Key Takeaways BTE sold its Eagle Ford assets for $2.3B, using proceeds to cut debt and simplify its capital structure.Lower interest costs and leaner spending help BTE generate cash flow at reduced oil price levels.BTE's heavy oil assets offer durable cash flow, supporting a Strong Buy rating despite near-term headwinds.Baytex Energy Corp. (BTE) has taken a decisive step by selling its Eagle Ford assets for $2.3 billion, fundamentally reshaping its capital structure. Management plans to direct the bulk of p ...

Technology stories are usually told at the moment of launch. A system goes live, a model is released, a platform is announced. What happens next receives far less attention, even though it determines whether the technology ever delivers value.The hardest part of modern technology is not building it. It is keeping it useful once it enters production. Across organisations, a familiar pattern repeats. Teams invest heavily in selecting tools, designing architectures, and rolling out new capability. The first f ...

Ending 2025 looking to next year, there are some possible value rotations and REITs as a sector have been one of my most watched value segments. If you parse over some ofBrett Ashcroft Green, CFP® is a CERTIFIED FINANCIAL PLANNER™. His family also operates a real estate brokerage in Nevada, one of the most tax-advantaged jurisdictions in the United States for retiring, estate planning, and establishing trusts. He has worked with high-net-worth and ultra-high-net-worth individuals globally, specializing in p ...

Electronic payments are often presented as one of the most attractive growth engines in financial services. Volumes rise steadily, digital usage expands year on year, and merchant acquiring promises scale without the balance-sheet intensity of traditional lending. On paper, it looks like a business that compounds.Inside most banks and payment institutions, the reality is more complicated. Payments only look clean at a distance. Up close, they are operationally dense, economically fragile, and increasingly ...

Key Takeaways CRL's RMS segment grew 6.5% in Q3 2025, led by Noveprim, China, CRADL, GEMS and aca/govt. clients.CRL expands via partnerships with Elly's Team, Parker Institute, CHDI Foundation, Deciphex and Akron Bio.CRL faces cautious biotech spending, NIH-dependent revenues, tariffs and competition across segments.Charles River Laboratories International, Inc.’s (CRL) solid prospects in the Research Models and Services (“RMS”) segment are supported by consistent demand for its research model services. The ...

Key Takeaways NOK is advancing its 5G and AI-driven network strategy, backed by strong deal wins and a solid balance sheet.LTRX is gaining traction in Edge AI and drones, with rising OEM engagements and growing revenue visibility.TBLA is expanding beyond native ads as its AI-powered Realize platform boosts margins and cash generation.The technology sector remained one of the most dynamic areas of the global economy in 2025, with a mixture of strong growth themes and ongoing macroeconomic headwinds shaping p ...

Key Takeaways CRC signed an MOU to provide carbon capture, transport and sequestration services to MRP power plants.The deal initially targets two facilities emitting a combined 2.75M metric tons of CO2 annually.CRC's unit will exclusively handle CO2 transport and storage under California's climate framework.California Resources Corporation (CRC) , a CA-based oil and gas exploration and production company, has taken a significant step forward in its carbon management business through a new partnership with ...

24/7 Wall St. Quick Read ITOT returned 16.4% through mid-December 2025. Analysts project S&P 500 earnings to grow 11% in 2026. The fund’s top 10 holdings represent 37% of assets. Nvidia alone accounts for 7.3%. Technology represents 33% of the portfolio. Nvidia reported 62% revenue growth in its most recent quarter. If you’re thinking about retiring or know someone who is, there are three quick questions causing many Americans to realize they can retire earlier than expected. take 5 minutes to lea ...

The Zacks Investment Bank industry is set to benefit from clarity on trade and monetary policy, a resilient economy and lower financing costs, which will boost M&As and underwriting prospects in 2026. Trading revenues are likely to remain strong as geopolitical risks and tariff concerns help sustain market volatility and client activity. Meanwhile, rising investments in AI, technology and platforms may weigh on costs in the near term but are expected to enhance long-term operating efficiency. Hence, industr ...

An updated edition of the Nov. 25, 2025, article.The U.S. beauty and cosmetics industry continues to hold its ground as a resilient corner of consumer spending. Even in slower economic periods, beauty tends to remain a priority as an affordable form of self-care. What keeps the sector attractive for investors is its ability to evolve, blending aesthetics with wellness, personalization and lifestyle trends that support steady, long-term demand.Key growth drivers remain firmly in place. Skincare and hair care ...