We recently published 10 Stock Titans With Massive Losses. Hycroft Mining Holding Corp. (NASDAQ:HYMC) was one of the worst performers on Thursday. Hycroft dropped for a second day on Thursday, shedding 11.53 percent to close at $45.73 apiece as investors took path from the decline in prices of precious metals during the session. After hitting a series of record runs, spot prices of silver and gold both dropped by more than 1 percent during the session, a day after the Federal Reserve’s decision to keep i ...

Core Insights - Brown & Brown, Inc. (NYSE:BRO) has been recognized as one of the 13 Best February Dividend Stocks to Buy [1] - BofA analyst Joshua Shanker has lowered the long-term earnings outlook for Brown & Brown following Q4 results, reducing the price target from $94 to $90 while maintaining a Neutral rating [2] - The company's fourth-quarter operating earnings were reported at $0.93 per share, slightly above the Street's consensus of $0.90 but below BofA's estimate of $0.96 [2] - BofA has adjusted its earnings forecasts for 2026, 2027, and 2028 down by 4.8%, 5.1%, and 5.3% respectively, citing slower expected organic growth [2] Financial Performance - Brown & Brown reported a higher adjusted profit for Q4, driven by stronger commission and fee income, although shares fell nearly 6% due to concerns over weakening organic growth [3] - Organic revenue for the quarter was $1.08 billion, a decrease from $1.11 billion in the same period last year [3] - Commissions and fees saw a significant increase of 36%, reaching $1.58 billion for the quarter, contributing to total revenue of $1.61 billion compared to $1.18 billion a year earlier [4] - Investment and other income rose to $27 million from $23 million a year earlier, while adjusted earnings increased to $0.93 per share from $0.86 a year prior [4] Company Overview - Brown & Brown, Inc. operates as an insurance broker, connecting customers with insurers across a wide range of policies, focusing on risk management and selling insurance products primarily in property, casualty, and employee benefits [5]

Western Midstream Partners, LP (NYSE:WES) is included among the 13 Best February Dividend Stocks to Buy. Wells Fargo Updates 2026 Assumptions for Western Midstream (WES) On January 22, Wells Fargo analyst Ned Baramov lowered the firm’s price target on Western Midstream Partners, LP (NYSE:WES) to $39 from $40 while maintaining an Equal Weight rating on the stock. The adjustment reflects updated assumptions for 2026 and beyond, including lower expected operating cash flow, reduced capital spending in 2026, ...

McDonald’s Corporation (NYSE:MCD) is included among the 12 Best Dow Jones Dividend Stocks to Buy According to Hedge Funds. Bank of America Trims McDonald’s (MCD) Target as Oppenheimer Turns Bullish On January 26, Bank of America trimmed its price target on McDonald’s Corporation (NYSE:MCD) to $344 from $348 and kept a Neutral rating on the stock. The adjustment came as the firm fine-tuned estimates across 22 restaurant names in its coverage, with some price targets reset to reflect updated forecasts and ...

Moderna, Inc. (NASDAQ:MRNA) is one of the stocks Jim Cramer was recently asked about. Noting that the company is working on a cancer vaccination, a caller asked if they should invest in the stock. Cramer replied: Well, I gotta tell you, this is something that they did promise a long time ago, and I hope that it’s for real… I do say that we have to wait and see. Why? Because the stock’s up so much, 54% for the year. I just want to know how certain things really are. Photo by Ian Hutchinson on Unsplash ...

Chipotle Mexican Grill, Inc. (NYSE:CMG) is one of the stocks Jim Cramer was recently asked about. Noting that the stock has been down over the past year, a caller asked if it is a buy, and Cramer replied: You know, a lot of people are warming up to Chipotle down here. It has had such a decline. It only sells for 34 times earnings. I say only because I’ve seen it at a much higher price-to-earnings multiple. I think it’s actually at a decent level to put some stock on. They have a report on Feb 3rd. Remembe ...

Ascendis Pharma A/S (NASDAQ:ASND) is one of the 11 Best Stocks to Buy for Investment. On January 27, BofA reiterated a Buy rating on Ascendis Pharma A/S (NASDAQ:ASND). Tazeen Ahmad at BofA retained the rating on ASND and maintained the price target at $246. BofA Reiterates Buy Rating on Ascendis Pharma, While Wells Fargo Analyst Upgrades PT on ASND adriaticfoto/Shutterstock.com In other news, on January 20, TheFly reported that Wells Fargo analyst Derek Archila upgraded the price target on Ascendis Pha ...

Mirum Pharmaceuticals, Inc. (NASDAQ:MIRM) is one of the 11 Best Stocks to Buy for Investment. On January 26, TheFly reported that H.C. Wainwright raised its price target on Mirum Pharmaceuticals, Inc. (NASDAQ:MIRM) from $102 to $130 while maintaining its Buy rating. Swayampakula Ramakanth from H.C. Wainwright has increased the price target on MIRM twice in a span of two weeks. H.C. Wainwright Raises PT on Mirum Pharmaceuticals For the Second Time In a Span of Two Weeks, Here is Why? Ramakanth’s price ta ...

Duke Energy Corporation (NYSE:DUK) is included among the 10 High Yield Utility Stocks to Buy in 2026. Duke Energy (DUK) Declares Quarterly Dividend of $1.065 per Share High-voltage power lines. Electricity distribution station. high voltage electric transmission tower. Distribution electric substation with power lines and transformers. Duke Energy Corporation (NYSE:DUK) engages in the distribution of natural gas and energy-related services. The company owns and operates a diverse mix of regulated power ...

OGE Energy Corp. (NYSE:OGE) is included among the 10 High Yield Utility Stocks to Buy in 2026. Analyst Downgrades OGE Energy (OGE) to 'Underweight' OGE Energy Corp. (NYSE:OGE), through its subsidiary, operates as an energy services provider in the United States. OGE Energy Corp. (NYSE:OGE) had a setback on January 20 when Wells Fargo downgraded the stock from ‘Equal Weight’ to ‘Underweight’. The firm also decreased its price target on OGE from $45 to $39. The analyst noted that the utility’s shares trad ...