The BlackRock ESG Capital Allocation Term Trust ( ECAT ) is a closed-end fund designed to provide investors with diversified equity and fixed-income exposure in companies that meet the fund’s environmental, social, and governance [ESG] standard. The strategy is broadly diversified across 659 individual holdings andMonte Independent Investment Research: Michael Del Monte is a buy-side equity analyst with expertise in the technology, energy, industrials, and materials sectors. Prior to working in the investme ...

Key Takeaways KEX reported Q4 EPS of $1.68, beating consensus and rising 30.2% year over year despite a slight revenue miss.KEX's marine transportation revenue rose 3.2% as operating income grew to $100.3M and margins rose to 20.8%.KEX saw distribution and services revenue jump 10.3%, led by 47% growth in power generation.Kirby Corporation (KEX) reported fourth-quarter 2025 earnings of $1.68 per share, which surpassed the Zacks Consensus Estimate of $1.62 and improved 30.2% year over year. Total revenues of ...

Growth investors focus on stocks that are seeing above-average financial growth, as this feature helps these securities garner the market's attention and deliver solid returns. But finding a growth stock that can live up to its true potential can be a tough task.In addition to volatility, these stocks carry above-average risk by their very nature. Also, one could end up losing from a stock whose growth story is actually over or nearing its end.However, the Zacks Growth Style Score (part of the Zacks Style S ...

Investors seek growth stocks to capitalize on above-average growth in financials that help these securities grab the market's attention and produce exceptional returns. But finding a growth stock that can live up to its true potential can be a tough task.In addition to volatility, these stocks carry above-average risk by their very nature. Also, one could end up losing from a stock whose growth story is actually over or nearing its end.However, it's pretty easy to find cutting-edge growth stocks with the he ...

Investors seek growth stocks to capitalize on above-average growth in financials that help these securities grab the market's attention and produce exceptional returns. But finding a great growth stock is not easy at all.In addition to volatility, these stocks carry above-average risk by their very nature. Also, one could end up losing from a stock whose growth story is actually over or nearing its end.However, it's pretty easy to find cutting-edge growth stocks with the help of the Zacks Growth Style Score ...

Core Insights - Generative AI is viewed as a transformative technology by Amazon's CEO Andy Jassy, indicating its potential to significantly enhance customer experiences across the company [1] - Elon Musk predicts that humanoid robots could create a market worth $250 trillion by 2040, representing a substantial shift in the global economy driven by AI innovations [2][3] - Major firms like PwC and McKinsey acknowledge the multi-trillion-dollar potential of AI, suggesting a broad consensus on its economic impact [3] Company and Industry Analysis - A breakthrough in AI technology is believed to be redefining work, learning, and creativity, leading to increased interest from hedge funds and top investors [4] - There is speculation about an under-owned company that may play a crucial role in the AI revolution, with its technology posing a threat to competitors [4][6] - Prominent figures in technology and investment, including Bill Gates and Warren Buffett, recognize AI as a significant advancement with the potential for substantial social benefits [8]

PDD Holdings Inc. ( PDD ) fell significantly in recent months, which I believe offers an opportunity to get one of China’s strongest balance sheets at a significant discount, with strong recovery potential, while the market focuses onI've been researching companies in-depth for over a decade, from commodities like oil, natural gas, gold and copper to tech like Google or Nokia and many emerging market stocks, which I believe could help me provide useful content for readers. After writing my own blog for abou ...

Eli Lilly and Co. (NYSE:LLY) stock is trading lower on Thursday, possibly on profit-taking after the stock rallied roughly 10% on Wednesday.On Wednesday, Eli Lilly reported fourth-quarter adjusted earnings of $7.54 per share, beating the consensus of $6.67.The company’s sales reached $19.3 billion, beating the consensus of $17.96 billion.The obesity drug maker expects sales between $80 billion-$83 billion compared to the Wall Street estimate of $77.62 billion.Eli Lilly sees fiscal 2026 adjusted earnings of ...

Key Takeaways EVR shares climbed 5.2% after Q4 adjusted EPS of $5.13 topped the $3.83 consensus estimate.EVR posted record Q4 adjusted net revenue of $1.29B, primarily driven by Investment Banking & Equities growth.EVR reported full-year 2025 adjusted EPS of $14.56 and record revenues of $3.88B despite higher costs.Shares of Evercore Inc. (EVR) gained 5.2% in yesterday’s trading session after reporting better-than-expected results. It reported fourth-quarter 2025 adjusted earnings per share (EPS) of $5.13, ...

Key Takeaways ITUB reported Q4 recurring managerial results of R$12.3B, up 13.2% year over year on higher revenues.ITUB saw operating revenues rise 7.9% in Q4, while the managerial financial margin increased 7.3%.ITUB's non-interest expenses climbed 3.7%, though the efficiency ratio improved to 38.9%.Itau Unibanco Holding S.A. (ITUB) reported recurring managerial results of R$12.3 billion ($2.35 billion) for the fourth quarter of 2025, which increased 13.2% year over year.Results were driven by higher reven ...