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The EV slowdown has weighed on lithium sentiment. But Lithium Americas Corp is leaning into a different narrative—one that could matter more than near-term demand cycles. In an exclusive email interaction with Benzinga, Tim Crowley, SVP, Government and External Affairs at Lithium Americas, framed lithium as far more than an EV input. It has "emerged as a cornerstone of our national security, energy independence, and economic competitiveness”—a positioning that aligns closely with the Donald Trum

SoFi Technologies (SOFI) just reported record first quarter 2026 results, with revenue of about US$1.1b and net income of US$166.7 million. Despite this, the stock sold off sharply after the release. See our latest analysis for SoFi Technologies. The sharp post earnings selloff sits against a mixed share price picture, with a 1 day share price return of 3.7% but a year to date share price return showing a 41.4% decline. The 1 year total shareholder return is 28.7%, which points to long term...

In late April 2026, Planet Labs PBC announced plans for a specialized shortwave infrared Tanager spacecraft, backed by Carbon Mapper and NASA’s Jet Propulsion Laboratory, aimed at boosting methane and trace gas detection coverage and sensitivity, with launch targeted as early as 2028. This move underlines Planet Labs’ push to deepen its environmental monitoring capabilities, potentially broadening commercial applications in emissions tracking and climate-related analytics. We’ll now explore...

Constellation Energy Corporation (NASDAQ:CEG) is included among the 10 Best Electrical Infrastructure Stocks to Buy According to Hedge Funds. Constellation Energy Corporation (NASDAQ:CEG) is the largest provider of clean, low-carbon energy in the United States. The company also operates the largest fleet of nuclear facilities in the country. On April 29, Scotiabank analyst Andrew Weisel […]

Hilton Worldwide Holdings Inc. CEO Christopher Nassetta said on the company's Q1 2026 earnings call that he sees America's divided economy beginning to converge, with lower- and middle-income consumers starting to spend more — a shift he described as a "C-shaped economy." Nassetta said he expects improving performance in lower- and mid-tier segments for the rest of the year, with demand shifting away from luxury and upper-upscale travel toward a more balanced mix. What Is A C-Shaped Economy? The

Pacira (PCRX) delivered earnings and revenue surprises of -1.64% and +0.58%, respectively, for the quarter ended March 2026. Do the numbers hold clues to what lies ahead for the stock?

3M Company (NYSE:MMM) is included among the 10 Innovative Dividend Stocks to Buy Right Now. On April 22, RBC Capital Markets analyst Deane Dray lowered the firm’s price target on 3M Company (NYSE:MMM) to $133 from $134 and kept an Underperform rating on the shares. The analyst said the company delivered a modest and low-quality […]

Meta beat Q1 expectations, but the stock fell after its AI and data center spending outlook rose as high as $145 billion, shifting focus to whether ad pricing and engagement can offset rising infrastructure costs.

The latest trading day saw Okta (OKTA) settling at $73.65, representing a -3.3% change from its previous close.

DocuSign (DOCU) reached $45.99 at the closing of the latest trading day, reflecting a -1.98% change compared to its last close.

The latest trading day saw The Trade Desk (TTD) settling at $23.59, representing a -3.2% change from its previous close.

SoFi's transition in the eyes of the market from a high-growth fintech disruptor to a more mature, bank-like operator prompts the key question of whether the stock’s pullback represents a cracking fintech narrative or an attractive entry point.

Cigna raises 2026 profit outlook after a first-quarter beat, while exiting ACA plans and reviewing EviCore strategic options.

A California man recently filed a lawsuit against Morgan Stanley accusing the Wall Street giant of improperly enabling the collection of user data from its website through third-party tracking tools. It is at least the third such case Taajudin Elmarouk has brought against a large corporation. Elmarouk is seeking class-action certification in the Morgan Stanley lawsuit, which was filed April 23, as well as similar litigation targeting Fidelity Investments, filed April 2, and cosmetics company Estée Lauder filed Dec. 23, 2025.

Volkswagen is considering sharing European plants with Chinese partners while targeting deeper capacity cuts and lower production costs.

CRH's Q1 earnings miss despite strong revenue growth and infrastructure demand. Did elevated cost pressures limit the bottom-line growth?

EG's Q1 earnings surge past estimates as reinsurance strength and investment income drive profits, despite lower premiums and a revenue decline.

McDonald's, KFC, Taco Bell, Wendy's and Burger King are launching crafted drinks with boba and cold foam to cash in on the trend.

Thursday morning, L3Harris reported unadjusted earnings per share of $2.72 from sales of $5.7 billion. Wall Street was looking for EPS of $2.58 from sales of $5.4 billion.

Shares of NVIDIA (NASDAQ:NVDA) are trading near $201 in mid-morning action on Thursday, down roughly 4% from Wednesday’s close of $209.25. The selling caps a stretch of intense rotation chatter, even after a 27% one-month rally heading into today. The move arrives as investors process a string of mega-cap artificial intelligence (AI) updates and revisit ... NVIDIA Falls 4% on Rotation Concerns: How Strong Profitability Could Save the Bull Case

PBF Energy Inc. (NYSE:PBF) reported first-quarter results on Thursday that topped analyst expectations, but shares dropped more than 7% as investors focused on ongoing operational issues at its Martinez refinery.

Gold rose early Thursday as the dollar dropped after a report showed a key U.S. inflation measure ro

Nike, NYSE:NKE, is cutting around 1,400 jobs, largely in its technology division, as part of its Win Now turnaround plan. This is the second round of layoffs in 2026 and focuses on global operations and technology teams. Management is aiming to simplify operations in response to sluggish sales and shrinking profits. Nike enters this announcement with its shares at $44.39 and pressure visible in recent returns, including a 29.9% decline year to date and a 62.9% decline over three years. The...

GE HealthCare (NASDAQ: GEHC) currently trades at $59.49, well below the Wall Street consensus price target of $89.74. That implies upside of roughly 50.8% if the analysts are right. GE HealthCare is the medical imaging and diagnostics business spun from General Electric, with about $20.6 billion in annual revenue across Advanced Imaging Solutions, Patient Care ... GE HealthCare Just Crashed 13% on a Guidance Cut. Here’s the Case for Buying the Dip

Check Point Software Technologies on Thursday reported first quarter earnings that topped estimates while revenue and billings missed Wall Street targets. CHKP stock fell on the news. The cybersecurity firm reported earnings before the market open.

The complaint against Kraft Heinz, PepsiCo and other companies aims to connect packaged foods and consumer health issues after a judge tossed a similar lawsuit last fall.

Some spent years and thousands of dollars preparing their houses for the tournament. “I don’t think it’s going to be the huge windfall that I once thought.”

Corning (GLW) stock pulled back about 1% after earnings, following a massive run in which shares gained roughly 250% over the past year. The reaction looks odd at first glance because Optical demand tied to AI data centers is accelerating, margins are expanding, and Corning just locked in two new ...