Key Takeaways CAT raises its dividend to $1.51, its 31st consecutive annual increase despite Q1 2025 weakness. Dividend hike follows soft volumes and weak revenue guidance, signaling long-term confidence. CAT returned $10.3B to shareholders in 2024 and $4.3B more in Q1 2025 via dividends and buybacks.Caterpillar (CAT) has reaffirmed its long-standing commitment to shareholder returns with the recently announced 7% hike in quarterly dividend to $1.51 per share.  This marks the 31st consecutive year of divi ...

Sarepta Therapeutics, Inc. (NASDAQ: SRPT ) stock was down 40% in pre-market trading on Monday, June 16th, as seen below. As soon as the market opened, Monday morning losses not only stuck but continued to deepen with the stock down over 47% soI’m a retired Wall Street PM specializing in TMT; since kickstarting my career, I’ve spent over two decades in the market navigating the technology landscape, focusing on risk mitigation through the dot com bubble, credit default of ‘08, and, more recently, with the AI ...

The second quarter is set up for a meaningful rebound in earnings for Valero Energy (NYSE: VLO ). The company’s industry leading cost profile gives VLO a leading edge in returning cash to shareholdersI am a Licensed Professional Engineer who works in the Nuclear Power industry. I use my professional working knowledge of the power/energy industries to aid in evaluating potential equities worthy of long-term investment. I invest in income producing equities and rental real estate properties for cash flow and ...

Key Takeaways BAC, USB and FITB express interest in stablecoins amid shifting U.S. regulatory sentiment. GENIUS and STABLE acts aim to set reserve rules, ban algorithmic coins and clarify oversight. Executives cite transaction speed, deposit retention, and payment efficiency as key benefits.At an industry conference in New York last week, senior executives of Bank of America (BAC) , Fifth Third Bancorp (FITB) and U.S. Bancorp (USB) stated that they are open to adopting stablecoins as they anticipate favor ...

The Medical Services sector is experiencing significant transformation fueled by advancements in technology, increased adoption of value-based care and focus on patient-centric solutions and precision medicine. Rising demand for remote treatment is accelerating digital healthcare growth, especially in telemedicine and AI-powered analytics. Providers are using these tools to improve diagnostics, streamline operations, and enhance outcomes, while value-based models promote preventive and personalized care.Acc ...

Key Takeaways TTEK is seeing strong orders across the U.S. and international sectors, boosting key segment revenues. Recent acquisitions expand TTEK's reach in the water, energy, automation and federal IT markets. TTEK expects FY25 revenues of $4.400-$4.765B, up from $4.322B in FY24.Tetra Tech, Inc. (TTEK) is well-positioned for growth courtesy of strength across its end markets, strategic acquisitions and focus on operational excellence. The company remains focused on investing in growth opportunities an ...

Key Takeaways CPA nearly doubled its quarterly dividend last year, while UPS has made only a marginal increase in 2025. UPS' high payout ratio and falling free cash flow raise doubts about its long-term dividend sustainability. CPA's 2025 EPS is expected to rise 14.3% YOY, with estimates trending upward, unlike declining trends for UPS.United Parcel Service (UPS) and Copa Holdings (CPA) are two prominent names in the Zacks Transportation sector. Both companies focus on paying dividends to their shareholde ...

AST SpaceMobile, Inc. ASTS stock is trending across social media, Amazon.com, Inc. AMZN will launch a second batch of Kuiper satellites and Voyager Technologies, Inc. VOYG shares pull back on Monday. Here’s a look at recent highlights, news catalysts and upcoming events in the space stock sector. VOYG: Voyager Technologies shares are pulling back on Monday following its New York Stock Exchange debut last Wednesday. The stock opened at $69.75 per share, significantly above its IPO price of $31. Voyager's ups ...

What a rollercoaster we’ve been on with Hims & Hers (NYSE: HIMS ); one that has surely paid off with the stock being one of the best performers in my coverage. I last madeI’m a retired Wall Street PM specializing in TMT; since kickstarting my career, I’ve spent over two decades in the market navigating the technology landscape, focusing on risk mitigation through the dot com bubble, credit default of ‘08, and, more recently, with the AI boom. In one word, what I’d like my service to revolve around is moment ...

BNP Paribas share buyback programme Declaration of transactions in own shares from June 9, 2025 to June 13, 2025 PRESS RELEASE Paris, 16 June 2025 In accordance with Article 5 of Regulation (EU) No 596/2014 on Market Abuse and Article 3 (3) of Delegated Regulation (EU) 2016/1052 supplementing Regulation (EU) No 596/2014 through regulatory technical standards concerning the conditions applicable to buyback programs and stabilization measures, BNP Paribas informs the market of the following transactions in ...