its emerging digital solutions.

“Whether we’re working with financial institutions, fintechs, prepaid program managers, resellers, or embedded payments providers, our customers want solutions to meet consumers’ needs where they are – in person, online, in-app, or in-platform,” said President and CEO John Lowe. “We are continuing to leverage and expand our technology to make those solutions possible.”

To support CPI’s growth, the following Executive leadership changes have been made:

Rob Dixon, who has led the strategic growth of our digital businesses, has been promoted to the role of Chief Digital Officer. He will lead the Company’s businesses that rely on CPI’s vast and expanding technology connections into the U.S. payments eco-system. These fast-growing businesses, which generate strong recurring revenue, include our Software-as-a-Service instant issuance business and other digital solutions. Peggy O’Leary, who has led our Prepaid and Digital businesses and has been integral in driving CPI’s physical and digital market share gains, expansion into closed‑loop and healthcare payment solutions, and the successful acquisition of Arroweye and investment in Karta, has been promoted to Chief Commercial Officer. In this role, O’Leary will lead all customer‑facing functions across the enterprise, including sales, marketing, business development, and client operations. O’Leary will be responsible for aligning CPI’s commercial strategy and go‑to‑market execution to drive revenue growth, strengthen customer relationships, and increase monetization of the Company’s expanding portfolio of physical and digital payment solutions. Toni Thompson, who has led the strategic growth and operational advancement of our Secure Card and Personalization businesses, including the development of our state-of-the-art Indiana facility and the modernization of our personalization operations, has been promoted to Chief Operating Officer. In this role, she will hold enterprise-wide accountability for operational performance, supply chain strategy, transformation, and end-to-end value creation. Her oversight includes quality, safety, supply chain, corporate sustainability, operations enablement and transformation, and core product and process innovation, with a mandate to optimize efficiency and improve margins through disciplined execution, structural improvement, and cross-functional alignment. Terra Grantham, who has been a key CPI leader over her nearly nine years with the Company, has been named Interim Chief Financial Officer, in addition to maintaining her responsibilities as SVP of Enterprise Strategy and Growth. Grantham previously led CPI’s Financial Planning and Analysis function, among other roles, and has been a key contributor to the Company’s growth. Grantham replaces Jeff Hochstadt, who will continue in an advisory role with the Company to assist with the CFO transition. Ernesto Boada has been named Chief Technology Officer, reflecting the Company’s heightened strategic focus to accelerate growth of CPI’s technology and digital solutions. Ernesto’s responsibilities include digital technology products, data platforms, AI capabilities, and platform-based payment solutions, as well as leading CPI’s broader information technology function. Boada’s previous title was Chief Information Officer. “I want to congratulate and thank each of our key leaders. We are very excited about the future opportunities for CPI, and we believe this is the right team and structure to advance our strategy,” said Lowe. “Our new structure elevates our growing digital businesses, aligns our customer-facing teams into a single organization to optimize customer experience, and leverages our deep engineering and operational expertise to bring innovative, high-quality, and value-added payment technology solutions to life.”

The executive leadership changes are effective immediately, with Dixon, O’Leary, Thompson, Grantham, and Boada each reporting to Lowe.

About CPI Card Group Inc.

CPI is a payments technology company providing a comprehensive range of payment cards and related digital solutions. With a focus on building personal relationships and earning trust, we help our customers navigate the constantly evolving world of payments, while delivering innovative solutions that spark connections and support their brands. We serve clients across industry, size, and scale through our team of experienced, dedicated employees, our network of technology and card service providers, and our high-security production facilities, all located in the United States. CPI is committed to exceeding our customers’ expectations, transforming our industry, and enhancing the way people pay every day. Learn more at www.cpicardgroup.com.

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New York, New York--(Newsfile Corp. - February 23, 2026) - WHY: Rosen Law Firm, a global investor rights law firm, reminds sellers of Endeavor Group Holdings, Inc. (NYSE: EDR) Class A common stock between January 15, 2025 and March 24, 2025, both dates inclusive (the "Class Period"), of the important March 18, 2026 lead plaintiff deadline.

SO WHAT: If you sold Endeavor Class A common stock during the Class Period you may be entitled to compensation without payment of any out of pocket fees or costs through a contingency fee arrangement.

WHAT TO DO NEXT: To join the Endeavor class action, go to https://rosenlegal.com/submit-form/?case_id=51048 or call Phillip Kim, Esq. toll-free at 866-767-3653 or email [email protected] for information on the class action. A class action lawsuit has already been filed. If you wish to serve as lead plaintiff, you must move the Court no later than March 18, 2026. A lead plaintiff is a representative party acting on behalf of other class members in directing the litigation.

WHY ROSEN LAW: We encourage investors to select qualified counsel with a track record of success in leadership roles. Often, firms issuing notices do not have comparable experience, resources, or any meaningful peer recognition. Many of these firms do not actually litigate securities class actions, but are merely middlemen that refer clients or partner with law firms that actually litigate the cases. Be wise in selecting counsel. The Rosen Law Firm represents investors throughout the globe, concentrating its practice in securities class actions and shareholder derivative litigation. Rosen Law Firm achieved the largest ever securities class action settlement against a Chinese Company at the time. Rosen Law Firm was Ranked No. 1 by ISS Securities Class Action Services for number of securities class action settlements in 2017. The firm has been ranked in the top 4 each year since 2013 and has recovered hundreds of millions of dollars for investors. In 2019 alone the firm secured over $438 million for investors. In 2020, founding partner Laurence Rosen was named by law360 as a Titan of Plaintiffs' Bar. Many of the firm's attorneys have been recognized by Lawdragon and Super Lawyers.

DETAILS OF THE CASE: The lawsuit seeks to recover damages on behalf of investors that were damaged as a result of allegedly false and misleading statements and omissions of material facts in the January 15, 2025 Information Statement (filed with the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (the "SEC") pursuant to the securities laws) and subsequent amendment issued by defendants, and related filings with the SEC. Among other things, the complaint alleges the Information Statement and other solicitation materials misled investors regarding the true value of Endeavor's shares, failed to adequately disclose the earnings of Endeavor's executives under the terms of the Merger (a take-private merger), and failed to disclose conflicts of interests with Endeavor's special committee and financial advisor.

To join the Endeavor class action, go to https://rosenlegal.com/submit-form/?case_id=51048 call Phillip Kim, Esq. toll-free at 866-767-3653 or email [email protected] for information on the class action.

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