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Updated 55m agoWhat's happening: Dividend Kings ADP, Genuine Parts, and Altria Offer Value Amid Market Volatility
Market swings have pulled three Dividend Kings—ADP, Genuine Parts (GPC) and Altria (MO)—to more attractive valuations. ADP’s share dip lifted its forward yield above 3% while it still projects double‑digit dividend growth and 6% revenue guidance. Genuine Parts fell after announcing a split of its automotive and industrial units, and Altria remains a steady high‑yield play.
News•Feb 28, 2026
FIIs Pour Rs 22,615 Crore Into Indian Equities in February. Can Iran-Israel Conflict Flip the Trend?
Foreign Institutional Investors (FIIs) turned net buyers in February, pouring Rs 22,615 crore into Indian equities, with Rs 19,782 crore going to secondary markets and Rs 2,832 crore to primary issues. However, a sharp sell‑off on February 28 saw FIIs dump Rs 7,536 crore, dragging the Nifty and Sensex down more than 1%. The escalation of the Iran‑Israel conflict has sparked a risk‑off mood, prompting investors to pause fresh commitments. Sectorally, FIIs sold heavily in IT while buying financial services and capital goods.
By The Economic Times – Markets
News•Feb 28, 2026
Forget Tech Stocks: The Utility Play That Could Outperform Nvidia
Nvidia’s AI‑chip rally has lifted its shares over 700% in three years, dwarfing the S&P 500’s 70% gain. Meanwhile, Brookfield Renewable (BEPC) is positioning itself as the power engine behind that demand, securing record‑size corporate PPAs with Microsoft and Google....
By Motley Fool Investing
News•Feb 28, 2026
DIVI: The New Strategy Still Has To Prove Itself
The Franklin International Core Dividend Tilt Index ETF (DIVI) offers a 3.40% yield and a low 0.09% expense ratio, targeting developed markets outside North America. In August 2022 the fund underwent a strategy overhaul, resetting its performance history and leaving...
By Seeking Alpha – ETFs & Funds
News•Feb 28, 2026
Vanguard’s India Portfolio Shines: 12 Stocks Rally up to 120% in FY26, 8 Fresh Q3 Picks
Vanguard Fund’s India portfolio surged, now valued at ₹69,100 crore, a 60% jump from the March quarter. The fund holds stakes in 48 BSE‑listed companies, placing it among the top three active foreign institutional investors in the country. Twelve of its...
By The Economic Times – Markets
News•Feb 28, 2026
Should You Invest in Energy Provider SSE?
SSE is launching a £33 billion programme to upgrade its transmission network and expand renewable generation, positioning the utility for the low‑carbon transition. Revenue has surged roughly 50 % since 2021 and normalised EPS has more than doubled, with management forecasting 7‑9 %...
By MoneyWeek – All
News•Feb 28, 2026
METL: Active Diversified Metals Miners, Up 50% Since Inception In The Past Year
Since its September 2025 debut, the Sprott Active Metals & Miners ETF (METL) has delivered a cumulative return exceeding 50%, outpacing the broader Natural Resources sector. The fund’s portfolio is notably overweight in copper and uranium, differentiating it from gold‑centric...
By Seeking Alpha – ETFs & Funds
News•Feb 28, 2026
SCHY: International Dividend Equity ETF, Cheap Valuation, Above-Average Yield, Solid Growth, Significant Momentum
Schwab International Dividend Equity ETF (SCHY) delivers a 3.2% dividend yield, low 0.08% expense ratio, and about $2.25 B in assets under management. The fund’s valuation appears cheap relative to peers, and recent price action shows strong momentum over the past...
By Seeking Alpha – ETFs & Funds
News•Feb 27, 2026
Meet the Monster Stock That Continues to Crush the Market
Comfort Systems USA (FIX) has outperformed Nvidia, soaring 876% over the past three years versus Nvidia's 696% gain and the S&P 500's 74% rise. The company’s revenue has doubled in the last year, driven by a record backlog that has...
By Motley Fool Investing
News•Feb 27, 2026
AS Silvano Fashion Group Consolidated Interim Financial Report for Q4 and 12m of 2025 (Unaudited)
Silvano Fashion Group reported a 4.5% decline in revenue to €55.5 million for the 12 months ended December 2025, accompanied by sharp profit squeezes: gross profit fell 14.6%, operating profit dropped 39.5% and net profit decreased 26.6% year‑over‑year. Margins eroded, with...
By The Manila Times Business
News•Feb 27, 2026
IHE: U.S. Pharmaceuticals ETF With Excellent GARP Features
The iShares U.S. Pharmaceuticals ETF (IHE) is anchored by Johnson & Johnson and Eli Lilly, whose earnings per share have nearly doubled in the past year. IHE’s aggregate one‑year EPS growth estimate is an impressive 19.07% while trading at a modest...
By Seeking Alpha – ETFs & Funds
Blog•Feb 27, 2026
Citi, Stifel Bullish on Olema (OLMA) Despite COO Departure
Citi reaffirmed its Buy rating on Olema Pharmaceuticals, setting a $60 price target, while Stifel initiated coverage with a Buy rating and a $48 target, modeling peak 2035 sales of $3.1 billion for the lead asset palazestrant. The bullish outlook follows...
By Insider Monkey Blog
News•Feb 27, 2026
SPMD: It's Time To Ride The Long-Lasting Momentum In Mid Caps
The State Street SPDR Portfolio S&P 400 Mid Cap ETF (SPMD) has been upgraded to a buy, with analysts forecasting a 20% price return in 2026. The rally is attributed to anticipated rate cuts, a stable macro environment, and earnings growth...
By Seeking Alpha – ETFs & Funds
News•Feb 27, 2026
MAGS Or MAGY: Which Magnificent Seven ETF Is Worth It?
Roundhill’s Magnificent Seven ETF (MAGS) is downgraded from buy to hold, with the analyst citing an elevated 28× earnings multiple that remains above the 22× threshold needed for a purchase. Heavy AI‑driven capital expenditures are turning the traditionally asset‑light Magnificent...
By Seeking Alpha – ETFs & Funds
Blog•Feb 27, 2026
Why Expected Returns Matter More than Index Concentration
The S&P 500’s top‑seven stocks now represent more than 30% of market value, sparking industry warnings about concentration risk. Academic research shows this level mirrors historic peaks from the 1930s and is a natural outcome of firm‑specific volatility, not a market...
By The Evidence‑Based Investor (TEBI)
News•Feb 27, 2026
5 Shoes & Retail Apparel Stocks Capitalizing on Premiumization Trends
The Shoes & Retail Apparel sector is riding a premiumization wave, with consumers favoring high‑quality, performance‑driven footwear and apparel that command higher price points. Digital acceleration and direct‑to‑consumer (DTC) strategies are boosting margins, inventory efficiency, and customer engagement across brands....
By Nasdaq — Investing
Blog•Feb 27, 2026
Digital Advertising Industry Snapshot 4Q'25
The fourth quarter of 2025 reveals a shifting balance in digital advertising, with Meta’s market share rising to 34 percent and Alphabet’s falling to 48.1 percent after a four‑year decline. Meta’s incremental share has consistently exceeded 40 percent over the past three years,...
By MBI Deep Dives
News•Feb 27, 2026
Here Are Friday's Biggest Analyst Calls: Nvidia, Netflix, Dell, Honeywell, Block, Palantir, Live Nation & More
Wall Street analysts issued a flurry of upgrades and downgrades on Friday, with AI‑heavy names like Nvidia, Palantir and Dell receiving buy ratings and higher price targets. Netflix’s target was lifted to $110 after the Warner deal added $2.8 billion in...
By CNBC – ETFs
News•Feb 27, 2026
TD Cowen Turns Bullish on Southwest Air as Passenger Demand Strengthens
TD Cowen upgraded Southwest Airlines to a Buy rating, raising its 12‑month price target 32% to $66. The firm cites strengthening passenger demand against disciplined capacity as a catalyst, expecting earnings to outpace consensus by 20% in 2026 and 30% in...
By CNBC – ETFs
News•Feb 27, 2026
Which European Stocks Pay Dividends in March 2026?
Morningstar’s March 2026 European dividend screen identifies nine large‑cap companies slated to distribute cash to shareholders. Novo Nordisk tops the list with the highest yield, while DSV posts the lowest payout ratio, prioritizing debt repayment. Only one of the nine stocks...
By Morningstar UK – News
News•Feb 27, 2026
Buy 3 Large-Cap Growth Funds on Solid Rebound in Consumer Confidence
Consumer confidence rose 2.2 points to 91.2 in February, outpacing forecasts, while the unemployment rate slipped to 4.3% in January and inflation expectations fell to a 13‑month low of 3.5%. The rebound in sentiment and a modest jobs gain suggest...
By Nasdaq — Investing
Blog•Feb 27, 2026
The Berkshire Beat: February 27, 2026
Greg Abel, Berkshire Hathaway’s new CEO, will publish his inaugural letter to shareholders alongside the 2026 annual report tomorrow, marking a symbolic handoff from Warren Buffett. Analyst Christopher Bloomstran estimates Berkshire’s intrinsic value grew 9.3% in 2025, reaching $1.23 trillion, or...
By Kingswell
News•Feb 27, 2026
UBS Turns Bullish on Palantir, Says Buy the Dip on This Clear AI Winner
UBS upgraded Palantir Technologies to a Buy rating, keeping its $180 price target unchanged. Analyst Karl Keirstead sees the stock trading 35% below its recent peak, implying a potential 32% upside from the current $135.94 level. He projects 70% revenue...
By CNBC – ETFs
News•Feb 27, 2026
Netflix Dropping Its Bid for Warner Bros. Will Spur Big Gains for the Streaming Giant, Analysts Say
Netflix walked away from its proposed acquisition of Warner Bros. Discovery, letting the bid lapse as Paramount Skydance raised its offer to $31 per share. The decision erased a major overhang, sending Netflix stock up about 8% in pre‑market trading while Warner Bros. Discovery slipped...
By CNBC – ETFs
News•Feb 27, 2026
3 Top-Ranked Nuveen Mutual Funds Worth Buying Now
Nuveen Investments, the world’s largest farmland asset manager with $1.3 trillion AUM as of March 2025, has three Zacks‑ranked mutual funds that analysts label Strong Buy. The Nuveen Large Cap Growth Fund (TILWX) posted a 26% three‑year annualized return, heavily weighted toward...
By Nasdaq — Investing
News•Feb 27, 2026
AI Panic Hits Wall Street: 3 Financial Stocks on Sale
Wall Street experienced a sharp AI‑related sell‑off after Altruist unveiled its Hazel tax‑planning tool and a speculative Citrini Research report warned of a 2028 intelligence crisis. The panic erased roughly $300 billion in equity value, hitting major financial names such as...
By MarketBeat News
Blog•Feb 27, 2026
Burford Capital – Back From the Dead?
Burford Capital, the world’s largest litigation‑finance firm, presented a refreshed investment case at an online conference, highlighting its expanding portfolio and a strategic shift beyond the high‑profile YPF dispute. While the YPF claim—still pending collection—has driven past volatility, the company...
By Undervalued Shares
News•Feb 27, 2026
Brown Advisory Introduces Value Select Strategies - #Wealth #AssetManagement #AssetFinance
Brown Advisory announced the launch of two global equity value strategies—Global Value Select and International Value Select—aimed at identifying companies trading below intrinsic value. The International strategy mirrors the global approach but excludes U.S. equities. A European‑domiciled UCITS fund will...
By The Asset – ETF tag
News•Feb 26, 2026
These Steady Income-Paying Stocks Could Be on Their Way to Becoming Dividend Aristocrats, Wolfe Says
Investors are gravitating toward steady dividend payers as market volatility rises. Wolfe Research identified emerging dividend aristocrats—companies that have increased dividends for at least 15 years—including Verizon, Costco, BlackRock, Hershey, and Waste Management. These stocks have outperformed the broader S&P 500,...
By CNBC – ETFs
News•Feb 26, 2026
These ASX Resources Stocks Are Aiming to Hit FID in 2026
Australian junior miners on the ASX are converging on final investment decisions (FID) for projects slated for 2026. Aura Energy aims to secure a Q3 2026 FID for its Tiris uranium project in Mauritania, backed by a $20 million placement and...
By Stockhead – Resources (Australia)
News•Feb 26, 2026
IWMI: Why This 13.8% Yielding ETF Is A Superior Alternative To IWM In 2026
The NEOS Russell 2000 High Income ETF (IWMI) employs an actively managed covered‑call spread to generate a tax‑efficient, double‑digit monthly income stream, delivering a 13.8% dividend yield. Since its launch, IWMI has outperformed the broader Russell 2000 index, positioning it as...
By Seeking Alpha – ETFs & Funds
News•Feb 26, 2026
Women’s Wealth Is Expected to Boom: Where They Are Investing and How They Can Maximize Returns
Women are poised to control a massive share of the upcoming Great Wealth Transfer, with Cerulli Associates estimating $105 trillion will pass to heirs through 2048, much of it to women due to longer lifespans. U.S. women’s investable assets are expected...
By CNBC – ETFs
Blog•Feb 26, 2026
A Slightly Different (Premium) Thesis
The author proposes a nuanced premium‑valuation thesis that deviates from conventional high‑growth narratives. While the potential upside is modest compared with prior ideas, the investment case rests on differentiated catalysts such as pricing power, niche market positioning, and incremental margin...
By Yet Another Value Blog
News•Feb 26, 2026
The 'Buffett Indicator' Shows the Market Is Way Overvalued. How to Hedge Risk with This Options Strategy
The Buffett Indicator – U.S. market‑cap to GDP – has surged to roughly 2.3 ×, the highest reading in decades, suggesting equities are markedly overvalued. The five largest U.S. firms now hold a combined market value equal to the nation’s GDP...
By CNBC – ETFs
News•Feb 26, 2026
Josh Brown Likes This Trash and Recycling Management Giant That's Within Striking Distance of a Record
Waste Management (WM) is entering a "year of harvest" after a $11.6 billion capex program that included a $7.5 billion Stericycle acquisition and extensive automation upgrades. Management projects 29% free‑cash‑flow growth in 2026, the strongest jump since the pandemic, and expects capex...
By CNBC – ETFs
Podcast•Feb 26, 2026•1h 1m
River Wealth's O'Gorman: 'Time to Take Advantage of What the Market's Offering You'
In this Money Life episode, River Wealth Advisors’ CEO and CIO Ed O’Gorman warns investors that the market’s current concentration of a few mega‑caps inflates perceived risk for passive S&P 500 investors and urges a calm, strategic assessment of portfolio adjustments....
By MoneyLife with Chuck Jaffe
News•Feb 26, 2026
What Comes After Easy Yield in Equity Markets
Harvest Portfolios launched two premium‑yield ETFs—HPYB, anchored on Canadian banks, and HPYE, a globally diversified large‑cap fund—that combine core equity positions with active covered‑call and put‑selling overlays and moderate leverage. Both aim to generate high, tax‑efficient income through semi‑monthly distributions...
By Wealth Professional Canada – ETFs
News•Feb 26, 2026
‘Piloting’ AI Tools Isn’t Cool Anymore
Large U.S. corporations are abandoning the term “pilot” for AI projects, signaling a move from small‑scale tests toward deployments that deliver measurable value. A MIT study that found 95% of AI pilots failed to generate financial impact, combined with a...
By WSJ – Technology: What’s News
News•Feb 26, 2026
Wall Street Says the Stock Market's Return in 2026 Will Crush the 30-Year Average
Wall Street analysts project the S&P 500 will close 2026 near 7,650 points, delivering roughly a 12% annual return. That outpaces the index’s 30‑year historical average of 8.1% and the 20‑year average, though it trails the 10‑year pace. The median forecast...
By Motley Fool Investing
Podcast•Feb 26, 2026•59 min
Jonathan Tepper on The Myth of Capitalism, His "Shooting Up" Memoir and $BKMG | S08 E07
In this episode, Tobias Carlisle and Jake Taylor interview Jonathan Tepper, founder of Previt Capital and author of *The Myth of Capitalism*. Tepper explains his investment approach—buying high‑quality, dominant companies at a discount to intrinsic value—and illustrates it with the...
By The Acquirers Podcast
News•Feb 26, 2026
IT Sector Valuations Turn Attractive After AI Sell-Off: Emkay; Adds Infosys, HCL Tech; Exits Mphasis in Portfolio Reset
Emkay Global has turned marginally overweight on the Indian IT sector after an AI‑driven sell‑off made valuations appear attractive. The brokerage cites price‑to‑earnings multiples of 14‑18× and free‑cash‑flow yields of 4‑6% as evidence of value. It projects a potential total...
By Mint (LiveMint) – Markets
Blog•Feb 26, 2026
Amazon Becomes the Most-Owned Stock Among Hedge Funds:
Amazon has become the most‑owned stock in hedge‑fund portfolios, overtaking Microsoft and Nvidia. The shift reflects Amazon’s transition from a high‑growth, low‑margin e‑commerce model to a cash‑flow‑generating infrastructure platform spanning cloud, logistics and AI. Over the past two years the...
By HedgeCo.net – Blogs
Blog•Feb 26, 2026
Semper Augustus Investments Group: 2025 Annual Letter
Semper Augustus Investments Group released Chris Bloomstran’s 2025 Annual Letter, warning that a trillion‑dollar AI and datacenter arms race is reshaping capital allocation. Bloomstran challenges the notion that S&P 500 investors can still expect historic Ibbotson returns over the next...
By Value Investing World
News•Feb 26, 2026
5 European Oil Stocks To Buy As Iran Risk Premium Boosts Oil Prices
Geopolitical tensions between the United States and Iran have added a sizable risk premium to oil, pushing Brent into the low‑70s and sparking forecasts of $100 per barrel if conflict escalates. The surge has lifted the STOXX Europe 600 Oil...
By OilPrice.com – Main
News•Feb 26, 2026
Enovis Corp (ENOV) Q4 2025 Earnings Call Transcript
EnPro Industries reported a strong fourth‑quarter 2025, with revenue climbing 14.3% to $295.4 million and adjusted EBITDA rising 19.2% to $69.4 million, delivering adjusted diluted EPS of $1.99, up nearly 27%. Both Sealing Technologies and Advanced Surface Technologies posted double‑digit sales growth,...
By Motley Fool – Earnings Transcripts
News•Feb 26, 2026
KBR Inc (KBR) Q4 2025 Earnings Call Transcript
KBR reported a solid fourth‑quarter 2020, highlighting a 20% increase in government and technology backlog and a 15% rise in adjusted EBITDA. The company emphasized its transition to Sustainable Technology Solutions, targeting over $1 billion in revenue and mid‑teens margins for...
By Motley Fool – Earnings Transcripts
News•Feb 26, 2026
Papa John's International Inc (PZZA) Q4 2025 Earnings Call Transcript
Papa John’s reported a 1% drop in global system‑wide sales for Q4 2025, with North America comparable sales falling 5% while international markets rose 6%, led by a 7% gain in the UK. Total revenue slipped 6% to $498 million and...
By Motley Fool – Earnings Transcripts
Blog•Feb 25, 2026
Why Guy Spier Is Returning Capital—And What It Means for Investors
Guy Spier announced he is returning outside capital, citing health concerns rather than performance or market timing. He frames the decision as a fiduciary duty to treat investors’ money with utmost seriousness. The letter underscores liquidity discipline, a preference for...
By The Acquirer’s Multiple
Blog•Feb 25, 2026
Lee Ainslie: Concentrating Capital in AI Leaders While Pruning Legacy Positions
Maverick Capital reported a $9.3 billion equity portfolio, with the top ten holdings accounting for roughly 44% of assets. The fund’s biggest positions are concentrated in AI infrastructure and semiconductor leaders such as Nvidia, Microsoft, Amazon, TSMC and Applied Materials. At...
By The Acquirer’s Multiple
News•Feb 25, 2026
Steve Madden Won’t Give Profit Guidance as Planned Due to Supreme Court Tariff Ruling
Steve Madden announced it will not issue profit guidance for 2026 after the U.S. Supreme Court invalidated President Trump’s emergency‑powers tariffs. The ruling introduced significant uncertainty around trade costs, prompting CEO Edward Rosenfeld to postpone the company’s full financial forecast....
By MarketWatch – Top Stories
News•Feb 25, 2026
Stars Aligning for Upside by This Gold ETF
The WisdomTree Efficient Gold Plus Gold Miners Strategy Fund (GDMN) has surged roughly 42% since the start of 2026, reflecting a broader rally in gold prices. The World Gold Council attributes the rally to heightened geopolitical risk and the prospect of rising...
By ETF Database (VettaFi)