Small-cap exchange-traded funds (ETFs) have had it rough in recent years. That's partly because the majority of the market's gains have come courtesy of high-flying mega-cap stocks that, by definition, are not included in the small-cap benchmark Russell 2000 Index.Small caps were also under pressure from high interest rates. Smaller companies rely more on debt than large-cap stocks do, which makes them especially sensitive to rates. They also tend to be heavily reliant on domestic consumer spending, which t ...

Anglo American’s NGLOY planned merger with Teck Resources TECK would create a combined company with a pro forma market capitalisation of about $56 billion and targeted annual pre-tax synergies of $2.2 billion, according to J.P. Morgan.The analysts led by Dominic O’Kane estimated the pre-tax synergies carry a net present value of $7 to 8 billion, equivalent to 12 to 14% of the group’s size.They said Anglo American’s earnings per share are projected to fall 13% in 2027 and narrow to 5% in 2030 if coal and dia ...

Key Takeaways Medical Properties' shares rose 16.2% in three months, topping industry growth of 0.9%.99% of MPW leases include annual rent escalations tied to the Consumer Price Index.MPW's liquidity by Aug. 5, 2025 totaled $1.2B, with no near-term debt maturities.Shares of Medical Properties Trust (MPW) — also known as MPT — have gained 16.2% in the past three months, outperforming the industry’s growth of 0.9%.This healthcare real estate investment trust (REIT), carrying a Zacks Rank #3 (Hold), is engaged ...

Key Takeaways The Fed's 25 bps rate cut and hints of more support risk assets like equities and crypto.Coinbase could see higher trading volumes, lifting transaction revenues above 50% of its top line.COIN shares are up 38.5% YTD, but its P/E of 52.56 is well above the industry average of 25.71.The Federal Reserve's decision to cut interest rate should act as a tailwind for Coinbase Global (COIN) . This crypto leader, banking on a broader range of crypto assets and tokenized equities as well as increased vo ...

Key Takeaways DVN shows higher ROE, cheaper valuation, and a hedging strategy versus Occidental.OXY invests more heavily, focuses on debt reduction and avoids production hedges.DVN holds a U.S.-centric portfolio while OXY faces broader global exposure risks.The companies operating in the Zacks Oil-Energy sector continue to be a key driver of the global economy, delivering vital energy for transportation, manufacturing, electricity generation and various other sectors. Its operations encompass exploration, p ...

PHILADELPHIA , Sept. 19, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- National plaintiffs' law firm Berger Montague PC  announces a class action lawsuit against Fluor Corporation (NYSE: FLR) ("FLR" or the "Company") on behalf of investors who purchased or acquired shares during the period from February 18, 2025 through July 31, 2025 (the "Class Period"). ...

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XPeng Inc XPEV is taking the flying car dream seriously. Its Advanced Air Mobility subsidiary, AeroHT, is pushing the envelope on modular eVTOLs, blending intelligent vehicles with electric vertical takeoff-and-landing aircraft. The flagship X3-F drone, detachable from a six-wheeled minivan dubbed the "Land Aircraft Carrier," has already racked up more than 3,000 pre-orders, with mass production slated for 2026.Track XPEV stock here.JPMorgan analysts see XPeng's ambitious rollout as a potential catalyst for ...

David focuses on growth & momentum stocks that are reasonably priced and likely to outperform the market over the long-term. He is a long term investor of quality stocks and uses options for strategy. David told investors to buy in March 2009 at the bottom of the financial crisis. The S&P 500 increased 367% and the Nasdaq increased 685% from 2009 through 2019. He wants to help make people money by investing in high-quality growth stocks.Analyst’s Disclosure:I/we have no stock, option or similar derivative p ...

Micron reports earnings on Tuesday — and investors will be looking to see how bullish the company's commentary is, and whether high-bandwidth-memory prices are locked in through next year. ...