Core Viewpoint - Melrose Industries PLC is a key player in the aerospace and defense sector, focusing on acquiring and improving underperforming businesses to enhance shareholder value [1] Financial Performance - On February 27, 2026, Melrose reported an earnings per share (EPS) of $0.22, matching estimates, and revenue of approximately $2.43 billion, also aligning with expectations, indicating stable financial performance [2][5] - The aerospace and defense sector reported a statutory operating profit of £600 million, a significant turnaround from a £4 million loss in 2024, with adjusted profit before tax rising by 21% to £515 million [4] Shareholder Actions - Despite a 13% decline in shares to 556p, the company announced a £175 million share buyback program and a 20% dividend increase, reflecting confidence in its financial health and commitment to returning value to shareholders [3]

United's stock and other airline shares get a reality check from rising oil prices, market jitters - MarketWatch# United's stock and other airline shares get a reality check from rising oil prices, market jitters## United Airlines' stock leads S&P 500 declinersPublished: Feb. 27, 2026 at 2:03 p.m. ETShareResize---Listen(2 min)United Airlines' stock was on track for its worst percentage decline since April. Photo: Getty ImagesUnited Airlines' stock was leading S&P 500 index decliners on Friday and heading fo ...

Report: Active ETFs Topped $2 Trillion in Global AUM in JanuaryActive ETFs have continued their ascent to start 2026. The category, which has seen accelerated launches and flows in recent years, surpassed a major milestone in January. According to a report from independent ETF research firm ETFGI, active ETFs globally hit $2 trillion in AUM last month.See more: [Why Small-Cap ETFs Can Win The First Half in 2026]The global active ETF industry added some $76 billion in net inflows last month, according to a p ...

Block, Inc. (NYSE:XYZ) stock surged Friday after the fintech giant paired a blowout fourth quarter with a sweeping workforce reduction, prompting a wave of bullish analyst reactions. Deep staff cuts and accelerating Cash App momentum are set to turbocharge margins and reshape the company's earnings power — and Wall Street is taking notice.Needham analyst Mayank Tandon reiterated his bullish stance on Block, raising his price forecast after the company posted strong fourth-quarter results and announced a maj ...

The Goldman Sachs-Innovator Acquisition Already Bearing FruitThe ETF marketplace underwent a seismic shift at the end of last year with Goldman Sachs Asset Management (GSAM) [acquiring] Innovator Capital Management. Known for their pioneering ETF strategies, Innovator brings their [Defined Outcome suite] under the storied GSAM banner, which helps position the firm as a dominant force in risk-managed investing as well as income.With the CBOE Volatility Index (VIX) up close to 40% this year, these active ETF ...

Silver Mining Demand Remains Rock-Solid | ETF TrendsSilver's dazzling rally over the last few months has led to the precious metal being an asset to watch for investors of all sizes.However, the recent bout of turbulence that both silver and gold saw, spurred on by President Trump's Fed chair nomination, has led to some investors taking a more cautious stance on the metal. However, is the caution necessarily warranted?[In a recent interview] with James Connor of Bloor Street Capital, John Ciampaglia, CEO of ...

3 Small-Cap ETFs to Buy Before the Great Rotation Leaves Large Caps Behind - 24/7 Wall St.[S&P 5006,854.30 -0.61%][Dow Jones48,873.00 -0.93%][Nasdaq 10024,853.10 -0.57%][Russell 20002,620.27 -1.74%][FTSE 10010,886.60 +0.28%][Nikkei 22558,618.70 -0.04%][Live Nasdaq Composite: Markets in Freefall on Tech, Economy Jitters][Investing]# 3 Small-Cap ETFs to Buy Before the Great Rotation Leaves Large Caps Behind### Quick ReadEarnings growth is broadening beyond the Magnificent Seven. Falling interest rates benefit ...

NEW YORK--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Fortress Value Acquisition Corp. V (the "Company†), a blank check company sponsored by an affiliate of Fortress Investment Group LLC and formed for the purpose of effecting a merger, share exchange, asset acquisition, share purchase, reorganization or similar business combination with one or more businesses, today announced the closing of its initial public offering of 25,000,000 Class A ordinary shares. The offering was priced at $10.00 per share, resulting in gross. ...

Financial giants have made a conspicuous bullish move on Costco Wholesale. Our analysis of options history for Costco Wholesale (NASDAQ:COST) revealed 49 unusual trades.Delving into the details, we found 48% of traders were bullish, while 26% showed bearish tendencies. Out of all the trades we spotted, 27 were puts, with a value of $1,967,223, and 22 were calls, valued at $1,454,208.Expected Price MovementsBased on the trading activity, it appears that the significant investors are aiming for a price territ ...

Key Takeaways MAIN's Q4 distributable net investment income of $1.09 beat estimates and rose from $1.04 a year ago.Total investment income climbed 3.6% Y/Y to $145.5M, driven by higher dividend and fee income.Expenses rose 2.7% Y/Y to $51.4M, while LMM investments jumped to $300M in the quarter.Main Street Capital Corporation’s (MAIN) fourth-quarter 2025 distributable net investment income of $1.09 per share surpassed the Zacks Consensus Estimate of $1.05. The reported figure compares favorably with $1.04 p ...