Prior to the pandemic, which tipped many retailers into bankruptcy, Moody’s vulnerable retailer list leaned more heavily toward apparel and department stores. Now, Sokolyanska sees a mix of sectors represented, including retail-adjacent companies.“The defaults in the retail sector remain elevated and our list of at-risk retailers is as long today as it was last year,” Raya Sokolyanska, vice president of corporate finance at Moody’s Ratings, said.As for retailers currently at risk, they’re facing many of the ...

Ideally, you'll have multiple income streams at your disposal in retirement. Those could be a combination of savings, investments, and Social Security benefits. But of your various income streams, Social Security may be the only one that's guaranteed to pay you for life. So it's important to file for benefits strategically. 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 Nvi ...

Cummins Inc. (CMI) designs, manufactures, and distributes engines and related power solutions, including diesel and natural-gas engines, fuel systems, emission controls, and power generation systems for industrial, commercial, and automotive applications. Headquartered in Columbus, Indiana, the company serves customers through a global network of company-owned and independent distributors and dealers. Cummins plays a significant role in heavy equipment and powertrain markets worldwide with a market cap of ...

Based in Phoenix, Arizona, Pinnacle West Capital Corporation (PNW) is a leading energy holding company. With a market cap of approximately $11.9 billion, it generates electricity from nuclear, natural gas, oil, coal, and solar facilities while overseeing a vast network of transmission lines, distribution systems, substations, and energy storage assets. Over the past 52 weeks, PNW stock gained 11.2%, slightly trailing the S&P 500 Index ($SPX), which rose 11.8% during the same period. This year, however, t ...

Valued at a market cap of $30.1 billion, DTE Energy Company (DTE) is a diversified regulated utility holding company headquartered in Detroit, Michigan. It primarily provides electricity and natural gas to customers in Michigan through its two regulated subsidiaries, DTE Electric and DTE Gas, while also operating a portfolio of non-utility energy businesses. Shares of this utility company have outpaced the broader market over the past 52 weeks. DTE has surged 13.4% over this time frame, while the broader ...

Core Insights - Nexo has officially relaunched its crypto lending platform in the United States on February 16, 2026, after withdrawing from the market in late 2022 [1] - The company manages approximately $11 billion in assets and has processed over $371 billion in transactions globally since 2018 [1] Group 1: Relaunch Strategy - The relaunch focuses on restructured versions of core products for U.S. users, emphasizing compliance and risk management [2][3] - New offerings include fiat on- and off-ramps via ACH and wire transfers, delivered through licensed U.S. partners [2] - The new yield and lending products are designed differently from the discontinued Earn Interest Product (EIP) that faced regulatory scrutiny [3] Group 2: Regulatory Context - Nexo's exit from the U.S. market was due to regulatory challenges related to its Earn Interest Product, which was deemed an unregistered security by the SEC [5][8] - The company paid $45 million in settlements in 2023 and has since redesigned its products to operate within a clearer regulatory framework [6] Group 3: Business Growth and Partnerships - Prior to its exit, Nexo engaged in global growth initiatives, including acquisitions and sponsorships, but now prioritizes compliance over aggressive expansion [4] - The company has established partnerships with regulated domestic entities to facilitate its return to the U.S. market [1][6]

The J. M. Smucker Company (SJM), headquartered in Orrville, Ohio, is a leading American manufacturer of branded food and beverage products. With a market cap of $11.8 billion, the company has evolved from its origins in apple butter production to encompass a diverse portfolio of consumer goods. Smucker operates through four primary segments: U.S. Retail Coffee, U.S. Retail Frozen Handheld and Spreads, U.S. Retail Pet Foods, and Sweet Baked Snacks. Shares of this leading consumer packaged goods company ha ...

Valued at a market cap of $172.5 billion, Intuitive Surgical, Inc. (ISRG) is a medical technology company that develops and markets robotic-assisted surgical systems, instruments, and related digital solutions used in minimally invasive procedures. The California-based company provides surgical robots, instruments, accessories, and training to hospitals and surgeons worldwide. This global technology leader in minimally invasive care and the pioneer of robotic-assisted surgery has struggled to keep up wit ...

Prudential Financial, Inc. (PRU) is a leading global financial services company headquartered in Newark, New Jersey. With a market cap of $36.6 billion, the firm provides a wide range of insurance, investment management, and retirement-related products and services to individual and institutional clients across the United States, Asia, Europe, and Latin America. PRU stock has declined 6.5% over the past 52 weeks and 7.3% on a YTD basis. In comparison, the S&P 500 Index ($SPX) has returned 11.8% over the ...

Qnity Electronics, Inc. (Q) is a Delaware-headquartered technology company specializing in materials and solutions for the semiconductor and electronics industries. With a market cap of $18.8 billion, its businesses serve the full electronics value chain, from semiconductor fabrication and advanced packaging to interconnect solutions for advanced computing, AI, and next-generation devices. Q has gained 30% over the past three months, while the broader S&P 500 Index ($SPX) has rallied nearly 1.5%. In 2026 ...