Marathon Petroleum letos vzrostla o 138,6 % díky silnému rafinérskému provozu a rekordně nízkým neplánovaným odstávkám. Ve 2. čtvrtletí dosáhla 112% R&M margin capture a vrátila akcionářům přes 2,8 mld. USD.
Key Takeaways Marathon Petroleum jumped 138.6% YTD, powered by strong refining execution and record-high momentum.MPC achieved 112% second-quarter R&M margin capture, with unplanned downtime at a decade low.MPC returned over $2.8 billion to shareholders as MPLX added stable, growing midstream cash flows. Refining stocks have quietly emerged as one of 2026’s standout trades, with Marathon Petroleum Corporation (MPC - Free Report) leading the charge. As one of the largest U.S. refiners, MPC has secured a spot among the top 10 best-performing companies in the S&P 500 and ranks as the best-performing Oil/Energy stock, delivering an impressive 138.6% return since the start of the year. The stock has also repeatedly surpassed its previous all-time highs, underscoring its remarkable momentum and investor appeal.
Marathon Petroleum has outperformed major refining peers, including Valero Energy Corporation (VLO - Free Report) and Phillips 66 (PSX - Free Report) , whose shares gained 127.6% and 97.3%, respectively, over the same period.
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The sharp rise in MPC’s stock price highlights the success of its strategic initiatives and its resilience in navigating a challenging market environment.
However, after such a sharp rally, investors are left wondering whether the stock still offers meaningful upside. Let’s delve deeper.
MPC Outperforms Benchmark Refining EconomicsA key reason to favor MPC is that its earnings are increasingly driven by strong operational execution, rather than relying solely on favorable commodity prices. In the second quarter, Marathon Petroleum achieved an R&M margin capture rate of 112%, bringing first-half capture to 108%. Management attributed the strong performance to crude optimization, robust clean-product margins and effective commercial and operational execution.
Operational reliability also improved significantly, with year-to-date unplanned downtime at its lowest level in a decade. Gulf Coast refinery utilization reached 100% in the second quarter, while MPC generated more than $1 billion in R&M margin capture across its system.
MPC processed nearly 3 million barrels per day at 94% utilization, with Gulf Coast and West Coast operations each delivering more than $27 per barrel of R&M-adjusted EBITDA. Its extensive logistics network provides access to diverse crude supplies, including Venezuelan and Western Canadian crude, supporting feedstock flexibility and profitability through changing market conditions.
Valero Energy offers similar strong exposure to refining and can benefit from tight refined-product markets. Phillips 66 has a somewhat more diversified business model, with exposure to refining, midstream and chemicals.
High-Return Refinery Investments Add Earnings PotentialMPC is selectively investing in projects aimed at increasing yields, improving product flexibility and strengthening refinery competitiveness, providing potential upside beyond the current refining cycle.
During the second quarter, MPC completed its El Paso yield improvement and Robinson product flexibility projects. The El Paso upgrades to the FCC and alkylation units are expected to support higher volumes and strengthen its position across the El Paso, Phoenix and Mexico markets. Meanwhile, the Robinson project adds approximately 10,000 barrels per day of incremental jet fuel capacity. Management expects these projects to generate returns of 25% or higher.
MPC also has a significant project pipeline, including a 90,000-barrel-per-day distillate hydrotreater at Galveston Bay and feedstock optimization at Garyville that could raise crude throughput by 30,000 barrels per day.
Importantly, MPC expects 2026 standalone capital spending of $1.5 billion, with about 65% allocated to value-enhancing projects, underscoring disciplined capital allocation and potential long-term earnings growth.
MPC’s Cash Flow and MPLX Strengthen Shareholder ReturnsMPC’s investment case benefits from a powerful combination of refining upside, strong cash generation and growing midstream cash flows through MPLX. In the second quarter, MPC generated $8.46 billion in adjusted EBITDA and about $6.6 billion in operating cash flow, excluding working-capital changes. The company returned more than $2.8 billion to its shareholders, including $2.5 billion in share repurchases.
MPC also maintains significant financial flexibility, with about $7.8 billion of consolidated cash and no borrowings under its $5 billion revolving credit facility. Excluding MPLX, liquidity stood at approximately $11.7 billion, while $6.1 billion remained under the share repurchase authorization.
Meanwhile, MPLX provides a more stable source of cash flow. Its 2026 growth capital was raised to $2.9 billion, with mid-single-digit adjusted EBITDA growth expected. Investments across the Permian and Marcellus are expected to support 12.5% annual distribution growth in 2026 and 2027. This diversified cash-flow base can support dividends, buybacks and long-term shareholder value.
MPC's Positive Earnings MomentumOver the past 60 days, the Zacks Consensus Estimate for Marathon Petroleum’s 2026 earnings rose 41.6% to $46.66 per share, while the same for 2027 increased 36% to $35.01. The upward revisions indicate that analysts are becoming more confident in the company's earnings potential.
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Challenges for Marathon Petroleum StockMPC’s biggest risk is that today’s exceptional refining margins may not last. R&M EBITDA surged, but margins could weaken as outages decline and product supplies improve. Geopolitical disruptions and tight diesel markets may also ease. Additionally, expected $290 million in third-quarter turnaround costs could pressure margins, leaving the stock vulnerable. Furthermore, MPC’s valuation, trading at a forward price-to-sales ratio of 0.81, reflects a premium when compared with Valero Energy and Phillips 66.
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Conclusion: MPC Still a BuyThis Zacks Rank #2 (Buy) company remains an attractive investment with its sharp 138.6% year-to-date surge, ahead of its competitors — Valero Energy and Phillips 66. Strong operational execution, a high second-quarter R&M margin capture rate and decade-low unplanned downtime highlight the company’s improving efficiency. High-return refinery projects, disciplined capital allocation and robust cash generation provide additional upside, while MPLX adds stability through growing midstream cash flows.
However, cyclical refining margins, turnaround costs and a premium valuation pose risks. Overall, Marathon Petroleum stands out as a good investment opportunity for investors seeking strong fundamentals and shareholder returns, provided they can tolerate geopolitical and commodity-driven risks.
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Bank of New York Mellon Corp acquired a new stake in PagerDuty (NYSE:PD – Free Report) during the 2nd quarter, according to its most recent disclosure with the SEC. The institutional investor acquired 790,552 shares of the company’s stock, valued at approximately $7,629,000. Bank of New York Mellon Corp owned approximately 1.03% of PagerDuty at the end of the most recent quarter.
Other institutional investors have also added to or reduced their stakes in the company. Royal Bank of Canada lifted its stake in PagerDuty by 60.8% during the 1st quarter. Royal Bank of Canada now owns 96,575 shares of the company’s stock valued at $1,764,000 after acquiring an additional 36,517 shares during the period. AQR Capital Management LLC boosted its holdings in PagerDuty by 110.6% in the first quarter. AQR Capital Management LLC now owns 147,127 shares of the company’s stock worth $2,679,000 after purchasing an additional 77,251 shares during the last quarter. MIRAE ASSET GLOBAL ETFS HOLDINGS Ltd. boosted its holdings in PagerDuty by 1.3% in the first quarter. MIRAE ASSET GLOBAL ETFS HOLDINGS Ltd. now owns 51,601 shares of the company’s stock worth $943,000 after purchasing an additional 671 shares during the last quarter. Millennium Management LLC grew its position in PagerDuty by 55.4% in the 1st quarter. Millennium Management LLC now owns 1,005,111 shares of the company’s stock worth $18,363,000 after purchasing an additional 358,347 shares during the period. Finally, Woodline Partners LP bought a new stake in PagerDuty in the 1st quarter worth approximately $556,000. 97.26% of the stock is currently owned by hedge funds and other institutional investors.
Analysts Set New Price Targets Several research firms have recently weighed in on PD. Royal Bank Of Canada increased their price target on PagerDuty from $9.00 to $12.00 and gave the company a “sector perform” rating in a report on Friday, August 14th. Morgan Stanley lifted their price objective on PagerDuty from $9.00 to $10.00 and gave the stock an “underweight” rating in a report on Friday, August 28th. Wall Street Zen cut PagerDuty from a “buy” rating to a “hold” rating in a research report on Saturday, July 25th. Canaccord Genuity Group upped their price objective on PagerDuty from $10.00 to $15.00 and gave the company a “buy” rating in a research report on Friday, August 28th. Finally, Truist Financial increased their target price on PagerDuty from $11.00 to $13.00 and gave the company a “buy” rating in a report on Thursday, August 20th. Three analysts have rated the stock with a Buy rating, five have given a Hold rating and two have issued a Sell rating to the company’s stock. According to data from MarketBeat, PagerDuty presently has a consensus rating of “Hold” and an average price target of $12.56.
Check Out Our Latest Report on PagerDuty PagerDuty Price Performance NYSE PD opened at $14.08 on Friday. The business’s fifty day moving average is $11.11 and its 200 day moving average is $8.64. PagerDuty has a fifty-two week low of $5.70 and a fifty-two week high of $17.29. The company has a debt-to-equity ratio of 1.71, a quick ratio of 2.02 and a current ratio of 2.02. The company has a market capitalization of $1.11 billion, a PE ratio of 7.04, a price-to-earnings-growth ratio of 2.13 and a beta of 0.96.
PagerDuty (NYSE:PD – Get Free Report) last issued its quarterly earnings results on Thursday, August 27th. The company reported $0.32 EPS for the quarter, topping analysts’ consensus estimates of $0.31 by $0.01. PagerDuty had a return on equity of 18.52% and a net margin of 37.50%.The business had revenue of $124.44 million during the quarter, compared to analysts’ expectations of $123.27 million. During the same quarter in the prior year, the business posted $0.30 earnings per share. The business’s quarterly revenue was up .8% on a year-over-year basis. PagerDuty has set its FY 2027 guidance at 1.330-1.370 EPS and its Q3 2027 guidance at 0.340-0.360 EPS. Sell-side analysts predict that PagerDuty will post 0.69 earnings per share for the current year.
PagerDuty announced that its board has approved a share repurchase program on Thursday, May 28th that permits the company to buyback $100.00 million in outstanding shares. This buyback authorization permits the company to reacquire up to 16.4% of its stock through open market purchases. Stock buyback programs are often an indication that the company’s management believes its shares are undervalued.
PagerDuty Profile (Free Report)
PagerDuty, Inc engages in the operation of a digital operations management platform in the United States and internationally. The company’s digital operations management platform collects data and digital signals from virtually any software-enabled system or device and leverage machine learning to correlate, process, and predict opportunities and issues. Its platform includes PagerDuty Incident Management that provides a real-time view across the status of a digital service while incorporating noise reduction to remove false positives; AIOps that applies machine learning to correlate and automate the identification of incidents from billions of events; Process Automation offers centralized design time and run time environment for orchestrating automated workflows that span across departments, technologies, and networks; Customer Service Operations, which is offered to orchestrate, automate, and scale responses to customer impacting issues.
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Vertiv oznámil za 2. čtvrtletí tržby ve výši 3,274 miliardy USD, což je meziročně o 24,1 % více, a upravený EPS 1,52 USD. Firma zároveň zvýšila celoroční výhled tržeb i zisku.
Vertiv and Schneider Electric both posted blockbuster AI-driven growth, but their earnings tell two very different stories about where the real money gets made in the data center cooling race.
Vertiv (NYSE:VRT | VRT Price Prediction) and Schneider Electric (OTC:SBGSF) just delivered earnings that frame the AI infrastructure boom from opposite ends of the barbell. Vertiv is a pure play on data center power and cooling. Schneider is a diversified global electrification giant that owns APC and, since Q2 2025, Motivair for liquid cooling. Both grew fast. Only one is levered entirely to the hyperscale wave.
AI Racks Carry Vertiv. Grid and Automation Carry Schneider. Vertiv posted Q2 2026 revenue of $3.274 billion, up 24.1%, with 18% organic growth and adjusted EPS of $1.52. Americas surged 29.2% on hyperscale AI, while EMEA barely moved. CEO Giordano Albertazzi told investors “demand for AI and general compute continues to intensify” and that deployments are getting “more complex and more infrastructure-intensive.” Free cash flow jumped to $925.3 million, a signal that milestone payments on giant projects are landing early.
Schneider Electric reported record H1 2026 revenue of €21.2 billion, up 14% organic, with Q2 alone at €11.5 billion (+17% organic). Energy Management, which houses data center power, grew 18% organic. CEO Olivier Blum raised full-year adjusted EBITA growth guidance to 14 to 19%. Motivair is now scaling as its liquid cooling arm, aimed squarely at GPU-dense workloads. The rest of the portfolio (industrial automation, buildings, grid) grew far slower.
Pure-Play Cooling Bet vs. Diversified Electrification Machine Lens Vertiv Schneider Electric Core Bet Power, thermal, liquid cooling for AI racks Global electrification plus data centers Signature Tech PurgeRite Near Zero, 800V DC roadmap APC UPS, Motivair CDUs and cold plates Growth Engine Americas hyperscale Energy Management segment Key Vulnerability AI capex concentration, EMEA softness Slower automation, FX drag Vertiv is engineering ahead of the GPU curve. Management confirmed 800-volt DC architecture at rack and pod level is under customer validation in 2026, with deployment in 2027. Schneider is broader and steadier. Motivair gives it credible cold-plate capability, but its identity is still the global grid and factory floor, not the AI thermal loop.
Backlog Conversion Becomes the Next Proving Ground Vertiv raised FY26 guidance to $13.80 billion to $14.20 billion in revenue and adjusted EPS of $6.65 to $6.75, implying 58 to 61% EPS growth. Q3 organic growth is guided to 34 to 36%. That is a lot to execute against supply chain congestion Chamberlin admitted may linger. I will keep an eye on EMEA, which management insists returns to growth in the second half. Schneider’s watch item is different: whether industrial automation and buildings ever catch up to the data center business, or drag on the multiple.
Why I Own the Story Through Vertiv, With Schneider as Ballast If you want unfiltered exposure to AI cooling economics, Vertiv is the cleaner vehicle. The stock is up 66.01% year to date and 114.28% over one year, so I know I am paying for velocity. That said, a market cap near $103.5 billion against a raised guide still leaves room if 2027 orders match the tone of this call. Schneider, up 23.14% year to date, suits an investor who wants AI exposure without single-theme risk, plus a euro dividend and an industrial base that will not vanish if hyperscale capex slows. For me, Vertiv deserves the money right now. Schneider deserves the watchlist for the day AI cooling growth normalizes. If you want a wider map of the picks-and-shovels names powering this buildout beyond the chipmakers, we put seven of them in a free report on the AI infrastructure trade.
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Vertiv koupí UtilityInnovation Group za až 2,6 miliardy USD, aby řešil klíčové omezení AI datacenter: dostupnost elektřiny. Firma očekává, že akvizice bude v prvním roce akreční pro upravený EPS.
Vertiv Holdings NYSE: VRT just made its clearest statement yet about where the next phase of AI infrastructure spending is headed. On Sept. 2, the company announced it will acquire UtilityInnovation Group (UIG), a microgrid and behind-the-meter power specialist. The deal will be financed with roughly $1.45 billion in cash up front, with another $1.15 billion tied to EBITDA targets over the next two years, pushing the total potential price tag to $2.6 billion.
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The market's first reaction will likely focus on the cost. A 13x multiple on UIG's expected 2027 EBITDA isn't cheap for a company most investors have never heard of. But investors don't have to dig too deep to get to see the bigger picture. The acquisition is really a bet on solving the single biggest constraint standing between AI data center demand and actual deployed capacity.
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Industry executives call it "time to power," and it's become as important as chip supply in determining how fast AI infrastructure gets built. Utility interconnection queues in major markets can stretch over years. UIG's technology lets operators bypass that bottleneck through onsite generation and grid-independent architectures. Vertiv is betting that owning this capability outright is worth the premium.
What UtilityInnovation Group Brings to VertivUIG isn't a generic acquisition target. Founded in 2020 and based in Raleigh, North Carolina, with a European headquarters in Dublin, the company built its business specifically around the messiest part of data center power planning: the handoff between the utility grid and the site itself. Its technology includes proprietary controls software and pre-engineered microgrid switchgear designed to coordinate multiple power sources in real time.
That's a different layer of the stack than what Vertiv historically sold. Vertiv's core business has been power distribution, thermal management, and IT infrastructure inside the data center walls. UIG pushes Vertiv upstream, to where a customer is still deciding how to secure power before a single rack gets installed. CEO Gio Albertazzi said the deal extends Vertiv's reach "from source to chip" without locking customers into one supplier.
That framing matters for how investors should read this deal. It's not a diversification play into an unrelated business. It's a vertical extension into the exact problem that determines how quickly a data center can go from site selection to what Albertazzi called "first token."
Why Vertiv Structured the UIG Deal Around Performance TargetsThe earnout structure deserves attention, too. Vertiv is paying $1.45 billion now and deferring up to $1.15 billion until UIG hits specific EBITDA milestones over 12- and 24-month periods. If the full earnout is paid, the effective multiple drops meaningfully below 13x, because that scenario only occurs if UIG's growth materializes.
In other words, Vertiv isn't overpaying for a story. It's structuring the deal so that a large chunk of the price is paid only if the growth is real. That's a meaningfully different setup than an acquirer paying a rich multiple purely on projected synergies with no accountability built in.
Vertiv also expects the deal to be accretive to adjusted earnings per share (EPS) in year one. That's a notable claim for an acquisition of this size, and it suggests management has confidence in UIG's near-term cash generation, not just its long-term strategic fit.
Vertiv's Acquisition Tests the AI Infrastructure Growth ThesisThis deal is really a referendum on how durable the AI infrastructure buildout thesis is. Skeptics have argued for months that power constraints could cap the pace of data center construction regardless of how much capital gets committed. Vertiv's move suggests the company sees that constraint not as a ceiling on the opportunity, but as the opportunity itself.
If time-to-power becomes as critical a differentiator as time-to-market has been in other industries, the company that owns the tools to compress that timeline captures outsized value. Vertiv is positioning itself to be that company, extending its portfolio from grid interconnect all the way to the rack.
There are real risks. The deal still needs regulatory approval and isn't expected to close until the fourth quarter of 2026. Integration of a five-year-old company with global operations carries execution risk. And the price tag is still substantial, even for a company of Vertiv's size.
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The picks-and-shovels trade around AI data centers has evolved fast. A year ago, the story was mostly chips and cooling. Now it's expanding into everything that touches power: transformers, switchgear, and increasingly, generation sources themselves.
Vertiv's move puts it in closer competition with Eaton NYSE: ETN and Quanta Services NYSE: PWR, both of which are building out their own power-adjacent capabilities.
The difference is that Vertiv is buying rather than partnering, a bigger commitment that reshapes its growth algorithm.
This isn't a company simply riding demand for existing products. It's actively expanding its addressable market to capture more value within each customer relationship, positioning itself as a single, accountable vendor from grid interconnect to the rack.
What Investors Should Watch After the Vertiv-UIG AcquisitionWatch for commentary on UIG's order pipeline once Vertiv reports earnings following the deal's close. Any specifics on hyperscaler or colocation discussions already underway would quickly validate the demand thesis. Also track whether Eaton, Quanta Services, or generation-focused players like Bloom Energy NYSE: BE make similar moves, confirming the whole industry sees behind-the-meter power as the next frontier.
But the strategic logic is sound. AI data center operators aren't just competing on chip access anymore. They're competing on how fast they can get power to those chips. Vertiv just bought a meaningful edge in that race, and the market will spend the next several quarters deciding whether the price was worth it.
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Canada Pension Plan Investment Board ve 2. čtvrtletí získal novou pozici v Lincoln Electric za zhruba 361 000 USD. Firma zároveň oznámila čtvrtletní dividendu ve výši 0,79 USD na akcii.
Canada Pension Plan Investment Board purchased a new position in Lincoln Electric Holdings, Inc. (NASDAQ:LECO – Free Report) during the second quarter, according to its most recent disclosure with the Securities & Exchange Commission. The institutional investor purchased 10,200 shares of the industrial products company’s stock, valued at approximately $361,000.
Other hedge funds and other institutional investors have also modified their holdings of the company. BlackRock Inc. acquired a new stake in shares of Lincoln Electric during the 2nd quarter valued at about $656,165,000. K.J. Harrison & Partners Inc acquired a new position in Lincoln Electric in the fourth quarter worth approximately $1,677,000. Norges Bank acquired a new position in Lincoln Electric in the fourth quarter worth approximately $415,155,000. California State Teachers Retirement System raised its position in Lincoln Electric by 23.2% during the first quarter. California State Teachers Retirement System now owns 64,257 shares of the industrial products company’s stock valued at $16,005,000 after acquiring an additional 12,093 shares in the last quarter. Finally, Geode Capital Management LLC raised its position in Lincoln Electric by 0.5% during the fourth quarter. Geode Capital Management LLC now owns 1,306,641 shares of the industrial products company’s stock valued at $313,175,000 after acquiring an additional 6,070 shares in the last quarter. 79.61% of the stock is currently owned by hedge funds and other institutional investors.
Lincoln Electric News Roundup Here are the key news stories impacting Lincoln Electric this week:
Positive Sentiment: Higher earnings expectations: Zacks Research raised its EPS forecasts across multiple periods, including Q1 2027 to $2.73 from $2.66, Q2 2027 to $3.27 from $3.24, and Q4 2027 to $3.06 from $3.02. Its FY2027 forecast increased to $12.08 from $11.88, above the current-year consensus of $11.13. Lincoln Electric analyst estimates Positive Sentiment: Longer-term growth outlook improved: Zacks lifted its Q1 2028 EPS estimate to $2.95 from $2.88, Q2 2028 to $3.43 from $3.37, and FY2028 to $12.90 from $12.62. The upward revisions suggest expectations for continued earnings expansion at the industrial-products company. Lincoln Electric long-term earnings estimates Positive Sentiment: GARP and industry positioning: Zacks identified LECO as a growth-at-a-reasonable-price candidate, citing solid prospects relative to valuation. The company was also included among manufacturing-tools stocks positioned to benefit from increased manufacturing activity, technological progress and strategic acquisitions. GARP stocks article Manufacturing tools stocks article Analysts Set New Price Targets Several analysts have commented on LECO shares. UBS Group began coverage on shares of Lincoln Electric in a research report on Monday, August 10th. They issued a “buy” rating and a $340.00 target price for the company. DA Davidson assumed coverage on shares of Lincoln Electric in a report on Tuesday, June 16th. They set a “buy” rating and a $320.00 price target on the stock. Weiss Ratings raised shares of Lincoln Electric from a “buy (b-)” rating to a “buy (b)” rating in a research note on Friday, July 10th. Wall Street Zen upgraded shares of Lincoln Electric from a “hold” rating to a “buy” rating in a report on Saturday, August 8th. Finally, Morgan Stanley raised shares of Lincoln Electric from an “underweight” rating to an “equal weight” rating and increased their target price for the stock from $257.00 to $283.00 in a research report on Monday, August 10th. One analyst has rated the stock with a Strong Buy rating, five have assigned a Buy rating and four have issued a Hold rating to the stock. According to data from MarketBeat, the company presently has a consensus rating of “Moderate Buy” and a consensus price target of $307.22. Check Out Our Latest Analysis on LECO
Lincoln Electric Price Performance NASDAQ LECO opened at $273.83 on Friday. The stock has a 50-day simple moving average of $267.57 and a 200 day simple moving average of $265.33. Lincoln Electric Holdings, Inc. has a twelve month low of $216.22 and a twelve month high of $310.00. The stock has a market capitalization of $14.93 billion, a PE ratio of 27.36, a P/E/G ratio of 1.63 and a beta of 1.21. The company has a debt-to-equity ratio of 0.74, a quick ratio of 1.20 and a current ratio of 1.98.
Lincoln Electric (NASDAQ:LECO – Get Free Report) last released its earnings results on Thursday, July 30th. The industrial products company reported $2.93 earnings per share (EPS) for the quarter, beating analysts’ consensus estimates of $2.81 by $0.12. The firm had revenue of $1.22 billion for the quarter, compared to analyst estimates of $1.17 billion. Lincoln Electric had a return on equity of 39.23% and a net margin of 12.35%.The company’s revenue was up 12.0% on a year-over-year basis. During the same quarter last year, the firm posted $2.60 EPS. Research analysts anticipate that Lincoln Electric Holdings, Inc. will post 11.16 EPS for the current year.
Lincoln Electric Announces Dividend The business also recently disclosed a quarterly dividend, which will be paid on Thursday, October 15th. Stockholders of record on Wednesday, September 30th will be paid a $0.79 dividend. The ex-dividend date is Wednesday, September 30th. This represents a $3.16 annualized dividend and a dividend yield of 1.2%. Lincoln Electric’s dividend payout ratio (DPR) is presently 31.57%.
Insider Transactions at Lincoln Electric In related news, EVP Michael Whitehead sold 845 shares of the business’s stock in a transaction on Tuesday, June 16th. The shares were sold at an average price of $274.81, for a total transaction of $232,214.45. Following the transaction, the executive vice president owned 9,319 shares of the company’s stock, valued at approximately $2,560,954.39. The trade was a 8.31% decrease in their ownership of the stock. The sale was disclosed in a legal filing with the SEC, which is available through this hyperlink. Company insiders own 1.68% of the company’s stock.
Lincoln Electric Company Profile (Free Report)
Lincoln Electric Holdings, Inc (NASDAQ: LECO) is a global manufacturer and distributor of welding products, robotic welding systems, plasma and oxyfuel cutting equipment, and surface treatment systems. The company’s portfolio encompasses welding consumables such as electrodes and wires, as well as power sources, torches, and automated welding cells. Lincoln Electric also offers software solutions and training services designed to optimize productivity and quality in fabrication and manufacturing operations.
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Baker Hughes získal od OGDC víceletou zakázku na zvýšení produkce na více než 120 vrtech v Pákistánu. Součástí budou AI řízené chemické injekce, workovery a zásahy do vrtů.
Key Takeaways Baker Hughes will support more than 120 wells across Pakistan's Tando Alam and Pirkoh fields.BKR will deploy AI-enabled chemical injections, workovers and interventions to restore well output.The multi-year contract expands Baker Hughes' service opportunities and supports recurring activity with OGDC. Baker Hughes Company (BKR - Free Report) has secured a multi-year contract from Oil & Gas Development Company (OGDC) to help improve production from mature oil and gas fields in Pakistan. The agreement extends a decades-long relationship between the companies and supports Pakistan’s efforts to increase energy supply from domestic resources.
The work will cover more than 120 wells across the Tando Alam Oil Complex and Pirkoh field. Baker Hughes will initially evaluate field-level challenges and prepare redevelopment plans linked to OGDC’s production and economic targets. The company will also recommend integrated technology and digital solutions to improve production performance and increase recovery from these existing assets.
Technology Supports Production ImprovementOnce the evaluation is complete, the project will be moved into operational execution. Baker Hughes plans to use solutions including artificial intelligence (AI)-enabled chemical injections to improve flow assurance, along with well workovers and intervention services designed to restore output from underperforming wells.
The contract highlights BKR’s ability to combine digital tools, technical expertise and field services in a single offering. This integrated approach can help OGDC extract more value from mature assets while giving Baker Hughes a broader role across multiple stages of the redevelopment program.
How the OGDC Deal Benefits Baker HughesFor Baker Hughes, the multi-year nature of the contract adds greater visibility into future activity within its oilfield services & equipment business. Since the project covers evaluation, technology deployment, well intervention and production optimization, BKR stands to benefit from multiple revenue streams as work progresses.
By expanding its presence in Pakistan and deepening ties with a major domestic energy producer, Baker Hughes strengthens its business model and enhances long-term investment appeal. Successful execution is expected to improve BKR’s prospects for follow-on work with OGDC and demonstrate its mature-field capabilities to other operators facing similar production challenges.
Investment Case Gains Another Growth DriverThe agreement reinforces Baker Hughes’ strategy of using technology and integrated services to address complex customer needs. Growing demand for higher production from existing fields can create further opportunities for such solutions. The OGDC contract therefore adds to BKR’s long-term commercial pipeline while supporting recurring service activity and wider adoption of its production technologies.
BKR’s Zacks Rank & Key PicksBaker Hughes currently carries a Zacks Rank #3 (Hold).
The OGDC contract highlights how sustained upstream investment can create opportunities for oilfield technology and service providers. With West Texas Intermediate (“WTI”) crude prices above $90 per barrel, according to Oilprice.com, exploration companies are well-positioned to maintain drilling activity, boost recovery from existing fields and invest in production infrastructure.
This backdrop is likely to support demand for companies offering drilling tools, completion services, offshore solutions and production technologies. Therefore, alongside Baker Hughes, Drilling Tools International Corporation (DTI - Free Report) , RPC, Inc. (RES - Free Report) and Oceaneering International, Inc. (OII - Free Report) stand to benefit.
DTI currently sports a Zacks Rank #1 (Strong Buy), while RES and OII carry a Zacks Rank #2 (Buy) each. You can see the complete list of today’s Zacks Rank #1 stocks here.
Drilling Tools manufactures and rents downhole tools used in oil and natural gas wells, giving it direct exposure to drilling activity. A supportive commodity-price environment can encourage producers to sustain or increase field spending, benefiting demand for DTI’s tools. Despite softer North American land activity and Middle East disruptions, the company generated $4.1 million of adjusted free cash flow in the second quarter of 2026, with management also pointing to improving activity across several markets.
RPC’s range of completion and production services positions it to participate in higher oilfield activity when producers step up spending. Its offerings span pressure pumping, wireline, cementing and downhole tools, providing exposure across several stages of well development. RES reported second-quarter 2026 revenues of $460.9 million, up 1% sequentially, while adjusted EBITDA increased 23.3% to $66 million on a better job mix and stronger activity across several service lines.
Oceaneering International provides engineered products, services and robotic solutions for offshore energy operations. Greater offshore investment is likely to support demand for OII’s subsea technologies and manufactured products. In the second quarter of 2026, revenues rose 10% to $768 million and adjusted EBITDA increased 11% to $115 million. Its Manufactured Products backlog stood at $445 million at June-end, with additional orders expected in the second half.
Industrial Services čelí vyšším nákladům a narušeným dodavatelským řetězcům, ale těží z růstu výroby a e-commerce. Zacks přesto sektor hodnotí na #192 z 248 odvětví.
The Zacks Industrial Services industry faces near-term challenges from rising operating costs, supply-chain disruptions and a tight labor market. Industry players are focusing on pricing, cost controls and productivity improvements to protect margins. The manufacturing sector’s recovery and e-commerce growth offer promising catalysts.
Companies such as W.W. Grainger, Inc. (GWW - Free Report) , Fastenal (FAST - Free Report) , MSC Industrial Direct Co., Inc. (MSM - Free Report) , Global Industrial Company (GIC - Free Report) and DMC Global (BOOM - Free Report) seem well-positioned to benefit from these trends. They are actively cutting costs, improving operational efficiency and investing in automation and digitization, moves that are expected to drive sustainable growth and strengthen their market position.
Industry Description The Zacks Industrial Services industry comprises companies that provide industrial equipment products and MRO (maintenance, repair and operations) services. It includes routine maintenance, emergency maintenance and spare part inventory control, which keep a facility and its equipment in good operating condition. Industry participants serve a wide array of customers, ranging from commercial, government and healthcare to manufacturing. The industry's products (power tools, hand tools, cutting fluids, lubricants, personal protective equipment and consumables) are utilized in production and plant maintenance but are not directly related to customers’ core products or services. These companies reduce MRO supply-chain costs and improve customers' plant floor productivity by offering inventory management and process and procurement solutions.
Trends Shaping the Future of the Industrial Services Industry Elevated Costs and Supply-Chain Disruptions Remain Headwinds: The industry continues to face elevated inflation across labor, freight, fuel and tariff-related inputs as well as tariff-related impacts. Companies are witnessing labor shortages for some positions and incurring higher costs to meet demand. In addition, disruptions linked to the Iran conflict have further strained supply chains and increased overall cost pressures. The ISM Supplier Deliveries Index indicated slower delivery times for the ninth consecutive month in August, highlighting ongoing logistics bottlenecks. At the same time, the ISM Prices Index remained elevated at 71.1%, marking 23 straight months of rising input costs. This sustained inflation is being driven by higher steel and aluminum prices, tariffs on a range of imported goods and increased petroleum-related costs stemming from Middle East tensions. In response, industry participants are focusing on pricing actions, cost optimization, productivity gains and diversification of supplier networks to offset these pressures.
Manufacturing Expansion Bodes Well for Growth: The manufacturing sector contributes around 70% to the industry's revenues. The Institute for Supply Management’s manufacturing index has been above 50%, showing expansion, since January 2026. The latest reading was 54.6% in August. The New Orders Index has also expanded for the eighth consecutive month. This looks promising for the industry. Although demand conditions have improved compared with last year, elevated oil and diesel prices, alongside ongoing geopolitical uncertainty, continue to weigh on sentiment, with many customers remaining cautious and adopting a wait-and-watch approach.
Digitalization and E-commerce Drive Growth Opportunities: MRO demand is significantly impacted by the evolution of e-commerce. Customer demand for highly tailored solutions, with real-time access to information and rapid delivery of products, is rising. Customers want to execute their business activities in the most efficient way possible, which often means online. E-commerce is expected to surge due to rising Internet penetration, widespread smartphone adoption and the convenience of online shopping. Additionally, advancements in digital payments, logistics and personalization are making the online shopping experience faster, safer and more customer-centric. To capitalize on this trend, industrial service companies are heavily investing in improving their digital capabilities and increasing their e-commerce share.
Zacks Industry Rank Indicates Dull Prospects The group’s Zacks Industry Rank, basically the average of the Zacks Rank of all the member stocks, indicates bearish prospects in the near term. The Zacks Industrial Services Industry, a 17-stock group within the broader Zacks Industrial Products sector, currently carries a Zacks Industry Rank #192, which places it in the bottom 23% of 248 Zacks industries. Our research shows that the top 50% of the Zacks-ranked industries outperforms the bottom 50% by a factor of more than 2 to 1.
Before we present a few Industrial services stocks that investors can add to their portfolio, it is worth taking a look at the industry’s stock-market performance and its valuation picture.
Industry Vs S&P 500 & Sector The Industrial Services industry has underperformed its sector and the Zacks S&P 500 composite over the past year. Over this period, the industry has dipped 7.6% against the sector’s rise of 16%. The Zacks S&P 500 composite has moved up 19.2%.
One-Year Price Performance
Industry's Current Valuation On the basis of the trailing 12-month EV/EBITDA ratio, a commonly used multiple for valuing Industrial Services companies, we see that the industry is currently trading at 36.44X compared with the S&P 500’s 17.78X and the Industrial Products sector’s trailing 12-month EV/EBITDA of 19.23X. This is shown in the charts below.
Enterprise Value/EBITDA (EV/EBITDA) TTM Ratio
Enterprise Value/EBITDA (EV/EBITDA) TTM Ratio
Over the last five years, the industry traded as high as 43.65X and as low as 25.24X, the median being 35.55X.
5 Industrial Services Stocks to Keep an Eye on Fastenal: The company appears well-positioned for continued growth, supported by strong customer share gains, expanding digital adoption and resilient demand across manufacturing and non-residential construction. Its technology-driven model, including its FMI vending network and eBusiness platform, should strengthen customer relationships and enhance operating efficiency. The company’s disciplined cost management has enabled it to preserve profitability despite inflationary pressures and unfavorable price/cost dynamics. Continued investment in tools, technology, and analytics is expected to support scalable growth. For 2026, FAST expects capital expenditures for property and equipment to range between $310 million and $330 million, up from $230.6 million in 2025. The higher expenditure reflects spending to replace its Atlanta hub facility and improve picking capacity and efficiency across its hub network. FAST also plans to increase trucking spend and IT spending, as projects that were expected in 2025 experienced delays and are expected to continue throughout 2026.
The Zacks Consensus Estimate for the Winona, MN-based company’s fiscal 2026 earnings has moved up 1.6% in the past 90 days. The consensus mark indicates year-over-year growth of 14.7%. FAST has a long-term estimated earnings growth rate of 12.7% and currently carries a Zacks Rank #2 (Buy).
You can see the complete list of today’s Zacks #1 Rank (Strong Buy) stocks here.
Price: & Consensus: FAST
DMC Global: Second-quarter 2026 consolidated sales and adjusted EBITDA exceeded expectations driven by improved results at Arcadia Products, the company’s building products business. Arcadia delivered its strongest sales performance since the second quarter of 2024, with revenues increasing 9% year over year and 19% sequentially despite challenging conditions in the commercial construction market, particularly for large, long-cycle projects. The improved performance was driven by successful efforts to strengthen its short-cycle commercial product line through improved product availability and service across its network of regional service centers. The high-end residential windows and doors business also recorded improved year-over-year performance, while higher average aluminum prices provided an additional boost to sales. Meanwhile, demand at DynaEnergetics remained steady across its North American and international markets. Looking ahead, continued momentum at Arcadia, anticipated growth in well completion activity across DynaEnergetics’ oil and gas and EGS markets, and higher project shipments at NobelClad are expected to support DMC Global's overall performance.
The Zacks Consensus Estimate for Broomfield, CO-based DMC Global’s earnings has moved up from a prior expected loss of 25 cents to the current projected loss of two cents per share over the past 90 days. The company currently carries a Zacks Rank of 2.
Price & Consensus: BOOM
Grainger: The company continues to benefit from strong volume growth in its High-Touch Solutions segment and expanding customer activity within the Endless Assortment segment. High-Touch Solutions is seeing gains from a more favorable product mix, while repeat customer growth at MonotaRO and Zoro is supporting performance in Endless Assortment. Higher sales volumes and pricing initiatives are expected to contribute to revenue growth in the coming quarters. Grainger continues to invest in e-commerce, digital capabilities and supply-chain execution to improve the end-to-end customer experience. In August 2026, it acquired technology, intellectual property and talent assets from Adroit Worldwide Media for $210 million. The technology is intended to improve MRO inventory management, product availability and labor efficiency, with a commercial pilot planned over the next several months.
The Zacks Consensus Estimate for fiscal 2026 earnings for the Lake Forest, IL-based company indicates year-over-year growth of 17%. The estimate has moved up 1.8% over the past 90 days. GWW currently has a trailing four-quarter earnings surprise of 5.91%, on average. It has an estimated long-term earnings growth rate of 12.2% and a Zacks Rank #3 (Hold).
Price & Consensus: GWW
MSC Industrial: The company delivered the third consecutive quarter of year-over-year operating margin expansion in the fiscal third quarter of 2026 (ended May 31, 2026), supported by structural cost reductions. Average daily sales rose 7.8%, exceeding expectations as both pricing and volumes returned to growth. Management is advancing its “Mission Critical” strategy, focused on profitable growth, market share gains and productivity. The current phase emphasizes strengthening core customer and OEM fastener relationships, improving supply-chain efficiency, enhancing digital capabilities and reducing operating expenses. Recent initiatives include web price realignment, expanded marketing, E-commerce enhancements and a data-driven sales optimization program. In fiscal 2026, the company is further leveraging analytics and organizational alignment to deliver a more personalized customer experience and improve end-to-end efficiency. The company plans to selectively pursue strategic acquisitions that expand its markets and enhance its product and service offerings.
The Zacks Consensus Estimate for Melville, NY-based MSM’s fiscal 2026 earnings has moved up 3.2% in the past 90 days. It currently indicates year-over-year growth of 19.4%. The company has a trailing four-quarter earnings surprise of 4.8%, on average. It currently carries a Zacks Rank of 3.
Price & Consensus: MSM
Global Industrial Company: The company delivered another quarter of strong, broad-based growth, with second-quarter 2026 revenues rising 7.7% and average daily sales increasing 9.3%. This marked GIC’s third consecutive quarter of high-single-digit average daily sales growth, driven by gains in both volume and pricing. GIC continues to advance strategic initiatives focused on driving profitable top-line growth and scaling the business in 2026 and beyond. These efforts include building a more customer-centric business model and reshaping its go-to-market strategy to better address evolving customer needs. The company is also deepening customer relationships, expanding e-procurement adoption, strengthening vertical specialization and enhancing collaboration across sales, marketing, merchandising and digital teams. Together, these initiatives are designed to support sustainable organic growth, increase share of wallet, drive market-share gains and strengthen long-term performance
The Zacks Consensus Estimate for the Port Washington, NY-based company’s fiscal 2026 earnings has been revised 21% upward in the past 90 days. The consensus mark indicates year-over-year growth of 25.4%. General Industrial has a long-term estimated earnings growth rate of 16% and a Zacks Rank of 3.
Sprinklr vykázal ve čtvrtletí tržby 213,74 milionu USD, meziročně o 0,8 % více, ale pod odhadem Wall Street 214,51 milionu USD. EPS činil 0,11 USD na akcii oproti 0,13 USD před rokem.
Sprinklr (CXM - Free Report) reported $213.74 million in revenue for the quarter ended July 2026, representing a year-over-year increase of 0.8%. EPS of $0.11 for the same period compares to $0.13 a year ago.
The reported revenue represents a surprise of -0.36% over the Zacks Consensus Estimate of $214.51 million. With the consensus EPS estimate being $0.10, the EPS surprise was +10%.
While investors closely watch year-over-year changes in headline numbers -- revenue and earnings -- and how they compare to Wall Street expectations to determine their next course of action, some key metrics always provide a better insight into a company's underlying performance.
As these metrics influence top- and bottom-line performance, comparing them to the year-ago numbers and what analysts estimated helps investors project a stock's price performance more accurately.
Here is how Sprinklr performed in the just reported quarter in terms of the metrics most widely monitored and projected by Wall Street analysts:
Gross Margin - Subscription: 74% compared to the 74.1% average estimate based on three analysts.Gross Margin - Professional services: -25% versus -10% estimated by two analysts on average.Revenue- Subscription: $194.85 million versus the three-analyst average estimate of $193.99 million. The reported number represents a year-over-year change of +3.4%.Revenue- Professional services: $18.9 million versus the three-analyst average estimate of $20.52 million. The reported number represents a year-over-year change of -19.8%.View all Key Company Metrics for Sprinklr here>>>
Shares of Sprinklr have returned -5.6% over the past month versus the Zacks S&P 500 composite's +2.1% change. The stock currently has a Zacks Rank #3 (Hold), indicating that it could perform in line with the broader market in the near term.
Revvity zvýšila výhled tržeb i upraveného EPS pro rok 2026 po 11% růstu organických tržeb Diagnostics ve 2. čtvrtletí. Akcie se ale obchodují za 22,9násobek forward zisku, nad srovnávacími benchmarky.
Key Takeaways Revvity raised 2026 revenue and EPS guidance as Diagnostics organic revenues grew 11% in the second quarter.RVTY trades at 22.9X forward earnings, above its industry, sector, S&P 500 and five-year median benchmarks.Revvity's software revenues fell about 20%, while second-quarter free cash flow reached $183.8 million. Revvity, Inc. (RVTY - Free Report) is entering the second half of 2026 with stronger operating momentum. Raised guidance, double-digit Diagnostics growth and better cash generation have improved the earnings setup.
The counterweight is valuation. RVTY already trades above its industry, sector and market benchmarks, while software and research-funding volatility keep execution risk in view. That mix favors a selective approach rather than treating the improving outlook as an automatic buy signal.
Revvity’s Growth Outlook Has Clearly ImprovedRevvity raised 2026 pro forma revenue guidance to $2.83-$2.86 billion and adjusted earnings guidance to $5.30-$5.40 per share. The company now expects 4%-5% organic growth, up from its prior 3%-4% range.
Diagnostics is doing much of the heavy lifting. Second-quarter pro forma organic revenues rose 11%, with Reproductive Health up in the mid-teens and Immunodiagnostics outside China accelerating to the high single digits. Danaher Corporation (DHR - Free Report) also reported improving Life Sciences conditions in its second quarter, adding a useful industry read on recovering demand.
RVTY Still Trades at a Premium to Key BenchmarksRVTY trades at 22.9X forward 12-month earnings, above the 16.5X Zacks sub-industry multiple, 21.6X sector multiple and 19.9X for the S&P 500. The stock is also above its five-year median of 21.7X.
That premium raises the bar for execution. Medpace Holdings, Inc. (MEDP - Free Report) , a global clinical contract research organization serving biotechnology and pharmaceutical customers, provides another way to track R&D spending trends, but Revvity’s own multiple already assumes investors will reward a sustained recovery.
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Revvity’s Software and Funding Risks RemainLife Sciences pro forma organic revenues fell 3% in the second quarter. Software declined about 20% because of contract-renewal timing and difficult comparisons, more than offsetting low-single-digit growth in Life Sciences Solutions.
Academic and government sales also declined in the low single digits. Management expects software to return to strong double-digit growth in the second half, but uneven funding cycles and renewal timing could make that recovery less linear than the headline guidance suggests.
RVTY’s Cash Flow Supports the Portfolio TransitionSecond-quarter free cash flow reached $183.8 million, equal to 117% of adjusted net income. Year-to-date free cash flow totaled $299 million, representing 108% conversion.
Revvity also retired a €500 million note in July. Management expects gross leverage to fall below 3X by year-end, while net leverage was 2.5X at quarter-end. That balance-sheet progress gives the company more flexibility as it reinvests in growth initiatives and works toward the planned China Immunodiagnostics divestiture.
RVTY’s Rank Helps, but Style Scores Urge SelectivityThe improving outlook supports the fundamental case, but valuation and mixed operating trends argue against ignoring entry price. The setup looks stronger than it did earlier in the year, yet the risk-reward remains more balanced than the raised guidance alone might imply.
RVTY currently carries a Zacks Rank #3 (Hold), while the Zacks Consensus Estimate for current-year earnings has risen 2.1% over the past four weeks. That combination points to moderately favorable near-term earnings-estimate momentum. While Medpace carries a Zacks Rank #2 (Buy), Danaher carries a Zacks Rank of 3. You can see the complete list of today’s Zacks #1 Rank (Strong Buy) stocks here.
The Style Scores are less supportive. Revvity has a Value Score of D, Growth Score of C, Momentum Score of F and VGM Score of F. Because Style Scores are designed to complement the Zacks Rank, those weaker readings suggest investors may want greater selectivity despite the positive Rank, particularly while the stock trades at a premium valuation.
Pilgrim’s Pride zahájila soukromou nabídku seniorních dluhopisů až do výše 500 milionů EUR. Výtěžek chce použít na obecné firemní účely a financování akvizice Walkers Deli & Sausage Company.
GREELEY, Colo., Sept. 04, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Pilgrim’s Pride Corporation (NASDAQ: PPC) (the “Company” or “Pilgrim’s Pride”) and Pilgrim’s Europe Finance plc, a wholly owned subsidiary of the Company, incorporated under the laws of England and Wales (together with the Company, the “Issuers”), announced today that they have commenced a private offering, subject to market conditions, of up to €500 million aggregate principal amount of senior notes (the “Notes”).
The Issuers intend to use the net proceeds from the offering for general corporate purposes, including to fund the consideration in connection with the Company’s recently announced acquisition of Walkers Deli & Sausage Company (the “Walkers Acquisition”) and to pay costs and expenses related thereto. The offering is not conditioned on the closing of the Walkers Acquisition.
The Notes have not been registered under the Securities Act of 1933, as amended (the “Securities Act”), or the securities laws of any state or other jurisdiction, and may not be offered or sold in the United States absent registration or an applicable exemption from such registration requirements. The Notes will be offered only to qualified institutional buyers pursuant to Rule 144A under the Securities Act and to certain non-U.S. persons in accordance with Regulation S under the Securities Act. This press release does not constitute an offer to sell or a solicitation of an offer to buy, nor shall there be any sale of any of the securities in any jurisdiction in which such offer, solicitation or sale would be unlawful prior to registration or qualification under the securities laws of any such jurisdiction. The securities being offered have not been approved or disapproved by any regulatory authority, nor has any such authority passed upon the accuracy or adequacy of any offering document.
About Pilgrim’s Pride
The Company employs approximately 63,000 people and operates protein processing plants and prepared-foods facilities in 14 states, Puerto Rico, Mexico, the U.K., the Republic of Ireland and continental Europe. The Company’s primary distribution is through retailers and foodservice distributors.
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Blue Owl Technology Finance Corp. uzavřela soukromou emisi seniorních nezajištěných dluhopisů v objemu 150 milionů USD s kupónem 7,60 % a splatností v září 2032. Celkové dluhové financování od 30. června tak vzrostlo na 800 milionů USD.
Third financing since June 30 brings total debt financing raised to $800 million, further strengthening OTF's liquidity and financial flexibility
, /PRNewswire/ -- Blue Owl Technology Finance Corp. (NYSE: OTF) ("OTF") today announced the closing of a private placement of $150 million aggregate principal amount of 7.60% senior unsecured notes due September 3, 2032 (the "Notes").
This transaction marks OTF's third financing since June 30, 2026, bringing total debt capital raised during the period to $800 million. In August, OTF issued an additional $400 million of its 6.500% notes due 2029. OTF also raised $250 million through a special purpose vehicle facility secured by a pool of portfolio investments.
"OTF's portfolio continues to perform well, with one of the lowest non-accrual rates in the BDC sector, and we continue to see strong support from both debt investors and our bank partners," said Craig W. Packer, Chief Executive Officer. "We have raised $800 million of debt financing since quarter-end through unsecured notes and an SPV facility, which further strengthens and diversifies our funding base. This added flexibility positions us to grow the portfolio and capitalize on an increasingly attractive environment for technology investing while maintaining our underwriting discipline that has defined OTF's performance."
During the second quarter, OTF issued $500 million of its 6.500% notes due 2029, added $150 million of secured financing and extended its $2.7 billion revolving credit facility. Every existing bank partner renewed its revolver commitment, and OTF added a new lending relationship that provided incremental financing capacity. OTF ended the quarter with more than $2 billion of cash and available capacity across its credit facilities and repaid its notes due June 2026 at maturity.
The Notes have not been and will not be registered under the Securities Act of 1933, as amended (the "Securities Act"), or applicable state securities laws and were offered and sold in reliance on the exemption from registration provided by Section 4(a)(2) of the Securities Act. This press release does not constitute an offer to sell or the solicitation of an offer to buy the Notes or any other securities.
About Blue Owl Technology Finance Corp.
Blue Owl Technology Finance Corp. (NYSE: OTF) is a specialty finance company focused on making debt and equity investments to U.S. technology-related companies, with a strategic focus on software. As of June 30, 2026, OTF had investments in 205 portfolio companies with an aggregate fair value of $14.7 billion. OTF has elected to be regulated as a business development company under the Investment Company Act of 1940, as amended. OTF is externally managed by Blue Owl Technology Credit Advisors LLC, an SEC-registered investment adviser that is an indirect affiliate of Blue Owl Capital Inc. ("Blue Owl") (NYSE: OWL) and part of Blue Owl's Credit platform.
Certain information contained herein may constitute "forward-looking statements" that involve substantial risks and uncertainties. Such statements involve known and unknown risks, uncertainties and other factors and undue reliance should not be placed thereon. These forward-looking statements are not historical facts, but rather are based on current expectations, estimates and projections about OTF, its current and prospective portfolio investments, its industry, its beliefs and opinions, and its assumptions. Words such as "anticipates," "expects," "intends," "plans," "will," "may," "continue," "believes," "seeks," "estimates," "would," "could," "should," "targets," "projects," "outlook," "potential," "predicts" and variations of these words and similar expressions are intended to identify forward-looking statements. These statements are not guarantees of future performance and are subject to risks, uncertainties and other factors, some of which are beyond OTF's control and difficult to predict and could cause actual results to differ materially from those expressed or forecasted in the forward-looking statements including, without limitation, the risks, uncertainties and other factors identified in OTF's filings with the SEC. Investors should not place undue reliance on these forward-looking statements, which apply only as of the date on which OTF makes them. OTF does not undertake any obligation to update or revise any forward-looking statements or any other information contained herein, except as required by applicable law.
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Buy OWL. The stock is above $10.55 resistance, has a golden cross (50WMA/200WMA), and a bullish flag—classic momentum setup. Fundamental turnaround is improving (AUM +12% QoQ, revenue +7%, real assets ~30% of AUM, permanent capital +10%). Add the squeeze catalyst: 16% short interest plus improving sentiment can force fast covering. Upside target: $15.
Key Risk: A breakdown below $10.5 that signals the turnaround/momentum is failing and shorts don’t cover.
Ares/credit peers long (ARES, APO)
Buy Ares (ARES) and Apollo (APO) as a basket trade. The article ties OWL’s rebound to a broader private-credit/alternative asset turnaround—these names have already surged, but the second wave is continued inflows as investors rotate into “real assets + permanent capital” stories. If OWL keeps squeezing, it pulls attention and capital into the whole group.
Key Risk: Credit/alternative markets reprice lower (wider spreads or renewed redemption fears) and the group’s momentum reverses.
Blue Owl stock has staged a strong comeback in recent months, climbing from a low of $7.60 in April to around $11.85 currently. The rally could have further room to run after the stock formed a golden cross and a bullish flag pattern, while fading jitters across the AI sector could provide an additional tailwind.
The daily chart shows that the OWL stock has rebounded from a low of $7.6 in April to the current $11.85. It formed a golden cross pattern on August 14 this year. This pattern is formed when the 50-day and 200-day Weighted Moving Averages (WMA) cross each other.
The stock moved above the important resistance level of $10.55, its highest point in May and June this year. It has jumped above the Supertrend indicator, a sign that bulls are in control. Also, it has formed a bullish flag pattern, a common continuation sign.
Therefore, the stock may continue rising, with the next key target to watch will be at $15, which is about 27% from the current level. On the flip side, a move below the support level of $10.5 will invalidate the bullish outlook.
OWL stock chart | Source: TradingView
OWL stock is recovering after having one of the steepest crash earlier this year as cracks in the private sector industry emerged. Its recovery has coincided with that of other top companies in the industry.
For example, Ares Management’s stock has jumped by over 50% from its lowest point this year. Apollo Global Management has soared to $134, up by 35%, while KKR and Blackstone have also risen by double digits.
The company’s challenges started last year when the company attempted to merge the publicly traded Blue Owl Capital Corporation (OBDC) with the private Blue Owl Capital Corporation II (OBDC II). After that, the company sold $600 million in secondary portfolio near par and limited some redemptions.
The company is now implementing a turnaround strategy by reducing its dependence on direct lending, accelerating its growth in real assets and AI infrastructure, and expand its GP strategic capital.
In its recent results, the management noted that its real assets platform have continued growing and now holds about 30% of its assets under management (AUM). This growth helped it to boost its revenue by 27%.
As part of this approach, its direct lending now accounts about 35% of its AUM, compared with nearly half earlier this year. In total, its AUM jumped by 12% in the second quarter to over $319 billion, with permanent capital rising by 10% to $225 billion. Total revenue jumped by 7% to $753 million. The management said:
“As we look at the first half of 2026 across Blue Owl, a period spanning the most acute headline noise and elevated redemptions for non-traded BDCs, we raised more than $16.5 billion of equity capital across the firm or more than 40% of our last 12-month total.”
Blue Owl has also become highly undervalued, with the forward price-to-earnings ratio being 13, much lower than the S&P 500 Index’s average of 22. It is also a highly shorted company with a short interest of 16%, meaning that it may have a short squeeze soon.
Jupiter Topco LLC bought a new position in shares of Eastern Bankshares, Inc. (NASDAQ:EBC – Free Report) during the second quarter, according to its most recent disclosure with the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC). The fund bought 94,598 shares of the company’s stock, valued at approximately $2,106,000.
Other institutional investors and hedge funds also recently bought and sold shares of the company. Deutsche Bank AG purchased a new stake in shares of Eastern Bankshares during the 2nd quarter valued at approximately $5,066,000. Vanguard Group Inc. grew its position in Eastern Bankshares by 12.6% in the fourth quarter. Vanguard Group Inc. now owns 21,874,030 shares of the company’s stock worth $403,138,000 after acquiring an additional 2,440,017 shares during the period. UBS Group AG grew its position in Eastern Bankshares by 249.9% in the fourth quarter. UBS Group AG now owns 1,810,225 shares of the company’s stock worth $33,362,000 after acquiring an additional 1,292,857 shares during the period. Algebris UK Ltd. increased its stake in Eastern Bankshares by 21.8% during the fourth quarter. Algebris UK Ltd. now owns 624,471 shares of the company’s stock worth $11,514,000 after acquiring an additional 111,811 shares during the last quarter. Finally, Oregon Public Employees Retirement Fund acquired a new stake in Eastern Bankshares during the second quarter worth $1,074,000. 71.68% of the stock is currently owned by institutional investors and hedge funds.
Eastern Bankshares Stock Up 0.3% Shares of NASDAQ EBC opened at $22.08 on Friday. The firm has a market cap of $5.05 billion, a price-to-earnings ratio of 12.55 and a beta of 0.66. The company has a quick ratio of 0.90, a current ratio of 0.90 and a debt-to-equity ratio of 0.09. Eastern Bankshares, Inc. has a 52-week low of $16.61 and a 52-week high of $23.77. The business’s 50 day moving average is $22.72 and its two-hundred day moving average is $20.97.
Eastern Bankshares (NASDAQ:EBC – Get Free Report) last released its quarterly earnings results on Thursday, July 23rd. The company reported $0.49 EPS for the quarter, topping analysts’ consensus estimates of $0.46 by $0.03. Eastern Bankshares had a return on equity of 8.71% and a net margin of 25.12%.The company had revenue of $316.01 million for the quarter, compared to analysts’ expectations of $308.20 million. Research analysts predict that Eastern Bankshares, Inc. will post 1.88 EPS for the current year. Eastern Bankshares Announces Dividend The company also recently disclosed a quarterly dividend, which will be paid on Tuesday, September 22nd. Investors of record on Tuesday, September 8th will be issued a $0.15 dividend. This represents a $0.60 annualized dividend and a dividend yield of 2.7%. The ex-dividend date is Tuesday, September 8th. Eastern Bankshares’s payout ratio is currently 34.09%.
Wall Street Analysts Forecast Growth EBC has been the topic of a number of research analyst reports. Hovde Group lifted their target price on Eastern Bankshares from $23.50 to $26.00 and gave the company an “outperform” rating in a research report on Monday, July 27th. Wall Street Zen raised Eastern Bankshares from a “sell” rating to a “hold” rating in a research report on Sunday, August 23rd. Piper Sandler restated an “overweight” rating and issued a $26.00 price objective (up from $24.00) on shares of Eastern Bankshares in a report on Monday, July 27th. Seaport Research Partners reaffirmed a “buy” rating and issued a $27.00 target price on shares of Eastern Bankshares in a research report on Monday, July 27th. Finally, TD Cowen increased their target price on shares of Eastern Bankshares from $25.00 to $26.00 and gave the stock a “buy” rating in a research note on Monday, July 27th. Six investment analysts have rated the stock with a Buy rating and three have given a Hold rating to the stock. According to MarketBeat, the company has a consensus rating of “Moderate Buy” and an average price target of $24.86.
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Insider Buying and Selling In related news, Director Luis Borgen sold 1,710 shares of the firm’s stock in a transaction dated Monday, July 6th. The stock was sold at an average price of $22.71, for a total transaction of $38,834.10. Following the completion of the transaction, the director directly owned 20,475 shares in the company, valued at $464,987.25. This trade represents a 7.71% decrease in their position. The sale was disclosed in a legal filing with the SEC, which is available through this link. Also, insider Donald Westermann sold 23,005 shares of the firm’s stock in a transaction dated Tuesday, September 1st. The shares were sold at an average price of $21.43, for a total value of $492,997.15. Following the transaction, the insider owned 22,565 shares of the company’s stock, valued at $483,567.95. This trade represents a 50.48% decrease in their ownership of the stock. The SEC filing for this sale provides additional information. In the last 90 days, insiders have sold 68,609 shares of company stock valued at $1,529,281. Corporate insiders own 1.26% of the company’s stock.
Eastern Bankshares Company Profile (Free Report)
Eastern Bankshares, Inc is the bank holding company for Eastern Bank, one of the oldest and largest mutual banks in the United States. Founded in 1818 as Salem Savings Bank and later rebranded as Eastern Bank in 1989, the company preserved its mutual ownership structure for more than two centuries. In March 2020, it completed an initial public offering and began trading on the Nasdaq under the ticker EBC, while continuing to emphasize its community-focused heritage.
Through its primary subsidiary, Eastern Bank, the company delivers a broad range of commercial and consumer banking products.
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SentinelOne rozšířila Wayfinder Frontier AI Services o GPT-5.6-Cyber po testech SentinelLABS, kde model vedl v reverzním inženýrství a analýze vojenského malwaru.
SentinelLABS benchmarked GPT-5.6-Cyber as best in class on malware reverse engineering Summary
SentinelOne selected GPT-5.6-Cyber after its research arm found the model performed best on military-grade malware analysis.
SentinelOne Inc. S, the endpoint and cloud security vendor, expanded its Wayfinder Frontier AI Services on Thursday. The offerings now run on OpenAI Daybreak models, delivered through the Daybreak Defense Network, and the rollout starts with GPT-5.6-Cyber.
The first of two new capabilities scans customer code repositories. It looks for OWASP-class flaws, implants, exposed secrets and supply-chain risk. Findings get mapped to MITRE ATT&CK. SentinelOne said its own offensive-security analysts validate every verdict before it reaches the customer. Compromise assessment evaluates telemetry against detection rules to surface posture gaps, including risky use of VPNs, proxies and remote-management tools, with results ranked by real-world exploitability. Both lean on the same underlying malware analysis workflow.
The model selection follows benchmarking work by SentinelLABS, the company's research arm, which found GPT-5.6-Cyber performed best in class on reverse engineering and analysis of military-grade malware. "Attackers are increasingly using AI to find and exploit weaknesses," said Chief Customer Officer Steve Stone.
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Academy Sports + Outdoors oznámila čtvrtletní peněžní dividendu ve výši 0,15 USD na akcii za fiskální čtvrtletí končící 1. srpna 2026. Vyplacena bude 14. října 2026 akcionářům, kteří budou držet akcie k 16. září 2026.
, /PRNewswire/ -- Academy Sports and Outdoors, Inc. (the "Company" or "Academy") (Nasdaq: ASO) announced today that on September 2, 2026, its Board of Directors declared a quarterly cash dividend of $0.15 per share of the Company's common stock with respect to the fiscal quarter ended August 1, 2026. The quarterly cash dividend is payable on October 14, 2026, to stockholders of record as of the close of business on September 16, 2026.
About Academy Sports + Outdoors
Academy is a leading full-line sporting goods and outdoor recreation retailer in the United States. Originally founded in 1938 as a family business in Texas, Academy has grown to more than 300 stores across 21 states and counting. Academy's mission is to provide "Fun for All," fulfilled through a localized merchandising strategy and value proposition that connects with a broad range of consumers. Academy's product assortment focuses on outdoor, apparel, sports & recreation, and footwear through leading national brands and private label brands.
For more information, visit www.academy.com.
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Ollie’s Bargain Outlet ve 2. čtvrtletí zvýšil upravený EPS na 1,42 USD a tržby meziročně vzrostly o 9,1 % na 741,3 milionu USD. Firma zároveň zvedla výhled upraveného EPS pro fiskální rok 2026 na 4,57–4,65 USD.
B. Metzler seel. Sohn & Co. AG lifted its position in shares of Ollie’s Bargain Outlet Holdings, Inc. (NASDAQ:OLLI – Free Report) by 79.1% during the second quarter, according to the company in its most recent Form 13F filing with the Securities & Exchange Commission. The institutional investor owned 59,862 shares of the company’s stock after purchasing an additional 26,443 shares during the quarter. B. Metzler seel. Sohn & Co. AG owned 0.10% of Ollie’s Bargain Outlet worth $4,602,000 at the end of the most recent reporting period.
Other institutional investors and hedge funds also recently made changes to their positions in the company. Allworth Financial LP raised its stake in Ollie’s Bargain Outlet by 301.8% during the 3rd quarter. Allworth Financial LP now owns 221 shares of the company’s stock worth $28,000 after buying an additional 166 shares during the period. Northwestern Mutual Wealth Management Co. increased its holdings in shares of Ollie’s Bargain Outlet by 49.2% in the fourth quarter. Northwestern Mutual Wealth Management Co. now owns 279 shares of the company’s stock worth $31,000 after acquiring an additional 92 shares in the last quarter. CENTRAL TRUST Co raised its position in shares of Ollie’s Bargain Outlet by 131.6% during the first quarter. CENTRAL TRUST Co now owns 477 shares of the company’s stock worth $44,000 after purchasing an additional 271 shares during the period. Root Financial Partners LLC raised its position in shares of Ollie’s Bargain Outlet by 190.5% during the first quarter. Root Financial Partners LLC now owns 488 shares of the company’s stock worth $45,000 after purchasing an additional 320 shares during the period. Finally, Quarry LP bought a new position in shares of Ollie’s Bargain Outlet during the 3rd quarter valued at about $55,000.
Ollie’s Bargain Outlet News Roundup Here are the key news stories impacting Ollie’s Bargain Outlet this week:
Positive Sentiment: Second-quarter adjusted EPS was $1.42, well above the $1.12-$1.14 consensus and up from $0.99 a year earlier. Revenue increased 9.1% year over year to $741.3 million. Ollie’s Second-Quarter Fiscal 2026 Results Positive Sentiment: Ollie’s raised its fiscal 2026 adjusted EPS outlook to $4.57-$4.65, above the roughly $4.52 consensus, as tariff refunds helped lift margins and earnings. OLLI Q2 Earnings Beat Estimates on Tariff Refunds Positive Sentiment: Royal Bank of Canada raised its price target to $124 and rated the stock “outperform.” Jefferies also maintained a “buy” rating, while Goldman Sachs, Piper Sandler and Wells Fargo retained positive ratings with targets ranging from $90 to $100. Positive Sentiment: The company opened 15 stores during the quarter, is targeting 75 new locations for fiscal 2026 and reported 12.7% growth in its Ollie’s Army loyalty program, supporting longer-term expansion. Neutral Sentiment: Analyst opinion remains constructive but more cautious: Goldman Sachs, Piper Sandler and Morgan Stanley lowered their price targets, although the revised targets still imply substantial upside. Morgan Stanley moved to an “equal weight” rating. Negative Sentiment: Revenue fell short of expectations, comparable-store sales declined 1.8%, and management’s fiscal 2026 sales outlook of approximately $2.928-$2.941 billion is below the roughly $3.0 billion consensus. Ollie’s Raises Earnings Outlook Despite Sluggish Sales Negative Sentiment: Ollie’s plans to invest $15 million in lower prices, which could pressure near-term margins even as it seeks to improve customer traffic and remain competitive. Ollie’s to Invest $15 Million in Lower Prices Analysts Set New Price Targets Several equities analysts recently issued reports on OLLI shares. Morgan Stanley decreased their price objective on Ollie’s Bargain Outlet from $108.00 to $98.00 and set an “equal weight” rating for the company in a research report on Thursday. Weiss Ratings lowered shares of Ollie’s Bargain Outlet from a “hold (c)” rating to a “hold (c-)” rating in a research note on Thursday, July 16th. Citigroup reduced their price target on shares of Ollie’s Bargain Outlet from $111.00 to $100.00 and set a “buy” rating for the company in a report on Wednesday, August 26th. Royal Bank Of Canada increased their price objective on shares of Ollie’s Bargain Outlet from $121.00 to $124.00 and gave the stock an “outperform” rating in a research report on Thursday. Finally, The Goldman Sachs Group dropped their price objective on shares of Ollie’s Bargain Outlet from $112.00 to $100.00 and set a “buy” rating on the stock in a report on Thursday. Thirteen analysts have rated the stock with a Buy rating and four have issued a Hold rating to the company. According to data from MarketBeat, Ollie’s Bargain Outlet currently has an average rating of “Moderate Buy” and an average target price of $102.57. Get Our Latest Stock Analysis on OLLI
Ollie’s Bargain Outlet Stock Performance NASDAQ:OLLI opened at $73.69 on Friday. The company has a market cap of $4.45 billion, a PE ratio of 16.45, a PEG ratio of 1.28 and a beta of 0.50. Ollie’s Bargain Outlet Holdings, Inc. has a 52-week low of $60.29 and a 52-week high of $139.21. The stock has a 50-day simple moving average of $72.28 and a 200 day simple moving average of $84.19.
Ollie’s Bargain Outlet (NASDAQ:OLLI – Get Free Report) last released its earnings results on Wednesday, September 2nd. The company reported $1.42 EPS for the quarter, beating the consensus estimate of $1.12 by $0.30. Ollie’s Bargain Outlet had a return on equity of 14.54% and a net margin of 9.79%.The firm had revenue of $741.31 million for the quarter, compared to analysts’ expectations of $747.71 million. During the same quarter in the previous year, the business posted $0.99 EPS. The business’s quarterly revenue was up 9.1% compared to the same quarter last year. Ollie’s Bargain Outlet has set its FY 2026 guidance at 4.570-4.650 EPS. On average, research analysts predict that Ollie’s Bargain Outlet Holdings, Inc. will post 4.53 earnings per share for the current fiscal year.
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Ollie’s Bargain Outlet is an American discount retailer specializing in closeout merchandise and surplus inventory across a broad range of categories. The company operates a no-frills retail format that offers branded and private-label products at significant markdowns. Its merchandise mix typically includes housewares, electronics, health and beauty items, food products, beauty supplies, books, toys, and seasonal goods.
Founded in 1982 by Oliver E. “Ollie” Rosenberg, the company is headquartered in Harrisburg, Pennsylvania.
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Jupiter Topco LLC ve druhém čtvrtletí nově nabyla 79 100 akcií Bath & Body Works za zhruba 1,83 mil. USD. BBWI zároveň v pátek otevřela o 2,1 % výše na 18,91 USD.
Jupiter Topco LLC acquired a new stake in shares of Bath & Body Works, Inc. (NYSE:BBWI – Free Report) in the 2nd quarter, according to the company in its most recent Form 13F filing with the SEC. The institutional investor acquired 79,100 shares of the company’s stock, valued at approximately $1,830,000.
Several other large investors have also recently made changes to their positions in BBWI. BlackRock Inc. bought a new position in Bath & Body Works during the second quarter valued at approximately $449,065,000. AQR Capital Management LLC increased its stake in Bath & Body Works by 132.5% in the 4th quarter. AQR Capital Management LLC now owns 11,445,928 shares of the company’s stock worth $229,834,000 after acquiring an additional 6,523,960 shares during the last quarter. Norges Bank bought a new stake in Bath & Body Works in the 4th quarter worth approximately $55,504,000. Balyasny Asset Management L.P. bought a new position in shares of Bath & Body Works during the 4th quarter valued at approximately $54,785,000. Finally, Bank of New York Mellon Corp bought a new stake in Bath & Body Works in the second quarter worth $59,260,000. 95.14% of the stock is owned by institutional investors.
Bath & Body Works Stock Up 2.1% BBWI stock opened at $18.91 on Friday. Bath & Body Works, Inc. has a twelve month low of $14.27 and a twelve month high of $32.32. The stock has a market capitalization of $3.81 billion, a price-to-earnings ratio of 4.92, a price-to-earnings-growth ratio of 1.92 and a beta of 1.38. The firm’s fifty day simple moving average is $20.12 and its two-hundred day simple moving average is $19.83.
Bath & Body Works (NYSE:BBWI – Get Free Report) last announced its earnings results on Wednesday, August 26th. The company reported $0.62 earnings per share for the quarter, beating the consensus estimate of $0.24 by $0.38. Bath & Body Works had a net margin of 10.83% and a negative return on equity of 53.48%. The business had revenue of $1.51 billion for the quarter, compared to the consensus estimate of $1.50 billion. During the same quarter in the prior year, the firm posted $0.30 earnings per share. The business’s revenue for the quarter was down 2.3% on a year-over-year basis. Bath & Body Works has set its Q3 2026 guidance at 0.070-0.120 EPS and its FY 2026 guidance at 2.600-2.800 EPS. As a group, equities research analysts expect that Bath & Body Works, Inc. will post 2.71 EPS for the current year. Bath & Body Works Announces Dividend The firm also recently announced a quarterly dividend, which will be paid on Friday, September 4th. Shareholders of record on Friday, August 21st will be given a dividend of $0.20 per share. This represents a $0.80 annualized dividend and a dividend yield of 4.2%. The ex-dividend date is Friday, August 21st. Bath & Body Works’s payout ratio is 20.83%.
Wall Street Analyst Weigh In A number of research firms recently issued reports on BBWI. Robert W. Baird decreased their price target on shares of Bath & Body Works from $25.00 to $23.00 and set a “neutral” rating on the stock in a research note on Thursday, August 27th. Raymond James Financial restated a “market perform” rating on shares of Bath & Body Works in a report on Wednesday, May 27th. Piper Sandler assumed coverage on shares of Bath & Body Works in a research report on Friday, May 15th. They set a “neutral” rating and a $20.00 target price on the stock. Jefferies Financial Group increased their price target on shares of Bath & Body Works from $22.00 to $23.00 and gave the company a “hold” rating in a report on Tuesday, July 28th. Finally, JPMorgan Chase & Co. lifted their price target on Bath & Body Works from $22.00 to $24.00 and gave the stock a “neutral” rating in a research report on Tuesday, August 18th. Four analysts have rated the stock with a Buy rating, thirteen have issued a Hold rating and one has issued a Sell rating to the stock. According to data from MarketBeat.com, the company has a consensus rating of “Hold” and a consensus price target of $22.29.
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Bath & Body Works, Inc is a leading specialty retailer focused on personal care, home fragrance and complementary products. Through its flagship Bath & Body Works brand, the company offers a diverse assortment of shower gels, lotions, fragrance mists, candles and home fragrance items. Its product portfolio also includes the White Barn Candle Co range of premium scented candles and diffusers. Bath & Body Works serves consumers through a combination of brick-and-mortar stores and e-commerce platforms, delivering seasonal collections, limited-edition releases and signature scent lines.
Founded in 1990 as part of Limited Brands (now L Brands), Bath & Body Works opened its first store in New Albany, Ohio, and quickly expanded across the United States.
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Enterprise Products Partners ve 2Q vykázala provozní distributable cash flow ve výši 2,3 mld. USD a krytí distribuce 1,9x. Zároveň zvýšila kvartální distribuci na 0,56 USD na akcii.
High midstream yields look tempting until a payout cut wipes out a year of income, so the real question is not the yield itself but whether the cash flow behind it can actually survive a rough quarter.
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Midstream operators pay some of the largest yields in the S&P 500, but coverage is the number that matters most. That is the whole game for retirees leaning on this corner of energy. Enterprise Products Partners set the bar in the most recent quarter with operational distributable cash flow of $2.3 billion, or 1.9x coverage of the cash distribution, and the two peers below run their own coverage math in the same neighborhood. Here are three US-listed midstream names where the fee-based cash flow, the balance sheet, and the payout track record all line up behind the yield.
Enterprise Products Partners Enterprise Products Partners (NYSE:EPD | EPD Price Prediction) is the archetype for coverage-first income. The partnership declared a Q2 2026 distribution of $0.56 per common unit, or $2.24 annualized, a 2.8% year-over-year increase, with units at $39.17 as of September 3, 2026.
Q2 operational DCF of $2.3 billion covered the distribution 1.9 times, and after paying $1.2 billion in cash distributions the partnership retained $1.1 billion for internally funded growth capex and buybacks. Management said EBITDA alone “provided one times coverage of our distributions”, meaning the payout does not require any DCF adjustments to be covered. The balance sheet backs that up: weighted average cost of debt is 4.7%, roughly 97% of debt is fixed rate, weighted average life is about 17 years, and consolidated leverage sits at the 3.0 target on a net basis. The distribution history is a straight staircase: $0.515 in early 2024, then $0.525, $0.535, $0.545, and $0.56 by the July 2026 ex-date.
The bull case for an income investor is boring in the best way possible. Enterprise generated record adjusted EBITDA of $2.83 billion, up 17% year over year, on record pipeline volumes of 14.7 MMBPD and marine terminal volumes of 2.8 MMBPD. Its LPG export capacity is roughly 90% contracted, and $6.5 billion of organic projects under construction feed fee-based volume growth through 2029. As a limited partnership, EPD issues a K-1 rather than a 1099, which changes the tax paperwork for retirement investors and can complicate IRA holdings.
The exposure to NGL and crude commodity price swings can move the equity barrel and marketing lines from quarter to quarter, and does represent some level of risk. Also, management noted that the Middle East-driven demand surge in April and May had largely normalized by June and July.
MPLX LP MPLX (NYSE:MPLX) offers the most aggressive payout growth of this trio. The partnership held its quarterly distribution at $1.0765 per common unit, an annualized $4.306, with units at $59.34 as of September 3, 2026. Management has committed to 12.5% annual distribution growth in both 2026 and 2027, following the same rate in each of the prior two years.
Q2 2026 distributable cash flow of $1.45 billion comfortably funded the payout, and CFO Chris Hagedorn said “Our current organic plan gives us confidence in maintaining that 1-3 coverage”, with CEO Maryann Mannen adding that “We continue to target our 1.3 coverage ratio for both 26 and 27 and frankly beyond”. Leverage is 3.7x versus a target of 4.0x. The distribution schedule shows an increase from $0.9565 in August 2025 to $1.0765 by the November 2025 ex-date, held steady for the four most recent quarterly payments. There is one asterisk in the long-term record income investors should see with their own eyes: the feed shows an unusual $1.28 payment on November 10, 2021 followed by lower quarterly amounts, so “uninterrupted annual increase” is not the right framing for anything older than the current run.
Gathering throughput rose 15% year over year to 6,859 MMcf/d, Marcellus processing utilization ran 96%, and over 90% of the raised $2.9 billion 2026 growth capex is directed to Permian and Marcellus natural gas and NGL infrastructure at mid-teens returns. Key projects in the pipeline include Harmon Creek III, the BANGL expansion to 300 mbpd, the Blackcomb 2.5 Bcf/d line, two 150 mbpd Gulf Coast fractionators, and a 400 mbpd LPG export terminal JV. MPLX is also a partnership, so K-1 tax treatment applies here as well.
The implied risk here is the heavy dependence on parent Marathon Petroleum as primary customer and general partner, plus rising net interest expense on a larger debt balance.
Williams Companies Williams (NYSE:WMB) is the C-corp of the group, which means a 1099 rather than a K-1 and no MLP wrinkles inside a retirement account. The 2026 annualized dividend is $2.10 per share, a 5% increase from $2.00 in 2025, with shares at $74.05 as of September 3, 2026. The dividend history is a clean staircase: $0.41 quarterly in 2021, $0.425 in 2022, $0.4475 in 2023, $0.475 in 2024, $0.50 in 2025, and $0.525 in 2026.
Williams guides 2026 dividend coverage of 2.36x to 2.45x on AFFO guidance of $6.085 billion to $6.315 billion, well above the dividend outlay. Q2 adjusted EBITDA rose 6% year over year to $1.921 billion, and the company raised its 2026 adjusted EBITDA midpoint by $200 million to $8.4 billion. Longer-term, management now targets 11%+ compound annual EBITDA growth through 2030. Post-Momentum leverage sits at roughly 3.75x.
Williams signed the Momentum Midstream acquisition for up to $5.5 billion, adding 4,000+ miles of pipe and 1 million+ dedicated acres in the Haynesville at roughly 8.5x projected 2027 EBITDA, accretive to AFFO/share and EPS. Announced projects include the Shelby Connector at up to 750 million cubic feet per day into Louisiana Energy Gateway and Delta Access, a fully contracted 2.25 Bcf/d line expandable to 3.5 Bcf/d. The Blackstone Power Innovation JV adds $5.34 billion of capital for data-center power buildout, capped at a 6.35% cost of equity. CEO Chad Zamarin summarized it: “We are expanding our contracted project portfolio, investing in high-return opportunities and maintaining financial strength and flexibility, all of which support a higher long-term growth target.”
It’s worth noting that the risk for Williams is leverage climbing to about 3.75x with the Momentum deal, higher net interest expense, regulatory approval risk on the acquisition, and commodity price exposure through gas marketing margins.
Coverage That Actually Backs the Yield These three names show what real dividend safety looks like in midstream: EPD at 1.9x DCF coverage with an MLP balance sheet at its 3.0 leverage target, MPLX defending a 1.3x coverage floor while committing to 12.5% distribution growth in 2026 and 2027, and Williams guiding to 2.36x to 2.45x AFFO coverage on a fee-based Transco backbone. Each is funding a large, largely contracted growth capex program that extends the visibility of the payout well past 2027, with LNG exports and Permian/Haynesville egress carrying the volume story. For an income investor, the choice is really a tax preference: two K-1 partnerships that reinvest more of their coverage internally, and one C-corp with the widest coverage cushion of the group. Coverage this wide is what makes a dividend ladder that never touches principal actually work, and we laid out how to build one in a free guide here.
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SoundHound AI dokončila akvizici LivePerson a jmenovala Johna Collinse finančním ředitelem. Spojená firma má bezdluhovou bilanci a více než 750 patentů.
SANTA CLARA, Calif., Sept. 04, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- SoundHound AI, Inc. (Nasdaq: SOUN), a global leader in voice and agentic AI, today announced the successful completion of its acquisition of LivePerson, Inc., and the appointment of John Collins as the combined company’s Chief Financial Officer.
With the transaction officially closed, SoundHound AI immediately expands its market footprint, with a customer base that includes 25 of the Fortune 100, and a strengthened IP portfolio of over 750 patents. The combination brings together LivePerson's extensive enterprise digital messaging infrastructure with SoundHound's proprietary voice agentic AI. LivePerson’s platform will be integrated into OASYS, SoundHound’s self-learning Orchestrated Agent System, which is the result of decades of innovation from SoundHound and its recent acquisitions. The unified platform will deliver a world-leading fully integrated, end-to-end customer engagement solution that operates natively across voice, web, mobile, SMS, and social channels.
"This merger represents a defining moment for the new agentic AI era. Together, we are delivering the most complete AI platform to the most comprehensive enterprise customer base in the industry," said Keyvan Mohajer, CEO and Co-Founder of SoundHound AI. "Now global brands have a single, unified engine to power intelligent customer interactions — scaling SoundHound’s reach to serve every enterprise, on every channel, at an unprecedented level."
Highlights of the closed transaction include a strong and fully debt-free combined balance sheet, establishing a resilient financial foundation for accelerated commercial growth and continuous product innovation. With expanded global scale, an enriched customer base spanning key enterprise verticals, and enhanced cross-selling capabilities, the unified company is strategically positioned to target more than $500M in future revenue from the existing customer base alone. The acquisition accelerates the combined company’s ability to address the rapid rise of agentic AI, with Gartner® forecasting that enterprise spend on the software will reach $985 billion by 2030.
New Chief Financial Officer Appointed
Following an extensive executive search, SoundHound AI has selected John Collins to join the company as its Chief Financial Officer. As CFO, Collins will focus on accelerating SoundHound AI’s path to sustainable profitability, while maintaining its strong growth trajectory and disciplined approach to capital allocation.
Collins brings over 15 years of leadership experience at the intersection of enterprise software, data science, capital markets, corporate finance, and artificial intelligence. With a rare blend of operator expertise, financial stewardship, and entrepreneurial vision, he has previously been a founder, as well as Chief Financial Officer, Chief Operating Officer, and Interim Chief Executive Officer at LivePerson.
Throughout his career, Collins has consistently met the strategic and financial needs of the business, from supporting R&D innovation and high growth, to driving cost-optimization initiatives that yielded free cash flow and improved operational efficiency. Notably, Collins led a transformation from more than $100M of annual cash burn to positive free cash flow in a single year while supporting double-digit growth, executed cost-reduction programs in excess of $200M, and led multi-year debt restructurings that captured $227M of debt discount, improving liquidity and shifting enterprise value from debt holders to equity holders. This proven background in managing complex enterprise infrastructure equips Collins to drive the financial integration of SoundHound AI and LivePerson post-close, helping to create a world leader in AI for customer service.
The holder of both a JD and an MBA, Collins will oversee the combined company's financial strategy with a focus on accelerating margin expansion, enforcing tight cost discipline, and driving seamless operational synergies to capitalize on SoundHound AI’s expanded footprint and the rapidly growing agentic AI market.
"Joining SoundHound AI at this pivotal juncture is an extraordinary opportunity to help steer the company’s next phase of global growth at a time of rapid agentic AI adoption by large enterprises," said John Collins, incoming CFO of SoundHound AI. "Backed by a strong, debt-free balance sheet and market momentum, my focus will be on driving seamless operational integration, enforcing cost discipline, and accelerating our path to sustainable, high-margin profitability."
Day One Combination Value
With the closing following regulatory and shareholder approvals, integration is actively underway to deliver immediate value to customers and shareholders:
Unified Omnichannel Solutions: Enterprise customers can now deploy a single conversational AI platform capable of driving voice interactions, digital chat, and social messaging natively.Enhanced AI Capabilities for LivePerson Customers: SoundHound’s fully agentic platform, OASYS, and AI models will deliver improvements in performance, user experience, containment, and overall customer health across LivePerson’s enterprise customer base spanning digital and voice channels.Smarter, Faster AI Across Every Channel: By combining SoundHound’s deep voice capabilities with LivePerson’s proven digital engagement, enterprise deployments benefit from an even richer foundation of customer interaction insights. This means higher containment rates, faster resolution times, and smoother experiences.Strengthened Financial Footprint: As part of the close, SoundHound has retired LivePerson’s outstanding debt, establishing a strong, debt-free balance sheet positioned to drive efficient growth. "Our shared focus is clear: accelerate innovation and deliver immediate impact for our customers," said John Sabino, CEO of LivePerson. "Together, we offer an unparalleled value proposition for enterprises seeking to modernize their contact centers and digital touchpoints with a trusted, enterprise-grade AI partner."
With the transaction closed, LivePerson common stock will cease trading on the Nasdaq stock market. Functional integration is already underway, with combined product offerings and expanded capabilities set to roll out to global clients in the coming quarters.
About SoundHound AI
SoundHound AI (Nasdaq: SOUN) is a voice and agentic AI company that enables businesses to deliver natural, end-to-end conversational experiences across digital and physical channels, including phones, kiosks, chat, smart devices, drive-thrus, TVs, in-vehicle, and more. Its agentic platform, OASYS, is a self-learning, orchestrated AI system where organizations can build and deploy conversational AI agents to handle transactions, tasks, and workflows on behalf of customers and employees. Built on proprietary technology backed by 750+ patents and years of AI research, SoundHound serves leading brands across industries including automotive, financial services, healthcare, retail, telecommunications, and more. It powers millions of products and processes billions of interactions annually for enterprise customers worldwide. Learn more at: www.soundhound.com
Forward Looking Statements
This press release contains "forward looking statements" within the meaning of the U.S. federal securities laws about the expectations, beliefs, plans, intentions, prospects, financial results and strategies relating to SoundHound AI’s acquisition of LivePerson. Such forward looking statements include, among others, statements regarding future product capabilities and offerings, expected benefits to SoundHound AI and LivePerson and their customers arising from and in relation to the acquisition, SoundHound AI’s plans for future operations and anticipated product offerings, the parties’ expectations for value creation and strategic advantages, market and growth opportunities, SoundHound AI’s anticipated revenue growth and profitability, future financial condition and performance and expected financial impacts of the acquisition, and the parties’ expectations, intentions, strategies, assumptions or beliefs about future events, results of operations or performance or that do not solely relate to historical or current facts.
These forward-looking statements generally are identified by the words "believe," "project," "expect," "anticipate," "estimate," "intend," "strategy," "future," "opportunity," "potential," "plan," "may," "should," "will," "would," "will be," "will continue," "will likely result," and similar expressions. Forward-looking statements are predictions, projections and other statements about future events or conditions that are based on current expectations and assumptions and, as a result, are subject to risks and uncertainties. Many factors could cause actual future events to differ materially from the forward-looking statements in this communication. Factors that may cause actual results to differ materially from those in any forward looking statements include, without limitation, the effect of the acquisition on SoundHound AI’s or LivePerson’s business, operating results, and relationships with customers, suppliers, competitors and others; risks that the acquisition may disrupt SoundHound AI’s or LivePerson’s current plans and business operations; failure to realize the anticipated benefits of the acquisition; challenges or delays in assimilating or integrating LivePerson’s technology into SoundHound AI’s platform; challenges retaining employees of LivePerson; unanticipated obligations or liabilities related to LivePerson’s legacy business; potential adverse tax consequences and the potential effects on the accounting of the acquisition; changes in applicable laws or regulations and extensive and evolving government regulations that impact SoundHound AI’s or LivePerson’s operations and business; investigations, claims, disputes, enforcement actions, litigation and/or other regulatory or legal proceedings, including with respect to AI technology; risks that SoundHound AI may not be able to manage strains associated with its growth; dependence on key personnel; stock price volatility; SoundHound AI’s and LivePerson’s ability to protect their intellectual property and related litigation risks; the risk that LivePerson’s usage patterns, customer renewals, customer outcomes and similar metrics differ from expectations; the risk of cybersecurity incidents or breaches impacting LivePerson’s business; risks related to the use and regulation of artificial intelligence and machine learning; changes in business, market, financial, political and regulatory conditions; and disruption to SoundHound AI’s business and diversion of our management’s attention and other resources. The foregoing list of risk factors is not exhaustive. Further information on factors that could affect our financial and other results is included in the filings that SoundHound AI and/or LivePerson filed, or that will be filed, with the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission.
All forward-looking statements are based on information available to SoundHound AI as of the date hereof, and SoundHound AI assumes no obligation to update any forward-looking statements, except as may be required under applicable securities laws.
Nebius volí model, v němž partneři financují a provozují datová centra, zatímco firma dodává architekturu, hardware a software. Cílem je vyšší marže a menší kapitálová náročnost.
The artificial intelligence (AI) trade has moved well beyond processor chips. Someone still has to install the graphics processing units (GPUs) and central processing units (CPUs), connect them via high-speed networks, cool them, store data, and keep thousands of accelerators running when customers need them.
That need has led to the creation of a new class of AI infrastructure companies, and CoreWeave (CRWV +2.94%) and Nebius Group (NBIS +3.34%) are two of the more interesting public-market names. Both are building AI clouds around Nvidia (NVDA +2.35%) hardware, but their strategies look quite different.
That difference matters to investors because AI compute is a capital-intensive business.
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CoreWeave is building an AI cloud at a massive scale CoreWeave has taken the straightforward approach: Acquire infrastructure and the electricity to power it, load it with cutting-edge Nvidia processors, and sell the resulting compute capacity to AI companies.
The company had about 1.5 gigawatts (GW) of active power capacity and roughly 3.7 GW of contracted power as of June. It also became the first AI cloud provider to bring up and validate Nvidia's new Vera Rubin NVL72 system. NVL72 is a rack-scale system in which 72 GPUs work together with high-bandwidth networking and other components, making the data center architecture itself part of the product.
CoreWeave is also moving deeper into the software layer. Its SUNK platform is designed to simplify the deployment and management of large AI clusters, while its newer cross-cloud products let customers move workloads and data between CoreWeave and other cloud environments. That is important because the long-term value in AI infrastructure may not come from simply renting GPU hours but from managing the complicated systems around those GPUs.
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The biggest concern for investors is the capital required to keep doing this. CoreWeave has raised billions through infrastructure-backed financing facilities, including an $8.5 billion facility in March and another $2.6 billion facility in August. Taking on more debt can allow an infrastructure business to grow faster, but investors need to think about how those debt loads impact the company's overall financial picture.
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Nebius has a different idea Nebius Group is taking a more flexible approach. It's still investing in its own AI factories and deploying Nvidia's latest systems. It plans to offer Vera Rubin NVL72 capacity in the U.S. and Europe, while its U.K. expansion includes three new NVIDIA-powered deployments expected to reach 65 megawatts (MW) at full capacity.
But the move that stands out is Nebius' infrastructure-partnership model. Under the structure announced in July, its infrastructure partners will finance, own, and operate the physical data centers while Nebius supplies the systems architecture, hardware design, software, and services stack, then sells the resulting capacity to customers. Nebius says this business model can create a higher-margin revenue stream with less incremental capital required from the company itself.
That could become an important advantage. Nebius does not necessarily need to own every building in which its software and AI cloud operate. It could become a provider of the layer connecting infrastructure capital to AI demand.
The company already has a major customer relationship to build around. In March, Meta Platforms (META -0.41%) agreed to a five-year, $12 billion dedicated-capacity arrangement, with another commitment that could bring its total compute purchases to $15 billion over five years. Nvidia has also agreed to invest $2 billion in Nebius, with the companies targeting more than 5 GW of Nvidia systems by the end of 2030.
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For me, Nebius is the more interesting stock, though it's also the less proven one. CoreWeave has demonstrated that customers will pay for its infrastructure, and its greater scale gives it a major head start. The company is also securing enormous amounts of power and bringing new Nvidia architectures online before many of its rivals do the same.
Nebius, however, is attempting something that could matter more over a longer period: separating the AI cloud platform from the capital required to build every piece of physical infrastructure. I would rather own a piece of a company that is figuring out how to scale up AI compute infrastructure without all of the capital costs sitting on its own balance sheet.
Jupiter Topco LLC ve 2. čtvrtletí otevřela novou pozici v Tractor Supply a koupila 63 790 akcií za zhruba 2,016 milionu USD. CEO Harry Lawton, III mezitím nakoupil 15 600 akcií za 501 540 USD.
Jupiter Topco LLC purchased a new stake in Tractor Supply Company (NASDAQ:TSCO – Free Report) during the 2nd quarter, according to the company in its most recent disclosure with the SEC. The institutional investor purchased 63,790 shares of the specialty retailer’s stock, valued at approximately $2,016,000.
A number of other hedge funds have also modified their holdings of TSCO. Goldman Sachs Group Inc. lifted its holdings in shares of Tractor Supply by 6.3% in the 4th quarter. Goldman Sachs Group Inc. now owns 3,121,526 shares of the specialty retailer’s stock worth $156,108,000 after acquiring an additional 184,146 shares during the last quarter. Swedbank AB increased its holdings in Tractor Supply by 3.3% in the 4th quarter. Swedbank AB now owns 1,129,182 shares of the specialty retailer’s stock valued at $56,470,000 after purchasing an additional 36,495 shares during the last quarter. Nomura Asset Management Co. Ltd. increased its holdings in Tractor Supply by 44.2% in the 4th quarter. Nomura Asset Management Co. Ltd. now owns 727,125 shares of the specialty retailer’s stock valued at $36,364,000 after purchasing an additional 222,750 shares during the last quarter. Mitsubishi UFJ Asset Management Co. Ltd. raised its position in Tractor Supply by 4.4% in the fourth quarter. Mitsubishi UFJ Asset Management Co. Ltd. now owns 1,103,395 shares of the specialty retailer’s stock valued at $56,086,000 after purchasing an additional 46,010 shares during the period. Finally, King Luther Capital Management Corp raised its position in Tractor Supply by 1.6% in the fourth quarter. King Luther Capital Management Corp now owns 2,387,723 shares of the specialty retailer’s stock valued at $119,410,000 after purchasing an additional 36,778 shares during the period. 98.72% of the stock is currently owned by hedge funds and other institutional investors.
Wall Street Analysts Forecast Growth TSCO has been the subject of several research analyst reports. Loop Capital lowered their price target on Tractor Supply from $41.00 to $35.00 and set a “hold” rating for the company in a research report on Tuesday, June 16th. Wall Street Zen downgraded Tractor Supply from a “hold” rating to a “sell” rating in a report on Sunday, July 12th. DA Davidson decreased their target price on Tractor Supply from $50.00 to $40.00 and set a “buy” rating on the stock in a research note on Monday, June 22nd. Telsey Advisory Group dropped their target price on Tractor Supply from $40.00 to $38.00 and set an “outperform” rating for the company in a research report on Friday, July 24th. Finally, Citigroup reiterated a “buy” rating on shares of Tractor Supply in a research note on Thursday, July 16th. Thirteen analysts have rated the stock with a Buy rating, thirteen have assigned a Hold rating and two have issued a Sell rating to the company’s stock. According to data from MarketBeat.com, the company has a consensus rating of “Hold” and a consensus price target of $39.31.
Check Out Our Latest Research Report on TSCO Insider Activity at Tractor Supply In related news, CEO Harry Lawton, III acquired 15,600 shares of the firm’s stock in a transaction on Tuesday, August 4th. The stock was bought at an average price of $32.15 per share, for a total transaction of $501,540.00. Following the completion of the purchase, the chief executive officer directly owned 15,600 shares of the company’s stock, valued at approximately $501,540. The trade was a ∞ increase in their position. The transaction was disclosed in a filing with the SEC, which is accessible through this hyperlink. Also, Director Edna Morris acquired 1,560 shares of the company’s stock in a transaction on Tuesday, August 4th. The shares were purchased at an average cost of $32.44 per share, for a total transaction of $50,606.40. Following the acquisition, the director owned 279,720 shares of the company’s stock, valued at approximately $9,074,116.80. The trade was a 0.56% increase in their position. Additional details regarding this purchase are available in the official SEC disclosure. Insiders purchased a total of 20,310 shares of company stock valued at $652,411 over the last ninety days. Insiders own 0.64% of the company’s stock.
Tractor Supply Stock Performance Shares of TSCO opened at $34.60 on Friday. Tractor Supply Company has a 1 year low of $28.36 and a 1 year high of $60.87. The stock has a market capitalization of $18.15 billion, a PE ratio of 18.02, a PEG ratio of 3.76 and a beta of 0.48. The company has a debt-to-equity ratio of 0.83, a quick ratio of 0.23 and a current ratio of 1.33. The stock has a 50-day simple moving average of $32.68 and a 200-day simple moving average of $37.35.
Tractor Supply (NASDAQ:TSCO – Get Free Report) last announced its quarterly earnings data on Thursday, July 23rd. The specialty retailer reported $0.81 EPS for the quarter, missing analysts’ consensus estimates of $0.82 by ($0.01). The firm had revenue of $4.54 billion during the quarter, compared to analysts’ expectations of $4.58 billion. Tractor Supply had a net margin of 6.42% and a return on equity of 41.74%. The company’s revenue for the quarter was up 2.3% on a year-over-year basis. During the same period in the prior year, the company posted $0.81 earnings per share. Tractor Supply has set its FY 2026 guidance at 1.900-2.000 EPS. On average, analysts predict that Tractor Supply Company will post 1.93 earnings per share for the current fiscal year.
Tractor Supply Dividend Announcement The business also recently declared a quarterly dividend, which will be paid on Tuesday, September 8th. Investors of record on Monday, August 24th will be given a $0.24 dividend. The ex-dividend date of this dividend is Monday, August 24th. This represents a $0.96 dividend on an annualized basis and a yield of 2.8%. Tractor Supply’s payout ratio is 50.00%.
Tractor Supply Profile (Free Report)
Tractor Supply Company (NASDAQ: TSCO) is a specialty retailer focused on products for the home, farm, ranch and outdoors. The company operates a network of physical retail locations complemented by an e-commerce platform, offering a one-stop source of supplies and equipment for customers with rural and suburban lifestyles. Its merchandise assortment targets a range of needs, from animal and livestock care to maintenance, outdoor power equipment, and seasonal products.
Product categories include animal feed and supplies, pet products, fencing and fencing supplies, equine equipment, lawn and garden tools, work clothing and footwear, and small agricultural and outdoor power equipment.
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Akcie USA Rare Earth, MP Materials a Critical Metals v předobchodní fázi rostly po zprávě, že někteří čínští dodavatelé odmítají posílat vzácné zeminy do USA. Trh znovu řeší napjaté dodávky před plánovanou návštěvou Si Ťin-pchinga ve Washingtonu 24. září.
Shares of US rare earth companies rose in premarket trading Friday after a Reuters report said some Chinese suppliers have declined to ship rare earth materials to US customers despite receiving export licenses.
The developments come weeks before Chinese President Xi Jinping is scheduled to visit Washington, putting critical mineral supply chains back in focus.
USA Rare Earth USAR gained 4.8%, MP Materials shares rose 3.9%, and Critical Metals climbed 5.9% in premarket trading.
According to the Reuters report, some Chinese suppliers have refused shipments to US customers since early August, citing concerns about potential repercussions from Beijing and the possibility that materials could ultimately reach sanctioned users.
The issue adds to ongoing concerns about access to rare earths and other critical materials.
US officials have repeatedly urged China to follow through on commitments made in Busan and Beijing to support the flow of rare earth export licenses.
A source familiar with US planning said in the report that the issue has become part of preparations for Xi's planned Sept. 24 visit to Washington.
The supply situation remains tight for several rare earths and critical materials with applications in areas including aerospace, defense and chipmaking.
While exports of many rare earths and related magnets have recovered since China introduced restrictions in April 2025, prices for some materials remain near record highs.
China maintains dominant position in supply chainChina remains the dominant force in the global rare earth industry, accounting for about 70% of mining and 90% of processing.
Export restrictions and licensing delays have continued to affect US buyers.
Some US companies have reportedly waited more than six months for mineral licenses, while several firms have recently received multiple approvals after lengthy delays.
Yttrium exports to the US have increased this year but remain around half of 2024 levels.
China shipped 27 tons of yttrium to the US in July after two months without exports, marking the second-highest monthly shipment since January 2025.
Chinese restrictions have also affected other markets.
Chinese suppliers have largely refrained from shipping rare earth materials to Japanese companies, while exports of terbium, gallium and yttrium to Japan declined sharply in the first eight months of the year.
Reva Goujon, a geopolitical strategist at Rhodium Group, told Reuters that China has used rare earth export controls as a tool to constrain the US Commerce Department's Bureau of Industry and Security.
She also expects Beijing could loosen some controls around the summit to ease US concerns over the implementation of previous agreements.
China's foreign ministry said the country remained committed to maintaining global critical mineral supply chains.
The supply concerns are strengthening the focus on US and Western rare earth producers seeking to develop alternatives to China's dominant position.
USA Rare Earth is developing a domestic supply chain that includes its Round Top project in Texas.
The company also completed its acquisition of Serra Verde Group on Thursday. Serra Verde is described as "the only scaled producer of four magnetic and other critical heavy rare earth elements outside Asia": neodymium, praseodymium, dysprosium and terbium.
MP Materials operates the Mountain Pass rare earth mine in California and stopped selling rare earth concentrate to China in July 2025.
The company is also expanding domestic processing and magnet manufacturing, including at its Independence facility in Texas.
Critical Metals is developing the Tanbreez project in Greenland as a potential Western source of rare earths, although the project has not yet entered commercial production.
The US government has also increased support for domestic supply chains.
Last month, the Trump administration finalized a $1.55 billion funding package that includes equity investment, debt support and long-term purchase commitments aimed at expanding domestic rare earth production and reducing reliance on China.
With rare earth supplies expected to feature in the upcoming Xi-Trump meeting, developments in export licensing and shipments could remain an important factor for the sector.
NANO Nuclear Energy podepsala nezávazné memorandum s Enveniam o spolupráci na jaderném palivovém cyklu, komercializaci mikroreaktorů a energetické infrastruktuře v USA.
New York, New York and Oak Ridge, Tennessee--(Newsfile Corp. - September 4, 2026) - NANO Nuclear Energy Inc. (NASDAQ: NNE) ("NANO Nuclear" or "the Company"), a leading advanced nuclear micro modular reactor and technology company focused on developing clean energy solutions, nuclear fuel cycle capabilities and nuclear transportation solutions, today announced that it has signed a non-binding Memorandum of Understanding ("MOU") with Enveniam, LLC ("Enveniam"), a leading project integrator and provider of engineering, technology and project-delivery solutions, to explore a collaboration addressing nuclear fuel cycle infrastructure, microreactor commercialization, advanced manufacturing and end-user energy solutions.
Figure 1 - NANO Nuclear Energy and Enveniam Sign Memorandum of Understanding to Advance U.S. Nuclear Fuel Cycle, Microreactor Deployment and Energy Infrastructure
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The MOU establishes a framework through which the companies will explore utilizing Enveniam's experience in nuclear engineering, project integration, safety analysis, licensing support, project controls, operational readiness and complex energy infrastructure to advance NANO Nuclear's developing reactor, nuclear fuel fabrication and transportation capabilities. Any specific services, funding, projects or commercial commitments between the parties would be subject to separate definitive agreements.
"This MOU brings together two organizations with complementary capabilities across the advanced nuclear value chain," said Jay Yu, Founder and Chairman of NANO Nuclear Energy. "NANO Nuclear is building a vertically integrated platform spanning microreactors, nuclear fuel and transportation, while Enveniam brings extensive experience integrating complex nuclear and energy programs. By exploring opportunities together, we aim to strengthen the practical pathway from technology development to regulatory licensing, manufacturing and deployment, while preserving the flexibility to evaluate each potential project on its individual merits."
"Enveniam is focused on bringing disciplined project integration, technical depth and delivery certainty to critical energy missions," said Doug Freund, President and Chief Executive Officer of Boston Government Services and Executive Officer of Enveniam. "NANO Nuclear is advancing a broad portfolio that touches several important parts of the emerging advanced nuclear market. This framework gives our teams the opportunity to assess where Enveniam's engineering, project controls, licensing, safety and operational capabilities can help translate promising nuclear technologies and infrastructure concepts into executable projects."
Exploring Broad Cooperation Across the Nuclear Value Chain
Under the MOU, NANO Nuclear and Enveniam expect to evaluate potential cooperation across six principal workstreams:
Nuclear fuel transportation: engineering, safety, operational and regulatory support for NANO Nuclear's HALEU transportation systems, including transport-basket optimization, regulatory filings and security protocols.Conversion and deconversion: engineering design, criticality-safety analysis, integrated safety assessments and licensing-strategy support for potential uranium conversion and deconversion facilities.Microreactor commercialization: technical support for siting, licensing, engineering, fabrication, project controls, risk management, safety-basis development, operations planning and deployment readiness for NANO Nuclear's lead KRONOS MMR™ Energy System project or NANO Nuclear's portable microreactor designs.Advanced manufacturing: requirements development, project management, engineering design, baseline planning, earned-value management and operational-readiness support for a potential U.S.-based manufacturing facility for nuclear fuel, fuel components and microreactor modules.Domestic fuel supply chain: strategic, program-management, technical and compliance support spanning sourcing, fabrication, qualification, transportation and delivery.Commercial energy markets: joint market development and stakeholder engagement concerning potential electricity and process-heat solutions for data centers, remote and off-grid communities, Alaska Native organizations, island states and territories, and other energy-intensive users."Commercializing advanced nuclear technology requires more than a strong reactor design," said James Walker, Chief Executive Officer of NANO Nuclear Energy. "It requires disciplined licensing, safety analysis, project controls, supply-chain coordination, manufacturing planning and operational readiness. Enveniam's capabilities closely align with our expertise and business plans across these critical workflows. We believe this collaboration can help us evaluate projects more efficiently, identify execution risks earlier and build stronger delivery plans as opportunities advance toward definitive agreements."
Building a Disciplined Path to Definitive Projects
The MOU calls for establishing a joint working group that would meet periodically to review potential business opportunities, identify projects that may warrant a funded statement of work or task order, and consider joint applications for federal or state funding. Each company would retain discretion over the information it shares and the opportunities it elects to pursue.
The MOU does not obligate either company to proceed with a particular project, provide services, commit funding or enter into a commercial transaction. Any such activity would require separate definitive agreements establishing the applicable scope, schedule, responsibilities, economics, intellectual-property arrangements and regulatory requirements.
Supporting Data Centers and Remote Communities
One area of potential collaboration is the development of reliable electricity and process-heat solutions for data centers and other energy-intensive customers. The rapid expansion of artificial intelligence, cloud computing, advanced manufacturing and electrification is increasing demand for safe, dependable, around-the-clock power and creating opportunities for advanced nuclear technologies that can complement and support existing grids and energy infrastructure.
NANO Nuclear and Enveniam also intend to evaluate opportunities involving remote and off-grid communities, including Alaska Native organizations and island jurisdictions that may rely heavily on imported fossil fuels. Potential applications could include resilient power, district or industrial heat, desalination and hybrid energy systems combining microreactors with renewable generation. Any deployment would remain subject to technical feasibility, stakeholder support, financing, licensing and definitive project documentation.
Strengthening the Domestic Nuclear Fuel Cycle
The MOU also supports NANO Nuclear's broader strategy of developing capabilities across critical portions of the domestic nuclear fuel cycle. Through its subsidiaries Advanced Fuel Transportation Inc. and HALEU Energy Fuel Inc., NANO Nuclear is pursuing transportation and fuel-fabrication capabilities intended to support its own reactor programs and the wider advanced nuclear industry.
Enveniam's experience in project integration, nuclear operations, engineering, safety, licensing, supply-chain management and operational readiness may complement NANO Nuclear's work in fuel transportation, conversion and deconversion, fabrication and manufacturing. The companies believe that coordinated planning across these activities could help identify bottlenecks, improve project definition and support a more secure and resilient U.S. nuclear fuel supply chain.
About Enveniam
Enveniam, a Bernhard Capital Partners (BCP) portfolio company consisting of Boston Government Services (BGS), Strategic Management Solutions LLC (SMSI), and Sterling Engineering & Consulting (SE&C), advances the nation's focus on energy dominance and national security through engineering, technology, and deep domain expertise. As a Lead Project Integrator, the company delivers integrated solutions across federal and energy markets, including nuclear, oil, natural gas, renewables and critical infrastructure. Enveniam brings the scale, agility and depth needed to address complex energy and security challenges.
About NANO Nuclear Energy, Inc.
NANO Nuclear Energy Inc. (NASDAQ: NNE) is a North American advanced technology-driven nuclear energy company seeking to become a commercially focused, diversified, and vertically integrated company across five business lines: (i) cutting edge portable and other microreactor technologies, (ii) nuclear fuel supply chain, (iii) nuclear fuel transportation, (iv) nuclear applications for space and (v) nuclear industry consulting services.
Led by a world-class nuclear engineering team, NANO Nuclear's reactor products in development include the proprietary KRONOS MMR™ Energy System, a stationary high-temperature gas-cooled reactor that is in construction permit pre-application engagement U.S. Nuclear Regulatory Commission (NRC) in collaboration with University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign, "ZEUS", a portable solid core battery reactor, and the space focused, portable LOKI MMR™, each representing advanced developments in clean energy solutions that are portable, on-demand capable, advanced nuclear microreactors.
Advanced Fuel Transportation Inc. (AFT), a NANO Nuclear subsidiary, bolstered by the May 2026 acquisition of Secured Transportation Services (STS), is led by former executives from the largest transportation company in the world and provides nuclear engineering and materials transport services in the U.S. and globally. Through NANO Nuclear, AFT is the exclusive licensee of a patented high-capacity HALEU fuel transportation basket developed by three major U.S. national nuclear laboratories and funded by the Department of Energy.
HALEU Energy Fuel Inc. (HEF), a NANO Nuclear subsidiary, is focusing on the future development of a domestic source for a High-Assay, Low-Enriched Uranium (HALEU) fuel fabrication pipeline for NANO Nuclear's own microreactors as well as the broader advanced nuclear reactor industry.
NANO Nuclear Space Inc. (NNS), a NANO Nuclear subsidiary, is exploring the potential commercial applications of NANO Nuclear's developing micronuclear reactor technology in space. NNS is focusing on applications such as the LOKI MMR™ system and other power systems for extraterrestrial projects and human sustaining environments, and potentially propulsion technology for long haul space missions. NNS' initial focus will be on cis-lunar applications, referring to uses in the space region extending from Earth to the area surrounding the Moon's surface.
This news release and statements of NANO Nuclear's management and collaborators in connection with this news release contain or may contain "forward-looking statements" within the meaning of Section 21E of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, as amended, and the Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995. In this context, forward-looking statements mean statements related to future events that may impact our expected future business and financial performance and often contain words such as "expect," "anticipate," "intend," "plan," "aim," "goal," "explore," "seek," "believe," "potential," "will," "should," "could," "would" or "may" or derivations of these words and other words of similar meaning about the future, although forward-looking statements may be denoted by other terms. In this press release, forward-looking statements include, without limitation, statements concerning the anticipated benefits to NANO Nuclear of the MOU with Enveniam and the parties' goals of identifying areas of collaboration and entering into definitive agreements; and NANO Nuclear's development, regulatory, manufacturing and commercialization plans generally. These and other forward-looking statements are based on information available to us as of the date of this news release and represent management's current views and assumptions. Forward-looking statements are not guarantees of future performance, events or results and involve significant known and unknown risks, uncertainties and other factors that may be beyond our control. For NANO Nuclear, particular risks and uncertainties that could cause actual future results to differ materially from those expressed in our forward-looking statements include, but are not limited to: (i) risks related to our U.S. Department of Energy ("DOE"), U.S. Nuclear Regulatory Commission ("NRC"), Canadian Nuclear Safety Commission ("CNSC") or related state or other U.S. or non-U.S. nuclear licensing submissions; (ii) risks related to the development of new or advanced technology and the acquisition of complementary technology or businesses, including difficulties with design and testing, cost overruns, regulatory delays, integration issues and the development of competitive technology; (iii) our ability to obtain key vendor, technology and customer contracts and the significant funding necessary to execute on our business plan; (iv) uncertainty regarding our ability to technologically develop and commercially deploy a competitive advanced nuclear reactor or other technology within the timelines we anticipate, if ever; (v) the impact of U.S. and non-U.S. government regulation, policies and licensing requirements, including those of the DOE and NRC and those associated with the ADVANCE Act and the May 23, 2025 Executive Orders seeking to streamline nuclear regulation; and (vi) similar risks and uncertainties associated with operating a developing business in a highly regulated, competitive and rapidly evolving industry, including that our plans may change and we may use cash on hand faster or in different ways than anticipated. Readers are cautioned not to place undue reliance on these forward-looking statements, which apply only as of the date of this news release. These factors may not constitute all factors that could cause actual results to differ from those discussed in any forward-looking statement, and NANO Nuclear therefore encourages investors to review other factors that may affect future results in its filings with the SEC, which are available at www.sec.gov and at https://ir.nanonuclearenergy.com/financial-information/sec-filings. Accordingly, forward-looking statements should not be relied upon as a predictor of actual results. We do not undertake to update forward-looking statements to reflect events or circumstances that may arise after the date of this news release, except as required by law.
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Descartes koupil Extensiv za zhruba 120 milionů USD za hotovost. Tím rozšířil své schopnosti v oblasti skladového řízení a omnichannel fulfillmentu pro 3PL a e-commerce.
Adds AI-Enabled 3PL Warehouse Management and Omnichannel Fulfillment Capabilities to the Global Logistics Network
WATERLOO, Ontario and ATLANTA, Sept. 01, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- The Descartes Systems Group (Nasdaq: DSGX) (TSX: DSG), the global leader in uniting logistics-intensive businesses in commerce, today announced the acquisition of Extensiv, a leading provider of warehouse management and fulfillment solutions for third-party logistics providers (3PLs) and the brands they serve.
The acquisition extends Descartes' warehouse and inventory management capabilities while deepening its reach into the 3PL and ecommerce fulfillment market. Extensiv helps 3PLs better manage inventory, orders, B2B and B2C fulfillment, and billing across a connected network of sales channels, ecommerce platforms, online marketplaces, and carriers. That breadth generates a rich set of omnichannel fulfillment data to fuel AI capabilities for warehouse operators and their customers alike. Extensiv’s AI capabilities enable users to quickly access insights, improve decision-making and reduce manual effort.
"3PLs are under constant pressure to fulfill faster, scale flexibly, and support the evolving needs of modern brands," said Mikel Richardson, GM, Ecommerce Operations at Descartes. "Descartes has long been a trusted technology provider for 3PLs. Extensiv strengthens that position by adding more participants, more contextually rich operational data and fulfillment intelligence to the Descartes Global Logistics Network.”
“We're excited to welcome Extensiv’s customers, partners, and employees,” said Scott Sangster, GM, Logistics Services Providers at Descartes. “The combination of Extensiv with Descartes' transportation, connectivity, visibility, trade intelligence, customs compliance, and last mile delivery solutions, enables logistics service providers to expand their offerings and scale operations with a single technology provider versus a patchwork of vendors.”
Extensiv is headquartered in California. Descartes acquired Extensiv for approximately US $120 million, satisfied from cash on hand. This further investment into solutions for the logistics services provider community follows Descartes' announced acquisition of Tai on August 24, 2026, a business that provides AI-powered transportation management solutions for freight brokers.
About Descartes
Descartes powers more responsive, efficient, secure and sustainable international and domestic supply chains by uniting logistics-intensive businesses on its Global Logistics Network (GLN). Shippers, carriers, and logistics service providers connect and collaborate on the GLN leveraging technology, data and AI to manage last mile deliveries, domestic and international shipments, transportation rating and payment, global trade research, customs compliance and a variety of regulatory processes. Learn more about Descartes at www.descartes.com and connect with us on LinkedIn and X.
This release contains forward-looking information within the meaning of applicable securities laws ("forward-looking statements") that relate to Descartes' acquisition of Extensiv and its solution offerings; the integration of the Extensiv business and solutions with Descartes' operations and offerings, the potential to provide customers with warehouse management and fulfillment solutions; other potential benefits derived from the acquisition and Extensiv’s solution offerings; and other matters. Such forward-looking statements involve known and unknown risks, uncertainties, assumptions and other factors that may cause the actual results, performance or achievements to differ materially from the anticipated results, performance or achievements or developments expressed or implied by such forward-looking statements. Such factors include, but are not limited to, the expected future performance of the Extensiv business based on its historical and projected performance, the successful integration of the acquired business, the retention of customers and employees, realization of anticipated synergies and benefits, as well as the factors and assumptions discussed in the section entitled, "Certain Factors That May Affect Future Results" in documents filed with the Securities and Exchange Commission, the Ontario Securities Commission and other securities regulatory authorities across Canada including Descartes’ most recently filed annual and interim management's discussion and analysis which are available under Descartes’ profile through the EDGAR website at http://www.sec.gov or through the SEDAR+ website at http://www.sedarplus.com/. If any such risks actually occur, they could, among other consequences, materially adversely affect our business, financial condition or results of operations. In that case, the trading price of our common shares could decline, perhaps materially. Readers are cautioned not to place undue reliance upon any such forward-looking statements, which speak only as of the date made. Forward-looking statements are provided for the purposes of providing information about management's current expectations and plans relating to the future. Readers are cautioned that such information may not be appropriate for other purposes. We do not undertake or accept any obligation or undertaking to release publicly any updates or revisions to any forward-looking statements to reflect any change in our expectations or any change in events, conditions or circumstances on which any such statement is based, except as required by law.
MILWAUKEE, Sept. 04, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Douglas Dynamics, Inc. (NYSE: PLOW), North America's premier manufacturer and upfitter of work truck attachments and equipment, today announced that its Board of Directors approved and declared a quarterly cash dividend of $0.295 per share for the third quarter of 2026.
The declared dividend will be paid on September 30, 2026 to stockholders of record on September 15, 2026.
About Douglas Dynamics
Home to the most trusted brands in the industry, Douglas Dynamics is North America’s premier manufacturer and up-fitter of commercial work truck attachments and equipment. For more than 75 years, the Company has been innovating products that not only enable people to perform their jobs more efficiently and effectively, but also enable businesses to increase profitability. Through its proprietary Douglas Dynamics Management System (DDMS), the Company is committed to continuous improvement aimed at consistently producing the highest quality products, at industry-leading levels of service and delivery that ultimately drive shareholder value. The Douglas Dynamics portfolio of products and services is separated into two segments: First, the Work Truck Attachments segment, which includes commercial snow and ice control equipment sold under the FISHER®, SNOWEX® and WESTERN® brands, plus truck-mounted service cranes and dump hoists under the VENCO VENTURO® brand. Second, the Work Truck Solutions segment, which includes the up-fit of market leading attachments and storage solutions under the HENDERSON® brand, and the DEJANA® brand and its related sub-brands.
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Gilliland Jeter Wealth Management ve 2. čtvrtletí snížila svůj podíl v Apple o 2,3 % a po prodeji držela 109 006 akcií. Apple zůstává její největší pozicí.
Gilliland Jeter Wealth Management LLC reduced its stake in shares of Apple Inc. (NASDAQ:AAPL – Free Report) by 2.3% during the 2nd quarter, according to its most recent Form 13F filing with the Securities and Exchange Commission. The firm owned 109,006 shares of the iPhone maker’s stock after selling 2,527 shares during the quarter. Apple accounts for approximately 8.3% of Gilliland Jeter Wealth Management LLC’s portfolio, making the stock its largest holding. Gilliland Jeter Wealth Management LLC’s holdings in Apple were worth $31,542,000 at the end of the most recent reporting period.
A number of other hedge funds and other institutional investors also recently modified their holdings of the stock. Rainier Family Wealth Inc. raised its holdings in shares of Apple by 14.1% in the first quarter. Rainier Family Wealth Inc. now owns 24,386 shares of the iPhone maker’s stock worth $6,189,000 after acquiring an additional 3,014 shares during the last quarter. Eaton Cambridge Inc. boosted its stake in shares of Apple by 21.3% during the first quarter. Eaton Cambridge Inc. now owns 13,968 shares of the iPhone maker’s stock valued at $3,545,000 after acquiring an additional 2,450 shares during the last quarter. Torren Management LLC acquired a new stake in shares of Apple during the fourth quarter valued at $1,178,000. Summit Wealth Partners LLC increased its position in Apple by 108.3% during the 1st quarter. Summit Wealth Partners LLC now owns 34,989 shares of the iPhone maker’s stock worth $8,880,000 after purchasing an additional 18,188 shares in the last quarter. Finally, Davis R M Inc. raised its stake in Apple by 2.1% in the 1st quarter. Davis R M Inc. now owns 1,151,352 shares of the iPhone maker’s stock valued at $292,202,000 after purchasing an additional 23,162 shares during the last quarter. 67.73% of the stock is currently owned by institutional investors and hedge funds.
Key Apple News Here are the key news stories impacting Apple this week:
Positive Sentiment: Investor optimism is building ahead of Apple’s September 9 product event, the first major launch under new CEO John Ternus. Ternus described the event as “phenomenal,” raising expectations for new premium iPhones and the company’s first foldable iPhone. Apple’s New CEO Teases “Phenomenal” iPhone Launch Positive Sentiment: The foldable iPhone could provide a significant new growth catalyst. Morgan Stanley estimates the device could contribute approximately $14 billion to the December quarter, while other projections suggest strong market share and premium pricing potential if demand materializes. Apple’s Foldable iPhone May Contribute $14 Billion Positive Sentiment: Morgan Stanley reaffirmed its Overweight rating and set a $360 price target, supporting the view that Apple’s product pipeline and earnings growth can justify its premium valuation. Apple’s services business also continues to benefit from price increases to Apple TV and Apple One. Apple TV Price Hike Neutral Sentiment: John Ternus has formally succeeded Tim Cook, while Cook remains executive chairman. The structure provides continuity and preserves Cook’s government and China relationships, but Ternus must prove that a product-focused strategy can improve Apple’s position in AI. Apple Leadership Transition Negative Sentiment: Jefferies downgraded Apple to Underperform, reportedly citing the cancellation of an all-glass MacBook or foldable MacBook project and skepticism that the foldable iPhone will be more than a niche product. Jefferies Downgrades Apple Negative Sentiment: Apple faces a £2 billion ($2.7 billion) UK lawsuit alleging that its App Tracking Transparency rules unfairly restrict third-party developers while favoring Apple’s own advertising services. BASF has also filed a separate patent lawsuit over face-authentication technology. BASF Patent Lawsuit Negative Sentiment: Rising memory-chip costs could lift iPhone production expenses sharply, forcing Apple to raise prices, accept lower margins or risk weaker demand. Analysts remain divided, with DA Davidson maintaining a Neutral rating and a $270 price target. Apple Product and Leadership Outlook Negative Sentiment: An Apple senior vice president sold 1,439 shares worth about $456,000. The sale was relatively small, leaving the executive with nearly 35,800 shares, but it may add modestly to near-term investor caution. Apple Insider Trading Filing Analyst Ratings Changes AAPL has been the topic of a number of recent research reports. DZ Bank lowered shares of Apple from a “buy” rating to a “hold” rating and set a $310.00 target price on the stock. in a report on Tuesday, August 4th. Piper Sandler started coverage on shares of Apple in a research report on Monday, August 17th. They issued an “overweight” rating for the company. Jefferies Financial Group downgraded shares of Apple from a “buy” rating to an “underperform” rating and reduced their price objective for the company from $285.56 to $263.66 in a research note on Monday, August 10th. Sanford C. Bernstein reaffirmed an “outperform” rating on shares of Apple in a research note on Monday, June 8th. Finally, Evercore reiterated an “outperform” rating on shares of Apple in a report on Tuesday, August 25th. One analyst has rated the stock with a Strong Buy rating, twenty-two have given a Buy rating, twelve have assigned a Hold rating and four have issued a Sell rating to the company’s stock. According to data from MarketBeat.com, Apple has a consensus rating of “Moderate Buy” and an average target price of $330.61. Get Our Latest Analysis on AAPL
Insider Buying and Selling at Apple In other Apple news, SVP Jennifer Newstead sold 1,439 shares of the business’s stock in a transaction dated Tuesday, September 1st. The stock was sold at an average price of $317.01, for a total transaction of $456,177.39. Following the completion of the sale, the senior vice president owned 35,790 shares of the company’s stock, valued at approximately $11,345,787.90. The trade was a 3.87% decrease in their ownership of the stock. The transaction was disclosed in a legal filing with the Securities & Exchange Commission, which is accessible through this hyperlink. Also, insider Ben Borders sold 116 shares of the company’s stock in a transaction dated Tuesday, June 16th. The stock was sold at an average price of $295.14, for a total value of $34,236.24. Following the sale, the insider owned 38,713 shares of the company’s stock, valued at $11,425,754.82. This represents a 0.30% decrease in their ownership of the stock. The SEC filing for this sale provides additional information. The sale was made to cover tax withholding obligations related to the vesting of equity awards. Insiders sold a total of 5,872 shares of company stock worth $1,823,201 over the last ninety days. Corporate insiders own 0.06% of the company’s stock.
Apple Trading Up 1.0% Shares of AAPL stock opened at $328.21 on Friday. The firm’s 50-day simple moving average is $314.94 and its 200-day simple moving average is $290.13. The company has a debt-to-equity ratio of 0.66, a current ratio of 1.00 and a quick ratio of 0.93. Apple Inc. has a 1-year low of $225.95 and a 1-year high of $344.57. The firm has a market cap of $4.79 trillion, a P/E ratio of 37.64, a PEG ratio of 2.81 and a beta of 1.08.
Apple (NASDAQ:AAPL – Get Free Report) last released its earnings results on Thursday, July 30th. The iPhone maker reported $2.02 earnings per share (EPS) for the quarter, beating analysts’ consensus estimates of $1.89 by $0.13. The firm had revenue of $109.42 billion during the quarter, compared to the consensus estimate of $109.04 billion. Apple had a net margin of 27.62% and a return on equity of 135.46%. Apple’s revenue was up 16.4% compared to the same quarter last year. During the same period in the previous year, the firm earned $1.57 earnings per share. As a group, equities analysts forecast that Apple Inc. will post 8.74 EPS for the current year.
Apple Announces Dividend The company also recently disclosed a quarterly dividend, which was paid on Thursday, August 13th. Stockholders of record on Monday, August 10th were issued a dividend of $0.27 per share. This represents a $1.08 dividend on an annualized basis and a dividend yield of 0.3%. The ex-dividend date was Monday, August 10th. Apple’s dividend payout ratio is presently 12.39%.
Apple Company Profile (Free Report)
Apple Inc (NASDAQ: AAPL) is a multinational technology company headquartered in Cupertino, California, founded in 1976 by Steve Jobs, Steve Wozniak and Ronald Wayne. The company designs, develops and sells consumer electronics, software and services. Over its history Apple has evolved from personal computers to a broad portfolio that spans mobile devices, wearables, home entertainment and digital services.
Apple’s principal hardware products include the iPhone smartphone, iPad tablet, Mac personal computers, Apple Watch wearable devices and a range of accessories such as AirPods and HomePod.
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Harel Insurance Investments & Financial Services ve 2. čtvrtletí zvýšila svůj podíl v Apple o 17,1 % na 2 717 869 akcií po nákupu dalších 396 888 kusů. Podíl měl hodnotu 786,4 mil. USD.
Harel Insurance Investments & Financial Services Ltd. grew its position in Apple Inc. (NASDAQ:AAPL – Free Report) by 17.1% during the second quarter, according to the company in its most recent 13F filing with the SEC. The fund owned 2,717,869 shares of the iPhone maker’s stock after purchasing an additional 396,888 shares during the quarter. Apple makes up about 3.8% of Harel Insurance Investments & Financial Services Ltd.’s portfolio, making the stock its 8th largest position. Harel Insurance Investments & Financial Services Ltd.’s holdings in Apple were worth $786,434,000 at the end of the most recent reporting period.
Other hedge funds and other institutional investors have also bought and sold shares of the company. Norges Bank acquired a new stake in Apple during the fourth quarter worth approximately $52,266,468,000. Nuveen LLC bought a new stake in shares of Apple in the 1st quarter valued at $17,472,482,000. Cardano Risk Management B.V. boosted its stake in Apple by 890.7% during the fourth quarter. Cardano Risk Management B.V. now owns 41,984,810 shares of the iPhone maker’s stock worth $11,413,990,000 after acquiring an additional 37,746,784 shares in the last quarter. Laurel Wealth Advisors LLC grew its holdings in Apple by 20,464.8% in the second quarter. Laurel Wealth Advisors LLC now owns 27,069,029 shares of the iPhone maker’s stock worth $5,553,753,000 after purchasing an additional 26,937,401 shares during the period. Finally, Vanguard Group Inc. grew its holdings in Apple by 1.9% in the fourth quarter. Vanguard Group Inc. now owns 1,426,283,914 shares of the iPhone maker’s stock worth $387,749,545,000 after purchasing an additional 26,856,752 shares during the period. Institutional investors and hedge funds own 67.73% of the company’s stock.
Analyst Upgrades and Downgrades Several equities analysts have recently weighed in on AAPL shares. Evercore reiterated an “outperform” rating on shares of Apple in a report on Tuesday, August 25th. Wedbush restated an “outperform” rating and issued a $400.00 target price on shares of Apple in a research note on Friday, June 5th. BTIG Research began coverage on Apple in a research note on Monday, August 17th. They set a “neutral” rating on the stock. Needham & Company LLC reiterated a “hold” rating on shares of Apple in a report on Friday, July 31st. Finally, Royal Bank Of Canada set a $365.00 price objective on Apple in a research note on Wednesday, July 15th. One research analyst has rated the stock with a Strong Buy rating, twenty-two have assigned a Buy rating, twelve have assigned a Hold rating and four have given a Sell rating to the company’s stock. According to MarketBeat.com, the company currently has a consensus rating of “Moderate Buy” and a consensus price target of $330.61.
View Our Latest Report on AAPL Apple Trading Up 1.0% AAPL opened at $328.21 on Friday. Apple Inc. has a fifty-two week low of $225.95 and a fifty-two week high of $344.57. The firm has a market capitalization of $4.79 trillion, a PE ratio of 37.64, a P/E/G ratio of 2.81 and a beta of 1.08. The company has a debt-to-equity ratio of 0.66, a current ratio of 1.00 and a quick ratio of 0.93. The company’s 50-day moving average is $314.94 and its 200 day moving average is $290.13.
Apple (NASDAQ:AAPL – Get Free Report) last released its quarterly earnings results on Thursday, July 30th. The iPhone maker reported $2.02 earnings per share (EPS) for the quarter, beating analysts’ consensus estimates of $1.89 by $0.13. Apple had a return on equity of 135.46% and a net margin of 27.62%.The business had revenue of $109.42 billion during the quarter, compared to the consensus estimate of $109.04 billion. During the same quarter in the previous year, the business earned $1.57 EPS. The company’s quarterly revenue was up 16.4% on a year-over-year basis. As a group, research analysts predict that Apple Inc. will post 8.74 earnings per share for the current fiscal year.
Apple Announces Dividend The business also recently declared a quarterly dividend, which was paid on Thursday, August 13th. Investors of record on Monday, August 10th were given a $0.27 dividend. This represents a $1.08 dividend on an annualized basis and a yield of 0.3%. The ex-dividend date of this dividend was Monday, August 10th. Apple’s dividend payout ratio is presently 12.39%.
Apple News Roundup Here are the key news stories impacting Apple this week:
Positive Sentiment: Investor optimism is building ahead of Apple’s September 9 product event, the first major launch under new CEO John Ternus. Ternus described the event as “phenomenal,” raising expectations for new premium iPhones and the company’s first foldable iPhone. Apple’s New CEO Teases “Phenomenal” iPhone Launch Positive Sentiment: The foldable iPhone could provide a significant new growth catalyst. Morgan Stanley estimates the device could contribute approximately $14 billion to the December quarter, while other projections suggest strong market share and premium pricing potential if demand materializes. Apple’s Foldable iPhone May Contribute $14 Billion Positive Sentiment: Morgan Stanley reaffirmed its Overweight rating and set a $360 price target, supporting the view that Apple’s product pipeline and earnings growth can justify its premium valuation. Apple’s services business also continues to benefit from price increases to Apple TV and Apple One. Apple TV Price Hike Neutral Sentiment: John Ternus has formally succeeded Tim Cook, while Cook remains executive chairman. The structure provides continuity and preserves Cook’s government and China relationships, but Ternus must prove that a product-focused strategy can improve Apple’s position in AI. Apple Leadership Transition Negative Sentiment: Jefferies downgraded Apple to Underperform, reportedly citing the cancellation of an all-glass MacBook or foldable MacBook project and skepticism that the foldable iPhone will be more than a niche product. Jefferies Downgrades Apple Negative Sentiment: Apple faces a £2 billion ($2.7 billion) UK lawsuit alleging that its App Tracking Transparency rules unfairly restrict third-party developers while favoring Apple’s own advertising services. BASF has also filed a separate patent lawsuit over face-authentication technology. BASF Patent Lawsuit Negative Sentiment: Rising memory-chip costs could lift iPhone production expenses sharply, forcing Apple to raise prices, accept lower margins or risk weaker demand. Analysts remain divided, with DA Davidson maintaining a Neutral rating and a $270 price target. Apple Product and Leadership Outlook Negative Sentiment: An Apple senior vice president sold 1,439 shares worth about $456,000. The sale was relatively small, leaving the executive with nearly 35,800 shares, but it may add modestly to near-term investor caution. Apple Insider Trading Filing Insider Buying and Selling at Apple In other news, SVP Jennifer Newstead sold 1,439 shares of the company’s stock in a transaction on Tuesday, September 1st. The shares were sold at an average price of $317.01, for a total value of $456,177.39. Following the completion of the sale, the senior vice president owned 35,790 shares in the company, valued at $11,345,787.90. This represents a 3.87% decrease in their position. The transaction was disclosed in a legal filing with the SEC, which is available through this hyperlink. Also, insider Ben Borders sold 116 shares of the stock in a transaction dated Tuesday, June 16th. The shares were sold at an average price of $295.14, for a total transaction of $34,236.24. Following the completion of the sale, the insider owned 38,713 shares of the company’s stock, valued at approximately $11,425,754.82. This represents a 0.30% decrease in their position. Additional details regarding this sale are available in the official SEC disclosure. The sale was made to cover tax withholding obligations related to the vesting of equity awards. Over the last 90 days, insiders have sold 5,872 shares of company stock worth $1,823,201. Company insiders own 0.06% of the company’s stock.
Apple Profile (Free Report)
Apple Inc (NASDAQ: AAPL) is a multinational technology company headquartered in Cupertino, California, founded in 1976 by Steve Jobs, Steve Wozniak and Ronald Wayne. The company designs, develops and sells consumer electronics, software and services. Over its history Apple has evolved from personal computers to a broad portfolio that spans mobile devices, wearables, home entertainment and digital services.
Apple’s principal hardware products include the iPhone smartphone, iPad tablet, Mac personal computers, Apple Watch wearable devices and a range of accessories such as AirPods and HomePod.
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Apple ruší plány na velký skládací MacBook a další OLED notebook, ale širší přechod na OLED displeje ponechává v platnosti. Zrušené produkty měly zahrnovat skládací MacBook s úhlopříčkou 16,1 až 18 palců po otevření a další notebook s panelem OLED o velikosti 14,4 až 16,1 palce. Omdia očekává OLED MacBook Pro s úhlopříčkou 14,3 a 16,3 palce na konec roku 2026.
Apple Abandons Large Foldable MacBook: New OLED MacBook Plans Revealed Summary
Apple cancels plans for a large foldable MacBook and another OLED model while keeping its broader OLED roadmap intact
Apple is reshaping its MacBook roadmap, dropping plans for two larger OLED models while keeping its broader transition to OLED screens on track, Omdia said.
The canceled products included a foldable MacBook designed to reach 16.1 to 18 inches when opened and another notebook planned with a 14.4-inch to 16.1-inch OLED panel. The move leaves the existing MacBook Pro size range of 14.3 to 16.3 inches intact.
Apple (AAPL) still plans to expand OLED technology across its MacBook and iPad products. Omdia expects 14.3-inch and 16.3-inch OLED MacBook Pro versions to arrive in late 2026, while current mini-LED models could stay available through at least 2028.
Looking further ahead, Apple is expected to introduce a 13.8-inch MacBook in 2029. The device could sit between the MacBook Air and Pro and feature touch-sensitive OLED technology and an under-display camera, according to Omdia.
The changes could keep Apple's OLED strategy in focus while raising questions about its longer-term MacBook product lineup.
Disclosures I/we have no positions in any stocks mentioned, and have no plans to buy any new positions in the stocks mentioned within the next 72 hours.
AlpenGlobal Capital LLC ve 2. čtvrtletí nově koupila 35 511 akcií společnosti Tesla za přibližně 14,936 milionu USD a udělala z nich největší pozici v portfoliu.
AlpenGlobal Capital LLC acquired a new stake in Tesla, Inc. (NASDAQ:TSLA – Free Report) in the 2nd quarter, according to its most recent Form 13F filing with the SEC. The institutional investor acquired 35,511 shares of the electric vehicle producer’s stock, valued at approximately $14,936,000. Tesla comprises approximately 9.6% of AlpenGlobal Capital LLC’s investment portfolio, making the stock its biggest holding.
Other institutional investors and hedge funds also recently added to or reduced their stakes in the company. Chapman Financial Group LLC acquired a new position in Tesla during the second quarter worth about $26,000. Friedenthal Financial boosted its holdings in shares of Tesla by 66.7% during the 1st quarter. Friedenthal Financial now owns 75 shares of the electric vehicle producer’s stock worth $28,000 after purchasing an additional 30 shares during the last quarter. Turning Point Benefit Group Inc. purchased a new stake in shares of Tesla in the third quarter valued at approximately $30,000. Texas Capital Bancshares Inc TX purchased a new stake in shares of Tesla in the third quarter valued at approximately $31,000. Finally, Harborfront Financial Group LLC acquired a new stake in shares of Tesla in the second quarter valued at approximately $34,000. Institutional investors and hedge funds own 66.20% of the company’s stock.
Analyst Upgrades and Downgrades A number of research firms have weighed in on TSLA. William Blair reissued a “market perform” rating on shares of Tesla in a research note on Thursday, July 2nd. Erste Group Bank upgraded Tesla from a “sell” rating to a “hold” rating in a report on Friday, June 5th. Royal Bank Of Canada reissued an “outperform” rating and set a $500.00 price target on shares of Tesla in a research report on Tuesday, July 28th. Mizuho set a $450.00 target price on shares of Tesla and gave the stock an “outperform” rating in a research note on Thursday, July 23rd. Finally, Robert W. Baird set a $475.00 target price on shares of Tesla in a report on Monday, July 27th. One investment analyst has rated the stock with a Strong Buy rating, twenty-two have issued a Buy rating, eighteen have issued a Hold rating and four have issued a Sell rating to the company’s stock. According to data from MarketBeat.com, the stock presently has a consensus rating of “Hold” and an average target price of $401.74.
Check Out Our Latest Stock Analysis on TSLA Tesla Stock Performance NASDAQ TSLA opened at $376.36 on Friday. The stock has a fifty day simple moving average of $358.73 and a 200-day simple moving average of $383.30. The company has a current ratio of 1.94, a quick ratio of 1.55 and a debt-to-equity ratio of 0.09. The stock has a market cap of $1.49 trillion, a PE ratio of 348.48, a P/E/G ratio of 18.02 and a beta of 1.84. Tesla, Inc. has a twelve month low of $297.38 and a twelve month high of $498.83.
Tesla (NASDAQ:TSLA – Get Free Report) last issued its quarterly earnings data on Thursday, July 23rd. The electric vehicle producer reported $0.33 earnings per share (EPS) for the quarter, missing the consensus estimate of $0.50 by ($0.17). The company had revenue of $28.24 billion during the quarter, compared to analysts’ expectations of $26.42 billion. Tesla had a net margin of 3.67% and a return on equity of 3.82%. The firm’s quarterly revenue was up 25.5% on a year-over-year basis. During the same quarter last year, the firm posted $0.33 earnings per share. Equities analysts anticipate that Tesla, Inc. will post 0.88 earnings per share for the current year.
Insider Activity In other news, CFO Vaibhav Taneja sold 2,606 shares of the business’s stock in a transaction that occurred on Monday, June 8th. The shares were sold at an average price of $402.20, for a total value of $1,048,133.20. Following the sale, the chief financial officer directly owned 22,039 shares of the company’s stock, valued at approximately $8,864,085.80. The trade was a 10.57% decrease in their position. The transaction was disclosed in a legal filing with the Securities & Exchange Commission, which is available at this hyperlink. The sale was made to cover tax withholding obligations related to the vesting of equity awards. Company insiders own 19.90% of the company’s stock.
Key Tesla News Here are the key news stories impacting Tesla this week:
Positive Sentiment: Cybercab service expanded in Austin. Tesla has begun offering driverless rides in its purpose-built, two-seat Cybercab, which reportedly has no steering wheel or pedals. The launch provides a tangible demonstration of Elon Musk’s autonomy strategy and could support a future robotaxi network. Tesla Cybercabs Hit Austin Streets in Expansion of Robotaxi Service Positive Sentiment: Commercial ecosystem is beginning to form. Tesla is soliciting businesses interested in purchasing Cybercab fleets or supplying charging and other infrastructure, suggesting ambitions beyond operating a small pilot fleet. Tesla is asking people if they want to buy and run Cybercab fleets Positive Sentiment: Potential regulatory progress and product support. France has started testing Tesla’s Full Self-Driving technology, while the Model Y L reportedly received a better-than-expected EPA range rating. These developments could improve Tesla’s autonomy credibility and vehicle appeal. France starts tests on Tesla’s self-driving tech Neutral Sentiment: The launch remains largely a promise until Tesla demonstrates scale. The Austin event was private and details on production volumes, pricing, operating economics and broad availability remain limited. Morgan Stanley has warned that a small initial fleet could disappoint investors. Negative Sentiment: Competition, safety and valuation risks remain substantial. Waymo is ahead in U.S. robotaxi operations, while Tesla’s FSD faces renewed scrutiny after a reported fatal Illinois crash. At roughly $1.49 trillion in market value and a very high earnings multiple, TSLA requires strong autonomous-vehicle execution to justify its valuation. Tesla keeps hyping robotaxis as its future Negative Sentiment: Core automotive and energy concerns persist. European sales were mixed, China sales growth slowed, Cybertruck demand has disappointed, and Tesla reportedly stopped taking Solar Roof orders. These issues reinforce investor concerns that the autonomy narrative is compensating for weaker established businesses. About Tesla (Free Report)
Tesla, Inc (NASDAQ: TSLA) is an American company that designs, manufactures and sells electric vehicles, energy generation and energy storage products. Founded in 2003 by Martin Eberhard and Marc Tarpenning, Tesla grew into a vertically integrated mobility and clean‑energy company with Elon Musk serving as its chief executive officer. The company’s stated mission is to accelerate the world’s transition to sustainable energy, reflected in its combined focus on electric drivetrains, battery technology, renewable energy products and software.
Tesla’s automotive business includes a lineup of battery‑electric vehicles and related services.
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Advisors Preferred LLC ve 2. čtvrtletí otevřela novou pozici v Tesla a nakoupila 4 200 akcií za zhruba 1,652 milionu USD. CFO Vaibhav Taneja prodal 2 606 akcií za 1,048 milionu USD.
Advisors Preferred LLC acquired a new position in shares of Tesla, Inc. (NASDAQ:TSLA – Free Report) during the 2nd quarter, according to its most recent 13F filing with the SEC. The fund acquired 4,200 shares of the electric vehicle producer’s stock, valued at approximately $1,652,000.
A number of other institutional investors also recently made changes to their positions in the business. Turning Point Benefit Group Inc. bought a new position in shares of Tesla in the third quarter valued at approximately $30,000. Texas Capital Bancshares Inc TX bought a new stake in shares of Tesla in the 3rd quarter worth $31,000. Friedenthal Financial raised its stake in shares of Tesla by 66.7% in the 1st quarter. Friedenthal Financial now owns 75 shares of the electric vehicle producer’s stock worth $28,000 after buying an additional 30 shares in the last quarter. Chapman Financial Group LLC acquired a new stake in shares of Tesla in the second quarter valued at $26,000. Finally, Harborfront Financial Group LLC bought a new position in Tesla during the second quarter valued at about $34,000. 66.20% of the stock is owned by institutional investors and hedge funds.
Insider Activity at Tesla In related news, CFO Vaibhav Taneja sold 2,606 shares of the business’s stock in a transaction that occurred on Monday, June 8th. The shares were sold at an average price of $402.20, for a total transaction of $1,048,133.20. Following the transaction, the chief financial officer directly owned 22,039 shares of the company’s stock, valued at approximately $8,864,085.80. The trade was a 10.57% decrease in their ownership of the stock. The sale was disclosed in a document filed with the SEC, which is accessible through the SEC website. The sale was made to cover tax withholding obligations related to the vesting of equity awards. Corporate insiders own 19.90% of the company’s stock.
Tesla Price Performance TSLA opened at $376.36 on Friday. The firm has a market capitalization of $1.49 trillion, a P/E ratio of 348.48, a PEG ratio of 18.02 and a beta of 1.84. The stock has a fifty day moving average of $358.73 and a 200-day moving average of $383.30. The company has a quick ratio of 1.55, a current ratio of 1.94 and a debt-to-equity ratio of 0.09. Tesla, Inc. has a 12-month low of $297.38 and a 12-month high of $498.83. Tesla (NASDAQ:TSLA – Get Free Report) last issued its quarterly earnings results on Thursday, July 23rd. The electric vehicle producer reported $0.33 earnings per share for the quarter, missing analysts’ consensus estimates of $0.50 by ($0.17). The business had revenue of $28.24 billion for the quarter, compared to analysts’ expectations of $26.42 billion. Tesla had a net margin of 3.67% and a return on equity of 3.82%. The business’s quarterly revenue was up 25.5% compared to the same quarter last year. During the same quarter in the prior year, the firm posted $0.33 EPS. Equities analysts forecast that Tesla, Inc. will post 0.88 EPS for the current fiscal year.
Wall Street Analyst Weigh In TSLA has been the topic of several research reports. Cantor Fitzgerald reiterated an “overweight” rating and issued a $485.00 price target (down from $510.00) on shares of Tesla in a research report on Thursday, July 23rd. UBS Group set a $460.00 price objective on shares of Tesla in a research report on Thursday, July 23rd. Evercore raised shares of Tesla from a “hold” rating to an “outperform” rating in a research note on Friday, June 5th. DZ Bank upgraded shares of Tesla from a “hold” rating to a “strong-buy” rating in a report on Thursday, July 23rd. Finally, BNP Paribas Exane lowered shares of Tesla from a “hold” rating to an “underperform” rating in a research note on Friday, June 5th. One analyst has rated the stock with a Strong Buy rating, twenty-two have issued a Buy rating, eighteen have given a Hold rating and four have issued a Sell rating to the stock. According to MarketBeat, the company currently has an average rating of “Hold” and an average price target of $401.74.
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More Tesla News Here are the key news stories impacting Tesla this week:
Positive Sentiment: Cybercab service expanded in Austin. Tesla has begun offering driverless rides in its purpose-built, two-seat Cybercab, which reportedly has no steering wheel or pedals. The launch provides a tangible demonstration of Elon Musk’s autonomy strategy and could support a future robotaxi network. Tesla Cybercabs Hit Austin Streets in Expansion of Robotaxi Service Positive Sentiment: Commercial ecosystem is beginning to form. Tesla is soliciting businesses interested in purchasing Cybercab fleets or supplying charging and other infrastructure, suggesting ambitions beyond operating a small pilot fleet. Tesla is asking people if they want to buy and run Cybercab fleets Positive Sentiment: Potential regulatory progress and product support. France has started testing Tesla’s Full Self-Driving technology, while the Model Y L reportedly received a better-than-expected EPA range rating. These developments could improve Tesla’s autonomy credibility and vehicle appeal. France starts tests on Tesla’s self-driving tech Neutral Sentiment: The launch remains largely a promise until Tesla demonstrates scale. The Austin event was private and details on production volumes, pricing, operating economics and broad availability remain limited. Morgan Stanley has warned that a small initial fleet could disappoint investors. Negative Sentiment: Competition, safety and valuation risks remain substantial. Waymo is ahead in U.S. robotaxi operations, while Tesla’s FSD faces renewed scrutiny after a reported fatal Illinois crash. At roughly $1.49 trillion in market value and a very high earnings multiple, TSLA requires strong autonomous-vehicle execution to justify its valuation. Tesla keeps hyping robotaxis as its future Negative Sentiment: Core automotive and energy concerns persist. European sales were mixed, China sales growth slowed, Cybertruck demand has disappointed, and Tesla reportedly stopped taking Solar Roof orders. These issues reinforce investor concerns that the autonomy narrative is compensating for weaker established businesses. Tesla Company Profile (Free Report)
Tesla, Inc (NASDAQ: TSLA) is an American company that designs, manufactures and sells electric vehicles, energy generation and energy storage products. Founded in 2003 by Martin Eberhard and Marc Tarpenning, Tesla grew into a vertically integrated mobility and clean‑energy company with Elon Musk serving as its chief executive officer. The company’s stated mission is to accelerate the world’s transition to sustainable energy, reflected in its combined focus on electric drivetrains, battery technology, renewable energy products and software.
Tesla’s automotive business includes a lineup of battery‑electric vehicles and related services.
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Allen Mooney & Barnes Investment Advisors ve 2. čtvrtletí snížila podíl v Coca-Cola o 15,7 % a prodala 6 325 akcií. Po prodeji fond držel 33 906 akcií v hodnotě 2,756 mil. USD.
Allen Mooney & Barnes Investment Advisors LLC trimmed its position in CocaCola Company (The) (NYSE:KO – Free Report) by 15.7% during the second quarter, according to its most recent disclosure with the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC). The fund owned 33,906 shares of the company’s stock after selling 6,325 shares during the quarter. Allen Mooney & Barnes Investment Advisors LLC’s holdings in CocaCola were worth $2,756,000 at the end of the most recent reporting period.
Other institutional investors have also added to or reduced their stakes in the company. Lantern Wealth Advisors LLC boosted its position in CocaCola by 3.6% in the second quarter. Lantern Wealth Advisors LLC now owns 3,316 shares of the company’s stock valued at $270,000 after buying an additional 115 shares in the last quarter. Gill Capital Partners LLC grew its position in CocaCola by 4.1% during the 2nd quarter. Gill Capital Partners LLC now owns 2,992 shares of the company’s stock worth $243,000 after acquiring an additional 117 shares during the last quarter. Paragon Private Wealth Management LLC increased its holdings in CocaCola by 1.4% in the 2nd quarter. Paragon Private Wealth Management LLC now owns 8,726 shares of the company’s stock worth $709,000 after purchasing an additional 123 shares in the last quarter. Everpar Advisors LLC raised its position in CocaCola by 0.9% in the second quarter. Everpar Advisors LLC now owns 14,504 shares of the company’s stock valued at $1,179,000 after purchasing an additional 125 shares during the last quarter. Finally, Geneos Wealth Management Inc. raised its position in CocaCola by 0.3% in the first quarter. Geneos Wealth Management Inc. now owns 40,879 shares of the company’s stock valued at $3,109,000 after purchasing an additional 129 shares during the last quarter. 70.26% of the stock is currently owned by institutional investors and hedge funds.
Wall Street Analysts Forecast Growth Several research firms have recently weighed in on KO. Evercore restated an “outperform” rating and set a $100.00 price target on shares of CocaCola in a report on Tuesday, July 28th. Morgan Stanley reiterated an “overweight” rating and issued a $100.00 price objective (up from $89.00) on shares of CocaCola in a report on Wednesday, July 29th. Truist Financial set a $88.00 target price on shares of CocaCola in a research report on Friday, June 26th. Piper Sandler boosted their target price on shares of CocaCola from $88.00 to $95.00 and gave the stock an “overweight” rating in a report on Wednesday, July 29th. Finally, Wells Fargo & Company upped their price target on shares of CocaCola from $90.00 to $95.00 and gave the company an “overweight” rating in a research report on Wednesday, July 29th. Fifteen analysts have rated the stock with a Buy rating and three have assigned a Hold rating to the company’s stock. Based on data from MarketBeat.com, the stock currently has an average rating of “Moderate Buy” and a consensus target price of $95.76.
View Our Latest Report on KO Insider Activity at CocaCola In other CocaCola news, insider Bruno Pietracci sold 111,365 shares of the business’s stock in a transaction that occurred on Thursday, August 20th. The stock was sold at an average price of $90.93, for a total value of $10,126,419.45. Following the transaction, the insider directly owned 41,365 shares of the company’s stock, valued at approximately $3,761,319.45. The trade was a 72.92% decrease in their ownership of the stock. The sale was disclosed in a filing with the Securities & Exchange Commission, which can be accessed through this hyperlink. The sale was made to cover tax withholding obligations related to the vesting of equity awards. Also, CFO John Murphy sold 152,483 shares of the stock in a transaction that occurred on Friday, July 31st. The stock was sold at an average price of $87.31, for a total value of $13,313,290.73. Following the transaction, the chief financial officer owned 279,917 shares in the company, valued at $24,439,553.27. The trade was a 35.26% decrease in their ownership of the stock. The disclosure for this sale is available in the SEC filing. The sale was made to cover tax withholding obligations related to the vesting of equity awards. Insiders have sold 1,050,604 shares of company stock worth $93,022,219 over the last quarter. 0.90% of the stock is owned by company insiders.
CocaCola Trading Up 0.7% Shares of KO stock opened at $88.86 on Friday. CocaCola Company has a 1-year low of $65.35 and a 1-year high of $92.49. The company has a current ratio of 1.30, a quick ratio of 1.12 and a debt-to-equity ratio of 0.97. The stock has a market cap of $382.32 billion, a price-to-earnings ratio of 26.68, a PEG ratio of 3.44 and a beta of 0.34. The stock has a 50-day moving average of $85.99 and a 200-day moving average of $81.13.
CocaCola (NYSE:KO – Get Free Report) last posted its quarterly earnings data on Tuesday, July 28th. The company reported $0.97 EPS for the quarter, topping analysts’ consensus estimates of $0.93 by $0.04. CocaCola had a return on equity of 39.38% and a net margin of 28.56%.The company had revenue of $13.37 billion for the quarter, compared to analyst estimates of $13.17 billion. During the same period in the previous year, the firm earned $0.87 earnings per share. The firm’s quarterly revenue was up 6.2% on a year-over-year basis. CocaCola has set its FY 2026 guidance at 3.270-3.300 EPS. On average, equities research analysts forecast that CocaCola Company will post 3.29 earnings per share for the current year.
CocaCola Dividend Announcement The firm also recently disclosed a quarterly dividend, which will be paid on Thursday, October 1st. Stockholders of record on Tuesday, September 15th will be paid a $0.53 dividend. This represents a $2.12 dividend on an annualized basis and a dividend yield of 2.4%. The ex-dividend date of this dividend is Tuesday, September 15th. CocaCola’s payout ratio is currently 63.66%.
CocaCola Company Profile (Free Report)
The Coca‑Cola Company (NYSE: KO) is a global beverage manufacturer, marketer and distributor best known for its flagship Coca‑Cola soda. Headquartered in Atlanta, Georgia, the company develops and sells concentrates, syrups and finished beverages across a broad portfolio of brands. Its product range spans sparkling soft drinks, bottled water, sports drinks, juices, ready‑to‑drink teas and coffees, and other still beverages, marketed under both global and regional brand names.
Coca‑Cola’s brand portfolio includes widely recognized names such as Coca‑Cola, Diet Coke, Coca‑Cola Zero Sugar, Sprite, Fanta, Minute Maid, Powerade and Dasani, and in recent years the company has expanded into the coffee and premium beverage categories through acquisitions such as Costa Coffee.
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BayBridge Capital Group LLC lifted its holdings in shares of Microsoft Corporation (NASDAQ:MSFT – Free Report) by 28.1% during the second quarter, according to its most recent 13F filing with the Securities and Exchange Commission. The institutional investor owned 5,318 shares of the software giant’s stock after buying an additional 1,167 shares during the quarter. Microsoft comprises 1.0% of BayBridge Capital Group LLC’s investment portfolio, making the stock its 16th biggest position. BayBridge Capital Group LLC’s holdings in Microsoft were worth $1,984,000 as of its most recent SEC filing.
Other institutional investors and hedge funds also recently bought and sold shares of the company. WFA Asset Management Corp boosted its holdings in shares of Microsoft by 27.0% in the first quarter. WFA Asset Management Corp now owns 1,016 shares of the software giant’s stock worth $427,000 after acquiring an additional 216 shares during the period. Ironwood Wealth Management LLC. grew its position in shares of Microsoft by 0.3% in the second quarter. Ironwood Wealth Management LLC. now owns 12,658 shares of the software giant’s stock valued at $5,658,000 after purchasing an additional 38 shares in the last quarter. Discipline Wealth Solutions LLC raised its stake in shares of Microsoft by 410.4% during the 3rd quarter. Discipline Wealth Solutions LLC now owns 2,659 shares of the software giant’s stock valued at $1,144,000 after purchasing an additional 2,138 shares during the period. Wealth Group Ltd. lifted its holdings in Microsoft by 1.2% during the 4th quarter. Wealth Group Ltd. now owns 2,374 shares of the software giant’s stock worth $1,000,000 after purchasing an additional 28 shares in the last quarter. Finally, Eagle Capital Management LLC lifted its holdings in Microsoft by 0.4% during the 4th quarter. Eagle Capital Management LLC now owns 23,097 shares of the software giant’s stock worth $9,735,000 after purchasing an additional 96 shares in the last quarter. 71.13% of the stock is owned by institutional investors.
Microsoft News Roundup Here are the key news stories impacting Microsoft this week:
Positive Sentiment: Microsoft will begin reporting quarterly Azure revenue in fiscal 2027 and reorganize its financial reporting from three segments into two AI-focused categories. Azure generated approximately $29.4 billion in quarterly revenue and $101.9 billion for fiscal 2026, providing investors with more visibility into cloud growth and AI demand. Microsoft to reveal Azure cloud sales in financial reporting shift Positive Sentiment: Citi reaffirmed a Buy rating and $600 price target, while other analysts cited Microsoft’s large AI backlog, Azure’s more than $100 billion annual revenue and the potential for improved AI economics. The company’s latest earnings also showed strong momentum, with revenue up 17.7% year over year and a substantial earnings beat. Analyst reaffirms Buy on Microsoft Positive Sentiment: Microsoft-backed OpenAI launched GPT-6 Astra, potentially strengthening Microsoft’s AI ecosystem and demand for Azure infrastructure. Microsoft is also securing long-term power capacity for data centers and expanding Microsoft 365 Copilot integrations. OpenAI launches GPT-6 Astra Neutral Sentiment: CEO Satya Nadella sold 86,525 shares worth about $43.4 million under a pre-arranged Rule 10b5-1 plan. The scheduled nature of the sale limits its significance, although it reduced his holdings by 15.09% and adds to recent insider selling. Negative Sentiment: Microsoft will impose monthly limits on Xbox cloud-gaming hours for Game Pass subscribers beginning in November as service costs rise. The change may improve economics but could hurt consumer sentiment and gaming engagement. Microsoft to impose time limits on Xbox cloud gaming Negative Sentiment: Investors continue to weigh Microsoft’s roughly $116 billion AI infrastructure spending plan, rising data-center costs and pressure on cloud margins. The key risk is whether the large backlog converts into profitable cash flow rather than simply future revenue. Analyst Ratings Changes MSFT has been the subject of a number of recent analyst reports. Guggenheim reaffirmed a “buy” rating and set a $586.00 target price on shares of Microsoft in a report on Monday, July 27th. Benchmark reissued a “buy” rating on shares of Microsoft in a report on Friday, July 24th. BMO Capital Markets raised their price objective on shares of Microsoft from $500.00 to $515.00 and gave the company an “outperform” rating in a research report on Thursday, July 30th. Oppenheimer reaffirmed an “outperform” rating and set a $515.00 price objective on shares of Microsoft in a research note on Wednesday, July 22nd. Finally, Deutsche Bank Aktiengesellschaft reaffirmed a “buy” rating on shares of Microsoft in a report on Monday, July 20th. Forty-two equities research analysts have rated the stock with a Buy rating and five have issued a Hold rating to the stock. According to MarketBeat, the stock presently has a consensus rating of “Moderate Buy” and an average price target of $562.49. Check Out Our Latest Analysis on MSFT
Microsoft Stock Performance Shares of NASDAQ MSFT opened at $510.12 on Friday. The stock has a market cap of $3.79 trillion, a price-to-earnings ratio of 28.40, a P/E/G ratio of 1.60 and a beta of 1.11. The company has a current ratio of 1.23, a quick ratio of 1.22 and a debt-to-equity ratio of 0.07. Microsoft Corporation has a 1-year low of $349.20 and a 1-year high of $553.72. The stock’s 50-day moving average is $441.99 and its 200 day moving average is $415.21.
Microsoft (NASDAQ:MSFT – Get Free Report) last announced its quarterly earnings data on Wednesday, July 29th. The software giant reported $4.74 earnings per share (EPS) for the quarter, beating analysts’ consensus estimates of $4.24 by $0.50. The company had revenue of $90.01 billion during the quarter, compared to analysts’ expectations of $87.62 billion. Microsoft had a net margin of 40.31% and a return on equity of 31.98%. The firm’s revenue was up 17.7% on a year-over-year basis. During the same quarter in the prior year, the company earned $3.65 EPS. On average, sell-side analysts anticipate that Microsoft Corporation will post 19.59 EPS for the current fiscal year.
Microsoft Announces Dividend The business also recently disclosed a quarterly dividend, which will be paid on Thursday, September 10th. Shareholders of record on Thursday, August 20th will be given a $0.91 dividend. The ex-dividend date is Thursday, August 20th. This represents a $3.64 annualized dividend and a yield of 0.7%. Microsoft’s payout ratio is presently 20.27%.
Insider Activity at Microsoft In other Microsoft news, EVP Takeshi Numoto sold 4,810 shares of the stock in a transaction on Tuesday, August 4th. The shares were sold at an average price of $496.48, for a total transaction of $2,388,068.80. Following the completion of the sale, the executive vice president owned 42,677 shares of the company’s stock, valued at $21,188,276.96. This represents a 10.13% decrease in their position. The sale was disclosed in a filing with the SEC, which is available at the SEC website. Also, CEO Satya Nadella sold 86,525 shares of the firm’s stock in a transaction on Tuesday, September 1st. The stock was sold at an average price of $501.46, for a total transaction of $43,388,826.50. Following the completion of the sale, the chief executive officer directly owned 486,763 shares in the company, valued at approximately $244,092,173.98. This trade represents a 15.09% decrease in their position. The disclosure for this sale is available in the SEC filing. The transaction was executed under a pre-arranged Rule 10b5-1 trading plan. Insiders sold 108,335 shares of company stock worth $53,499,700 in the last three months. 0.03% of the stock is owned by insiders.
Microsoft Company Profile (Free Report)
Microsoft Corporation is a global technology company headquartered in Redmond, Washington. Founded in 1975 by Bill Gates and Paul Allen, Microsoft develops, licenses and supports a broad range of software products, services and devices for consumers, enterprises and governments worldwide. Its operations span personal computing, productivity software, cloud infrastructure, enterprise applications, developer tools and gaming.
Microsoft’s product portfolio includes the Windows operating system and the Microsoft 365 suite of productivity and collaboration tools (Office apps, Outlook, Teams).
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Microsoft oznámil čtvrtletní výnosy Azure ve výši 29,4 miliardy USD, zatímco Google Cloud dosáhl 24,8 miliardy USD. Alphabet tak zaostává o 4,6 miliardy USD.
Microsoft's disclosure places Alphabet third by revenue while exposing the value of closing a relatively narrow gap. Summary
Google Cloud is smaller, but each market-share point now carries visible value.
Alphabet GOOGL, Google's advertising, cloud and artificial-intelligence machine, faced a blunt new benchmark at $338.31 per share. Microsoft MSFT disclosed $29.4 billion in quarterly Azure revenue, while Google Cloud produced $24.8 billion. Azure is ahead by $4.6 billion. The cloud race finally has a clean scoreboard.
Alphabet is not answering with small checks. Its second-quarter filing showed $119.8 billion in total revenue, with Google Services contributing $94.5 billion. Capital expenditures exploded to $44.9 billion as Alphabet raced to build the data centers, networks and computing muscle behind its AI and cloud push.
Here is the pressure point. Azure's lead equals roughly 18.5% of Google Cloud's revenue, while Google Cloud already generates 20.7% of Alphabet's total sales. Meanwhile, the stock's $338.31 price stands 34.27% above its $251.97 GF Value™ estimate. That is a rich premium. Alphabet now needs its enormous infrastructure bet to close the cloud gap, win profitable market share and prove investors are not paying tomorrow's price too early.
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Microsoft od příštího fiskálního čtvrtletí mění reporting na dvě divize: Devices and Consumer a Agents and Infra. Nově poprvé zveřejní čtvrtletní tržby platformy Azure.
Microsoft is switching up its reporting structure for the AI era. As of the next fiscal quarter, its current three reporting segments—Productivity and Business Processes, Intelligent Cloud, and More Personal Computing—will be replaced with two brand new ones: Devices and Consumer, and Agents and Infra, according to The Wall Street Journal.
Devices and Consumer is a pretty self-explanatory segment, including revenue from Microsoft’s customer-facing products like Xbox and Windows devices, as well as from LinkedIn and search advertising.
But Agents and Infra is a more obtuse title. It’s a bit of a catch-all for revenue from Microsoft’s other products, including its AI models, cloud infrastructure, and Microsoft 365 (including its Copilot features). The change means Microsoft will be disclosing quarterly revenue for its cloud-computing platform Azure for the first time.
Microsoft CEO Satya Nadella says the change to the company’s reporting structure is meant to reflect how artificial intelligence is shaking up the way Microsoft operates.
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“There’s no question Al represents a profound shift in both technology and business,” he said during a recent presentation. “To reflect this and provide increased transparency to investors, we are updating our financial reporting to mirror how the business is operating, how we allocate resources, and where we are headed.”
“This integrated architecture across Agents and Infra is how we think about engaging with customers and driving their outcomes, building products, and monetization,” Nadella continued. “It’s no longer about building or selling one app or service, but about connecting the entire trajectory of a ‘job to be done.’”
Microsoft’s history of wacky wordsAgents and Infra sounds more like a video game subtitle than a department at one of the world’s biggest tech companies. But it’s far from the first time Microsoft has gotten . . . ahem, creative with its corporate vocabulary.
Boeing ve 2. čtvrtletí zvýšil tržby divize obrany, vesmíru a bezpečnosti o 13 % na 7,48 miliardy USD, ale čelí rušeným objednávkám a zpoždění programu 777X.
Key Takeaways Boeing's BDS revenues rose 13% in Q2 2026, while backlog reached $85 billion.Boeing faces order cancellations, slow production and a 777X program running seven years late.Boeing trades at a 1.55X forward P/S, below the aerospace-defense industry's 2.36X average. The Boeing Company’s (BA - Free Report) shares have lost 3.2% over the past three months compared with the Zacks Aerospace-Defense industry’s decline of 3.8%. Boeing remains one of the largest U.S. commercial aircraft manufacturers. Steadily growing commercial air travel should boost Boeing’s service business unit. The outlook for Boeing’s defense and space business segment also remains optimistic.
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Shares of other defense stocks, such as Northrop Grumman (NOC - Free Report) and Lockheed Martin (LMT - Free Report) , have shown mixed performance over the same time frame. Shares of Northrop Grumman have lost 3.1% while those of Lockheed Martin have risen 2.7%. Northrop Grumman benefits from a record backlog, rising defense spending and expanding demand for strategic deterrence, missile defense, space and advanced aircraft. Lockheed Martin’s record backlog, expanding munitions capacity and alignment with U.S. and allied defense priorities support durable growth.
Considering Boeing’s current price decline, investors may be wondering whether now is a good time to add the stock to their portfolios. Let’s examine the factors and assess the company’s investment prospects to make a more informed decision.
Factors Acting in Favor of BA StockThe outlook for the aerospace giant’s defense and space business also remains encouraging, as Boeing is one of the largest defense contractors globally and a prominent integrator for the International Space Station.
Thanks to its diverse defense product portfolio and established footprint in the space technology industry, Boeing witnesses a solid inflow of contracts. In the second quarter of 2026, Boeing’s Defense, Space & Security (“BDS”) revenues increased 13% year over year to $7.48 billion, driven by higher volumes across classified programs, missiles and weapons, and KC-46A activity. The segment booked $7 billion of orders and ended the quarter with an $85 billion backlog, with 27% tied to customers outside the United States.
Recently, Boeing completed the sale of its 50% stake in HRL Laboratories (which was a 50/50 joint venture between Boeing and GM) to IBM. The completion benefits Boeing by allowing the company to focus capital and management resources on its core aerospace, defense and space businesses, rather than allocating resources to an advanced-technology joint venture outside its primary operations.
Boeing’s new seven-year framework agreements for the Standard Missile-3 (SM-3) provide a positive growth opportunity for the BDS segment by giving the company greater visibility into long-term demand for critical missile-defense components. Under the agreements, Boeing will increase production of avionics and ejector assemblies used in the SM-3 Block IB and IIA interceptors, which are key part of U.S. and allied sea-based missile defense.
Key Headwinds Facing BA StockThe order book is growing, but slow production, delayed deliveries and ongoing inspections could be turning customers away from Boeing’s commercial airplanes, leading to recent order cancellations. Aircraft order cancellations during the six months ended June 30, 2026, totaled $2.78 billion and were primarily related to 737 aircraft. The 777X program has suffered repeated postponements and significant cost overruns.
The Boeing 777X program is running seven years late, with an expected entry-into-service date in 2027. These delays, caused by rigorous FAA scrutiny, design changes and part cracks, have resulted in significant cost overruns. The ongoing trade tensions between the United States and China pose another challenge. Any escalation in trade disputes could delay these deliveries, hurting revenues and increasing inventory costs.
Estimates for BA StockThe Zacks Consensus Estimate for Boeing’s 2026 earnings per share (EPS) indicates a year-over-year improvement of 91.82%.
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The consensus estimate for Northrop Grumman’s 2026 EPS calls for year-over-year growth of 9.45%. The Zacks Consensus Estimate for Lockheed Martin’s 2026 EPS implies a year-over-year rise of 31.44%.
BA’s Earnings Surprise HistoryThe company beat on earnings in one of the trailing four quarters and missed in the other three, delivering an average negative surprise of 113.46%.
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BA Stock’s LiquidityThe company’s current ratio is 1.14 compared with the industry’s average of 1.10. A ratio of more than one suggests a healthy liquidity position, where the business can meet its immediate financial obligations without selling long-term assets.
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BA Stock Trades at a DiscountIn terms of valuation, Boeing’s forward 12-month price-to-sales (P/S) is 1.55X, a discount to the industry’s average of 2.36X. This suggests that investors will be paying a lower price than the company's expected sales growth compared with that of its peer group.
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What Should Be the Next Move?Boeing’s BDS business remains well positioned for growth, supported by a diversified defense portfolio, strong contract activity and an established presence in space technology. Recent strategic actions further strengthen its focus on core defense programs and provide greater long-term revenue visibility.
Considering current execution challenges, new investors should wait and look for a better entry point. Investors who already own this Zacks Rank #3 (Hold) stock may consider retaining it, given the company’s strong earnings growth and solid liquidity. You can see the complete list of today’s Zacks #1 Rank (Strong Buy) stocks here.
Allen Mooney & Barnes Investment Advisors LLC cut its position in Citigroup Inc. (NYSE:C – Free Report) by 6.6% during the second quarter, according to its most recent 13F filing with the Securities and Exchange Commission. The fund owned 83,365 shares of the company’s stock after selling 5,926 shares during the quarter. Citigroup makes up about 1.8% of Allen Mooney & Barnes Investment Advisors LLC’s holdings, making the stock its 25th biggest position. Allen Mooney & Barnes Investment Advisors LLC’s holdings in Citigroup were worth $11,668,000 at the end of the most recent reporting period.
A number of other hedge funds and other institutional investors have also recently added to or reduced their stakes in the business. Norges Bank bought a new position in Citigroup during the 4th quarter valued at about $2,800,944,000. Bank of New York Mellon Corp bought a new stake in shares of Citigroup during the second quarter valued at approximately $3,244,602,000. Nykredit A S bought a new stake in shares of Citigroup during the second quarter valued at approximately $458,275,000. Eurizon Capital SGR S.p.A. acquired a new stake in shares of Citigroup in the fourth quarter valued at approximately $298,082,000. Finally, SEB Asset Management AB acquired a new stake in shares of Citigroup in the first quarter valued at approximately $252,972,000. Institutional investors and hedge funds own 71.72% of the company’s stock.
Wall Street Analyst Weigh In Several research firms have issued reports on C. Weiss Ratings raised Citigroup from a “buy (b)” rating to a “buy (b+)” rating in a report on Monday, August 24th. Keefe, Bruyette & Woods lifted their target price on Citigroup from $140.00 to $153.00 and gave the company an “outperform” rating in a research note on Friday, May 8th. Morgan Stanley boosted their target price on Citigroup from $154.00 to $164.00 and gave the stock an “overweight” rating in a research report on Monday, June 29th. Wells Fargo & Company upped their price target on Citigroup from $162.00 to $165.00 and gave the company an “overweight” rating in a research note on Thursday, June 18th. Finally, UBS Group cut their price target on Citigroup from $150.00 to $142.00 and set a “neutral” rating on the stock in a research note on Monday, August 3rd. Two investment analysts have rated the stock with a Strong Buy rating, thirteen have issued a Buy rating and four have given a Hold rating to the company. According to data from MarketBeat.com, Citigroup presently has an average rating of “Moderate Buy” and a consensus price target of $145.22.
Get Our Latest Research Report on Citigroup Citigroup Stock Performance C stock opened at $138.10 on Friday. Citigroup Inc. has a 1-year low of $93.66 and a 1-year high of $147.96. The company has a current ratio of 0.99, a quick ratio of 0.99 and a debt-to-equity ratio of 1.71. The firm has a market cap of $235.54 billion, a PE ratio of 14.91, a P/E/G ratio of 0.60 and a beta of 1.12. The business’s 50-day moving average price is $135.33 and its two-hundred day moving average price is $127.36.
Citigroup (NYSE:C – Get Free Report) last announced its quarterly earnings results on Tuesday, July 14th. The company reported $3.15 earnings per share (EPS) for the quarter, topping the consensus estimate of $2.74 by $0.41. Citigroup had a return on equity of 10.15% and a net margin of 10.23%.The company had revenue of $24.77 billion during the quarter, compared to the consensus estimate of $23.74 billion. During the same period in the prior year, the company earned $1.96 earnings per share. The company’s revenue for the quarter was up 14.5% compared to the same quarter last year. As a group, research analysts forecast that Citigroup Inc. will post 11.21 earnings per share for the current year.
Citigroup Increases Dividend The firm also recently announced a quarterly dividend, which was paid on Friday, August 28th. Investors of record on Monday, August 3rd were paid a dividend of $0.67 per share. This represents a $2.68 dividend on an annualized basis and a yield of 1.9%. The ex-dividend date of this dividend was Monday, August 3rd. This is a positive change from Citigroup’s previous quarterly dividend of $0.60. Citigroup’s dividend payout ratio (DPR) is currently 28.94%.
Citigroup declared that its board has authorized a stock buyback plan on Thursday, May 7th that authorizes the company to repurchase $30.00 billion in shares. This repurchase authorization authorizes the company to buy up to 13.7% of its stock through open market purchases. Stock repurchase plans are typically a sign that the company’s leadership believes its shares are undervalued.
Key Citigroup News Here are the key news stories impacting Citigroup this week:
Positive Sentiment: Buybacks and dividends support the stock: Citigroup is accelerating share repurchases and dividend payments as stronger earnings, excess capital and business simplification improve its ability to return money to shareholders. The strategy could enhance per-share earnings and reinforce confidence in management’s turnaround plan. Can Citigroup Sustain Its Aggressive Capital Return Strategy? Positive Sentiment: Blockchain payments provide a growth catalyst: Citi’s Services business processed live transactions on Swift’s blockchain-based ledger, making it the first U.S. bank to conduct native ledger transactions through the initiative. The move strengthens Citi’s positioning in always-on, cross-border payments and could create longer-term revenue opportunities with institutional clients. Citi’s Services Business Pioneers Live Transactions on Swift’s Ledger Positive Sentiment: AI-driven expense controls may improve profitability: Citi is using artificial intelligence to review and renegotiate outside law-firm billing. Although the savings potential was not quantified, lower legal expenses could support operating efficiency across capital-markets, compliance and banking operations. Citigroup Uses AI To Push Law Firms On Fees Neutral Sentiment: Currency view signals a changing rate outlook: Citi recommended shorting the U.S. dollar against the Canadian dollar, anticipating that stretched U.S.-Canada interest-rate differentials will reverse. The call highlights potential shifts in Federal Reserve expectations but has limited direct impact on Citigroup’s fundamental earnings. Citi goes short USD/CAD Negative Sentiment: UK sanctions-related penalty remains a reputational and compliance risk: Citi was fined £4.7 million for historical breaches of Russian sanctions at its London branch. The financial cost is modest relative to Citi’s size, but the action underscores ongoing regulatory and control risks. Citigroup Fined £4.7 Million in UK for Russia Sanctions Breaches Citigroup Profile (Free Report)
Citigroup Inc is a global financial services company headquartered in New York City with roots tracing back to the City Bank of New York, founded in 1812. The modern Citigroup was created through the 1998 merger of Citicorp and Travelers Group and has since operated as a diversified bank holding company that provides a broad range of banking and financial products and services to consumers, corporations, governments and institutions worldwide.
Citi’s principal businesses include retail and commercial banking, credit card and consumer lending products, wealth management and private banking, and a full suite of institutional services.
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Jennison Associates LLC decreased its position in shares of JPMorgan Chase & Co. (NYSE:JPM – Free Report) by 12.3% during the second quarter, according to its most recent 13F filing with the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC). The firm owned 1,213,493 shares of the financial services provider’s stock after selling 170,155 shares during the quarter. Jennison Associates LLC’s holdings in JPMorgan Chase & Co. were worth $397,213,000 as of its most recent SEC filing.
Several other institutional investors have also recently made changes to their positions in the company. Timmons Wealth Management LLC purchased a new position in JPMorgan Chase & Co. in the fourth quarter valued at $27,000. Caitong International Asset Management Co. Ltd acquired a new stake in shares of JPMorgan Chase & Co. during the 4th quarter valued at about $32,000. MBM Wealth Consultants LLC acquired a new stake in shares of JPMorgan Chase & Co. during the 1st quarter valued at about $29,000. Aventus Investment Advisors Inc. purchased a new position in shares of JPMorgan Chase & Co. in the 2nd quarter valued at about $33,000. Finally, Osbon Capital Management LLC purchased a new position in shares of JPMorgan Chase & Co. in the 4th quarter valued at about $35,000. 71.55% of the stock is owned by hedge funds and other institutional investors.
Wall Street Analyst Weigh In A number of brokerages have issued reports on JPM. Keefe, Bruyette & Woods increased their price target on JPMorgan Chase & Co. from $370.00 to $384.00 and gave the stock an “outperform” rating in a research report on Wednesday, July 15th. The Goldman Sachs Group restated a “buy” rating and issued a $418.00 price objective on shares of JPMorgan Chase & Co. in a research report on Tuesday, July 14th. Truist Financial upped their price objective on shares of JPMorgan Chase & Co. from $344.00 to $352.00 and gave the stock a “hold” rating in a research report on Wednesday, July 15th. Morgan Stanley reissued a “positive” rating and set a $370.00 target price on shares of JPMorgan Chase & Co. in a research note on Wednesday, July 15th. Finally, Royal Bank Of Canada upped their price target on shares of JPMorgan Chase & Co. from $330.00 to $370.00 and gave the stock an “outperform” rating in a research report on Wednesday, July 15th. One equities research analyst has rated the stock with a Strong Buy rating, sixteen have given a Buy rating and eleven have assigned a Hold rating to the company. According to MarketBeat.com, the company presently has a consensus rating of “Moderate Buy” and a consensus price target of $359.96.
View Our Latest Analysis on JPM JPMorgan Chase & Co. Price Performance JPMorgan Chase & Co. stock opened at $362.11 on Friday. The company has a fifty day simple moving average of $349.30 and a 200-day simple moving average of $320.17. The firm has a market capitalization of $962.56 billion, a price-to-earnings ratio of 15.51, a PEG ratio of 1.47 and a beta of 0.98. The company has a quick ratio of 0.85, a current ratio of 0.85 and a debt-to-equity ratio of 1.30. JPMorgan Chase & Co. has a 52-week low of $279.10 and a 52-week high of $366.50.
JPMorgan Chase & Co. (NYSE:JPM – Get Free Report) last posted its quarterly earnings results on Tuesday, July 14th. The financial services provider reported $6.14 earnings per share for the quarter, topping analysts’ consensus estimates of $5.59 by $0.55. JPMorgan Chase & Co. had a net margin of 21.86% and a return on equity of 18.23%. The firm had revenue of $58.02 billion for the quarter, compared to analyst estimates of $50.72 billion. During the same period in the previous year, the business posted $4.96 earnings per share. JPMorgan Chase & Co.’s quarterly revenue was up 27.7% on a year-over-year basis. On average, equities analysts anticipate that JPMorgan Chase & Co. will post 24.28 EPS for the current fiscal year.
Key Headlines Impacting JPMorgan Chase & Co. Here are the key news stories impacting JPMorgan Chase & Co. this week:
Positive Sentiment: Higher interest-rate expectations and a 10-year Treasury yield near 4.8% are supporting the earnings case for JPMorgan. Recent commentary cited a 10% increase in net interest income to $25.6 billion, making banks more attractive as investors rotate away from some growth stocks. JPMorgan Rises as 10-Year Treasury Yield Hits 4.8% Expectations of Rising Rates and Worries About AI Have Investors Piling Into Big Bank Stocks Positive Sentiment: JPMorgan’s market outperformance reflects favorable investor positioning and continued confidence in the bank’s fundamentals following its latest earnings beat, which included stronger-than-expected revenue and earnings growth. JPMorgan Chase & Co. Outperforms Broader Market Positive Sentiment: JPMorgan’s Kinexys blockchain platform is gaining traction in payments and settlement, potentially accelerating fund transfers, strengthening client relationships and creating longer-term payments revenue opportunities. Will Kinexys Fuel JPMorgan’s Next Leg of Payments Growth? Neutral Sentiment: JPMorgan’s strategic rebrand of Campbell Global as J.P. Morgan Natural Capital highlights expansion in forestland and nature-based assets, although the immediate financial effect on JPM shares is likely limited. J.P. Morgan Asset Management Announces Rebrand Negative Sentiment: JPMorgan is seeking a stay of a $20 million fee order connected to the Javice litigation. The legal dispute could create additional costs and reputational risk, although the request itself does not establish a final liability. JPMorgan Seeks Stay of $20M Javice Fee Order Neutral Sentiment: The bank has curtailed financing to Jane Street as the trading firm expands in U.S. Treasury market-making. The move may limit counterparty exposure but also underscores growing competition from non-bank trading firms in fixed income. JPMorgan Curbed Lending to Jane Street Insider Buying and Selling In other news, insider Robin Leopold sold 2,500 shares of the business’s stock in a transaction dated Tuesday, August 11th. The shares were sold at an average price of $361.41, for a total transaction of $903,525.00. Following the transaction, the insider owned 73,547 shares of the company’s stock, valued at approximately $26,580,621.27. The trade was a 3.29% decrease in their position. The sale was disclosed in a legal filing with the SEC, which can be accessed through this link. The transaction was executed under a pre-arranged Rule 10b5-1 trading plan. Also, General Counsel Stacey Friedman sold 5,467 shares of JPMorgan Chase & Co. stock in a transaction dated Monday, June 22nd. The stock was sold at an average price of $330.73, for a total transaction of $1,808,100.91. Following the transaction, the general counsel directly owned 40,961 shares in the company, valued at $13,547,031.53. This trade represents a 11.78% decrease in their ownership of the stock. The SEC filing for this sale provides additional information. The transaction was executed under a pre-arranged Rule 10b5-1 trading plan. 0.41% of the stock is owned by corporate insiders.
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JPMorgan Chase & Co (NYSE: JPM) is a diversified global financial services firm headquartered in New York City. The company provides a wide range of banking and financial products and services to consumers, small businesses, corporations, governments and institutional investors worldwide. Its operations span retail banking, commercial lending, investment banking, asset management, payments and card services, and treasury and securities services.
The firm’s principal business activities are organized across several core lines: Consumer & Community Banking, which offers deposit accounts, mortgages, auto loans, credit cards and branch and digital banking under the Chase brand; Corporate & Investment Banking, which provides capital markets, advisory, underwriting, trading and risk management services; Commercial Banking, delivering lending, treasury and capital solutions to middle-market and corporate clients; and Asset & Wealth Management, which offers investment management, private banking and retirement services to institutions and high-net-worth individuals.
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Bank of Nova Scotia grew its stake in Johnson & Johnson (NYSE:JNJ – Free Report) by 16.4% in the 2nd quarter, according to the company in its most recent disclosure with the Securities and Exchange Commission. The firm owned 886,454 shares of the company’s stock after buying an additional 124,651 shares during the period. Bank of Nova Scotia’s holdings in Johnson & Johnson were worth $225,132,000 as of its most recent filing with the Securities and Exchange Commission.
Other hedge funds and other institutional investors also recently made changes to their positions in the company. Brighton Jones LLC boosted its stake in Johnson & Johnson by 13.9% during the fourth quarter. Brighton Jones LLC now owns 51,876 shares of the company’s stock worth $7,502,000 after acquiring an additional 6,332 shares in the last quarter. United Bank grew its stake in shares of Johnson & Johnson by 110.7% in the 1st quarter. United Bank now owns 9,279 shares of the company’s stock valued at $1,539,000 after buying an additional 4,876 shares during the period. Sivia Capital Partners LLC increased its position in Johnson & Johnson by 13.4% in the 2nd quarter. Sivia Capital Partners LLC now owns 5,863 shares of the company’s stock valued at $896,000 after buying an additional 692 shares in the last quarter. Wealth Group Ltd. increased its position in Johnson & Johnson by 12.8% in the 2nd quarter. Wealth Group Ltd. now owns 1,482 shares of the company’s stock valued at $226,000 after buying an additional 168 shares in the last quarter. Finally, Schnieders Capital Management LLC. raised its stake in Johnson & Johnson by 9.8% during the 2nd quarter. Schnieders Capital Management LLC. now owns 73,680 shares of the company’s stock worth $11,255,000 after buying an additional 6,584 shares during the period. 69.55% of the stock is owned by institutional investors and hedge funds.
Johnson & Johnson Trading Up 1.3% Shares of JNJ stock opened at $278.66 on Friday. The company has a debt-to-equity ratio of 0.44, a quick ratio of 0.81 and a current ratio of 1.09. The company has a market capitalization of $671.54 billion, a price-to-earnings ratio of 32.29, a PEG ratio of 2.63 and a beta of 0.24. Johnson & Johnson has a 52-week low of $173.33 and a 52-week high of $281.07. The company has a 50-day simple moving average of $261.57 and a two-hundred day simple moving average of $244.85.
Johnson & Johnson (NYSE:JNJ – Get Free Report) last announced its earnings results on Wednesday, July 15th. The company reported $2.90 earnings per share for the quarter, topping analysts’ consensus estimates of $2.84 by $0.06. The firm had revenue of $25.31 billion for the quarter, compared to the consensus estimate of $25.06 billion. Johnson & Johnson had a return on equity of 32.42% and a net margin of 21.48%.The company’s revenue was up 6.6% compared to the same quarter last year. During the same quarter in the previous year, the business earned $2.77 EPS. Johnson & Johnson has set its FY 2026 guidance at 11.600-11.750 EPS. Research analysts anticipate that Johnson & Johnson will post 11.61 EPS for the current fiscal year. Johnson & Johnson Dividend Announcement The firm also recently disclosed a quarterly dividend, which will be paid on Tuesday, September 8th. Shareholders of record on Tuesday, August 25th will be paid a $1.34 dividend. This represents a $5.36 dividend on an annualized basis and a yield of 1.9%. The ex-dividend date is Tuesday, August 25th. Johnson & Johnson’s dividend payout ratio is 62.11%.
Key Headlines Impacting Johnson & Johnson Here are the key news stories impacting Johnson & Johnson this week:
Positive Sentiment: UBS initiated coverage with a Buy rating and a $320 price target, implying roughly 15%–16% upside from recent levels. The target reflects greater confidence in J&J’s pharmaceutical pipeline and potential for stronger growth. J&J Jumps as UBS Lifts Its Target to $320 Positive Sentiment: Recent business momentum remains constructive: J&J’s latest quarterly revenue increased 6.6% year over year, while earnings and revenue exceeded analyst expectations. A separate analysis noted that new products have more than offset sales lost from older medicines, supporting the company’s growth narrative. Johnson & Johnson Replaced Lost Sales With New Ones Neutral Sentiment: J&J will participate in the Deutsche Bank 2026 Healthcare Summit on September 17. The presentation could provide updates on the pipeline, growth strategy and financial outlook, but the announcement itself does not change fundamentals. Johnson & Johnson to Participate in the Deutsche Bank Healthcare Summit Negative Sentiment: An analyst lowered the FY2026 EPS forecast, creating a modest headwind against the bullish analyst target and suggesting expectations for near-term earnings growth may be moderating. Negative Sentiment: Analysts continue to flag Stelara and upcoming drug patent expirations, weakness in MedTech and ongoing talc litigation as risks. The stock’s approximately 56% 12-month gain and valuation near its 52-week high leave less room for disappointment, particularly because the current price may already anticipate growth above management’s guidance. J&J Faces Multiple Headwinds Does J&J Talc Verdict Add to Legal Risk? Insiders Place Their Bets In other news, EVP Jennifer Taubert sold 15,000 shares of Johnson & Johnson stock in a transaction on Monday, August 17th. The stock was sold at an average price of $263.36, for a total transaction of $3,950,400.00. Following the sale, the executive vice president directly owned 194,451 shares in the company, valued at $51,210,615.36. The trade was a 7.16% decrease in their position. The transaction was disclosed in a document filed with the SEC, which is available at this hyperlink. Also, EVP Kathryn Wengel sold 10,000 shares of the business’s stock in a transaction dated Thursday, June 11th. The stock was sold at an average price of $241.15, for a total transaction of $2,411,500.00. Following the completion of the transaction, the executive vice president directly owned 114,288 shares in the company, valued at $27,560,551.20. This trade represents a 8.05% decrease in their ownership of the stock. The SEC filing for this sale provides additional information. In the last quarter, insiders sold 63,972 shares of company stock valued at $16,245,605. 0.16% of the stock is owned by company insiders.
Analyst Upgrades and Downgrades A number of brokerages have commented on JNJ. Weiss Ratings raised Johnson & Johnson from a “buy (b-)” rating to a “buy (b)” rating in a research note on Friday, July 24th. Johnson Rice reaffirmed a “buy” rating on shares of Johnson & Johnson in a research report on Monday, August 3rd. Wall Street Zen downgraded shares of Johnson & Johnson from a “buy” rating to a “hold” rating in a research report on Saturday, August 1st. Citigroup boosted their price target on shares of Johnson & Johnson from $285.00 to $298.00 and gave the company a “buy” rating in a research note on Wednesday, July 8th. Finally, Bank of America upped their price objective on shares of Johnson & Johnson from $254.00 to $263.00 and gave the stock a “neutral” rating in a report on Friday, July 10th. One investment analyst has rated the stock with a Strong Buy rating, eighteen have given a Buy rating and six have assigned a Hold rating to the company. According to MarketBeat.com, the stock has an average rating of “Moderate Buy” and an average price target of $272.83.
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Johnson & Johnson is a multinational healthcare company headquartered in New Brunswick, New Jersey, that develops, manufactures and markets a broad range of products across pharmaceuticals, medical devices and previously consumer health. Founded in 1886 by the Johnson family, the company has grown into a global healthcare organization with operations and sales in many countries around the world.
The company’s pharmaceuticals business, organized largely under its Janssen research and development organization, focuses on prescription medicines across therapeutic areas such as immunology, infectious disease, oncology and neuroscience.
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Commerce Bank ve 2. čtvrtletí zvýšila svůj podíl v Johnson & Johnson o 1,9 % na 990 481 akcií v hodnotě 251,6 mil. USD. J&J zároveň oznámila zisk 2,90 USD na akcii a tržby 25,31 mld. USD, obojí nad odhady.
Commerce Bank increased its position in shares of Johnson & Johnson (NYSE:JNJ – Free Report) by 1.9% during the second quarter, according to the company in its most recent Form 13F filing with the SEC. The fund owned 990,481 shares of the company’s stock after acquiring an additional 18,546 shares during the quarter. Johnson & Johnson makes up approximately 1.1% of Commerce Bank’s holdings, making the stock its 15th biggest holding. Commerce Bank’s holdings in Johnson & Johnson were worth $251,552,000 at the end of the most recent quarter.
Several other institutional investors also recently bought and sold shares of the business. Blueline Advisors LLC acquired a new position in Johnson & Johnson in the fourth quarter valued at $25,000. Cresta Advisors Ltd. acquired a new stake in Johnson & Johnson in the 4th quarter worth about $26,000. Bay Harbor Wealth Management LLC increased its stake in shares of Johnson & Johnson by 49.0% during the 4th quarter. Bay Harbor Wealth Management LLC now owns 149 shares of the company’s stock valued at $31,000 after acquiring an additional 49 shares during the last quarter. Semmax Financial Advisors Inc. increased its stake in shares of Johnson & Johnson by 55.0% during the 2nd quarter. Semmax Financial Advisors Inc. now owns 203 shares of the company’s stock valued at $31,000 after acquiring an additional 72 shares during the last quarter. Finally, E Fund Management Hong Kong Co. Ltd. lifted its holdings in shares of Johnson & Johnson by 946.7% during the 4th quarter. E Fund Management Hong Kong Co. Ltd. now owns 157 shares of the company’s stock worth $32,000 after acquiring an additional 142 shares during the period. 69.55% of the stock is currently owned by institutional investors and hedge funds.
Johnson & Johnson Stock Up 1.3% Shares of NYSE JNJ opened at $278.66 on Friday. The stock has a fifty day moving average price of $261.57 and a 200 day moving average price of $244.85. The company has a current ratio of 1.09, a quick ratio of 0.81 and a debt-to-equity ratio of 0.44. Johnson & Johnson has a 12-month low of $173.33 and a 12-month high of $281.07. The company has a market cap of $671.54 billion, a P/E ratio of 32.29, a P/E/G ratio of 2.63 and a beta of 0.24.
Johnson & Johnson (NYSE:JNJ – Get Free Report) last issued its quarterly earnings data on Wednesday, July 15th. The company reported $2.90 EPS for the quarter, topping analysts’ consensus estimates of $2.84 by $0.06. The company had revenue of $25.31 billion for the quarter, compared to analysts’ expectations of $25.06 billion. Johnson & Johnson had a return on equity of 32.42% and a net margin of 21.48%.The firm’s quarterly revenue was up 6.6% on a year-over-year basis. During the same quarter in the previous year, the firm posted $2.77 earnings per share. Johnson & Johnson has set its FY 2026 guidance at 11.600-11.750 EPS. Research analysts anticipate that Johnson & Johnson will post 11.61 EPS for the current fiscal year. Johnson & Johnson Announces Dividend The company also recently disclosed a quarterly dividend, which will be paid on Tuesday, September 8th. Stockholders of record on Tuesday, August 25th will be paid a dividend of $1.34 per share. The ex-dividend date is Tuesday, August 25th. This represents a $5.36 dividend on an annualized basis and a dividend yield of 1.9%. Johnson & Johnson’s dividend payout ratio (DPR) is currently 62.11%.
Insider Activity In other Johnson & Johnson news, EVP Vanessa Broadhurst sold 23,054 shares of the business’s stock in a transaction on Monday, July 20th. The shares were sold at an average price of $251.27, for a total value of $5,792,778.58. Following the transaction, the executive vice president owned 23,003 shares in the company, valued at $5,779,963.81. The trade was a 50.06% decrease in their position. The sale was disclosed in a filing with the SEC, which is available through the SEC website. Also, EVP Jennifer L. Taubert sold 15,000 shares of the company’s stock in a transaction dated Monday, August 17th. The shares were sold at an average price of $263.36, for a total transaction of $3,950,400.00. Following the completion of the transaction, the executive vice president directly owned 194,451 shares of the company’s stock, valued at approximately $51,210,615.36. The trade was a 7.16% decrease in their ownership of the stock. Additional details regarding this sale are available in the official SEC disclosure. In the last three months, insiders sold 63,972 shares of company stock valued at $16,245,605. 0.16% of the stock is currently owned by company insiders.
Johnson & Johnson News Summary Here are the key news stories impacting Johnson & Johnson this week:
Positive Sentiment: UBS initiated coverage with a Buy rating and a $320 price target, implying roughly 15%–16% upside from recent levels. The target reflects greater confidence in J&J’s pharmaceutical pipeline and potential for stronger growth. J&J Jumps as UBS Lifts Its Target to $320 Positive Sentiment: Recent business momentum remains constructive: J&J’s latest quarterly revenue increased 6.6% year over year, while earnings and revenue exceeded analyst expectations. A separate analysis noted that new products have more than offset sales lost from older medicines, supporting the company’s growth narrative. Johnson & Johnson Replaced Lost Sales With New Ones Neutral Sentiment: J&J will participate in the Deutsche Bank 2026 Healthcare Summit on September 17. The presentation could provide updates on the pipeline, growth strategy and financial outlook, but the announcement itself does not change fundamentals. Johnson & Johnson to Participate in the Deutsche Bank Healthcare Summit Negative Sentiment: An analyst lowered the FY2026 EPS forecast, creating a modest headwind against the bullish analyst target and suggesting expectations for near-term earnings growth may be moderating. Negative Sentiment: Analysts continue to flag Stelara and upcoming drug patent expirations, weakness in MedTech and ongoing talc litigation as risks. The stock’s approximately 56% 12-month gain and valuation near its 52-week high leave less room for disappointment, particularly because the current price may already anticipate growth above management’s guidance. J&J Faces Multiple Headwinds Does J&J Talc Verdict Add to Legal Risk? Analyst Ratings Changes JNJ has been the subject of several research analyst reports. Royal Bank Of Canada upped their price target on shares of Johnson & Johnson from $265.00 to $287.00 and gave the stock an “outperform” rating in a research report on Monday, July 13th. Bank of America boosted their price objective on shares of Johnson & Johnson from $254.00 to $263.00 and gave the company a “neutral” rating in a research note on Friday, July 10th. Stifel Nicolaus set a $260.00 target price on Johnson & Johnson in a research report on Wednesday, July 15th. UBS Group started coverage on Johnson & Johnson in a report on Wednesday. They issued a “buy” rating and a $320.00 target price on the stock. Finally, Freedom Capital upgraded Johnson & Johnson from a “hold” rating to a “strong-buy” rating in a research note on Thursday, July 16th. One analyst has rated the stock with a Strong Buy rating, eighteen have assigned a Buy rating and six have issued a Hold rating to the company’s stock. According to MarketBeat, Johnson & Johnson presently has an average rating of “Moderate Buy” and an average target price of $272.83.
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Johnson & Johnson is a multinational healthcare company headquartered in New Brunswick, New Jersey, that develops, manufactures and markets a broad range of products across pharmaceuticals, medical devices and previously consumer health. Founded in 1886 by the Johnson family, the company has grown into a global healthcare organization with operations and sales in many countries around the world.
The company’s pharmaceuticals business, organized largely under its Janssen research and development organization, focuses on prescription medicines across therapeutic areas such as immunology, infectious disease, oncology and neuroscience.
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Clear Harbor Asset Management ve 2. čtvrtletí snížila podíl v Johnson & Johnson o 3,8 % a držela 57 875 akcií. Hodnota pozice činila 14,699 milionu USD.
Clear Harbor Asset Management LLC lowered its position in shares of Johnson & Johnson (NYSE:JNJ – Free Report) by 3.8% in the second quarter, according to the company in its most recent 13F filing with the SEC. The fund owned 57,875 shares of the company’s stock after selling 2,278 shares during the quarter. Johnson & Johnson accounts for 0.9% of Clear Harbor Asset Management LLC’s investment portfolio, making the stock its 22nd largest holding. Clear Harbor Asset Management LLC’s holdings in Johnson & Johnson were worth $14,699,000 at the end of the most recent reporting period.
Several other hedge funds and other institutional investors have also made changes to their positions in JNJ. Blueline Advisors LLC acquired a new position in Johnson & Johnson during the 4th quarter worth approximately $25,000. Cresta Advisors Ltd. acquired a new stake in shares of Johnson & Johnson in the 4th quarter valued at approximately $26,000. Bay Harbor Wealth Management LLC boosted its stake in shares of Johnson & Johnson by 49.0% in the fourth quarter. Bay Harbor Wealth Management LLC now owns 149 shares of the company’s stock valued at $31,000 after buying an additional 49 shares in the last quarter. Semmax Financial Advisors Inc. grew its holdings in Johnson & Johnson by 55.0% during the second quarter. Semmax Financial Advisors Inc. now owns 203 shares of the company’s stock worth $31,000 after acquiring an additional 72 shares during the period. Finally, E Fund Management Hong Kong Co. Ltd. raised its position in Johnson & Johnson by 946.7% in the fourth quarter. E Fund Management Hong Kong Co. Ltd. now owns 157 shares of the company’s stock worth $32,000 after acquiring an additional 142 shares in the last quarter. Hedge funds and other institutional investors own 69.55% of the company’s stock.
Johnson & Johnson Trading Up 1.3% Johnson & Johnson stock opened at $278.66 on Friday. The stock has a 50-day moving average price of $261.57 and a 200 day moving average price of $244.85. Johnson & Johnson has a 52 week low of $173.33 and a 52 week high of $281.07. The stock has a market cap of $671.54 billion, a PE ratio of 32.29, a P/E/G ratio of 2.63 and a beta of 0.24. The company has a current ratio of 1.09, a quick ratio of 0.81 and a debt-to-equity ratio of 0.44.
Johnson & Johnson (NYSE:JNJ – Get Free Report) last released its quarterly earnings results on Wednesday, July 15th. The company reported $2.90 earnings per share (EPS) for the quarter, topping the consensus estimate of $2.84 by $0.06. The company had revenue of $25.31 billion for the quarter, compared to analysts’ expectations of $25.06 billion. Johnson & Johnson had a net margin of 21.48% and a return on equity of 32.42%. The firm’s revenue for the quarter was up 6.6% compared to the same quarter last year. During the same period last year, the company earned $2.77 EPS. Johnson & Johnson has set its FY 2026 guidance at 11.600-11.750 EPS. Equities research analysts predict that Johnson & Johnson will post 11.61 earnings per share for the current fiscal year. Johnson & Johnson Announces Dividend The company also recently announced a quarterly dividend, which will be paid on Tuesday, September 8th. Shareholders of record on Tuesday, August 25th will be paid a $1.34 dividend. This represents a $5.36 annualized dividend and a yield of 1.9%. The ex-dividend date of this dividend is Tuesday, August 25th. Johnson & Johnson’s payout ratio is presently 62.11%.
Analysts Set New Price Targets A number of analysts recently commented on JNJ shares. Wells Fargo & Company boosted their price objective on shares of Johnson & Johnson from $272.00 to $282.00 and gave the stock an “overweight” rating in a report on Monday, August 3rd. TD Cowen lifted their price target on shares of Johnson & Johnson from $250.00 to $300.00 and gave the company a “buy” rating in a research report on Monday, July 13th. Johnson Rice restated a “buy” rating on shares of Johnson & Johnson in a report on Monday, August 3rd. Weiss Ratings upgraded Johnson & Johnson from a “buy (b-)” rating to a “buy (b)” rating in a research report on Friday, July 24th. Finally, Stifel Nicolaus set a $260.00 target price on Johnson & Johnson in a report on Wednesday, July 15th. One research analyst has rated the stock with a Strong Buy rating, eighteen have issued a Buy rating and six have assigned a Hold rating to the stock. According to MarketBeat.com, Johnson & Johnson currently has an average rating of “Moderate Buy” and an average target price of $272.83.
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Insiders Place Their Bets In other news, EVP Elizabeth Forminard sold 15,918 shares of Johnson & Johnson stock in a transaction on Thursday, August 6th. The stock was sold at an average price of $257.00, for a total value of $4,090,926.00. Following the completion of the sale, the executive vice president owned 16,994 shares of the company’s stock, valued at $4,367,458. The trade was a 48.37% decrease in their ownership of the stock. The sale was disclosed in a document filed with the Securities & Exchange Commission, which is available at the SEC website. Also, EVP Jennifer L. Taubert sold 15,000 shares of the stock in a transaction dated Monday, August 17th. The stock was sold at an average price of $263.36, for a total value of $3,950,400.00. Following the transaction, the executive vice president owned 194,451 shares in the company, valued at $51,210,615.36. This trade represents a 7.16% decrease in their ownership of the stock. Additional details regarding this sale are available in the official SEC disclosure. Over the last 90 days, insiders have sold 63,972 shares of company stock valued at $16,245,605. Insiders own 0.16% of the company’s stock.
Key Johnson & Johnson News Here are the key news stories impacting Johnson & Johnson this week:
Positive Sentiment: UBS initiated coverage with a Buy rating and a $320 price target, implying roughly 15%–16% upside from recent levels. The target reflects greater confidence in J&J’s pharmaceutical pipeline and potential for stronger growth. J&J Jumps as UBS Lifts Its Target to $320 Positive Sentiment: Recent business momentum remains constructive: J&J’s latest quarterly revenue increased 6.6% year over year, while earnings and revenue exceeded analyst expectations. A separate analysis noted that new products have more than offset sales lost from older medicines, supporting the company’s growth narrative. Johnson & Johnson Replaced Lost Sales With New Ones Neutral Sentiment: J&J will participate in the Deutsche Bank 2026 Healthcare Summit on September 17. The presentation could provide updates on the pipeline, growth strategy and financial outlook, but the announcement itself does not change fundamentals. Johnson & Johnson to Participate in the Deutsche Bank Healthcare Summit Negative Sentiment: An analyst lowered the FY2026 EPS forecast, creating a modest headwind against the bullish analyst target and suggesting expectations for near-term earnings growth may be moderating. Negative Sentiment: Analysts continue to flag Stelara and upcoming drug patent expirations, weakness in MedTech and ongoing talc litigation as risks. The stock’s approximately 56% 12-month gain and valuation near its 52-week high leave less room for disappointment, particularly because the current price may already anticipate growth above management’s guidance. J&J Faces Multiple Headwinds Does J&J Talc Verdict Add to Legal Risk? (Free Report)
Johnson & Johnson is a multinational healthcare company headquartered in New Brunswick, New Jersey, that develops, manufactures and markets a broad range of products across pharmaceuticals, medical devices and previously consumer health. Founded in 1886 by the Johnson family, the company has grown into a global healthcare organization with operations and sales in many countries around the world.
The company’s pharmaceuticals business, organized largely under its Janssen research and development organization, focuses on prescription medicines across therapeutic areas such as immunology, infectious disease, oncology and neuroscience.
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Emerald Investment Advisers LLC raised its position in shares of Johnson & Johnson (NYSE:JNJ – Free Report) by 28.0% during the second quarter, according to its most recent disclosure with the Securities and Exchange Commission. The fund owned 32,530 shares of the company’s stock after acquiring an additional 7,121 shares during the quarter. Emerald Investment Advisers LLC’s holdings in Johnson & Johnson were worth $8,262,000 as of its most recent SEC filing.
Several other hedge funds have also recently made changes to their positions in JNJ. Blueline Advisors LLC bought a new stake in shares of Johnson & Johnson during the 4th quarter valued at about $25,000. Cresta Advisors Ltd. acquired a new position in Johnson & Johnson in the fourth quarter valued at approximately $26,000. Bay Harbor Wealth Management LLC lifted its stake in Johnson & Johnson by 49.0% in the fourth quarter. Bay Harbor Wealth Management LLC now owns 149 shares of the company’s stock valued at $31,000 after buying an additional 49 shares during the period. Semmax Financial Advisors Inc. boosted its holdings in shares of Johnson & Johnson by 55.0% during the 2nd quarter. Semmax Financial Advisors Inc. now owns 203 shares of the company’s stock worth $31,000 after buying an additional 72 shares in the last quarter. Finally, E Fund Management Hong Kong Co. Ltd. grew its position in shares of Johnson & Johnson by 946.7% during the 4th quarter. E Fund Management Hong Kong Co. Ltd. now owns 157 shares of the company’s stock worth $32,000 after buying an additional 142 shares during the period. 69.55% of the stock is owned by institutional investors.
Analyst Ratings Changes A number of research firms recently issued reports on JNJ. Johnson Rice reiterated a “buy” rating on shares of Johnson & Johnson in a research report on Monday, August 3rd. HSBC set a $290.00 price target on shares of Johnson & Johnson and gave the company a “buy” rating in a research note on Monday, July 6th. Argus set a $300.00 price objective on shares of Johnson & Johnson in a research report on Wednesday, July 29th. TD Cowen boosted their target price on Johnson & Johnson from $250.00 to $300.00 and gave the company a “buy” rating in a research report on Monday, July 13th. Finally, Citigroup upped their price target on Johnson & Johnson from $285.00 to $298.00 and gave the stock a “buy” rating in a research note on Wednesday, July 8th. One analyst has rated the stock with a Strong Buy rating, eighteen have assigned a Buy rating and six have issued a Hold rating to the stock. According to MarketBeat.com, Johnson & Johnson has a consensus rating of “Moderate Buy” and an average price target of $272.83.
Read Our Latest Report on JNJ Johnson & Johnson Stock Performance Shares of Johnson & Johnson stock opened at $278.66 on Friday. Johnson & Johnson has a 52 week low of $173.33 and a 52 week high of $281.07. The company has a quick ratio of 0.81, a current ratio of 1.09 and a debt-to-equity ratio of 0.44. The business has a 50 day moving average price of $261.57 and a 200-day moving average price of $244.85. The company has a market cap of $671.54 billion, a PE ratio of 32.29, a price-to-earnings-growth ratio of 2.63 and a beta of 0.24.
Johnson & Johnson (NYSE:JNJ – Get Free Report) last announced its quarterly earnings results on Wednesday, July 15th. The company reported $2.90 earnings per share (EPS) for the quarter, topping the consensus estimate of $2.84 by $0.06. Johnson & Johnson had a return on equity of 32.42% and a net margin of 21.48%.The business had revenue of $25.31 billion during the quarter, compared to the consensus estimate of $25.06 billion. During the same quarter in the prior year, the company posted $2.77 earnings per share. Johnson & Johnson’s revenue was up 6.6% compared to the same quarter last year. Johnson & Johnson has set its FY 2026 guidance at 11.600-11.750 EPS. Equities analysts anticipate that Johnson & Johnson will post 11.61 earnings per share for the current fiscal year.
Johnson & Johnson Dividend Announcement The company also recently announced a quarterly dividend, which will be paid on Tuesday, September 8th. Stockholders of record on Tuesday, August 25th will be issued a $1.34 dividend. The ex-dividend date is Tuesday, August 25th. This represents a $5.36 annualized dividend and a dividend yield of 1.9%. Johnson & Johnson’s dividend payout ratio is currently 62.11%.
Key Headlines Impacting Johnson & Johnson Here are the key news stories impacting Johnson & Johnson this week:
Positive Sentiment: UBS initiated coverage with a Buy rating and a $320 price target, implying roughly 15%–16% upside from recent levels. The target reflects greater confidence in J&J’s pharmaceutical pipeline and potential for stronger growth. J&J Jumps as UBS Lifts Its Target to $320 Positive Sentiment: Recent business momentum remains constructive: J&J’s latest quarterly revenue increased 6.6% year over year, while earnings and revenue exceeded analyst expectations. A separate analysis noted that new products have more than offset sales lost from older medicines, supporting the company’s growth narrative. Johnson & Johnson Replaced Lost Sales With New Ones Neutral Sentiment: J&J will participate in the Deutsche Bank 2026 Healthcare Summit on September 17. The presentation could provide updates on the pipeline, growth strategy and financial outlook, but the announcement itself does not change fundamentals. Johnson & Johnson to Participate in the Deutsche Bank Healthcare Summit Negative Sentiment: An analyst lowered the FY2026 EPS forecast, creating a modest headwind against the bullish analyst target and suggesting expectations for near-term earnings growth may be moderating. Negative Sentiment: Analysts continue to flag Stelara and upcoming drug patent expirations, weakness in MedTech and ongoing talc litigation as risks. The stock’s approximately 56% 12-month gain and valuation near its 52-week high leave less room for disappointment, particularly because the current price may already anticipate growth above management’s guidance. J&J Faces Multiple Headwinds Does J&J Talc Verdict Add to Legal Risk? Insider Activity In related news, EVP Elizabeth Forminard sold 15,918 shares of the firm’s stock in a transaction dated Thursday, August 6th. The shares were sold at an average price of $257.00, for a total transaction of $4,090,926.00. Following the transaction, the executive vice president directly owned 16,994 shares of the company’s stock, valued at $4,367,458. This trade represents a 48.37% decrease in their ownership of the stock. The transaction was disclosed in a document filed with the Securities & Exchange Commission, which is available at this link. Also, EVP Kathryn Wengel sold 10,000 shares of the company’s stock in a transaction dated Thursday, June 11th. The stock was sold at an average price of $241.15, for a total transaction of $2,411,500.00. Following the completion of the sale, the executive vice president directly owned 114,288 shares of the company’s stock, valued at $27,560,551.20. The trade was a 8.05% decrease in their ownership of the stock. Additional details regarding this sale are available in the official SEC disclosure. Insiders sold 63,972 shares of company stock valued at $16,245,605 over the last ninety days. Company insiders own 0.16% of the company’s stock.
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Johnson & Johnson is a multinational healthcare company headquartered in New Brunswick, New Jersey, that develops, manufactures and markets a broad range of products across pharmaceuticals, medical devices and previously consumer health. Founded in 1886 by the Johnson family, the company has grown into a global healthcare organization with operations and sales in many countries around the world.
The company’s pharmaceuticals business, organized largely under its Janssen research and development organization, focuses on prescription medicines across therapeutic areas such as immunology, infectious disease, oncology and neuroscience.
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Evolve Private Wealth LLC lessened its holdings in shares of Johnson & Johnson (NYSE:JNJ – Free Report) by 27.5% during the 2nd quarter, according to its most recent filing with the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC). The institutional investor owned 31,341 shares of the company’s stock after selling 11,894 shares during the period. Johnson & Johnson makes up 0.5% of Evolve Private Wealth LLC’s portfolio, making the stock its 27th biggest position. Evolve Private Wealth LLC’s holdings in Johnson & Johnson were worth $7,960,000 as of its most recent SEC filing.
Other large investors also recently made changes to their positions in the company. World Investment Advisors grew its holdings in Johnson & Johnson by 19.6% during the fourth quarter. World Investment Advisors now owns 161,343 shares of the company’s stock worth $33,390,000 after purchasing an additional 26,450 shares during the period. Principal Financial Group Inc. boosted its stake in shares of Johnson & Johnson by 0.8% during the 4th quarter. Principal Financial Group Inc. now owns 3,410,177 shares of the company’s stock worth $705,736,000 after acquiring an additional 28,370 shares during the period. Signal Advisors Wealth LLC increased its holdings in shares of Johnson & Johnson by 76.1% during the 1st quarter. Signal Advisors Wealth LLC now owns 15,126 shares of the company’s stock worth $3,697,000 after acquiring an additional 6,539 shares during the last quarter. Louisiana State Employees Retirement System bought a new stake in Johnson & Johnson in the 1st quarter valued at $30,017,000. Finally, Gradient Investments LLC lifted its holdings in Johnson & Johnson by 9.9% during the 2nd quarter. Gradient Investments LLC now owns 152,831 shares of the company’s stock valued at $38,815,000 after purchasing an additional 13,737 shares during the last quarter. Institutional investors own 69.55% of the company’s stock.
Insider Buying and Selling at Johnson & Johnson In other news, EVP Jennifer Taubert sold 15,000 shares of the firm’s stock in a transaction on Monday, August 17th. The shares were sold at an average price of $263.36, for a total transaction of $3,950,400.00. Following the completion of the transaction, the executive vice president owned 194,451 shares of the company’s stock, valued at approximately $51,210,615.36. This trade represents a 7.16% decrease in their ownership of the stock. The transaction was disclosed in a legal filing with the Securities & Exchange Commission, which is accessible through the SEC website. Also, EVP Kathryn Wengel sold 10,000 shares of the firm’s stock in a transaction dated Thursday, June 11th. The stock was sold at an average price of $241.15, for a total value of $2,411,500.00. Following the transaction, the executive vice president owned 114,288 shares of the company’s stock, valued at $27,560,551.20. This trade represents a 8.05% decrease in their ownership of the stock. The SEC filing for this sale provides additional information. Over the last 90 days, insiders sold 63,972 shares of company stock valued at $16,245,605. 0.16% of the stock is owned by insiders.
Analyst Ratings Changes JNJ has been the topic of several research analyst reports. Freedom Capital raised shares of Johnson & Johnson from a “hold” rating to a “strong-buy” rating in a research report on Thursday, July 16th. Wells Fargo & Company increased their price objective on Johnson & Johnson from $272.00 to $282.00 and gave the stock an “overweight” rating in a research report on Monday, August 3rd. Wall Street Zen lowered shares of Johnson & Johnson from a “buy” rating to a “hold” rating in a research report on Saturday, August 1st. Weiss Ratings raised shares of Johnson & Johnson from a “buy (b-)” rating to a “buy (b)” rating in a report on Friday, July 24th. Finally, TD Cowen raised their target price on shares of Johnson & Johnson from $250.00 to $300.00 and gave the stock a “buy” rating in a report on Monday, July 13th. One research analyst has rated the stock with a Strong Buy rating, eighteen have issued a Buy rating and six have assigned a Hold rating to the stock. Based on data from MarketBeat.com, the stock presently has a consensus rating of “Moderate Buy” and an average target price of $272.83. Read Our Latest Analysis on JNJ
Key Johnson & Johnson News Here are the key news stories impacting Johnson & Johnson this week:
Positive Sentiment: UBS initiated coverage with a Buy rating and a $320 price target, implying roughly 15%–16% upside from recent levels. The target reflects greater confidence in J&J’s pharmaceutical pipeline and potential for stronger growth. J&J Jumps as UBS Lifts Its Target to $320 Positive Sentiment: Recent business momentum remains constructive: J&J’s latest quarterly revenue increased 6.6% year over year, while earnings and revenue exceeded analyst expectations. A separate analysis noted that new products have more than offset sales lost from older medicines, supporting the company’s growth narrative. Johnson & Johnson Replaced Lost Sales With New Ones Neutral Sentiment: J&J will participate in the Deutsche Bank 2026 Healthcare Summit on September 17. The presentation could provide updates on the pipeline, growth strategy and financial outlook, but the announcement itself does not change fundamentals. Johnson & Johnson to Participate in the Deutsche Bank Healthcare Summit Negative Sentiment: An analyst lowered the FY2026 EPS forecast, creating a modest headwind against the bullish analyst target and suggesting expectations for near-term earnings growth may be moderating. Negative Sentiment: Analysts continue to flag Stelara and upcoming drug patent expirations, weakness in MedTech and ongoing talc litigation as risks. The stock’s approximately 56% 12-month gain and valuation near its 52-week high leave less room for disappointment, particularly because the current price may already anticipate growth above management’s guidance. J&J Faces Multiple Headwinds Does J&J Talc Verdict Add to Legal Risk? Johnson & Johnson Stock Performance NYSE JNJ opened at $278.66 on Friday. Johnson & Johnson has a 1 year low of $173.33 and a 1 year high of $281.07. The firm has a market capitalization of $671.54 billion, a price-to-earnings ratio of 32.29, a P/E/G ratio of 2.63 and a beta of 0.24. The company has a current ratio of 1.09, a quick ratio of 0.81 and a debt-to-equity ratio of 0.44. The firm’s 50 day simple moving average is $261.57 and its 200 day simple moving average is $244.85.
Johnson & Johnson (NYSE:JNJ – Get Free Report) last released its earnings results on Wednesday, July 15th. The company reported $2.90 earnings per share for the quarter, topping the consensus estimate of $2.84 by $0.06. Johnson & Johnson had a return on equity of 32.42% and a net margin of 21.48%.The firm had revenue of $25.31 billion during the quarter, compared to analysts’ expectations of $25.06 billion. During the same period in the prior year, the company earned $2.77 earnings per share. The company’s quarterly revenue was up 6.6% on a year-over-year basis. Johnson & Johnson has set its FY 2026 guidance at 11.600-11.750 EPS. As a group, research analysts expect that Johnson & Johnson will post 11.61 earnings per share for the current fiscal year.
Johnson & Johnson Announces Dividend The firm also recently announced a quarterly dividend, which will be paid on Tuesday, September 8th. Investors of record on Tuesday, August 25th will be given a dividend of $1.34 per share. The ex-dividend date is Tuesday, August 25th. This represents a $5.36 annualized dividend and a yield of 1.9%. Johnson & Johnson’s dividend payout ratio (DPR) is currently 62.11%.
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Johnson & Johnson is a multinational healthcare company headquartered in New Brunswick, New Jersey, that develops, manufactures and markets a broad range of products across pharmaceuticals, medical devices and previously consumer health. Founded in 1886 by the Johnson family, the company has grown into a global healthcare organization with operations and sales in many countries around the world.
The company’s pharmaceuticals business, organized largely under its Janssen research and development organization, focuses on prescription medicines across therapeutic areas such as immunology, infectious disease, oncology and neuroscience.
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Altria zvýšila čtvrtletní dividendu na 1,11 USD na akcii, už po 60. navýšení za 56 let. Roční výplata 4,44 USD dává forwardový dividendový výnos kolem 6,4 %.
Altria just handed shareholders a bigger check for the 60th time in 56 years, but negative operating cash flow last quarter and a vape unit bleeding billions in impairments raise a real question about whether the streak has a price.
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Altria just wrote another check to shareholders, and it’s a bigger one. Altria (NYSE:MO | MO Price Prediction) declared a $1.11 per share quarterly dividend with an ex-dividend date of September 15, 2026 and a payment date of October 9, 2026. That is a raise from the prior $1.06 quarterly rate, pushing the annualized forward payout to $4.44. Against a current share price of $69.85, the forward yield sits near 6.4%. The question this scorecard tackles: does the cash actually support the check?
Why the Dividend Earns High Marks Altria just logged its 60th dividend increase in the past 56 years, putting it firmly in Dividend King territory (we ranked ten of them by valuation in a free report here: 10 Dividend Kings to Buy Now and Hold Forever), and management called out that $3.6 billion was paid in dividends in the first half of 2026 alone. Coverage looks solid at the annual level. For fiscal 2025, operating cash flow was $9.29 billion against dividend payouts of $6.96 billion, a roughly 75% cash payout that leaves room for the $335 million spent on buybacks in the first half.
The core smokable business is still a cash machine powering this dividend. Adjusted smokable OCI margins ran 64.9% in the first half, price realization hit 4.5% in Q2, and Marlboro’s premium share held steady at 59.6%. Debt-to-EBITDA at 1.9 times sits right at management’s roughly 2x target.
Cracks in the Cash Machine Domestic cigarette shipments fell 10.0% in full-year 2025, and even after adjusting for trade inventories, Q2 2026 volumes still declined 4.5%. Marlboro’s total retail share slipped 1.5 share points year over year. The next-generation bets have bruises: NJOY absorbed $2.2 billion in non-cash impairments, and oral tobacco adjusted OCI fell 8% in Q2 as on! pouch investment ramped.
Operating cash flow was negative $51 million in Q2 2026 against a $1.54 billion dividend payout. That pattern (weak Q2 operating cash flow) has now happened in 2021, 2022, 2024, and 2026, so timing rather than solvency is the likely explanation. Still, negative stockholders’ equity of negative $3.2 billion is a real balance-sheet flag.
Final Grade: B Full-year 2026 adjusted EPS guidance of $5.61 to $5.72 comfortably covers the $4.44 annualized dividend, and management flagged the payout as its “primary vehicle” for shareholder returns. The 6% yield is real, the streak is real, and cash coverage works today. The B, rather than an A, reflects a shrinking core, an impairment-scarred vape unit, and a pouch business still spending to defend share. Income investors get paid well while management races the volume clock.
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Chris Lange
Chris Lange is a writer for 24/7 Wall St., based in Houston. He has covered financial markets over the past decade with an emphasis on healthcare, tech, and IPOs. During this time, he has published thousands of articles with insightful analysis across these complex fields. Currently, Lange's focus is on military and geopolitical topics. Lange's work has been quoted or mentioned in Forbes, The New York Times, Business Insider, USA Today, MSN, Yahoo, The Verge, Vice, The Intelligencer, Quartz, Nasdaq, The Motley Fool, Fox Business, International Business Times, The Street, Seeking Alpha, Barron’s, Benzinga, and many other major publications. A graduate of Southwestern University in Georgetown, Texas, Lange majored in business with a particular focus on investments. He has previous experience in the banking industry and startups.
Ford vyplácí dividendový výnos 5,51 %, ale základní dividenda je od srpna 2022 beze změny a firma ji na začátku roku 2022 jednou snížila. Současně sice zlepšila krytí dividendy, riziko ale zůstává kvůli minulým ztrátám a vysokému zadlužení.
Ford shareholders are collecting a 5.51% yield right now, but there is a reason income investors with long memories are watching this payout far more closely than the headline number suggests.
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Ford’s latest quarterly check landed in shareholders’ accounts on September 1, 2026, and the payment was familiar: $0.15 per share, unchanged for the ninth straight regular quarter. Ford (NYSE:F | F Price Prediction) still carries a 5.51% yield that towers over the 4.75% 10-year Treasury, but income investors have long memories, and this payout has already been reset once.
A Prior Cut Still Hangs Over the Payout Ford slashed the regular dividend to $0.10 in early 2022 before restoring it to $0.15 that August. That reset means there is no consecutive-growth streak to lean on, and the base dividend has not risen in four years. Management has substituted supplemental payments instead: a $0.40625 special hit accounts in August, following supplementals of $0.30 in 2025 and $0.33 in 2024. Nice bonuses, but the recurring commitment stays flat.
Coverage Is Suddenly a Strength The near-term coverage math looks better than it did a year ago. Q2 2026 delivered reported EPS of $0.42 against the $0.15 payout, and Q1 2026 EPS came in at $0.66. Ford generated $2.1 billion in company adjusted free cash flow in Q2, ended the quarter with $22.3 billion in cash, and raised full-year adjusted free cash flow guidance to $6 billion to $7 billion. CFO Sherry House told investors, “We remain committed to our investment grade rating in returning capital as shareholders.”
Warning Lights Are Still Blinking FY2025 booked a net loss of $8.16 billion after impairments, and Ford paid out $2.99 billion in dividends against that loss. Model E is guided to lose about $4 billion in EBIT this year, and the trailing P/E sits at -7 with a debt-to-equity ratio of 4.66. The 76 basis-point yield premium over Treasuries is not a fat cushion for equity risk, and a prior cut plus a flat base payout are exactly the setup we flagged in a free report on the seven warning signs a big yield is about to be cut.
Grading The Dividend: C+ Yield beats the risk-free rate, current cash flow covers the payout comfortably, and management raised EBIT guidance to $10 billion to $11 billion. But zero growth in four years, a documented cut, EV losses, and cyclical exposure keep this scorecard capped. Shares have returned 26.4% over the past year, and Ford’s Super Duty production just hit a 20-year high, which helps the case. Income investors get paid to wait. They just should not confuse a flat dividend with a growing one.
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Chris Lange
Chris Lange is a writer for 24/7 Wall St., based in Houston. He has covered financial markets over the past decade with an emphasis on healthcare, tech, and IPOs. During this time, he has published thousands of articles with insightful analysis across these complex fields. Currently, Lange's focus is on military and geopolitical topics. Lange's work has been quoted or mentioned in Forbes, The New York Times, Business Insider, USA Today, MSN, Yahoo, The Verge, Vice, The Intelligencer, Quartz, Nasdaq, The Motley Fool, Fox Business, International Business Times, The Street, Seeking Alpha, Barron’s, Benzinga, and many other major publications. A graduate of Southwestern University in Georgetown, Texas, Lange majored in business with a particular focus on investments. He has previous experience in the banking industry and startups.
Corient Private Wealth LP bought a new stake in shares of Intel Corporation (NASDAQ:INTC – Free Report) in the 2nd quarter, according to its most recent filing with the Securities & Exchange Commission. The fund bought 3,035,665 shares of the chip maker’s stock, valued at approximately $184,007,000. Corient Private Wealth LP owned about 0.06% of Intel at the end of the most recent reporting period.
A number of other hedge funds and other institutional investors have also bought and sold shares of the stock. iA Global Asset Management Inc. lifted its position in Intel by 17.0% in the 4th quarter. iA Global Asset Management Inc. now owns 593,043 shares of the chip maker’s stock worth $21,883,000 after buying an additional 86,189 shares during the last quarter. Whalerock Point Partners LLC bought a new position in Intel during the fourth quarter valued at approximately $205,000. Dixon Mitchell Investment Counsel Inc. bought a new position in Intel during the fourth quarter valued at approximately $185,000. Northwestern Mutual Wealth Management Co. raised its stake in shares of Intel by 5.7% during the fourth quarter. Northwestern Mutual Wealth Management Co. now owns 255,261 shares of the chip maker’s stock worth $9,419,000 after acquiring an additional 13,858 shares in the last quarter. Finally, Vestor Capital LLC purchased a new position in shares of Intel during the first quarter worth approximately $9,441,000. Hedge funds and other institutional investors own 64.53% of the company’s stock.
Intel Price Performance Shares of Intel stock opened at $91.67 on Friday. The company’s fifty day simple moving average is $101.10 and its two-hundred day simple moving average is $87.85. Intel Corporation has a 12-month low of $23.75 and a 12-month high of $142.35. The firm has a market cap of $462.38 billion, a PE ratio of -43.45, a price-to-earnings-growth ratio of 9.94 and a beta of 2.22. The company has a quick ratio of 1.25, a current ratio of 1.60 and a debt-to-equity ratio of 0.47.
Intel (NASDAQ:INTC – Get Free Report) last issued its quarterly earnings data on Thursday, July 23rd. The chip maker reported $0.42 EPS for the quarter, beating the consensus estimate of $0.21 by $0.21. The firm had revenue of $16.13 billion during the quarter, compared to the consensus estimate of $14.43 billion. Intel had a negative net margin of 19.79% and a positive return on equity of 2.62%. The company’s quarterly revenue was up 25.2% compared to the same quarter last year. During the same period in the prior year, the firm posted ($0.10) earnings per share. Intel has set its Q3 2026 guidance at 0.380-0.380 EPS. As a group, equities analysts expect that Intel Corporation will post 1.01 EPS for the current year. Insider Transactions at Intel In other Intel news, CEO Lip Bu Tan purchased 105,263 shares of the stock in a transaction on Tuesday, August 11th. The stock was acquired at an average price of $95.00 per share, with a total value of $9,999,985.00. Following the transaction, the chief executive officer directly owned 1,314,669 shares of the company’s stock, valued at approximately $124,893,555. This trade represents a 8.70% increase in their position. The purchase was disclosed in a legal filing with the Securities & Exchange Commission, which is available at this link. 0.05% of the stock is currently owned by corporate insiders.
Wall Street Analyst Weigh In INTC has been the subject of a number of research reports. Oppenheimer began coverage on shares of Intel in a research note on Thursday, June 11th. They issued an “outperform” rating for the company. Zacks Research cut shares of Intel from a “strong-buy” rating to a “hold” rating in a research report on Friday, July 31st. Roth Capital boosted their price target on shares of Intel from $100.00 to $120.00 and gave the stock a “buy” rating in a research note on Friday, July 24th. Jefferies Financial Group began coverage on shares of Intel in a research report on Thursday, June 11th. They set a “buy” rating for the company. Finally, Arete Research raised their price objective on Intel from $20.40 to $99.00 and gave the company a “neutral” rating in a research note on Wednesday, June 10th. One investment analyst has rated the stock with a Strong Buy rating, fifteen have assigned a Buy rating, thirty-one have assigned a Hold rating and three have assigned a Sell rating to the company’s stock. According to MarketBeat, the stock has an average rating of “Hold” and an average price target of $107.46.
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Key Intel News Here are the key news stories impacting Intel this week:
Positive Sentiment: A reported leak suggesting Intel could launch its Nova Lake client processor lineup as early as 2027 provided a potential catalyst. Earlier availability could strengthen Intel’s product roadmap and support a recovery in its PC and data-center businesses. Intel Stock Gains as Nova Lake Launch Schedule Leaks Positive Sentiment: Coverage highlighted Nvidia’s roughly $5 billion investment in Intel, including its purchase of more than 214 million shares at $23.28 each, and the companies’ product collaboration. The large paper gain on Nvidia’s stake reinforces market confidence in Intel’s strategic importance and AI potential, although it does not directly generate new revenue for Intel. Nvidia’s Intel Investment and Partnership Positive Sentiment: Intel’s expanded partnership with Kasm Technologies will run private large language models on Xeon 6 processors with Advanced Matrix Extensions, targeting regulated customers that require local and compliant AI. The deal supports Intel’s strategy of positioning Xeon as infrastructure for enterprise AI workloads. Intel Kasm AI Partnership Neutral Sentiment: Intel recently reported stronger-than-expected quarterly revenue and earnings, with revenue up 25% year over year, while management expects 2026 capital expenditures to exceed $20 billion and spending to rise significantly in 2027. The investment could support future manufacturing and AI growth, but it increases execution and cash-flow demands. Intel’s Five-Year Outlook Neutral Sentiment: A separate report said Intel’s 14A manufacturing process is beginning to demonstrate its strategic value, offering a potential long-term foundry catalyst. However, meaningful financial benefits depend on customer commitments and successful execution. Negative Sentiment: Mizuho analyst Vijay Rakesh cut his Intel price target to $92 from $109 while retaining a Hold rating, arguing that AI strength may not offset near-term business strain. The revised target leaves limited upside based on the referenced trading level. Mizuho Cuts Intel Price Target Negative Sentiment: Intel traded lower in premarket alongside Micron, SanDisk and AMD as semiconductor stocks faced broader sector pressure. Commentary also emphasized AMD’s stronger AI and data-center margin profile, highlighting competitive risks for Intel’s turnaround. Intel Profile (Free Report)
Intel Corporation, founded in 1968 by Robert Noyce and Gordon E. Moore and headquartered in Santa Clara, California, is a leading global designer and manufacturer of semiconductor products. The company is historically notable for introducing the first commercial microprocessor and for driving the x86 architecture that underpins many personal computers and servers. Intel’s core business spans the design, fabrication and marketing of processors, chipsets and related components for a wide range of computing applications.
Intel’s product portfolio includes client and mobile processors marketed under brands such as Intel Core and Pentium, as well as high-performance Xeon processors for data centers and cloud infrastructure.
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Berkshire Capital Holdings ve 2. čtvrtletí otevřela novou pozici v Intelu: 160 840 akcií za zhruba 22,458 mil. USD. Podíl tvoří 4,9 % jejího portfolia a je 10. největší.
Berkshire Capital Holdings Inc. bought a new position in shares of Intel Corporation (NASDAQ:INTC – Free Report) during the 2nd quarter, according to its most recent Form 13F filing with the Securities & Exchange Commission. The institutional investor bought 160,840 shares of the chip maker’s stock, valued at approximately $22,458,000. Intel comprises 4.9% of Berkshire Capital Holdings Inc.’s holdings, making the stock its 10th biggest position.
Several other institutional investors also recently bought and sold shares of INTC. Sivia Capital Partners LLC grew its holdings in Intel by 271.7% during the second quarter. Sivia Capital Partners LLC now owns 34,201 shares of the chip maker’s stock valued at $766,000 after purchasing an additional 25,001 shares during the last quarter. United Bank acquired a new stake in shares of Intel in the second quarter worth $205,000. Gamco Investors INC. ET AL lifted its stake in shares of Intel by 12.3% in the second quarter. Gamco Investors INC. ET AL now owns 13,737 shares of the chip maker’s stock worth $308,000 after buying an additional 1,508 shares during the last quarter. NewEdge Advisors LLC boosted its holdings in shares of Intel by 29.6% during the 2nd quarter. NewEdge Advisors LLC now owns 158,277 shares of the chip maker’s stock worth $3,545,000 after buying an additional 36,116 shares during the period. Finally, Sei Investments Co. boosted its holdings in shares of Intel by 9.9% during the 2nd quarter. Sei Investments Co. now owns 828,352 shares of the chip maker’s stock worth $18,556,000 after buying an additional 74,838 shares during the period. 64.53% of the stock is currently owned by institutional investors.
Insiders Place Their Bets In other news, CEO Lip Bu Tan bought 105,263 shares of the business’s stock in a transaction dated Tuesday, August 11th. The stock was bought at an average price of $95.00 per share, for a total transaction of $9,999,985.00. Following the completion of the purchase, the chief executive officer owned 1,314,669 shares of the company’s stock, valued at approximately $124,893,555. The trade was a 8.70% increase in their position. The transaction was disclosed in a document filed with the Securities & Exchange Commission, which is available through this hyperlink. Corporate insiders own 0.05% of the company’s stock.
Trending Headlines about Intel Here are the key news stories impacting Intel this week: Positive Sentiment: A reported leak suggesting Intel could launch its Nova Lake client processor lineup as early as 2027 provided a potential catalyst. Earlier availability could strengthen Intel’s product roadmap and support a recovery in its PC and data-center businesses. Intel Stock Gains as Nova Lake Launch Schedule Leaks Positive Sentiment: Coverage highlighted Nvidia’s roughly $5 billion investment in Intel, including its purchase of more than 214 million shares at $23.28 each, and the companies’ product collaboration. The large paper gain on Nvidia’s stake reinforces market confidence in Intel’s strategic importance and AI potential, although it does not directly generate new revenue for Intel. Nvidia’s Intel Investment and Partnership Positive Sentiment: Intel’s expanded partnership with Kasm Technologies will run private large language models on Xeon 6 processors with Advanced Matrix Extensions, targeting regulated customers that require local and compliant AI. The deal supports Intel’s strategy of positioning Xeon as infrastructure for enterprise AI workloads. Intel Kasm AI Partnership Neutral Sentiment: Intel recently reported stronger-than-expected quarterly revenue and earnings, with revenue up 25% year over year, while management expects 2026 capital expenditures to exceed $20 billion and spending to rise significantly in 2027. The investment could support future manufacturing and AI growth, but it increases execution and cash-flow demands. Intel’s Five-Year Outlook Neutral Sentiment: A separate report said Intel’s 14A manufacturing process is beginning to demonstrate its strategic value, offering a potential long-term foundry catalyst. However, meaningful financial benefits depend on customer commitments and successful execution. Negative Sentiment: Mizuho analyst Vijay Rakesh cut his Intel price target to $92 from $109 while retaining a Hold rating, arguing that AI strength may not offset near-term business strain. The revised target leaves limited upside based on the referenced trading level. Mizuho Cuts Intel Price Target Negative Sentiment: Intel traded lower in premarket alongside Micron, SanDisk and AMD as semiconductor stocks faced broader sector pressure. Commentary also emphasized AMD’s stronger AI and data-center margin profile, highlighting competitive risks for Intel’s turnaround. Intel Price Performance NASDAQ:INTC opened at $91.67 on Friday. The company has a debt-to-equity ratio of 0.47, a quick ratio of 1.25 and a current ratio of 1.60. The company has a 50-day moving average of $101.10 and a 200-day moving average of $87.85. The company has a market capitalization of $462.38 billion, a price-to-earnings ratio of -43.45, a PEG ratio of 9.94 and a beta of 2.22. Intel Corporation has a 52 week low of $23.75 and a 52 week high of $142.35.
Intel (NASDAQ:INTC – Get Free Report) last released its quarterly earnings data on Thursday, July 23rd. The chip maker reported $0.42 earnings per share for the quarter, beating the consensus estimate of $0.21 by $0.21. The company had revenue of $16.13 billion for the quarter, compared to analyst estimates of $14.43 billion. Intel had a positive return on equity of 2.62% and a negative net margin of 19.79%.The company’s revenue was up 25.2% compared to the same quarter last year. During the same period in the prior year, the company posted ($0.10) EPS. Intel has set its Q3 2026 guidance at 0.380-0.380 EPS. As a group, equities research analysts anticipate that Intel Corporation will post 1.01 earnings per share for the current fiscal year.
Analyst Upgrades and Downgrades Several brokerages recently commented on INTC. Oppenheimer started coverage on shares of Intel in a report on Thursday, June 11th. They issued an “outperform” rating on the stock. Bank of America lowered their price target on Intel from $160.00 to $145.00 and set a “buy” rating on the stock in a research report on Wednesday, August 12th. Citigroup upgraded Intel from a “positive” rating to a “buy” rating in a research note on Thursday, July 23rd. Morgan Stanley boosted their price objective on Intel from $75.00 to $84.00 and gave the stock an “equal weight” rating in a research report on Friday, July 24th. Finally, Daiwa Securities Group downgraded Intel from a “strong-buy” rating to a “hold” rating in a research note on Tuesday, August 4th. One analyst has rated the stock with a Strong Buy rating, fifteen have issued a Buy rating, thirty-one have assigned a Hold rating and three have given a Sell rating to the company. According to data from MarketBeat.com, the company has an average rating of “Hold” and an average price target of $107.46.
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Intel Profile (Free Report)
Intel Corporation, founded in 1968 by Robert Noyce and Gordon E. Moore and headquartered in Santa Clara, California, is a leading global designer and manufacturer of semiconductor products. The company is historically notable for introducing the first commercial microprocessor and for driving the x86 architecture that underpins many personal computers and servers. Intel’s core business spans the design, fabrication and marketing of processors, chipsets and related components for a wide range of computing applications.
Intel’s product portfolio includes client and mobile processors marketed under brands such as Intel Core and Pentium, as well as high-performance Xeon processors for data centers and cloud infrastructure.
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Brasada Capital Management LP ve 2. čtvrtletí koupila novou pozici v Intelu o 16 527 akciích za zhruba 2,308 milionu USD. Generální ředitel Lip Bu Tan zároveň nakoupil 105 263 akcií za průměrnou cenu 95,00 USD za kus.
Brasada Capital Management LP bought a new position in shares of Intel Corporation (NASDAQ:INTC – Free Report) during the 2nd quarter, according to its most recent filing with the SEC. The institutional investor bought 16,527 shares of the chip maker’s stock, valued at approximately $2,308,000.
A number of other institutional investors have also added to or reduced their stakes in INTC. iA Global Asset Management Inc. raised its stake in shares of Intel by 17.0% during the 4th quarter. iA Global Asset Management Inc. now owns 593,043 shares of the chip maker’s stock valued at $21,883,000 after buying an additional 86,189 shares during the last quarter. Whalerock Point Partners LLC purchased a new stake in shares of Intel in the fourth quarter worth about $205,000. Dixon Mitchell Investment Counsel Inc. purchased a new stake in shares of Intel in the fourth quarter worth about $185,000. Northwestern Mutual Wealth Management Co. grew its holdings in Intel by 5.7% during the fourth quarter. Northwestern Mutual Wealth Management Co. now owns 255,261 shares of the chip maker’s stock worth $9,419,000 after acquiring an additional 13,858 shares during the period. Finally, Vestor Capital LLC acquired a new stake in Intel during the first quarter worth about $9,441,000. Hedge funds and other institutional investors own 64.53% of the company’s stock.
Intel Trading Up 1.8% Shares of INTC opened at $91.67 on Friday. Intel Corporation has a 52-week low of $23.75 and a 52-week high of $142.35. The company has a quick ratio of 1.25, a current ratio of 1.60 and a debt-to-equity ratio of 0.47. The firm’s fifty day moving average is $101.10 and its two-hundred day moving average is $87.85. The stock has a market cap of $462.38 billion, a PE ratio of -43.45, a price-to-earnings-growth ratio of 9.94 and a beta of 2.22.
Intel (NASDAQ:INTC – Get Free Report) last issued its earnings results on Thursday, July 23rd. The chip maker reported $0.42 EPS for the quarter, beating analysts’ consensus estimates of $0.21 by $0.21. The business had revenue of $16.13 billion during the quarter, compared to analysts’ expectations of $14.43 billion. Intel had a negative net margin of 19.79% and a positive return on equity of 2.62%. The company’s quarterly revenue was up 25.2% compared to the same quarter last year. During the same period in the prior year, the business earned ($0.10) earnings per share. Intel has set its Q3 2026 guidance at 0.380-0.380 EPS. Research analysts forecast that Intel Corporation will post 1.01 earnings per share for the current fiscal year. Intel News Roundup Here are the key news stories impacting Intel this week:
Positive Sentiment: A reported leak suggesting Intel could launch its Nova Lake client processor lineup as early as 2027 provided a potential catalyst. Earlier availability could strengthen Intel’s product roadmap and support a recovery in its PC and data-center businesses. Intel Stock Gains as Nova Lake Launch Schedule Leaks Positive Sentiment: Coverage highlighted Nvidia’s roughly $5 billion investment in Intel, including its purchase of more than 214 million shares at $23.28 each, and the companies’ product collaboration. The large paper gain on Nvidia’s stake reinforces market confidence in Intel’s strategic importance and AI potential, although it does not directly generate new revenue for Intel. Nvidia’s Intel Investment and Partnership Positive Sentiment: Intel’s expanded partnership with Kasm Technologies will run private large language models on Xeon 6 processors with Advanced Matrix Extensions, targeting regulated customers that require local and compliant AI. The deal supports Intel’s strategy of positioning Xeon as infrastructure for enterprise AI workloads. Intel Kasm AI Partnership Neutral Sentiment: Intel recently reported stronger-than-expected quarterly revenue and earnings, with revenue up 25% year over year, while management expects 2026 capital expenditures to exceed $20 billion and spending to rise significantly in 2027. The investment could support future manufacturing and AI growth, but it increases execution and cash-flow demands. Intel’s Five-Year Outlook Neutral Sentiment: A separate report said Intel’s 14A manufacturing process is beginning to demonstrate its strategic value, offering a potential long-term foundry catalyst. However, meaningful financial benefits depend on customer commitments and successful execution. Negative Sentiment: Mizuho analyst Vijay Rakesh cut his Intel price target to $92 from $109 while retaining a Hold rating, arguing that AI strength may not offset near-term business strain. The revised target leaves limited upside based on the referenced trading level. Mizuho Cuts Intel Price Target Negative Sentiment: Intel traded lower in premarket alongside Micron, SanDisk and AMD as semiconductor stocks faced broader sector pressure. Commentary also emphasized AMD’s stronger AI and data-center margin profile, highlighting competitive risks for Intel’s turnaround. Analyst Upgrades and Downgrades A number of research analysts have issued reports on the company. JPMorgan Chase & Co. boosted their price target on Intel from $45.00 to $85.00 and gave the company an “underweight” rating in a report on Friday, July 24th. Needham & Company LLC reaffirmed a “hold” rating on shares of Intel in a report on Friday, July 24th. Robert W. Baird boosted their target price on shares of Intel from $75.00 to $125.00 and gave the company a “neutral” rating in a research note on Friday, July 24th. BTIG Research upgraded shares of Intel from a “neutral” rating to a “buy” rating in a research report on Thursday, June 11th. Finally, Truist Financial increased their target price on shares of Intel from $81.00 to $108.00 and gave the stock a “hold” rating in a research note on Friday, July 24th. One research analyst has rated the stock with a Strong Buy rating, fifteen have issued a Buy rating, thirty-one have assigned a Hold rating and three have given a Sell rating to the company’s stock. Based on data from MarketBeat.com, the stock has a consensus rating of “Hold” and an average price target of $107.46.
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Insider Transactions at Intel In other Intel news, CEO Lip Bu Tan acquired 105,263 shares of the business’s stock in a transaction on Tuesday, August 11th. The stock was bought at an average price of $95.00 per share, for a total transaction of $9,999,985.00. Following the acquisition, the chief executive officer owned 1,314,669 shares in the company, valued at approximately $124,893,555. The trade was a 8.70% increase in their ownership of the stock. The purchase was disclosed in a filing with the SEC, which is available through the SEC website. Corporate insiders own 0.05% of the company’s stock.
About Intel (Free Report)
Intel Corporation, founded in 1968 by Robert Noyce and Gordon E. Moore and headquartered in Santa Clara, California, is a leading global designer and manufacturer of semiconductor products. The company is historically notable for introducing the first commercial microprocessor and for driving the x86 architecture that underpins many personal computers and servers. Intel’s core business spans the design, fabrication and marketing of processors, chipsets and related components for a wide range of computing applications.
Intel’s product portfolio includes client and mobile processors marketed under brands such as Intel Core and Pentium, as well as high-performance Xeon processors for data centers and cloud infrastructure.
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Analytik Mizuho Vijay Rakesh snížil cílovou cenu Intelu na 92 USD z 109 USD a ponechal doporučení držet. Upozornil na slabší poptávku po PC a tlak na ziskovost.
Intel ( INTC ) stock is in focus after Mizuho analyst Vijay Rakesh lowered his price target to $92 from $109 while keeping a Hold view on the shares.
Rakesh said Intel could benefit from rising demand for processors used in artificial intelligence inference. He expects the balance between CPU and GPU workloads to improve over time as agentic AI expands, potentially supporting tighter CPU supply through 2027.
The analyst also sees a longer-term opportunity in Intel's manufacturing operations. He expects advanced packaging revenue to reach about $3.5 billion by 2029, with external foundry activity also potentially reaching that level as the company advances its 14A process.
Still, near-term profitability remains a concern. Rakesh pointed to pressure from new manufacturing nodes, weaker PC demand and a valuation that leaves limited room for disappointment.
TipRanks shows a Hold consensus, with 24 Holds, five Buys and two Sells. The average price target is $116.16, implying about 27% upside.
What it means for the stock: Intel may have AI-driven growth ahead, but investors still face execution and margin risks.
Danske Bank A S acquired a new stake in International Business Machines Corporation (NYSE:IBM – Free Report) in the second quarter, according to the company in its most recent Form 13F filing with the SEC. The fund acquired 532,875 shares of the technology company’s stock, valued at approximately $149,850,000. Danske Bank A S owned 0.06% of International Business Machines as of its most recent SEC filing.
Other institutional investors and hedge funds have also recently made changes to their positions in the company. Basepoint Wealth LLC acquired a new stake in shares of International Business Machines in the fourth quarter valued at approximately $25,000. Portus Wealth Advisors LLC bought a new position in International Business Machines during the 1st quarter worth $26,000. Harborfront Financial Group LLC bought a new position in International Business Machines during the 2nd quarter worth $27,000. Cornerstone Financial Management LLC acquired a new position in International Business Machines in the 4th quarter valued at $28,000. Finally, SWAN Capital LLC acquired a new position in International Business Machines in the 3rd quarter valued at $28,000. Institutional investors and hedge funds own 58.96% of the company’s stock.
International Business Machines Trading Up 1.0% NYSE IBM opened at $234.00 on Friday. The company has a quick ratio of 0.74, a current ratio of 0.79 and a debt-to-equity ratio of 1.63. International Business Machines Corporation has a twelve month low of $199.19 and a twelve month high of $332.46. The company has a market cap of $220.46 billion, a price-to-earnings ratio of 20.76, a price-to-earnings-growth ratio of 2.21 and a beta of 0.71. The business’s fifty day moving average is $242.40 and its 200 day moving average is $247.21.
International Business Machines (NYSE:IBM – Get Free Report) last posted its earnings results on Wednesday, July 22nd. The technology company reported $2.93 EPS for the quarter, meeting the consensus estimate of $2.93. International Business Machines had a return on equity of 35.65% and a net margin of 15.52%.The firm had revenue of $17.16 billion during the quarter, compared to the consensus estimate of $17.46 billion. During the same period last year, the company earned $2.80 earnings per share. The business’s quarterly revenue was up 1.1% on a year-over-year basis. As a group, sell-side analysts expect that International Business Machines Corporation will post 12.33 EPS for the current fiscal year. International Business Machines Announces Dividend The company also recently declared a quarterly dividend, which will be paid on Thursday, September 10th. Stockholders of record on Monday, August 10th will be given a $1.69 dividend. The ex-dividend date is Monday, August 10th. This represents a $6.76 dividend on an annualized basis and a dividend yield of 2.9%. International Business Machines’s payout ratio is 59.98%.
Key Stories Impacting International Business Machines Here are the key news stories impacting International Business Machines this week:
Positive Sentiment: Quantum-computing advances support IBM’s growth narrative. IBM reportedly achieved a 25-fold throughput improvement, reinforcing its position in quantum hardware and software and adding to investor enthusiasm around emerging technology opportunities. Quantum Computing News: IBM Hits 25x Throughput Gain, RGTI Shows Up to 100x Speedup Positive Sentiment: Valuation and shareholder returns are attracting buyers. One analysis says IBM may trade below estimates of intrinsic value based on discounted cash flow, earnings and cash-flow multiples. Its long-term return, sizable dividend and reported $1.69-per-share distribution strengthen the income and value case. IBM Stock Could Be Below Fair Value Despite Cautious Broader Checks Positive Sentiment: AI and strategic investments broaden IBM’s growth prospects. IBM remains a favored long-term AI stock among retail investors, while IBM Ventures’ investment in physics-acceleration company BQP provides additional exposure to advanced computing. IBM Ventures Backs Physics Acceleration Firm BQP Neutral Sentiment: IBM’s latest trading-session advance reflected broader market strength, but the company’s shares remain below both their 50-day and 200-day moving averages, indicating that technical momentum is still mixed. IBM Beats Stock Market Upswing Negative Sentiment: A law-firm investigation adds headline and litigation risk. Bleichmar Fonti & Auld announced an investigation into potential misrepresentations concerning IBM’s business deal pace. The inquiry does not establish wrongdoing, but it could pressure the stock if additional claims or weak bookings emerge. IBM Under Investigation for Securities Fraud Insider Activity at International Business Machines In other news, SVP Robert Thomas sold 25,000 shares of the company’s stock in a transaction on Wednesday, August 26th. The shares were sold at an average price of $230.32, for a total value of $5,758,000.00. Following the sale, the senior vice president directly owned 47,800 shares of the company’s stock, valued at approximately $11,009,296. This represents a 34.34% decrease in their position. The transaction was disclosed in a document filed with the SEC, which is available through the SEC website. Corporate insiders own 0.27% of the company’s stock.
Wall Street Analysts Forecast Growth Several analysts have recently issued reports on IBM shares. Robert W. Baird began coverage on International Business Machines in a report on Tuesday, July 21st. They set a “neutral” rating and a $230.00 target price on the stock. Susquehanna boosted their price target on International Business Machines from $225.00 to $235.00 and gave the company a “neutral” rating in a research note on Monday. Oppenheimer downgraded shares of International Business Machines from an “outperform” rating to a “market perform” rating in a research note on Wednesday, July 15th. Piper Sandler raised shares of International Business Machines to an “overweight” rating in a report on Tuesday, June 23rd. Finally, Wolfe Research cut shares of International Business Machines to a “peer perform” rating in a research report on Tuesday, June 23rd. Sixteen analysts have rated the stock with a Buy rating, eleven have given a Hold rating and one has issued a Sell rating to the company. According to MarketBeat, the stock currently has an average rating of “Moderate Buy” and an average price target of $265.90.
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International Business Machines Corporation (IBM) is a global technology and consulting company headquartered in Armonk, New York. Founded in 1911 as the Computing-Tabulating-Recording Company (CTR) and renamed IBM in 1924, the company has evolved from early electromechanical machines to a diversified technology provider serving enterprises and governments worldwide. IBM is publicly traded on the New York Stock Exchange under the ticker symbol IBM.
IBM’s principal businesses encompass cloud computing and software, infrastructure and systems, consulting and technology services, and research and development.
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Diversify Advisory Services LLC ve 2. čtvrtletí koupila nový podíl v IBM, a to 52 800 akcií za zhruba 11,42 mil. USD. IBM zároveň oznámila čtvrtletní dividendu ve výši 1,69 USD na akcii.
Diversify Advisory Services LLC bought a new stake in shares of International Business Machines Corporation (NYSE:IBM – Free Report) during the 2nd quarter, according to the company in its most recent disclosure with the SEC. The fund bought 52,800 shares of the technology company’s stock, valued at approximately $11,420,000.
Several other institutional investors and hedge funds also recently modified their holdings of the business. BlackRock Inc. bought a new stake in shares of International Business Machines during the second quarter valued at about $21,586,659,000. Bank of New York Mellon Corp bought a new position in International Business Machines in the 2nd quarter valued at about $2,606,782,000. Norges Bank bought a new position in International Business Machines in the 4th quarter valued at about $2,446,429,000. Capital World Investors increased its stake in International Business Machines by 29.2% during the 4th quarter. Capital World Investors now owns 22,021,912 shares of the technology company’s stock valued at $6,523,720,000 after buying an additional 4,976,756 shares during the period. Finally, Deutsche Bank AG acquired a new position in International Business Machines during the 2nd quarter valued at about $960,839,000. Institutional investors own 58.96% of the company’s stock.
Analysts Set New Price Targets A number of analysts have recently weighed in on IBM shares. Bank of America upped their price target on shares of International Business Machines from $315.00 to $330.00 and gave the stock a “buy” rating in a research note on Monday, July 6th. Royal Bank Of Canada reiterated an “outperform” rating and set a $270.00 price objective on shares of International Business Machines in a research note on Tuesday, July 21st. KeyCorp downgraded International Business Machines to a “sector weight” rating in a research report on Tuesday, June 23rd. JPMorgan Chase & Co. decreased their price target on International Business Machines from $291.00 to $250.00 and set an “overweight” rating for the company in a research note on Friday, July 17th. Finally, HSBC set a $175.00 price target on International Business Machines and gave the company a “reduce” rating in a research report on Thursday, July 16th. Sixteen analysts have rated the stock with a Buy rating, eleven have assigned a Hold rating and one has issued a Sell rating to the company. According to MarketBeat, the stock presently has an average rating of “Moderate Buy” and an average target price of $265.90.
Check Out Our Latest Stock Analysis on IBM Insider Buying and Selling at International Business Machines In related news, SVP Robert Thomas sold 25,000 shares of the stock in a transaction on Wednesday, August 26th. The stock was sold at an average price of $230.32, for a total value of $5,758,000.00. Following the completion of the transaction, the senior vice president owned 47,800 shares in the company, valued at $11,009,296. This trade represents a 34.34% decrease in their position. The transaction was disclosed in a document filed with the SEC, which can be accessed through the SEC website. 0.27% of the stock is currently owned by corporate insiders.
International Business Machines Stock Performance Shares of IBM opened at $234.00 on Friday. The company has a debt-to-equity ratio of 1.63, a current ratio of 0.79 and a quick ratio of 0.74. The firm’s 50 day moving average is $242.40 and its 200-day moving average is $247.21. International Business Machines Corporation has a 12-month low of $199.19 and a 12-month high of $332.46. The stock has a market capitalization of $220.46 billion, a P/E ratio of 20.76, a P/E/G ratio of 2.21 and a beta of 0.71.
International Business Machines (NYSE:IBM – Get Free Report) last released its earnings results on Wednesday, July 22nd. The technology company reported $2.93 EPS for the quarter, meeting the consensus estimate of $2.93. The business had revenue of $17.16 billion during the quarter, compared to analyst estimates of $17.46 billion. International Business Machines had a net margin of 15.52% and a return on equity of 35.65%. The business’s quarterly revenue was up 1.1% on a year-over-year basis. During the same period in the prior year, the business earned $2.80 earnings per share. Equities research analysts anticipate that International Business Machines Corporation will post 12.33 EPS for the current fiscal year.
International Business Machines Announces Dividend The business also recently disclosed a quarterly dividend, which will be paid on Thursday, September 10th. Stockholders of record on Monday, August 10th will be given a dividend of $1.69 per share. This represents a $6.76 dividend on an annualized basis and a dividend yield of 2.9%. The ex-dividend date is Monday, August 10th. International Business Machines’s dividend payout ratio is 59.98%.
Key Headlines Impacting International Business Machines Here are the key news stories impacting International Business Machines this week:
Positive Sentiment: Quantum-computing advances support IBM’s growth narrative. IBM reportedly achieved a 25-fold throughput improvement, reinforcing its position in quantum hardware and software and adding to investor enthusiasm around emerging technology opportunities. Quantum Computing News: IBM Hits 25x Throughput Gain, RGTI Shows Up to 100x Speedup Positive Sentiment: Valuation and shareholder returns are attracting buyers. One analysis says IBM may trade below estimates of intrinsic value based on discounted cash flow, earnings and cash-flow multiples. Its long-term return, sizable dividend and reported $1.69-per-share distribution strengthen the income and value case. IBM Stock Could Be Below Fair Value Despite Cautious Broader Checks Positive Sentiment: AI and strategic investments broaden IBM’s growth prospects. IBM remains a favored long-term AI stock among retail investors, while IBM Ventures’ investment in physics-acceleration company BQP provides additional exposure to advanced computing. IBM Ventures Backs Physics Acceleration Firm BQP Neutral Sentiment: IBM’s latest trading-session advance reflected broader market strength, but the company’s shares remain below both their 50-day and 200-day moving averages, indicating that technical momentum is still mixed. IBM Beats Stock Market Upswing Negative Sentiment: A law-firm investigation adds headline and litigation risk. Bleichmar Fonti & Auld announced an investigation into potential misrepresentations concerning IBM’s business deal pace. The inquiry does not establish wrongdoing, but it could pressure the stock if additional claims or weak bookings emerge. IBM Under Investigation for Securities Fraud (Free Report)
International Business Machines Corporation (IBM) is a global technology and consulting company headquartered in Armonk, New York. Founded in 1911 as the Computing-Tabulating-Recording Company (CTR) and renamed IBM in 1924, the company has evolved from early electromechanical machines to a diversified technology provider serving enterprises and governments worldwide. IBM is publicly traded on the New York Stock Exchange under the ticker symbol IBM.
IBM’s principal businesses encompass cloud computing and software, infrastructure and systems, consulting and technology services, and research and development.
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