Wasatch Global Investors, an asset management company, released its "Small Cap Growth Strategy" Q4 2025 investor letter. A copy of the letter can be downloaded here. The Wasatch Small Cap Growth Strategy experienced a challenging fourth quarter as small-cap equities lagged broader market indices, reflecting investor caution and a continued preference for larger, more liquid stocks. During the period, the Russell 2000® Growth Index gained 1.22%, while the strategy finished the quarter in negative territory, ...

Gator Capital Management, LLC initiated a new position in Voya Financial (NYSE:VOYA) during the fourth quarter, according to a February 13, 2026, SEC filing, acquiring 125,270 shares in a trade estimated at $9.33 million based on quarterly average pricing. What Happened According to a Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) filing dated February 13, 2026, Gator Capital Management, LLC opened a new position in Voya Financial by purchasing 125,270 shares. The estimated transaction value is $9.33 million, ...

Wasatch Global Investors, an asset management company, released its "Small Cap Growth Strategy" Q4 2025 investor letter. A copy of the letter can be downloaded here. The Wasatch Small Cap Growth Strategy experienced a challenging fourth quarter as small-cap equities lagged broader market indices, reflecting investor caution and a continued preference for larger, more liquid stocks. During the period, the Russell 2000® Growth Index gained 1.22%, while the strategy finished the quarter in negative territory, ...

Wasatch Global Investors, an asset management company, released its "Small Cap Growth Strategy" Q4 2025 investor letter. A copy of the letter can be downloaded here. The Wasatch Small Cap Growth Strategy experienced a challenging fourth quarter as small-cap equities lagged broader market indices, reflecting investor caution and a continued preference for larger, more liquid stocks. During the period, the Russell 2000® Growth Index gained 1.22%, while the strategy finished the quarter in negative territory, ...

U.S. investors continued to exit crypto funds, while the rest of the world is buying the dip. Digital asset investment products saw their fourth consecutive week of outflows, totaling $173 million, according to CoinShares' latest report. The stretch has now erased a staggering $3.74 billion from crypto funds over the past four weeks. But the headline number masks a sharp regional divide. The United States accounted for $403 million in outflows, while Europe and Canada recorded $230 million in inflows—s ...

Market Overview - US stocks and bonds experienced small movements amid low trading volumes due to the Presidents' Day holiday and China's Lunar New Year, with futures on the S&P 500 remaining flat and Europe's Stoxx 600 index increasing by 0.2% [2][3] - The US inflation data released on Friday was benign, reinforcing expectations for a Federal Reserve interest rate cut later this year, with traders pricing in a strong likelihood of cuts in June and July [2][3] Sector Insights - The sentiment around equities is positive following the Consumer Price Index (CPI) report, although there is caution regarding sectors exposed to AI, as there may be significant dispersion in performance [4] - A JPMorgan Chase team highlighted the risks of AI-driven "cannibalization" for certain sectors, including software, business services, and media, suggesting a cautious approach to these stocks [5] - Goldman Sachs has introduced a new investment strategy focusing on software stocks that will benefit from AI adoption while shorting those at risk of being disrupted [6] Earnings and Economic Indicators - The current earnings season shows a growth rate of 13% for companies, contributing to a positive outlook for the S&P 500 [7] - Upcoming economic indicators, including ADP private payrolls and the minutes from the Fed's January meeting, are anticipated to provide further insights into the economic landscape [7] Future Outlook - Bloomberg strategists predict a potential retreat in global equities as the uncertain AI outlook may negatively impact megatech companies and sectors vulnerable to disruption, while bond markets may continue to rally [8]

US-based retailer Costco Wholesale is facing a proposed US class action alleging undisclosed salmonella risks at a Nebraska chicken plant. A complaint lodged in Seattle federal court claims that salmonella contamination at Costco’s chicken processing facility in Fremont was not disclosed to consumers purchasing Kirkland Signature rotisserie chicken. Filed by Lisa Taylor of Missouri, the suit claims she bought Costco rotisserie chickens monthly and overpaid due to undisclosed contamination risks. The la ...

Morgan Stanley and Houlihan Lokey topped the charts of financial advisors working on consumer M&A in 2025, according to newly released deals data. According to GlobalData, Just Drinks’ parent, Morgan Stanley led the chart for deal value while Houlihan Lokey worked on the most consumer-sector transactions by volume. Morgan Stanley advised on deals worth a cumulative $79.71bn. The data showed Houlihan Lokey was appointed an adviser on 30 transactions. Aurojyoti Bose, lead analyst at GlobalData, said: “Ho ...

In a merger of two of the world’s largest container shipping lines, Hapag-Lloyd of Germany will acquire Israel’s Zim Integrated Shipping Services for $4.2 billion. Zim (NYSE: ZIM) confirmed an earlier report by FreightWaves in an announcement Monday. The all-cash deal values Zim at $35 per share, or $4.2 billion, a 58% premium to its prior-day closing price and 126% premium to its unaffected stock price. Zim said the sale is structured so that a new Israel-based company, New ZIM, will acquire a portion ...

When it comes to artificial intelligence (AI) orchestration, Palantir Technologies (NASDAQ: PLTR) has become the clear market leader. The company experienced tremendous growth as its AI platform became one of the best tools to unlock the potential of AI models to solve real-world problems in mission-critical settings. With its platform essentially acting as an AI operating system that can gather data and connect it to real-world assets, Palantir is now the main orchestration platform for AI that helps re ...