Accessibility StatementSkip Navigation Met or surpassed fiscal year 2025 guidance ranges for revenue, net income, adjusted EBITDA, diluted EPS, and new student starts PHOENIX, Nov. 19, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- Universal Technical Institute, Inc. (NYSE: UTI), a leading workforce solutions provider of transportation, skilled trades and healthcare education programs, reported financial results for the fiscal 2025 fourth quarter and the full year ended September 30, 2025. Universal Technical Institute, Inc. operat ...

Core Insights - Trip.com Group Ltd is a leading online travel agency offering a variety of travel services globally, competing with major players like Expedia and Booking Holdings [1] Group 1: Analyst Ratings and Price Targets - Citigroup maintains a "Buy" rating for TCOM, raising the price target to $86 from $85, reflecting confidence in the company's growth potential [2][6] - Benchmark Equity Research reaffirms a "Buy" rating and increases the price target from $80 to $82, citing the company's structural advantages and growth phase [3][6] Group 2: Financial Performance - In Q3 2025, Trip.com reported a 16% year-over-year increase in net revenue, reaching 18.3 billion Chinese yuan (approximately $2.58 billion), exceeding expectations across various segments [4][6] - The company's adjusted EBITDA for the same period was 6.35 billion yuan, surpassing forecasts by over 6% [4][6] Group 3: Stock Performance - TCOM's current stock price is $72.44, reflecting a 2.19% increase, with a market capitalization of approximately $47.65 billion [5][6] - Over the past year, TCOM has traded between a high of $78.65 and a low of $51.35 [5]

Ariel Investments, an investment management company, released its “Ariel Global Fund” third-quarter 2025 investor letter. A copy of the letter can be downloaded here. Global equities rallied in the third quarter, driven by AI enthusiasm, resilient corporate earnings, the first U.S. rate cut of the year, and targeted policy easing across key regions. Against this backdrop, the Ariel Global fund traded +4.99% higher in the quarter, compared to the +7.62% return of the MSCI ACWI Index and +6.13% return of the ...

Core Insights - Universal Technical Institute, Inc. is accelerating its North Star strategy to tackle the shortage of skilled workers in the U.S. [1] - The company announced the first three planned new campus locations for fiscal 2027 [1] Company Overview - Universal Technical Institute (UTI) provides education programs in transportation, skilled trades, electrical, and energy sectors [1] - Concorde Career Colleges focuses on education in dental, nursing, diagnostic, and allied health professions [1]

Core Insights - FedEx Corporation is a leader in global express delivery services with a market cap of $63.1 billion, operating through FedEx Express and FedEx Freight segments [1] Performance Overview - FedEx has underperformed the broader market, with stock prices declining 4.9% year-to-date and 8.5% over the past 52 weeks, while the S&P 500 Index gained 14.5% in 2025 and 13.2% over the past year [2] - The company also lagged behind the Industrial Select Sector SPDR Fund, which saw a 15.4% increase year-to-date and an 8.7% rise over the past 52 weeks [3] Financial Results - Following the release of better-than-expected Q1 results, FedEx's stock gained 2.3%. The company's overall topline grew 3.1% year-over-year to $22.2 billion, exceeding expectations by 2.2% [4] - FedEx's adjusted EPS for the quarter increased 6.4% year-over-year to $3.83, beating consensus estimates by 4.9%. The company aims to achieve permanent cost reductions of $1 billion [5] Future Expectations - For the full fiscal 2026, analysts expect FedEx to deliver an adjusted EPS of $17.97, reflecting a 1.2% year-over-year decline. The company has a mixed earnings surprise history, surpassing estimates three times in the past four quarters [6] - The consensus rating among 30 analysts is a "Moderate Buy," with 15 "Strong Buys," two "Moderate Buys," 11 "Holds," and two "Strong Sells" [6] Analyst Sentiment - The current analyst sentiment is less optimistic compared to three months ago, when 18 analysts recommended "Strong Buy." Recently, Wells Fargo analyst maintained an "Equal-Weight" rating and raised the price target from $250 to $280 [7]

Core Insights - United Parcel Service, Inc. (UPS) is recognized as one of the 15 Extreme Dividend Stocks to Buy According to Hedge Funds [1] - Truist raised its price target for UPS to $120 from $100, maintaining a Buy rating after the company's strong Q3 performance and reinstated guidance [2] - UPS is expected to sustain double-digit EBIT margins through 2026 and beyond due to cost reductions and improved operational efficiency [2] Financial Performance - For Q3 2025, UPS reported adjusted earnings per share of $1.74 on revenue of $21.4 billion [4] - The company is addressing challenges from slower economic growth and shifting consumer behavior, which have impacted volume growth and margins [3] Strategic Focus - UPS is targeting growth in high-potential segments such as healthcare and small to mid-sized businesses to counteract current headwinds [4] - The company is well-positioned to benefit from peak season demand, indicating a positive outlook for future performance [2]

Core Insights - Diamond Hill Capital's "Large Cap Fund" reported a decline in portfolio performance, underperforming the Russell 1000 Value Index in Q3 2025 despite a market rally [1][3] - The Russell 3000 Index gained 8% in Q3 2025, leading to over 14% returns for the calendar year [1] Company Highlights - FedEx Corporation (NYSE:FDX) was highlighted as a new position in the Diamond Hill Large Cap Fund's Q3 2025 investor letter [3] - FedEx's one-month return was 8.06%, but it experienced a 9.57% decline in share value over the past 52 weeks, closing at $256.10 on November 5, 2025, with a market capitalization of $60.428 billion [2][4] - The company reported a 3% year-over-year revenue increase in Q1 2026, attributed to strong performance in U.S. domestic package services [4] Investment Sentiment - FedEx is not among the top 30 most popular stocks among hedge funds, with 67 hedge fund portfolios holding its shares at the end of Q2 2025, an increase from 62 in the previous quarter [4] - While FedEx is recognized for its potential, certain AI stocks are considered to offer greater upside potential with less downside risk [4]

Core Points - Universal Technical Institute, Inc. will hold a conference call on November 19, 2025, at 4:30 p.m. Eastern time to discuss its financial and operational results for the fiscal fourth quarter and full year ended September 30, 2025 [1][2] - The conference call will be hosted by CEO Jerome Grant and CFO Bruce Schuman, followed by a question-and-answer session [2] - A telephonic replay of the conference call will be available after 8:00 p.m. Eastern time on the same day through December 3, 2025 [3] Company Overview - Universal Technical Institute, Inc. is a leading workforce solutions provider founded in 1965, serving students, partners, and communities nationwide [3] - The company operates two divisions: UTI and Concorde Career Colleges, offering high-quality education and support services for in-demand careers [3] - UTI operates 15 campuses in nine states, providing training programs in transportation, skilled trades, electrical, and energy sectors, while Concorde operates across 17 campuses in eight states and online, focusing on allied health, dental, nursing, patient care, and diagnostic fields [3]

Core Viewpoint - GRAB stock has seen a 24% increase year-to-date, driven by optimism regarding profitability, fintech expansion, and recovery in Southeast Asia's ride-hailing and delivery sectors [1][6] Financial Performance - GRAB's revenues increased by 17% from $2.5 billion to $2.9 billion over the past year, with quarterly revenues rising by 18.4% to $773 million [13] - The company reported an operating income of $13 million, resulting in an operating margin of 0.4% [13] - GRAB achieved a net income of nearly $23 million, indicating a net margin of around 0.8% [13] - The company has a cash flow margin of 32.1%, producing approximately $936 million in operating cash flow [13] - As of the latest quarter, GRAB's debt stood at $385 million, with a market cap of $24 billion, leading to a debt-to-equity ratio of 1.6% [13] - Cash and cash equivalents amount to $5.9 billion out of total assets of $9.6 billion, resulting in a cash-to-assets ratio of 61.0% [13] Market Position and Competition - Competition in the mobility and delivery segments remains intense, with rivals like Gojek and Foodpanda employing aggressive pricing strategies [4] - The fintech segment faces regulatory and credit-quality challenges, which may hinder margin expansion [4] Valuation and Growth - GRAB's valuation is considered very high compared to the broader market [7] - The company has experienced an average top-line growth rate of 71.1% over the last three years [7] Stock Performance History - GRAB stock has decreased by 86.5% from a high of $17.06 in November 2021 to $2.31 in October 2022, while the S&P 500 saw a peak-to-trough drop of 25.4% during the same period [14] - The stock has not yet returned to its pre-crisis high, with a recent peak of $6.45 in September 2025 and current trading at $5.94 [14]

Core Insights - Dividend-paying stocks provide steady income during market volatility, appealing to income investors who prioritize consistent yields over speculative gains [1] - High-yield companies rated as "Strong Buy" by analysts indicate both safety and potential for growth [2] Company Overview - Energy Transfer LP is a midstream company established in 1996, headquartered in Dallas, Texas, focusing on the transportation, storage, and processing of raw energy materials like oil and gas [5] - The company is expanding its operations with the Desert Southwest Expansion Project, which aims to increase Permian gas capacity by 1.5 billion cubic feet per day (Bcf/d) by 2029, connecting key supply points in Texas and New Mexico [5] Financial Performance - Energy Transfer reported a 7% year-over-year decline in sales to $19.2 billion and a 10% decrease in net income to $1.2 billion, attributed to lower raw material prices [6] - Despite the recent financial downturn, the company is expected to recover due to its diversified asset base and long-term contracts [6] Dividend Information - The company offers a forward annual dividend of $1.32, resulting in an approximate yield of 8% [7] - A consensus among 16 analysts rates Energy Transfer's stock as a "Strong Buy," reflecting consistent positive sentiment over the past three months [7]