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BlackRock stock sits near US$1,036 a share after a mixed spell in recent months. The key tension for investors is that its Excess Returns intrinsic value estimate points to a price close to fair, while the earnings multiple view suggests the shares are on the expensive side. Over the past 3 years BlackRock has returned about 52.5%, which sets a high bar for any further upside from today’s valuation. New products and mandates in areas like ETFs and digital assets can support long term fee...

In early July 2026, Morgan Stanley issued a series of fixed-rate, unsecured global medium-term notes across maturities from 2027 to 2033, while also completing a US$50.6 million 4.450% senior note due 2027. At the same time, analysts raised earnings and revenue estimates for Morgan Stanley ahead of its upcoming results, with growing attention on how its capital-raising in bonds and complex structured products aligns with expectations for expanding Institutional Securities and Wealth...

Bank of America’s consumer data for June shows robust credit and debit card spending across its customer base. Wage growth for lower-income customers nearly matched higher-income earners, highlighting shifting consumer dynamics. The Bank of America Institute points to resilient U.S. consumer activity ahead of the upcoming Q2 bank earnings season. Bank of America, NYSE:BAC, is entering Q2 earnings season with fresh consumer insights that speak directly to its core retail banking franchise...

Analysts expect Alphabet’s second-quarter capital expenditures to reach $44.9 billion, a 100% increase from the prior year period.

Toyota Motor stock has delivered a 64.8% gain over the past five years, yet the current valuation signals are pulling in different directions, with the Discounted Cash Flow (DCF) intrinsic value estimate suggesting the shares are trading at a premium while market multiples screen as cheaper. The 64.8% return over five years highlights that long term holders in Toyota Motor have already captured a substantial re-rating, which can reduce the margin of safety for new buyers. Recent commitments...

Investing.com -- South Korean stocks are trading at their cheapest valuations on record despite an 80% rally this year, as corporate earnings, led by AI-driven memory chip demand, have outpaced gains in share prices, according to Bloomberg.

Honeywell International recently reaffirmed its second-half and full-year 2026 guidance, keeping expected sales at US$19.90 billion to US$20.20 billion and detailing the earnings impact of its aerospace spin-off alongside a completed 2-for-1 reverse stock split. By separating out the spin-off’s effect on earnings per share and reshaping its capital structure, Honeywell has given investors a clearer view of the performance of its ongoing automation, building controls and energy-focused...

Lowe's Companies (LOW) has been back in focus after its latest earnings report, where revenue came in above expectations, but full year EPS guidance came in slightly below analyst estimates. See our latest analysis for Lowe's Companies. Lowe's Companies shares have retreated recently, with the 7 day share price return down 6.98% and the 90 day share price return down 13.34%. The 5 year total shareholder return of 18.63% points to more moderate long term progress. If Lowe's latest earnings...

SoundHound AI (SOUN) drew attention after its stock closed at $6.64, down 4.6%, with focus now on upcoming earnings that are expected to show a loss alongside higher quarterly revenue. See our latest analysis for SoundHound AI. Beyond the latest 1 day share price decline and focus on earnings, SoundHound AI has seen short term share price returns fluctuate. The year to date share price return is down 37.36% and the 3 year total shareholder return is up 91.35%, suggesting long term investors...

These two AI stocks have struggled lately, but their solid earnings growth potential suggests they can step on the gas again.

Snap Inc. recently unveiled SPECS, its standalone augmented reality glasses priced at US$2,195 and set to ship in the US, UK, and France from fall 2026, while also scheduling its second-quarter 2026 earnings call for August 3, 2026. The combination of a high-end AR hardware launch and heightened attention on upcoming earnings has sharpened focus on how Snap’s innovation efforts intersect with its operating performance and cash generation. Next, we’ll examine how the launch of SPECS as a...

Few examples better capture the resurgence of big banks than Jamie Dimon's special retention award, which has climbed in value from roughly $53 million five years ago to $280 million today.

General Motors stock has doubled over the past three years, yet the valuation signals are pulling in different directions, with the Discounted Cash Flow (DCF) intrinsic value estimate pointing to a sizeable discount while earnings based multiples suggest the shares screen as expensive. General Motors has returned 100.7% over three years, which puts extra attention on whether today’s price still leaves a margin of safety for new capital. Growth expectations around GM’s push into Ultium...

Texas Pacific Land recently reported stronger-than-expected first-quarter 2026 results and announced an agreement with Chevron to provide land and brackish water for a power generation facility in Reeves County, Texas. This combination of robust operating performance and a new long-term infrastructure partnership highlights how Texas Pacific Land is seeking to broaden and deepen its revenue base beyond traditional oil and gas royalties. We'll now examine how the Chevron power project...

Amex is increasingly looking like a subscription business, and that's in its favor.

Texas Pacific Land has delivered a very strong 170.2% return over the past 3 years. At around US$397.82 the stock now screens as expensive, with both the Discounted Cash Flow (DCF) intrinsic value estimate and market multiples pointing to a premium rather than a clear bargain. Over the last 3 years, Texas Pacific Land has returned 170.2%, which puts more pressure on today’s buyers to justify the current valuation. Recent insider buying and a long term resource agreement with a major energy...

Wells Fargo & Company will release earnings for its second quarter before the opening bell on Tuesday, July 14. Analysts expect the bank to report quarterly earnings of $1.71 per share. That’s up from $1.60 per share in the year-ago...

First Majestic Silver has delivered a strong 180.9% share price gain over the past three years, yet its valuation checks send mixed signals, with an intrinsic value estimate from a Discounted Cash Flow (DCF) model suggesting the stock trades below that estimate while market multiples point to a richer price tag. A 180.9% return over three years puts First Majestic Silver firmly in the category of stocks where investors need to ask how much of the story is already reflected in the...

The latest round of earnings could be the catalyst the market needs to turn AI stocks around.

First Majestic Silver (TSX:AG) is back in focus after reporting higher silver and gold production for the second quarter of 2026, alongside an updated 2026 outlook and new capital and leadership moves. See our latest analysis for First Majestic Silver. Despite the stronger second quarter production update and higher 2026 guidance, First Majestic Silver’s recent share price momentum has cooled, with the stock down over the past week and quarter, although its 1 year and multi year total...

ASML Holding has delivered a strong 171.8% return over the past five years, yet its current valuation checks lean expensive, creating a clear tension between recent share price strength and what the numbers suggest about value. Over 5 years, ASML Holding has returned 171.8%, which puts long-term holders in a strong position and raises the bar for what future performance would need to justify the current price. Recent analyst optimism tied to AI driven demand for ASML Holding’s lithography...

Zacks Equity Research recently highlighted Perimeter Solutions as a top-ranked Basic Materials stock after raising its current-year earnings estimate based on improved expectations. This combination of upgraded earnings forecasts and favorable comparison with peers such as Kronos Worldwide and Albemarle has drawn fresh attention to Perimeter Solutions’ operating outlook. We’ll now examine how the upward revision in earnings estimates could influence Perimeter Solutions’ existing investment...

Fastly stock has surged 192.0% over the past year, yet there is a clear split between an intrinsic value estimate that points to upside and market multiples that suggest the shares already trade at a premium. Over the last 12 months, Fastly has returned 192.0%, which puts extra focus on whether the current price still leaves room for attractive long term returns. Recent product and partnership momentum around its edge cloud and security offerings can support revenue and cash flow...

Lyft’s share price is still well below where it was five years ago, yet the stock now screens as undervalued on several checks. This puts recent leadership changes and product moves under a valuation microscope for investors trying to judge whether the current price reflects the company’s progress. Over the past five years, Lyft stock has declined 70.8%, which means even recent gains come against a long period of value erosion for long term holders. The shift to consistent profitability...

Fastly recently reported that its quarterly revenue reached US$173 million, about 20% higher than a year earlier and modestly ahead of analyst expectations, alongside raising its full-year outlook and beating guidance on upcoming earnings per share. At the same time, Fastly joined the DIMPACT coalition to help media and streaming customers measure and cut the emissions tied to digital content delivery, aligning its edge cloud platform with growing demand for more transparent and efficient...

Rackspace Technology (RXT) has put investors on alert after lowering its 2026 revenue and EBITDA guidance, exiting low margin public cloud resale and colocation, and raising fresh equity to fund a renewed push into enterprise AI. See our latest analysis for Rackspace Technology. Recent volatility has been intense for Rackspace Technology, with a 1-day share price return of 22.05% and a 90-day share price return of 304.07% set against a 5-year total shareholder return that is down 71.90%. This...

Equity Residential, NYSE:EQR, will not host its usual conference call for upcoming quarterly results. The change is tied to a merger of equals with AvalonBay Communities, Inc. The merger marks a major shift in the company’s structure and reporting approach. Equity Residential enters this merger with AvalonBay while its stock trades at $68.69, giving investors a clear reference point as the combined company takes shape. The shares are up 10.7% year to date and 13.5% over the past 3 years,...

L3Harris Technologies stock has delivered a 57.7% return over the past three years, and the current checks suggest the shares may still trade below their intrinsic value even after that run. A 57.7% gain over three years points to solid shareholder returns that now need to be weighed against what the current price implies for future cash flows. Fresh US$84 million orders for NGC2 manpack radio systems can support confidence in future defense communications revenue, while reliance on...

McDonald's stock has delivered a 31.2% gain over the past five years, yet today its valuation signals are mixed, with the Discounted Cash Flow (DCF) intrinsic value estimate sitting close to the current market price while earnings based multiples still lean supportive. Over five years, McDonald's has returned 31.2%, which points to moderate long term wealth creation rather than an explosive run. Recent marketing and menu moves tied to events such as the FIFA World Cup can support...

The big banks dominate this week's reporting docket, though several notable companies from other sectors will also report, including Netflix, Johnson & Johnson, and others. With the outlook trending consistently higher, will companies be able to live up to expectations?