Will Strength in Biotechnology Unit Continue to Drive Danaher's Growth? — Positive
DHR Zacks Investment Research — December 18, 2025DHR sees Biotechnology core revenues rise 6.5% in Q3 2025, fueled by bioprocessing demand, with approximately 5% growth expected in Q4.
Southwest Airlines Ties Up With Turkish Airlines for Global Connection — Positive
LUV Zacks Investment Research — December 18, 2025LUV teams up with Turkish Airlines to offer one-ticket transatlantic travel in 2026, expanding global reach through partnerships without flying long-haul routes.
How Much Upside is Left in WisdomTree, Inc. (WT)? Wall Street Analysts Think 28.22% — Positive
WT Zacks Investment Research — December 18, 2025The mean of analysts' price targets for WisdomTree, Inc. (WT) points to a 28.2% upside in the stock. While this highly sought-after metric has not proven reasonably effective, strong agreement among analysts in raising earnings estimates does indicate an upside in the stock.
Wall Street Analysts Believe Photronics (PLAB) Could Rally 31.16%: Here's is How to Trade — Positive
PLAB Zacks Investment Research — December 18, 2025The mean of analysts' price targets for Photronics (PLAB) points to a 31.2% upside in the stock. While this highly sought-after metric has not proven reasonably effective, strong agreement among analysts in raising earnings estimates does indicate an upside in the stock.
Wall Street Analysts Predict a 54.99% Upside in Allot Communications (ALLT): Here's What You Should Know — Positive
ALLT Zacks Investment Research — December 18, 2025The mean of analysts' price targets for Allot Communications (ALLT) points to a 55% upside in the stock. While this highly sought-after metric has not proven reasonably effective, strong agreement among analysts in raising earnings estimates does indicate an upside in the stock.
Does Figure Technology (FIGR) Have the Potential to Rally 31.7% as Wall Street Analysts Expect? — Positive
FIGR Zacks Investment Research — December 18, 2025The mean of analysts' price targets for Figure Technology (FIGR) points to a 31.7% upside in the stock. While this highly sought-after metric has not proven reasonably effective, strong agreement among analysts in raising earnings estimates does indicate an upside in the stock.
Retail Stock Extends Recovery With Billion-Dollar Boost — Positive
LULU Schaeffers Research — December 18, 2025Lululemon Athletica Inc (NASDAQ:LULU) stock is surging this morning, last seen up 7% at $222.47, after news broke that Elliott Investment Management has taken a $1 billion stake in the athletic clothing brand.
Instacart faces FTC probe over AI-powered pricing tool — Negative
CART Proactive Investors — December 18, 2025The US Federal Trade Commission (FTC) has issued a civil investigative demand to Instacart (NASDAQ:CART) for information on its Eversight tool, which allows retailers to test price changes through A/B experiments, the company said. The move comes after reports last fall, including by Consumer Reports, found that identical grocery baskets often cost an average of 7% more online, potentially adding about $1,200 annually to a typical family of four's grocery bills.
Opendoor vs. Offerpad: Which iBuyer Stock Is the Better Buy Now? — Negative
OPAD OPEN Zacks Investment Research — December 18, 2025The iBuyer model, using technology to deliver fast, cash-based home transactions, has endured one of the most challenging housing cycles in decades. Rising mortgage rates, constrained mobility and pricing volatility have tested balance sheets, pricing engines and operational discipline across the sector.
Here's Why Fresenius (FMS) is a Strong Momentum Stock — Positive
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Here's Why FMC Technologies (FTI) is a Strong Momentum Stock — Positive
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Here's Why CF Industries (CF) is a Strong Momentum Stock — Positive
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Here's Why Markel Group (MKL) is a Strong Momentum Stock — Positive
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Why Invesco (IVZ) is a Top Momentum Stock for the Long-Term — Positive
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Why Merit Medical (MMSI) is a Top Momentum Stock for the Long-Term — Positive
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Here's Why Strategic Education (STRA) is a Strong Momentum Stock — Positive
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Why Becton Dickinson (BDX) is a Top Momentum Stock for the Long-Term — Positive
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Why Maximus (MMS) is a Top Momentum Stock for the Long-Term — Positive
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Medical Properties Trust: An Odd Dividend Hike Against Heavy Debt Burden — Negative
MPW Seeking Alpha — December 18, 2025Medical Properties Trust raised its dividend by 12.5% despite ongoing balance sheet pressures and asset sales. MPW trades at a 9.5x NFFO multiple faces $1.15 billion in maturing debt in 2026 and $1.6 billion maturing in 2027. The REIT's cash from operations remains weak, and asset sales are likely needed to address near-term refinancing risks.
Darden Q2 Review: Resilient Sales Despite Margin Pressure (Downgrade) — Neutral
DRI Seeking Alpha — December 18, 2025Darden Restaurants delivered resilient Q2 sales and reaffirmed guidance, despite margin pressure from elevated beef costs. LongHorn and Olive Garden posted strong same-store sales; beef-driven margin compression was most acute at LongHorn, but easing commodity pressures are expected. DRI maintains robust free cash flow, a secure 3.2% dividend, and a disciplined capital return strategy supported by a strong balance sheet.