Gaming and PC hardware stocks don’t usually grab headlines the way AI megacaps do, but every so often, a forgotten name reminds investors how fast sentiment can change. After spending much of last year out of favor amid a choppy PC cycle, some niche tech stocks are suddenly back in play as demand pockets re-emerge and valuations reset to compelling levels. One such surprise winner is Corsair Gaming (CRSR). The little-known maker of PC gaming components and peripherals shocked the market last Friday when ...

With manufacturing onshoring a continuing point of discussion in the industry, many pharma companies went the opposite way for R&D in 2025, deciding to conduct innovation overseas. According to a survey of pharma executives by consultancy firm Ayming UK, nearly half (47%) of the respondents said they offshored R&D last year. Companies cited collaboration opportunities with partners and proximity to new markets and customers as two of the primary motivating factors for their strategy. Firms also pointed to ...

Pat McGrath Labs has received $10 million in debtor in possession financing. The financing by GDA Luma was approved by a bankruptcy court. GDA Luma has also made a further commitment of at least $20 million in post-emergence working capital. More from WWD As part of the deal, upon exit, GDA Luma will hold a controlling equity interest, while founder Dame Pat McGrath will remain a significant equity owner and continue as chief creative officer. As previously reported by WWD, Pat McGrath Labs filed for C ...

Core Insights - U.S. equity markets in Q4 2025 were influenced by optimism regarding potential monetary easing and caution about economic growth and valuations [1] - The Meridian Hedged Equity Fund gained 0.08% in Q4 2025, underperforming the S&P 500 Index's 2.66% return and the CBOE S&P 500 BuyWrite Index's 6.53% return [1] - The firm is monitoring factors such as monetary policy and the sustainability of AI investments as it approaches 2026 [1] Company Analysis: Vistra Corp. (NYSE:VST) - Vistra Corp. is identified as a major performance detractor for the Meridian Hedged Equity Fund in Q4 2025 [2] - As of February 13, 2026, Vistra Corp. stock closed at $171.49 per share, with a one-month return of 5.65% and a twelve-month increase of 4.98% [2] - Vistra Corp. has a market capitalization of $58.105 billion [2] Performance and Positioning - Vistra Corp. is described as a U.S. power producer with a balanced portfolio of nuclear, natural gas, and renewable assets, along with a strong retail electricity business [3] - The company is positioned to benefit from increasing electricity demand driven by data centers and electrification trends [3] - Despite underperformance due to longer-term guidance falling short of expectations, the company has shown consistent execution, a strong balance sheet, and an increased share repurchase authorization [3]

Between 2015 and 2024, data scientist Sundas Khalid more than tripled her Big Tech pay and then built a content business that out-earned her day job. For someone who grew up lower middle-class and unsure about money, seeing those numbers still feels surreal. From Amazon Intern To Google Principal As noted in a Business Insider account, Khalid's story began with an Amazon.com Inc. (NASDAQ:AMZN) internship in 2013 and a return offer as a data engineer the following year. In 2015, her first full year, she e ...

President Donald Trump called it a way for patients to find the lowest prices on prescription drugs, but TrumpRX is already receiving mixed reviews. TrumpRX is a direct-to-patient purchasing platform for medications. If you’re looking around at the platform or ready to start using it, a prominent voice in American healthcare has a warning about two key aspects that could seriously impact your money. How the Pricing Is Shown Dr. William Soliman, CEO of Accreditation Council for Medical Affairs, said ther ...

First Majestic Silver (NYSE: AG) stock tumbled 9% through 10:55 a.m. Tuesday, and it's not hard to figure out why. First Majestic Silver focuses on mining both silver and gold in Mexico and the United States. Unfortunately for its investors, both silver and gold prices are down today. Will AI create the world's first trillionaire? Our team just released a report on the one little-known company, called an "Indispensable Monopoly" providing the critical technology Nvidia and Intel both need. Continue » Imag ...

Meridian Funds, managed by ArrowMark Partners, released its fourth-quarter 2025 investor letter for “Meridian Hedged Equity Fund”. A copy of the letter can be downloaded here. U.S. equity markets experienced a quarter supported by optimism about potential monetary easing and caution regarding economic growth and valuations. Early gains were driven by strong AI-related earnings and the US Federal Reserve’s rate cut in October, which improved expectations for financial conditions. However, market sentiment c ...

Meridian Funds, managed by ArrowMark Partners, released its fourth-quarter 2025 investor letter for “Meridian Hedged Equity Fund”. A copy of the letter can be downloaded here. U.S. equity markets experienced a quarter supported by optimism about potential monetary easing and caution regarding economic growth and valuations. Early gains were driven by strong AI-related earnings and the US Federal Reserve’s rate cut in October, which improved expectations for financial conditions. However, market sentiment c ...

Rare earth elements have become one of the hottest topics in U.S. politics. These 17 metallic elements are challenging to obtain yet crucial to a variety of high-tech products, including defense and aerospace applications. Currently, China dominates this market, accounting for nearly 70% of the world's supply of these resources. The United States is moving quickly to hedge against the risks of relying on a potential adversary for such scarce materials, recently announcing a significant investment in USA ...