Core Insights - The dominance of a few ETFs in the market is notable, with just 10 ETFs holding nearly $4 trillion in assets, representing about one-third of the total $12.6 trillion in major ETFs [1][10] - The ETF industry has seen significant growth, accumulating $800 billion in new assets this year, indicating a trend towards $1 trillion in net inflows for the second consecutive year [3] - Despite the concentration of assets in a few large ETFs, there is no perceived risk as these funds are based on broader market indexes and provide diverse exposure [4][5] ETF Market Dynamics - The largest ETFs, such as Vanguard S&P 500 and SPDR S&P 500, have substantial assets, with Vanguard S&P 500 at $794.1 billion and SPDR S&P 500 at $672.2 billion [5][10] - Smaller ETFs are also experiencing growth, with potential for small-cap ETFs to gain popularity as interest rates are cut by the Federal Reserve [7] - The iShares Bitcoin Trust has emerged as a significant player in the ETF space, with nearly $89 billion in assets, reflecting growing investor interest in crypto [8] Future Trends - The ETF market is expected to continue expanding, with the possibility of new entrants into the top 10 ETFs, including small-cap funds and value-focused funds [6][7] - The overall appeal of ETFs remains strong due to their low cost and high liquidity, making them attractive for investors seeking diversified portfolios [2][9]

During times of turbulence and uncertainty in the markets, many investors turn to dividend-yielding stocks. These are often companies that have high free cash flows and reward shareholders with a high dividend payout.Benzinga readers can review the latest analyst takes on their favorite stocks by visiting Analyst Stock Ratings page. Traders can sort through Benzinga's extensive database of analyst ratings, including by analyst accuracy.Below are the ratings of the most accurate analysts for three high-yield ...

Core Viewpoint - KB Home is expected to report earnings that may exceed Wall Street estimates despite a predicted year-over-year decline in earnings and revenues for the quarter ending August 2025 [2][6] Financial Performance Expectations - Analysts predict an earnings per share (EPS) of $1.50 and revenue of approximately $1.59 billion for the quarter ending August 2025 [1][6] - The Zacks Consensus Estimate aligns with Wall Street's EPS prediction, indicating a potential for stock price increase if expectations are surpassed [2] Market Valuation Metrics - KB Home has a price-to-earnings (P/E) ratio of 8.14, suggesting moderate market valuation of its earnings [4] - The price-to-sales ratio is 0.66, indicating a low market valuation compared to sales [4] - The enterprise value to sales ratio is 0.90, showing that the enterprise value is slightly less than total sales [4] Financial Health Indicators - The company has a debt-to-equity ratio of 0.47, reflecting moderate debt levels [5] - A strong current ratio of 18.35 indicates excellent short-term liquidity [5] - An earnings yield of 12.29% suggests a solid return on investment for shareholders [5] Earnings Call Insights - The sustainability of any immediate price changes will depend on management's discussion during the earnings call, scheduled for 2:00 p.m. Pacific Time [3]

Warren Buffett, the Oracle of Omaha, will step down as CEO of Berkshire Hathaway on January 1, 2026. That said, he’s not retiring - he’s staying on as chairman, which is just a classic Warren Buffett move. With 70 years of trading experience, the man has changed the landscape of value investing - and investing as a whole. So, it’s no surprise that many follow Buffett’s investment picks. Perhaps it's a new investor seeking ideas, or a retiree looking to diversify their retirement portfolio. The point is, t ...

RESTON, Va., Sept. 18, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Lightbridge Corporation (“Lightbridge” or the “Company”) (Nasdaq: LTBR), an advanced nuclear fuel technology company, today announced that President and Chief Executive Officer Seth Grae will participate in a distinguished panel discussion at the Nuclear Energy Policy Summit 2025, hosted by the Atlantic Council's Global Energy Center. The panel, titled "Building Reactors, Fuel, and the Workforce," is scheduled for Tuesday, September 23, 2025, from 1:45 – 2:30 ...

Regional Resellers Renew Agreements with Leading Drone and Sensor Manufacturer WICHITA, Kan., Sept. 18, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- AgEagle Aerial Systems Inc. (dba, EagleNXT) (the “Company” or “EagleNXT”) (NYSE: UAVS), a leading provider of advanced drone and aerial imaging solutions, is pleased to announce they have renewed distributor agreements with key partners in Latin America: Geo Agri and Santiago & Cintra in Brazil, GESTECNER in Paraguay, and INNTAGRI and SYSMAP in Peru and Ecuador, strengthening Eagl ...

Company outperforms internal projections while advancing investments, acquisitions, and strengthening its balance sheetVANCOUVER, British Columbia, Sept. 18, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Hydreight Technologies Inc. (CSE: NURS, OTC: HYDTF, FSE: SO6) (“Hydreight” or the “Company”), a mobile clinical network powered by a proprietary telehealth platform, pharmacy network, and medical director network across 50 states, today provided a corporate update highlighting stronger-than-expected order growth and recent stra ...

Since launching six years ago, Tom’s Watch Bar has grown to 18 locations by catering to fans on their way into or out of stadiums—with dozens more on the way. Welcome to the best seat not in the house.With its technologically supercharged ordering system and some speedy servers, Tom’s Watch Bar can get food to your table less than eight minutes after the ticket is rung up—and can bring you a beer in under two.The sports bar chain’s expansion only seems that fast.Since launching with four locations in 2019, ...

This monthly article series provides a top-down analysis of the utilities sector based on fundamental metrics. It may also help analyze sector ETFs such as the Utilities Select Sector SPDR ETF ( XLU ) andFred runs the investing group Quantitative Risk & Value where he shares a portfolio invested in quality dividend stocks, and companies at the forefront of tech innovation. Fred also supplies market risk indicators, a real estate strategy, a bond strategy, and an income strategy in closed-end funds. Learn mo ...

VANCOUVER, British Columbia, Sept. 18, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- COLLECTIVE METALS INC. (CSE: COMT | OTC: CLLMF | FSE: TO1) (the “Company” or “Collective”) is pleased to announce that it has signed a non-binding Letter of Intent (the “LOI”), dated September 17, 2025, with Standard Uranium (Saskatchewan) Ltd. and Standard Uranium Ltd. (collectively, the “Optionors”). Pursuant to the LOI and subject to the entry into of a definitive agreement by the Company and the Optionors in connection thereof, the Company ...