Franklin Resources, Inc. (BEN) reported its preliminary assets under management (AUM) of $1.53 trillion as of April 30, 2025, which decreased marginally from the prior month.The decline in the AUM balance was due to the impact of preliminary long-term net outflows of $10 billion, inclusive of $10 billion of long-term net outflows at Western Asset Management, partially offset by the positive impact of foreign exchange.Breakdown of BEN’s AUM Based on Asset ClassFranklin recorded equity assets of $597.3 billio ...

HSBC Holdings (HSBC) reported first-quarter 2025 results last week. Results benefited from higher adjusted revenues and relatively stable operating expenses. On the other hand, heightened uncertainty and weakness in the economic outlook owing to geopolitical tensions and higher trade tariffs led to a rise in expected credit losses and other credit impairment charges (ECL).So now the question is, should investors think of buying HSBC stock at the moment? Let’s address this question by evaluating the company’ ...

Here are three stocks with buy rank and strong momentum characteristics for investors to consider today, May 6th:MAIA Biotechnology, Inc. (MAIA) : This immuno-oncology company has a Zacks Rank #1 and witnessed the Zacks Consensus Estimate for its current year earnings increasing 44.4% over the last 60 days.MAIA’s shares gained 0.5% over the last three months compared with the S&P 500’s decline of 5.6%. The company possesses a Momentum Score  of A.Byrna Technologies Inc. (BYRN) : This non-lethal defense tech ...

For the quarter ended March 2025, Expeditors International (EXPD) reported revenue of $2.67 billion, up 20.8% over the same period last year. EPS came in at $1.47, compared to $1.17 in the year-ago quarter.The reported revenue represents a surprise of +9.95% over the Zacks Consensus Estimate of $2.43 billion. With the consensus EPS estimate being $1.30, the EPS surprise was +13.08%.While investors closely watch year-over-year changes in headline numbers -- revenue and earnings -- and how they compare to Wal ...

For the quarter ended March 2025, Waters (WAT) reported revenue of $661.71 million, up 3.9% over the same period last year. EPS came in at $2.25, compared to $2.21 in the year-ago quarter.The reported revenue compares to the Zacks Consensus Estimate of $654.63 million, representing a surprise of +1.08%. The company delivered an EPS surprise of +1.35%, with the consensus EPS estimate being $2.22.While investors scrutinize revenue and earnings changes year-over-year and how they compare with Wall Street expec ...

For the quarter ended March 2025, L.B. Foster (FSTR) reported revenue of $97.79 million, down 21.3% over the same period last year. EPS came in at -$0.20, compared to $0.08 in the year-ago quarter.The reported revenue represents a surprise of -14.53% over the Zacks Consensus Estimate of $114.41 million. With the consensus EPS estimate being $0.01, the EPS surprise was -2100.00%.While investors scrutinize revenue and earnings changes year-over-year and how they compare with Wall Street expectations to determ ...

Microsoft TodayMSFTMicrosoft$436.06 -0.11 (-0.02%) 52-Week Range$344.79▼$468.35Dividend Yield0.76%P/E Ratio35.09Price Target$507.77Add to WatchlistMicrosoft Corporation NASDAQ: MSFT announced that prices for its popular Xbox gaming console will increase due to rising development costs associated with tariffs. The news, while logical, shows that technology stocks aren't completely insulated from the current tariff problems besetting the broader economy. Like most console manufacturers, Microsoft primarily m ...

Following the last coverage on Meta Platforms (NASDAQ: META ), the stock is down 14% after hitting our $625 target and peaking at $740, just shy of our $773 estimate. Despite this pullback amid broader tech weakness, Q1 2025Hi, I'm Yiannis. Spotting winners before they break out is what I do best.Experience: Previously worked at Deloitte and KPMG in external/internal auditing and consulting. Education: Chartered Certified Accountant, Fellow Member of ACCA Global, with BSc and MSc degrees from U.K. business ...

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